Nara Shikamaru said helplessly, "Yes. I told you that last time when you choked on a bun after eating it one after another."

"Oh, oh~" Choji Akimichi suddenly realized.

Nara Shikamaru: "You remember now?"

Choji Akimichi: "I remembered those steamed buns, they were delicious, I'll go buy some more later."

"..."

Ignoring his friend, Nara Shikamaru waved.

"that…"

"Naruto, my name is Naruto." Naruto Uzumaki, being very perceptive, came closer.

Nara Shikamaru: "Very good, welcome, Naruto."

Let's play a game together.

Naruto Uzumaki nodded repeatedly: "Okay, okay."

Nara Shikamaru: "Okay, I'll count to twenty, and you and Kiba will find me and Choji. Choji, don't hide in the restaurant, because of you, we lost too quickly last time."

Choji Akimichi nodded repeatedly: "Yes, yes, this time for sure."

One minute later.

The little ones played games excitedly. Nara Shikamaru hid behind a tree, making sure his friends couldn't find him for a while, then lay down comfortably, resting his head on his hands and looking at the sky.

A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, and the scattered sunlight filtering through the leaves became softer.

He quietly enjoyed this rare moment.

Until a certain moment, the footsteps grew closer and closer.

'Found so quickly?'

'That shouldn't be the case?'

As the thought crossed his mind, Nara Shikamaru lazily turned his head to the side. At the same time, the dappled light and shadow on his face were blocked by a tall figure.

Nara Shikamaru's eyes widened.

"Shh~" A tall figure approached, a man of extreme handsomeness, gesturing for him to be quiet.

Nara Shikamaru's pupils twitched, and he struggled to keep his breathing steady.

"Don't be afraid," the man said. "Don't worry, they won't find you as long as I'm standing here."

Nara Shikamaru forced a dry laugh: "Heh~"

His smile looked somewhat unnatural.

It's not because he doesn't believe what the other person says; he believes it, he believes it very much.

Because he recognized the other person.

The Divine Moon Nebula.

That legendary man, the 'handsome and powerful non-human genius prodigy' that his father, Nara Shikaku, described.

His gaze fell on Shenyue Xingyun, and he sized her up.

Sure enough, her appearance perfectly matched the rumors.

His gaze caught Shenyue Xingyun's attention, and the latter lowered her head: "You know me?"

Nara Shikamaru hesitated for a moment, then nodded.

know.

Or rather, among all the children his age in Konoha, he was the only one who knew the meaning behind the name Shingetsu Seiun. So when the latter stood beside him, he found it difficult to remain calm.

Shingetsu Seiun reached out and handed a bag of potato chips to Nara Shikamaru.

"Hey, if you don't say anything, this is for you."

Nara Shikamaru thought for a moment and then accepted it.

I tore open the packaging and began to savor each piece.

He wasn't a big fan of snacks, but now he suddenly realized that there was a reason why Choji Akimichi liked snacks; at least when he was eating, he wasn't as prone to overthinking.

Little did he know, the gifts of fate always came with a price tag—like a bag of potato chips…

Shenyue Xingyun stood in the shade of the tree and observed.

Kushina Uzumaki was also observing through the sky above the small world.

Watching little Naruto Uzumaki run, jump, and play with a group of children his age, the sadness and grief in her heart finally lessened considerably, and her eyes were filled with affection and longing.

Time passed by, and Kushina Uzumaki was engrossed in watching, while Seiun Kamitsuki also enjoyed the quiet time.

Finally, Naruto Uzumaki, Choji Akimichi, and the others arrived.

It wasn't because they discovered it, but because after everyone was found, they joined forces for a thorough search.

Choji Akimichi was the first to spot Shikamaru Nara: "Shikamaru! You're eating potato chips by yourself!"

Nara Shikamaru sighed and handed over the potato chips in his hand: "I left some for you."

Choji Akimichi happily accepted it. At that moment, Naruto Uzumaki also discovered the Shingetsu Nebula.

His eyes lit up: "It's you!"

Nara Shikamaru glanced at Uzumaki Naruto: "You know him too?"

Naruto Uzumaki nodded: "Mhm."

"He's a mean...handsome older man who always pinches my cheeks!"

Shingetsu Seiun smiled: "Naruto, it's been a long time."

"Long time no see, handsome uncle," Naruto Uzumaki greeted him.

"Handsome uncle, I've made some new friends! Let me introduce you: Shikamaru, Choji, Kiba..."

Shingetsu Seiun listened patiently to Naruto Uzumaki's introduction.

"They don't say I'm a fox spirit."

"He's a very good person..."

Within the small world, as Kushina Uzumaki 'watched' Naruto Uzumaki say these words, she gradually realized something was amiss.

"nebula."

What's the deal with the 'demon fox' Naruto mentioned?

Shen Yue Xingyun was completely absorbed in his thoughts, and his voice echoed within his small world.

"Hiruzen Sarutobi's foolish strategy before."

"Don't worry, I already spoke to him amicably some time ago."

"No one will mention the fox spirit again."

Before long, it was time for the little ones to go home for dinner. One by one, they dispersed, and before leaving, Nara Shikamaru sensibly said goodbye.

Goodbye, Uncle Nebula.

Shenyue Xingyun: "Well, goodbye, and say hello to your father with me."

Nara Shikamaru replied earnestly, "I will."

After the crowd dispersed, Naruto Uzumaki watched their departing figures, his gaze quickly turning downcast.

When he turned around, he was full of energy again.

"Handsome uncle!"

"Let me treat you to Ichiraku Ramen!"

Shingetsu Nebula: "Really?"

"I have a very big appetite."

Naruto squeezed the little toad in his pocket and said firmly, "Don't worry!"

"All expenses will be paid by me!"

Fifteen minutes later.

At Ichiraku Ramen, Naruto Uzumaki started sweating as Shinzuki Seiun began eating his fourth bowl of pork tonkotsu ramen.

"Naruto, what's wrong? Are you hot?"

"Uh...it's really hot," Naruto Uzumaki replied awkwardly. "Handsome uncle, wait for me a minute, I'm going out for some fresh air."

Shingetsu Nebula: "Really?"

Naruto hesitated for a moment, then sighed and said, "I...I didn't bring enough money. I'll go back and get some."

Chapter 466 Kushina Uzumaki: I'm not leaving.

Of course, Shingetsu Seiun wouldn't let Naruto Uzumaki go back to get the money.

"This meal is on me."

"But... I promised it was my treat." Naruto scratched his head sheepishly.

Shingetsu Seiun laughed: "What kind of child treats an adult? When you become a ninja and make a lot of money, then you can treat this old man to ramen."

"Alright, eat up, the noodles should be eaten while they're hot."

Hearing what Shingetsu Seiun said, Naruto Uzumaki stopped worrying and focused on dealing with the ramen.

A large bowl of ramen was quite a portion for him now, and he didn't eat it quickly. Shen Yue Xingyun finished her ramen and then quietly watched him.

Not far away, a little girl wearing a white chef's hat stared blankly at Shingetsu Nebula until someone patted her on the shoulder.

"Serve the other customers ramen!"

"Oh, oh~" The little girl snapped out of her daze, hurriedly served the other customers' ramen to the table, and then stood there staring blankly at Shingetsu Seiun again. Unfortunately, in the blink of an eye, Shingetsu Seiun had already left with Uzumaki Naruto.

On the street, Shingetsu Seiun and Uzumaki Naruto walked together.

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