72: Chapter 72 Jiraiya, the AbandonerInside the Hokage Building, advisors Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane stared at the mountain of documents piled up on the table, awaiting the Hokage's approval, their faces as black as the bottom of a pot.
"Where's the Fifth Hokage?He didn't come again today?"
Xiaochun, who was switching dorm rooms, jabbed her cane, "How many days has it been?The files are practically piled up to the ceiling!"
An ANBU ninja, bracing himself for a moment, reported: "Reporting to the advisor, the Fifth Hokage.he said he's going to the forest outside the village to conduct.a 'field security survey'."
"fart!"
"Nonsense!Utter nonsense!"
Xiaochun, who was turning over in the dorm, was trembling with anger."He used to be unreliable, but at least he spent most of his time in the office!Now, he's nowhere to be seen for days on end!What kind of behavior is this!"
Another ANBU ninja whispered, "In my recent reports, I've noticed that the Fifth Hokage.has a rosy complexion, is full of energy, and walks with a brisk pace.He seems.seems to have become more than ten years younger."
The two advisors felt tightness in their chests and shortness of breath, and didn't know what to do.They couldn't very well go and kidnap the Hokage when he was in love, could they?
Meanwhile, somewhere in the back mountains of Konoha, by a scenic stream.
Jiraiya lay on the grass, his head comfortably resting on the red beans.
Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled patterns on my forehead.
Hongdou wore a sporty outfit today, looking less feisty and more gentle.
She looked down at Jiraiya's face, which was filled with contentment and satisfaction, and a smile unconsciously appeared on her lips as she ran her fingers through his hair.
"Hey, old man, you're skipping work every day, aren't those two old guys going to go crazy?" Hongdou asked with concern.
Jiraiya squinted and snorted, "Let them be angry!I've toiled for Konoha for most of my life, can't I enjoy myself?"
He rolled over, took a deep breath, and exclaimed with delight, "Ah.this is life."
Hongdou blushed and gently slapped the back of his head: "You old rascal!Get up, I brought you lunch."
"Hehe, Red Bean, you're so nice."
Jiraiya quickly sat up and watched as Anko opened the food box.Inside were dishes that, while still plain in appearance, were clearly made with care.He was overjoyed.
Upon closer inspection, Hongdou's complexion was also much better than before.
The gloom between her brows had vanished, her skin was fair with a rosy glow, her eyes were bright, and she looked like a flower after a light rain, delicate and beautiful.
Even the Konoha ninjas who occasionally passed by and saw them would privately discuss, "Anko-senpai has become so beautiful lately."
In the Land of Waves, Temari has almost become a regular guest of the Apocalypse.
She used the excuse of "deepening the cooperation between Sunagakure and the Chamber of Commerce" to get close to Naruto every day.
Today she changed into a cool summer outfit in the style of a sandy landscape, a short top paired with a flowing tulle skirt.
He followed Naruto without any hesitation, inspecting the port, visiting the workshops, and even participating in some internal meetings.
"Naruto, look at this mineral sample that was recently transported from the Land of Rice Fields.The quality seems to be even better than expected."
Temari, holding a piece of ore, naturally moved closer to Naruto, her breath sweet as orchids.
"Yes, that's good.We can let the artisan workshop handle this batch first."
Naruto stared intently at the documents, the faint floral scent lingering around his nose and the warmth emanating from Temari.
At lunchtime, Temari sat down next to Naruto and occasionally used serving chopsticks to put food on his plate, saying, "This fish is very fresh, you should try it."
"This soup has been simmering for a long time, so it's good for your health."
Sakura and Ino, sitting opposite Temari, were so angry at their sickeningly sweet intimacy that they almost ate their utensils.
Evening, the logistics department's warehouse area.
Ah Fei was meticulously cleaning the dust off the weapon rack with a feather duster, humming a nonsensical tune as he played the role of a happy little handyman.
Naruto walked in with his hands in his pockets, looking nonchalant.
"President!" Afei immediately put down the feather duster, stood up straight, and spoke with a tone full of "reverence".
Naruto didn't say anything, but slowly strolled to the weapon rack, picked up a kunai that he had just wiped clean, and twirled it nimbly between his fingers.
"Ah Fei,"
Naruto spoke up, "How's work been lately?Are you tired?"
"Not tired at all!"
Ah Fei quickly waved his hand, "It's an honor for Ah Fei to serve the president!I'm full of energy every day!"
"Oh?" Naruto stopped spinning his kunai, looking at Tobi's comical mask with a half-smile."It's good that you're full of energy."
"but..."
He paused, picked up the kunai, and examined its sharp tip carefully in the light.
"I'm a pretty straightforward person.I like capable employees and I'm willing to give them opportunities."
Naruto said softly, "But, there's a certain type of person I particularly dislike."
Afei's heart skipped a beat, his muscles tensed beneath the mask, and his voice was filled with confusion: "What kind of people does the president dislike?Afei will definitely take this to heart!"
Naruto put down his kunai, slowly turned around, and looked directly at Tobi with a gentle smile on his face.
"I hate.people who betray their own people."
Those five simple words exploded in Obito's ears like a thunderclap!
He felt his heart skip a beat, and the binding force of the contract deep within his soul seemed to tighten instantly!
He forcibly suppressed his chaotic thoughts and kept his voice steady: "Chairman.you are joking.Afei is loyal to the Chamber of Commerce, and heaven and earth can bear witness!"
"Really?That's perfect!I have high hopes for you."
Naruto's smile remained unchanged as he took a step forward, approaching Tobi.
He almost couldn't resist unleashing his divine power and attacking directly.
But he restrained himself, knowing that if things fell apart, all his previous efforts would be in vain.
Naruto sensed that the atmosphere had reached a breaking point; if things continued to escalate, it would truly come to blows.
He then gently patted Afei's shoulder, reverting to his lazy demeanor as if nothing had happened.I have lived.
"Work hard, and the business will not treat loyal and outstanding employees unfairly."
He gave Afei a meaningful look, then turned and slowly left the warehouse.
Only after Naruto's figure had completely disappeared did Obito's peripheral vision slowly shift away from the doorway, his eyes filled with a deep, almost impenetrable gloom.
Naruto Uzumaki.he's warning me!
Naruto walked out of the warehouse and stretched happily.
I guess that guy will behave himself for a while.
He looked up at the sky and thought, "Hmm, it's time to go find Tsunade and discuss my superhuman strength training in more depth."
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