Naruto: I don't want to work hard anymore

Chapter 51 Mabui

"Look, it's Naruto-sama!"

"That blond boy? He's very cute..."

"It is said that he is a Jinchūriki like Killer Bee-sama, and is also recognized as a brother by Raikage-sama."

"Rumor has it that he is the son of the Fourth Hokage. However, in order to control the Jinchūriki, the Konoha high-ranking officials concealed his identity, causing him to be alienated and isolated by the entire village."

"Those hypocritical guys in Konoha...are not surprising."

"Speaking of which, it was the same with Kirabi-sama, right? But it is even more difficult to forgive the hero's son. Now that I think about it, I still feel sorry for Bi-sama."

"So this kind of thing must never happen again!"

"That's right!"

In Kumogakure, Naruto was walking on the street, with two beautiful female guards following closely behind him, and he was in a very good mood.

He had just learned from Mabui that Sarutobi Hiruzen had resigned and that Jiraiya was currently serving as the acting Hokage of Konoha.

So after being in a bad mood for many days, he finally cheered up and decided to go out for a walk.

But now, on the same streets of the Ninja Village, with the same pedestrians whispering, people's looks and attitudes are completely different.

"Naruto-sama! Over here, over here!"

Behind a roadside stall, a chubby, white-skinned old lady waved and smiled. Naruto stretched his head and moved closer like a curious cat.

"Take advantage of Kumogakure's specialty takoyaki!"

"For me?"

"Of course!"

The aunt's big hand like a palm leaf fan grabbed Naruto's little arm, pulled him over like a chick, and stuffed the box of takoyaki into his arms.

"Thank you."

Looking at the takoyaki in his arms, Naruto nodded woodenly.

"Oh, you're so polite."

The old lady held her face in her hands and looked at him lovingly: "Thanks to your Wood Release, the environment in the village has become much better now. It looks much more pleasing to the eye than before when it was bare!"

"Hey! Try our teppanyaki too!"

Seeing this, the dark-skinned burly man next door, who was as strong as an iron tower, pulled Naruto over as if he was passing a relay.

“Try mine, too!”

"Here it is! Here it is!"

"Hey! Stop pushing, asshole!"

The surrounding vendors immediately rushed over and surrounded Naruto.

"Wait! Who? Who's touching my butt!"

Before Mabui could stop him, Naruto's young figure was submerged in the crowd, and he had to work very hard to squeeze out of the crowd.

Ma Buyi watched this scene with a smile: "Your Excellency is really welcome."

“They are just too enthusiastic.”

Naruto smiled and shared the snacks in his arms between the two of them: "Let's eat together."

"Thank you, sir."

Mabui took a portion of Taiyaki and took a small bite.

The blonde woman who was also Naruto's bodyguard took the snack and looked at Mabui hesitantly, "It's not cool to eat on the street while you're protecting someone."

"Don't be so nervous, Samui."

Ma Buyi didn't care about it. She was very clear about her position. Although she was called a bodyguard, she was actually no different from a nanny. In the future, her job would basically be as a secretary or assistant.

"Even if we do encounter any danger, it would be great if we can stay away from the adults."

Compared to the professionalism and seriousness during the Fourth World War, Mabui is only sixteen or seventeen years old now.

Once she stops working as the Raikage's secretary, she is essentially still a lively and happy young girl.

"I don't agree with that. Ninjas who work hard are the coolest."

Samui said seriously, "Besides, Lord Naruto is still young. Even if he can master the power of the Nine-Tails, he will definitely lack combat experience."

"You're still as serious as ever."

Mabui smiled awkwardly and turned to look at Naruto: "Don't worry about it, sir, this is just Samui's personality..." "Huh?"

Naruto turned his head, his mouth covered with takoyaki sauce.

"..."

Mabui was silent for two seconds, smiled, took out a handkerchief and wiped Naruto's mouth.

He is such a smart and gentle boy, completely different from the guys in the village.

"My Lord, is there anywhere you want to go later?"

Mabui wiped Naruto's mouth and said, "Lord Raikage has approved a budget of 5 million ryo as your living expenses this year."

"Five million taels?"

Naruto was stunned, and calculated that one seventh of Asuma...

Judging from the price and purchasing power, it is roughly equivalent to more than 2 million RMB.

“I’m really willing to spend money…”

"Compared to your own worth, this little money is nothing."

Mabui said gently: "Although the purpose is somewhat utilitarian, Lord Raikage really regards you as a family member. At the same time, he also hopes that you can truly identify with Kumogakure and regard this place as your home."

Naruto grinned, "Is it really okay to be so honest?"

"Because I can't hide it from you."

Ma Buyi put away his handkerchief and said, "Some things are honest if you say them out loud, but ugly if you keep your mouth shut. Especially for someone like you, the most important thing is not the conditions, but the attitude."

"On this point, Konoha is a lesson for us."

"Um…"

Naruto looked at her in surprise, "If the guys in Konoha were half as smart as you, I wouldn't have been poached by you guys from Kumogakure."

Even if he has a rather indifferent temperament and doesn't care about anything, humans are, after all, social animals and intelligent creatures with emotions.

As long as you have emotions, you will inevitably be involved with others.

This is also the reason why he refused to contact the people of Konoha and only established relationships with the three little ones, Ino, Deer, and Chou.

Otherwise, if he really develops some so-called bond with some people in Konoha, will he leave or not?

If Sarutobi Hiruzen had revealed his identity when Naruto first went out, Naruto might not have been able to leave Konoha without shame.

But since you didn't announce it, that's another matter.

It's just like parents who abandoned their child, and then come to them with flattering faces after learning that their child has made a lot of money.

In comparison, Yunyin’s approach is impeccable: Boss, please guide me and transfer the money online!
Simple, crude, but effective!
Even a lazy person like him couldn't resist the enthusiasm of the good brother...

"You flatter me."

Mabui smiled brightly.

Seeing that bright smile, Naruto's already good mood immediately became even better.

"Mabui."

"Ok?"

"If you can, please call me by my name from now on."

Naruto smiled gently: "I am not sure what you think of Kumogakure for now, but since you have chosen to be honest, can this recognition start with each other?"

"Eh…"

Ma Buyi was slightly stunned, followed by a feeling of flattered panic.

Seeing Naruto's clean and sunny smile, Mabui's heart beat violently twice, and a faint blush appeared on her dark cheeks.

I was... attracted to this kid for a moment?
No, no, this is just gratitude for being recognized...

Ma Buyi quickly adjusted his state: "If that's the case, then I'm honored, so much~"

Naruto turned to look at Samui: "Samui is the same."

Hearing Naruto's voice, Samui, who had been pretending to look around with a cold expression, turned around.

"Ah."

The voice sounded a little cold, but Naruto noticed that the corners of her mouth seemed to be twitching slightly...

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