Have you ever thought, "I wish I was a grown-up?"
Bah. I've completely gotten used to high speed log-wrapping.
I thought you were training your Leaf Whirlwind?
Well...
Drunken Fist
Originally I was planning on training my Drunken Fist...
But I've gotten so used to spinning around...
...that I can't get into a drunk-like state anymore.
Making yourself dizzy doesn't count as training the Drunken Fist...
If I was old enough to drink, this wouldn't be a problem.
Yeah, it's easy to forget we're still minors and can't drink.
I wish I was a grown-up.
I could get my license.
Wait up!
I could stay in the arcade all night...
Go home, kid!
I could emit a powerful natural musk.
That's called "old man stink."
I'm not a child anymore.
I wish I was an adult just like Guy Sensei.
That reminds me... Where is Guy Sensei, anyway?
Now that you mention it...
My whole body's sore...
Must be muscle soreness from all that training two days ago...
Regain the energy of your youth?
Yes! If I take these...
Youth!
Taking Care of Guy Sensei!
That's definitely Guy Sensei.
Thought so.
Those magnificent eyebrows and chiseled jawline...
...could only belong to Guy Sensei.
The pills were meant to be taken once per day,
but he appears to have swallowed a whole bottle.
Only Guy Sensei would do something so careless.
So how do we get him back to normal?
He'll change back when the medicine wears off.
You can leave him be.
He needs to learn that you reap what you sow.
G-Guy Sensei, what's wrong?
C-Come back!
Guy Sensei!
Stop!
Gotcha!
Get down here!
I guess we can't leave him be, after all.
We're going to have to find an adult...
...with lots of child care experience to watch him!
Adult?
So if I can babysit Guy Sensei, that'll make me an adult, too?
That's really forcing it.
You're still a child yourself, Lee.
I'll take him to－
Fine!
I'll prove to you that I'm mature beyond my years!
Leaf Mart
How do you intend to prove your maturity at the grocery store?
Stop, you!
Guy Sensei, what is it?
That's Guy Sensei for you.
Even as a baby, his athleticism is world-class.
This is no time to admire him.
Uh oh, he opened it up.
No, we're not shopping for toys.
I said no!
Lee, will you do something about him?
You're the one trying to prove how adult you are!
Guy Sensei!
Let's buy it.
You're not mad?!
I'm acting like an adult.
A bad one!
I think I've made my point.
Actually, I think you disproved your own point.
Well, Guy Sensei has calmed down...
All right, I'll entrust him to you three.
You what?!
We'll figure something out.
Don't sweat it!
We'll be just fine!
I've got a bad feeling about this...
It's official. I'm now an adult.
Please, please behave!
Guy Sensei.
Peek-a...
Byakugan!
Why you!
There's no point in getting mad.
Gotta be mature...
I've got all the maturity we need!
This is so awful...
No one will want to marry me now!
You need to take responsibility for this!
This should cover it.
That's your idea of maturity?!
Guy Sensei's calmed down, hasn't he?
Guess he tired himself out.
Let's just leave him with Shizune, guys.
We can't－
No, we need to act like adults and see this through.
But...
I want to be a man as soon as possible!
What's the rush?
The path to adulthood's more of a long climb than a race to the finish.
Climb, that's it!
I'll climb the stairs to adulthood while Guy Sensei's napping!
This is where I'll make my debut.
Here?
You're thinking of a playground debut?
Actually, the mothers here have kids about the same age, so it could work.
No, over here.
Leaf University
The university?!
Yup.
University
A university debut?!
Guy Sensei, too?!
Watch him for me.
You're not going inside?
Black coffee.
Drinking black coffee doesn't make you an adult.
Menswear
I need a suit.
That's so ugly!
A suit isn't gonna help you anyway!
Take me somewhere far, far, away from here.
You need a life goal before you run off on your own!
All right!
Let's rock and roll all night!
You just wanted an excuse to say that.
Whew, he's finally asleep.
"I'm staying at a friend's house tonight."
Is Lee... still trying to be an adult?
