Konoha: The thirty-year-old Uchiha is not motivated.

Early morning, in the garden.

After the turmoil a few nights ago, the town returned to its former tranquility. The news that the ghost that had troubled the residents for years had been killed spread like wildfire. There were obviously more people walking on the streets than before, and the previous depression was also diluted a lot.

The task force from Konoha temporarily stayed in the temporary residence provided by the mayor to rest because of the injury of their team leader Sarutobi Sasuke.

After a few days of rest, Sarutobi Sasuke had almost recovered, so he went to the mayor alone to learn about the follow-up of the mission.
But the main purpose is to get information about the bounty hunter who claims to get rid of ghosts.

"Alas, I failed on my first mission. How can I face people when I return?"

After Sasuke Sarutobi left, Hiruzen Sarutobi with a resentful look on his face sat on the doorstep, dejected and self-pitying, while the other little ones surrounding him also had sad expressions.

"Huruzen, don't blame yourself too much. No one could have expected that a B-rank mission would involve so many hidden secrets."

Seeing that his teammate's mentality was in trouble, Uchiha Kagami patted Sarutobi Hiruzen's shoulder in a comforting manner and said,

After hearing this, the expressions of the other kids eased a little. Those who claimed to be the new force of Konoha were full of confidence in this mission, but they didn't expect that it would end up failing.

It was okay for Utane Koharu's group. Their exit was calm and the three of them stayed there until midnight and fell asleep one after another. It was not until they were awakened by Sarutobi Hiruzen and the other two who looked disheveled that they realized such a horrible thing had happened while they were asleep.

Sarutobi Hiruzen's team suffered a much more miserable fate, facing enemies from a different dimension. If it weren't for Uchiha Kagami's ability to turn the tide, the three of them would have been killed long ago.

"Thank you, Jing."

"You're too polite Hiruzen, aren't we partners?"

Turning his head to look at the gentle and jade-like Uchiha Kagami, Sarutobi Hiruzen touched his nose and thanked him sincerely.

Xiao Tuan Tuan, who was watching the friendship between the two people grow warmer, had a cold face and her teeth were almost broken.

It was obviously me first!
It was clearly me who was stalling for time by using my hip move!

Obviously I am the monkey’s best friend!
"Danzo! Why don't you say thank you? If it weren't for the New Year's money from Jingshe, we wouldn't have been able to escape."

After thanking Uchiha Kagami, Sarutobi Hiruzen glanced at Shimura Danzo who was sulking beside him, and his brows furrowed instantly.

How come this Danzo doesn't have even a hint of gratitude?

"Huruzen, don't say that. Didn't Danzo also contribute a lot?"

Uchiha Jing quickly waved his hands, indicating that there was no need to thank him, this was what a partner should do, and then he looked at Danzo and said very seriously,

"Danzo, your secret technique is too powerful. If it weren't for you, we would have died at the hands of that traitorous ninja."

"Haha, it's not as great as you say~"

Danzo was stunned at first when he heard that, but when he saw that Uchiha Kagami's slightly respectful expression did not seem fake, he scratched his head complacently and revealed a silly smile.

"Ah? What secret technique?"

"Danzo, you actually have a big hidden treasure!"

"Show us your skills!"

Upon hearing this, Utane, Koharu and the other two came over immediately and urged Danzo to perform.
"Hehe~ They say it's a secret technique, how can you show it casually!"

Danzo felt a little flattered as he was being watched by several people, but when he thought of himself as a talented young man with class, he forced himself to resist the urge to take off his pants and perform a hip-fleet performance, and waved his hand in a deep manner to refuse.

"Xu~"

This unskilled pretense soon drew a round of boos, which made Danzo feel a little embarrassed, and his face flushed slightly.

At this time, Sarutobi Sasuke, who had left not long ago, came back. With a heavy expression on his face, he looked at the little ones who were previously frowning but now full of energy, and stretched out his hand to greet them.

"Come here, I have something to say."

The few people who received the order immediately put on serious expressions, and lined up in a row to wait.

