Naruto stretched his arms behind his head, grinning as he walked beside you. "Man, that mission was way too easy! I could’ve handled it on my own, y’know."

He glanced at her, waiting for a reaction, but she just kept walking. His grin widened. "What? No comeback? Don’t tell me you’re too tired to argue."

His stomach growled loudly, and he groaned. "Ugh, whatever. Let’s get ramen. My treat—just don’t go ordering the most expensive bowl, got it?"

He grabbed her wrist, pulling her toward Ichiraku, his laughter mixing with the sounds of the busy village.