Chapter 18: Chapter 18: The Fourth Couple's Money
Kakashi carried out his promise, and Naruto was tied to the middle of three wooden stakes.
The bindings were secure, and then Kakashi handed bento boxes to Sakura and Sasuke.
Kakashi: "That concludes the morning's survival drama. Additionally, you two are not allowed to give anything to Naruto to eat. Otherwise, your promotion qualifications will be revoked."
With that, Kakashi left.
Naruto, tied up: "Sasuke, I think the egg in your lunch looks good. I love eating fried eggs, and it looks like it's cooked just right, seven-tenths done."
Sasuke: "..."
Sasuke silently picked up the fried egg and took a bite. The seven-tenths cooked fried egg was tender and delicious.
Naruto: "..."
Sakura: "Naruto-kun... um... do you want mine?"
Blushing slightly, Sakura picked up the fried egg from her bento box and offered it to Naruto.
Meanwhile, Kakashi didn't go far but instead lurked nearby, observing the situation.
Kakashi: "Hmm? Quite daring to ignore my warning."
Kakashi was about to intervene when he heard Naruto saying, "Um... wait, I'm about to switch."
With that, the clone bound to the wooden stake disappeared with a bang.
It was still a clone!
Kakashi's mouth twitched.
Then, Naruto rushed over to Sakura in the forest, looking like a hungry bird begging for food, "Ah..."
This scene surprised both Sakura and Sasuke.
Who could have expected that even after announcing the end of the competition, Naruto would still leave a clone pretending to be himself.
But wait, didn't they see Naruto use the seal that dispelled all his clones?
Could it be... Naruto used Shadow Clones again to create more clones?
Using a Shadow Clone to dispel all clones would also dispel the clones created by that clone?
As the fried egg entered his mouth, Naruto praised, "Delicious, delicious. The fried egg Sakura fed me is delicious."
Kakashi: "..."
He hesitated whether to go out or not...
Should he take the opportunity to bind Naruto's real body to the stake...
This thought erupted like a flash flood, unstoppable.
Then Kakashi disappeared from the spot.
Teleportation Jutsu to get closer.
"Ding ling!"
A bell was swinging in Naruto's hand.
Naruto: "I have a bell now, so you can't tie me to the stake again."
A bell? Where did that bell come from?
Sasuke checked his pockets...
Sasuke: "..."
For Naruto, a master pickpocket in his previous life for five or six years, being able to make things disappear out of thin air was definitely not a bluff.
Kakashi: "You..."
At this point, they should be celebrating the three of them passing the exam, but Kakashi suddenly felt a bit unwilling.
Should they have another afternoon match?
Well... forget it, it's better to go buy another copy of "Intimate Heaven" in the afternoon.
Kakashi: "After you finish eating, go to the Hokage Tower in the afternoon to fill out the ninja registration forms."
With that, Kakashi took out a headband from his backpack and tossed it to Naruto. "This is yours."
Kakashi: "But let me make it clear, from now on, you are not allowed to use Shadow Clones to self-destruct."
Naruto: "I won't use it unless it's absolutely necessary. It hurts a lot, you know. I'm not stupid."
Kakashi: "..."
Damn, he had to hold back the latter part of his sentence.
Even the cool lines were held back.
Ninja registration required taking photos and filling out forms.
After completing the forms, Naruto and the Third Hokage met.
Third Hokage: "Congratulations on officially becoming a ninja. Kakashi told me about your performance, it's very good."
Naruto: "Ahaha, it's just a little trick, nothing special."
"Um... I'm in urgent need of money..."
Third Hokage: "..."
The implication was urging the Third Hokage to quickly hand over the promised money.
The Third Hokage's face darkened, and he took out a bank card from his clothes.
Yes, indeed, it was a bank card. Konoha still had banks.
Third Hokage: "Both of your money is in this card, a total of eight million ryo."
Eight million ryo?
At first, it sounded like a lot, but after a few S-rank missions, it was far from enough.
Moreover, it was the combined wealth of a Fourth Hokage and a Jounin!
Ninja ranks are divided into: Kage, Jounin, Chuunin, and Genin, four levels.
Kage is the village leader, generally not involved in missions, but is an important part of the village's leadership.
Responsible for delegating missions to lower-ranking ninjas.
Tasks are divided into six levels according to their difficulty, from S-rank to D-rank.
Jounin: Can accept S-rank and A-rank missions, high risk means high income, usually missions with a reward of over a million ryo.
Chuunin: Can accept B-rank and C-rank missions, still a decent income, usually from fifteen thousand to a million ryo.
Genin: Can accept C-rank and D-rank missions, with rewards ranging from five hundred to ten thousand ryo.
Plus, there are different levels of allowances from Genin to Jounin each month... The Fourth Hokage and his wife only left eight million ryo?
Who would believe that?
Well, Naruto didn't believe it, but he couldn't argue. Since someone gave him some, he might as well accept it.
Something is better than nothing, and eight million ryo is still a huge sum for Naruto, who doesn't have much money in his pocket.
The Third Hokage could see Naruto's dissatisfaction.
He explained, "The Fourth Hokage didn't leave much money behind. Most of this is what Kushina saved up."
Naruto: "Hmm, I see."
Third Hokage: "Ah... as for other heirlooms, they are still being sorted out. When they are sorted out, I'll send someone to your home with them."
Naruto nodded, bowed respectfully, and left the Hokage's office.
Hinata and Sasuke were waiting outside.
Naruto put on a smile: "Let's go, Kakashi's bento was too bad, I'll treat you two to a big meal."
Sasuke: "I'll pass. I'm going back to train. I have some insights today."
With that, he waved his hand.
Naruto: "Oh, okay. See you tomorrow."
Being able to spend time happily with Hinata was naturally great.
Really going to eat?
To be honest, Naruto wasn't very hungry.
Naruto: "Hinata, is there anything you like?"
Hinata thought for a moment. "Pressed flowers?"
Naruto: "Uh... besides that?"
In fact, Naruto wanted to see if there was anything else he could give besides soft armor.
Hinata: "How about... you accompany me for a
walk as a return gift?"
Clearly, Hinata wasn't dumb either.
Naruto shook his head: "How is that a return gift? I'd be the one benefiting."
Hinata giggled, covering her mouth.
Naruto: "Hinata... what are your measurements?"
Huh?
Hinata's face turned red.
Naruto quickly added, "I want to buy you some clothes."
Hinata: "Um... that..."
The two of them went to the bank first, and then as they walked, they arrived at a ninja equipment store.
"Ding ling!"
As they pushed open the door, the bell on the door made a sound.
Naruto: "Uncle! I'm here again!"
The uncle's face showed a bit of displeasure.
He thought he could forge a sword yesterday, and he even heated up the furnace, but ended up waiting all day.
His forging spirit!
But when he saw the headband on Naruto's head, his eyes lit up. "Did you bring money today?"
Naruto: "Yes, I did. Please make my sword, Uncle."
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