"What an unexpected development," Shikamaru walked ahead, looking back in the direction of the yard from time to time.
"Shhh... Speak quietly," Choji stopped with a red face, "I'm afraid I won't be able to look directly at my father in my life."
"Who would have thought that Aunt Lino and Uncle Choza and my mother would
have such a relationship," Shikamaru said thoughtfully, "It seems that everyone has their own unknown side."
"At least they love each other," Sai held Ino's hand, "although this way is unusual."
In the yard in the distance, Lino's suppressed moans and Choza's heavy breathing could still be vaguely heard. The four of them couldn't help but speed up their pace, trying
to stay away from this embarrassing sound.
"Having said that," Shikamaru tried to change the subject, "Which izakaya are you going to later?" "
"Let's choose the one we often go to," Choji barely cheered up, "The boss should not be asleep yet."
"I hope it won't be too bad when I report the mission tomorrow," Ino said worriedly, "
Tsunade-sama will definitely ask for details."
"Let's talk about it then," Sai put his arm around Ino's shoulder, "Tonight is the day we
celebrate."
Turning the last street corner, warm lights and lively voices greeted you. When the izakaya owner saw them, he greeted them warmly, saying, "Welcome!" Still coming so late?"
"There's something good to celebrate," Shikamaru replied with a smile, "Give us a private room."
"Okay," the boss led the way, "what do you want to drink?"
"Let's have a few pots of sake first," Choji ordered, "and some appetizers."
In the private room, four people sat around a table. Through the window, you can also
see the stars outside. There were faint cheers in the distance, which was the hustle and bustle of the village's nightlife.
Speaking of which, Shikamaru poured himself a glass of wine, "I always feel that too many incredible things happened tonight."
"Yes," Ino picked up his glass, "I feel like my whole life has changed in a new way on this day."
Sai also poured her a glass: "Cheers for our common memories."
The cups of the four people touched each other gently, and the crisp sound echoed in
this warm space. The moon outside the window is still bright, shining on this group of young people who are about to enter a new chapter in their lives.
"Seriously," Shikamaru took a sip of his wine, "Who would have thought that so many
things would happen in one day? From returning from the mission, to Heino... That, and then found Aunt lino and Choji's father..."
"Hey, don't be so blunt," Choji interrupted embarrassedly, "I'm almost embarrassed to death."
"This is also a part of life," Sai gave Ino a piece of barbecue, "The important thing is that we are all growing."
"Yes," Ino took the food, his face flushed, "Tonight's experience will always be remembered in my heart."
The sound of fireworks suddenly came from outside the window, and when I looked up, gorgeous flowers bloomed in the night sky.
"It looks like someone is celebrating," Shikamaru looked out the window, "I don't know whose child was born?"
"Maybe it's fate," Choji said with emotion, "Today is a special day for all of us."
The four raised their glasses to celebrate, and the wine sparkled under the lights. At th
is moment, they are not only comrades-in-arms, but also close friends, but also companions who have experienced the same changes.
"Speaking of which, how are you going to report to Lord Tsunade tomorrow?" Shikamaru finished drinking a glass and asked casually.
"Tell me the truth," Ino bit the tip of his chopsticks, "It's... Some details may be omitted. "
"For example, omitting the 'farewell party' of the three of us?" Choji smirked and teased.
"You dare to say it!" Ino was afraid that Sai would find out, so he pretended to be angry and kicked him.
"Okay, okay," Sai helped round the scene, "just say that the task is completed smoothly." As for the rest... Let it be a good memory for us. "
"It's settled," Shikamaru raised his glass, "This is our secret."
The private room is filled with a warm atmosphere. The fireworks outside the window
continued, reflecting four faces full of happiness.
"Actually, I think it's good," Ino said softly, "with good memories and a future to look forward to." "
"Cheers!" The four of them clinked glasses again, "For the past and for the future!"
In the early morning, the sun shines through the window lattice into Tsunade's office.
"Report!" Shikamaru stood at his desk, "This task has been successfully completed."
"Well," Tsunade flipped through the mission report, "I heard that Ino was engaged yesterday?"
"Yes," Ino lowered his head and smiled, "and Sai settled." "
"Congratulations," Tsunade said expressionlessly, "I remember you came back late last night?" "
Ino was speechless for a moment, not knowing how to answer.