Nine-Tails: Uchiha Woman, I want you to help me cultivate!

The trio wove through the bustling streets until they arrived before the ramen shop opened by the Otsutsuki Clan on Earth.

Though the storefront was small, it was decorated with exquisite care. Strings of red lanterns hung at the entrance, swaying gently in the breeze and radiating a warm, peaceful atmosphere.

The aroma of ramen wafting from the shop intertwined with the lively energy of the street, instantly whetting everyone's appetite.

"Welcome to Ichiraku Ramen!" the waitress inside greeted them enthusiastically, her eyes filled with pleasant surprise as she looked at Liuli and the two little ones.

Clearly, she was no stranger to Liuli and the two boys.

"Isn't this little Naruto? Have you come to the shop for ramen again?" The waitress spotted Naruto at a glance, a kind smile spreading across her face.

Naruto scratched his head, laughing with a touch of embarrassment: "Yeah, Auntie, long time no see. I brought some friends today to try your cooking." He gestured toward Liuli and Sasuke beside him, introducing them: "This is big sister Liuli, and this is Sasuke, my friend."

The waitress looked at Naruto in surprise and praised: "Oh my, Naruto actually has friends now? Little Naruto, you're working so hard. Welcome, welcome, please come in!" She warmly ushered the three of them into the shop.

The interior was cozy and comfortable, with various ramen posters and photos hanging on the walls, each one seemingly radiating a mouth-watering scent. A few wooden tables and chairs were arranged neatly.

Liuli nodded with a smile to express her thanks, then led Naruto and Sasuke inside.

The shop was filled with the rich fragrance of ramen, enough to make one's mouth water. They found a spot by the window and sat down; the slanting rays of the setting sun spilled over them, warm and bright.

"What flavor of ramen would you two like to eat?" Liuli asked softly, her gaze shifting between the two.

"I want the spiciest one!" Naruto answered without hesitation, a spark of challenge flashing in his eyes.

"I want one even spicier!" Sasuke responded, refusing to be outdone, a confident smirk tugging at the corner of his mouth.

Liuli watched them, a trace of helplessness flashing in her eyes, though she found their banter particularly amusing.

Why must they compete even over eating noodles...

She nodded with a smile and ordered two bowls of extra-spicy ramen from the waitress.

Before long, two steaming bowls of ramen, glistening with red chili oil, were placed before them.

Naruto couldn't wait; he grabbed his chopsticks, lifted a bundle of noodles, blew on them fiercely, and slurped them down in one go.

His eyes went wide, his face contorting into an expression that was both painful and satisfied.

"Wow, so spicy!" he shouted, yet he couldn't bear to put his chopsticks down, burying his head back into the bowl to keep eating.

Sasuke, on the other hand, tasted his ramen with measured grace. There wasn't a hint of pain on his face; instead, he wore a look of enjoyment.

He chewed the noodles slowly, savoring the way the heat spread across his palate, as if it were a unique pleasure.

Watching the two of them eat, Liuli couldn't help but laugh. She knew that although Naruto and Sasuke were always competitive, they both turned into little children when faced with good food, revealing their most authentic selves.

"You two, you really never grow up," Liuli said with a gentle shake of her head and a sigh.

Her gaze lingered on Naruto and Sasuke, her eyes full of fond exasperation.

Hearing this, Naruto immediately jumped up and waved his hands with a feigned air of maturity: "Who says? I'm the man who's going to become Naruto!"

He widened his eyes, looking completely unconvinced.

Sasuke shot him a cold glance, a playful smirk tugging at his lips: "Naruto? Don't forget, I'm the one who's going to surpass you." Though his voice was calm, his words revealed a firm conviction.

Watching them lock horns, Liuli couldn't help but chuckle.

These two, no matter how much they aged, seemed to keep that childlike innocence and burning passion deep within their hearts forever.

"Alright, alright, stop arguing, you two." She interrupted their squabble with a smile. "Actually, I feel like I'll never grow up either."

Naruto and Sasuke both looked at her in surprise.

They hadn't expected that big sister Liuli, who was usually so steady and calm, would say something like that.

"Big sister Liuli, do you feel like a kid too?" Naruto asked curiously.

Liuli nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, I feel like my heart is still like a child's, full of curiosity and longing for the world."

Sasuke took a long look at her, surprised to see his sister acting so childishly as well.

"Then let's have a bowl of even spicier ramen!" Liuli suddenly declared, a glint of challenge in her eyes.

