New World

CHAPTER THREE

With the invaluable assistance of his dependable friend Naruto, Ben was able to purchase all the essential items he needed for his upcoming event. From food and drinks to clothes and decorations, they scoured the village and made sure to get everything on the list. After completing their shopping spree, the two decided to take a stroll around the area. However, Ben's stomach suddenly let out a loud growl, causing them to halt in their tracks. Feeling a bit embarrassed, Ben looked at Naruto with a sheepish grin while the latter appeared to be puzzled by the sudden noise emanating from his friend's belly.

"Ben-kun, are you feeling hungry?" Naruto inquired.

"Upon realizing that I had not eaten breakfast since I arrived, I decided to check the fridge for some food. Unfortunately, to my dismay, the fridge was empty. As a result, I had to go out and purchase some food to satisfy my hunger." It's written on the screen.

"I know a place we can eat. How about Ichiraku Ramen!" Naruto said with a smile.

Ben types on his phone screen before showing Naruto: "Sure, I've never eaten ramen before."

Naruto's expression shifted in surprise as his gaze fell upon the illuminated screen of his phone. The contents of the message had caught him off guard, causing his eyes to widen in shock. Without hesitation, he turned to his companion, Ben, and posed a question that seemed almost unbelievable. "You mean to tell me that you've never had ramen before?" he inquired, his voice laced with a mix of disbelief and intrigue. Ben, for his part, simply nodded in response, appearing somewhat mystified by Naruto's reaction.

"You should try it. It's the most delicious food you've ever tasted!" Naruto exclaimed, grabbing Ben's hand and leading him to Ichiraku Ramen.

As they entered Ichiraku Ramen, Naruto and his friend, Benedict Willer, took a moment to observe their surroundings and appreciate the cosy ambience of the quaint restaurant. They took their seats and patiently waited for the server to approach them for their order. The server greeted Naruto with a friendly smile, recognizing him as a regular customer. He then turned to Ben and inquired about his order, making sure to address him by his preferred nickname. Ben was grateful for Naruto's assistance in introducing him, especially since he wasn't fluent in Japanese. He felt at ease knowing that he was in the company of a reliable and trustworthy friend like Naruto, who had been a great help to him since they first met. Without Naruto's guidance and support, Ben would have felt awkward and panicked in this unfamiliar environment.

Upon walking into the ramen shop, the ramen man greeted Ben with a friendly smile and introduced himself, expressing his pleasure at meeting him. Ben reciprocated the warm greeting by typing out a message on his phone screen, thanking the ramen man for his kindness.

The ramen man was impressed by Ben's politeness despite his youth and proceeded to inquire about his order. Ben requested the same dish as Naruto, prompting the ramen man to promptly start preparing red bean soup for both of them.

As they patiently waited for their steaming bowls of ramen to be served, Naruto initiated a genial chitchat with his companion, Ben. "Excuse me, Ben-kun," Naruto called out, prompting Ben to swivel his head around and reply with a gentle hum.

Naruto's expression was one of concern as he gestured towards the device that Ben was holding. "Hey, what are you holding?" he asked.

Ben looked down at his phone as Naruto pointed to it, before typing something on the screen and showing it to his friend. "This is a mobile phone," he explained. "It's a device that allows us to communicate with each other through calls, messages, and email. Additionally, we can access the internet using it. It also has a built-in camera that we can use to take pictures and record videos," the message on the phone read.

"Overall, mobile phones have become a ubiquitous tool in our daily lives, allowing us to stay connected and access information at all times. With their compact size and wide range of features, mobile phones have become an essential part of modern life," Ben added to the message on the phone read.

Naruto was amazed as Ben explained all the details about the mobile phone. Naruto had no idea that a phone could communicate through voice, messages, and mail, as well as take photos and record videos. After a long silence, Naruto broke the silence and asked Ben some questions.

"Excuse me, Ben-kun. Are you new in the village? I haven't seen you here before. Also, do you have any family with you?" Naruto asked, trying to get to know Ben better.

Ben sat on a bench, feeling lost and alone in a world that he didn't belong in. He had stumbled into the anime world he had watched on TV, and he couldn't believe what had happened to him. He was hesitant to tell Naruto, who had kindly approached him, about the truth. Ben typed on his phone and showed it to Naruto. "I'm new to this village and I don't know where my home is. I'm not even sure if I have parents or not. All I remember is living in a forest surrounded by lush green trees." As the words appeared on the screen, Ben felt a pang of sadness. He couldn't believe that he was in this world, and he didn't know how to get back to his own.

Naruto looked at the message and felt a twinge of empathy. He, too, had lost his parents and had lived alone in the village. He knew what it was like to feel lost and confused, not knowing where you belonged. Naruto was confused when Ben mentioned living in the forest, wondering if that's where Ben lived. He sat down next to Ben and offered him a comforting smile. "I'm sorry to hear that you're lost, but don't worry. We'll help you find your way. This village is full of kind and helpful people, and we'll make sure you feel at home here." Naruto's words were reassuring, and Ben felt a glimmer of hope. Maybe he could find a new home in this world, even if it wasn't his own.

As Naruto was about to speak, the ramen man interrupted by placing bowls of red bean soup on the table. Ben snapped back to reality as the ramen man served the food in front of him. Both expressed gratitude before digging in. After finishing their meal, they paid for their food. Naruto insisted on paying for Ben's meal, but Ben eventually relented and allowed Naruto to pay.

"Goodbye, Ben-kun. I hope we can meet again!" Naruto exclaimed with a smile.

"Goodbye, Naruto. I hope so," read the message on Ben's phone.

After saying their goodbyes, Ben walked home alone, savoring the tranquility of the stroll. Upon arrival, he unlocked the door and secured it before beginning to pack and tidy up. He stored all the food in the fridge, arranged his clothes in the closet, and decorated the house to his liking. Exhausted from the exertions of packing, Ben lay down on the couch for a couple of minutes to rest. He then rose, intent on learning the Japanese language and writing with the help of his trusty gadget. However, weariness soon overtook him, and he abandoned his studies. He made his way to the bathroom, where he took a shower, brushed his teeth, and changed into his pajamas. After setting the alarm clock and charging his phone battery, Ben turned off the light and drifted off to sleep soundly in his bed.

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