"Hey, isn't that our great writer Nojuro. Heading to the signing event?"
Shikamaru arrived uninvited with Choji, obviously waiting for Ryun on purpose.
"This doesn't seem like you, Shikamaru. Getting up this early, aren't you the one who hates trouble the most?"
The smile on Shikamaru's face stiffened. He scratched his pineapple head before saying, "Alright, my father told me to come help you. Choji is the same."
"Ino is your good friend. We naturally can't fall behind either. The Ino-Shika-Cho always act together."
This reason was actually quite flimsy.
Ino was going to become Ryun's girlfriend in the future. Did that mean Shikamaru and Choji also had to act together?
Ryun guessed that the Nara and Akimichi families might have heard some rumors.
However, facing people who came to show their support, Ryun wouldn't embarrass them. So he said cheerfully, "Then help me move books later. I'll treat you to barbecue."
"Great, great."
Choji's small eyes began to widen and shine. As long as he could have a full meal of barbecue, Ryun could ask him to do anything, and he absolutely wouldn't hesitate for a second.
The group continued forward, with people constantly greeting Ryun.
Ryun didn't know the names of most of them, but that didn't stop them from knowing Ryun's name.
"A-Ryun."
A cheerful female voice came from the sky. Tenten fell from the air, looking like she was about to land in Ryun's arms.
But then she saw that there were so many people around Ryun. She hurriedly did a backflip in mid-air to land, barely managing to stand in front of Ryun. However, she was unsteady, swinging her arms trying to stop herself from falling into Ryun's arms. Ryun, without any hesitation, wrapped his arm around Tenten's waist. This scene earned "whoops" from Shikamaru and Choji.
Shikamaru also glanced at Ino, wanting to see Ino's expression, and was immediately punched back by Ino.
Shikamaru then looked puzzledly at Ryun, who was being very intimate with Tenten. Now he really didn't understand. Why wasn't Ino angry?
Was this still the Ino he knew?
Ino's heart had actually already turned sour. But several girls, including her, knew that Tenten had saved Ryun's life.
On that point, they really couldn't catch up to Tenten yet.
But as long as Tenten and Ryun hadn't officially announced they were lovers, it meant they still had a chance.
"I ran back as soon as I finished my mission. Guy-sensei and the others might arrive around noon. They said they would also attend your signing event."
"You must have invited them, right?" Ryun pressed.
"Not at all. They volunteered. Hehe."
Seeing she couldn't hide it, Tenten stuck out her tongue, trying to slip past.
By now she had already actively put some distance between herself and Ryun, after all, too many people were watching.
Tenten was usually cheerful and outgoing, but that didn't mean she wouldn't be shy now.
Before Tenten and Ryun could finish talking, Sasuke jumped in front of Ryun.
With a face full of impatience, he asked, "You, where have you been lately? I've finished training everything I was supposed to. Don't tell me you have nothing left to teach me?"
Ryun beckoned to Sasuke with his finger. Sasuke subconsciously lowered his head, and was then knocked over by a flick from Ryun.
Sasuke, holding his swollen forehead, looked at Ryun in surprise and said, "What technique is this? I want to learn this."
"You'd better not try to learn everything. After the signing event, I'll teach you the new genjutsu I learned."
"Fine. Today seems to be your big day. Is there anything I can do to help you?"
The corner of Ryun's mouth curved up. He said, "Later, just hold a book and stand on the street where there are a lot of people."
Sasuke didn't understand at first, but Ino and the others had already laughed out loud.
They could already imagine the scene of Sasuke being surrounded and watched like a model.
You have to know, the book Ryun published was "Uchiha Madara Biography". As the last member of the Uchiha family, Sasuke endorsing Ryun's book.
Wasn't that the best advertisement?
In a corner unnoticed by everyone, Naruto quietly followed the group, looking like he wanted to join but didn't dare.
Seeing this, Ryun thought for a moment, then pulled Sasuke and pointed at Naruto.
"Chase him away?"
Sasuke thought he understood, but was met with a blank stare from Ryun.
"Tell him to help with the work too. Isn't his stamina supposed to be strong? I'll pay for your dinner afterwards."
Hearing that Ryun would provide food, even Sasuke's eyes lit up slightly.
