Chapter 159 - 25

Chapter 25: System, Get Serious! I'm Here to Be Hokage, Not a Foreman.Naruto stopped in his tracks.He turned around and looked at Tazuna.The sea breeze ruffled his golden hair, and his azure eyes revealed a composure and dominance that transcended his age."Monster?"Naruto laughed.He laughed with a hint of disdain."In this world, only the weak call power they cannot understand a monster.""But in my eyes."Naruto reached out and grabbed at the empty air."He is nothing more than a slightly harder stepping stone.""Perfect for sharpening my claws."Tazuna looked at the young man in front of him.In that instant, he felt as if he weren't looking at a twelve-year-old child.But a king about to rule the world.That suffocating aura made him, an old man who had lived for most of his life, want to submit."Let's go."Naruto turned and continued walking forward."Let's go take a look at your bridge.""That is the hope connecting the future of the Land of Waves.""And it is also the starting point for my conquest of this country."Naruto said the last sentence very softly.Only the sea breeze heard it.When they arrived at the bridge, the workers were busy.Everyone was surprised to see Tazuna bringing a child along."Mr. Tazuna! It's great that you're alright!""We heard Gato hired Ninjas..."The workers gathered around, talking all at once.Fear was written on everyone's face.Gato's name was like a great mountain, pressing down on these ordinary people until they couldn't breathe."Everyone, don't worry!"Tazuna straightened his back and said loudly."Konoha Ninjas have already arrived! They are extremely powerful! Even that Demon Man Zabuzawas beaten away!"The workers looked at Naruto.Their eyes were full of suspicion.This?This soft, tender little brat?Could he beat away Zabuza?Naruto ignored those questioning gazes.He walked to the edge of the bridge and looked at the turbulent seawater below.The system panel popped up.[Ding! Special check-in location detected: Unfinished Naruto Bridge.][Do you want to check in?]"Check in."Naruto thought to himself.[Check-in successful!][Reward obtained: Water Release · Water Formation Wall (Mastery Level).][Reward obtained: Chakra Control + 10.][Special item obtained: Foreman's Hard Hat (After wearing, leadership over construction workers + 50%, brick-moving speed + 100%).]The corner of Naruto's mouth twitched.What the hell is a foreman's hard hat?I'm here to be Hokage, not a foreman!However, that Water Release Ninjutsu came at just the right time.In an environment full of water like this, the power of Water Release would have a bonus....At the dinner table, the atmosphere was somewhat strange.Tsunami's cooking was truly impeccable; the table was full of seafood dishes that were visually appealing, fragrant, and delicious. The grilled fish was still sizzling with oil, and the clam soup gave off a sweet, steaming aroma.Naruto sat at the head of the table, tucking in without hesitation. He ate very quickly, but not in a messy way, accurately devouring the best pieces of fish with every bite.Sasuke sat opposite him, his hand holding the chopsticks trembling slightly. The "brick-moving special training" during the day made even picking up food a difficult task for him. He stared fiercely at Naruto's relaxed and comfortable appearance, chewing the rice in his bowl as if it were an imaginary enemy.Sakura, on the other hand, looked worriedly in the direction of the room where Kakashi was still sleeping, having no appetite to eat at all.Just then, heavy footsteps came from the entrance.A little boy wearing a fisherman's hat walked in. He looked to be about seven or eight years old, with his hands in his pockets, head down, exuding an air of gloominess that didn't match his age.Inari. Tazuna's grandson.He walked to the dining table but didn't sit down. Instead, he raised his head and swept his gaze over the headbands of Naruto and the others."They're here again."Inari's voice was very soft, but it carried thick disgust."More of these reckless guys."Tazuna put down his chopsticks, his face somewhat embarrassed."Inari, these are the Ninja big brothers and big sister from Konoha. They are here to protect us...""Protect?"Inari sneered, a mockery that didn't belong to a child."Don't joke around. In front of Gato, any Ninja, any hero, will eventually become a floating corpse in the sea.""You'll die too."Inari pointed his finger at Naruto's nose, his voice becoming sharp."What are you acting like a hero for? Get lost and go back! Don't die in the Land of Waves and dirty our sea!"Slap.Sasuke slammed his chopsticks on the table. Although he was weak right now, the pride of the Uchiha would not allow a little brat to point fingers at him.Sakura also frowned, just about to open her mouth to retort.Whoosh!A black shadow cut through the air without warning.Thud!A wooden chopstick was embedded deep into the edge of the wooden table right next to Inari's cheek. It was less than a millimeter away from his skin.If it had been slightly off, this chopstick would now be stuck in his face.Inari's voice stopped abruptly. He turned his head stiffly, looking at the chopstick that was still vibrating slightly, cold sweat instantly soaking his back.Naruto was still holding his bowl, not even glancing at Inari. He slowly swallowed the fish in his mouth and took a sip of soup."Don't buzz around while I'm eating."Naruto put down the bowl and pulled out a tissue to wipe his mouth."It ruins my appetite."Silence filled the room.Tsunami covered her mouth in fear, and Tazunadidn't even dare to breathe."You... what are you doing!" Inari came back to his senses, his fear instantly turning into hysterical anger."You almost killed me! You Ninjas are indeed all violent maniacs! You have no idea how terrifying Gato is!""Anyone who resists Gato will die! That's what happened to Dad Kesa before..."Tears streamed down Inari's cheeks. He cried heart-wrenchingly, trying to use this method to vent the fear and grievances in his heart.If it were the Naruto from before, or any other shonen manga protagonist, they would probably step forward to comfort him and then deliver a passionate speech about "I will prove it to you."But the Naruto now just found it noisy.[Ding! "Brat" throwing a tantrum scene detected.][Option A: Comfort gently, promise to defeat Gato. Reward: Saint Halo (Charisma - 50).][Option B: Ignore and leave. Reward: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle shell.][Option C: Sharp-tongued retort, teach him a lesson. Reward: Spirit Attribute + 5, Tsunami's Guilt + 30%.]Naruto stood up.The chair scraped against the floor with a harsh sound.He walked over to Inari and looked down at the brat who was crying with snot and tears all over his face."Are you done crying?"Naruto's voice was flat, without a shred of sympathy."If you're done, shut up. You look really ugly like this."Inari was stunned. He had never seen someone like this. Not angry, not comforting, just pure disdain