Other than Lord Torikaze and Minato, he finally had a Kage he could actually talk to.
So he was still very happy.
"Look at you. When you meet even more important figures during the graduation performance, won't you be nervous out of your mind?"
"You're someone of status too—the Daimyo of the Land of Whirlpools. Your title carries far more weight than that of some clan heads. They should be the ones trying to curry favor with you."
Ran adjusted his mindset after hearing that. "You're right. I should adjust my attitude. Thank you as well, Lord Torikaze, for introducing me today."
Torikaze waved his hand. "It's a small matter. I think highly of you, so it's only natural that I help you. If you had nothing I could appreciate, I wouldn't even bother saying a few words to you."
Ran was naturally delighted. This showed that his abilities were still quite good.
"Alright, it seems like there's no one at home today. I'll go make dinner. If you know how to cook too, come give me a hand."
After Ran responded, the two headed to the kitchen together.
Time passed, and the day quickly came to an end. Early the next morning, everyone at the Cloud Clan Grounds woke from their dreams and began a new day of life.
The important matter today was that the Tsuchikage and Kazekage would arrive in Konoha at ten o'clock.
The Hokage had to go to the Electric Train Station to receive them. Other than that, there was nothing particularly important. Mifune had also called to say that he would arrive in Konoha that afternoon and would not miss the performance.
"Naruto, you brat, why are you running around so early in the morning? Get over here and eat!"
Upon hearing Kushina call