I guess he is climbing the stairs...
Yay!
Lee, get home this instant!
Tenten's worried sick!
Yeah, you totally ditched Guy Sensei, too!
If you wanna be an adult, act like one!
Neji, Tenten...
I'm not a kid anymore.
I can make my own decisions!
Hey, Lee! Lee!
Yeah, I'm an adult.
Hey, you.
Officer, that's him!
You were the one shopping in my store earlier!
You need to pay for all the damage your kid caused!
There he is!
Your kid drew graffiti all over the park!
Act like an adult and clean up after your kid!
I, uh... Um...
You know what happens to men...
...who don't take responsibility for their actions, don't you?
What was I...
Rock Lee, a.k.a. "The Ninja Who Can't Use Ninjutsu," was taken into custody.
Lee!
What... have you...
The police are still searching for his accomplices.
I did it...
I'm just like Guy Sensei now!
This is wrong...
Being an adult is much harder than Lee thought...
Everyone gets lonely sometimes.
Even the Hokage.
Lost again...
That looks yummy!
Darling, feed me.
Do you like it, honey?
Now it's my turn.
Looks like it's rice and water for me.
Lady Tsuna－
So lonely...
Lady Tsunade's Marriage Interview!
Lady Tsunade's feeling lonely? I wonder why...
Maybe she's pining for a little more excitement in her life?
Excitement, huh?
That's not exciting, it's just annoying!
If she's lonely, she probably wants someone to talk to.
Or maybe she wants a boyfriend!
Yeah, she looked really jealous of that couple!
That must be it.
But we can't do anything about that.
Sure we can!
I've got a brilliant idea!
Lady Tsunade!
Come to a marriage interview!
Huh?!
I understand!
The single life has you feeling down.
Hey－
And the only way to change that,
Wha－
is to find someone to share your life with!
What on earth are you－
Have no fear!
I'll find the perfect match for you.
See you later.
Hey, wait－
Marriage?!
What the heck is Lee thinking?!
This sounds like some kind of new-age marriage scam!
And I have no money.
The coast is clear.
Running was the right call.
He's probably cut off the sea routes,
and taken control of vehicular transportation.
I win, Lee.
Marriage, my foot.
Even Lee would never expect the Hokage to hide out...
...in the Hidden Cloud Village.
I've been waiting for you.
Wh-What're you doing here?!
What else?
Preparing for your marriage interview.
But I didn't think you'd come on your own!
Now, let's go.
I've been working my tail off for you, Lady Tsunade!
Now then, let us begin the interview.
Please come in.
Wow, talk about an impressive candidate!
Lee, why'd you get the Raikage?!
I was trying to think of a suitable husband for Lady Tsunade,
and the Raikage just kinda popped into my head.
If we can deliver the right atmosphere, I'm positive they'll want to tie the knot.
He has a point.
If the Hokage and Raikage got married,
the two villages would merge and become a huge mega-village.
A political marriage of convenience?!
Oh, I couldn't find a suitable mediator, so I settled on Mr. Teuchi.
Mr. Teuchi's getting too much screen time lately!
Lady Tsunade, don't be so nervous.
Of course she's nervous.
Lady Tsunade, let's start by picking your meal.
There's the A course and the B course.
I don't care.
Oh, um...
Odds or evens?
Evens!
Evens... I mean, B it is.
I'll have the B, too, then.
Then we'll have the A.
This is no time to be flabbergasted!
This is the Raikage.
It'll be hard enough to turn him down,
and I can't be even the slightest bit rude!
But if I just let things play out...
Flex it!
No!
How am I gonna get out of this?!
I'd like to start by highlighting Lady Tsunade's many womanly charms.
Womanly charms?
Ah ha!
I just need to show the Raikage I'm not his type!
That way he'll be the one to say no,
and it won't harm relations between the villages!
I've got a plan!
But first, are there any conditions...
...you'd like to place on the negotiations?
Conditions?
What's a good way to make him say no...
Place your bets!
All in, evens!
I hate to have to say this, but...
I will not move with your family, nor will I change my last name.
