Chapter 169 - 35

Chapter 35: Complimenting Tsunami crazily at dinner, and Tazuna wants to give me his entire family estate?He looked at his feet.That feeling... he had grasped it!In that split second of crisis just now, his body had memorized the frequency of the Chakra flow."Don't mention it."Naruto's annoying voice drifted up from under the tree."This is what you call discipline through love."Uchiha Sasuke looked down at the blonde idiot below.The insults he had been about to hurl swirled on his tongue before he swallowed them back.Although the method was harsh.It had certainly... been a huge help."Hmph."Uchiha Sasuke snorted.Though the corners of his mouth curled up almost imperceptibly.He turned around and charged toward the treetop once more.This time.His speed was twice as fast.Naruto watched Uchiha Sasuke's back.He then glanced at Sakura, who had also climbed up but was currently sitting on a branch, swinging her legs and resting.He shook his head."One is trying desperately to get stronger.""The other is trying desperately to slack off.""That is the gap."Naruto stretched.Tonight, he would probably be able to eat another luxury meal made by Tsunami again, right?Thinking of this.Naruto rubbed his stomach."System, what is tonight's mission?"[Ding! Evening random mission triggered.][Mission Name: The Temptation of a Househusband.][Content: During dinner, publicly compliment Tsunami's cooking, and imply that whoever marries her would be blessed for eight lifetimes (must be done in front of Tazuna).][Reward: Tsunami favorability +10, Tazuna's "wanting to recruit a grandson-in-law" intent +50%.]Naruto grinned.This system.It was truly sensible....Night fell.At Tazuna's dining table, the atmosphere was much livelier than yesterday.This was mainly because of Uchiha Sasuke.Although he hadn't managed to reach the treetop in the end, falling short by two or three meters.But the visible progress he made made even Kakashi Hatake unable to resist praising him a couple more times."Well done, Uchiha Sasuke."Kakashi Hatake picked up a piece of fish, "At this rate, you should be able to master it by tomorrow."Uchiha Sasuke lowered his head to shovel rice into his mouth, the tips of his ears slightly red.However, he couldn't help but glance at Narutoopposite him.That look seemed to say: See? I can do it too.Naruto ignored him completely.His attention was entirely on the plate of braised pork in front of him.And on Tsunami, who was sitting at the head of the table serving soup to everyone."Sister Tsunami."Naruto swallowed the meat in his mouth and put down his chopsticks with an intoxicated expression."This braised pork is simply amazing.""Fatty but not greasy, it melts in your mouth.""With this kind of skill, even the chefs at the most expensive restaurant in Konoha Village can't compare."Tsunami blushed deeply from the compliments."It's not that good, it's just home-cooked food...""No, no, no."Naruto waved his finger, his expression as serious as if he were discussing matters of national importance."This is not just food.""This is art.""It is art infused with love."Naruto turned his head to look at Tazuna, who was drinking wine."Old man, having a daughter like this, you must have saved the Ninja World in your past life, right?""Whoever manages to marry Sister Tsunami."Naruto sighed, his face full of envy, jealousy, and hatred."That would absolutely be a blessing accumulated over eight lifetimes, a sign of extreme good fortune.""Unlike some people."Naruto glanced pointedly at Sakura beside him."If she gets married in the future, she will probably only be able to cook instant noodles for her husband, the kind without seasoning packets.""Naruto!!!"Sakura was so angry she almost slammed her bowl onto Naruto's face.Tazuna laughed heartily.Empowered by the alcohol, the old man's face was flushed, and his gaze toward Naruto grew increasingly benevolent."That's right!"Tazuna slapped the table, "My daughter is the best woman in the entire Land of Waves!""However..."A glint of shrewdness flashed in Tazuna's cloudy eyes."It's a pity, this world is too chaotic.""If only there were a powerful Ninja willing to stay behind and protect her, become a son-in-law who moves into the family..."Tazuna's gaze landed squarely on Naruto.The implication was self-evident.The room went silent.Uchiha Sasuke's hand, holding food, froze in mid-air.Sakura widened her eyes.Kakashi Hatake nearly choked on a fish bone.This old man... what is he trying to do?Poach talent from Konoha Village?And he's trying to poach the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki?!Only Naruto remained calm.He calmly picked up his bowl and took a sip of soup.The corners of his mouth curled up almost imperceptibly.[Ding! Mission completed.][Tazuna's "recruit a son-in-law" intent has been activated.][Current status: Seriously considering the possibility of tying you down in the Land of Wavesto act as a stud.]Naruto put down his bowl.He flashed a brilliant smile at Tazuna."Old man.""Although I would love to agree to your request.""However..."Naruto pointed to the forehead protector on his head."My journey is toward the stars and the sea.""The pond that is the Land of Waves is too small.""It cannot contain a dragon like me."Arrogant.Boundlessly arrogant.But paired with the boy's gaze, which shone with confidence, it actually made people feel... that what he said was true.The forest after dinner was pitch black.Only the pale moonlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, dappling the claw-marked tree trunks."Haa!"A roar broke the silence.Uchiha Sasuke, covered in sweat and grime, felt Chakra surging wildly beneath his feet.He shot toward the treetop like an arrow released from a bow.That was his last bit of Chakra.It was also a gamble for the dignity of the Uchiha.Thirty meters.Thirty-five meters.The treetop was within reach.Uchiha Sasuke gritted his teeth, pushed the adhesion on his feet to the maximum, pushed off violently, and his body flipped in the air.Snap.His feet landed firmly on the highest branch.Success.The thrill of conquering the height instantly washed away the sharp pain in his body.Uchiha Sasuke stood on the treetop, looking down at the sleeping Land of Waves, an urge to roar toward the sky surging in his chest.Do you see, Naruto?This is the talent of the Uchiha."Slurp."An extremely inappropriate sound of slurping noodles rang out right behind his head.Uchiha Sasuke's heroic words, which were about to burst out, were stuck in his throat.He turned his head stiffly.He saw Naruto sitting cross-legged on a branch half a meter higher than him, holding a steaming cup of instant noodles, stuffing them into his mouth.Beside him lay a half-eaten sausage."Yo, Er Zhu Zi."Naruto swallowed the noodles in his mouth and casually stuck his fork into the noodle cup."You came up to eat a midnight snack too?"Uchiha Sasuke's face twitched.When did this bastard get up here?"I won."Uchiha Sasuke suppressed the urge to kick the other person down, lifted his chin, and spoke proudly."Climb to the treetop before dark.""I did it."Naruto didn't speak.He took a sip of soup leisurely, letting out a satisfied sigh.Then he raised his left hand and rolled up his sleeve.A crooked watch was drawn on his wrist.The hour and minute hands were drawn permanently with a marker, pointing forever at twelve o'clock.Naruto extended his index finger and tapped on the drawn-on watch face."Sorry.""According to this 'Uzumaki Limited Edition Rolex' of mine.""You're overtime."