Naruto: The new beginning

The next day, Naruto went to school with Kimimaro, carrying a book of sealing techniques. When he arrived in the classroom, he greeted Hinata with a warm smile and then immediately dived into his book. 

It was typical of Naruto to focus intensely on his training, and Hinata admired his dedication, believing it is the secret behind his growing strength.

Naruto's skill with sealing techniques had improved significantly. He could now use storage scrolls proficiently, meaning he wouldn't need to carry a backpack in the future. This is no small feat for a young ninja.

Though storage scrolls were expensive, Naruto used them freely. It wasn't because his family was wealthy, it was because Kushina knew how to make them, and she made them exceptionally well. Most of the high-quality storage scrolls in the ninja shop came from Kushina's skilled hands.

In recent years, while taking care of Naruto, Kushina had made many scrolls out of boredom. Selling them turned out to be just as profitable as completing missions. 

However, the demand for these scrolls wasn't very high, and the market was very saturated. Not every ninja used scrolls as extensively as Tenten, who treated them almost as disposable. Any extra scrolls at home could be traded with any wealthy shinobi.

At noon, Naruto invited Sasuke, Shikamaru, and Choji to eat at Ichiraku Ramen. The council of boys sat in a row, eagerly anticipating their meals:

- Naruto had a bowl of tonkatsu ramen.

- Choji had a bowl of tonkotsu ramen.

- Sasuke had a bowl of Miso Chashu Pork ramen.

- Choji had a bowl of Miso Chashu Pork ramen.

- Shikamaru had a bowl of vegetable ramen.

- Choji had a bowl of vegetable ramen.

- Choji had a bowl of miso ramen.

- Choji had a bowl of miso ramen.

The scene was almost comical, reminiscent of the Sage of Six Paths distributing chakra to the tailed beasts. Shikamaru and Naruto had anticipated Choji's appetite, but Sasuke was left wide-eyed, knowing Choji had a big appetite but not realizing it was this extreme.

Fortunately, Naruto had enough pocket money. When he asked funds for the dinner party, Kushina, knowing there would be a member of the Akimichi clan, had generously added extra to the amount.

After finishing their meals, Choji rubbed his small stomach and sighed contentedly, "That was delicious! Thanks for the ramen, Naruto. Next time, I'll treat you to a barbecue. I know a great place."

"Okay," Naruto agreed cheerfully.

The four friends returned to school and went their separate ways. Before Naruto opened his book, he noticed a little girl with pale yellow hair, Ino, nervously approaching him.

"Um... Naruto, are you free?" she asked timidly.

Naruto put down his book and replied, "Ino? What's up?"

"Do you... have a good relationship with Sasuke?"

"It's okay," Naruto nodded, remembering the bond they had formed from playing together as kids. Sasuke might not remember, but Naruto cherished those memories.

"Then do you know what kind of girl Sasuke likes?"

So that was it. Naruto almost thought she was interested in him. He pondered whether Sasuke liked girls. Sasuke's favourite person was undoubtedly his brother, followed by his parents, then Naruto, Shikamaru, Choji, and lastly, everyone else.

Is it normal for a six-year-old girl to care about this? are girls in this world too horny?

Naruto decided to be honest: "Sasuke is interested in people stronger than him. Even if they aren't as strong as him, they should at least have some special skills."

Ino's face fell in disappointment. "But Sasuke is so strong; it's impossible to surpass him. Isn't there anything else, like hairstyle or personality?"

"If I had to say, he probably likes someone good at housework, has long hair, and a gentle smile," Naruto said, describing Sasuke's mother, Mikoto.

"Got it, thanks, Naruto!" She was happy because, she could now win Sasuke's favour. She planned to invite Naruto for dinner in the future.

"Thank you, Naruto!" multiple voices chimed in. Ino's smile froze as she turned and saw a group of girls surrounding her and Naruto. The information has been leaked!

"Why is this happening!? You guys!" The girls started arguing. Naruto wasn't interested, these girls were not his type.

'they don't have sense of insecurity like me I think but they are just childern right now'

Naruto continued studying his sealing techniques. Little did he know, gossip about Sasuke's ideal type would spread that day, causing rifts among friends and leading almost every girl in the class to grow her hair long.

From spring to autumn, as the girls' hair grew more than ten centimetres, a year passed.

During this year, Sasuke learned the Fireball jutsu. Confidently showing off a large fireball, he was surprised when Naruto, who was secretly learned a water jutsu from Kushina, countered with a water stream, drenching Sasuke and chilling him to the bone. Sasuke was disheartened and took days to recover before asking his brother to teach him new ninjutsu.

Naruto had finished reading "Introduction to Sealing Techniques," and Kushina commented that Naruto's current level was enough for an internship in the sealing class. She then gave him "Mastering Sealing Techniques."

Regarding water ninjutsu, Naruto discovered he had dual water and wind chakra natures, likely inherited from his parents. Deciding to learn water techniques first, Naruto looked up to the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju.

It's not that Naruto didn't want to learn the Rasengan, his chakra control wasn't advanced enough yet. Tree climbing and water walking were next on his list. 

The Flying Raijin was also on hold until he graduated from the Ninja Academy. The King Kong Blockade technique is still challenging for a seven-year-old Naruto.

So, Naruto focused on water ninjutsu for now, Not only could it be used to counter Sasuke's fire techniques, but it could also be used in blocking enemy.

However, after teaching him Water Release: Water Stream, Kushina waited nearly a month to teach Water Release: Water Wall, claiming Naruto needed practice, But Naruto sensed she was hiding something.

What Naruto didn't know was this:

In the Sarutobi household, Kushina was learning water techniques from the Third Hokage.

"What's with this technique?" Kushina looked frustrated.

The Third Hokage explained, "There are two types of water walls: one for broad defence and one that covers all around, including above your head"

"Ah, I see!"

"Why the sudden interest in water ninjutsu, Kushina? Ninjutsu isn't your strong suit."

"Naruto asked me to teach him. He rarely asks for anything besides sealing techniques. Now he's interested in water ninjutsu, so I want to teach him myself!"

"You can send Naruto to me directly."

"No, it's about my pride as a mother! Please continue teaching me!" Kushina resembled a parent studying alongside their child for exams.

"Alright," the Third Hokage agreed. He enjoyed teaching, and with nothing else to do besides spending time with grandson, he was happy to help.

"Next, let's learn the Water Dragon Jutsu!"

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