That afternoon, after resting, Jay took Ameno and the others to a fairly well-known restaurant in the city.
"Do you know any local specialties in this city?" Jay asked as they walked with the others.
"There are some delicious dishes in this city, but if we're talking about truly unique and famous dishes, then soy sauce grilled chicken is a specialty of this city, and we should all try it," Subaru replied.
"Ah... is that really it, teacher?" Kira asked with a curious expression.
"Yeah, I've never tried it before," Lexi added.
"Then let's try it," Luna replied.
"Okay, let's try the soy sauce grilled chicken we have in town," Jay replied in agreement, noticing that Ameno also looked excited and curious.
So they immediately headed to the restaurant Subaru had recommended. Upon arrival, they discovered that the restaurant had two floors, with smoke billowing from the first floor, a distinctive aroma.
Smelling the grilled aroma, Jay somehow found it very familiar.
"Yes... this is the distinctive smell I was referring to," Subaru then said, telling the others.
"Let's go inside," Subaru again invited Jay and the others into the restaurant.
On the first floor, a semi-open kitchen was visible, filled with rows of grilled chicken.
On that floor, there were only a few tables and chairs, already filled with customers enjoying their chicken. Grilled chicken with soy sauce.
Seeing this, a waiter in charge of welcoming guests then led them to the second floor.
There, they found that almost half of the tables were already occupied.
Seeing this, Jay could already guess that this restaurant was quite popular.
Soon, with Subaru's guidance, they all ordered a portion of the delicious grilled chicken with soy sauce.
In short, they were soon served their food, and as they were enjoying their meals,
A noisy voice came from the stairs.
"Teacher... are you sure this is a good place?" A cheerful yet hesitant voice rang out.
"Naruto... why can't you stop talking..." A woman's voice interrupted.
"Okay...you can try it. This soy sauce grilled chicken isn't available in the village, and I guarantee you'll love it," an adult male voice replied.
Jay, who had heard the voices from the group, immediately realized that he recognized the voices.
Especially after a female voice within the group called out the name of a teenage boy.
Jay's suspicions grew stronger, and he was sure of it after he saw the group ascend to the second floor.
Jay felt happy because he was finally certain that the protagonists of the ninja world were in front of him.
Naruto in his teenage years, Sakura as an adult, the shy Saya, and Kakashi, their mentor.
Everything was just like what he had seen in the anime.
(Yes...this is a coincidence I never expected) Jay sighed happily inwardly.
Being able to see these figures with his own eyes, Jay felt an indescribable feeling.
Especially after seeing that Kakashi's attention seemed to be drawn to the shirt. them.
Realizing this, Jay seemed to understand that those surrounded by Sunagakure ninja were definitely worth wary of.
On the other hand, Subaru, who also saw Kakashi and his group, immediately became a little more wary.
This was especially true when they saw the Konoha emblem worn by the four figures.
But then, Jay's worries seemed to vanish.
Because both Kakashi and Subaru simply nodded, as if they were greeting each other.
Thinking about this, Jay realized that Sunagakure and Konoha's relationship was currently quite good.
Especially if he remembered correctly, the Chunin Exams conducted by Ameno and the others seemed to have taken place between the two villages.
"Ahhh...is that Ameno!!" Sakura's surprised voice immediately rang out from the Konoha ninja group's table.
"Do you know them?" Naruto asked in surprise.
"Yes, I know one of the young women among them. She's a medical ninja like me, and we have a pretty good relationship," Sakura replied.
On the other side of the table in Sunagakure Village, Ameno was also surprised to hear her name called. Turning her attention, Ameno found someone standing there. He knew her.
"Sakura!!!" Ameno shouted in a friendly manner.
"Honey, can I go over and say hello to someone I know?" Ameno asked Jay.
"Okay, let me accompany you, and introduce you to them too," Jay said to Ameno after getting Subaru's permission.
So, Jay then accompanied Ameno to Sakura and Naruto's table.
"Sakura!!!" Ameno greeted, happy to see someone she knew, and then greeted her in a friendly manner.
"Hi... Ameno... long time no see," Sakura replied, also happily greeting Ameno.
Soon, Jay and Ameno joined Sakura and Naruto's group, and they each introduced themselves.
From the conversation between the two groups, Jay realized that Team 7 was currently on a mission.
They were apparently still awaiting their next interview with their superiors, which was why they had been waiting in this border town for several days.
Initially, Jay was unsure where to begin his conversation with Naruto, but then Naruto's famous, friendly, and open nature came to the fore.
This made the conversation much easier, especially after Jay showed them exclusive puppets.
They immediately became curious and impressed, especially after explaining some of the advantages of the puppets he had brought.
And soon, with great persuasion, Jay managed to sell them puppets featuring famous ninja figures at a discount.
"Come on, think of this as a unique gift from us, as a gift for your first meeting," Jay said to Naruto, handing him the ninja puppet.
"Wow...this is so cool...after you told me how to play it, it seems like something special," he said happily.
"I can't imagine what Grandma Tsunade's face would be like when she saw this puppet that resembled her, hahahahah..." Naruto laughed happily, thinking about Tsunade's expression when she saw the puppet he had brought.
"The Fifth Hokage would definitely praise you, Naruto," Jay replied, supporting Naruto's statement.
"As for Master Kakashi, we can also make puppets in costume, which are guaranteed to satisfy you." Jay also promoted the puppets to Kakashi.
"No, I'm not interested," Kakashi replied with a straight face, as if he didn't feel the need to buy the puppets Jay offered. Although they were unique, he still felt no need for them.
"Oh... what if the puppets could be like... this... this... and this..." Jay then whispered something to Kakashi.
"Ummm... is that possible?" Kakashi asked again, his expression now changing.
"Yes, it can be done..." Jay replied with a mysterious smile.
"Okay, I'll order one," Kakashi then decided to order and whispered further to Jay.
Seeing this, Naruto and the others became curious about what kind of puppet their teacher wanted.
"Teacher... what kind of puppet did you order?" Naruto asked curiously.
"Yes, teacher... what kind of puppet did you order?" Sakura also asked.
As for Sayo, although she didn't speak, her gaze was also curious.