Kisame, who was like a puppet, had another Yin Release Chakra Hagoromo.
She could no longer resist; her lifeless eyes remained open.
"Alright."
Hagoromo spoke softly, and the surrounding Anbu quickly put away their scrolls.
"Hagoromo, this—."
Inoichi stepped forward and looked at Kisame, whose eyes were already lifeless.
"Senior Inoichi, he will answer any questions you ask now, so you can rest assured."
Hagoromo shrugged and then tried to leave.
"Uh, aren't you coming with us?" Inoichi looked exasperated. What would happen to them now that the person in charge was gone?
"Don't worry, as long as I don't untie him, he won't be able to break free."
Hagoromo waved her hand and said, "This is also the most terrifying part of Yin Release: Heart-Illuminating Realm."
Even the Hagoromo is not used lightly.
Unless the target is already prepared to send him on his way.
For now, it would be better to let the Konoha Torture and Interrogation Force do the interrogation; at least they won't lose focus later.
"Besides, Ibiki is definitely better at interrogation and such."
After saying that, Hagoromo left without looking back.
"Minister, what should we do?"
The Intelligence Department ninja standing nearby asked with a troubled expression.
"What else can we do? Call Ibiki Morino over, and also have the Sealing Squad come over."
Even though Hagoromo said she was fine, the Sealing Squad still had to come over.
It's better to be safe than sorry.
--
The next day.
Hokage Building Mission Section.
Hagoromo led Neji to the hall, where the Yutoshi and Yamanaka Kokone were already waiting.
Muta is still recovering, so Neji can fill in for him.
After introducing Neji to the Yutoshi and Kokone, Hagoromo stepped forward to the ninja registration desk and asked:
Are there any C-rank missions?
After all, Neji, so he needs to get familiar with things first.
Furthermore, the team includes Jonin and Special Jōnin, making it possible to quickly complete almost any C-rank mission.
This will allow Neji to become familiar with the place and also to train him.
"Lord Hagoromo, let me take a look over here."
The registered ninja had no questions and immediately began searching through the documents.
"Um, Hagoromo Yuyi, there are no ordinary C-rank missions at the moment."
After a long while, the ninja who was registering finally spoke with a troubled expression.
"The newly graduated Genin have already started taking on C-rank missions; only B-rank and above missions are left."
"Then let's go with B-rank mission."
Hagoromo did not hesitate. Putting aside him and the Yutoshi, even if Neji was Genin, his strength was far beyond that of an ordinary Chunin.
"Forehead--"
The ninja who was registering glanced at Neji behind Hagoromo, then looked at Hagoromo, his face showing a conflicted expression.
"While you, Lady Hagoromo, are free to take on B-Rank Missions, your team includes Genin, so logically..."
"That's not in accordance with the rules."
It's not that the ninjas want to meet such a small requirement when registering, but rather it's the way these regulations are implemented.
If anything goes wrong with the mission, the person who issued the order will also be in trouble.
"Alright, Neji, you guys wait here for me."
Hagoromo rubbed his temples. What could he do when he encountered such a responsible employee?
"What's wrong?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi up to Hagoromo with his hands behind his back, looking puzzled.
Upon seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi arrive, the registered ninja breathed a sigh of relief and quickly began to explain.
After hearing what he said, Hiruzen Sarutobi finally understood the reason.
After taking a look at the composition of the Hagoromo Squad, he couldn't help but feel a little troubled.
Ultimately, it's because Hagoromo's team was too well-equipped.
After all, assigning a Jonin and two Special Ninjas to B-Rank Mission would be a waste of their talents.
However, the team also included Neji, a Genin.
"Hagoromo, what do you think?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked, looking at Hagoromo.
"B-Rank Mission is fine too; it'll just give Neji a boost in strength."
The Yutoshi and Kokone exchanged bewildered glances. Becoming a disciple of Hagoromo Jonin required such suffering?
Neji had no objections, after all, his master would never harm him.
Hiruzen Sarutobi tapped Hagoromo on the forehead in an annoyed tone before addressing the registering ninja:
"Just assign them B-Rank Missions."
"Yes, Lord Hiruzen!"
Since the Hokage had spoken, the registered ninjas naturally had no objections and began their search.
"Lord Hiruzen, there is a mission here: to provide close protection."
The registered ninja was found in no time. Hiruzen Sarutobi took a look and nodded knowingly.
"This will do." He said, handing the mission details to Hagoromo.
Hagoromo looks alright; he's just a collateral branch of a noble family from a small country who offended the direct line.
The direct line of ninjas knew some ninja villages and, fearing an attack along the way, entrusted Konoha to escort them.
"No problem, this is fine."
Hagoromo nodded. This mission wasn't particularly difficult, just time-consuming, but it would be enough for Neji to gain experience.
"Let's go, we'll go see the client."
After Hagoromo finished speaking, he left with Neji.
As for why they didn't go to the Hokage's Office to meet the client...
Do they really think everyone is Naruto? If it weren't for the fact that Naruto is the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, he would have to be extra careful every time he leaves the village for a mission.
Even Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't possibly be summoned to the Hokage's Office for a meeting; it's impossible to expect him to do that every time.
The Hokage would really be exhausted.
At most, only some special A-rank and S-rank missions require an audience with the Hokage and a report upon completion of the mission.
"I'll have to trouble you ninja masters this time!"
Inside the reception room, a young man dressed in aristocratic attire bowed solemnly to Hagoromo and the others.
"Ah, before we begin the mission, I'd like to ask a few questions."
Hagoromo waved her hand and said, "You mentioned that ninjas will appear. Which ninja village specifically?"
The young man was taken aback, then looked at the servant beside him.
"Sir Ninja, we only have suspicions. After all, our young master hasn't returned home much lately."
The attendant, having received instructions, stepped forward and responded.
"Suspect?"
Hagoromo was a little speechless. It had to be said, even nobles from small countries were still so wealthy.
"Yes, the resources produced by the Land of Vegetables are constantly being purchased by the Land of Water."
"That's why we inevitably come into contact with ninjas from the Land of Water, which is why we thought of asking Konoha for help."
Hagoromo nodded. As one of the Five Great Nations, even with its internal strife, the ninjas of the Land of Water are still stronger than those of some smaller ninja villages.
"All you need to do is escort them there?"
It's no wonder Hagoromo asked that question. If she already suspected a ninja attack, there's no reason she wouldn't be afraid once she arrived at the country.
"Uh--" The servant was at a loss for words.
However, the young nobleman standing to the side did not hide anything and spoke frankly:
"Once I return to the Land of Vegetables, the direct line of my father's subordinates will no longer be allowed to run rampant."
So that's how it is; a melodramatic power struggle.