"As the captain, I bear the main responsibility for the failure of this mission. Don't be discouraged. This is an enemy that you are not strong enough to deal with. It's great that you can survive."

"Father, Captain Sarutobi, did the hunter knight sword really get rid of the demon?"

After listening to Sasuke Sarutobi's words of comfort, Sarutobi Hiruzen pursed his lips and asked,
"Yes."

Sarutobi Sasuke nodded, and Sarutobi Hiruzen and the other two immediately breathed a sigh of relief. The three of them were witnesses of the confrontation between Kakuzu and Kamikaze.
Although they didn't see the end, they still hoped that the hunter knight sword who saved them would be safe.

"Okay, pack up, and we'll go back to the village to report after lunch."

Now that his injuries have recovered, there is no need for the Konoha team to stay any longer. It is time to return to the village to report the details of the mission.

"Roger that!"

"The hunter knight sword ninja world is still full of hidden talents."

Looking at the children packing their luggage, Sarutobi Sasuke touched the wound which was still a little painful, and his eyes became more complicated.

Sarutobi Sasuke had just gone to the mayor, who told him that after the battle that night, a mysterious ninja wearing a hood came to him, took out the personal belongings of the people who had been abducted by the demon, and said that the demon had been eliminated by him.

The shocked mayor immediately found the family members of the people abducted by the ghost. After confirming that those were indeed the belongings of the missing persons, he began to believe what the mysterious ninja said.

However, the mayor, who was always cautious, still asked with a hesitant tone,

"But even the ninjas of Konoha are no match for the demons, you."

The meaning of the mayor's words is very clear. Even Sarutobi Sasuke, an elite jonin of Konoha, was seriously injured. Do you, a random person who suddenly appeared, have the strength to do that?

"Why don't you ask around? My Hunter Knight Sword is worth millions of taels a minute. Is it really necessary to waste time here for a mission of yours that costs less than 100 taels?"

The man under the hood shook his head disdainfully. If he didn't want to put an end to the story of the two men, Shenhuo, he wouldn't have come here to pretend to be rewarded for a mere 80,000 taels.

It’s definitely not for 80,000 taels!
"Are you the legendary Hunter Knight Sword?"

The mayor was a well-informed man. He had heard about this new bounty hunter who had emerged in recent years from the merchants who came and went. It was said that Hunter Knight Sword was very powerful and had even killed several powerful ninjas with bounties of tens of millions.

"Humph~"

Kakuzu snorted coldly, and a little of his aura leaked out, which frightened the mayor so much that his face turned pale. He immediately took out a stack of banknotes from the drawer and handed it over respectfully.

"Swish, swish, swish~"

In front of the mayor, Kakuzu counted the 80,000 taels several times before he put the money into his bag with satisfaction and left without looking back.

"Phew~ I hope what he said is true."

After Kakuzu left, the mayor, feeling relieved, had a hint of anticipation in his eyes. If the demon was really eliminated, their Nozama would be able to regain its former prosperity and revive its status as a transportation hub on Kusahiro Road.

"It's time to hire a night watchman."

The mayor sighed for a while, said something with a sigh, then spread out the papers on the table and wrote a recruitment notice with generous salaries.

"I'll take you guys to a nice meal before I leave. Order whatever you want and eat until you're full~"

When the sun was shining brightly, Sarutobi Sasuke took the little ones who had packed their bags to the largest restaurant in town, ready to have a hearty meal before returning to Konoha.
"That guy."

As soon as he entered the door, his eyes were attracted by a girl who was eating with voracious appetite. It was not because of her beautiful appearance, but because of the way she ate so voraciously that was truly horrifying. The whole table was piled with empty plates, as if she was a starving ghost reincarnated.

Next to the girl, sat a slightly sloppy young man, who was looking at the girl who was eating with a smile on his face, his slightly narrowed eyes filled with deep doting.

"Wow! Qufeng, that sister eats even more than you do!"

Utatane Koharu looked at the girl showing off her fandom in surprise, and nudged Akimichi Tofu, who was drooling beside her.
"Humph~ I won't lose to her!"