He'd have to live with her...
A prerequisite for joining the other's clan.
The Hyugas follow the same rule to protect the family.
I'd bet anything the Raikage wants a woman who'll join his family.
Victory is mine.
Oh, is that all?
That's a given, with you being Hokage and whatnot.
But it's commendable that you remember...
...your position as Hokage, even in this situation!
Yes, a ninja must always put their mission first.
It appears both parties agree.
I can't believe he agreed!
We're off to a good start!
Now, you two should get to know one another,
let's talk about your hobbies.
Hobbies?
Should I say something weird and creepy to contrast with my normal image,
Nervous
like people watching??
Raikage Single
No, no, no, they'll misconstrue it like last time,
and say I'm a good Hokage for watching over the village!
Okay, gonna have to take a big risk...
My only hobby...
...is blowing all my money gambling!
How wonderful, dedicating yourself so thoroughly to one thing!
As the head of the village, you face difficult choices every single day.
So you hone your instincts, that they may better serve the village!
Exemplary!
Indeed!
I lost again.
I was sure he'd want nothing to do with me...
Then again, it's been a long time since...
Life
...I've gambled with so much on the line. It's kinda fun...
Stop it! Not now!
Incredible, Lady Tsunade.
Focusing your passions on one hobby. It's so youthful!
Guy, what're you doing here?!
I wanted to be here for you in this critical moment!
You're just having fun...
Wait a sec...
If I take advantage of his tendency to act without any forethought,
I may still have a chance to sabotage this meeting,
and escape marrying the Raikage!
Following his lead might be my ticket out of this mess.
I must say I'm impressed.
Hokage or not, for someone to consider marrying a violent,
compulsive gambler without a hint of feminine charm－
That's enough outta you!
That move... Only the one chosen by the gods of sadism can use it.
Supersonic bondage!
Amazing.
And it's working, all thanks to Guy Sensei's reassuring presence!
It impressed him even more!
So, what do you do on your days off when you're not gambling?
Another chance!
I've got a rhythm now, thanks to the previous gambles!
Let's do this. Put everything on black!
When I'm not gambling,
I spend all day in my pajamas.
Yes!
Saving water and electricity by cutting back on laundry, right?
Frugality is a wonderful trait for a wife!
And the environment!
The environment.
I just can't win...
Hey, he cheated!
Am I really about to get married?
Flex it!
Your meals are ready.
Ramen?
The A course is Ichiraku ramen.
We're finally in a traditional restaurant and it's the same old stuff...
And the B course, Hidden Cloud filet mignon in a red wine sauce.
Wow.
That looks good.
I wish I'd ordered the B course.
Looks like you won, Lady Tsunade.
I won?
Impossible...
At this point I should have no chance of winning...
This is delicious!
Delicious indeed.
They even have the same taste in food.
That settles it.
Yes.
Hotel Marriage Interview
I'm so glad you won't be lonely anymore!
It was pricey, but if that's what it costs for you two...
...to live in wedded bliss for the rest of your lives...
Huh?
What?
Who?
You and Lady Tsunade, Lord Raikage... the marriage interview was...
Excuse me?
I have no intention of marrying the Hokage.
I just came here for a good meal.
Take care.
N-No!
Yes!
I wasn't sure there for a while,
but these marriage interviews are pretty fun!
Better luck next time, kids!
Looks like it's rice and water for me...
Lee!
Y-Yes?
I'd like to do another marriage interview.
Can you set it up for me?
I'm thinking we should do seafood this time!
Give me a break!
The Final Battle Our Final Mission is S-Ranked!
Next week is "The Final Battle,"
and "Our Final Mission is S-Ranked!"
Finally, Sakura and I are getting married.
I knew you could do it, Lee. Congrats.
I owe a lot to you, too, Neji!
Hold on, what's all this now?
Before the final battle, the main character always tells the girl he loves,
"When this is all over, let's get married."
And then she always says yes!
It's common knowledge.
It most certainly is not.
And plus it always marks the character for death,
so keep your mouth shut!