Put simply, Naruto would definitely be the main force in this mission to steal the "Box of Paradise" from Kusagakure alongside Karin.
The reason Karin was being sent with him was that she was familiar with Kusagakure's environment and local customs.
With Karin's help, Naruto's infiltration of Kusagakure would go much more smoothly.
Otherwise, if Naruto just charged straight into Kusagakure, how was he supposed to steal the "Box of Paradise"?
Kusagakure might be a small ninja village, and in Soji's eyes, its people were a bunch of overconfident idiots, but that did not mean they were stupid enough to watch the "Box of Paradise" get stolen without doing anything.
No, if Naruto carried out the mission alone, it would probably turn into outright robbery...
That would not look good for Konoha's reputation or dignity.
That was why Soji had assigned Naruto and Karin the mission of stealing the "Box of Paradise" from Kusagakure.
"Good. Once you've made your arrangements, set out as soon as possible! Remember, don't head straight for the Land of Grass. That would be too conspicuous.
"The best option is to travel around under the pretense of training or sightseeing, visit a few more places, and then pretend to be merely passing through the Land of Grass.
"That way, you won't attract the attention of Kusagakure's higher-ups.
"Also, I'll reimburse all expenses you incur while carrying out this mission!"
Soji first laid out travel arrangements for Naruto and Karin, then generously declared that he would cover all their expenses while they were away.
Hearing that, Naruto and Karin exchanged a glance, and their eyes lit up at the same time.
Being able to enjoy themselves on the mission budget was simply the best thing ever.
Naruto had already decided that before completing the mission, he and