Can't Let This White-Haired Uncle Corrupt Hinata

"Almost."

Hagoromo nodded. After all, those who became missing-nin had all done something in their respective villages.

"Huh?! What?"

Naruto, on the other hand, was completely confused. What exactly was the Akatsuki?

"You'll understand later. For now, let's finish the mission and go back."

Hagoromo waved her hand without saying much, then turned and went to the side to look at the twin swords that Raiga Kurosuki had just dropped.

The Raikiri, capable of creating and attracting lightning, has almost all the same functions as the Kusanagi Sword that he gave to Sasuke.

However... Hagoromo shook his head. Konoha is currently cooperating with Kirigakure.

It's impossible for this sword to be taken over by Konoha.

He took out another scroll and sealed it up, planning to ask the old man for a solution once they reached the village.

Perhaps we can still salvage something for Konoha.

After all, the newly appointed Fifth Mizukage seems to have always had the idea of reorganizing the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist of the Mist.

However, since Samehada was torn apart by himself, he can probably only remain one of the six.

After finishing packing, Hagoromo led Naruto and the others to the village to explain to the village chief that the mission was complete.

After that, there was no need to worry about the so-called chameleon attacks, as for the young people who did not return to the village.

They also informed him that he was buried in that valley.

Those young people weren't abducted by the chameleon; they just happened to be spotted by Raiga Kurosuki and tied up as well.

As for why Raiga Kurosuki did this...

In this distorted Shinobi World, there are far too few people with such immense power.

Hagoromo encountered many similar situations during her previous missions, and she resolved them directly whenever possible.

Even if Naruto doesn't make a move, he will; he can just extract information directly from his mind.

After finishing the task, Hagoromo led Naruto back to the village.

The journey was not as smooth as when they first arrived. After entering the Land of Land of Fire, Hagoromo would have Naruto and the others go in and take a look whenever they passed through some of the larger villages and towns.

They traveled on and off, stopping frequently, and it took them almost a week to finally reach Konoha.

"I'm finally back!"

Naruto propped himself up on his hands, gazing at the Konoha Gate with a look of nostalgia.

Despite all the unpleasantness of his childhood, he has lived a good life ever since.

Konoha was his home!

"Alright, let's go to the Hokage Building and hand over the mission first."

After handing the receipt for returning to the village to the regular Konoha gatekeeper, Hagoromo led Naruto and the others to the Hokage Building.

Upon arriving at the Hokage's office, before Hagoromo could even knock, the door was opened.

Kakashi, who came out from inside, was taken aback when he saw Hagoromo, then Teuchi in greeting, "Long time no see, Hagoromo ~"

Hey! White-haired uncle!

Naruto, however, pointed at Kakashi in surprise and said...

"I wanted to say this last time, kid, you should call me Nii-san!" Kakashi bent down and vigorously ruffled Naruto's hair.

This feels so good.

"Ugh~ I don't want to, you pervert." Naruto stepped back irritably and quickly led Hinata into the office.

We can't let this white-haired old man corrupt Hinata.

"Hiruzen Hokage, we're back!" Naruto shouted as soon as he entered the office.

"Alright, I'll go in first too. I'll find you for a drink sometime."

Hagoromo waved her hand, indicating that she still had tasks to complete.

"No problem." Kakashi narrowed his eyes and replied happily.

Sasuke glanced at Kakashi, then followed Hagoromo inside.

"Yo, Naruto, you're back from your mission?" Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Naruto with a beaming smile, and couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

If Hagoromo hadn't relayed the message back, he might have actually sent someone to look for them.

It's just that a C-rank mission takes way too long to complete.

Hinata, standing next to Naruto, blushed, after all, Hiruzen Sarutobi had just looked at her as if she were his granddaughter-in-law.

As for why Hinata had this feeling?

Because Hiruzen Sarutobi had just let something slip, but Naruto, being the thick-skinned person he is, didn't react at all.

"Master." Hagoromo walked into the office and went straight to the desk to put down the scroll.

"The mission is complete, but an unexpected incident occurred: a member of the Akatsuki is capturing this summoning beast."

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the three scrolls placed in front of him and nodded.

The information had already been relayed back by Hagoromo, but the delivery by Ninja Hawk was not reliable, so Hagoromo had to bring it back herself.

As for showing Naruto and the others around, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't find anything wrong with it at all.

What's wrong with my disciples and grand-disciples wanting to play?

"Yes, the Intelligence Department will handle the specific details. As for this mission..."

At this point, Hiruzen Sarutobi fell into deep thought, truly unsure of what to say.

Who would have thought that an ordinary C-rank mission would involve members of the Akatsuki?

Moreover, it was defeated by three Genin: Naruto, Sasuke, and Hinata.

As for questioning this?

That's a joke. Hiruzen Sarutobi knew about Naruto and his group's strength; they were practically Elite Jonin.

Even a moment of carelessness could lead to immediate and disastrous consequences.

Kakashi is one example, but it's not to say that Naruto are comparable to someone like Kakashi.

Rather, it's their age that's too deceptive, and their methods are far beyond the level of Genin.

While there are many talented ninjas in the Shinobi World, who at this age would truly believe it?

Geniuses aren't like cabbages.

"Naruto, you all did a great job on this mission!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Naruto, Sasuke, and Hinata with a smile on his face.

He defeated a powerful Jonin without taking any damage, and this Jonin was a former member of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist of the Mist.

They also brought back a renowned Ninja Blade and a summoning beast that could evade conventional perception.

Hiruzen Sarutobi was truly pleased with this.

"Therefore, it has been decided that Naruto, your mission this time will be upgraded to A-rank."

"Great!" Naruto jumped up. They had just become trainee Genin and had already completed A-rank mission.

This is definitely something Naruto should be happy about.

Although Sasuke wasn't like Naruto, he couldn't hide his excitement.

Hinata, meanwhile, stood quietly to the side, watching the delighted Naruto.

The so-called mission level is not as important as Naruto's mood right now.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, on the other hand, had a cheerful expression. He had originally planned to upgrade his S-rank for this mission.

But considering Naruto's status as Jinchūriki, I think it's better to be cautious.

After all, for a ninja under ten years old to complete an S-rank mission is far too conspicuous at this point in time.

However, being classified as A-rank, the presence of Hagoromo in the team makes her less conspicuous.