The Qiumichi clan hated being told that they had a small appetite. Qiumichi Qufeng stared at the girl who was eating and snorted in dissatisfaction.
"Ahem, cough, cough, take the wind, moderate, moderate, we still have to hurry~"

Secretly hating himself for saying he would treat him, Sarutobi Sasuke coughed a few times and then said seriously,
"Boss! Bring me everything on the menu!"

What bad intentions could a child have? Akimichi Touka, who was eager to win, didn't listen to Sarutobi Sasuke's words at all. He waved his little hand and shouted to the restaurant owner,

"Um, I'm sorry, the store is out of stock, and the remaining ingredients are only enough to stir-fry two dishes."

The restaurant owner came out from the kitchen, rubbing his hands in embarrassment and said,
"what!"

The little ones were shocked when they heard this. Such opportunities to kill people are rare. They looked at each other and then at Sarutobi Sasuke, who looked relieved.
"Captain Sarutobi, let's go to another one~"

"We are running out of time. Let's just eat here. If you are not full later, we can buy some more dry food on the way."

Sarutobi Sasuke was delighted and pulled out a stool and sat down.

"Well"

The little ones were so depressed that they had to sit down. Seeing this, the restaurant owner immediately asked the kitchen to speed up the process. Soon, two plates of vegetarian dishes were served.

"Eat, eat, eat~"

Sarutobi Sasuke was the first to pick up his chopsticks, and then he urged the others to show off their skills.
"So plain~ Dad, I'm still growing!"

Seeing that Sasuke Sarutobi was so shameless, Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't even call him a plant, and directly complained about his status as a son.

"Huruzen, I don't remember raising you to be such a spoiled child. Where are your qualities as a ninja?"

Sarutobi Sasuke, who was feeling very happy, looked at Sarutobi Hiruzen with a serious face and said with great sorrow,

"I was wrong, Captain, I'll eat it!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen, who was accused by his father, admitted defeat on the spot. He picked up the vegetables and stuffed them into his mouth with great difficulty. The bland food made him cry silently in his heart.

"You all should eat quickly, or the food will get cold~" "Yes"

The other kids looked at each other, then picked up their chopsticks and spoke weakly.

"My Lord, what are you laughing at?"

At another table, Mako, who had transformed back into a human, had just finished enjoying a rare human meal when he noticed that Shenhuo, who had changed his appearance, was smiling at a few children who were eating vegetables with bitter faces. So he asked curiously,

"Nothing, I just think the child is cute."

Shenhuo, who was disguised as another face, smiled and shook his head.
Confused, Mako glanced at the kids eating the food, her eyes lingering on the magnificent buttocks of one of the black-haired kids. For some reason, she suddenly swallowed subconsciously and looked at the empty plate in her hand.

"Huh~ I'm finally 80% full, Lord God, what shall we do next?"

"Well, find a job first. You've almost eaten up all my savings."

Shenhuo touched his chin, thought about his empty wallet, and decided to find a job to support his family.

"I'm sorry, but I'm really hungry~"

Although Shenhuo's words were meant as a joke, Zhenzi obviously took them seriously. A look of guilt immediately appeared on her little face. She pitifully pulled at the corner of the young man and apologized softly.

"Mm, just eat as much as you want. I will support you for the rest of your life!"

Looking at the tender and tender girl, Shenhuo's heart began to beat wildly, and then he patted his chest and assured Mako,
"Hee hee~"

Mako narrowed her eyes happily. She finally got the happy ending she wanted.

After finishing their meal, the two left first. Shenhuo, who was walking on the street, suddenly found a lot of people gathered not far away. Driven by curiosity, he took Mako over and found that it was a job recruitment notice that had just been posted.

"The treatment is good! The salary is so high, and there is also a house."

After reading it carefully, Shenhuo, who had just been worried about his livelihood, suddenly had his eyes brightened. It was like a pillow when you are sleepy. So, in the surprised eyes of the onlookers, he went up, tore off the notice and put it in his arms.

