Naruto: With maxed-out affection, I am invincible in the ninja world.

Haneda's words basically contain the core ideas of the Will of Fire, namely the spirit of love for the village based on bonds and the spirit of selfless dedication.

He acknowledged this will of fire.

The third generation took a drag of his cigarette and slowly exhaled a smoke ring.

As the smoke rings dissipated, he made his decision.

"If everyone in the village had your awareness, Haneda, that would be wonderful," the Third Hokage suddenly remarked.

After saying that, he picked up a document from the table.

The document concerns the invitation extended by the daimyo of the Land of Fire to the Third Hokage to visit the daimyo's residence.

This document contains information about the Hokage's whereabouts; it is classified and extremely important.

However, the third generation leader still allowed Haneda to observe him.

"The daimyo of the Land of Fire has a young daughter, whom he loves very much."

“Haneda, you are about the same age as her, which is perfect for you to get to know this princess.”

"I hope you will agree to come with me to the Daimyo's residence to probe the princess about the Daimyo's attitude towards allocating funds to Konoha this year."

(PS: Since the author is running out of chapters, after today, there will be two updates per day, and three updates per day on weekends.)

(Specific times are Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.)

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Chapter 033 Hokage Guard Team

Daming Prefecture? Princess? Funding?

Guess if I believe I can get some information from a young princess?

Furthermore, does the Daimyo dare to withhold funding from Konoha?

Haneda was extremely skeptical of the reasons given by the Third Generation.

He was thinking more about the political motives of the third generation.

For example, he could win over the Uchiha clan by having this Uchiha prodigy participate in important village affairs.

You know, a child like him can't participate in any government affairs, but the fact that he can go implies a lot.

Of course, his own talent is also worth the effort of three generations to win him over.

Haneda responded quickly.

His face flushed slightly, and he said excitedly:

"Lord Hokage! I... I... can I really do it?!"

“You are more than capable of doing this, and there are no other children in the village who can replace you,” the Third Hokage said gently.

"But... Kakashi can do it too! Hokage-sama, I'm really not comfortable with this mission. How about we bring Kakashi along?"

"Kakashi?" The Third Hokage nodded, recalling how Sakumo had become much colder towards him recently.

While courting the Uchiha clan, it's also a good opportunity to win over Sakumo; the impact won't be significant...

Haneda scratched the back of his head, looking embarrassed, and said, "Lord Hokage, can I bring one more person? Just one!"

"Your elders?" Upon hearing this, the Third Hokage immediately thought of the Uchiha clan.

“No, he’s the father of a friend of mine. His name is Matt Day,” Haneda said, shaking his head.

"Might Guy, there's no such person among the Jonin, and no Chunin either..." the Third Hokage muttered to himself.

At that moment, Haneda's voice came again, with a hint of pleading.

"Uncle Dai has been a genin for many years. He is often ridiculed by other ninjas and has been given the nickname 'Eternal Genin.' I want to help him, Hokage!"

"I see..." The Third Hokage pondered for a moment, then agreed.

"Okay, let him temporarily join the Hokage Guard to be responsible for my safety."

For the Third Hokage, bringing along another non-Uchiha genin was of little importance.

Moreover, Haneda did it for his friends, that is, his companions.

He just finished teaching the Will of Fire, so it wouldn't be good to refuse.

Given Haneda's earnest request, it was even more impossible to refuse in order to win over this genius boy.

As for why Haneda wanted to drag Kakashi and Dai into the water, there were three reasons.

First, it is for political purposes.

With Konoha's White Fang standing behind Kakashi, the Third Hokage could clearly see the relationship between the two based on the way they interacted.

This means that Haneda is backed not only by the Uchiha clan, but also by Sakumo Hatake.

When the Third Hokage considers his problem, he also has to take Sakumo into account.

This is a layer of insurance.

Secondly, there's his own safety.

Who knows if the 5.5th generation Kage will try to harm him when he leaves the village.

That dark figure of the ninja world has done many such foolish things.

Those from this village who got messed up include Shisui, Sasuke, the one-against-seven, and Kabuto Yakushi...

The most typical examples of enemies made by outsiders are Nagato and Konan from the Akatsuki organization...

These are all Kage-level or even Super Kage-level powerhouses; Danzo has done all sorts of foolish things.

With Dai, a powerful figure capable of opening all eight gates, around, he showed no fear of any attack.

The third method is to cultivate goodwill.

In order to benefit Uncle Dai through the Eight Gates Formation, there's nothing more to say.

…………

After that, the third generation didn't talk to Haneda much, just talked about school life and then let Haneda leave.

Stepping out of the Hokage Building, even the air smelled much fresher and sweeter.

Dealing with that old fox, the Third Hokage, is too mentally taxing. You have to constantly organize your thoughts and deduce his intentions from his words.

"Uncle Dai, I have some good news and some bad news to tell you. Which do you want to hear first?"

Haneda smiled and said to Dai at the entrance of the Hokage Building.

"Good news and bad news?" Dai stopped doing push-ups and looked up at Yu Tian in confusion.

"Let's hear the bad news first."

"The bad news is that you might not be able to see Kai for the next few days; I'll be leaving Konoha for a while," Haneda said with a smile.

"Good news?" Dai looked at the smile on Yu Tian's face and became even more puzzled.

Could it be that the Hokage is going to assign me a mission?

But why not just notify me directly?

"The good news is..." Haneda paused deliberately here, then happily offered his blessings.

"Uncle Dai, you've been selected for the Hokage's Guard!"

"The Hokage's mission assignment will be given to you soon!"

"Congratulations, Uncle Dai!!"

"What?! The Hokage's Guard!!!"

Dai was stunned for a moment. He suddenly burst into laughter, and then suddenly lowered his head and secretly shed tears.

Since graduating from the Ninja Academy, he has been a genin for over a decade, and every mission he undertakes is a D-rank mission, such as carrying things for others or catching kittens.

Whenever he is seen by former classmates or colleagues, he cannot help but be mocked by a man who has always been submissive.

Now, he's actually going to be selected for the Hokage Guard to protect the Hokage's safety.

The difference is too great.

It was so big that he felt like he was dreaming and didn't want to wake up.

But soon, Dai realized a problem: why was he, a genin who had been around for thousands of years, selected for the Hokage's guard?

It's important to know that the lowest rank for a member of the Hokage's guard is Special Jonin.

He was merely a low-ranking ninja who had only carried out a few C-rank missions.

Thinking of this, Dai immediately looked at Yutian:

"Was it you, Haneda, who recommended me to the Hokage?"

Haneda nodded slightly:

“Uncle Dai, your strength is definitely not as simple as a genin. I could tell when you wanted to help me before.”

"I think that with your strength and talent, you shouldn't be buried in the ranks of genin, doing those low-level and tedious D-rank missions."