This Naruto is too easily persuaded.

The atmosphere in the Hokage's office was somewhat eerie.

Tazuna was stunned when he saw Naruto's inexplicable enthusiasm.

With tears and snot still on his face, he nodded blankly.

"Yes, yes... Kado is one of the richest people in the world, but he's a complete scoundrel..."

"Very, very, very rich?"

Naruto pushed up his glasses, the lenses flashing eerily in the sunlight, and asked again to confirm.

"He's incredibly wealthy...wealthy enough to rival a nation; even the daimyo of most small countries aren't as rich as him..."

Tazner shrank back and stammered.

He felt a chill run down his spine from Naruto's murderous gaze.

"And not only that, but he's an incorrigible, universally despised villain?"

"They've committed every imaginable evil! Drug trafficking, smuggling, assassinating rivals, seizing control of ports..."

Tazna gritted his teeth, his eyes filled with hatred:

"The people of the Land of Waves wish they could eat his flesh! Even my son-in-law was killed by him..."

Drug trafficking, smuggling, assassination...

The smile in Naruto's eyes grew wider and wider.

The source of their wealth is clear, they pose a great threat to society, and they have no official backing.

This is a textbook example of wealth redistribution!

brush!

Naruto appeared in front of Tazuna in a flash.

He helped Tazna up from his kneeling position and grasped his rough, large hands tightly.

His previously indifferent face broke into a warm smile, as gentle as the sun.

"Sir, I was so rude just now."

His voice was full of apology, as if he weren't the one who had just coldly rejected him:

"I questioned you so sternly just now to confirm whether you are a kind, oppressed elder who deserves help."

Now that the enemy's crimes and your innocence have been confirmed...

For a moment, a righteous white light seemed to reflect off Naruto's glasses.

"Now I know what to do!"

Seeing Naruto's attitude completely reversed, Tazuna was a little confused.

How come this ninja brat changes his mind faster than flipping through a book?

And his smile... though bright, why did it send chills down my spine?

Naruto turned to look at the stunned Third Hokage and Kakashi, and said with righteous indignation:

"Grandpa Kakashi, Team 7 will take this mission!"

"If we back down because of danger in the face of such a demon who oppresses the people, what kind of Konoha ninja would we be?"

"My way of the ninja is—to punish evil and uphold justice!"

The Hokage's office was completely silent.

The Third Hokage forgot to smoke, and the ashes fell on the table.

Kakashi stared wide-eyed, his mind blank.

Sasuke's lips twitched, and Sakura stared in disbelief.

The same thought flashed through everyone's mind:

How come you're saying both the truth and the opposite of what you mean? Your attitude changes so quickly! You're clearly after that guy named Kado's money! Absolutely!

After a brief silence, the third generation finally came to his senses.

He exhaled a long smoke ring.

Although I have doubts about Naruto's sense of justice, as Hokage, he must abide by the rules.

"Nonsense."

The third generation tapped the table, his expression serious:

"Naruto, your intentions are good, but rules are rules."

"Now that it's confirmed that there are ninjas pursuing us, this isn't a C-rank mission, but rather a B-rank or even an A-rank mission."

"Since Mr. Tazuna only paid the reward for a C-rank mission, the village cannot allow genin to take such risks."

"This is irresponsible towards your lives."

Upon hearing this, Tazna's newly ignited hope was shattered once again, and his face turned ashen.

Yes, he didn't have the money to make up the difference...

"I'll take care of the money."

Naruto suddenly spoke, took a wallet out of his pocket, and slammed it on the table.

"If Mr. Tazner cannot afford the commission fee for a Class B mission, then I will cover the difference."

"ha?!"

This surprised even Sasuke.

Naruto, the stingy guy who haggled with Kakashi over a few thousand taels of silver and even insisted on making reservations, is now willing to work for money out of his own pocket.

This is like the sun rising in the west!

