Naruto: I Sell Jars in Konoha Village.

Chapter 154 Naruto and Orochimaru's Cooperation, Hiashi Hyuga's Joy, and His Ambition for

Chapter 154 Naruto and Orochimaru's Cooperation, Hiashi Hyuga's Joy, and His Ambition for Hokage

"Um."

Hearing Lin Mo's words, Tsunade nodded: "If nothing unexpected happens, this child will become my disciple."

As she spoke, Tsunade glanced at Hyuga Hanabi with a smile.

She also noticed that the little guy seemed to get along well with Lin Mo.

"Congratulations."

Lin Mo glanced at Tsunade, then at Hyuga Hanabi.

And at this very moment.

the other side.

Hinata Hyuga walked through the courtyard with a happy expression.

"Huh? Isn't this the young lady? What brings you back?"

"Isn't today the young lady's Chunin Exams?"

"I remember the survival trial was after the competition, lasting five days. Did the young lady return this afternoon?"

The Hyuga clan members along the way stared wide-eyed at Hinata Hyuga's return, their expressions as if they had seen a ghost.

What's going on?

Why did the young lady come back on the day of the Chunin Exams?

The group of people were stunned.

"Could it be that the young lady was eliminated?"

Someone hesitated for a moment, and was immediately mocked: "Do you think that's possible? The young lady's teacher is Kurenai Yuhi, a Jonin. How could she possibly be eliminated?"

"If you ask me, Hinata should have a good chance of passing the test."

"That's too fast. I remember the second trial of the Chunin Exams started at noon and lasted for five days. The fastest record was only four hours, right?"

"Who knows? Why don't you go ask them?"

While the Hyuga clan members were whispering amongst themselves, Hinata paid no attention and, suppressing her excitement, quickly walked toward Hiashi Hyuga's study.

At this moment, all she could think about was that Lady Tsunade actually intended to take her younger sister, Hyuga Hanabi, as her disciple.

It surprised her and made her proud of the fireworks.

Soon, Hinata Hyuga arrived at the door of Hiashi Hyuga's study.

The door wasn't closed, so Hinata Hyuga immediately saw Hiashi Hyuga sitting inside.

At this moment, Hiashi Hyuga seemed to be thinking about something, but the next second, he slightly raised his head.

When Hinata returned, Hiashi Hyuga paused and said softly, "You passed the second test?"

Based on his understanding of Hinata, Hinata's strength should be enough to sweep through the other examinees.

So he didn't think Hinata would be eliminated, but was wondering if this time he would break Konoha's Chunin Exam record.

It appears to have been updated.

"Um."

Hinata nodded: "I came back to tell you something."

Although he had returned to the Hyuga clan, he did not come to find Hyuga Hiashi. Instead, he inquired about Hyuga Hanabi and rushed back to the jar shop as soon as possible.

"What is it?"

Hiashi Hyuga looked over with great interest.

For Hinata to come back and say this to him, it must be no small matter.

And it's something to be happy about.

After all, Hinata didn't show any worry or anything; on the contrary, she was happy.

Therefore, Hiashi Hyuga was very curious.

Hinata Hyuga then recounted her visit to the jar shop.

"Father, after I finished my exams, I went to find Hanabi, and I saw Lady Tsunade at the shopkeeper's place, where she was teaching Hanabi."

Hinata Hyuga said softly, "I heard some news from Hanabi and Lady Tsunade. Lady Tsunade plans to take Hanabi as her disciple and teach her taijutsu training. She's already teaching her at the training ground over there."

"What?!"

Upon hearing Hinata Hyuga's words, Hiashi Hyuga's pupils constricted sharply.

Tsunade is back?

Isn't this person always outside Konoha Village?

Why are you back?

And he even taught his daughter, Hanabi?

For a moment, Hiashi Hyuga's previously calm face turned astonished, and he almost dropped the teacup in his hand, somewhat unable to believe what he was saying.

Neither of these news items seems to be simple.

"Yes, Father."

Seeing Hiashi Hyuga's emotion, Hinata Hyuga whispered, "When I arrived, Lady Tsunade was already instructing Hanabi."

