The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

This is also a kind of 'growth' for Menma. Now, Menma, this transmigrator, has truly integrated into this world, abandoning some of the so-called kindness in his previous life. Of course, it would be more appropriate to call it 'hypocrisy'.

It is worth mentioning that...

During these ten days, Team 7 did not waste any time. For example, Sakura and Sasuke began training in climbing trees and walking on water, after all, they had seen Naruto and Menma walk on water so easily.

Even someone as proud as Sasuke couldn't remain unmoved.

Erzhuzi would never refuse any means that could make him stronger.

Sasuke took the initiative to suggest it, and Kakashi couldn't refuse, so their training naturally began. Naruto and Menma also had their own training. Naruto kept pestering Kakashi to learn more advanced ninjutsu, while Menma started training in the Rasengan.

As an A-rank, unmarked ninjutsu, the power of the Rasengan is undeniable. In the original work, Kabuto Yakushi almost died directly from this technique. It was only because he was a medical ninja that he was able to withstand it.

This technique can increase the attack power of the current facial paralysis.

It should naturally be put on the agenda as soon as possible.

Kakashi was well aware of the origin of the Menma technique, so he wasn't surprised. The ten days passed quickly thanks to the individual training of Team 7.

Until February 20th.

Team 7 finally left the Land of Waves and embarked on their journey back to Konoha. Compared to the time it took to set off, the return journey was much faster.

In just a few hours.

The group then entered the territory controlled by Konoha Village.

"Oh, oh, oh, you're finally back! This trip has really been long!"

When Team 7 returned to the gates of Konoha, Naruto stretched and looked at the familiar scenery of his own village, a look of excitement appearing in his azure eyes.

Sakura, standing to the side, also couldn't hide her excitement.

After all, it was her first time leaving the village and her first time carrying out a C-rank mission. Everything ended so perfectly, which was already something to celebrate for Sakura Haruno, not to mention the considerable extra income she received!

Thinking about this.

Sakura couldn't help but glance again at the person on the far left with a faint smile on their face.

'Yeah, I guess I was overthinking it. Menma-kun is still the same Menma-kun!'

At this moment, Sakura Haruno fully utilized her subjective imagination, using her own filter to remove all the negative views she had previously held about Masa, easily restoring her positive view of Masa from the beginning of their graduation.

The reason is simple: Menma's attitude has become much gentler than before, and he has given them a large sum of money!

That was an income far beyond Sakura's imagination. Just thinking about being able to go back to the village and go on a shopping spree made Sakura's lips curl into a smile.

"Alright, we've been away from the village for quite a while this time, so I'll give you a few days off. You don't need to go to the mission handover. Just go home and rest well, and wait for my next call-up order."

Kakashi was the first to step into the main gate of Konoha Village, then turned to look at Naruto, Menma, Sasuke, and Sakura with a smile and said.

"Oh!"

"Yes, Kakashi-sensei."

"Ah."

The group replied in unison.

Then.

The four of them leaped into the air and flew off towards their respective homes.

Kakashi, on the other hand, headed alone towards the area where the mission center building was located.

After spending a few minutes handing over the task and collecting the remaining task reward,

Kakashi did not go straight home.

Instead, he leaped forward and headed towards the Hokage Building.

This mission has become more unpredictable, and they've brought back the corpses of Zabuza and Haku, as well as the Executioner's Blade. All of this needs to be reported to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

The same applies to Menma's performance in this mission.

My first time leaving the village.

It is also a special kind of training and test for mahjong players.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 69 Reports and Intermissions

"Hmm, it actually involves Zabuza, the demon from Kirigakure? That's quite a surprise..."

As Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the two sealing scrolls and the Executioner's Blade that Kakashi had placed on the ground, a faint look of surprise appeared on his aged face.

It's not uncommon for a small C-rank mission to be upgraded directly to an A-rank mission, but such accidents are rare. For Class 7, who just graduated, to encounter this is something that even Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't have predicted.

Then, with a gentle wave of his hand.

A member of the secret service appeared simultaneously, took the sealing scroll and the decapitation sword from the table, and then left.

The bodies of these two individuals are of considerable research value. Even if the decapitation sword is not kept in their own ninja village for use, it can be used as a bargaining chip in negotiations with Kirigakure in the future. Both are undoubtedly high-value assets.

"Then, Kakashi, what's your opinion? What do you think of Menma?"

