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Chapter 42 I’M Asking You If You Want To Become Stronger
🕑 Added 2025-10-06 11:42:44 +0000 UTC"Sasuke?"
Naruto saw Sasuke and immediately ran over, excited.
When Sasuke saw Naruto’s expression, he suddenly felt uneasy.
Because Naruto had never been this enthusiastic toward him.
And Naruto… was like this.
Call it selfishness—Sasuke feared Naruto might hit him.
Let’s just say Naruto’s enthusiasm made him a little intimidating.
"Sasuke, why didn’t you go to the gathering today?" Naruto asked knowingly.
Of course, he already knew that Sasuke had been standing in a tree outside his house all night.
Naruto didn’t bother trying to persuade him.
You know, Sasuke is stubborn.
No matter what you said about something he considered true, he would think you were lying.
So Naruto just let him suffer a little—hoping he’d realize he was wrong.
Sasuke felt embarrassed.
He couldn’t exactly say: I’m not energetic today because I was monitoring you…
Fortunately, Naruto wasn’t a prude. "Forget it. Don’t worry about small things," he said casually, placing an arm over Sasuke’s shoulder.
"Sasuke, don’t you want to become stronger?"
Hiss…
This intimate gesture?
Thinking back to the last time Naruto had made him wear women’s clothes…
And how Naruto hadn’t reacted to Haruno Sakura or Ino’s advances…
Could it be?
Does Naruto really like boys?
Sasuke felt uneasy all over. He twisted slightly and said in a strange tone, "Naruto, I… I like girls."
Seeing him give the “wrong” answer…
Naruto smacked his lips. "Who asked you that? I asked if you want to become stronger."
Sasuke lowered his head and whispered, "I’m not gay, Naruto."
Naruto frowned, tone serious. "I know you’re not gay! I’m asking if you want to become stronger!!"
Sasuke: "I won’t sell my body, Naruto."
Naruto’s anger rose a little. "I’m asking you!! Do you want to… huh??"
But halfway through, Naruto froze, eyes wide in horror. "Wait… You think I’m going to have sex with you?!?!"
Sasuke didn’t answer.
But his silence spoke volumes.
Naruto silently removed his arm and said seriously, "Sasuke, I’m not gay, and I’m not interested in you. I’m asking if you want to become stronger."
This time, Sasuke didn’t dodge the question. "I want to!" he said bluntly.
Naruto nodded. "Okay! Then I’ll explain everything carefully."
Then Naruto revealed his plan.
Sasuke felt a flush of heat all over. He asked nervously, "Naruto, is this plan really feasible?"
Naruto nodded confidently. "It’s doable! With your looks, you’re destined to captivate widows, aunts, little girls, wives, and mistresses from the Five Great Nations, as well as lonely women, emotionally broken women, and even…"
Sasuke pretended to hesitate. "But… I don’t think this is possible."
Naruto frowned. "Don’t worry. I won’t break my promise, even if it fails."
Sasuke: "How about changing the conditions?"
Naruto: "No! Do you want to take the photo or not? Let me remind you, this is your last chance~"
"I… I’ll take the photo," Sasuke said reluctantly, his delicate face turning red.
He added hesitantly, "But I have conditions. You have to show me some real skills to teach me first."
The Zama technique Naruto taught him last time had worked well.
The training improved his combat ability noticeably.
But that had only been a single session—it wasn’t enough to meet Sasuke’s expectations.
Naruto reassured him. "Don’t worry, Sasuke. When have I ever lied to anyone?"
Sasuke hummed and said nothing more.
He didn’t know that this decision would change his life forever.
His photo would spread throughout the ninja world.
Sasuke, the orphan of the Uchiha clan, the Mangekyō Sharingan wielder, hero of the Fourth Great Ninja War…
He became that guy who took the photo!
Even Uchiha Itachi got a copy.
When Itachi saw Sasuke in a cat-ear costume posing for the camera…
He didn’t know whether to laugh or cry.
Deidara later spread it throughout Akatsuki to tease Itachi specifically…
Inside the room, Naruto’s voice could be heard.
"Okay, it’s settled!"
"I’ll buy some weapons and equipment, and we’ll start shooting first thing tomorrow morning."
"Once we get the photos, little Sakura will handle selling them."
"And I’ll start designing a special training program to make you stronger."
"Now you should rest. You’ll perform better tomorrow without dark circles under your eyes."
"I won’t disturb you anymore. I’m leaving first."
Naruto pushed open the door and left Uchiha Station.
Elsewhere, Haruno Sakura was busy gathering market intelligence.
Ino’s flower shop.
When Ino wasn’t on a mission, she helped in the store.
Unexpectedly, Haruno Sakura showed up and started chatting nonstop.
Ino crossed her arms, glaring. "Hmph! Little Sakura, give up!"
"Sasuke’s picture? Who cares!"
"I like Naruto, so don’t try to kick me out of the Naruto fan club!"
Haruno Sakura pouted. "Okay…"
She was disappointed.
But yes.
Both she and Ino were against the Sasuke fan club.
Sasuke had even become a high-ranking member of the Naruto fan club.
As Naruto was leaving, Ino suddenly said, "But… I can help!"
She thought: How wonderful to be close to Naruto and stay away from trivial flower shop business~
Haruno Sakura and Ino found Tenten.
Tenten was following the team on a mission.
Although she had graduated a year before Naruto and the others,
today’s task was simple: catching cats and teasing dogs.
After hearing what Haruno Sakura and Ino said, Tenten shook her head. "No, I’m a core member of the Naruto fan club~"
Two failures in a row discouraged Haruno Sakura slightly.
Fortunately, Ino comforted her, and they pressed on.
The two of them walked through the village, asking for news.
After some patience, the customers came as expected.
After all, Sasuke was a famous boy at school.
At night, Haruno Sakura and Ino gathered together.
"In this case, seven classmates will be willing to buy it," Haruno Sakura predicted.
"After buying, they’ll show it off to their friends, attracting more customers."
Ino nodded. "Yes, if this photo spreads among classmates, even parents will hear about it…"
The two looked at each other and said in unison, "Then we’ll make even more money!"
After all, the cute boy wasn’t just popular with girls.
Ino realized this was a business opportunity and asked Haruno Sakura, "If I want to buy shares, what should I tell Naruto?"
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