Seated comfortably in his private lounge, Shino watched the replay of the iconic battle between Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha at the Valley of the End.

The holographic movie theater screen before him brought the epic clash to life, the intense energy emanating from the nostalgic battle fueling Shino's excitement.

Yet, as he marveled at the display of extraordinary techniques by the green-orange couple, his mind couldn't help but wander to a different matter...

He glanced down at the red-hair beauty, who was deeply immersed in her studies, gazing up at him in a provocative manner.

After giving himself a moment to to admire her dedication, Shino proceeded to discuss relevant topics, "Karina, how is the progress in unraveling the secrets of chakra nature transformation?"

Hearing that Shino was distracted from her studies, Karina felt her pride was hurt. So she doubled the intensity of her efforts to emphasize her confidence...

[Lord Shino, Karina have carefully recorded and documented the chakra nature transformation methods utilized by both Naruto and Sasuke... The seals they formed, the motions they made, even the routes of their chakra pathways when they use Chidori and Rasengan. Every detail has been captured. Karina can assure you, Lord Shino, it won't be long before Karina masters the method."

Shino's normally impassive face betrayed a hint of admiration over Karina's unwavering commitment to her studies.

Her thirst for knowledge truly rivaled his own, and her hardworking mentality certainly left no room for rest.

Even now, he noticed her fingers skillfully manipulating two miniature Rasengans, trembling with vibrant energy.

The sheer control and precision she exhibited left no doubt in Shino's mind about her capabilities. So, he praised her by petting her head, "I have faith in your abilities, Karina."

Karina's eyes sparkled with appreciation, and she reciprocated the gesture by immersing herself deeper in studying the piercing power of the Chidori.

[Lord Shino, Karina won't disappoint you.]

Thus, the duo let themselves indulge in the immersive experience, gaining insight into each and every detail of the battle displayed in each holographic projection.

They watched in awe as Naruto's determination clashed with Sasuke's unwavering resolve, each showcasing the vast arsenal of techniques they had mastered.

Sasuke's Sharingan blazed crimson, reflecting his thirst for power and vengeance.

Naruto, fueled by his indomitable will and power of friendship, channeled the Nine-Tails' chakra, creating an aura of intensity around him.

The clash of their ideals reverberated throughout the valley, smacking each other back and forth... Pa. Pa. Pak.

In the midst of the chaos, Shino's analytical mind worked furiously. He scrutinized every minute detail of the battle, observing the interplay between chakra and technique.

Similarly, Karina's own deductions were also progressing rapidly. Her mind, like a finely-tuned instrument, pieced together the puzzle of chakra nature transformation, guided by the majestic display before her.

Reflecting the battle in the room, the battle between Naruto and Sasuke intensified, soon reaching its climax.

The Chidori ultimately triumphed, piercing deeply through its target and releasing its lightning fury...

Gulp. Gulp. Whispered gulps reverberated through the hushed room, their tantalizing cadence betraying the intoxicating anticipation that gripped the occupants, their eyes fixated on the unfolding climax, ready for what was coming next...

Outrageous hacks were switched on one after another, transforming the exhausted combatants into monsters, rejuvenated to continue the battle.

Chakra ran rampant, letting the battle ascend from a genin to jonin level, both combatants showcasing elite-level health bars that took a beating like no tomorrow...

When Naruto and Sasuke neared their ultimate clash, their eyes locked in a fierce gaze. The world seemed to stand still, and time itself held its breath.

"Chidori! Rasengan!" With a primal roar, they unleashed their final attacks, hurtling towards each other with indomitable force.

The Chidori and Rasengan collided, their opposing forces generating a thunderous shockwave that rippled through the valley, wiping out a vast majority of their monitors...

Gulp! Gulp! The resounding gulps that echoed through the hushed room grew even louder, their intensity reaching a crescendo, for an even larger climax had just unfolded!

When the dust settled and the echoes of the clash subsided, a hushed silence enveloped the room.

"Karina," Shino began, his voice filled with a mix of content and relief. "I believe we have discovered the key to chakra nature transformation. The hidden tricks of their techniques, the flow of chakra, the combination of seals... it's all there."

[Lord Shino, you're right, it's all here.]

With a spark of accomplishment dancing within her eyes, Karina parted her lips, revealing the thick, sticky secrets she had accumulated during the battle.

Shino's heated gaze settled on the beautiful scene, watching Karina swallow one last time. Gulp.

"Ha..." After leaking a satisfied gasp, Karina licked her lips and set her sights back on the topic, igniting a hunger for the untapped secrets that awaited her. "Ah... This clash has revealed the essence of chakra nature transformation. Karina had witnessed something... extraordinary."

"Karina, be serious." A dangerous glimmer danced in Shino's eyes as he lightly rapped Karina's head.

"Ah... be serious?" Her gaze never leaving his, Karina's tongue slithered its way upward with an enticing allure, teasingly caressing the tip of the Chidori, but lingering for a only fleeting moment to avoid letting the lightning's searing might burn herself.

And then, she slowly lifted her head, replying with a professional smile. "Shino-sama, Karina IS being serious."

Uh huh. Of course, she is.

Shino leaned forward, regarding Karina with narrowed eyes. "Karina, do you truly believe that collecting essence from me is necessary for our project? I've noticed that even when we go all out, the collection pace remains slow, relative to the enormous supply we need. I don't want to become a mindless slave to pleasure or a breeding machine. Can't we replace it with something else?"

"No, we can't." Karina shook her head.

Shino skeptically stared at the thirsty woman kneeling before him. "Why not?"