As soon as she said this, Naruto and Sasuke exchanged glances, both seeing the excitement and anticipation in the other's eyes.

They had come to this ramen shop originally just to try the signature dish, but they hadn't expected big sister Liuli to propose an even spicier challenge.

"Alright, I'm not afraid of the spice!" Naruto responded first, his face beaming with a confident smile.

Although Sasuke didn't speak, his eyes burned with determination, clearly accepting the challenge.

Teuchi, the owner of Ichiraku Ramen, saw the three of them looking so spirited and couldn't help but laugh. He walked over and greeted them warmly: "Yo, Naruto, Sasuke, and Miss Liuli, you're here! What would you like to eat today?"

"Boss Otsutsuki, give us three bowls of your spiciest ramen!" Liuli said without hesitation. Her words were filled with firmness and anticipation, as if that spiciest bowl of ramen had become her goal for the evening.

"Boss Otsutsuki?" Teuchi froze upon hearing this address, then a look of realization dawned on him. "Miss Liuli, what kind of address is that? I'm Teuchi; you must have remembered wrong, right?"

Liuli was stunned for a moment, then realized she might have truly misremembered!

She laughed awkwardly and pretended to explain: "Ah, sorry, I might have gotten it wrong. Uncle Teuchi, you're the owner here, right?"

Teuchi nodded with a smile and said: "That's right, I'm the owner of this ramen shop. What would you like to eat? I have all kinds of flavors, there's bound to be one that suits you."

"By the way, Uncle Teuchi, are you really from the Otsutsuki Clan?" Naruto suddenly interjected. He took a bite of ramen, his expression one of pure comfort, clearly very satisfied with the shop's food. However, his words made Teuchi freeze once again.

"Otsutsuki Clan?" Teuchi frowned, seemingly unfamiliar with the name. He put down his rag and looked at Naruto with a hint of confusion. "Naruto, what are you talking about? I'm just a ramen shop owner; how could I have any connection to the Otsutsuki Clan?"

His tone betrayed a hint of helplessness, clearly feeling puzzled by such a sudden question. However, Naruto didn't seem to give up; he scratched his head with a confused expression, "Isn't it? But I remember hearing Teacher Liuli say that you're a descendant of the Otsutsuki Clan or something..."

Before he could finish, he was interrupted by Liuli. She blinked, a mischievous smile playing on her face, "Boss Teuchi, stop pretending. I know you're from the Otsutsuki Clan!"

Upon hearing this, Teuchi immediately understood. He stared at Liuli with wide eyes, seemingly unable to believe his ears.

Sasuke also showed a curious expression, clearly having developed a strong interest in this topic.

Seeing this, Liuli couldn't help but laugh. She patted Teuchi on the shoulder and said, "Uncle Teuchi, don't be nervous. We're just joking."

Teuchi finally breathed a sigh of relief. He shook his head helplessly and said, "You kids are really mischievous. I'm just an ordinary ramen shop owner; how could I possibly have any connection to the Otsutsuki Clan?"

However, Liuli didn't seem to intend to let it go. She blinked and continued, "Uncle Teuchi, do you really not want to admit it? I've heard the legends of the Otsutsuki Clan, you know. They are a group that possesses mysterious powers!"

Teuchi couldn't help but offer a wry smile, "Miss Liuli, please stop teasing me. I'm just an ordinary person; where would I get any mysterious powers?"

Yet, Liuli didn't seem satisfied with this answer. She pressed on, "Then what about your craft? Why is your ramen always so delicious? Isn't that a kind of mysterious power in itself?"

Teuchi was left speechless by this question. He froze for a moment, then smiled and shook his head, "Miss Liuli, you really have a way with words. My craft is only because I love ramen and put my heart into making it; there's no mysterious power involved."

However, Liuli didn't seem ready to give up. She blinked and continued, "Uncle Teuchi, don't be so modest. I know you must have some special secret, you just don't want to tell us."

Teuchi was left between laughter and tears by Liuli's words. He shook his head helplessly and said, "Miss Liuli, you've really misunderstood. I'm just an ordinary ramen shop owner with no special secrets or powers."

"So is Uncle Teuchi from the Otsutsuki Clan or not?" Naruto scratched his head, his brows furrowed, clearly feeling dizzy from the whole ordeal.

His brain felt like a tangled mess, unable to make any sense of it.

