As the core of Geothermal Device emits a soft but firm hum, the majestic heat is like the pulse of the earth, rushing to every cold Corner of Land of Snow.
The thick ice and snow that had covered this land for countless years began to make a subtle and dense "swirling" sound, like a winter sigh.
The ice quickly thinned and disintegrated, turning into a trickle, nourishing the long-drought land.
Where the ice melts and the snow melts, an incredible scene happens!
Under the frozen soil that was originally covered with pure white, tender green grass buds stubbornly emerged. They stretched their leaves at a speed visible to the naked eye, greedily breathing in the long-lost warm air.
Immediately afterwards, the colorful buds also rushed out and bloomed instantly under the urging of the warm current.
Red, yellow, purple... the colorful colors spread out quickly, like an overturned palette, transforming this dead white kingdom into a vibrant spring garden.
Land of Snow, this country that has been imprisoned by ice and snow for too long finally ushered in its belated spring!
At this moment when the spring scenery, symbolizing rebirth and hope, unfolded, a familiar, gentle, and loving voice seemed to penetrate the barriers of time and space and sounded clearly under this brand-new sky:
"You have to believe in the future. In that case, spring will definitely come."
Kazahana Koyuki, who was shocked by the miraculous sight in front of him, suddenly raised his head when he heard the sound, and tears instantly blurred his vision.
She looked eagerly at the source of the sound.
In the clear, newly thawed blue sky, images slowly emerged.
That's... father's voice?! Kazahana Sōsetsu's voice!
The voice did not stop, and continued to ask with a deep sense of endearment and tenderness:
"Koyuki What do you want to do when spring comes?"
Along with this inquiry, a hazy light and shadow gradually condensed and became clear in the warm light emitted by Geothermal Device.
A little Girl figure wearing Land of Snow winter clothes emerged. Her little face was innocent and her eyes were full of longing - it was Kazahana Koyuki in her childhood.
Little Kazahana Koyuki raised her little face and declared loudly and proudly in a childish but clear voice:
"Koyuki wants to be the princess!"
That gentle voice, with endless tolerance and encouragement, sounded again:
"What kind of princess will Koyuki be?"
Little Kazahana Koyuki thought about it seriously and then answered firmly:
"Be a gentle, strong, and righteous princess!"
Kazahana Sōsetsu's voice was filled with a happy smile:
"Hahahahaha, that's very difficult."
At this moment, Kazahana Koyuki, who has grown up and witnessed the country's return to spring, stood blankly among the blooming flowers, looking at his small self full of dreams.
She murmured to herself, with a hint of trance and deep nostalgia:
"Have I... ever said that before?"
At this moment, that loving voice seemed to be responding to her questions, and seemed to be giving her final guidance and strength:
"However, if you treat your dream as faith and pursue it without giving up, your dream will definitely come true."
As the words fell, the light and shadow became more solid.
A man wearing Land of Snow's traditional clothes, whose face is somewhat similar to Kazahana Dōtō, but not at all aggressive, only elegant, wise and profound - Kazahana Sōsetsu, finally appears.
He bent down slightly and gently tied a Hexagonal Crystal Pendant, which shone with crystal light, around little Kazahana Koyuki's tender neck.
Kazahana Sōsetsu's eyes looked at her daughter tenderly, and it seemed that through time, she was also looking at the image of the grown-up Kazahana Koyuki and said softly:
"Can you see this? There is a beautiful princess standing here!"
Seeing his father's clear figure and hearing these familiar words, the grown-up Kazahana Koyuki could no longer suppress the surging emotions in his heart.
Those years of longing, pain of loss, and heavy burdens all turned into hot tears at this moment, like broken pearls, flowing down uncontrollably.
However, little Kazahana Koyuki in the image seemed to have something to say. She tilted her head with a bit of innocent distress:
"But Koyuki is still worried about one thing, because Koyuki still has a dream!"
Kazahana Sōsetsu in the video and Kazahana Koyuki with tears streaming down his face were stunned for a moment at the same time.
Kazahana Sōsetsu asked curiously:
"Oh? What is it? Another dream."
Little Kazahana Koyuki's eyes were shining brightly, and with infinite yearning, he announced loudly:
"Actress!"
This sudden, childlike declaration of dreams instantly broke the sentimental atmosphere.
Kazahana Sōsetsu in the video was startled for a moment, then burst into hearty laughter:
"Hahahahahaha!"
Kazahana Koyuki, who was standing among the flowers with wet tears, was also affected by the time-traveling child's words and his father's hearty laughter, and couldn't help crying but laughing.
The laughter of the father and daughter, one from the past and the other from the present, are wonderfully intertwined and resonant at this moment, full of relief and joy.
At this moment, a gorgeous seven-color rainbow, like a bridge connecting heaven and earth, drew a perfect arc in the Land of Snow sky where everything has recovered after the rain.
Naruto, who was standing aside, put his hands on his hips and looked at the spring scenery in front of him, the gorgeous rainbow in the sky, and Kazahana Koyuki, who was crying and smiling happily.
This should be the perfect ending to the story!
"Wow! So beautiful!"
Sakura's voice of exclamation and joy came from behind Naruto, breaking Naruto's thoughts that were immersed in the perfect ending.
Naruto turned his head when he heard the sound and saw the scene behind him: Team 7's companions were standing on the newly rejuvenated land.
"There's a lot of movement here."
Sasuke refers to the movement of Geothermal Device and the visual impact brought by the sudden transition from winter to spring and the revival of all things in the country.
"We originally just planned to take a look here, and Mr. Director seems to be very satisfied with this scene."
Kakashi's eyes retracted from the magnificent scenery and fell on Naruto and Kazahana Koyuki, who was still moved, with wet tears but a smile. His low and steady voice sounded, with a hint of emotion, echoing Sasuke's statement:
"Yeah, there's a lot of movement."
"What a miracle!"
Director and the assistant carrying the camera were behind Kakashi. The old man who devoted himself to art was as happy as a child.
Naruto and several people completed the mission, Director got the shot they wanted, Kazahana Koyuki not only successfully restored the country, but also activated Geothermal Device, which was left behind by his father before his death, allowing Land of Snow to have spring.
The sun is warm, the rainbow is gorgeous, the flowers are blooming, and the laughter is echoing.
The spring of Land of Snow not only melts thousands of years of ice and snow, but also warms everyone's heart, bringing a perfect end to this journey full of twists and turns.
This is the most gratifying part of the trip to Land of Snow, where everyone is happy.