"Furthermore, Lady Tsunade wants to take Hanabi as her disciple. She told me that she would talk to you about it, and if you agree, Hanabi will be her disciple."

"very good!"

Upon hearing this, Hiashi Hyuga instantly revealed an expression of ecstatic joy.

As the head of the Hyuga clan, he was well aware of Tsunade's status in the ninja world and her absolute authority in taijutsu and medical ninjutsu.

Being personally accepted as a disciple by Tsunade was an unparalleled opportunity for Hanabi.

Hiashi Hyuga truly never expected that Tsunade would return to Konoha and even take Hanabi as her disciple.

They're already teaching it.

In this way, Hanabi also has a larger background, no longer just the Hyuga clan.

It's incredible that fireworks have such an opportunity!

At that moment, Hiashi laughed heartily, "In this way, Hanabi's ability to gain Lady Tsunade's favor is not only an achievement for Hanabi herself, but also an honor for the entire Hyuga clan."

Tsunade hasn't been back to the village in ages.

Once Hanabi becomes Tsunade's disciple, he won't need to worry about Hiruzen Sarutobi's actions anymore.

It's not really possible for Hiruzen Sarutobi to personally go and confront Tsunade.

Even if you approached her, Tsunade would never agree.

After all, Tsunade hasn't been back for a long time.

It's fair to say that Tsunade and Hiruzen Sarutobi are not on the same wavelength.

Like Tsunade, he loved Konoha Village, nothing else.

Thinking of this, Hiashi Hyuga narrowed his eyes and looked at Hinata, saying, "This is a great event for our clan! Since Lady Tsunade intends to nurture Hanabi, we must give her our full support! Tonight, I must host a banquet for Lady Tsunade to express my gratitude and discuss the future training plan in detail."

"I'll have to trouble you to make a trip and tell Lady Tsunade to come to my Hyuga residence tonight."

"I will personally inform them to prepare a grand banquet tonight and invite Lady Tsunade to dine with us!"

"I want to personally discuss with her in detail how to cultivate Hanabi and push the Hyuga clan's taijutsu to even greater heights!"

"Also, if possible, invite the shop owner over as well, although I think it's unlikely, but we should still ask them."

"yes!"

Hinata nodded upon hearing Hiashi Hyuga's words.

They then left and continued on to the jar shop.

Hiashi Hyuga immediately relayed the news.

In an instant, the entire Hyuga family mansion became lively following this decision.

Upon hearing the news, the members of the Hyuga clan all showed expressions of surprise and excitement, and the entire mansion was enveloped in a festive atmosphere.

"With a good relationship with the shop owner, the backing of Tsunade, and the support of my Hyuga clan, that old bastard Danzo should stop keeping an eye on things."

"This kind of thing is bound to affect that old geezer, the regimental commander, before the middle school entrance exam is over."

"From now on, Hanabi can stay by Tsunade's side."

"Lady Tsunade's summoning beast is quite extraordinary."

"We're destined not to become Hokage of the Hyuga clan, but at least we can maintain our status as Hokage."

Hiashi Hyuga squinted at the distant sky, a smile appearing in his eyes.

The crisis facing the Hyuga clan has been largely resolved.

At the very least, both Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura will be hesitant to act rashly in the future.

Furthermore, considering what happened after the can was opened, it seems that it's not impossible for someone from the Hyuga clan to become Hokage.

After all, the fireworks display is not very large.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, however, is already old.

The Sarutobi clan did not have any outstanding successors.

Thinking of this, Hiashi Hyuga narrowed his eyes, a sense of hope rising in his heart.

This hope seems to be realized in Hinata Hanabi.

And at this very moment.

the other side.

Naruto Uzumaki has already left the jar shop.

He also returned to the hospital room that belonged to Sasuke.

"Naruto."

Beside Sasuke's bed, Sakura Haruno looked at the unconscious Sasuke with a worried expression.

Beside them, the little dragon was fast asleep.

When Sakura noticed Naruto entering, she asked curiously, "Where did you go?"

After leaving the tower, Sasuke was handed over to Iruka-sensei and quickly taken to the hospital.

Then Kakashi arrived and, together with the medical ninjas, treated Sasuke, who then drifted off to sleep.