"Little Naruto, you really are something. How can you not tell when someone is joking?" Liuli looked at Naruto's serious expression and couldn't help but laugh out loud.

She reached out a slender finger and gently tapped Naruto on the forehead, "Uncle Teuchi and I were just joking. How did you take it so seriously?"

Naruto suddenly realized the truth. He patted his own head and laughed awkwardly, "So that's how it is! I really thought Uncle Teuchi was from the Otsutsuki Clan!"

Sasuke couldn't help but laugh as well. He had seen through Liuli's teasing of Naruto long ago, but he hadn't expected Naruto to pursue the question so earnestly.

"Alright, alright, stop laughing." Liuli waved her hand to stop the laughter, then turned to look at Teuchi, "Uncle Teuchi, since Naruto likes ramen so much, give him a few more bowls. My treat!"

Teuchi laughed upon hearing this, "Then many thanks, Miss Liuli!"

He turned and walked toward the kitchen to start preparing the ramen for Naruto.

Before long, several steaming bowls of ramen were placed on the table. Naruto's eyes lit up the moment he saw the ramen before him.

He couldn't wait to pick up his chopsticks and began to eat in large mouthfuls.

"Delicious! So delicious!" Naruto exclaimed while eating, "Uncle Teuchi's craft is getting better and better!"

Listening to Naruto's praise, a proud smile appeared on Teuchi's face. He knew his ramen was always popular, but hearing Naruto enjoy it so much still made him very happy.

Liuli watched Naruto's satisfied expression, feeling a warmth in her heart.

She knew Naruto was a simple and kind child; although he could be reckless at times, he was very cute. Seeing him become friends with Sasuke made her feel wonderful.

Sasuke ate his ramen silently, enjoying this relaxed and happy moment.

A slight smile tugged at the corner of his mouth, seemingly happy with the playful atmosphere his sister had created.

"Naruto, do you want more? Teacher will cover it all!" Liuli waved her hand, looking quite generous.

Watching Naruto's still-hungry expression, she couldn't help but find it amusing.

This little guy is such a glutton!

"Hiccup!" Naruto had just finished the last bite of ramen when he heard Liuli's words, and he couldn't help but freeze.

He rubbed his round belly, a hesitant expression appearing on his face.

"This... this isn't very good..." Naruto stammered, "It's only our first day meeting, and you've already treated me to so much ramen. How could I trouble you further?"

Liuli looked at Naruto's conflicted state and couldn't help but laugh. She walked over to Naruto and gently patted his shoulder, "Naruto, you don't have to be so polite. I'm treating you to ramen because I think you're interesting and very cute. Besides, I like eating ramen too!"

Hearing Liuli say this, a warm current surged through Naruto's heart.

He thought Liuli was a truly good person—not only beautiful but also so generous. So, he stopped hesitating, nodded, and said, "Then... then thank you, Teacher!"

Liuli watched Naruto's excited expression and couldn't help but laugh. She turned toward Uncle Teuchi, "Uncle Teuchi, bring us a few more bowls of ramen!"

Uncle Teuchi looked at Liuli and Naruto, a kind smile on his face.

He knew both of these children were the future stars of Konoha, and he liked them very much.

Thus, he immediately began to busy himself, preparing fresh ramen for them.

Before long, several steaming bowls of ramen were placed on the table. Naruto's eyes lit up the moment he saw the ramen before him.

He couldn't wait to pick up his chopsticks and began to eat in large mouthfuls.

Liuli watched Naruto's satisfied expression, feeling very happy herself.

She felt truly happy being with Naruto; this little guy always brought her joy and surprises.

After a short while, Naruto once again polished off the large bowl of ramen in front of him, then let out a satisfied burp.

He rubbed his bulging belly, which looked almost like a woman ten months pregnant.

"Naruto, do you still want more?" Liuli looked at Naruto's adorable appearance and couldn't help but ask again.

Hearing Liuli's words, Naruto froze for a moment, then scratched his head in embarrassment, "Ah? This... this isn't very good, Teacher. I've already eaten so much."

Liuli looked at Naruto's hesitant expression, smiled, and shook her head. "It's fine, Teacher has money. Besides, seeing you eat so happily makes Teacher happy too."

Hearing Liuli say this, Naruto felt a touch of emotion. He thought for a moment, then nodded. "Alright then, one last bowl!"

Having said that, he shouted loudly toward the kitchen, "Uncle Otsutsuki! Serve it up!"

Naruto added a playful remark.

