Chapter 4
Danny strolled through the school corridors, his nerves frayed as the prospect of facing the bullies loomed over him. He couldn't shake the feeling of dread bubbling inside him, but Naruto's voice echoed in his mind, cutting through his thoughts with a calm yet commanding tone.
"Don't waste your time worrying about such pointless things. Your parents can't save you from this. Understand this one truth: I can end you with a single thought, and I don't even need to harm your family to do it."
Danny's throat tightened at the threat, the weight of Naruto's words pressing on him like a heavy stone.
"Focus on the goal of becoming a hero for this pitiful world. I promise you a bright future if you follow my guidance. I've walked this path before and lived a grand life."
Danny wanted to snap back, Didn't you die?, but he held his tongue. He didn't dare provoke Naruto. If he had learned one thing about the ancient masters from books and movies, it was that they didn't tolerate insubordination from the "lowly trash" they mentored.
"Okay," Danny replied hesitantly, his thoughts racing. "So...what exactly are we doing?"
"Physical training, of course," Naruto replied matter-of-factly. "Push-ups, sit-ups, squats, running—every single day. And after that, you'll spar with me in your mind. Of course, we won't ignore academics and social life. By the time we're done, you'll be at the top of the academic rankings, boasting the body of your dreams, and radiating confidence like I did."
Danny groaned internally. "There's no way I can do all that. I'll die from sheer exhaustion!"
Naruto chuckled darkly. "You'll die some other way if you don't. Don't worry—I know your limits. You're not my first student. All of my past pupils became world leaders."
Danny rolled his eyes. "World leaders? I don't think I've ever heard about you."
Naruto's voice turned smug. "Of course you haven't. I come from a different world, a place where people have superpowers and legends walk among mortals. I know you're curious, but you're not ready to see it yet. Once I'm satisfied with your transformation, then—and only then—will you earn the right to experience my world."