Konoha: I, Naruto, will eat the Forest-Forest Fruit!

"So, the target of these two Hidden Mist ninjas was actually you, wasn't it?"

Sakura, carrying a large bag of luggage, spoke in a muffled voice from behind.

"Those two ninjas are at least Chunin level."

"They've been following us since we left the village. For them to be so cautious and obedient, they must have someone behind them. If I'm not mistaken, it should be a Jonin."

"Therefore, this mission has been upgraded to an A-level mission, Mr. Tazuna. Perhaps you have your own unavoidable difficulties, but this puts us in a difficult position as well."

"Team 7 consists of genin who graduated just two months ago. Do you know what the consequences would be if there were any casualties?"

Kakashi's voice was slightly cold.

Tazner fell silent, his head bowed.

Sasuke got excited when he heard about Jonin, but he didn't say anything because the decision was in Naruto's hands.

He could only look at Naruto with longing in his eyes.

Sakura, on the other hand, began to consider quitting.

Sakura: "Don't be afraid! Naruto-kun is here, everything will be alright!"

At this point, Dazner began his performance.

The first step is to play the victim.

"Our Land of Waves is an extremely poor little country, and even the daimyo doesn't have much money."

"As for why C-level missions were issued, it's because we're so poor; it's almost the limit of what everyone can afford."

"If you raise the reward any further, we won't even be able to afford the materials to build the bridge... So, please, if you don't protect me, I'm doomed, and the bridge will never be built..."

Seeing that the four remained unmoved, Tazuna squeezed out non-existent tears and sighed in a tearful voice:

"Forget it, this is just forcibly locking up a man. I'll just go back alone. I accept my fate of dying, but..."

"My poor grandson, he's not even ten years old yet."

"And my daughter, she's all alone... I'm afraid she'll spend the rest of her life filled with resentment towards the Konoha ninja."

"That's enough. Things have come to this point, and I can't push my luck any further. You... go back."

Before Tazuna could finish speaking, Naruto interrupted:

"Okay, then we'll head back now."

"By the way, we're only twelve years old too."

Dazner was stunned.

In the end, he simply gave up and clung to Kakashi's leg, crying and begging.

Kakashi was stunned, then glanced helplessly at Naruto.

The decision was made by him, not me, so why are you begging me?

and also!

Don't wipe your snot on my pants!

Want to get A-level service by using C-level tasks?

Don't overthink it.

"You have two choices now. First, you can go back by yourself, and we'll head back home."

"Second, write an IOU; an A-level task is an A-level task."

"I'll write an IOU!"

Dazner did not hesitate.

He knew that no matter how much he begged, he couldn't get the Konoha ninja to agree.

Besides, whether the bridge can be completed is another matter; it's not impossible to give it to them after the bridge is completed.

He was afraid that the Konoha ninjas wouldn't budge.

He'd agree to anything as long as they gave the word; it was just a mere IOU, nothing to be afraid of!

Tazuna even thought these Konoha ninjas were a bit stupid.

However, even in the original work, this outcome would not be possible.

Unless there is another task involved.

Let's not even talk about Class 7, who didn't understand anything in the original work.

That's Kakashi, a Konoha ninja who served in both Root and Anbu.

He experienced the Third Shinobi World War at a very young age.

Do you think Dazner can persuade him by playing the victim?

"Let's go."

So, at Kakashi's command, the group set sail once again.

Erzhuzi's mouth is harder to suppress than AK's.

Sakura was a little nervous, after all, she was going to face an unknown Jonin.

Although they teamed up to defeat Kakashi.

But how could Kakashi possibly be serious at that time?

If a Jonin were to recklessly kill a Genin, Kakashi-sensei would probably be in a difficult position.

Sakura couldn't help but think that way.

Seeing that she was distracted, Naruto smiled and slowed down.

He handed her a ninja tool pouch.

Sakura was puzzled, and besides, she didn't have a free hand.

Naruto had no choice but to tie it to her leg.

Even through clothes, pink hair can be intoxicating.

"It's full of explosive tags. If something goes wrong, or if we don't have time to act, just throw all the explosive tags out."

"Your perception has improved considerably thanks to this period of intensive training."

"Even if it's Kakashi, if he doesn't go all out to assassinate you, the explosive tags in this ninja tool pouch are enough for you to escape. If you release them at the right time, you might even be able to turn the tables and kill him."

After offering a word of comfort, Naruto continued to follow the team.

Sakura quickly followed suit, her smile even harder to suppress than AK's.

Pink-haired girl: Is Naruto-kun concerned about me?

Sakura-kun: Idiot!

That evening, the seventh class ate dry rations.

Various kinds of dried meat, even sauerkraut were prepared.

The three of them enjoyed their meal immensely, and Kakashi, who was standing nearby, wanted to join them.

Sakura immediately transformed into a protective tigress, saying, "If Kakashi-sensei wants to eat, you'll be carrying the luggage tomorrow!"

Kakashi shrugged: "I'm the only Jonin in the team, so I have to ensure your safety at all times."

Kakashi's words made perfect sense, and Sakura could only grit her teeth and nod in agreement.

Tomorrow her luggage will be lighter, and her belly will soon be lighter too.

"that..."

"You're dreaming! Don't forget you still owe debts!"

Dazner remained silent.

In the end, Erzhuzi couldn't stand it anymore and shared some of his own dry rations.

The next morning.

A friend came to Dazna.

Taking advantage of the extremely low visibility due to the fog at dawn, the five of them once again set off for the Land of Waves.

On the way, after a night of communication, Dazner had gained a basic understanding of the team.

He found that the squad didn't seem so difficult to talk to.

Moreover, they knew from the beginning that they had lied about their mission.

"...I've wanted to ask you this for a while now..."

"Since you knew I lied about the mission details, why were you still willing to stay and help me?"

"I know that just having me write an IOU isn't enough to make you willing to take on this A-level mission."

Kakashi's answer to Tazuna's question almost made the three of them burst out laughing.

"To see what is right and not do it is not courage; a strong general has no weak soldiers under his command."

"This is the instruction from the previous Hokage."

"This is also the ninja way of life."

"Ninjas don't just risk their lives for money."

Is the truth really like this?

It's worth noting that in the original story, he was ambushed by the two demon brothers as soon as he left Konoha.

Pinky was the first to say she wanted to go back.

Kakashi agreed.

Even yesterday, Kakashi showed signs of wanting to retire.

However, if Naruto didn't agree yesterday, you'll see if Kakashi says something else to dissuade him.

So why is he now displaying this chivalrous spirit?

Indeed, Kakashi is also a master of acting.

He was faking it from beginning to end.

Sakura frowned immediately as well.

"Kakashi-sensei is definitely not a cold-blooded or heartless person, but he's not exactly a pushover either."

"He's just an old bachelor who loves watching 'The Imperial Uncle'!"

"Even the Third Hokage couldn't have missed something... Naruto-kun, have you guessed what?"

He asked a question in response to Sakura's gaze.

Naruto shook his head with a faint smile.

This is obvious.

That old bastard must have known all along; the C-level mission was just an excuse.

It is also a necessary superficial gesture between countries.

Generally speaking, the employer of a task will be investigated.

Furthermore, what's being carried out on this mission is a vital asset of Konoha Village!

The Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan.

It was also the first mission outside the village for a Jinchūriki, and Ninja Kuma personally handled even C-rank missions.

Let alone this kind of mission?

It can only be said that the Land of Fire has neither the ability nor the right to interfere in the internal affairs of the Land of Waves.

Who else is above the Ninja Bear?

Daimyo of the Land of Fire.

It seems that they are using a C-rank mission as a cover to send Kakashi, an excellent Jonin, to the Land of Waves to interfere in its internal affairs.

That is, to wipe out the evil forces of Kado in the Land of Waves.

Who is Tazner?

A famous bridge-building master can build a bridge successfully as long as there are no obstacles.

With convenient transportation, why worry about the economy?

On the surface, Konoha accepted the reward for the C-rank mission.

In reality, the Daimyo has probably already started making deals in secret.

