Naruto: All My Targets Are Ninjutsu

Chapter 168 Dinner and Departure: Experiencing Flying Thunder God Again (Part 2)

"Special Jonin?"

The first to ask was Obito: "Third Hokage, what is that? A particularly powerful Jonin?"

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"More or less."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a chuckle.

Minato Namikaze, standing nearby, coughed lightly and began to explain to his disciple: "The so-called 'Special Jonin' refers to a ninja who possesses talent far exceeding that of a Chunin in certain specialized areas, but who lacks overall ability or experience. They can be seen as Jonin reserves, possessing the official status and some authority of a Jonin."

"With Yu's current ninjutsu level, he is already comparable to some Jonin. However, Yu is still young, and there is room for improvement in his experience and chakra reserves. He can hone his skills for a while before taking on more important responsibilities."

"?!"

Obito's eyes widened as he turned to look at Mikami Yu, his mouth agape as if he could fit an egg in it. "Does that mean Yu is practically a Jonin now?!"

"good."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, confirming Obito's statement, then looked at Yu Mikami again: "Yu, what do you think?"

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All eyes were on Yu Mikami.

Asma's eyes held a hint of envy;

Kurenai Yuhi and Rin Nohara looked delighted and proud, as if they were sharing in the glory;

Matt Kai clenched his fist tightly, his eyes burning with the flame of youth.

As for the rest, Genma Shiranui and the others, they couldn't even feel envious; they could only sigh in despair.

After all, Asuma and the others would almost certainly be promoted to Jonin, and most of them could only reach the level of Special Jonin at best. This was the starting point for Mikami Yu, and the gap between people was so vast that it was despairing. So, there was nothing else to do but look up to them.

Yu Mikami himself was a little hesitant.

He was somewhat surprised by Hiruzen Sarutobi's suggestion, but not entirely unexpected.

After all, wartime rules are quite different from peacetime rules; otherwise, Kakashi wouldn't have been promoted to Jonin at the age of 12. Based on the strength he displayed in this round of exams, he surpassed even the 12-year-old Kakashi, making him more than qualified to be a Jonin, let alone a Special Jonin.

This is without Mikami Yu using "Neural Activation Technique" and "Flashbang." Both of these techniques are capable of killing someone on sight, so he plans to keep them hidden as trump cards and not easily expose them so that others can find a way to counter them.

In theory, Special Jonin are considered part of the Jonin rank and can enjoy more resources and benefits;

But at the same time, it also means more responsibilities and obligations. He might have to lead Obito and Rin Nohara on missions alongside Minato Namikaze frequently in the future, which is hardly a pleasant task.

but----

Weighing the pros and cons is one thing.

How to answer is another matter entirely.

How could Hiruzen Sarutobi refuse an invitation made in public? That would be incredibly disrespectful.

Therefore, after only a moment's hesitation, Mikami Yu met Hiruzen Sarutobi's gaze and said in a deep voice, "Thank you for your recognition and guidance, Hokage-sama. I am willing to accept this nomination."

"very good."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded with satisfaction, his smile deepening. "Then, I will submit this nomination to the Jonin team for review as soon as possible, and I will notify you immediately if there is a result."

"Also, regarding that ninjutsu, you can think about it some more, discuss it with Minato or Tsunade, and come find me once you've decided."

This refers to the promise of a high-level ninjutsu that Mikami Yu received from Hiruzen Sarutobi when he went to the Hokage Building.

Yu Mikami was still a little hesitant about choosing this technique. He decided to think it over carefully before going to find the other party.

Given his current status as Hokage, it's unlikely that Hiruzen Sarutobi would renege on his debt.

after that.

Hiruzen Sarutobi then said a few words of encouragement or praise to Asuma, Kurenai Yuhi, and the others.

In the hearts of these young people, the current Hokage's status is still very lofty. Even just a few casual words from him can make them feel their blood boil and they wish they could immediately burn with the "Will of Fire" for Konoha. On the contrary, Asuma, the son of Hiruzen Sarutobi, looked the calmest.

After a while.

Under the excited gazes of the crowd, Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand and said with a smile, "Today is a happy day for you all, so this old man won't disturb your celebration any longer."

"Enjoy your well-deserved joy; the future of Konoha belongs to you."