Hovering her face besides the topic of interest, Karina explained in a voice carrying a hint of awe, "Shino-sama, your essence is not just any substance. It is a unique and vital component we require to grow and reshape our hive. Normal fluids like blood and tissues can be substituted, but only Shino-sama's essence is irreplaceable because it is special."

"Special?" Shino's brow furrowed in contemplation. "What makes it so special?"

Karina took a deep breath, her eyes filled with fervor. "Shino, you must understand that unlike normal humans, the Zerg race doesn't reproduce in a conventional manner. Their essence contains a unique power of life, the very code that allows them to give birth to new Zergs. And Shino-sama's essence, it also holds this unique power, a force I've come to call the 'Zerg Factor'."

Shino's arched a brow in surprise, "Zerg Factor? What does that mean?"

Karina leaned in closer, her lips pecking along the rod of life, her explanation still reaching his ears, but barely above a whisper. "You, Shino-sama, are the Zerg Dominator. Your essence possesses the ability to assimilate others into the hive by connecting them to the system. My own essence can't do that. This is an authority only Shino-sama has. That is why Shino-sama's essence is indispensable."

Holy. Is his essence really that awesome?

A mix of astonishment and concern crossed Shino's features as he grappled with the magnitude of his own essence's significance. "So, you're saying that only my essence can connect and assimilate others into the Zerg system? My blood can't work? I can't just give permission through the system?"

After her short tease, Karina retreated, her expression showing solemness and caution. "Yes, Shino-sama. Your bloodline can be changed, so can your genetic code. These are all a part of Shino-sama's evolutionary powers. But only your essence holds the unchanging key to evolution. The source of this uniqueness is undetermined, but Karina speculates it comes from a higher-class existence hidden within the system bound to Shino-sama."

Silence settled between them, the weight of their conversation hanging in the air.

Shino contemplated the heart-throbbing implications these speculations brought.

His unique essence held the potential for both creation and destruction. It was indeed an extremely powerful cheat...

Yet, there may perhaps be a price for it.

He knew that the path ahead could be a treacherous pit, one which can transform all his efforts into a wedding dress for the potential existence behind his transmigration, but he also understood that it was a journey he couldn't shy away from.

Shino's voice held a tinge of frustration as he voiced his complaint, "Hey, isn't this just a forced setting filled with nonsense? It feels as if it's only added to manipulate the story, steering it towards a certain type of plot..."

Karina gracefully rose up, her body stretching, accentuating her curves and presenting a mesmerizing feast that beckoned Shino's gaze. "Ah, but Shino-sama, sometimes a bit of nonsense is exactly what we need."

Karina giggled, her eyes sparkling mischievously. "It adds an element of unpredictability, a spice that keeps things interesting."

Shino arched a brow, his eyes feasting on Karin's beautiful carcass. "Are you implying that this nonsense is good for me?"

Karina leaned in, her voice barely above a whisper, teasingly asking, "Shino-sama, do you want this to change? Are you tired of me already?"

A grin spread across Shino's face as he pulled Karina into his embrace, holding her close. "Never, Karina. I could never tire of you. You are the anchor that keeps me grounded."

"Ahn~ Shino-sama~"

Their bodies entwined, the two of them settling comfortably on the couch.

As Karina worked her magic, Shino's eyes fixed on the holographic screen, watching the unyielding Sasuke stumble away from the battlefield, leaving behind an unconscious Naruto sprawled on the ground.

Seeing this, Shino couldn't help but blow a whisper into Karina's ears, "Will Sasuke still survive like in the original plot, especially now that he has lost his important medic tool?"

Karina's fingers traced patterns on Shino's chest as she rested her head against his shoulder. "Shino-sama, this is his matter, not something Karina will care about. After all, my body, my soul, and my heart belongs only to Shino-sama now."

A tender smile curved upon Shino's lips. Their bodies pressed together, finding solace in each other's presence.

A contemplative music enveloped the room as they pondered the uncertain future...

Though his capture of Karin will indeed cause a butterfly effect, Uncle Snake's attempt to take over Sasuke's body will certainly fail. The will of Indra within Sasuke is no joke.

At most, Sasuke would probably suffer a bit more without Karin.

Regardless, Shino wasn't going to give back what is now his. After all, she was a wonderful, wonderful butterfly.

Enjoying the butterfly dance presented by Karina, Shino's mind suddenly recall another butterfly he has released into the wild.  "Has the transport drone successfully deliver the new employee to his intended destination?"

"Ha... yes, Shino-sama..." Karina, ever efficient, nodded and pulled up a holographic map display, her fingers tapping the interface to zoom in on the marker on the map. "The unit was deployed to to the area between the Land of Fire and the Land of Rain. The unit should have commenced its assigned tasks by now. Here, Karina is pulling up the footage now..."

When the holographic video feed stabilized, showcasing the hero unit's peculiar behavior, the duo were so dumbfounded that even their pleasure was vaporized, prompting them to enter into a standstill, "..."

Karina broke the silence not long after, her voice carrying a note of awkwardness. "Shino-sama, Karina can fix the bug in the character AI. It seems to be causing some unusual actions..."

Shino's lips twitched, but he still refused Karina's offer. "No need, Karina."

Glancing at his new unit, Shino's expression twisted into a mixture of bemusement and acceptance. "This quirk in the hero's personality... it's not a bug, it's a feature. Just a delightful part that makes him unique."

Karina blinked, surprise mingling with amusement as she regarded Shino, "Ha... if that is Shino-sama's wish, so be it..."

So, the two's exchange began anew, their gaze fixed on the holographic screen, witnessing the unconventional actions of their hero unit.

And their hero is saying hello from the other side… in his own way.