A little movement with a full belly

Matsuchi oversaw the progress of the festival with the care and caution that the event deserved. He had originally planned to take a moment to relax after a full day of overseeing the festival and head out for takoyaki with the Uchiha shinobi he had met during the festival, but in the end he decided to stay until the end of the event. It was important for him to not only ensure that everything ran smoothly and without a hitch, but also to feel pride and joy at the results the children had achieved. Matsuchi felt responsible for the whole event and wanted to be present when the awards were presented. The festival was coming to an end and the atmosphere was full of excitement and tension. The contestants who had been performing their best all along were now eagerly waiting for the results to be announced. Matsuchi stood aside, but his attention was completely focused on the stage where the awards were about to be presented. As the emcee announced the names of the winners, Matsuchi felt proud of all the children who had participated in the competition. He saw the determination and desire to succeed in their eyes, which filled him with satisfaction that the festival had fulfilled its purpose.

When the awards were presented, Matsuchi clapped along with the others. His applause was not just polite, but sincere and full of appreciation for the hard work the children had done. One by one, the winners accepted their prizes and Matsuchi could see the joy and pride on their faces. It was a moment the children will remember for a long time, and Matsuchi was glad to have been part of the celebration. Matsuchi also made sure that the judges kept in mind the importance of fair play and did not interfere with the results. He was aware that the parents might have been ambitious, so he kept a strict eye on them. Throughout the festival, he watched everyone's behaviour and was satisfied that there was no interference from parents. Knowing that everything had gone as it should, Matsuchi felt calm and content. His mission was accomplished, and he could finally relax and indulge in some rest. After the prizes were handed out and the crowd began to slowly leave the area around the stage, Matsuchi joined Okisha who was waiting patiently for him. Okisho was ready, and when Matsuchi joined him, together they made their way towards Okinaga, a part of the village that was known for its restaurants and markets. Matsuchi realized that after a full day of organizing and overseeing the competition, he was really hungry, so he was looking forward to the takoyaki Okisho had suggested.

When they arrived at the small restaurant on the corner, Matsuchi immediately knew it had to be a new place. The restaurant had a modern feel to it, and even though it was small, it was cozy and inviting. Matsuchi, who considered himself a connoisseur of local cuisine, was surprised that he had never been here before. They stepped inside and were immediately greeted by the aroma of freshly prepared food. It was at that moment that Matsuchi realized how much he was looking forward to the meal. They sat down at the table and immediately ordered takoyaki. Matsuchi waited impatiently for his food, and was overwhelmed when the waiter brought a huge plate full of takoyaki in front of him. They were the biggest takoyaki he had ever seen. Each ball was perfectly fried and smelled irresistible. Matsuchi was thrilled to taste something like this. Okisho was smiling, and it was clear that he had chosen this place with the intention of making an impression. While they ate, they talked about all sorts of things. Matsuchi discovered that Okisho was not only an experienced shinobi, but also someone who had a deep understanding of the village and its values. They discussed strategy, past mission experiences, and life outside of shinobi duties. Matsuchi enjoyed this quiet moment where he could talk to someone who understood his world and shared similar values. It was refreshing and enjoyable, after such a busy day, to finally unwind and relax in comfortable company.

Matsuchi was surprised at how quickly the time had flown by. When they finished eating, they both felt satisfied and full of newfound energy. Matsuchi, however, didn't feel quite ready to return to a quiet evening. He still needed to take some time off, to release the energy that had built up during the day. After a whole day of organizing and overseeing the competition, he felt he needed to stretch his body and release the tension that had built up inside him. After the meal that Matsuchi and Okisha enjoyed at a new restaurant in the Okinaga district, they decided to continue with an activity that meant much more to both of them than just relaxing. After a few minutes of relaxing, enjoying the last of the takoyaki and the conversation flowing pleasantly, Matsuchi suggested that they go for a workout. Okisho agreed without hesitation, and they both got up from the table and headed out into the street. The journey was not long, but it allowed them to absorb the impression of the evening. Matsuchi enjoyed the silence between them, which came naturally to both of them, a quiet acknowledgement of what they had before them. The streets gradually emptied as they approached the edge of the district where the training grounds began. When they arrived at their destination, they were both ready to focus on the training that awaited them. The training areas in this corner of the village were simple but effective. Open areas with various obstacles and training dummies provided ample space for a variety of exercises.

Matsuchi stands in the middle of the training ground, surrounded by silence broken only by the gentle rustling of leaves in the evening breeze. "My muscles are a little stiff from all the hard work today," he utters in a calm voice. "Ninjutsu, Genjutsu, Bukijutsu or Taijutsu. Which do you prefer?" he asks in an even calmer voice.

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