Naruto: As a genin, I just want to live a normal life.

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"Hmph. I can't reason with a blockhead like you." After saying that, Fukuyama Sawa took out a small pillow and, in the spacious carriage, the girl, seemingly unconcerned about the world's gaze, simply lay down and fell asleep. Apart from the guards, only Shirahoshi could see the girl in this state.

Bai Xing smiled helplessly, thinking to himself that if you hadn't placed a high-level bounty and brought him a reward of 500,000 taels (0.4 for a single mission, 0.1 for specific requirements), he wouldn't have accompanied you, Miss, back to your hometown to visit relatives.

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In the blink of an eye.

Two days passed quickly. They stayed at hotels in two towns along the way, and were bothered by a few petty thieves, which were dealt with by Mu Jiazi. Everything went smoothly.

On the morning of the third day, the vehicle arrived at the largest city in the Land of Fire—the City of Fire.

"so big."

"And there are so many people?!"

During the war, you could hardly see a soul on the road, but now it seems like they all appeared at once, as if they had planned it.

Seeing Shirahoshi's country bumpkin appearance, Kikako explained speechlessly, "It's because you ninjas are fighting that the outside world is in such a mess."

"Let alone safety issues, many businessmen are having a hard time doing business."

"But things are alright now." Fukuyama Sawa closed her folding fan. "The war ended with the Land of Fire's victory. I'm sure Father and all the other officials are very happy."

"Ahem. If you'd like to meet my father and some important figures..."

Fukuyama Sawa, still not giving up, was halfway through her sentence when she noticed Shirahoshi pressed against the train window, wearing the same haughty expression that Kiyoko had described. Fukuyama Sawa bit her red lips.

"Really."

As Bai Xing watched the bustling crowds on the main road outside, he thought to himself, "Is Fukuyama Sawa really going to keep her eyes on me? Does she have to make me her little puppy before she'll let me go?"

Bai Xing, who had studied some psychology in her previous life, knew best: regardless of gender, once they get something they've always wanted, they'll start to take it for granted.

Not to mention, the nobles here don't take ordinary people seriously at all; calling them toys is considered high-class.

After entering the city gate, the two carriage teams soon arrived at the gate of a magnificent mansion, with the three imposing characters "Fushan Mansion" carved in the center of the eaves.

"arrive."

"Then this escort mission is now concluded. Miss Sawa, may we meet again someday!"

Bai Xing thought to himself that he had finally gotten rid of the troublesome client. Now he could take the money notes he had obtained from the money exchange, which are now called checks, and exchange them for cash. He was happy!

"Wait a minute!"

Before Shirahoshi could even feel happy for a second, the gates of Fukuyama's residence suddenly swung open, and a ninja guard dressed as a bodyguard—who, in Shirahoshi's perception, was no less skilled than Kiyoko—stepped out.

"Mr. Shirahoshi, is that right? The master invites you in."

"..."

Bai Xing turned his head blankly, wondering what was going on. Could it be that he was asking him to return the money because he had heard about his daughter's reckless spending...?

With a heavy heart, Shirahoshi entered the mansion: after all, she was the daughter of a high-ranking official, and although she had nothing to do with the system of Konoha Village, it was still better not to offend her.

Anyway, he looked around the whole way, and none of them, whether they were the retainers and guards trained by the Fukuyama family, the ordinary guards who were looking over, or the instructors and students in the martial arts training ground, could make him feel threatened.

After passing through an area decorated with lake stones, lake water, and artificial mountains, reminiscent of scenes from ancient dramas, I realized that this kind of atmosphere is only found in a small part of Mikoto's house, and here it is several times more abundant.

Wow, they're really rich!

Another day of hating rich people!

Click——

The shoji gate slowly opened, and the retainer who had led Shirahoshi over knelt on the ground, saying:

"Master Yu."

"Mr. Shirahoshi has arrived."

Inside, a middle-aged man with thick eyebrows and a round face sat upright.

The man glanced at Bai Xing:

"come in."

Bai Xing glanced down at the retainer who had knelt down and then stood up, then went inside. The retainer then closed the door from the outside and left.

Bright sunlight streamed in, illuminating the luxurious interior and the faces of the two people.

"sit."

Fukuyama Yu made a hand gesture, indicating that Shirahoshi should sit opposite him, and then personally began to brew tea.

Then, Bai Xing saw the middle-aged man's tea ceremony skills: tea brewing techniques, but Bai Xing couldn't understand them, though he felt they were quite impressive.