"Yes, Third Hokage, I think Menma is a trustworthy ninja worth training. I believe he will definitely become a pillar of Konoha in the future, just like the Fourth Hokage."

Kakashi straightened his body and replied in an unusually solemn tone.

At this moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi also placed his hands on the table with an extremely serious expression on his face as he looked at Kakashi, as if he wanted to confirm something repeatedly. At that moment, time seemed to stand still.

I don't know how much time passed.

Hiruzen Sarutobi then revealed a faint smile, nodded slightly and said, "Well, that's good. I trust you the most to lead Team 7. Kakashi, whether it's Menma, Sasuke, or Naruto, I hope they can all receive the right guidance."

"Yes, Lord Third Generation, please rest assured!"

Kakashi nodded seriously in reply.

"Ah."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded in satisfaction, then with a flick of his wrist.

"Whoosh!"

Kakashi then leaped away and left the office.

Hiruzen Sarutobi also returned to his duties as Hokage.

Now that he was back home, Ma naturally had no idea that the Third Hokage, who seemed to trust him completely, still harbored some suspicion towards him. However, this was clearly a perfectly normal development.

Menma ultimately wasn't as positive, optimistic, innocent, or passionate as Naruto in the original work.

Moreover, a 12-year-old kid with the Nine-Tails inside him, even if we're not worried about Menma himself, we have to worry about the Nine-Tails' potential outburst, right?

As the Hokage who led Konoha for over forty years, if he were truly so careless, he would never have been able to maintain such firm control over the village.

This can happen after the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, dies in battle.

The fact that Hiruzen Sarutobi was able to secure the position of Hokage at the age of 20 is enough to demonstrate his exceptional skill.

This is why, after reading the original work in their previous lives, many people felt that Hiruzen Sarutobi, at least after reaching adulthood, became a hypocrite wearing a mask.

Even though the original work tries its best to portray this Hokage as so kind, so righteous, so bright and so great, the facts are a relentless slap in the face to Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Danzo's existence is a point that can never be bypassed.

If Hiruzen Sarutobi is unaware of Danzo's actions, then Hiruzen Sarutobi is stupid; if Hiruzen Sarutobi is aware of Danzo's actions and even tacitly approves of them, then Hiruzen Sarutobi is evil!

If Hiruzen Sarutobi was completely unaware of Danzo's actions beforehand, and even after learning of them, he hesitated and always resorted to mild reprimands without any real punishment, then...

That Third Hokage was both stupid and wicked.

No matter which one it is.

This Hokage is not someone to be trusted.

At least, that's what Mianma thinks.

Now, he wouldn't hesitate for a second.

With Konoha about to face another crisis, Menma really needs to carefully and comprehensively plan his next steps.

What path should he choose?

Although she had considered a series of options before, after eliminating them one by one, Menma found that she really had very few options to choose from, and the one that seemed most reliable was the one she had.

'It can only be this one. It's a bit dangerous, but it's practical...'

Menma looked at the dense black characters he had written on the white paper. When his gaze fixed on a certain word, a sharp glint appeared in Menma's eyes.

There is no best choice.

Some were simply the only choice made out of necessity due to the circumstances.

It was a high-stakes gamble.

The 'stakes' required are one's own life, but so what? Since one is unwilling to live a stifled and humiliating life, then one can only choose to embark on this path.

Let's set the date for the Chunin Exams in a few months!

Mianma's eyes flickered slightly as he silently pondered to himself.

In order to escape Konoha, besides having a minimum level of self-defense ability, the timing is also crucial.

In the original story, the Chunin Exams, with the Hidden Leaf Village and the Hidden Sound Village joining forces to launch the Konoha Crush plan, provided an excellent opportunity.

At that time, Konoha was definitely in its most chaotic state.

This is the ideal time for Menma to leave Konoha.

However, this is just a preliminary plan. The goal remains unchanged, but the specific operations and choices may change depending on the actual situation. Following the plan blindly is not a good thing.

It's not uncommon for plans to fall short of reality.

I need to have more alternative plans!

Menma took a deep breath and thought silently to himself.

Of course, the most important thing is one's own strength.

The stronger one's own strength, the greater the initiative one can take. Therefore, during these few days of rest...

Menma remained completely focused, as his Rasengan training in the Land of Waves had already progressed smoothly.