Konoha's Mission Master

"...Is it because I told the truth?"

Sakumo Hatake asked coldly, his eyes no longer showing any respect. At this moment, he felt his mind was incredibly clear and his body felt more relaxed than ever before.

"Father..." Kakashi, who was on Reiko Aoyama's back, slowly woke up and called out very softly.

He was terrified…

Kakashi's once kind grandfather was now bloodshot, his eyes filled with rage. The bald, one-eyed man behind him also filled him with fear, not to mention the dozens of armed ANBU members around them. At that moment, Kakashi felt as if his father was fighting against the entire world.

"You're awake? Don't be afraid... Daddy will take you home."

Chapter 106 Meeting the Third Generation Again

A light rain was falling.

The surroundings fell silent. The ANBU member holding the weapon looked like a statue cast from marble. Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes were filled with anger, but he did not speak again.

Sakumo Hatake took the newly awakened Kakashi from Reiko Aoyama's hands and used his left arm to secure him to his back.

As Kakashi lay on his father's broad back, he suddenly felt a great sense of peace, as if everything around him had become less frightening.

Reiko Aoyama and Yakumo followed behind...

And the sleeping baby.

"What should we do with this child?" Yakumo asked.

The child's mother, the middle-aged woman in the shop, has been turned into a self-destruct weapon by the mastermind behind the scenes, leaving not even ashes.

“I’ll adopt him… and name him Hatake Hatake.”

Sakumo Hatake opened his mouth.

In a sense, the child's mother died because of Kakashi, and today is the day that Sakumo Hatake broke free from his constraints, making it a day worth commemorating.

"Kakashi, you'll have a younger brother now..."

The rain quickly soaked Kakashi's clothes.

"It's not good to get caught in the rain after recovering from a serious illness."

Sakumo Hatake grasped the white teeth with his right hand…

A mixture of wind and lightning elements was injected.

The white light was dazzling and blinding.

The Root ninjas around him instinctively gripped their weapons, staring at Sakumo Hatake with some wariness.

"These clouds are a bit of an eyesore..."

"Kakashi...watch closely..."

"Because...that move will look really cool!"

Sakumo Hatake spoke easily.

Then… he swung his sword into the sky!

The blade energy, mixed with the power of wind and thunder, converged into a giant silver dragon that crashed into the sky, or perhaps a silver pillar of light that touched the heavens and the earth.

Everyone looked up... at the sky.

boom--

The silvery-white dragon exploded after disappearing into the dark clouds!

First, a loud bang reached everyone's ears, followed by a terrifying shockwave. The dark clouds above Konoha were shattered in seconds, and sunlight shone down again, dispelling the gloom in the environment.

Everyone around was shocked and submitted to this astonishing power that could change the world. This was the source of Sakumo Hatake's greatest confidence.

"Isn't it cool...? This move is called Cloud Breaker, I'll teach you later."

Sakumo Hatake carried Kakashi toward home, and the ANBU ninja blocking their way made way for them.

On this day, Sakumo Hatake swept away the gloom in his heart.

The Secret Manual of Hatake, directly ascending to the Master's Perfection!

Yakumo, who had been pretending to be inconspicuous, finally understood that Kakashi Hatake's natural air of pretense was due to his family tradition.

On a tree trunk several hundred meters away, the Root ninja who had been holding an umbrella for Danzo slowly removed his mask, revealing Orochimaru's pale face.

"A tiger released from its cage is no longer bound by shackles."

The White Fang who abides by the rules and has a sense of morality is not scary; what is truly terrifying is Sakumo Hatake, who has no taboos and walks alone with a knife.

"I'm sorry, Lord Danzo..."

Orochimaru whispered something and then used the Body Flicker Technique to leave.

He originally just wanted to join in the fun, which is why he borrowed the Root identity. He really wanted to block Danzo's attack, but he couldn't, even if he exposed his identity.

This blow can only be taken by Danzo.

Hiruzen Sarutobi stood there, silently watching Sakumo Hatake's departing figure, as if deep in thought.

"Hiruzen..." Danzo called softly.

"Shut up!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi was furious, but when he saw the sword wound on Danzo's chest, he couldn't help but soften.

"Take good care of yourself and recover well..."

Half an hour later, in the Hokage's office.

