It has been several months since Orochimaru led the Konoha collapse plan. The pain brought by the short-lived but highly destructive ninja war is not so easy to forget. However, as everything in the village began to get back on track, the slightly high-pressure and repressive policies gradually became more stable. Except for a small number of ninjas who were responsible for the tasks, most of them were no longer working around the clock like before.

The village slowly recovered its former glory, and Konoha began to show its strength as the overlord of the ninja world. The Fire Country, which occupied the most fertile land, continuously replenished Konoha Village with strength.

Since the curfew was lifted, the village no longer becomes deserted as night falls. Even at night, which is already freezing, people who like to enjoy life are eager to take to the streets.

"This is the Konoha Village in my mind!"

Shuimu was walking alone on the street. After dinner, it was nice to take a walk. Shuimu was quite interested in watching the changes in the village.

The massive amount of information brought by the information explosion in the previous life constantly diluted Shuimu's curiosity. When he could know everything in the world without leaving home, his expectations for the unknown dropped very low.

The ninja world is very different. Located in the heart of the Land of Fire, Konoha Village has few new things to see. The damage caused by war, the troubles caused by traffic problems, and all kinds of bandits, mountain bandits and rebel ninjas have caused many problems in the communication of this world. It has been many years since Hanzo of the Land of Rain was killed by Pain. The outside world does not know that the Rain Village has changed its leader. In this case, let alone the communication between ordinary people.

Even so, the Konoha Village, which is favored by the world, can often see some unique things brought by the merchants and adventurers coming and going, such as some strange animals and plants collected by Shuimu, as well as some customs, rumors and myths and legends from various places. You can also kill time in your spare time and listen to other people's voices, and you may get some unexpected inspiration.

Of course, it would be better if there was someone to go shopping with, but unfortunately, Xiaochun doesn't seem to like places with too many people. Like Shuimu, she is not good at and doesn't like too much troublesome social activities. Shuimu knew a long time ago that Xiaochun prefers to study cooking, grow flowers and read books. If she were in Shuimu's previous life, she would be a literary girl. In addition to necessary socializing and knowing a little about people related to Shuimu, she doesn't have much desire to interact with people. If Shuimu still has a little curiosity of a time traveler, Xiaochun is too familiar with this village. Shuimu occasionally goes out to join in the fun, but Xiaochun usually doesn't come to such a noisy place without an appointment. Especially after marrying Shuimu, except for a few friends and acquaintances, she has basically not seen her expand her network of relationships. In addition to work and managing the small flower shop, she only has the mind to run this small family.

As Shuimu's strength and status improved, he could care less about other people's opinions and some annoying social activities. With some qualifications to do whatever he wanted, Xiaochun cared about this family and village, as well as her little hobbies. However...

"Has Xiaochun become more lazy recently?"

As time went by, more and more people came out. Most of them were like Shuimu, who came out to take a walk after dinner to help digest their food. The noisiest ones were the children chasing and fighting, and the clear voices of children could be heard from time to time.

During the golden hour of the night market, many merchants from other places also opened their shops, and most of them made a lot of money. The spending power of the villagers in Konoha was stronger than that of most places in the ninja world. However, there were still some unlucky ones, like the tearful man in front of Mizuki...

"I say, uncle, you are stupid to come to the Ninja Village to set up a stall and rent bamboo trap dolls?"

The children of Konoha Village who have been playing ninja games since childhood will definitely "grab" all your dolls, even if there is a sign next to it that says "No Ninja Participation". Even if you are not in Konoha Village, in this world where ninjas are the mainstream of combat power, there are many children who have envied the life of ninjas since childhood. No matter where you go, it is impossible to make money by doing such a small business.

"It's hard for you to hold on until today and then go bankrupt..." Shuimu patted the shoulder of the burly man who had lost all his money, "Try something different next time, otherwise your fate will still not be much better!"

After comforting this unfortunate guy, Shuimu couldn't help but blame these guys for not knowing when to stop. He didn't know if he would see this guy who had lost everything in the future!

Seeing that there was no advantage to be gained, the noisy children around dispersed, and Shuimu shook his head and left the place.

However, before he had gone far, he was stopped by a voice!

"Isn't this Mr. Mizuki?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Shuimu turned around and looked!

"It's Shikamaru." Mizuki looked up and around, "Chouji isn't here? Are you alone?"

"Well, I've been too busy lately. The weather is nice today, let's go out and get some fresh air!"

"The tasks for the Chunin Exams were tough, weren't they?"

Mizuki asked with a smile.

As a newly promoted Chunin, Nara Shikamaru's ability has been widely recognized, but Mizuki has basically no chance to work with him. Mizuki, who is on various dangerous combat missions, and Shikamaru, who is still handling various mundane affairs, basically have little interaction.

"It's okay, but Lady Tsunade seems to have high expectations for this Chunin Exam, so it's a bit difficult."

Shikamaru said with a sigh.

"That's right! However, if there is something you can't solve, there is no need to think too hard about it. Communicate with others more, maybe it will be easier!"

"I know!" Shikamaru nodded and said, "It's not that I can't understand. The village has just suffered a setback. Successfully holding a Chunin Exam is a good opportunity to restore its reputation. Moreover, it may be the largest in many years, so we can't afford to lose it."

Mizuki smiled but said nothing. With Shikamaru's intelligence and ability, he said these words not for comfort or support, but simply for small talk.

“I always feel like there’s not enough time!”

Shikamaru said with some emotion.

"Seeing that the new generation of ninjas are beginning to worry about the future of the village, maybe we seniors can take a break and be lazy."