In fact, from Jiraiya's perspective, Uzumaki Naruto, whom the Great Toad Sage had prophesied, was most likely the only person in Konoha's future who could pose a threat to Emiya Shihara.
Naturally...
Jiraiya needed to give Uzumaki Naruto special guidance.
Whether considering Uzumaki Naruto's identity as the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki or the Child of Prophecy, Jiraiya would need to invest much more energy into him moving forward.
"Naruto..."
Jiraiya beckoned to Uzumaki Naruto, seemingly wanting to have a good talk with him about the future and hoping the little fellow would prepare himself in advance.
Chapter 174