Next, she poured a full glass for Shirahoshi.

Bai Xing: "?" Does this mean I should get lost?

"Alright." Although Fukuyama Yu enjoyed brewing tea, he didn't like the traditional techniques; he preferred to follow his own unique ideas. After pouring the tea, he looked at Shirahoshi with a serious tone:

How much money do you want to leave my daughter?

"?????"

Bai Xing froze for a moment, then awkwardly picked up his teacup and took a few sips, thinking to himself that a scene from a movie was actually happening to him...

"Cough cough cough."

"Don't rush, young man. Sip slowly. I'm quite skilled at brewing tea, so savor it carefully."

Bai Xing rolled her eyes inwardly, put down her finished teacup, and said, "Mr. Yu, you're joking."

—Shirahoshi is not Fukuyama Iku's subordinate, nor is this a work assignment, so there is no need to address him as "sir".

"I'm just an ordinary Konoha genin."

"What ability or virtue do I possess...?"

“You have it.” At this moment, Fukuyama Yu’s face showed a shrewd expression. He took a sip of his tea, and a look of enjoyment flashed in his eyes: “My daughter was able to work in Konoha Village for two years without a single complaint.”

Furthermore, upon her return this time, I intended for her to go on a blind date with the son of another minister, but my daughter refused.

Fukuyama Yu put down his teacup, poured tea for himself and for Shirahoshi at the same time, and continued:

"And the reason."

"I also learned about it from Kiyoko's letters."

Upon hearing this, Shirahoshi thought to herself, "No wonder, there's an undercover agent next to Saya."

"I also know a little about your experiences in Konoha Village."

"after all."

"Many pieces of information about your Konoha Village are beyond the reach of our Fire Country's departments."

"We can only find out from certain staff members within the ninja village."

"of course."

"You can tell the Hokage about this."

Listening to Fukuyama Yu boast about his methods, Shirahoshi didn't know what to say for a moment. He felt that Fukuyama Yu was very impressive, but when he thought about it carefully, he realized that even if Fukuyama Yu knew about Konoha Village, what difference would it make?

Seeing that Shirahoshi was 'intimidated', Fukuyama Yu couldn't help but feel smug. He thought to himself, "He really is just a greenhorn. He's only a genin, so he's probably not valued in the village. His experience is probably pitifully limited."

"Ten million."

"I'll give you ten million taels of fire coins."

"If you refuse my daughter, I can sign the money for you right now! I'm not kidding!"

—It's here! He really said it! It really was that kind of scene where he offered me five million to leave her daughter!!!

Oh no.

It should be ten million.

"Quite a lot." Shirahoshi took another small sip of the tea, which had a strange taste and a slightly different flavor from the pure tea brewed by Ms. Sawa, and put down the teacup, saying:

"But I'm sorry."

"My relationship with Ms. Sawa is just that of ordinary friends, not what you think, Mr. Yu."

"If there's nothing else, then I'll..."

"Fifty million."

Bai Xing, who was halfway up her feet, froze. Fu Shanyu calmly sipped his tea, looking confident and determined: "If you think it's too little..."

"I can also give you a property in the Fire City, or a property in the heart of Konoha Village."

"But you must sever all ties with Sawa!"

"how?"

At that moment, it seemed as if countless banknotes were falling from the sky, hitting Bai Xing directly on the back, instantly crushing Bai Xing's spine as he tried to straighten it, and his entire body was submerged in the pile of banknotes.

Chapter 94 Thanks to reader Fengcun for the donation.

Chapter 93 Where did this extravagant young nobleman come from?!

Fifty million.

A property in the City of Fire.

According to his understanding, the housing prices in the Fire Capital are more than 30% higher than those in Konoha, but this only applies to the housing prices on the outskirts of the city.

As long as it's close enough, it will gradually increase from multiples.

Moreover, once you reach the inner city, it becomes an area where only nobles from the Land of Fire can reside.

Bai Xing saw Fu Shan Yu's smug look and hated the attitude of rich people who thought they could get things done just by having money!

"Forgive me for refusing!"

"Ms. Sawa and I are just ordinary friends! Don't think that money can solve everything, Mr. Yu!"

Fukuyama Yu looked up and saw tears welling up in Shirahoshi's eyes. He was immediately puzzled by the young genin's thoughts. He took a sip of tea, his eyes flickered, and he put down his teacup, saying:

"Add another shop! I'll have both the Fire Capital and Konoha Village!"

At this moment, Bai Xing felt blood and tears streaming from her eyes, which began to blur: