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

For Haneda and Kakashi, it was more about the involvement of the forces behind them.

Kakashi nodded in approval.

Dai, who was standing next to him, seemed a little confused.

"What mascot? Aren't we supposed to be the Hokage's bodyguards?"

Upon hearing this, Yu Tian smiled but remained silent, not wanting to dampen Uncle Dai's enthusiasm.

During the conversation, a member of the Anbu ninja wearing a bird mask walked over from not far away.

He instructed the three of them, including Haneda:

"Uchiha Haneda, Hatake Kakashi, Might Guy, the three of you are responsible for protecting the Hokage's safety at close range."

"Time is almost up, begin executing the orders."

After saying that, the bird-masked ANBU ninja didn't care whether Haneda and the others understood or not.

To be honest, the three people with gilded credentials were suddenly inserted into the pre-arranged task, which made them quite unhappy.

After all, some credit should be shared, and there's a possibility that it might disrupt the execution of the mission.

Fortunately, the Hokage was understanding and kept Haneda and the other two by his side, keeping them away from their duties so as not to affect their missions.

Haneda and his two companions arrived at the location of the Third Generation.

At this moment, the Third Generation was sitting in a carriage, the windows of which were covered by curtains, making it impossible to see what was happening inside.

"Now that everyone's here, let's set off."

Just as Haneda and his two companions stood still, the Third Hokage's gentle voice came from inside the carriage.

"Something's weird, something just doesn't feel right," Yu Tian muttered to himself as he glanced at the curtains.

With the speed of a ninja, why would they need to ride in a carriage?

It will definitely take no more than three days to get from Konoha to Daimyo's residence.

"Could it be to take care of me and Kakashi?"

Haneda thought to himself, and soon he ruled out that answer.

With their talent and strength, there's no need to pamper them by taking them in a carriage.

"Forget it, with Uncle Dai around, no matter what dangers we encounter on the road, they won't be able to threaten me!"

Haneda shook off his complicated thoughts and quietly walked forward beside the carriage.

Before long, the Hokage's voice came from the carriage.

"Haneda, come in. I have something I want to ask you."

"Yes, Lord Hokage." Haneda had no reason to refuse and could only agree.

Inside the carriage, the third generation was smoking and reading a book.

Haneda could see that the book cover read, "Konoha and the Will of Fire."

Chapter 036 Strange Mission

"Please have a seat," the Third Hokage said with a smile, gesturing to the tatami mats in front of Haneda.

Once Haneda was seated properly, the Third Hokage immediately said:

"I know you're a smart kid, and I'd like to hear your thoughts on the Uchiha clan and the village."

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Haneda had guessed that the Third Boss would hint at these issues, but he didn't expect him to be so direct.

"My opinion on the Uchiha? Um..."

"Lord Hokage, I think most Uchiha are actually kind-hearted, but due to various painful experiences, they have become fanatics who pursue power, especially those Uchiha who have awakened their Sharingan."

"As for villages, I don't know much about them. In my view, a village is made up of countless individuals."

“Protecting the village is protecting one’s own interests, and in return, the village will protect the interests of individuals.”

Haneda spoke his mind without exaggeration or bias.

Since the Third Hokage wants to test me, I should be frank about my thoughts.

Anyway, with Uncle Sakumo behind him, neither the Third Hokage nor the Uchiha dared to easily touch him.

Of course, he also kept his opinion about the village a secret.

That is, when the village cannot guarantee the interests of the individual, it is justifiable to betray the village.

"Yes. Your view of the Uchiha clan is very similar to that of my teacher, the Second Hokage."

The third generation nodded slightly, offering no comment on Haneda's views on the village.

Haneda's opinion was not the answer he wanted; he was more interested in knowing whether Haneda valued his family or his village more.

This is also why he put the Uchiha clan and the village together.

Whether Haneda was clever or simply didn't realize this, both of them gave the correct answer.

Overall, however, the Third Generation was fairly satisfied with Haneda's answer.

He felt that Haneda indeed had the potential to become the next Kagami.

After that, the Third Hokage did not discuss anything about the village or the Uchiha clan with Haneda again.

Taking sides is something you have to deduce step by step from the sidelines; you won't get the real answer if you ask directly.

The third generation took a drag of his cigarette, slowly exhaled a smoke ring, and revealed a relaxed smile.

"Since I became Hokage, I have paid very little attention to my two sons."

"Asma is my youngest son and your classmate."

“He has always been a very rebellious child at home. To be honest, I am very curious about what other people think of him. Maybe this can change my opinion.”

"Haneda, could you share your thoughts on Asuma?"

After listening, Haneda was not quite sure what the Third Generation was thinking.

Could it be that he was thinking about the time he treated Asuma like a villain, instantly killing him and mocking him?

"Asuma? Hokage, I think Asuma is a very loyal person, speaks his mind, and hates evil."

They are loyal to their friends, and it has to be said that most of these petty thugs are loyal to their friends.

Speaking frankly makes it easy to let slip secrets and lose the ability to keep them hidden.

I hate evil as if it were my enemy, and that evil refers to you, Hiruzen Sarutobi!

"Is that so?" The Third Hokage smiled, surprised that his rebellious son had a good reputation with Haneda.

The third generation leader then talked about Haneda's parents, focusing on how they did things for the village and how they sacrificed themselves.

In short, it's brainwashing, constant brainwashing.

But for some reason, Haneda's parents sacrificed so much for the village, only to receive the minimum standard of compensation in return.

As I stepped out of the carriage, Kakashi came towards me.

He stared with lifeless eyes and said in a low voice:

"It's a bit boring, Haneda."

"Let's hang in there for a few more days, Kakashi, just a little longer." Haneda chuckled sheepishly, remembering how he had dragged Kakashi into this mess.

Kakashi hummed in agreement and subconsciously glanced at Dai, who was also a marginalized individual.

At this moment, Dai was pacing back and forth, his eyes constantly scanning his surroundings.

"I don't know why Uncle Dai is so motivated. With the Anbu there, we're not needed at all."

As he spoke, there was a hint of complaint in Kakashi's tone.

After all, it would be better to spend that time training and improving one's skills than to carry out such a detestable political mission.

"Uncle Dai? If he's not motivated, we might be in trouble," Yu Tian said with a light laugh.

"Really?" Kakashi looked at Haneda with a puzzled expression.

Although he didn't understand why Haneda valued Dai so much, he trusted Haneda's judgment and couldn't help but pay more attention to Dai.

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Time passed slowly, and the carriage continued to move forward at a leisurely pace.

After countless shifts, dusk appeared and night quietly arrived.

"Here, these are your ration pills."

A ninja from the Anbu came over and handed Haneda his three-piece soldier's ration pills.

"Is this all we're going to eat?" Haneda looked at the dark, unappetizing rations and couldn't help but complain.

"During the mission, the mission should be the priority."

After the ANBU ninja uttered those words without any emotion, he intended to leave quickly, but suddenly the Third Hokage, who was sitting inside the carriage, spoke up.