"Young man! You are not from here, are you?"

A white-haired old man in the crowd quickly grabbed the sacred fire.

"Well, my husband and I have just arrived here and are planning to settle down permanently."

Shenhuo looked at the familiar white-haired old man in front of him and nodded with a slight movement of his eyes.
"Oh, no wonder, you didn't know there are ghosts in our town."

Although some people said that the ghost had been exorcised, the former mayor, who was skeptical, could not bear to watch the strange young man die, so he prepared to tell Shenhuo about the ghost.

"Thank you, old man. I may not be good at anything else, but I am very brave. I can handle anything that is supernatural or spooky. ~"

Shenhuo interrupted the former mayor who was about to continue speaking, bowed to him, and then took Zhenzi to apply for the job.

From that day on, there was an extra night watchman in Yezuoyan. Every night, the residents of the town would sleep more soundly when they heard the sound of his gong.

"Jing, do those two people just now look familiar to you?"

F6 left the town, followed Sarutobi Sasuke who was humming a happy tune, and flew through the woods, recalling the couple he had just met in the hotel. Sarutobi Hiruzen always felt that the couple looked familiar.
"Now that you mention it, it does seem like I've seen him somewhere~"

Uchiha Jing on the side frowned, thought carefully, and found that the figures of the man and woman were somewhat familiar, as if he had seen them somewhere before.

"Hey~ There aren't many people in that town, maybe you ran into him by chance while shopping."

Danzo, who was following behind Sarutobi Hiruzen, inserted himself between the two and interrupted them.

"Well, that's possible~"

Sarutobi Hiruzen and Uchiha Kagami looked at each other, then put aside their worries, took a step forward, and ran towards home.

On the other side, a huge fiery figure was also hurrying on his way. Because he didn't want to expose his whereabouts, Uchiha Madara chose a route that was rarely traveled, which was much farther than the main road.

Uchiha Madara was sitting comfortably on the head of the Nine-Tails, playing with the Nine-Tails Card which had a slight burning sensation in his hand, his sword-like eyebrows were wrinkled into the shape of a "川" character.

"Human, I want to eat!"

Suddenly, a high-pitched roar interrupted Uchiha Madara's thoughts. The source of the sound was the Nine-Tailed Fox under him. He looked down at the scarlet eyes of the beast, which were full of grievance, and shook his head gently.

"I have no money~"

Uchiha Madara spoke with such confidence that the Nine-Tails wanted to bite this hateful human to death, but its strength did not allow it!
"You went to the human town before, why did you come back empty-handed? Could it be..."

The hungry Nine-Tails thought of Uchiha Madara who promised to bring him food a few days ago. He suddenly felt stagnate, and then he speculated about this human with great malice.

"What's wrong?"

Uchiha Madara raised his eyebrows curiously, wanting to hear what the Nine-Tails guy had to say.
"You won't eat alone, will you?"

The Nine-Tailed Fox was not slandering him maliciously. After Uchiha Madara came back from the town that day, he had been refusing to eat or drink, which inevitably made it think that this guy had forgotten his brothers because he was full and satisfied.

"Humph!"

Unexpectedly, this big fox actually looked at him like this. Uchiha Madara immediately snorted coldly, and the pressure immediately came to the Nine-Tails.
"Hey, why are you still angry? We know each other after all, don't make things so awkward~"

After being beaten up by Susanoo, the Nine-Tailed Fox immediately became obedient. Its huge fox face had a slightly flattering look, and it spoke about the ways of the world, which made Uchiha Madara look at it a few more times.

If it wasn't for the old man's sake, I would have swallowed you up long ago!
The Nine-Tailed Fox, who appears to be smiling on the outside but is actually a coward in his heart, can only use the Six Paths Sage as an excuse to cover up his own behavior.

"Hey, Kyuubi, do you recognize this?"

Uchiha Madara, who had been studying the Tailed Beast Card for several days while hungry, thought for a moment and showed the Tailed Beast Card in his hand to the Nine-Tails.

