We Can't Let Our Teacher's Reputation Be Tarnished by His Students

"Naruto, you were slightly more handsome than Sasuke just now~"

Ino, who had her arm around Hinata's shoulder, raised an eyebrow and said.

Upon hearing this, Naruto scratched his head and laughed smugly.

Haha~ I think so too!

Sasuke, standing to the side, curled his lip and turned his head away from Naruto's smug look.

Shikamaru lazily replied, "Sasuke, I didn't expect you to cooperate with Naruto ~"

"Tch, he just doesn't want to see him make a fool of himself; it'll be the teacher who loses face later." Sasuke's words were utterly insincere.

"Well, say what you want." Shikamaru yawned and said casually.

"What's wrong, Shikamaru? Were you too excited last night to sleep?" Naruto asked from the side.

I just happened to see Shikamaru like this, and I couldn't help but be curious.

"No, actually, Asuma- sensei said last night that we should celebrate, so we ended up eating barbecue until very late."

Choji, standing to the side, explained to Naruto.

Forehead--

Naruto blinked upon hearing this, seemingly after Asuma became Choji's Choji Jonin.

He would take them out for barbecue all the time.

At first, he often came to find Naruto and the others to go together, but as time went on...

Even Naruto felt a little embarrassed.

Hagoromo offered to eat because he was their master, so they wouldn't feel embarrassed.

But Asuma is just Jonin Shikamaru and the others; even Naruto wouldn't dare to eat like that.

"Are you celebrating ahead of time?"

Sasuke couldn't help but look at Shikamaru and asked with some confusion.

This isn't something Shikamaru would do.

"What are you thinking about? It's because we finally got a B-Rank Mission not long ago." Shikamaru raised his eyelids helplessly.

It must be said that the group of people were incredibly eccentric, managing to take on B-Rank Missions within just a few months.

All of these were approved by Hiruzen Sarutobi.

After all, their strength is there; it would be a waste to leave it unused.

Moreover, the Jonin leading each team were trusted by Hiruzen Sarutobi, so there was naturally not much to worry about.

Sasuke nodded in agreement. "That's more like it."

"Oh? Shikamaru, you guys can only accept B-Rank Missions now? We completed A-rank missions right away~"

Naruto spoke with a smug tone.

The two teams were constantly competing to see who could handle the most challenging missions.

It's really just Naruto and Choji.

Naruto simply didn't want to lose, while Choji wanted the grilled meat.

Completing a few C-rank missions would earn him Jonin to a barbecue restaurant with his own Jonin instructor, so how could Choji possibly let such an opportunity pass him by?

"Ah~ That's impressive~" Shikamaru yawned, speaking rather perfunctorily.

"Once I pass the Chunin Ninja Exams, I'm definitely going to go on A-rank mission!" Choji waved his hands, his eyes filled with longing for grilled meat.

A-rank mission! How much premium roast meat can you order then?

Asuma, who was talking to Hagoromo, suddenly shuddered for no apparent reason.

The group chatted as they walked, and finally arrived at the Hokage Building.

They all stopped in their tracks, waiting for their respective team's Jonin to arrive.

Shikamaru only regained his composure at this moment. After seeing the figures of the group, he forced a smile and said...

"Everyone, then do your best..."

"No matter what, we cannot let our teacher's reputation be tarnished by us disciples."

"Hmph, I'm ready to accept first place." Sasuke snorted lightly.

"Hehe, I'm the strongest disciple of the master, just you wait and see!" Naruto grinned and laughed.

The others exchanged glances; Shikamaru's words reflected their thoughts.

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"There are so many people in the village, why do we have to be the ones to receive them?"

Tsunade stood unceremoniously in Konoha Gates, looking at Jiraiya obvious displeasure.

"Haha~ Nobody in Konoha is ever idle these days." Jiraiya laughed heartily.

As the Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi would naturally not come to the gate to greet them during the Chunin the Five Nations.

While it's possible to have someone of Kakashi's caliber entertain them, it wouldn't quite reflect Konoha's attitude.

The welcoming team is fixed, but the key figures must hold a pivotal position, representing importance.

In the end, the only option left was for Tsunade and Jiraiya, who were now the new members of the Council of Elders.

"Isn't Hagoromo just idle?"

Tsunade thought of Hagoromo, whom she hadn't seen much in the office lately, and couldn't help but say something.

"Hagoromo? He's the Jonin leading this team in the competition, and also the examiner for the final assessment. He's not exactly free."

Jiraiya waved his hand. Others might not know, but how could he not know Tsunade beside him?

I just find standing here annoying.

"Okay~" Tsunade replied impatiently, then turned to Shizune behind her and asked.

What time is the reservation for arrival?

Upon hearing this, Shizune opened the document in her hand, then looked up and said, "Lady Tsunade, it's almost done."

"The shadows from each village gathered in the capital before coming here together. They should be arriving soon."

Tsunade with his fingertips, visibly annoyed, and said, "You could have just come directly, instead of having to gather together before coming."

"You're already a Shadow, why do you still need to care so much about these rules?"

"Alright, Tsunade. Let's calm down. This is a grand event for Konoha after many years."

As soon as Tsunade finished speaking, Jiraiya straightened up with a serious expression.

Dust was already rising in the distance as several figures dressed in divine robes led a group slowly approaching the Konoha Gate.

Jiraiya reached out and nudged Tsunade, then put on a smile and walked towards the oncoming ninja group.

Tsunade and slowly followed Jiraiya's steps.

"With the presence of all the Kage, Jiraiya, and Tsunade, representing the Third Hokage, extend our warmest welcome."

"You've all had a long and dusty journey, so please head to the guesthouse to rest first!"

Jiraiya spoke, he turned to the four Kage, the strongest Shinobi World, and extended an invitation.

This was just a formality, and besides, Konoha had already arranged a welcoming party.

The Fourth Raikage A, glanced at Jiraiya and Tsunade standing on either side of him, and at the welcoming party playing music at the gate.

Ignoring the other figures beside him, he walked ahead alone.

Killer B and Hi, as members of the Shadow Guard Unit, followed directly.

Seeing that the Raikage had already gone in, the Fourth Tsuchikage and the Fourth Kazekage, their bodies wrapped in bandages, quietly followed in, led by the Anbu who had been arranged in advance.

The Fifth Mizukage Mei Terumi, glanced at Tsunade with curiosity.

There are very few famous female ninjas in the Shinobi World, but Tsunade, who is standing before us, has been a well-known figure in the Shinobi World since the Second Shinobi World War.

Tsunade raised an eyebrow, her gaze fixed on Mei Terumi.

Seeing Tsunade's expression, Mei Terumi smiled and said nothing more.