Naruto Uzumaki ran away as soon as he left the tower, not even bothering with Charmander.

"Huh? Where's Kakashi-sensei?"

Naruto, who had returned, looked around but didn't see Kakashi, and immediately became curious.

"Kakashi-sensei left after helping Sasuke."

Sakura Haruno said softly, "It seems like they're busy with exam-related matters, but I don't know the specifics."

"Oh, I see."

Naruto Uzumaki understood, and then said, "Come on, help Sasuke up."

"what?"

Upon hearing Naruto's words, Sakura Haruno was stunned: "Help me up? For what?"

Sasuke just fell asleep not long ago.

"I have a vibrant apple. If Sasuke eats it, he will regain his strength."

As Naruto spoke, he took out an apple he had recently obtained.

Looking at the bright red, plump apple in Naruto's hand, Sakura Haruno asked in confusion, "When did apples start having this effect?"

"Trust me, Sakura!"

Naruto grinned, revealing a few white teeth, and said proudly, "This is an apple full of vitality! As long as Sasuke eats it, he'll instantly regain his strength and become full of energy!"

As he spoke, Naruto Uzumaki proudly shook the apple in his hand, as if showing off some treasure.

Sakura Haruno: "."

Sakura Haruno fell silent upon hearing Naruto's words.

If she hadn't seen Naruto's moves before, she would have punched him.

Why is Apple so amazing?

However, seeing Naruto's expression, Sakura Haruno hesitated for a moment, then chose to believe Naruto with some skepticism.

In her team of Sasuke and Naruto, listening to Naruto seems to be the right thing to do.

With that thought in mind, Sakura Haruno carefully helped the unconscious Sasuke up and gently leaned him against the headboard.

"But even if Sasuke is unconscious, he probably can't eat this one apple."

The next second, Sakura Haruno looked hesitantly at the mouthpiece in Naruto's hand.

Sasuke is unconscious, how can we eat this?

"Just force it in!"

Naruto squinted, broke the apple in his hand without hesitation, and stuffed it into Sasuke's mouth.

Sasuke instinctively opened his mouth, and the apple slid into it.

"Snap!"

While unconscious, Sasuke subconsciously took a bite of the apple. The sweet juice instantly filled his mouth, and the refreshing sensation made him open his eyes and slightly awaken from his coma.

"this."

Sasuke opened his eyes, about to say something, but then took another bite of the apple.

One bite and it felt like all the fatigue in my body was instantly swept away.

Upon waking, Sasuke felt a warm energy spreading from his throat to his limbs, and the previous weakness vanished without a trace.

His body became light and strong, his hands began to regain strength, and his muscles seemed to be full of vitality again.

The heavy feeling completely left him, as if he had never experienced a fierce battle.

"What's going on!?"

Sasuke, completely focused on his senses, stared in astonishment.

How can this apple have such an effect?

Looking at Sakura Haruno and Naruto Uzumaki next to him, Sasuke Uchiha was confused.

Did Naruto bring this apple?

He was so exhausted that he didn't even have the strength to stand up, but now he felt that he had plenty of energy and was much more energetic.

Even the curse mark on my neck no longer hurts.

"Come on, finish eating."

Naruto continued gesturing for Sasuke to eat the apple, a smug look on his face: "I told you, this is a vibrant apple! How about it, Sasuke, do you feel alive again?"

The effect of this apple made Naruto Uzumaki's eyes widen in astonishment.

But seeing Sakura's shock beside him, Naruto tried his best to calm himself down.

Upon hearing Naruto's words, Sasuke's lips twitched slightly, and he continued to gnaw on the food.

He quickly finished the apple.

After eating, he felt better than ever before.

The apple Naruto gave him had an amazing effect.

Subconsciously, Uchiha Sasuke stood up and moved his limbs slightly.

He found that he had not only regained his strength, but also felt a surge of power throughout his body.

"Naruto, this apple... you're amazing."

Sasuke spoke in a low voice, his face still maintaining its usual indifference, but a complex emotion flickered in his eyes.

This apple, which can restore his strength, is definitely not an ordinary apple.

I had never heard of such a thing before.

But Naruto Uzumaki was able to produce it, which forced him to re-evaluate Naruto Uzumaki.

