The Party Crashers

As the wedding festivities continued, Rose's friends showered her with compliments, expressing their disbelief and joy at witnessing her union with Sasuke.

Rose's Friend 1: Rose, it's like a fairytale come true. You truly got your hero back.

Rose's Friend 2: And seeing you in that stunning wedding gown is a memory for a lifetime.

Rose, basking in the happiness of the moment, held onto Sasuke's arm as they received congratulations from friends and well-wishers.

Meanwhile, Akane, accompanied by Ruby and Kana, observed the celebration. Ruby and Kana couldn't help but express their admiration for the newlyweds.

Ruby: Aunt Rose looks absolutely stunning, and Uncle Sasuke has this enigmatic charm even in their 40s.

Kana: I wish Kota could surprise me like this.

Akane, trying to navigate the conversation, acknowledged their comments and subtly hinted at Ruby's and Kana's potential romantic futures.

Akane: Kana, you have Kota by your side, and Ruby, I believe you'll find someone who suits you perfectly.

However, when Kana curiously brought up Aqua, the atmosphere took a sudden turn. The power of the Hate Stone, unbeknownst to Ruby and Kana, started influencing Akane's emotions.

Kana: Akane, what about you and Aqua?

Akane, under the influence of the Hate Stone, responded with unexpected hostility.

Akane: Aqua... Why would I want to spend my life with scum like him?

Both Kana and Ruby were taken aback, realizing that Aqua had indeed used the Hate Stone, making Akane harbor resentment toward him.

Kana: I'm sorry for bringing it up. We shouldn't talk about him right now.

Ruby: Yeah, let's avoid mentioning him, especially considering the circumstances.

As Akane excused herself, expressing the need to prepare for her parents' reception party, the weight of the Hate Stone's influence lingered in the air.

Kana and Ruby exchanged concerned glances, sensing the gravity of Akane's unexpected reaction to Aqua's name.

Ruby: Kana, did you notice how Akane reacted when we mentioned Aqua?

Kana: Yeah, it was strange. She went from talking about love and relationships to suddenly despising Aqua.

Ruby: Do you think Aqua did something?

Kana: It's possible. He mentioned using a Hate Stone to make Akane hate him for some reason.

Ruby: Hate Stone? What's that?

Kana explained what Aqua had said about the stone and its purpose, leaving Ruby puzzled and worried about Akane's well-being.

Ruby: That sounds so extreme. Can't we do something to help Akane?

Kana: I don't know. Aqua seemed determined to go through with it, believing it was for Akane's own good.

Ruby: This is more complicated than I thought. Let's keep an eye on Akane and offer support if she needs it.

Kana nodded in agreement, both feeling uneasy about the situation and unsure of how Akane would cope with the influence of the Hate Stone.

Naruto savored the whiskey in his hand, enjoying the ambiance as Sasuke's wedding celebration unfolded. Lost in contemplation, he reflected on Sasuke's newfound happiness.

Naruto: Finally, Sasuke has found the contentment he deserves.

Observing Naruto from a distance, Ai grew curious about his thoughts. Summoning courage, she approached him, expressing her desire to join the festivities as a married couple.

Ai: Naruto, shall we go and greet everyone? We are husband and wife, after all.

Naruto, fixing her with a cold glare, shattered her hopes with words that cut deep.

Naruto: Married on paper, Ms. Hoshino. We shouldn't consider ourselves husband and wife. It's been over between us since that day.

Naruto took Ai's hand, leading her towards the crowd, leaving her struggling to conceal the pain behind a facade, ensuring the success of Sasuke's wedding.

Aqua stood outside the church, contemplating how he could find a pathway back to his own world.

Aqua (in his mind): I must discover a way to escape this narrative. I'm not the original Aqua of this story, and my world still needs my presence.

As he pondered his escape strategy, thoughts about the Aqua from this story crossed his mind.

Aqua: When my friend crafted this tale, he shaped this Aqua's character in stark contrast to the Aqua from "Oshi no ko." This version is kind, much like the original Naruto. Yet, the narrative has taken unexpected turns; Naruto didn't forgive Ai, and numerous characters have entered the plot.

Aqua took a deep breath, steeling himself before entering the church.

Aqua (Thoughts): Even though I've instilled hate for Aqua in Akane's heart, I must not be swayed by anything. Aqua's heart is resisting my will, and I need to find a way to control it.

As Aqua lost himself in contemplation, Sasuke and Rose were immersed in their private moments. Meanwhile, Naruto's attention shifted to the door, his eyes widening in surprise as two unexpected guests entered.

Naruto (grinning): Well, well, well, look who decided to grace us with their presence.

First guy: What can we say? It's not every day Sasuke ties the knot.

Second guy: Yeah, but he better not forget the meat at this shindig.

Naruto looked at both of them, his grin widening.

Naruto: Always thinking with your stomachs, huh? Good to see you both, Ichigo and Luffy.

As the three renowned warriors exchanged glances, a shared chuckle passed between them, signaling the start of another Big 3 reunion.

Naruto, Ichigo, and Luffy followed Naruto's lead as he guided them towards Sasuke and Rose, who were still wrapped up in their tender moments.

Naruto (with a grin): Come on, you two, let's go crash the party.

Ichigo and Luffy exchanged amused glances before nodding in agreement, eager to join in the festivities.

As they approached Sasuke and Rose, Naruto clapped his hands together to grab their attention.

Naruto: Hey, lovebirds! Look who I found lurking around outside.

Sasuke and Rose turned towards the trio, their expressions shifting from surprise to delight as they recognized their unexpected guests.

Sasuke: Well, well, if it isn't Ichigo and Luffy. What brings you two here?

Ichigo shrugged nonchalantly, while Luffy flashed a wide grin.

Ichigo: Just thought we'd crash the wedding and make sure you're not getting cold feet, Sasuke.

Luffy: Yeah! And to make sure there's enough meat at the feast!

Sasuke chuckled at their antics, while Rose extended a warm welcome to their friends.

Rose: We're thrilled to have you both here! Please, join us and celebrate this joyous occasion.

With Sasuke and Rose's invitation, the group came together, laughter filling the air as they embraced the spirit of camaraderie and celebration.