Sasuke didn't have much money. His training load had been extremely heavy recently, and his wallet was almost empty.
As for Uzumaki Naruto. Sasuke was curious how this guy, who always ate expired food, was still alive.
"Big Brother Nojuro, I finally get to see you again."
Moegi pulled Hanabi over, and immediately gave Ryun a headbutt as soon as they met.
Ryun held his chest. He was about to say something, but saw that there seemed to be a little tear in the corner of Moegi's eye.
Ryun couldn't help but laugh. He said, "Why are you crying? Did you think I died?"
"Moegi was just worried that such a good cash cow. Ah no, such a good customer would disappear. So it's really great to see you alive."
Ryun rolled his eyes and stuffed a handful of candy into Moegi's hands.
Then Ryun looked at Hanabi. Hanabi said with a serious face, "I don't want any."
So Ryun stuffed two handfuls into her hands.
Hanabi, holding a huge pile of candy, looked bewildered and turned to Hinata.
Hinata walked over, smiling as she helped Hanabi deal with it. She put some in Hanabi's pockets and held the rest for her.
Then the two sisters fed each other candy, tasting the sweet flavor, and smiled at each other.
In the distance, unseen by Ryun, Hyūga Hiashi watched the two sisters getting along harmoniously with confusion, then looked at Ryun.
He had long since received intelligence that Ryun had been in contact with Hanabi and Hinata, even at a hot spring.
However, he also knew that Ryun was just a guest and hadn't behaved improperly. Otherwise, he would have barged in long ago.
But now it seemed that, without him realizing it, Ryun had influenced his two daughters.
Was this. A good thing, or a bad thing?
He decided to observe for a while longer.
And so, by the time Ryun arrived at the scene, the ninjas following him alone were already a large group, let alone the elderly, aunts, and children waiting there in advance.
A large group of children swarmed up noisily, pushing everyone aside. While congratulating Ryun, they also asked him for candy.
Ryun was prepared for this and gave to all comers.
You have to understand, children couldn't attend such an event alone. Behind every good child, there might be several adults. This was also why the place was already packed.
By now, the ninjas who came with Ryun didn't need any direction from him and had already started helping maintain order.
Especially when everyone saw that the person leading the order maintenance was Konoha's Flower of Genjutsu, Jōnin Yūhi Kurenai, the ninjas present took the initiative to restrain the people around them, making the scene orderly.
It's just that the scene seemed too orderly, making Ryun feel he wasn't holding a book signing but some kind of ceremony.
Ryun shook his head. It was good to be a bit tense. If it was too lax and some disturbance occurred, he would have to be responsible for settling the trouble later.
At 10 o'clock in the morning, the publishing house owner guided Ryun to a long table and began introducing Ryun to everyone.
Even though many already knew Ryun's name, when they saw how young he was, they still showed surprised expressions.
However, Konoha never lacked geniuses. Ryun was just a genius in writing.
Everyone quickly accepted this reality and applauded Ryun's talent and learning.
Ryun stood up and bowed to everyone. According to protocol, he should give a speech to everyone to promote his book one last time.
But at that moment, someone arrived who was unexpected for everyone, but expected by Ryun.
The Third Hokage, with a pipe in his mouth, wearing the Hokage hat, a kind smile hanging at the corner of his mouth.
Everyone present, seeing this, immediately greeted Sarutobi Hiruzen. Ryun naturally did the same.
With previous experience, Ryun knew that Sarutobi Hiruzen was here to show his support.
Of course, Sarutobi Hiruzen wasn't doing it entirely for Ryun.
Ryun's book had been guided by the Hokage's office and contained criticism of the old era of the past.
Although it didn't directly praise the current era, it also gave Sarutobi Hiruzen an opportunity to promote the Will of Fire.
Was there a better opportunity than now for him to give a lengthy speech?
Ryun tactfully gave up his position. Sarutobi Hiruzen naturally took the main spot.
He put down his pipe, cleared his throat, and said, "Let me just say a few words."
One hour later, amidst the cheers of the crowd, Sarutobi Hiruzen picked up his pipe again.
Ryun originally thought it was all over, but Sarutobi Hiruzen suddenly said, "Nojuro-kun, you are the young person in Konoha with the most literary cultivation. And you are not a ninja."
"In your view, what is the Will of Fire?"
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