Living Up to Expectations

"Without realizing it, we've actually come this far. And now, I feel so happy. The two of us are really doing so well now. A year ago, we were still in Konoha. I never imagined that we'd be standing on land beyond Konoha now. It feels so unbelievable!" Chun Muzi said softly with a smile as she looked up at the sky.

After hearing what Chun Muzi had said, Uzumaki Chenhao nodded with a smile. He knew that the journey here had truly not been easy, and that they had gone through all kinds of hardships.

"Yeah. No matter what, this is the result of our hard work. Thinking about it now, it really wasn't easy. But at the very least, we can finally travel the world together. And we'll get to see so many things and meet so many people outside!" Uzumaki Chenhao said with a smile as he looked at Chun Muzi's face.

I have to admit, Muzi has changed so much this past year. She's already twelve now, practically a young lady. And she's getting prettier and prettier. Maybe she'll become even more beautiful in the future. I really don't know what blessings I earned in my past life to find such a pretty girl.

"Yeah, let's hurry up and eat. After dinner, maybe we can watch the stars together. It's been so long since we came out to have fun together. Ever since we left Konoha, we've been constantly on the move and haven't had a proper rest in ages. Once we reach Mirror Country tomorrow, we have to rest properly!" Chun Muzi said with a smile as she turned to look at Uzumaki Chenhao.

After hearing what Chun Muzi had said, Uzumaki Chenhao nodded with a smile. He wanted this kind of life too—carefree, without