A week passed, and the year soon drew to a close.
This New Year was noticeably different from those before it.
Konoha had won the Third Ninja World War.
It was no exaggeration to say that Konoha would reign supreme over the Ninja World from now on.
Naturally, Konoha's residents and ninja were thrilled.
This year's celebration became the grandest in the village's history.
Bang!
Brilliant fireworks went off continuously in the night sky.
"How does it feel to spend New Year in Konoha?"
Natsuki asked with a smile.
"It's lively."
Konan answered. "Amegakure should hold New Year celebrations from now on, too!"
Yahiko said enthusiastically.
There were two reasons Amegakure had never held New Year celebrations before.
First, its year-round rain made the weather unsuitable.
Second, Amegakure was too poor.
But now, Amegakure had solved both problems.
"We'll come when you do."
Nawaki perked up. "I'd like to see how it's different."
"If we hold one, we'll definitely invite you."
Yahiko said happily.
"Let's put that aside for now."
Uzumaki Kushina took Yakushi Nonō's hand and said, "I've spotted lots of food we didn't have in previous years. Let's try some." "This celebration features food from other ninja villages."
Konan explained.
The Anbu had helped organize the New Year celebration.
As the head of the Anbu, she knew all about the arrangements.
Including food from other ninja villages was a way to lay the groundwork for the upcoming Ninja Village Alliance.
After all, Konoha would become the center of the Ninja World and grow increasingly prosperous.
"No wonder!"
Uzumaki Kushina said with a broad smile, "Then we definitely have to try it!"
"We'll come, too."
Yuhi Kurenai and Shizune exchanged a glance before speaking.
"What about you, Lady Tsunade?"
Natsuki turned to Tsunade and asked. "I prefer drinking."
Tsunade