Naruto: The Ninja World's Life Buyer

Chapter 179 A Gift from the New Route, A Gift Across the Ocean

early morning.

The sound of wheels broke the tranquility outside the Kikyō Pavilion.

"Sigh"

The coachman tightened the reins. Those were several carriages bearing the crests of the Land of Tea and the Mustard Family.

After half a month of sea and land transport, the first batch of goods transported to Konoha via the new shipping route has finally arrived.

Sosuke stood at the doorway, wearing only a thin coat.

"Very efficient."

He nodded in satisfaction.

"Move in."

The hall was filled with boxes of all sizes.

These boxes were labeled with various countries: lightning patterns from the Land of Thunder, wave patterns from the Land of Water, and even exotic scripts never seen before—goods from even more distant overseas countries.

"Wow--

Xiyan took out a large conch shell from a box.

The conch shell was as big as her head, with pink and white spiral patterns on its surface, shimmering with a pearly luster.

"What is this?" Xi Yan asked curiously, touching it.

"This is the sound of the sea."

Sosuke placed the conch shell on Yugao's ear.

"Listen to it."

He gently blew a breath.

Xi Yan's eyes widened.

"Whoosh—whoosh—"

It was the echo of the wind passing through a seashell, deep and far-reaching. For a child born inland, this was a song of nature he had never heard before.

"How amazing!"

Sosuke smiled and stuffed the conch shell into her arms.

"This is a gift for you. And this too—"

He opened a small wooden box.

It was a box of colorful candies.

"This is a specialty of the Water Kingdom: sea salt fruit candy."

Sosuke picked up a candy, unwrapped it, and popped it into Yugao's mouth.

"Thank you, Dad!" Xiyan cheered.

For children, candy is the most genuine happiness.

Chiba.

Sosuke pointed to a heavy iron box next to him.

"This is for you."

Chiba walked over and opened the box.

Inside was a set of extremely fine glassware, and several pieces of uncut natural crystal.

On top of it was a thick book.

The book cover reads "Illustrated Guide to Exotic Creatures and Anatomy," and the author is listed as an unfamiliar overseas scholar.

"This is----"

"This was brought to me by Tuo and Jie from a technologically advanced island nation across the sea."

Sosuke explained.

"Their glassmaking technology is fifty years more advanced than ours. The precision of these lenses allows you to see the structure inside a cell nucleus."

"And that book—it's said that country doesn't cultivate chakra, but specializes in biotechnology."

"It's so...so precious!"

Chiba held that book as if it were a peerless secret manual.

For a scientist with a thirst for knowledge, the value of this gift surpasses that of gold.

"Thank you, Mr. Sosuke! I will definitely study it carefully!"

Chiba just wanted to take these things and crawl into the basement.

"Go."

Sosuke waved his hand.

"Just don't ruin your eyesight."

"Ryoma".

Sousuke looked at Ryoma Aburame, who was standing in the corner.

Ryoma was stunned for a moment.

"Me too?"

"certainly."

Sosuke kicked a sealed ceramic jar next to his feet.

Be careful not to break it.

"This is a special honey from the Kamimizu clan of the Land of Earth."

"I've heard that if insects are fed this high-energy honey for a long time, their shells will evolve to be as hard as rock."

Longma's eyes widened slightly behind his sunglasses.

The Kamisumiryu clan is one of the most powerful families in Iwagakure. Like the Aburame clan, this family are insect manipulators, capable of raising and controlling various types of bees.

The honey produced by these bees has special effects and is often highly sought after but unavailable.

"Takaya Jonin————"

Longma lowered his head, his voice somewhat hoarse.

"I am extremely grateful."

Sosuke patted him on the shoulder.

Kaori was tidying up the empty boxes.

"Kaori".

Sosuke walked up behind her.

"Come with me."

Second floor, master bedroom.

Sosuke closed the door and took out a small, exquisite lacquer box.

The box is about the size of a palm, with mother-of-pearl inlaid on its surface, shimmering with light.

"What is this?"

Kaori was a little curious.

"Open it and take a look."

Kaori gently lifted the lid. A cool, refreshing fragrance wafted out.

Inside the box was a translucent, creamy white paste.

"This is the Flawless Cream."

Sosuke introduced in a soft voice.

"A tribute from the Daimyo of the Land of Water. It is said to be made from deep-sea pearl powder and special medicinal algae."

Its function is to remove scars.

Kaori was slightly taken aback.

Scars. That's the fate of female ninjas.

She had more than a dozen scars of varying sizes on her body. Although they were usually covered by her clothes, on those passionate nights, she would subconsciously try to hide them, afraid of spoiling Sosuke's mood.

"Hand out."

Kaori slowly extended her right hand.

There was a faint scar on her arm. It was left a long time ago when she blocked an enemy's kunai.

Sosuke took her hand and gently applied the cool ointment to the scar. His fingertips moved in gentle circles to help absorption.

"It feels cool —"

Kaori felt comfortable.

The ointment seeped into the skin, and the old, stiff feeling seemed to soften slowly.

"And on his body."

Sosuke's voice was full of gentleness.

Kaori blushed.

But under Sosuke's gaze, she obediently untied her sash.

Her kimono slipped down, revealing her smooth back and a few scars.

These scars stood out starkly against her jade-like skin, ruining the overall aesthetic.

Back, chest, abdomen, legs — quickly applied the ointment to all the scars.

"This ointment works very well. As long as you continue to use it, these scars will disappear and your skin will return to normal."

Kaori bit her lip, her body trembling slightly.

It feels so good to be cherished. This man remembers every wound on her body and every source of insecurity in her heart.

"Why are you being so good to me?!"

Kaori's voice was choked with sobs.

Sosuke bent down and placed a kiss next to the scar on her shoulder.

"I hope that in my arms, you won't have any psychological burdens or need to hide anything from me."

Kaori threw herself into Sousuke's arms.

She held the man tightly.

"Boss————"

Sosuke stroked her long hair.

"This ointment will also be the flagship product of Takaya Trading Company, specifically sold to noble ladies and female ninjas."

"You are the first user."

"If it works well, we're going to make a fortune."

The somewhat romantic and touching atmosphere was shattered.

Kaori stopped crying and smiled. She looked up, her eyes filled with love and helplessness.

"You really are something else—you never forget business, no matter what."

"Business is life."

Sosuke smiled and helped her pull up her clothes, covering her snow-white skin.

"If I don't do a good job in business, how will I make a living like this?"

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"You're always right."

Kaori said softly.

"So, as the first user, my evaluation is..."

She leaned close to Sosuke's ear, her breath sweet as orchids.

"It feels so good. It's cool and refreshing, and the pain and itching have all disappeared."

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"That's good."

Sosuke took the opportunity to put his arm around her waist and led her to the bed.

The two lay down on the soft tatami mats.

Kaori stretched out her arms and wrapped them around his neck.

"Don't move."

Sosuke grabbed her arm.

"Let me see you."

Kaori closed her eyes, her eyelashes trembling slightly, letting the man's gaze sweep over her.

"Boss—if this ointment really can remove scars—"

Kaori was filled with anticipation.

"Once my skin has recovered, could you—take me to buy some new clothes? Short-sleeved ones."

Because of her scars, she never dared to wear short-sleeved clothes before.

Sosuke was taken aback.

"certainly."

He lowered his head, his forehead touching hers.

"I will have the best tailor in Konoha make a custom-made suit for you."

"We'll take a picture then."

"You, me, and Xiyan."

Kaori smiled.