While Naruto, Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Shizune were on their way back to Konoha, Tsunade suddenly took them to visit a merchant named Banjo Ichitora. Through Tsunade's introduction, Naruto finally learned that this middle-aged man was currently the biggest merchant in the Land of Fire. Once they had introduced themselves, Banjo Ichitora arranged rooms for Naruto and the others to rest.
After they settled in, Naruto asked curiously, "Granny Tsunade, it seemed like you deliberately wanted me to meet Banjo Ichitora. Did you have something in mind?"
Tsunade smiled. "You noticed, huh? Hehe, yes, I wanted you to meet him. Naruto, you said you wanted to become Hokage someday, but being Hokage isn't easy. You'll face all kinds of difficulties, and you'll need different people to help you. Banjo Ichitora is currently the richest man in the Land of Fire, so getting to know him will be a great help to you in the future. It'll also help you become Hokage."
Naruto nodded calmly. "I understand, Granny Tsunade. Thank you for thinking of me. I won't let you down. Don't worry, I'll make sure to get to know Banjo Ichitora properly."
Tsunade smiled. "Mm, hehe, don't try too hard, though. No matter how rich he is, he's still an ordinary person. What really matters in this world is strength, so you only need to get acquainted with him. Understand?"
"I understand, Granny Tsunade," Naruto replied.
"Good," Tsunade replied. "We'll get some proper rest here today. We should be able to return to Konoha tomorrow. Get some rest. I'll leave you to it."
"Okay, I understand," Naruto replied.
Tsunade nodded. "Shizune, Jiraiya, let's go."
Jiraiya looked puzzled. "Oh, all right. Naruto, get some rest on your own, then."
After Tsunade, Jiraiya, and the others left, Naruto sat on the bed and examined