Jiraiya, rejected by Naruto, was feeling a little troubled. Had the aftereffects of what Shamu did back then really been this severe?
Why did Naruto still remember those things even now?
He had originally planned to build a good relationship with Naruto so he could smoothly become Naruto's teacher later on.
It would also make it easier to monitor the Nine-Tails' seal.
But now, Naruto disliked him from the bottom of his heart.
Ever since returning to the village, Jiraiya had behaved himself. At most, he would go have fun in the red-light district by himself.
He did not dare peep anymore, either.
But Naruto's impression of him seemed deeply ingrained now. The disgust was written all over his face.
He had not thought of any solution yet. All he could do was let Naruto get used to his presence first.
After all, he was the most suitable person to teach Naruto.
"Naruto, long time no see."
A voice Jiraiya had heard only yesterday reached his ears.
Uchiha Shamu!
That bastard!
"Shamu!" Naruto had been feeling down when he suddenly spotted Uchiha Shamu across the street.
He could not have been happier.
Naruto lunged forward, and Shamu caught him in one motion, pulling him into a big hug.
"Wow, you're so much heavier now. Looks like you've trained your body well these past few years."
Over the years, Second Pillar had constantly fed Naruto and found all sorts of ways to give him clothes and food. It had forced the Third Hokage to start competing as well.
The money he gave Naruto had been raised again and again, and Naruto ate nutritious, hearty meals every day.
With Naruto no longer causing trouble recklessly and training regularly, he had shot up in height. He was now as tall as Sasuke.
His