Then the daimyo of the Land of Fire divided the spoils with Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Yes, it's Hiruzen Sarutobi, not Konoha.

In the original story, Kakashi was slightly shocked when he heard that it was Gato's faction.

Is the Kado Group really that strong? No, Kakashi could easily take them all on his own.

Shockingly, a lowly ninja in the ninja world is actually going to attack Gintoki?

And it's a big spender of this caliber.

Therefore, Naruto's purpose in coming here this time is nothing more than to get his hands on Gato's assets.

"It'll be soon, Zabuza is about to appear. Also, that Haku kid will probably be observing from the shadows."

"Shiro...he's an important character from Kishimoto's opening chapters."

"The limit of blood inheritance!" 』

The opening chapter of "The Theory of Bloodline."

Actually, Bai's situation is similar to mine.

"Because of bloodline limits, Kirigakure has shifted its internal conflicts to bloodline limits."

"As expected of that stinky sixth brother, Obito."

"The only difference is that the one controlling and shifting the conflict isn't the old fox who knows how to maintain balance, the Third Generation."

"If I remember correctly, Kimimaro was similar, but his clan still had some backbone and resisted, but the result was..."

"Bai's fate will be the same as his mother's: willingly dying for those he cares about."

Naruto suddenly sighed, reflecting on this morbid world that had been created.

"Bloodline suppression, that's your fate. There's no way to change it, you have to accept it."

"Unless you have a cheat code."

"What?"

Sakura didn't understand what it meant.

Sasuke and Kakashi's pupils suddenly contracted.

If you know you're destined for bad luck but still strive and work hard, then...

Suffering is your fate.

In the original story, there was a character who refused to accept his fate and eventually came close to success.

Who?

It is none other than our true sixth brother of the underworld—Yakushi Kabuto.

Others rely on bloodline, but he doesn't; others rely on talent, but he doesn't; others rely on resources, but he does, though not many.

What can we do in the end?

Rely on yourself, and transform yourself.

There is a classic saying.

Where is the watershed moment in life?

Haha...amniotic fluid.

Kishimoto is also quite skilled when it comes to matters of the heart; his work can be summed up in two words: bonds.

What type of bond?

It includes everything.

Look at Gaara and Naruto, look at Sasuke and Naruto, look...

By the way, Haku and Zabuza are the most typical examples.

Sure enough, speak of the devil and he appears.

A strong sense of malice emanated from it.

Clearly, the demon Zabuza Momochi has arrived with his little boy and girl.

As Kakashi's shaken mind quickly calmed down, he also noticed something unusual.

The fog is getting thicker.

Sasuke was still in shock, not having noticed Naruto's sudden words.

Sakura discovered it soon after.

"There's a flaw!"

At that moment, Zabuza Momochi, who was hiding in the shadows, raised an eyebrow and flung out the guillotine sword from his back.

Little did they know, this flaw was deliberately exposed by Kakashi.

Enemies in the open are much easier to deal with than those in the shadows.

This reveals Zabuza's arrogance.

whoosh-

A decapitation blade came hurtling down.

"Get down!"

Kakashi shouted, then activated his sensory abilities to the maximum, paying attention to Zabuza's movements.

The four of them immediately lay down.

Want to create a memorable scene?

Please, do you know who you're trying to impress?

Konoha's King, Erzhuzi.

The pink-haired girl, the master of Konoha's illusion techniques.

Kakashi, the number one matchmaker in Konoha.

Also, I'm not Naruto from the original manga.

Refuse to be pretentious, starting with you and him!

The decapitation blade was already upon them.

Naruto remained standing.

"Naruto-kun, get down right now!"

Sakura immediately pounced on him.

However, the next moment, the Executioner's Blade came to a steady stop in front of Naruto.

Erzhuzi's eyes lit up!

In that instant, he understood.

My cheat... I've chosen you, Naruto!

"Naruto...you?"

Kakashi's face was filled with disbelief.

Zabuza thought he had succeeded.

"Hehe, don't worry, it'll be your turn soon."

But then, in the blink of an eye...

Zabuza: "???"