Inside the kitchen, Teuchi heard Naruto's voice and shook his head; he was clearly used to Naruto's jokes, and he began to busy himself once more. Before long, a steaming bowl of ramen was placed in front of Naruto.

Naruto looked at the ramen before him, his eyes sparkling with excitement.

He picked up his chopsticks and couldn't wait to start eating. Meanwhile, Liuli sat to the side, watching Naruto with a smile, enjoying this wonderful time.

A while later, Naruto wiped out the ramen in front of him once again and let out a satisfied burp. "Hiccup!"

He rubbed his round, bulging belly, a sheepish smile appearing on his face.

"Do you still want more?" Liuli looked at Naruto, her eyes twinkling with amusement, and asked once again.

Naruto hesitated for a moment, scratched his head, and said with some embarrassment, "Teacher... this... I really feel bad about troubling you further. You've already treated me to so much ramen, I..."

Liuli smiled and interrupted Naruto. "Naruto, you don't need to be so polite. Since Teacher said I would treat you, I will certainly follow through. Besides, I feel quite satisfied myself watching you eat so happily."

Hearing Liuli say this, a warm current surged through Naruto's heart. He knew Liuli truly cared about him, so he no longer hesitated and nodded with a smile. "Then... then thank you, Teacher!"

And so, the two ordered a few more bowls of ramen and continued to enjoy this wonderful time.

Naruto finished another bowl of ramen and hurriedly said to Liuli, "Big Sister Liuli, no more... little Naruto is already very full!"

He rubbed his round belly while laughing awkwardly. Seeing him like that, Liuli couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"Naruto, you really can eat too much; I'm worried your stomach might burst," Liuli teased.

Naruto chuckled and rubbed his head. "Big Sister Liuli, I don't know what it is, but once I start eating ramen, I just can't stop."

Liuli smiled and shook her head, thinking to herself that this little guy was a real glutton. Watching Naruto's satisfied expression, she couldn't help but feel happy herself.

Sasuke sat next to Naruto, looking at his distended belly, which looked as if he were ten months pregnant, and couldn't help but feel a bit shocked.

Is this guy pregnant? Sasuke's mouth twitched.

He remembered that his own appetite had always been normal since he was a child; he had never been able to eat as much as Naruto.

Sasuke couldn't help but ask, "Naruto, how can you eat so much? Won't you burst your stomach?"

Naruto chewed his ramen and answered vaguely, "Hehe, I don't know, I just think it's delicious and I can't stop."

Liuli looked at Naruto's adorable appearance and couldn't help but laugh. She gently patted Sasuke on the shoulder and said, "Sasuke, don't worry about him. Naruto has been like this since he was little; being able to eat is a blessing, after all."

Sasuke shook his head helplessly, thinking that this guy was truly a glutton. However, watching Naruto eat so happily, he couldn't help but feel a bit envious.

After all, in this world full of pressure and challenges, being able to enjoy good food so carefree was a rare kind of happiness.

After Naruto finished a bowl of ramen, he looked at Liuli with wide, expectant eyes. Liuli asked with a smile, "Naruto, do you still want more?"

Naruto nodded without hesitation. "Yes!"

Liuli ordered a few more bowls of ramen, and Naruto began to wolf it down again. Sasuke watched Naruto's eating habits and couldn't help but frown. He felt that if Naruto kept eating like this, something would go wrong sooner or later.

Thus, Sasuke spoke up to warn him, "Naruto, take it easy. Don't eat too much; be careful you don't actually burst your stomach."

Hearing Sasuke's words, Naruto pouted with some dissatisfaction. "Sasuke, why do you always say that? Big Sister Liuli already said that being able to eat is a blessing! Besides, the more I eat, the stronger I'll become in the future!"

Sasuke sighed, thinking that this guy was truly stubborn. He shook his head helplessly and stopped talking.

Liuli watched the interaction between the two and found it secretly amusing. She knew Sasuke cared about Naruto, but his way of expressing it was a bit stiff.

As for Naruto, he had that kind of carefree personality and didn't quite understand other people's intentions.

Therefore, Liuli stepped in to smooth things over. "Alright, alright, you two stop arguing. Naruto, keep eating, but pay attention to your health. Sasuke, don't always keep such a straight face; smile more."

Hearing Liuli's words, both of them were stunned for a moment, then laughed in unison.

Sasuke rarely showed a smile, looking quite happy, though his eyes glanced at Naruto's belly from time to time, seemingly speechless.

