Naruto: After Seclusion Becoming Naruto Grandfather

"The delicious Ichiraku ramen is here!"

The aroma of freshly prepared broth wafted through the air. The malted noodles glistened, topped with perfectly sliced pork layered delicately. The rich, savory scent of the broth was enough to make anyone's mouth water.

This was Ichiraku Ramen—the signature creation of Teuchi, the ramen master.

Naruto's stomach growled loudly as the aroma reached him, and he nearly drooled at the sight of the steaming bowl.

"Yo, isn't this Naruto? I heard you defected," Teuchi said casually, handing a packaged bowl of ramen to Hanabi Hyuga, who jumped lightly from her seat to take it.

Naruto noticed her agile movements and smiled faintly. She's already showing signs of a skilled ninja at such a young age. She's almost at the level of a genin.

Meanwhile, Kakashi and Ayame reappeared, though Ayame's clothes were slightly disheveled, and her cheeks were flushed.

"Kakashi, are you bullying my daughter again?" Teuchi asked sharply, narrowing his eyes at the silver-haired shinobi.

As a regular customer of Ichiraku Ramen, Teuchi had long been acquainted with Kakashi. But seeing him alongside Naruto, a Konoha defector, was unexpected. The world of ninjas was indeed full of surprises.

"I didn't! There was just a bit of a misunderstanding with Miss Ayame, but it's all cleared up now," Kakashi said quickly, raising his hands in defense.

Bang!

A large bowl of ramen slammed down in front of Kakashi, Ayame glaring at him with a fiery expression.

"Your ramen," she said curtly.

"I didn't order it…" Kakashi replied, confused.

"If I made it, you eat it. And don't even think about leaving before you finish!" Ayame snapped, her tone brooking no argument.

Naruto chuckled at the tense atmosphere between them. "Wow, Ayame rarely cooks herself. Looks like something definitely happened between the two of you just now."

"Enough staring! Eat your ramen, Naruto. It's been a while since you've had some," Teuchi said, placing a bowl in front of Naruto.

Naruto's eyes lit up, and he wasted no time digging in. He took a big sip of the broth and sighed in satisfaction.

"This is it! The taste hasn't changed. Ichiraku Ramen really is the best!"

Teuchi smiled. "If it's that good, eat as much as you want."

Naruto paused, setting his chopsticks down. "Uncle Teuchi, aren't you even curious why I came back to Konoha?"

Teuchi shrugged, as indifferent as ever. "It doesn't matter to me. Even if I reported your presence, the Hokage wouldn't lower my shop's rent."

Naruto laughed. "True. The Third Hokage was always stingy."

"But I do have a reason for coming back this time," Naruto said, his tone growing serious. "Shin-Konoha is nearly ready. How about opening an Ichiraku Ramen shop there?"

Teuchi and Ayame froze, staring at him in disbelief.

"Huh?" they both said in unison.

Naruto repeated himself. "I want you to open Ichiraku Ramen in Shin-Konoha. The villagers there deserve the best ramen!"

Teuchi shook his head firmly. "No way. I've been in Konoha for too long. I'm too old to move now."

"Even if Konoha's been chaotic lately? Even with the rent hikes and all the drama from the Third and Fifth Hokage?" Naruto pressed.

Teuchi hesitated but remained firm. "I'm used to this place. I have regular customers here. Moving isn't an option."

Naruto's eyes gleamed mischievously. "The Land of Whirlpools, where Shin-Konoha is being built, is surrounded by the sea. Fresh seafood is abundant, and the ingredients are even better than what you get here. Imagine creating a seafood ramen menu!"

Teuchi hesitated, visibly tempted. "Seafood ramen? Is it really that good?"

"It's amazing!" Naruto declared. "And more importantly…" His voice dropped, taking on a somber tone. "Konoha won't be safe much longer. I'm planning to attack the village in the future. You and Ayame shouldn't be here when that happens."

Teuchi's expression hardened, and he glanced at Ayame. Naruto could see the worry in his eyes.

"And another thing…" Naruto continued, seizing the opportunity. "Ayame hasn't found a partner here in Konoha. Maybe in Shin-Konoha, she'll have better luck."

At that, Teuchi's resolve broke. "Where's Shin-Konoha? I'll start packing right now!"

Naruto grinned. Teuchi's decision had been made. For Ayame's future and the promise of new opportunities, Teuchi was ready to move.

Teuchi and Ayame traveled light. Apart from his ancestral cooking tools, there wasn't much to bring. Naruto led them to the meeting point where the rest of his team awaited.

Might Guy and Tsunade were already there, each enjoying a bowl of Ichiraku ramen.

Next to Might Guy lay Iruka, unconscious, and beside Tsunade was Mitarashi Anko, also knocked out. A small girl—Hanabi Hyuga—sat quietly nearby.

When Tsunade and Might Guy saw Naruto approach with Teuchi and Ayame in tow, their jaws dropped.

"This… is the ninja teacher you brought back?" Tsunade and Guy asked in unison, completely petrified.

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