Naruto

The story shifts to another side.

Ichiraku Ramen was quickly served, the fragrant aroma making Josuke swallow his saliva for a long time.

Itachi gently scooped the ramen into small bowls, then drizzled in the broth. He knew the two little ones were weaned, so eating ramen was perfectly fine.

Josuke didn't stand on ceremony, saying, "I'm going to start eating."

He became a glutton. Seeing his older brother eating, Sasuke naturally didn't fall behind.

He also started eating small bites. As the ramen entered his mouth, it made both of their eyes light up!

This was indeed the most delicious ramen in Konoha! Delicious!

It was just a ramen with an ordinary appearance, yet it was made so deliciously! Now Josuke had to learn how to make this ramen.

After all, within this small body, besides becoming stronger, there was also the ideal of becoming a chef.

Itachi elegantly brought the ramen to his mouth. Even though he had tasted it many times, he couldn't help but sigh.

Ichiraku Ramen was simply better than other ramen shops.

"Is it delicious? Sasuke~"

Sasuke puffed out his cheeks and nodded, making a sound from his mouth.

Itachi smiled and looked at Josuke. Josuke said nothing, just raised his thumb.

Itachi naturally understood. Just then, a small figure seemed to muster great courage.

Slowly walking towards Ichiraku Ramen.

Josuke was focused on eating and didn't notice someone arriving, while Itachi noticed the small, thin body.

His heart skipped a beat.

Why is he here?

The small figure had Yellow Hair, and his cheeks had markings resembling Animal Whiskers.

Goggles were worn on his forehead, he wore an old T-shirt, and his build was thin.

At this moment, he was looking here with a nervous expression.

"Um... I... Can I sit next to you?"

The sudden voice made Josuke look.

Holy crap.

Guess who this is??

Isn't this Kizaru-sama? Although he was a child, Josuke felt a little surprised.

But on second thought, it makes sense. The number one fan of Ichiraku Ramen is none other than Naruto, so it's only natural for Naruto to be here. His own luck was good to meet Naruto on his first outing.

In Josuke's plan, the Crown Prince must be befriended, and deeply so. It would be best to leave some kind of bond. Although he and Josuke are both nobodies now, the Crown Prince will rise to prominence later, alright?

However, Naruto was too skinny as a child. At the same age of three, he and Sasuke were chubby, while Naruto was clearly malnourished.

This birth in Konoha is well-deserved.

Sasuke looked at him with some confusion.

He was all dirty and so small, was he here to steal his big brother from him? Hmph, he absolutely couldn't let that happen.

Sasuke said with a fierce but cute tone.

"No!!"

Naruto looked crestfallen, lowered his head, and began to doubt himself. Was he really the Fox Demon Disaster Star that people in the village talked about?

Josuke glanced at his little brother.

"Yes, you can! This ramen shop is very delicious! You should try it too!"

Hearing this, Naruto looked up in disbelief, his eyes already welling up with tears.

"C-can I really?"

Josuke nodded, signaling Naruto to come over quickly. Naruto slowly walked over, a couple of small tears rolling down his cheeks.

Itachi watched it all calmly.

Seeing Naruto like this, Josuke couldn't help but tease him.

"So you're a Crybaby after all."

Naruto heard this and quickly wiped his eyes with his hands, stubbornly saying, "No, I'm not. It's just that the Sandstorm blew sand into my eyes."

Josuke smiled, not exposing Naruto's flimsy excuse.

Sasuke looked at Naruto with disgust. It was all because of Naruto that Brother Josuke wasn't playing with him anymore.

Naruto was also a regular at Ichiraku Ramen. The owner greeted him enthusiastically. In Konoha today, Uncle Ichiraku must be one of the few who didn't discriminate against the Crown Prince.

Thus, the two of them got to know each other, and they each exchanged names.

They chatted aimlessly.

The atmosphere was a bit awkward, so Josuke thought of something and said, "Naruto-kun, what's your dream?"

"Dream...?"

Naruto looked at the Hokage Rock not far away.

Excitement involuntarily appeared on his face.

"I'm going to be the man who becomes Hokage!"

After speaking, he showed his signature smile, which made Sasuke, who was beside him, unable to stand it and said indignantly, "I'm the man who's going to be Hokage!"

"Huh?"

Naruto was shocked that someone else had the same ideal as him.

Josuke couldn't help but laugh as he watched these two lively characters.

...(After eating ramen, well, I really can't think of anything else to write)

"Josuke, Sasuke, aren't you going to say goodbye to your friends?"

Itachi gently asked, taking the two of them by the hand.

Sasuke looked cool and turned his head away.

Josuke smiled slightly and waved goodbye in Naruto's direction.

"Goodbye, Naruto, let's play together when we have time."

At this moment, Naruto was extremely reluctant, but he still waved goodbye to Josuke and the other two. As he left, he shouted loudly, "Remember, my name is Uzumaki Naruto, and I'm the man who will become Hokage."

With that, he ran away without looking back.

His fast figure was to hide the tears on his face. I... I, Naruto, finally made friends, I, Naruto, finally have friends!!!!

Naruto couldn't hide the excitement in his heart. Josuke, Sasuke... he silently repeated their names in his heart.

Thus, a bond was forged. In the future, the two would encounter various crises and challenges, but this is a story for another time.

Returning home

Fugaku and Mikoto were chatting in the living room. Seeing the three return, Mikoto quickly went to greet them.

"You're back?"

Mikoto petted her younger son's head and said dotingly.

Itachi nodded slightly.

"I took my brothers to Ichiraku Ramen, and they made new friends..."

Mikoto looked surprised. She hadn't expected her two younger sons to make new friends on their first outing. She wondered if it was a girlfriend. If it was a girlfriend, was she pretty... hehe (╹▽╹).

Cough, cough, cough, where did my thoughts go?

Mikoto quickly pushed away the thoughts in her mind.

Josuke said with an innocent expression, "Yes, his name is Uzumaki Naruto. He wants to become Hokage just like my brother!"

Fugaku:?

Naruto? The figures of the Fourth Hokage and Kushina flashed through Mikoto's mind, and her heart couldn't help but feel a little lost...

However, she hid it from the children. Although the villagers disliked Naruto, she didn't object to the two of them befriending Naruto. Fugaku also didn't object to this matter, as they would eventually meet him at the Ninja Academy anyway.

Hearing his brother's words, Sasuke said unconvinced, "Brother, I will be the Hokage in the future!!"