Chapter 309 The Grand Finale Part Two: A Peaceful and Happy Ending (HE)
"The Words of the Rising Sun" quickly became a hit as soon as it was released.
It became another masterpiece by Jiraiya after "Make-Out Paradise", and its popularity even far exceeded that of his several serialized "Make-Out Paradise", making Jiraiya both excited and melancholy.
Buyers spanned almost all ages, with members of prestigious families like the Uchiha and Hyuga each owning a copy, not to mention ordinary people; bookstores were sold out of stock.
When this book was published, Jiraiya used his own name directly, and Jiraiya became famous overnight.
Many people laughed and cried after reading this book, and in the end, they clamored to send Jiraiya a kunai.
"Seriously, why did my ending have to be so tragic?"
As Haruko held the newly published "The Words of the Rising Sun," she couldn't help but lament her own fate as described in the book.
Although she had already learned the ending from Jiraiya, after reading the entire book herself, Haruko Hayama still couldn't bear to see herself in the book meet such an end.
Standing next to her, Jiraiya quietly comforted her, "What kind of novel is it if it's not melodramatic and dramatic?"
Haruko was not comforted at all and glared at him sullenly.
"Then why did your ending involve traveling the world, writing countless masterpieces, and becoming a legendary man in the ninja world?"
Speaking of this, Jiraiya chuckled, casually draping his arm over Haruko Hayama's head as if using her as a crutch.
Under Haruko's indignant gaze, Jiraiya used his other hand to lift up the sunglasses in front of him.
"This ending is so realistic! I really am such a handsome, dashing, and talented person!"
"..." Haruko's speechlessness was deafening.
The two of them had originally agreed to come to the bookstore together, but Jiraiya insisted that he was already a big celebrity and had to disguise himself to avoid the crowds.
Haruko looked at Jiraiya, who was now wearing sunglasses, and thought he probably wanted to be recognized.
Haruko sighed and closed the last copy of "The Words of the Rising Sun" that the bookstore owner had specially reserved for her.
"You're even more tragic than the female lead in a melodrama. Jiraiya, I regret authorizing you to write my autobiography."
Jiraiya chuckled smugly and followed her out of the bookstore.
"It's no use regretting it now, the book has already been published!"
"Well, it's still more popular than your autobiography, I should be content."
Startled by her satisfied tone, Jiraiya almost tripped on the stairs by the door. After regaining his balance, he glanced at her with a rather annoyed expression.
Despite being the resolute autobiography of the White-Haired Toad Messenger, one of the invincible "Three Ninjas," no one is willing to publish it!
Those people really have no taste!
Meanwhile, in the other base, Hiruko, having flipped through several pages without finding her own storyline, wondered: What about me? What about my storyline with Haruko?
Orochimaru, who happened to be passing by and caught a glimpse of it: ...Idiot.
As soon as they left the bookstore, Haruko and Jiraiya noticed that people passing by on the street seemed to be looking at them.
Realizing this, Jiraiya raised his eyebrows in smugness and pulled his sunglasses back on.
He boasted smugly, "Wow, that's how popular I am. Even when I'm disguised, I'm still recognized..."
Before Jiraiya could finish speaking, he watched helplessly as those people completely ignored him and rushed over to surround Haruko Hayama.
There were so many people that they even pushed Jiraiya out of the way.
The villagers chattered amongst themselves as they spoke to Haruko Hayama.
"Haruko-sama! We absolutely love your story!"
"Waaaaah, the ending in the book was so tragic! Thank goodness Haruko-sama is still with us!"
"Could you please sign your autograph, Haruko-sama?"
"I want one too! I want one too!"
Watching Haruko Hayama frantically signing autographs for them while surrounded by the crowd, Jiraiya resentfully took off his sunglasses and folded them in half.
"Oh, isn't this our famous writer, Toad?" a woman's teasing voice rang out.
Jiraiya turned his head and saw Tsunade walking up to him, her gloating expression barely concealed.
This only fueled Jiraiya's anger, and he retorted with brandished claws, "What toad writer? I'm a genius handsome writer!"
Unexpectedly, he was so shameless that Tsunade couldn't help but burst into laughter.
"You really like to pat yourself on the back, hahaha!"
Hearing the hearty laughter, Jiraiya couldn't help but laugh along.
They stood side by side, their eyes meeting in unison as they gazed at Haruko Hayama, who was smiling brightly in the crowd.
This is the perfect ending for a girl who longs for happiness.
Previously, only Hyuga Neji was promoted to Jonin, but this time, Haruko Hayama and the rest of the group participated in the Jonin Exams.
The good news is that everyone except Naruto passed; the bad news is that Naruto is going to prove his point by dying.
