Chapter 88 Even the most despicable people can have love.
"So that's why you've been acting so strangely lately." Haruko Hayama wasn't angry at all; instead, she had a look of sudden realization.
Hiruko was taken aback by her words and turned his head away, somewhat annoyed.
Haruko Hayama always knew that Hiruko's aptitude was poor, even inferior to Jiraiya's in the past. However, after they became friends, Haruko Hayama often took him to train with Tsunade and Jiraiya.
Perhaps it was because of Jiraiya, who was also a loser, that Hiruko's timid personality gradually became more cheerful.
Back then, he would often practice whenever he had time to improve himself, but none of that could compare to the terrifying, all-out effort he put in now.
Haruko Hayama hadn't understood why Hiruko had reverted to his old personality upon their reunion, even becoming more insecure. Now, hearing his words, Haruko realized it wasn't just because of his teammates' constant disdain, but also because of the despair he felt after realizing that no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't catch up with others.
Haruko looked at him seriously and asked, "Why is Hiruko so eager to become stronger?"
"What strange question are you asking..." Although she said that, Hiruko still answered her, "Of course it's because if I become stronger, no one will dare to bully me!"
"Perhaps this is why you can't become strong."
Upon hearing Haruko's words, Hiruko was stunned for a moment before becoming enraged, "You...!"
Before he could continue his outburst, Haruko Hayama added, "Tsunade worked hard because she wanted to become like her grandfather, Jiraiya worked hard because he wanted to be recognized by everyone, and Orochimaru worked hard because he wanted to learn all the ninjutsu in the world."
"They all have goals that they are willing to dedicate their lives to achieving, and they overcome all difficulties and persevere in their efforts to achieve them."
"And what about you? Are you working so hard just because you don't want to be bullied? Don't you have any other goals you're looking forward to?"
Haruko's questions pierced his heart, and Hiruko's initial momentum weakened. He wanted to refute her, but in a panic, he realized that what she said seemed to be true.
Seeing that Hiruko had finally calmed down, Haruko Hayama breathed a sigh of relief, regained her usual gentleness, and stepped forward to take his hand.
"Hiruko, what you need to do now is not to train desperately, but to figure out what you are working hard for."
Hiruko's eyes filled with tears. He muttered something under his breath. When Haruko didn't hear him clearly and asked "what" earlier, he rushed over and hugged her tightly.
"I'm sorry, Haruko! I'm a despicable person, I only know how to take my anger out on you..."
Hiru's loud sobs rang in her ears, and Haruko gently patted his back.
"I understand, it's alright, Hiruko."
People are always faced with various injustices in the world. Faced with all kinds of futility and helplessness, they gradually close themselves off and become cowards.
Their only outlet for emotional release is their family, companions, and lovers.
Bonds are both strong and fragile, and Haruko Hayama knows this well. The reason she can fully accept the emotions her friends bring is because she knows that they vent their emotions on her because she is a "friend," and she wants to protect all the bonds.
...
"Haruko! I've figured it out!"
After a night of deep thought, Hiruko finally figured out the meaning of his efforts.
He ran over and stopped in front of Haruko Hayama, answering earnestly, "I refuse to be mediocre; I want to become a unique and unparalleled powerhouse!"
The other three people around them all wore puzzled expressions, as if they didn't understand what had happened.
Haruko smiled knowingly, "Now that you've thought it through, we can truly begin to make changes!"
Now, like the other three, Hiruko didn't understand what she was talking about.
Haruko called Jiraiya over in the morning and whispered something to him. Jiraiya looked at Hiruko with a puzzled expression, but finally gave in.
Hiruko: ?
Jiraiya calmed himself down, formed a hand seal, and then appeared in Mount Myōboku with Haruko Hayama and Hiruko.
“This is…” Hiruko stared in disbelief at the strange sight around him.
Jiraiya said unhappily next to Haruko, "This is a sacred place for the Chosen One, not some tourist attraction."
"Alright, alright, let's find Fukasaku. Thanks, Jiraiya!" Haruko Hayama said, skillfully smoothing his hair.
Upon hearing her words, Jiraiya snorted but didn't say anything more.
Haruko brought Hiruko to the place where Fukasaku was meditating, after all, the most profound person she had ever met... no, the most profound toad was Fukasaku.
I never expected that Hiruko would be such a fragile character, even officially recognized by Fukasaku, and he even asked Haruko Hayama where she picked up the trash.
Haruko saw Hiruko on the verge of tears and quickly stopped Fukasaku from speaking.
"There are so many powerful toads in Mount Myōboku, surely there must be one that can teach Hiruko, right?" Haruko Hayama looked at it with expectant eyes.
Shen Zuo remained unmoved, saying, "I can teach, but it's to no avail."
Haruko quickly pushed Hiruko forward, laughing without any hesitation, "That's great! Don't worry about the rest of Hiruko, leave them to me!"
Looking into her determined gaze, Hiruko's previously anxious heart gradually calmed down.
"I believe you, Haruko!"
While Hiruko was away training these past few days, Haruko was discussing her ideas with Fukasaku in the morning.
"Storing chakra in ninja tools and then using those tools directly as an attack method?" Fukasaku repeated her words, stroking his beard hesitantly.
Haruko asked eagerly, "Does Fukasaku think this method won't work?"
"It's not that it's definitely not going to work. That kid has poor aptitude, and his chakra is not only scarce but also difficult to gather. Using ninja tools with chakra directly would be a good idea."
"If that's the case..."
Fukasaku interrupted her, "Have you ever heard of the greatsword Samehada?"
"A big knife? What chicken?" Haruko Hayama asked, confused.
"The Samehada is a special ninja tool that appeared in the Land of Water. It can not only absorb the opponent's chakra for its own use, but also use the large amount of chakra stored in Samehada to stimulate the regeneration of body cells. Moreover, it has life and only recognizes the person it likes as its master."
Haruko's eyes gradually brightened. "This is perfect for Hiruko!"
Fukasaku chuckled softly, "That's not something kids like you can handle; it's a giant knife that can eat people."
Upon hearing its description, Haruko couldn't help but swallow hard.
"Your idea is somewhat similar to this ninja weapon, but this sword is one of the Seven Ninja Swords of the Land of Water, so you can forget about it."
Haruko wasn't disappointed. "If I can't have what I have, then I'll make something new!"
Fukasaku choked on his saliva and looked at Haruko Hayama, who was looking at him with a serious expression. "Do you know how far-fetched your words were? Besides, is that kid really worth all this effort?"
Hearing Fukasaku's words of dissuasion, Haruko Hayama smiled at it instead, "I knew Fukasaku had a way! Hiruko is definitely worth it!"
"Hiruko is diligently training towards his goal, while my goal is..."
"My goal is to protect all the bonds we share!"
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