Pirate King Roger: "Shouldn't you be more concerned about the newcomers? Why are you two arguing instead?"
Senju Tobirama: "Because Shiki, that damn Golden Lion, is insufferable. His loud mouth makes it impossible to ignore him."
Golden Lion Shiki: "Afraid to hear the truth? Hypocrites, all of you. I've never cared about what people say about my actions—good or bad."
Whitebeard: "Gurararara! That includes your rotten luck, doesn't it?"
Golden Lion Shiki: "That was just an unfortunate turn of events! It wasn't my fault I lost that day!"
Liu Xing: "Wait a second! Are all the members of this chat group spirits? If that's the case, shouldn't you all be from different worlds?"
Senju Hashirama: "Oh? And how did you figure that out?"
Liu Xing: hesitates "If I told you that in my world, you're all just characters from stories, would you believe me?"
Pirate King Roger: "Is that true? Group Leader, what do you say?"
Lucas pondered for a moment before replying.
Lucas: "Let me clarify one thing—you are all real. The world is a mysterious thing. Sometimes, it projects events from one world into the minds of certain people in another."
Liu Xing: "Wait, seriously?"
Lucas: "Of course! Ever wonder how renowned authors create such legendary stories? Imagination and writing talent alone aren't enough. The real reason is that they receive projections from other worlds, which constantly inspire them."
Liu Xing: "That makes sense! So those writers aren't just creative; they're unknowingly receiving information from another world?"
Lucas: "Exactly!"
In Liu Xing's world, anime was a major form of entertainment. There were even people who specialized in cosplaying characters from different series. Lucas was certain of this.
Liu Xing: "Then what's the deal of this chat group?"
Lucas: "Mainly you can send me your abilities, and I can help you fulfill some of your unfinished wish."
Liu Xing: "Abilities? Oh! I get it! I have a sixth sense and an awakening talent for the seventh. Is that what you mean?"
Lucas: "That's right!"
Dongfang Yuechu: "Wait! What if this is just a scam?"
Lucas: chuckles "The old gentleman is quite cautious! If you're skeptical, you're welcome to observe the chat group for a while before making any decisions."
Gengetsu Hōzuki: "Whoa, Group Leader, is this a change in personality? I remember when we first joined, you were really impatient!"
Lucas: "That's because I don't really need anything at the moment. In other words, there's nothing particularly tempting for me right now."
Howard Stark: "Nani? That's kinda sad. So if they don't offer anything interesting, does that mean you'll reject their trade?"
Lucas: "Nah, I wouldn't go that far. Fate brought them here, so I don't mind accepting something 'so-so.'"
Whitebeard: "One of the new members are staying quiet… Maybe they're planning to observe before making a decision? But if that's the case, are their worlds safe for now?"
Lucas : "I checked. There won't be any immediate problems in their worlds. If they want to play it safe, I won't rush them. I actually have something to take care of right now, so it's fine if they take their time."
Senju Hashirama: "Group Leader, what are you busy with? Ninja World and Pirate World are both in a maintenance phase, so there shouldn't be much going on, right?"
Lucas: "I'm heading to the Marvel world. It's time to go. @Howard Stark @Sebastian Shaw, are you ready?"
Sebastian Shaw: "Really? Then I'm looking forward to it!"
Marvel Universe – New York City
Lucas arrived in the heart of a bustling metropolis. It was nighttime, and the entire city was illuminated by dazzling lights. Standing atop a skyscraper, he surveyed his surroundings and allowed the chat group members to see through his perspective.
Howard Stark: "Hey! Isn't this New York? I know this place like the back of my hand!"
Uchiha Shisui: "@Sebastian Shaw, did you die in this city?"
Sebastian Shaw: "Why would you assume that?"
Uchiha Shisui: "Because I gave the Group Leader access to the Naruto world, and the place he arrived at was exactly where I died."
Sebastian Shaw: "Well, seems like your theory is wrong. Whoever provides the pass doesn't necessarily determine where the traveler will arrive."
Howard Stark: "That makes sense! We don't have enough data to form a pattern. Group Leader, can you check in on my son while you're here?"
Lucas: "No problem!"
Lucas fully activated his Observation Haki, keeping a sharp eye out for any major threats in the Marvel Universe. If any of the big players came looking for trouble, he was ready to retreat to the Naruto world at a moment's notice.
