Chapter 157 - 23

Chapter 23: Only Big Sister Tsunami Can Warm My Cold Heart"Big Sister, you are really beautiful."Naruto wore a sincere expression, and there wasn't a hint of teasing in his tone; it was entirely heartfelt praise."You are much more feminine than that big-foreheaded violent girl on our team."Sakura, who was supporting Sasuke from behind, stumbled and nearly rolled down the stairs."Naruto! Who are you calling a violent girl?!"Sakura yelled in a panic.Naruto didn't even turn his head, merely shrugging at Tsunami."See, I told you she wasn't feminine. Yelling and screaming like that, she definitely won't be able to get married in the future."Tsunami chuckled.The previously tense atmosphere instantly dissipated.This boy is really interesting."Please, come in. Everyone must be exhausted."Tsunami stepped aside, a gentle blush on her face.Only then did Naruto reluctantly let go.[Ding! First flirtation successful!][Tsunami's first impression of the host: Sunny, handsome, and sweet-talking little brother.][Reward issued: Title "Junior Housewife Killer" (Charm +20% towards married/widowed women).][Additional reward: Life skill "Master Chef" (To capture a woman's heart, you must first capture her stomach, and vice versa).]Naruto whistled, in a great mood.This wave was not a loss.Sasuke, face dark, walked past Naruto with Kakashi on his back."Move, you're blocking the way."Sasuke gritted his teeth and squeezed out the words.He just wanted to throw this lump of meat off his back and find a place to lie down.Why is he doing the manual labor while this bastard is flirting here?This huge psychological gap made Sasuke's already sensitive heart even more twisted."Er Zhu Zi, watch your attitude."Naruto stepped aside and casually slapped Kakashi on the butt."Carry the teacher steadily. If his brain gets damaged, who will teach you high-level Ninjutsu in the future?"Sasuke slipped, nearly taking Kakashi down with him in a deep bow to Tsunami.After entering the house.Like unloading cargo, Sasuke threw Kakashidirectly onto the tatami in the living room.Thud.Kakashi's head hit the floor with a crisp sound.The unconscious Kakashi frowned, seemingly feeling the pain, but did not wake up."Oh my, be gentle, be gentle."Naruto walked over, looking at Sasuke with a reproachful face."Although he is a lazy Jonin, he is still Konoha's property; if you break him, you'll have to pay for it."Naruto took a white quilt out of the cupboard next to them.He gently covered Kakashi with it.From his feet to his chest.Then he pulled it up further.Directly covering Kakashi's face."Rest in peace, Kakashi-sensei."Naruto pressed his palms together and bowed to the human-shaped lump."On this day next year, I will remember to burn you two copies of the latest 'icha icha paradise'."Sakura screamed in fright, rushing over to rip the quilt off Kakashi's face."Naruto! Are you trying to suffocate the teacher?!""Tch, boring."Naruto curled his lip and turned towards the kitchen.Tsunami was busy preparing tea and snacks there.That silhouette—slender waist, full hips.Even while doing chores, she exuded a comforting charm.Naruto leaned against the doorframe, appreciating the scene."Big Sister, do you need any help?"Tsunami turned her head, wiping her hands in a flustered manner."No, no, you are a guest; how could I let you do the work.""It's okay, I'm actually very good at cooking."Naruto walked into the kitchen, picked up a tomato, and tossed it in his hand."Besides, while watching a beautiful woman cook is an enjoyment, if we can do it together, that would be happiness."Tsunami's face turned even redder.Was this boy's mouth smeared with honey?Why does every sentence make one's heart race?In the living room.Sasuke slumped on the floor, panting heavily.He looked at that chatting silhouette in the kitchen, his fist unconsciously slamming against the floor.Why?We were clearly on the same mission.When we were facing Zabuza earlier, everyone was fighting for their lives.Why can this guy be so relaxed?If I can't compare in strength, fine.But now, even in social situations like this, I feel like a superfluous background prop.Tsunami walked out with a tea tray, first giving Naruto the largest piece of pastry."This is a special red bean cake, give it a try."That gentle tone was just like how she would treat her own younger brother.When it was Sasuke and Sakura's turn, she just smiled politely."Please enjoy your tea."Differential treatment.Naked differential treatment.Sasuke picked up the teacup and gulped it down fiercely.Hot.His tongue was going numb from the heat.But he forced himself to swallow it, trying to use this pain to suppress the irritation in his heart.Night fell.The night in the Land of Waves was very humid, and the salty sea breeze crept in through the cracks in the window."Um..."Tsunami looked at everyone, feeling a bit troubled."There aren't many rooms in the house. Apart from my room and my father's room, there is only one guest room left.""It was originally prepared for you all, but there is only one bed."Sakura immediately raised her hand."Um! Kakashi-sensei is a patient, he should sleep on the bed!""No."Naruto flatly rejected it.He pointed at the still-unconscious Kakashi."He's passed out like that; what's the difference between sleeping on the floor and the bed? He doesn't have any sensation anyway.""Besides, I am the core combat power."Naruto pointed at his own nose, righteous and confident."Today, fighting Zabuza, I put in the most effort. If I don't rest well, and more enemies attack tomorrow, who will protect you?""Rely on Er Zhu Zi, this soft-legged shrimp? Or rely on you, this cheerleader who only knows how to scream?"Sasuke was about to retort, but realized he didn't even have the strength to stand up.His legs were still shaking.He was indeed a soft-legged shrimp.Damn it!"Then... then what should we do?" Sakura asked weakly."Very simple."Naruto snapped his fingers."I'll sleep on the bed. You three sleep on the floor.""What?!"Sakura's eyes widened."Me and Sasuke-kun... and the teacher... sleeping on the floor of the same room?!"Although being able to sleep in the same room as Sasuke made her a little excited, this was too crowded!"What? You don't want to?"Naruto walked up to Sakura, looking down at her.His gaze swept unceremoniously over Sakura's flat chest."Don't worry, big forehead.""Even if you lay here naked, no one would be interested in you.""After all, everyone is a normal man; who would feel an impulse towards a washboard?"Sakura's face instantly turned the color of pig liver."You... you..."She wanted to hit someone.But she couldn't win.She wanted to curse.But she couldn't win that either.Tears welled up in her eyes, and she felt aggrieved to death."As for Er Zhu Zi."Naruto turned his head to look at Sasuke."Sleeping on the floor is good for you.""This is called grounding yourself.""Feel the pulse of the earth, listen to the breath of the soil. This is the highest realm of practicing Earth Release.""Do you want to become stronger? Do you want revenge? Then start by sleeping on the floor."Sasuke was stunned for a moment.Although it sounded like nonsense.But looking at Naruto's confident appearance, he actually felt a waver in his heart.Could it really be like this?Do strong people train by sleeping on the floor