Chapter 94: What Happened To The Princess? Can't You Eat Hand Knives?

"You think of running, there's no way for you to escape now, Your Highness."

[Koyuki Kazahana glared at Naruto with frustration. "Why are you even speaking? You don't understand anything about my situation!"]

[Naruto smirked, leaning against the cabin wall. "You're wrong. I understand perfectly. Your fear of returning to the Land of Snow stems from the trauma of losing your father and the hopelessness of facing a powerful enemy. You've convinced yourself that avoiding your problems is the only way to survive. But let me tell you something, running away never solves anything."]

["What would a kid like you know about trauma?!" Koyuki snapped, her voice trembling with anger.]

[Naruto's expression darkened, his usual playful demeanor replaced by something colder. "I know more than you think, Princess. More than I'd like to admit. But if there's one thing I've learned, it's that you can't let fear control you. You either face it head-on or let it consume everything you care about."]

[Koyuki Kazahana was stunned into silence. She could feel the weight behind Naruto's words, as if they were forged from his own painful experiences.]

[San Taifu, standing to the side, cleared his throat. "Your Highness, please believe in us. The people of the Land of Snow need you. We cannot abandon them to the tyranny of Fenghua Nutao."]

[Before Koyuki could respond, Naruto stood up and stretched. "Alright, enough talking. We've got work to do. If you're so worried about your safety, just stay close to me. I'll handle any Snow Ninja who comes our way."]

[Koyuki scoffed, her defiance returning. "You're awfully confident for someone who looks like they couldn't even win a sparring match."]

[Naruto grinned, his fangs flashing. "Guess you'll find out soon enough, Princess."]

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On the Deck

[As the ship sailed closer to the Land of Snow, the temperature began to drop drastically. The crew bundled themselves in thick coats, while Naruto remained unfazed, his body radiating a strange warmth.]

["How are you not freezing?" one of the crew members asked, shivering.]

[Naruto scratched his head sheepishly. "Oh, I've been through worse. Besides, I've got a few tricks up my sleeve to keep warm."]

[Koyuki, wrapped in layers of blankets, scowled at him. "Show-off."]

[Suddenly, the lookout shouted, "Incoming! Enemy ship spotted on the horizon!"]

[The crew panicked as a sleek, armored vessel approached, bearing the emblem of Fenghua Nutao. Snow Ninja were visible on the deck, preparing for battle.]

["Looks like they've found us," San Taifu said grimly. "Your Highness, you must stay below deck."]

["No way!" Koyuki protested. "I refuse to hide like a coward while you all risk your lives!"]

[Naruto stepped forward, cracking his knuckles. "Don't worry, Princess. I'll handle this. Just stay out of my way."]

[Before anyone could stop him, Naruto leapt off the ship and landed gracefully on the icy water, chakra flowing to his feet to keep him steady.]

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Battle on the Frozen Sea

[The Snow Ninja watched in disbelief as Naruto stood confidently on the water, his orange jacket standing out against the pale blue sea. One of them sneered. "What's this? A lone ninja trying to stop us? He's either brave or stupid."]

[Naruto grinned, raising his fists. "Guess you'll find out which soon enough."]

[The Snow Ninja launched an attack, sending a barrage of ice projectiles hurtling toward him. Naruto weaved through them effortlessly, his speed and reflexes astonishing his enemies.]

["That all you've got?" Naruto taunted, forming a series of hand seals. "Let me show you what I can do."]

[In an instant, dozens of shadow clones appeared around him, each one ready for battle. The Snow Ninja faltered, realizing they were outnumbered.]

["Get him!" their leader shouted, but it was already too late. The clones swarmed the enemy ship, overwhelming the Snow Ninja with a coordinated assault.]

[Naruto himself confronted their leader, a hulking figure clad in heavy armor. The man smirked, drawing a massive blade. "You think a kid like you can take me down?"]

[Naruto's eyes glinted mischievously. "Let's find out!" He lunged forward, dodging the man's heavy swings and delivering a powerful kick to his chest. The impact sent the man flying backward, crashing into the deck.]

["Who... who is this kid?!" one of the Snow Ninja stammered.]

["Uzumaki Naruto," he said simply, standing tall amidst the chaos. "And you picked the wrong ship to mess with."]

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After the Battle

[With the enemy ship disabled and the Snow Ninja retreating, Naruto returned to his own ship, greeted by cheers from the crew. Even San Taifu looked at him with newfound respect.]

["You're incredible, Naruto-kun," he said, clapping him on the shoulder.]

[Naruto grinned, rubbing the back of his head. "Aw, it was nothing. Just doing my job."]

[Koyuki approached him cautiously, her expression unreadable. "I'll admit, you're stronger than you look. But don't think this means I trust you."]

[Naruto shrugged. "That's fine. You don't have to trust me. Just trust that I'll keep my promise to help you take back the Land of Snow."]

[Koyuki hesitated, then nodded slowly. "Alright... but don't let me down."]

[Naruto smirked. "I won't."]

[As the ship continued its journey toward the Land of Snow, the crew felt a renewed sense of hope. With Uzumaki Naruto leading the charge, they believed they might just have a chance to change their fate.]

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