51: Make Out in Paradise? Singles Writing for Singles!

[Next.]

[Sasuke came to Sarutobi Asuma's class, intending to take Ino with him.]

[Sarutobi Asuma didn't say anything, agreeing without hesitation. Then, quietly pulling Sasuke aside, he asked in a low voice:]

["Sasuke, I've explained things to Kurenai multiple times, but why hasn't she forgiven me yet?"]

[Although it was a bit embarrassing to ask such a question to someone younger than him,]

[Sarutobi Asuma was desperate.]

[Among his peers, many were still single. Meanwhile, Sasuke, at a young age, managed to keep three girls in harmony!]

[It's better to just ask Sasuke directly!]

[Sasuke secretly felt amused, his mind racing:]

["Asuma-sensei's approach probably didn't leave an impression on Kurenai. There's a skill to talking that needs to be learned."]

[Sarutobi Asuma hurriedly asked: "How can I improve my ability to talk to women?"]

["Simple!"]

[Sasuke pulled out a book from his pocket.]

[Jiraiya's latest masterpiece, Intimate Violence!]

[He had bought two copies—one for himself and the other intended for Kakashi-sensei, but given Kakashi's recent mood, he doubted he would be interested.]

["I've been following this series since I was a kid, and I picked up a few things along the way."]

["This is the latest work by Master Jiraiya. I'll lend it to you, Asuma-sensei!"]

[Sasuke handed over the book.]

["Will just reading this really help?" Sarutobi Asuma hesitated. "Kakashi is always reading Make-Out Paradise, and he's still single!"]

[Sasuke explained: "That's because Kakashi-sensei never makes an effort. He's content with Guy for company! With Kakashi-sensei's looks, finding a girlfriend should be easy!"]

["You have a point." Sarutobi Asuma nodded.]

[Sasuke continued, "So, Asuma-sensei, you need to study carefully. The way girls like to be spoken to, and their psychology, can be learned from here!"]

["Really?!" Sarutobi Asuma's eyes lit up as he held Intimate Violence like a precious treasure. "Thank you!"]

[Sarutobi Asuma felt even more grateful to Sasuke.]

[Without him, his relationship with Kurenai might become more strained!]

["No problem!"]

[Sasuke waved dismissively, laughing internally.]

[Intimate Paradise, written by an eternally single man, being read by Sarutobi Asuma, an older single man... it would only lead him further astray!]

[At first, Sasuke had also been misled by it.]

[But luckily, if he said something wrong, he could always fix things with his looks.]

[But Sarutobi Asuma doesn't have that advantage...]

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Sarutobi Asuma was already fuming!

A steady stream of curses flowed out!

Nara Shikamaru: "Asuma-sensei, please calm down..."

Sarutobi Asuma: "Calm down? How can I calm down! I beep beep beep—"

Inuzuka Kiba: "This is tragic! He has to thank Sasuke for basically selling him out!"

Aburame Shino: "Whether it's Kurenai-sensei or Asuma-sensei, they're both being played by Sasuke."

Jiraiya: "How could my book lead people astray?! Maybe the Asuma in that world improved his communication skills after reading it!"

Orochimaru: "Jiraiya, try to maintain some dignity."

Tsunade: "Heh! Jiraiya, you want to teach others with what you wrote? I'm dying! Asuma and Kurenai's relationship is doomed!"

Jiraiya: "You guys! Minato, Minato, tell me! Is there anything wrong with my writing in Make-Out Paradise?"

Namikaze Minato: "Jiraiya-sensei, please stop talking..."

Minato had also read Make-Out Paradise when he was younger. He tried a few lines with Kushina, but nearly got scolded to death!

Orochimaru: "Jiraiya, your disciples have seen through your 'wisdom'."

Jiraiya: "...Damn it! There's nothing wrong with my writing! If it's so wrong, why is Make-Out Paradise so popular?"

Terumi Mei: "Generally speaking, singles write the best content in this area, since the readers are usually single too."

Jiraiya: "..."

Hatake Kakashi: "...That really hit me hard."

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[At the training ground:]

[Sasuke had gathered Sakura, Ino, and Hinata.]

["Although the Chūnin exam is a team-based event, in the end, it's an individual's combat strength that is tested."]

["The Chūnin exams also have a fatality rate, and participants are allowed to attack and even kill one another. You must take this seriously!"]

[Sasuke said with a stern expression.]

["Huh? I thought Sasuke-kun just wanted an excuse to hang out with us. Is this really for training?"]

[Ino was a bit disappointed, wanting to cling to Sasuke and drape her arms around his neck.]

["Be serious! I'm serious!"]

[Sasuke's face grew cold, his voice firm.]

["This isn't the Academy graduation exam. If you're careless in the Chūnin exams, you might actually die!"]

[Seeing the three girls startled, Sasuke continued.]

[Sakura: "Yes! I'll work hard!"]

[Hinata: "M-me too!"]

[Ino: "Ugh... fine, I'll get serious."]

[Sasuke, seeing Ino's aggrieved expression, softened slightly.]

[After all, she was his girlfriend. It was fine to be strict about training, but he didn't need to be too harsh.]

["Ahem, if you train hard, I'll take the best performer on a date for the whole day!"]

[Sasuke coughed and said.]

[In an instant!]

[The eyes of all three girls lit up.]

[Their enthusiasm was ignited!]

["Hmph! I'm on Sasuke-kun's team and train with him every day. I'm definitely going to be the best!"]

[Sakura said with confidence.]

["...I'll have my father teach me a new clan secret when I get home!"]

[Ino's competitive spirit surged.]

["I-I won't lose to either of you!"]

[Hinata, though shy, was determined.]

[The idea of a whole day alone with Sasuke, though a bit embarrassing, was something Hinata really wanted to win!]

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Inuzuka Kiba: "Ahhhh! I'm losing it! Why do I have to watch this? Why does Sasuke have so many girls fighting over him?!"

Aburame Shino: "First, you need Sasuke's looks, then his talent and strength, and finally, his way with words."

Nara Shikamaru: "Too troublesome. I'd rather stay single."

Yamanaka Ino: "Hmph, I'll be the one to win in the end!"

Sakura has no family secrets, and Hinata is too shy!

The final winner must be her!

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I'm sick today guys, so it will be just a chapter 🤧

Good monday for all!