Naruto laughed very happily; he hadn't been this happy in a long time, eating so much ramen!

Inside the sealing space, the Nine-Tails' eyes flickered with a ghostly light, its gaze landing on Naruto with a hint of mockery and curiosity.

It looked at Naruto's bulging belly, which looked as if he were ten months pregnant, and couldn't help but snort, a playful smile curling at the corner of its mouth.

"Hmph, this brat, eating so much, he looks like he's pregnant." The Nine-Tails' voice was low and powerful, echoing within the sealing space.

Its eyes revealed confusion and doubt regarding Naruto; after all, it had never seen anyone who could eat as much as Naruto did.

Liuli's gaze did indeed shift toward little Naruto's belly; she seemed able to peer through that layer of skin and glimpse the sealing space within.

Her eyes revealed a hint of curiosity and concern, as if she wanted to probe the mysteries hidden inside.

The Nine-Tails felt Liuli's gaze, and its heart skipped a beat. It thought to itself, "This woman is truly not simple; she is actually looking at me. Damn Uchiha Clan."

Although the Nine-Tails possessed powerful sensory abilities, it had never imagined that anyone could see it through Naruto's body.

This made it feel somewhat uneasy, while simultaneously sparking a bit of curiosity about Liuli.

The Nine-Tails' gaze met Liuli's line of sight in the void; although there was no verbal communication, both felt the other's presence.

The Nine-Tails could feel the concern and curiosity in Liuli's eyes, while Liuli seemed able to see through to the Nine-Tails' inner world, feeling its loneliness and solitude.

Deep within the sealing space, the voice of the Nine-Tails suddenly turned low and resonant. It lifted its eyes, which shimmered with a ghostly light, revealing a sense of intense curiosity toward Liuli.

"Woman, you have begun to interest me." The Nine-Tails spoke slowly, every word seemingly imbued with a mysterious power.

Its voice echoed throughout the sealing space, as if attempting to pierce through the invisible barrier to probe Liuli's true identity.

The Nine-Tails had never encountered anyone like Liuli; she seemed capable of seeing through everything, peering directly into its inner world. This sensation left the Nine-Tails both surprised and excited, and it began to crave more information about her.

A surge of intense curiosity welled up in Liuli's heart as she stood there, her eyes flickering with a cunning light.

She glanced at Naruto, who was wolfing down his food, then looked at the proud Nine-Tails inside his belly, a bold idea forming in her mind.

"Should I use the power of Six Paths Sasuke to control the Nine-Tails for fun? A Susanoo-clad Nine-Tails sounds pretty good."

Liuli whispered to herself, a mischievous smile appearing on her face. She had always been curious about the Nine-Tails within the sealing space and wanted to get to the bottom of it.

Now, possessing the power of Six Paths Sasuke, she had the means to realize this wild idea.

Under Liuli's gaze, little Naruto's belly seemed to tremble slightly; the Nine-Tails appeared to sense a powerful intent to probe it.

The Nine-Tails felt this intense gaze within the sealing space, a flicker of vigilance and suspicion flashing in its eyes.

It pondered to itself: Is this woman plotting against me?

As a demon fox with immense power, the Nine-Tails was long accustomed to the various gazes of the world.

But this time, it clearly felt that Liuli's gaze was different, as if it could penetrate all illusions and reach the deepest parts of its soul.

This feeling of being seen through made the Nine-Tails feel somewhat uneasy, yet it also sparked a profound interest in Liuli.

The Nine-Tails began to observe Liuli closely, attempting to glean more information from her eyes and demeanor.

It discovered that Liuli's gaze was clear and resolute, as if she could discern the essence of all things in the world. Her temperament was also unique, possessing both feminine gentleness and delicacy, while simultaneously revealing a sense of firmness and audacity.

Who exactly is this woman? Why does she possess such powerful perception? The Nine-Tails was filled with doubt and curiosity.

Sasuke watched Liuli staring fixedly at Naruto's protruding belly, his brows furrowing slightly as he asked curiously, "Big sister, why do you keep looking at Naruto's stomach? Is there something special in there?"

Liuli snapped back to reality and smiled gently. She blinked, saying playfully, "Sasuke, you know what? There's a little fox living inside Naruto's belly, and it's very cute!"

Upon hearing this, Sasuke became interested. He leaned in closer, observing Naruto's belly carefully as if he could truly see the little fox.