"Have a good day, Hokage!"

Amidst greetings, Minato Namikaze and the others followed Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Yu watched them leave, then glanced back and noticed Tsunade standing not far away, arms crossed, looking at him from a distance. She then seemed unwilling to get involved and led Shizune away in another direction.

Until then.

Nohara Rin looked at Mikami Yu with a bright smile and sincerely congratulated him, "Congratulations, Yu! From now on, I'll probably have to call you Mikami Jonin!"

"—Yeah, yeah, I never expected our team's first Jonin to be you, Yuu! I thought it would be that cocky Kakashi! You'd better treat us to a good meal this time!"

Obito was initially a little disappointed, but he forced himself to cheer up and said loudly with an excited expression.

"He's just a special rank ninja, not a true Jonin."

"That's about right. Didn't Minato-sensei say it's equivalent to a Jonin level position?"

"That's right, Yu, you have to treat us to a proper meal!"

"Ah, what an enviable man. I wish I could become a special Jonin someday."

Surrounded by Asuma and the others, Mikami Yu, the absolute protagonist of the day, coughed lightly and said somewhat helplessly, "Everyone's here today, and it's also the day we're promoted to Chunin. How about we have a picnic together to celebrate? I'll go buy some ingredients."

The proposal was met with an immediate and enthusiastic response from everyone.

Obito immediately recommended a woodland near the Naka River. He often trained in that area and knew there were several quiet and beautiful spots there.

It doesn't matter to others; this is all about having fun. It doesn't matter where you go; theoretically, you could even sit on the ground in the training ground.

That afternoon.

A group of teenagers, carrying their own groceries, arrived at the riverside woodland near the Namka River. They spread out a picnic blanket, which was covered with a dazzling array of food: fragrant grilled meat skewers, golden and crispy tempura, and rice balls of various flavors.

Fresh fruit salad —

Of course, the "designated celebratory drink" is also indispensable: chilled "raw cola".

During the meal, Dai Shi and Matt Kai were still arguing about the exam.

They were a truly star-crossed couple, constantly vying for power since their time at the Ninja Academy. In a sense, they even saw each other as Kakashi's substitute, though they themselves didn't agree.

Rin Nohara would occasionally get up to help distribute food to everyone.

Asuma and Namiashi Raido huddled closer, asking Mikami Yu about training methods and the shuriken throwing technique he had used in the match.

Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled patterns on the picnic blanket. Everyone temporarily forgot the looming shadow of war and enjoyed a rare moment of relaxation.

The dinner lasted for about two hours.

It wasn't until the sun was about to set that everyone reluctantly said goodbye and went home.

Yu Mikami and Rin Nohara naturally went home together. As soon as they arrived near their house, they saw the little white dog barking and rushing towards them, wagging its tail vigorously in front of them, looking adorably clumsy. This made Rin Nohara squat down and affectionately rub the little thing's head.

next to.

Mikami Tajima and Nohara Hiroshi, each carrying two large bags of groceries, watched the scene with smiles and said, "Hey, Yu, Rin, you're back? Your performance today was fantastic, especially Yu, you were amazing! The audience was in awe."

"Uncle Hiroshi, you flatter me—by the way, where were you just now?"

"Oh, your Uncle Hiroshi and I discussed it and decided to have a family dinner to celebrate. We were originally planning to eat out, but there have been too many guests in Konoha these past few days, and all the seats and private rooms at BBQ Q are fully booked, so we won't go out and join the crowd."

"I see—"

Yu Mikami nodded.

Two weeks ago, when he and Nohara Rin had just returned, Nohara Hiroshi treated their two families to a barbecue dinner. Now, the Mikami family is hosting a family banquet, which can be considered a return of the favor.

As they were talking, Mikami Yu suddenly looked up and keenly spotted a figure. It was an ANBU ninja wearing a mask, who appeared not far away, glanced in their direction, and then said in a calm tone, "Mikami Yu, remember to meet with Jonin Minato at the village entrance at seven o'clock tomorrow morning for a secret mission."

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Rin Nohara paused slightly, "What mission? With Minato-sensei—does that mean Obito and I have to go too?"

The ANBU ninja didn't say anything, and simply used a Body Flicker Technique to leave.