"Right?"

Hearing Sasuke's words, Naruto Uzumaki looked smug.

This is something she found after opening the jar.

Although it's quite good, it's still worth it since it helped Sasuke recover.

But the next second, Naruto Uzumaki looked curiously at the cursed seal on Sasuke Uchiha's neck and asked, "Sasuke, can you still feel pain from this cursed seal?"

"I feel that as long as I don't use force, I won't be stimulated."

Uchiha frowned slightly, subconsciously touching the cursed seal on his neck, and whispered, "I feel like this thing is good for me."

"Indeed, the cursed seal is beneficial to you. After all, the fact that you survived already puts you ahead of most others."

As soon as Sasuke finished speaking, a light laugh rang out, instantly causing Sakura Haruno, Sasuke Uchiha, and Naruto Uzumaki to change their expressions drastically.

Isn't that Orochimaru's voice?

The door opened, and Orochimaru strolled in leisurely.

Upon seeing Sasuke already standing up, he exclaimed in amazement, "Incredible! As expected of a descendant of the Uchiha clan, you've recovered so quickly, and quite well at that. Your physique is much stronger than Itachi's."

As soon as I arrived, I saw Uchiha Sasuke touching the cursed seal and talking.

"You know Itachi!"

Upon hearing this, Sasuke Uchiha's expression changed drastically, and he glared angrily at Orochimaru.

"What... what do you want to do?"

Sakura Haruno, on the other hand, looked at Orochimaru with a tense expression.

Why would this dangerous guy be here?

"Don't be nervous, I'm here for you, Naruto."

Orochimaru looked at Naruto Uzumaki and slowly said, "To be precise, it's about that rice ball in your hand."

Naruto Uzumaki: "????"

Hearing this, Naruto Uzumaki looked at him strangely: "If you like rice balls, just go to a restaurant."

"Naruto, you know what I want."

Orochimaru narrowed his eyes: "I believe you still have that rice ball. Give it to me, and I might let you go."

"Who do you think you are? You think you can just hand it over to me?"

Hearing this, Naruto Uzumaki sneered, "I just won't give it to you, what can you do about it?"

What a joke.

That's Momotaro rice ball. The guy who beat him up came over and asked him to hand it over, and he handed it over.

That would be so embarrassing for him.

"Heh, if you don't want anything to happen to your companion."

Hearing Naruto's words, Orochimaru wasn't surprised at all, and instead chuckled, "I admit you have some tricks up your sleeve, but what about Sasuke? And this girl?"

As they were talking, Orochimaru appeared in front of Sakura Haruno in an instant, causing Sakura's expression to change drastically.

Enraged, Naruto immediately unleashed the Rasengan.

In an instant, Orochimaru changed direction and appeared beside Sasuke Uchiha, licking the cursed seal on Sasuke's neck with his long tongue: "My target has always been Sasuke. Do you think you can protect Sasuke every moment?"

"Bang!"

As Orochimaru was speaking, Sasuke Uchiha raised his hand, but Orochimaru grabbed it instantly.

"Damn it."

Hearing this, Naruto gritted his teeth: "It's not that I can't give it to you if you want, but who can guarantee you won't go back on your word?"

"I'm only interested in your rice ball; I'd like to know more about it."

Orochimaru grinned sinisterly: "You have no choice but to trust me."

"It's not impossible."

The next second, Naruto suddenly released the Rasengan in his hand and calmly looked at Orochimaru: "How about we make a deal?"

Unlike the anger he had just displayed, Naruto's expression was very calm.

"Um?"

Seeing Naruto's expression, Orochimaru narrowed his eyes: "Interesting."

Even Orochimaru couldn't have imagined that Naruto's attitude would change so quickly.

In the blink of an eye, Orochimaru casually released Sasuke, chuckled, and walked out: "Well then, let me see what kind of deal you want to make with me."

"Naruto."

Sakura Haruno looked worried upon seeing this.

Uchiha Sasuke also wanted to say something.

Naruto shook his head and said, "It has nothing to do with you. I was looking for this guy anyway. Also, please keep it a secret for me."

With that, Naruto walked out and followed Orochimaru.

(End of this chapter)