Konoha: Start by unlocking the caged bird

Chapter 44 Mission Report
After waiting for about ten minutes, Kakashi walked out of the office. His eyes under the mask were a little complicated, but Hinata Yuzuru was not worried at all.

"Could it be that you've reported me to the Third Hokage and are feeling uneasy?" Kakashi couldn't help but sigh at Hinata Yuzuru's teasing tone.

He took off his mask, but there was still a mask covering his face, and only a hint of his helpless sigh could be heard in his voice.

He was silent, wanting to say something, but in the end he just picked up the forehead protector to cover his Sharingan, and whispered to himself: "At this time, it seems that only Ichiraku Ramen is open."

Kakashi turned around and left calmly, but Hinata Yuzuru just chuckled twice and pushed the door open. The third generation was facing away from him at the moment, looking out the window.

When he came in, Sandai gave him an affirmative smile.

"I have heard Kakashi's report on the mission, Yuzuru, your judgment is correct. Orochimaru is indeed not someone that you two can stop. With your information, other ninjas will be able to carry out the subsequent pursuit."

Hinata Yuzuru showed a bright smile: "Thank you, Thirdai-sama!"

Then, he lowered his head again, ashamed: "I am not capable enough. If I were stronger, maybe I could think of a way to stop Orochimaru when facing him."

Sarutobi Hiruzen's kind eyes showed no trace of hypocrisy. He walked up to Hyuga Yuzuru and said affirmatively, "You were able to save the lives of the innocent Iburi clan in that situation, and you were also able to protect yourself and your companions. Yuzuru, you are far more outstanding than I thought."

"Yes." Hinata Yuzuru looked ashamed.

Sarutobi Hiruzen let go of his hand, sighed, and suddenly asked: "What do you think of the Root?"

Hinata Yuzuru pretended to be surprised, then remained silent with some uneasiness. Finally, he appropriately expressed his dislike and disgust for Danzo: "I think the power of the Root may be a little too great. Sorry, I spoke out of turn."

The third generation nodded noncommittally, but he more or less considered the problem pointed out by Hinata Yuzuru in his heart, and said softly: "You don't need to worry about these things yet. Don't worry, Konoha, it will be fine. .”

He smiled and placed high hopes on the boy in front of him: "You will be the new flame of Konoha. I believe that one day, the raging fire you have stirred up will make Konoha no longer need this inevitable darkness."

Say what you want to say to the person. The third generation encouraged and supported Hinata Yuzuru, who seemed to have a clear sense of good and evil, and was gentle and kind. He believed that everything that the Hyuga branch was going through would definitely make the young man feel very uncomfortable. If he could stand firmly behind the branch and give appropriate "support", people's hearts would be won.

Hinata Yuzuru just smiled and said, "Thank you, Lord Sandaime! I will definitely not let you down!"

Yes, I will transform into a phoenix, sing in the sky, ignite a blazing fire, and burn the demons and monsters of Konoha like dead wood. In short, I will lend you my good words~
After the "heart-warming exchange" with Sandai came to an end, Sandai gave him another thumbs up. Not only did he regard this mission as an A-level mission, he also credited him with it. He also generously said that next time he comes back, he will Will consider promoting Hyuga Yuzuru to Chunin. In addition, there will be special mysterious rewards.

At the same time, I also told him that there would be other tasks tomorrow and he should take time to rest.

What can Hinata Yuzuru do?

All I can say is: thank you.

After saying goodbye to the third generation, Hinata Yuzuru slowly walked along the street towards the front of Ichiraku Ramen.

Pulling aside the curtain, Kakashi was still sitting in the corner, but he didn't place an order, he just sat there quietly.

There were also several civilian ninjas who seemed to have just gotten off work and were eating noodles and laughing and chatting.

"Good evening, hand-beater uncle."

"Oh! Yuzuru-chan, sit down quickly! Are you still the same today?"

"Yes, thank you."

"Kakashi too, right?"

"Ah."

The two sat down next to each other, waiting for the ramen to be served. The civilian ninja on the side vaguely noticed that something was not right in the atmosphere. After finishing the noodles, they secretly glanced at the two impressive children and left arm in arm. .

Whether it is Hatake Kakashi or Hyuga Yuzuru, in the eyes of Konoha's ninjas, they are not simple existences. When the two of them are together, they seem even more difficult to approach. People will only envy those who are slightly stronger than themselves, but they will always be in awe of those who are so outstanding that it is unimaginable compared to themselves.

There is also a gap between so-called geniuses.

"I'll watch over you." Kakashi's words came out of nowhere.

But Hinata Yuzuru couldn't help but smile brightly because of this.

"what."

He responded with a very confident voice, telling Kakashi to just wait and see.

Kakashi reached out and pulled the mask. After wearing the mask for several days, he inevitably wanted to get some fresh air. There was no one around, so he simply pulled down the mask, breathed in the fresh air, and turned to look at Hinata Yuzuru.

"Forget today's mission, next time, even if there is danger, we must complete the mission! A senior once told me that ANBU ninjas should regard themselves as killing tools. If the tools cannot complete the mission, it will be us. Dereliction of duty!"

"Although I don't agree with all of this, the mission of the Anbu is not as simple as you think."

"As ninjas, sometimes we have to face not only dangerous situations, but also difficult and desperate situations. Even so, when it is possible to complete the mission, we still have to prioritize the mission."

"As the captain, I will do my best to protect you as a member of the team, but I will never give up the mission again just because it is dangerous!"

He looked very serious.

Hinata Yuzuru just smiled and said, "Don't worry, as long as it is a normal mission, I will complete it seriously, not something that is obviously beyond our capabilities."

"But, more important than the mission, isn't the life of our companions?" Hinata Yuzuru's expression also became serious.

He looked at the silent Kakashi and said in a clear manner: "When the mission conflicts with the safety of my companions, I will make a choice that favors preserving my life, just like today. Ninjas are not tools for killing. If becoming an Anbu ninja means treating yourself as an emotionless tool."

"What is the meaning of the so-called will of fire?"

"Even though Kakashi-senpai and I only studied for two years and graduated early, the first thing that was taught upon enrollment was the so-called Will of Fire, wasn't it?"

"Or, deep down, Kakashi-senpai believes that fire..."

"Enough!" Kakashi stopped Hinata Yuzuru from continuing. He turned his head away helplessly, not wanting to look at him.

This guy is very good at finding faults. If you are not careful, he will follow the clues and give you some hints.

After a moment of silence, Kakashi suddenly said in a vague voice: "You are right."

I just wanted to tell him to get rid of the weakness in his heart and not to think about retreating when he encounters danger. By the way, I also wanted to quote a senior's words to hint that his future life in the Anbu might be quite 'cold and boring'.

But now it seems that he is prepared for the life of ANBU, and has clear opinions on certain things. And, it must be said, these opinions are very much to Kakashi's taste.

As for the so-called instrumentalism.
In fact, Kakashi didn't agree with this either.

Moreover, it was a coincidence that the senior in the Anbu who had told him this "iron law of the Anbu" died before the New Year and did not even see Orochimaru's defection.

"In short, for future missions, don't expect to take the lead and respond passively like you did today." Kakashi finally decided to give up the long-winded speech like his predecessors and directly expressed his thoughts.

Hinata Yuzuru just chuckled. He looked at Kakashi teasingly: "Senior, in my heart, you will always be my captain."

".I hope so." Kakashi said weakly.

Why did the ramen come out so slowly today?
(End of this chapter)