Lost Roads, Blooming Hearts

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Sakura
This isn't the way to the science museum. We should have turned right at the last intersection!
Sakura
We're going to miss the entire exhibit on medical innovations if we don't turn around soon.
Naruto
Are you kidding? This is way better than some boring museum! Look at those mountains!
Naruto
We're having a real adventure now, believe it!
Sakura
Great. Now the bus is overheated. This is exactly why we should stick to planned routes!
Sakura
(Why does this always happen when I'm with him?)
Naruto
Everyone! The driver says it'll take an hour for help to arrive. There's a trail right there leading to a lookout point!
Naruto
Who wants to see something amazing instead of waiting around a broken bus?
Sakura
This is completely irresponsible. We should stay by the bus where it's safe.
Sakura
But I can't let you all get lost out here... someone responsible needs to keep an eye on things.
Naruto
Sakura-chan! Hurry up! You've got to see this view!
Naruto
It's the most beautiful thing I've ever seen!
Sakura
Oh... wow. You can see the entire valley from here.
Sakura
I had no idea something like this was so close to the city.
Naruto
Sometimes the best things happen when you're not following the plan, ya know?
Naruto
I'm glad you came up here, Sakura-chan. Wouldn't be the same without you.
Sakura
Maybe you're right, Naruto. I was so focused on where we were supposed to be going...
Sakura
...that I almost missed where we actually ended up. Thank you for dragging me up here.
Naruto
Look at this place, Sakura-chan! It must be hundreds of years old!
Naruto
This is way better than any museum. Real adventure finds you when you least expect it!
Sakura
We shouldn't wander too far from the bus, Naruto. The driver said help is coming within the hour.
Sakura
(Though I have to admit, this place does have a mysterious charm to it.)
Sakura
These statues are interesting... one looks methodical and precise, the other wild and intuitive.
Sakura
The inscription says something about 'opposite forces finding harmony' and 'complementary spirits'...
Naruto
Hey, I think these stones in the middle can move! If I just push this one...
Sakura
Naruto, stop! The whole structure is unstable!
Sakura
(This is exactly why we shouldn't go exploring ancient buildings without proper guidance!)
Naruto
I've got you, Sakura-chan!
Naruto
(Her heart is beating so fast... or is that mine?)
Sakura
The statues... they're glowing! I think we need to place our hands on them together.
Sakura
Maybe that's what the inscription means - two different approaches working in harmony.
Naruto
The shrine gave us these matching charms. The old man at my apartment says these bring people closer together.
Naruto
Guess the shrine thinks we make a good team, huh, Sakura-chan?
Sakura
Maybe opposites really do attract, Naruto. Your chaos and my order... it somehow works.
Sakura
(When did his hand start feeling so warm and right against mine?)
Naruto
Sakura-chan! Look what the amulets led us to! A hidden hot spring!
Naruto
The water looks amazing! This is exactly what we need after hiking through these mountains!
Sakura
The mineral composition must be rich in sulfur based on that color. These springs are known for their healing properties.
Sakura
(The amulet is warm against my skin... it's almost like it wanted us to find this place.)
Naruto
Hey everyone! We found a natural hot spring! Come check it out!
Naruto
The bus won't be fixed for hours anyway! This is way better than sitting around waiting!
Sakura
Wait a minute... this is a traditional bath from centuries ago!
Sakura
There's no separation between men and women! It's just one big communal bath!
Sakura
(This is a disaster waiting to happen with our entire class!)
Sakura
Everyone stop! As class representative, I need to establish some rules!
Sakura
We need designated bathing times or areas! This isn't a free-for-all!
Naruto
Hey, why is my amulet glowing so bright all of a sudden?
Naruto
Sakura-chan! Yours is doing the same thing!
Naruto
I've got an idea! Everyone give me a hand with these rocks and branches!
Naruto
We can build a barrier right across the middle of the spring. Not perfect, but it'll work!
Sakura
That's... actually a perfect solution, Naruto.
Sakura
You found a way to keep the adventure while still respecting boundaries. I'm impressed.
Naruto
You know, Sakura-chan, I think we make a pretty good team. Your planning, my improvising.
Naruto
Just like those statues at the shrine said – opposite forces finding harmony.
Sakura
I can feel your back against mine through the branches, Naruto.
Sakura
And our amulets are still glowing. Maybe there's something to this whole "complementary spirits" thing after all.
Sakura
(Sometimes the wrong turn leads exactly where you're supposed to be.)