"Haruko, Sasuke, you've arrived!"
Kushina pushed open the door and, seeing them, happily invited them in.
Then, as if she had encountered an extremely troublesome situation, she couldn't help but gesture with her hand holding the spatula, complaining to them.
"That Naruto kid is really something. He's the only one who didn't make it to the Jonin exam, and he's crying his eyes out at home. He cries even more than Obito did before!"
Her voice was loud, and the moment she finished speaking, two overlapping male voices came from the living room inside.
"I didn't cry my eyes out!"
"I didn't cry as much as he did when I was a child!"
Haruko and Sasuke Uchiha walked into the living room, amused.
Sure enough, they saw Naruto Uzumaki sitting cross-legged on the sofa with a wronged expression, and Obito Uchiha pointing angrily at Naruto Uzumaki.
Upon seeing Haruko Hayashi arrive, Naruto Uzumaki, whose eyes were reddening, immediately wagged his tail and stared at her expectantly.
"Haruko, you've come—!"
His deliberately drawn-out tone was his tried-and-true technique for charming others.
Unfortunately, everyone present except for Haruko Hayama had a disgusted expression on their face.
Sasuke Uchiha crossed his arms and raised an eyebrow. "You really should get your eyes checked."
Obito Uchiha stood up, casting a towering shadow over the weak and pitiful Naruto Uzumaki, and revealed a sinister smile.
"Naruto, mistakes are inevitable. To ensure your next promotion to Chunin, Obito will take you to train hard!"
Naruto Uzumaki, who was lifted up by Obito Uchiha with one hand, was completely bewildered. After realizing what was happening, he struggled to get back to his senses.
"Wait! I haven't spoken to Haruko yet! Haruko—!"
Watching the two of them, one big and one small, get along like brothers, Haruko waved to Naruto Uzumaki with satisfaction.
"We're back from grocery shopping!" Nohara Rin's voice rang out from the entryway.
Rin Nohara and Kakashi Hatake, entrusted with the important task of grocery shopping, each carried a large bag.
Haruko watched as Nohara Rin eagerly ran up to her, took a piece of candy from her bag, and secretly slipped it into her hand.
The key point is that Nohara Rin looked around cautiously, which inexplicably gave off a feeling of stealth.
Feeling the round, plump object being stuffed into their palms, Haruko and Rin couldn't help but exchange a smile.
Sasuke Uchiha, who witnessed everything: ...
While Nohara Rin went to help in the kitchen, Hatake Kakashi, who had been waiting behind her, stepped forward and stood in the spot where Nohara Rin had been standing.
As if repeating Rin Nohara's actions, Kakashi Hatake also reached into the bag and rummaged around for something.
Sensing the intense gaze from Uchiha Sasuke beside him, Hatake Kakashi paused in his fumbling, then casually pulled out another type of candy and placed it in Hayama Haruko's hand.
Finally, as he passed by Uchiha Sasuke, Hatake Kakashi gently patted his head.
Sasuke Uchiha, clutching his head and frowning: ...I feel even angrier now.
It had been a long time since the house had been this lively. After finishing his official business, Minato Namikaze rushed home and brought out a large table to arrange the seats.
Everyone sat together at the table, raising their glasses to celebrate the delicious food on the table.
"cheers!"
Sitting next to Haruko, Naruto Uzumaki and Obito Uchiha across from her seemed to be locked in a battle of wills, with Naruto constantly piling food onto Haruko's plate.
Naruto Uzumaki boasted, "Haruko, this is delicious! Eat this!"
Obito Uchiha sneered: "Haruko should like this flavor, why is she picking at it like this!"
The stubbornness and impulsiveness on their faces were almost identical, making Sasuke Uchiha hesitate to speak for a while.
Finally, he whispered in Haruko's ear, "Those two are just as stupid."
Haruko thought about it carefully for a moment, "Hmm...like a golden retriever puppy and a golden retriever adult?"
Uchiha Sasuke, unable to comprehend: ...?
Haruko caught a glimpse of Kakashi Hatake pouring wine into his glass and quickly reminded him, "Kakashi, drink less!"
Kakashi Hatake stopped pouring the wine, obediently put down his glass, and looked back at Haruko Hayama with a smile in his eyes.
"Haruko is very worried about the teacher."
"...If you add up all my ages, you might have to call me grandma."
Haruko Hayama and Kakashi Hatake both had equally dead fish eyes.
Nohara Rin smiled and stepped into their seemingly oblivious atmosphere.
"It seems Kakashi has lost all credibility with Haruko."
Being exposed in public only made Kakashi Hatake's dead fish eyes look even worse.
Laughter and cheerful voices emanated from the house, blending into the warm atmosphere throughout Konoha under the moonlight.
[END]
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