"you……"

Even the Third Hokage was at his wits' end with Naruto. "You'll pay?"

He glanced at Naruto's wallet, which seemed unusually bulging...

Just how much has this kid been taking advantage of?

"That's right."

Naruto pushed up his glasses, his eyes resolute.

"What is this little bit of money compared to justice? Consider this money an investment for the people of the Land of Waves."

"So that everyone can live a stable and peaceful life, for love and peace."

Naruto's words, three parts genuine emotion and seven parts performance, actually made the Third Hokage ponder for a second.

Does this child really have this awareness?

But then he looked at the uncontrollable curve of his lips... and the Third Hokage understood.

This clearly provides a legitimate reason to raid someone's home!

"no."

The Third Hokage still shook his head.

"Even if the mission level is upgraded, B-rank missions must still be carried out by Chunin or Jonin teams according to regulations."

You're just newly graduated genin; you don't have enough experience.

"What if the client designates it?"

Naruto suddenly looked at Tazuna, a hint of something in his eyes, and smiled:

"Sir, your current situation is extremely dangerous. Re-issuing the mission, waiting for the team to accept it, reviewing the mission difficulty... each step will take a lot of time."

"And for you, every delay means a greater degree of danger."

"Although our Team 7 is only a genin team, I am the top student this year, he is the second, and our instructor is an elite jonin."

"We'll even advance the funds to help you upgrade your mission level."

"Do you think there's a more cost-effective option than us?"

Naruto even emphasized the word "advance payment".

Although Tazner is old, he is not stupid; in fact, he can be described as a shrewd person who has worked his way up from the bottom.

He immediately understood what Naruto meant.

This blond kid in front of me may have impure motives, but he is strong, responsible, and wants to take down that Gato!

That's enough!

So he quickly shouted to the third generation:

"Hokage-sama! I want them! I want this little... boy's team."

"I believe in their strength and...justice!"

Finally, he gritted his teeth and uttered the word "justice," feeling a pang of conscience.

The three generations watched as the old man and the young man, who had been singing and responding in unison and quickly reached a consensus, twitched wildly at the corners of their eyes.

He really wanted to refuse; it was so against the rules.

but……

Naruto leaned closer, lowered his voice, and said in a tone only the Third Hokage could hear:

"Grandpa, you know my strength."

"Let me go out and vent my energy. It's better than staying in the village and accidentally blowing up the training ground again one day, right?"

This is also a form of protection for the village, isn't it?

Upon hearing the words "exercise field," the third generation's hand holding the pipe trembled slightly.

I thought of the scorched earth destroyed by Naruto, and the long list of bills.

If we don't let this kid go out and cause trouble for others, who knows what new antics he'll pull in the village...

And... Kakashi was with them.

In addition, given Naruto's ability to fight opponents of higher levels and his cautious approach, his safety should be guaranteed.

"……call."

The third generation sighed deeply.

Well, rules are rules, but people are flexible.

Especially when this person is the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki and is particularly prone to causing trouble.

"This is a one-time exception; there will be no next time."

He picked up the seal and stamped it heavily on the letter of authorization.

"Seventh Squad, listen up!"

"The escort mission to the Land of Waves is now upgraded to Rank B, and you are tasked with carrying it out! Make sure you deliver the client safely!"

"yes!"

Sakura exclaimed excitedly.

Sasuke clenched his fists, his eyes burning with fighting spirit.

Finally, it's time for real-world application.

Naruto pushed up his glasses, a knowing smile playing on his lips.

"Also, Kakashi, keep an eye on Naruto and don't let him do anything unnecessary!"

The third generation gave their final instructions.

"Yes."

Kakashi scratched his head helplessly and looked at Naruto:

"Then, let's go home and pack our bags."

"Meet at the village entrance in half an hour."

Naruto looked at Sasuke and Sakura, "Remember to bring the things I prepared on the list for you."

"This is a real battle, don't mess up."

"clear."