"Chi!!!"

The Nine-Tails, which was running, glanced at the small card in Uchiha Madara's hand, and suddenly found that there was his own aura on it. He was so shocked that he immediately braked and almost threw the man above his head out.

"You want to be beaten?"

Uchiha Madara, with a dark face, steadied his body, jumped in front of the Nine-Tails, stared at it with scarlet eyes, ready to loosen its bones.

"Sack of Ball Beans!"

The Nine-Tails immediately leaned forward to show its obedience, but its eyes were fixed on the card in Uchiha Madara's hand without moving away.

"Human, where did you get this card?"

Feeling the familiar yet strange smell on the card, Kyuubi's little head was a little overwhelmed. After sniffing, it asked cautiously,
"Don't ask questions that you shouldn't ask. Just tell me whether you know him or not."

I was clearly the one asking the question, but this guy actually dared to ask back. It seems I didn't beat him enough.

"I know him! But I also feel like I don't know him~"

Captured by Uchiha Madara's eyes, the Nine-Tails was so scared that it clamped its legs together, but the empty space between its buttocks made it feel insecure. It then clamped the nine tails in, and the sense of fullness instantly exploded. Only then did it muster up the courage to answer,
"You can shut up if you can't speak."

Uchiha Madara, who was standing in front of the Nine-Tails, was livid at the smell of the Nine-Tails' breath. He was not satisfied with the Nine-Tails' ambiguous answer at all. The blue shadow behind him was about to solidify.

"Hey~ What are you doing! I know, I know, this is my chakra~"

Its small body could not withstand the ravages of the Gundam. The Nine-Tails immediately admitted that it recognized the chakra in the Tailed Beast Card.

"Do you remember having your chakra sucked by anyone?"

"pull out?"

When asked this by Uchiha Madara, the Nine-Tails immediately fell into deep thought, and gradually recalled from the thousandth year, but after searching all the way, it found no record of its chakra being drained before.
“It seems like it has never been plucked”

The Nine-Tails shook his head, his expression not pretending. Uchiha Madara was not satisfied with this answer. If the Nine-Tails had not been plucked, how did Decade make this Tailed Beast Card?
"Think about it carefully!"

Suspecting that the Nine-Tails was lying, Uchiha Madara showed a threatening look on his face.

"Wait! I remember now! Woo woo woo."

The Nine-Tails, with its tail between its legs, suddenly lowered its head, and then tears as big as human eyes slowly dripped from its pupils. This scene made Uchiha Madara completely confused.
"Why are you crying? I haven't done anything yet."

Why did this big fox start crying when he hadn't even opened his Gundam? Uchiha Madara, who had never encountered such a situation, was a little panicked for a moment.

"Wow, why am I so miserable! Kun Kun is gone, and my stomach is still rumbling. Old man, how can you be so cruel!"

The Nine-Tails seemed to have a mental breakdown, and it was raging on the ground, and the dust it raised covered the sky. Uchiha Madara rubbed his temples with a headache, and finally had no choice but to shout at the rolling Nine-Tails,

"Alright, alright, when we get to the next town, I'll bring you something delicious. Stop making trouble and tell me what happened."

I don't know if it was Uchiha Madara's promise that worked, Nine-Tails immediately stopped throwing tantrums, stared at Uchiha Madara with both eyes, licked his lips, and asked,
"Is it true?"

"Really~"

"Then I want to eat chicken, big roast chicken!"

Kyuubi rolled his eyes and mentioned the food he had been dreaming about day and night.

"Okay, okay, I'll buy you whatever you want to eat!"

Uchiha Madara thought about it and realized that he hadn't opened his eldest cousin's storage scroll yet. There should be money in it, enough for the fox to have a meal, so he nodded in agreement.

For the sake of the Six Paths Sage, the Nine-Tails decided to trust the descendant of Indra once more, and then stood up and said to Uchiha Madara who was waiting with a slightly sad tone,

"I lost my dignity as a male beast in the Land of Lightning." (End of this chapter)