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"Really? You're too chicken to even try?"
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Minato Namikaze, the Fourth Hokage, appeared in the chat with a warm smile.
Minato Namikaze (chat): "Kushina and I owe so much to Naruto. Thank goodness Iruka-sensei was always by his side. Now I see why Naruto became such an outstanding young man. It's deeply tied to your guidance, Iruka-sensei."
Iruka Umino flushed, caught off guard.
Iruka (chat): "Ah… oh, you flatter me. Naruto was always a thoughtful child too. I can't take all the credit."
Kushina Uzumaki (chat): "You've worked so hard, Iruka-sensei. Naruto, make sure to thank him properly, okay?"
Naruto bowed dramatically, wearing a goofy grin.
Naruto (chat): "Arigato! I'll take care of you forever, sensei. Since you're still single at your age, I'll support you in your old age!"
Iruka laughed.
Iruka (chat): "You rascal… well, then, sensei will rely on you."
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Iruka's brows furrowed as Naruto spoke solemnly.
"My request is… would you attend my wedding as my father?"
Iruka froze.
He looked at Naruto, eyes brimming with tears. He blinked rapidly, trying to contain them. Then he unclenched his fists and nodded, watching Naruto's retreating back with emotion.
"Leave it to me."
Naruto turned, beaming.
"Arigato, Iruka-sensei!"
Iruka's voice trembled.
"No… thank you, Naruto."
They bowed to each other on that unfamiliar overpass, somewhere in a future Konoha.
As Naruto straightened, he smiled again.
"See you, sensei!"
Iruka watched him vanish down the path and, when no one was looking, quietly began to weep.
The next morning, at Konoha Ninja Academy…
Iruka walked beneath the old swing where Naruto once sat alone.
He spotted Hinata waiting nearby, lost in thought.
Hinata: "Iruka-sensei!"
Iruka: "Hinata. How are the preparations coming?"
Hinata: "All set. Just waiting for the big day."
Iruka paused, seeming hesitant.
"There's something I'd like to ask. About the wedding… did you agree to have me attend as Naruto's father?"
Hinata gave a gentle nod.
Hinata: "Yes. Naruto said… our bond is more than just student and teacher."
Iruka's breath caught. Memories surged—how he once disliked Naruto out of fear, yet instinctively protected the boy from Mizuki's shuriken.
"...Naruto. You and I really are alike."
He pulled out a small envelope.
"It's not much, but please use this for the wedding."
Hinata gently pushed it back into his hand.
"Please don't worry about that, Iruka-sensei."
He scratched his head with a sheepish smile.
"I just wanted to do something a father would."
Hinata laughed.
"You really are like a parent to him."
They stood together under the falling cherry blossoms.
The scene gently faded to a VCR wedding congratulations montage.
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Sakura Haruno and Sai waved from the bridge.
Sakura & Sai: "Congratulations on your marriage!"
Rock Lee punched the air with energy.
Rock Lee: "Wishing you happiness as radiant as the morning sun!"
Tenten smiled beside a brief shot of Neji Hyūga, offering silent support.
Choji, Shikamaru, Ino, Kiba, Shino, and other former classmates gathered before the Third Hokage's statue, shouting in unison:
All: "Naruto! Hinata! Congratulations!"
At Ichiraku Ramen, Oto-# (Mitarashi Anko) peeked inside curiously.
Outside Akimoto Sweet Shop, Teuchi and Ayame grinned at the camera.
Teuchi & Ayame: "Congrats! Come by for miso chashu any time!"
On the hill, a photo of Kurenai and Asuma with a young Konohamaru triggered waves of emotion.
Even Orochimaru was seen standing solemnly with a sign that read:
"Happy Wedding."
Rock Lee, Gaara, and Killer Bee sent quiet, heartfelt blessings.
Gai gave a thumbs-up.
Gai: "Do your best, Naruto."
The Mizukage, Tsuchikage, and Raikage each sent their best wishes via the global broadcast screen.
Tsunade, curled up with her beloved stuffed bears, smiled gently.
In his Hokage office, Kakashi turned to the camera, his expression calm and warm.
Kakashi: "Naruto, Hinata, congratulations. May you always cherish and support one another."
Finally, the screen showed Iruka again, now officially recognized as Naruto's father figure.
He spoke directly to the camera, his voice trembling slightly.
Iruka: "Naruto, Hinata… congratulations. Naruto, you're impulsive… but Hinata's love and support are irreplaceable. Naruto, I entrust her happiness to you."
The screen dimmed, leaving nothing but silence.
Everyone watching felt the weight of the moment.Their youth had ended.A new chapter had begun.