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Even with a complete pardon, what genuine prospects or positions await MC back in Konoha? There’s an unspoken skepticism that lingers in the air, especially among the citizens of Konoha who once turned away from legends like Sakumo and Naruto, a literal child. If the truth were to surface, many would have already formed an indelible first impression of him, a shadow of doubt that’s hard to dismiss. Why should the community stand behind someone branded with the mark of a rogue ninja? Such a history, unfortunately, taints his legacy. If the main character doesn’t completely sever ties, the author’s choice in the narrative might constantly cast a cloud over the character’s potential. It could influence his trajectory and potentially strain the believability of future plotlines.