Yu Mikami smiled and said softly, "This is a secret mission, so you and Obito don't need to go. Well, the mission objective is actually quite simple, and we should be back soon. Rin, you and Obito can stay in the village and rest. If you have nothing to do, you can go and ask Lady Tsunade for some pointers."

"----Oh well."

Nohara Rin clearly didn't believe the "easy mission" claim, but she was also well aware of her own abilities. She nodded and said softly, "Well then, Yu, be careful on your journey, and give my regards to Minato-sensei."

"I will."

Yu Mikami responded with a smile.

The family dinner that evening needs no further explanation.

The two families had a good meal and drinks. Mikami Tajima and Nohara Hiroshi even opened a bottle of wine and drank a few more glasses, but they didn't seem to be able to hold their liquor very well. Afterwards, their wives took them back to bed and they fell asleep.

After sending Nohara Rin back next door, Mikami Yuya returned to pack his things to prepare for tomorrow's mission.

Silent all night.

Time flew by and it was already the next morning.

It's almost seven o'clock.

Yu Mikami arrived at the entrance to Konoha Village on time.

At this moment, he was dressed in casual dark clothing for ease of movement, his ninja tool bag and short sword already prepared. Minato Namikaze—

Their figures arrived almost simultaneously, their golden hair shining brightly in the morning light.

"Is it just the two of us, Minato-sensei?"

Yu Mikami looked around but didn't see anyone else.

He had initially thought Kakashi might be there too, since he hadn't seen him much in the past few days.

"To be precise, there are four."

Minato Namikaze said, "Inuyagi Jacques and Aburame Shiguro left the village two days ago. They will infiltrate Kusagakure ahead of us to find out the exact location of the detention center and the guard situation, and wait for us to go and meet up with them."

"I see—"

Yu Mikami nodded.

He had heard of both of them. Shiguro Aburame was the most outstanding member of the Aburame clan in the present day, and he kept nano-sized poisonous insects in his body. This ability was inherited by Torune Aburame during the main story period of the original work.

Given that the goal of Konoha's operation this time is a secret infiltration and rescue, it is appropriate to have the Inu and Aburame clan ninjas, who are skilled in perception and concealment, assist Minato Namikaze.

"Are you ready, Yu?"

Minato Namikaze extended a hand and gently placed it on Yu Mikami's shoulder: "Kusagakure and Konoha are quite far apart, walking there would take too much time. I'll use the Flying Thunder God Technique to take you there directly. You might feel a little uncomfortable during the process, but that's normal."

"If there are no other questions, shall we set off?"

"it is good."

Yu Mikami hadn't taken it too seriously at first, but seeing the seriousness in Minato Namikaze's voice, he took a deep breath and nodded in agreement.

next moment.

Minato Namikaze activated his ninjutsu.

A strange sense of weightlessness and spatial distortion enveloped him instantly. The village archway, the morning mist, the trees—all the images rippled violently, blurred, stretched, and then shattered and reformed as if a stone had been thrown into the water!

—【Flying Thunder God】!

This wasn't the first time Mikami Yu had experienced the Flying Thunder God Technique. The last time was when "Team Minato" had just been formed, when he, Obito, and Rin Nohara were taken directly from the classroom to the training grounds on the outskirts of the village by Minato Namikaze. But that time, the distance they traveled was only a few kilometers.

This time, however, it was a full hundred kilometers long.

Inuyagi Gaku and Aburame Shiguro, who had previously gone to Kusagakure, had left a Flying Thunder God Kunai every few dozen miles along the way. So now, Minato Namikaze used these Kunai as his coordinates, and he and Mikami Yu were constantly jumping between different spaces.

From Mikami Yu's perspective, the scene before him changed rapidly—from the familiar entrance to Konoha Village, to the dense forest, then to the somewhat desolate hilly area, and finally to the riverbank where the wind howled.

The feeling of weightlessness, dozens or even hundreds of times more intense than during his first experience, surged into his body in a very short time, making him feel dizzy and his stomach churn.

After the fourth jump.

When Minato Namikaze stopped, Yu Mikami felt as if the surrounding scenery was a rapidly spinning kaleidoscope. After a few seconds, his vision refocused, and then he heard Minato's gentle voice from beside him: "How are you feeling?"

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