Hiruzen Sarutobi found it increasingly difficult to understand Sakumo Hatake. As a leader and superior, he absolutely could not allow his subordinates to fall out of his control.

“Iihachi…” Hiruzen Sarutobi murmured softly.

He suddenly thought of that warm-hearted child, a highly talented medical ninja, and most importantly, someone who greatly admired him and had a deep understanding of the Will of Fire.

Of course, the most important thing is that he has a close personal relationship with Kakashi Hatake, and can freely enter and leave the Hatake residence, making him a spy for him to monitor Sakumo Hatake!

"Someone come here... Summon Ichimon... see me!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi got up, opened the window, and drove away the smoke in the room. In his eyes was Konoha Village, which had been revitalized after the rain, and he would not allow anything to destroy this beauty.

Before Yakumo even got home, he was ambushed by the Anbu.

With a click, the secret agents pushed open the door.

Pale-faced Yakumo walked somewhat nervously into the Hokage's office. Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was working, looked up and gave him a kind and gentle smile.

Two top actors clash once again.

“Grandpa of the third generation…” Yakumo greeted him with a hint of nervousness.

"Don't be afraid, child. I just wanted to ask you about what happened today," Hiruzen Sarutobi said kindly.

"What do you want to know... I'll answer whatever I know!"

Yakumo immediately assured him, his body unconsciously moving closer to Hiruzen Sarutobi, his face revealing a fanatical expression of worship.

What happened today?

Yakumo immediately began to recount the events, starting from the time when the group practiced ninjutsu in the training ground, down to how Hatake Sakumo disguised himself as Nohara Rin, how he used the Needle Jizo to help the group escape the blast radius, and finally how he used the Palm Healing Technique to keep Hatake Kakashi alive.

In the narrative, Yakumo downplayed his own influence while emphasizing Sakumo Hatake's power and Reiko Aoyama's healing of Kakashi Hatake, making it about 80% true and 20% false.

After finishing his story, Yakumo straightened his back and waited for Hiruzen Sarutobi's questions, like a guard waiting for inspection.

"You mean... Sakumo Hatake disguised himself as Rin Nohara and trained with you?" Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned slightly.

“That’s right,” Yakumo replied immediately.

Hiruzen Sarutobi understood that Danzo thought he had everything under control, but in reality, he had never escaped Sakumo Hatake's scheme. However, Sakumo Hatake had not anticipated that a third party would interfere.

What do you think of what happened today?

Hiruzen Sarutobi stroked Yakumo's smooth black hair, a smile appearing on his face.

A test... a blatant test.

After a moment's thought, Yakumo's nervousness became more pronounced. His right fist clenched unconsciously, and his face turned slightly pale. He took a deep breath and then answered.

“I feel that Uncle Shuo Mao was too impulsive today. Grandfather San Dai must have had his own difficulties, but he made accusations without distinguishing right from wrong.”

Yakumo raised his head and said sincerely.

Hiruzen Sarutobi pondered the matter carefully and felt that Yakumo's words did not seem to be false; he could continue to guide him further.

"Yes, there was a misunderstanding between me and Sakumo. I really want to repair our relationship, but I don't know what he's thinking right now. If I contact him rashly, things might get even more awkward."

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed, his face showing difficulty.

So he wanted me to be a spy...

Yakumo instantly understood.

"So... what does Grandpa plan to do?"

Yakumo knew Hiruzen Sarutobi's plan, but he still intended to play dumb. Perhaps Hiruzen Sarutobi preferred intelligent people, but he would also be wary of them.

Playing dumb is brilliant.

Hiruzen Sarutobi carefully examined Yakumo, and ultimately realized that the kid had indeed not understood the hidden meaning in his words.

"Could you please relay Sakumo Hatake's movements to me?"

Chapter 107 Jiraiya Returns

Upon hearing this, Yakumo remained silent for a moment.

That's inevitable... If he agrees too easily, Hiruzen Sarutobi will definitely become suspicious, after all, Sakumo Hatake has been very kind to Yakumo.

Betrayal at this point requires hesitation and struggle.

Only then can it be just right.

“…Okay!” Yakumo replied, opening his eyes.

"If doing this can help my great-grandfather and Uncle Sakumo reconcile, I'm definitely willing to do my part."