After leaving the Central Tower, Lin Fan and Naruto quickly made their way out of the Forest of Death.
By the time they emerged from the Forest of Death, it was already around six in the evening.
The sun sank in the west, and its fading rays fell across Lin Fan's face, making him feel warm and comfortable.
It was almost time for dinner, so naturally the two of them were heading to their favorite spot, Ichiraku Ramen.
Of course, Lin Fan first went to the Hyuga Estate to pick up his beloved Hinata and bring her along.
Lin Fan, Naruto, it feels like I haven't seen you two in ages!
As the three of them entered the shop, Teuchi narrowed his eyes and greeted them with a smile that bloomed like a chrysanthemum.
That's right, Teuchi. We've been busy with the Chunin Ninja Exams lately, so we haven't had a chance to come by.
For the past few days, Naruto's even been drooling in his sleep and shouting for Teuchi to serve him ramen!
Lin Fan replied with a smile.
You've certainly worked hard on those exams. What would you like? I'll get your noodles cooking right away.
After hearing Lin Fan's praise, Teuchi said with renewed energy.
Get Naruto a bowl of Lobster and Abalone Ramen. Hinata and I will have our usual.
It's my treat!
As he spoke, Lin Fan handed Teuchi a bill worth one thousand ryo.
That was enough for the three of them to eat here ten more times.
You're the best, Lin Fan! You really know what I like!
Naruto grinned, his eyes narrowing.
But a moment later, his expression fell.
I just wonder how Sasuke's doing in the Central Tower. Can he get ramen this good there?
Seeing Naruto's gloomy expression, Lin Fan's lips curled upward.
Ever since they returned from the Land of Waves mission, Naruto and Sasuke had grown closer and closer.
Naruto also mentioned Sakura less and less.
That was a good sign.
Only if Naruto put Sakura completely behind him could he avoid getting hurt.
When the ramen arrived, Naruto sensibly moved away from Lin Fan and Hinata and enjoyed his meal by himself.
Lin Fan, I heard Father say this morning that some bad people tried to kidnap you in the Forest of Death. Is that true?
Hinata sat beside Lin Fan, her face full of concern.
As one of Konoha's founding clans, the Hyuga Clan naturally had excellent intelligence-gathering capabilities.
Lin Fan didn't want to lie to the pure-hearted girl beside him, so he gently nodded.
Lin Fan, why don't you stay at my house for a while?
I'll talk it over with Father. If those bad people come, he'll definitely be able to protect you.
Hinata blushed as she spoke.
Don't worry. I'll move in with you once we're adults. Even if Uncle Hiashi tries to kick me out then, I won't leave.
But for now, I have Kakashi, Might Guy, and Asuma—three elite jonin teachers—to protect me. You don't need to worry!
Besides, in a few years, I'll marry you and we'll have a whole bunch of chubby babies. How could I let those bad people take me away?
Lin Fan scooped up some ramen that had cooled and held it to Hinata's lips, speaking with a smile.
In the Naruto World, fourteen was considered adulthood, and people could marry and have children.
Lin Fan's casual remark made Hinata blush like a cooked shrimp.
She carefully ate the ramen he held out to her.
The noodles were springy and smooth, with a lingering, delicious taste.
It was true. With Lin Fan's strength and three elite jonin teachers protecting him, it was almost impossible for anyone to take him away.
What she needed to do now was train hard and catch up to Lin Fan as soon as possible.
After they finished their ramen, Lin Fan took Hinata home.
Then he and Naruto strolled through the market in Konoha.
Before they knew it, they had wandered onto a brightly lit street.
In recent years, Hiruzen Sarutobi had worked hard to develop Konoha's economy, opening many specialty service businesses. Meow Meow Stories
For example, there were special mixed-gender hot spring baths and distinctive taverns.
He had named the street Yelai Street.
When night fell, the brightly colored signs lit up one after another.
Young women dressed in eye-catching outfits stood outside the shops, revealing glimpses of skin as they waved brightly colored silk handkerchiefs and beckoned to passersby.
Come on, Naruto. Let's find somewhere on this street to relax in a nice hot bath!
Lin Fan said with a smile.
Though his body was that of a child, his mind and thoughts were still those of an adult.
Since they'd happened to wander in here, it was hard for an adult to resist the temptation to take a look around on such a fine evening.
Okay!
Naruto nodded repeatedly, like a chick pecking at grain.
Once they were inside, Naruto's eyes went wide as if he'd discovered a whole new world.
That lady's skin looks so fair and smooth.
That lady's breasts look so big and round.
That lady's legs look so slender and long.
As Lin Fan and Naruto looked for a suitable place to bathe, a commotion suddenly came from a shop up ahead.
You came in here without any money? You've been bathing in our shop all day, and now you can't even pay a single coin?
That's right! And you deliberately poked my waist with that long, thin thing of yours. I thought I'd been stabbed with a needle!
Thump!
Lin Fan watched as two flamboyantly dressed women threw a man reeking of alcohol out of the shop.
The man was tall, wore a red overcoat, and had long white hair that reached his waist.
Wasn't that the legendary Jiraiya?
Ding! Guidance mission issued: successfully become Jiraiya's disciple and leave your name on the Mount Myoboku Summoning Scroll. Rewards: Fire Style: Great Flame Bullet Lv. 1, Fire Style: Toad Oil Flame Bullet Lv. 1, Earth Style: Swamp of the Underworld Lv. 1.
Become Jiraiya's disciple?
That was exactly what Lin Fan had in mind.
Though he had the system and unlimited skill points, and didn't need Jiraiya to teach him any ninjutsu, he really wanted to take part in the story that came later with Jiraiya and avoid leaving regrets in his youth.
Just as Lin Fan was about to step forward, he saw that Naruto had already gone over to Jiraiya.
Hehe, that uncle's so pitiful. He went in for a bath and got thrown right back out.
Naruto pointed at Jiraiya and laughed loudly.
Jiraiya frowned at Naruto at once.
You little brat, what do you know?
I wasn't in there to take a bath. I was gathering material for my new book!!!
Only by looking at beautiful women with towering peaks and fair skin can I find inspiration for my writing!
Do you think I'm doing this for myself? I'm only doing it so my adorable readers can enjoy a perfect story!
Jiraiya said helplessly.
I don't really understand what inspiration is.
But are beautiful women with towering peaks and fair skin supposed to look like this?
Transformation!
A puff of white smoke swept past.
Yui-chan, with fair skin and towering peaks, appeared before Jiraiya amid swirling clouds.