A Trip to the Land of Hot Water! Dream-Fulfilling Hot Springs!

The next day.

Shinki sat alone in the Hokage's Office, idly propping his head up with his hand and talking to himself.

"Here we go again: Ninjutsu data, Cursed Seals, and Artificial Humans."

"What exactly does this mysterious man want? Does he want to monopolize the technology of the entire Shinobi World?"

Sasuke appeared in the room at some point and said to Shinki in a low voice, "Shinki, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Just let things take their course."

Shinki: Σ( ° △ °|||)

"When did you come in? You didn't even say hello!"

Sasuke shrugged, looking helpless, and said, "You've had your head down ever since I came in. I saw you were thinking seriously, so I didn't say anything."

"Oh, by the way, the company is developing steadily now, and Raimon is planning to organize a team-building activity to improve relationships among colleagues."

"I've already agreed. What are your thoughts?"

Upon hearing this, Shinki nodded. "Sure, giving them a little relaxation will make them work more diligently."

"By the way, has the location been decided?"

Sasuke nodded immediately. "Yes. It's in the Land of Hot Water right next to the Land of Fire. The Hot Springs there are very famous; it's a tourist paradise."

"The Land of Hot Water?"

Shinki pondered for a moment, finding the name very familiar. "I went there once when I was investigating the Ketsuryūgan. Speaking of which, Hidan seems to be from that country too. That place is not only famous for its Hot Springs, but also for its cults..."

Sasuke couldn't help but scoff. "Hidan's story is from so many years ago, and the Land of Hot Water is cracking down on cults these days, you hardly see them anymore... (||๐_๐)"

Shinki nodded. "Alright, since you've made up your minds, then go ahead."

Sasuke then looked into Shinki's eyes and asked, "And what about you? Do you want to come with us?"

"Shinki, look how tired you are after becoming Hokage. It's time for you to take a break. Naruto can already fill in for you..." Sasuke said earnestly.

Shinki:(๑`･ᴗ･´๑)

"OK!"

He has done good deeds all his life; he deserves to rest!

Even though he played mahjong all day yesterday, soaking in a hot Hot Springs is still a must! (σ≧︎▽︎≦︎)σ.

The next day.

Naruto buried himself in reviewing documents, his hands moving at lightning speed, full of energy. "This is Shinki's recognition that I can handle things on my own!! ୧⍢⃝୨"

"I must handle the village affairs well these next few days!"

Shikamaru stood to the side, holding a file in one hand and rubbing his forehead with the other, looking speechless. "Is it possible that Shinki just wants to skip work and go out to play?"

Naruto: "I don't believe it! Shinki said he trusts me the most, and only I am capable of being the Acting Hokage! ୧⍢⃝୨"

Shikamaru facepalms: (ー_ー)!!

What kind of spell did Shinki cast on Naruto?!

New Future Company.

The staff, dressed neatly and carrying their equipment, waited excitedly for Shinki.

"To be able to work under the Lord Hokage is truly a blessing I've accumulated over several lifetimes!"

"Exactly! I've only been here for six months, and I already get to go on a team-building trip! Lord Hokage is the best!"

"Within the company, he shouldn't be called Hokage, he should be called Chairman..."

On the other side.

On his way to the company, Shinki encountered Ms. Kurenai Yuhi, who was carrying a child.

After the Fourth Shinobi World War, Kurenai married Asuma- sensei, and they had a daughter whom Asuma- sensei named 'Mirai'.

"Lord Sixth," Kurenai Yuhi greeted him respectfully upon seeing the Shinki.

Although he was already used to the title, Shinki still patiently said, "Just call me by my name, teacher..."

"The little girl is so cute! ∩_∩"

Kurenai Yuhi smiled and introduced the Shinki to Mirai: "Mirai, look! This is the Lord Sixth, call out to him..."

The baby was only a few months old and couldn't speak at all. It just stared at the Shinki with its big, bright eyes and an innocent expression.

Even the Shinki heart softened upon seeing this scene.

He remembered that when Mirai Sarutobi was born, he was busy with official duties and only gave her a perfunctory gift...

So, Kamiki casually pulled a Flying Thunder God Kunai Shinki kunai from his Ninja Tool Pouch: "This is for Future..."

Red:Σ(っ°Д °;)っ

Giving Kunai to a baby under one year old?!

The Sixth Hokage's thought process is still as unusual as ever!

However, out of politeness, Kurenai Yuhi accepted it and thanked her.

It was this small act that influenced Mirai Sarutobi's future!

Afterwards, Shinki said goodbye to Teacher Hong and went to the company.

Amidst the cheers of the employees, Shinki used the Flying Thunder God Technique to teleport everyone to the Land of Hot Water!

The Land of Hot Water.

A Hot Springs town.

Shinki and Sasuke are soaking in Hot Springs.

Amidst the rising steam, Sasuke, his face flushed, exclaimed, "Soaking in Hot Springs is so refreshing! ( ˝ᗢ̈˝ )"

Shinki, equally delighted, exclaimed, "It's true! The two most enjoyable things in the world are soaking in Hot Springs and holidays. (ﾉ∇︎ )"

The appearance of the two attracted the attention of the men around them.

"Look, over there are a black-haired man and a red-haired man!"

"Those two guys are really good-looking..."

"Yeah, later when they're picking up the soap... hehehe... (๑`･ᴗ･´๑)"

Upon hearing this, Shinki Sasuke felt a chill run down his spine!

I immediately went to the restroom and changed my appearance!

It's outrageous! Being handsome is a crime!

Sure enough, after the two returned, the group of men changed their conversation.

"It's a pity those two handsome guys left, otherwise I would have cherished their delicate little chrysanthemums! (ﾉ∇︎ )"

"Let's not talk about that. Have you heard about the recent missing persons cases?"

"The Jashin Cult has just been eradicated, and now human traffickers are popping up in the country. I wonder when the Land of Hot Water will finally be truly peaceful!"

"Be content! The Shinobi World is peaceful enough now, there's no war!"

"Oh, right, I've also heard an urban legend these past few days. It's said there's a Hot Springs in the mountains to the north where you can see your deceased relatives. It's really creepy! (°A°`)"

"This is too unbelievable! If you want your dreams to come true, you should go to Konoha. I heard that the Sixth Hokage there is a dream-granting master; for just a small fee, you can see your deceased relatives..."

"A tiny bit or a huge amount? I heard the Sixth Hokage, though young, is a real glutton! (´°Δ°`)"

"Exactly! If possible, I still want to go to the Dream-Fulfilling Hot Springs!"

"I'd love to go to Konoha... I heard the Sixth Hokage is really handsome! I wonder if he's my type! (⌯︎¤̴̶̷̀ω¤̴̶̷́)✧︎"

"Please calm down!"

After overhearing the men's conversation, Sasuke suppressed a laugh and gently patted Shinki beside him, "I never thought you'd become famous this way."

Shinki's face darkened: ¯_(ツ)_/¯

"I help people fulfill their dreams, and I only do it according to my mood. I've never quoted a price. How can these people spread such rumors? It's outrageous!"

"But the Dream-Fulfilling Hot Springs they mentioned sound pretty amazing! I'll have to check them out sometime!"