Although Lucas wasn't confident about taking on the strongest figures in Marvel, he was certain that the system's abilities were formidable. Even if he couldn't defeat them, escaping was definitely within his capabilities.
"So far, no one's detected me… Looks like I have the system to thank for that!"
Lucas thought about it for a moment and ultimately credited the system for his unnoticed arrival.
Activating Transparency, he turned his body invisible, then used the Float-Float Fruit to levitate in the air. Drifting forward, he positioned himself in front of the towering building where he had been standing moments ago.
Stark Tower.
Howard Stark: "Wait a second… This is Stark Industries' headquarters? No wonder it felt so familiar! This is my building!"
Sebastian Shaw: speechless "You couldn't even recognize your own building? Seriously?"
Howard Stark: "Listen, I've only been in this chat group for less than a year, but my experiences here have been so intense that it feels like centuries have passed. My original memories have been a bit… diluted."
Senju Hashirama: "But just now, you recognized several landmarks and said you were familiar with the city."
Howard Stark: sighs "Fine, you got me! I recognize the city because I used to stand by my office window, looking out at the skyline. So when I saw those iconic buildings just now, they felt familiar."
Uchiha Madara: "And yet, despite all that, you didn't realize you were standing on top of your own building? Care to explain that one?"
Howard Stark: "Simple—I've never stood on the rooftop before. I'm just an ordinary guy; I don't go climbing skyscrapers for fun. Sounds like a pretty perfect explanation, don't you think?"
Senju Hashirama: "Perfect! My apologies, I almost forgot that you're just a regular man. Speaking of which, aren't you the only ordinary man in this chat group?"
Lucas: "Yeah. He's just an ordinary guy. The rest of you? A little more than that."
Howard Stark: "…"
I'm just an ordinary person… Sorry for being such a disappointment!
Lucas: "Your son isn't in the building right now. I'll check in on him tomorrow. For now, I need to find a place to gather more information about this world."
Howard Stark: "Group Leader, you should go to my house! If you want to understand this world, my son can definitely help you."
Senju Hashirama: "How is your son supposed to help if he doesn't even know the Group Leader?"
Howard Stark: "Isn't that exactly what makes it interesting?"
Lucas: grinning "Good idea! I've been thinking about reincarnating you anyway—so you can finally put that brilliant scientific mind of yours to good use. You're wasting away in this chat group!"
Howard Stark: "So I'm just another tool for the Group Leader now? What an honor."
Under Howard Stark's guidance, Lucas arrived at Stark's residence, where he found Tony Stark lounging at home. But Tony wasn't alone—there was a stunning blonde woman with him.
Howard Stark: stunned "Tony… has a girlfriend?! Ahem! Group Leader, please leave immediately!"
Regret flashed across Howard's face. If he had known, he wouldn't have let Lucas come here. His daughter-in-law might be in danger now!
Lucas: unconcerned "Relax. She's not his girlfriend—just a playmate. Your son is a well-known playboy, after all. He changes women faster than his wardrobe. He's practically a national treasure when it comes to enriching the entertainment industry!"
Howard Stark: "…"
Howard Stark: serious "It's my fault. I failed to raise him properly… What a shame! He inherited my intelligence, but not my devotion to a single partner!"
Howard said this with a straight face, convinced that Tony Stark was a good kid—his only flaw being his lack of romantic commitment.
Lucas: mocking "Have you forgotten that I can check your background? Don't act so high and mighty—you and Tony are two peas in a pod."
Howard Stark: "…"
I'm worried now…
At that moment, Golden Lion Shiki suddenly spoke up.
Golden Lion Shiki: "Group Leader, does this world have love triangles too? I feel like that's something universal."
Lucas: "Love triangle? Oh, definitely."
Senju Tobirama: interested "Who's involved?"
Howard Stark: stunned "No way… My exceptional son got caught in a love triangle?"
Now Howard was genuinely concerned. After joining the chat group, he had fully realized how dangerous love triangles could be. The last thing he wanted was for his son to get entangled in one.
Lucas: chuckling "The love triangle in this world is a little different from what you might expect. There are no women involved."
Pirate King Roger: stunned "Group Leader… You're joking, right?"
Irisviel: excited "No way! That's so thrilling!"
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