He asked curiously, "Really? How come I don't see it? Where is the little fox?"

Liuli couldn't help but laugh. She patted Sasuke's head and said with a smile, "Sasuke, the little fox can't be seen; you have to feel it with your heart. But once it's born, you can play with it."

Sasuke scratched his head, looking somewhat disappointed. "Huh? I have to wait for it to be born? How long will that take?"

Liuli thought for a moment and feigned mystery. "Well, that depends on the little fox's own wishes. But don't worry, big sister will teach you how to play with the little fox."

Sasuke's eyes lit up immediately, and he asked excitedly, "Really? Big sister, will you really teach me?"

Liuli nodded and smiled. "Of course. When has big sister ever lied to you? Once the little fox is born, we'll play together, okay?"

Sasuke jumped for joy and nodded repeatedly. "Okay! Okay! I want to play with the little fox!"

Inside the sealing space, it was dim, with only the Nine-Tails' scarlet eyes flickering with angry light in the darkness. It roared in fury, its voice echoing through the space as if it would tear the narrow confines apart.

This woman, this is outrageous! How dare she be so arrogant! The Nine-Tails felt indignant. As the powerful Nine-Tails demon fox, when had it ever suffered such indignity? It had originally thought that being sealed in Naruto's belly was the worst possible fate. It never expected that someone would now dare to plot against it, wanting to toy with it!

The Nine-Tails recalled the scene of Liuli staring at Naruto's belly, and the rage in its heart burned even brighter. It knew that Liuli must be thinking of how to tease and toy with it.

It couldn't help but feel a sense of sorrow; it, the majestic Nine-Tails demon fox, had actually fallen to such a state.

However, the Nine-Tails also understood that it had no way to resist right now. It was sealed in this cramped space, unable to move, let alone break the seal.

It could only swallow its anger and wait for the day the seal was broken.

The Nine-Tails sat quietly in the darkness, its eyes filled with unwillingness and rage.

"Woman, you have successfully caught my attention." The Nine-Tails' voice echoed in the sealing space, every word revealing an indescribable depth and resolve.

Its eyes looked toward the smiling Liuli, a sharp light flickering within them, as if trying to see through to Liuli's heart.

Liuli smiled slightly; her smile was like the spring sunshine, warm and bright.

"Naruto, are you full?" Liuli asked with a smile, her jade hand gently patting Naruto's little belly. Her voice was soft and warm, like a spring breeze brushing over a lake, bringing a sense of comfort and tranquility.

Naruto widened his eyes, looking at Liuli with total satisfaction. He nodded, a few grains of rice still hanging from the corner of his mouth, making him look particularly cute. "I'm full! Teacher!"

He answered loudly, his voice filled with happiness and contentment.

Watching Naruto's adorable appearance, a warm current welled up in Liuli's heart.

She knew that for Naruto, a full meal was not just the satisfaction of a full stomach, but also a comfort to his soul and an emotional connection.

She gently patted Naruto's head and said with a smile, "That's good, Naruto. You're at the age where you're growing, so you must eat more to become stronger."

Naruto nodded vigorously, his eyes shining with a resolute light. He knew that he wanted to become stronger not just for himself, but to protect those around him and to safeguard that hard-won warmth.

"I'll remember that! Teacher!" Naruto stood up excitedly, straightening his back, though his little belly still hung down cutely. His face was filled with a satisfied and proud smile, as if he had just enjoyed a magnificent feast.

Liuli looked at Naruto's cute appearance and couldn't help but laugh. "Haha, kawaii ne, little Naruto." She reached out and gently stroked Naruto's head, her eyes full of doting and affection.

Feeling Liuli's gentle touch, a warm current surged in Naruto's heart. He knew that Teacher Liuli not only taught him knowledge but also cared for him like a mother.

He looked up at Liuli's warm and bright eyes, his heart filled with gratitude and respect.

"Teacher, I will study hard!" Naruto said earnestly, his voice filled with determination and confidence.

Liuli nodded with a smile. She knew that Naruto was a smart and diligent child; as long as he was given enough love and guidance, he would surely thrive.

At this moment, Sasuke also walked over. Although he did not express his emotions as intensely as Naruto, a resolute light flickered in his eyes as well.

He knew that Big Sister Liuli was an important guide on their path of growth, and they would work hard together to keep improving.

"Sasuke, let's go home. Naruto, you come along too," Liuli said to Sasuke, her voice gentle yet firm.