Kushina’s Fiery Lessons for Naruto. (Patreon)

Kushina: (leaning in with a teasing grin) "Naruto, really? You call that your best effort? An Uzumaki doesn’t do ‘halfway.’ We’re all in, or nothing at all."
Naruto: (scratching the back of his head, blushing slightly) "Come on, Mom! It’s not that bad… is it? I mean, you’ve got high standards!"
Kushina: (playfully taps his forehead) "High standards? That’s what it takes to be the best! Or are you saying you can’t handle a real challenge?"
Naruto: (crosses arms, smirking) "Oh, I can handle it. Bring it on, believe it!"
Kushina: (steps closer, voice dropping playfully) "Careful, Naruto. That confidence might just get you into trouble. You sure you’re ready for the full Uzumaki experience?"
Naruto: (gulps, trying to keep his composure) "W-what does that mean exactly…?"
Kushina: (laughs lightly, ruffling his hair) "It means you’ve got a lot to learn. And don’t worry—I’m the best teacher you’ll ever have."