Laziness is common to all people.
Human beings are reluctant to move once they are free, especially when they have nothing to worry about.
This problem is clearly reflected in Uchiha Chen, otherwise he would not have stayed at the Ninja Academy for five years, even though Teacher Nishimura hinted several times that he could graduate early.
However, it is impossible to advance in advance. If it were not for the war, Uchiha Chen would have been ready to unlock the title of "The Strongest Genin".
This is much more satisfying than Konoha Lightning, and it also has a sense of accomplishment.
"So, people are forced out."
Third Hokage took a long drag on his pipe and then said these words.
"...?" Uchiha Chen pretended not to understand, showing a very confused expression.
Third Hokage sighed. At this age, he didn't have the ability to pretend to be stupid. Today's children are really amazing...
Although he thought so in his heart, he was not prepared to continue playing dumb, but directly showed his cards:
"Chen, how long has it been since you Team One performed a mission?"
This is indeed what happened.
Uchiha Chen smiled awkwardly, "It didn't take long."
"Well... it didn't take long, but now you are all December. In other words, from the end of the war to now, you Team One have not performed any missions."
"..."
Third Hokage sighed, "Chen, you should know that the village has been very busy recently. For the mission, even Sakumo, who was on a blind date, was sent out by me."
Uchiha Chen nodded silently, after all, what else could he do after all that was said.
And to be honest, ordinary ninjas have no room to refuse the tasks assigned by Hokage, especially in wartime, Hokage's orders are absolute and unquestionable.
If it weren't for his relationship with Third Hokage and the fact that it was a time of peace, it wouldn't have been possible to delay it until now.
Seeing that the young man agreed, Third Hokage smiled with satisfaction, put his pipe in his mouth and took a puff before continuing, "It's not that I have to force you to do it, the main thing is that this mission is related to you.
Remember Twelve Guardian Ninja? "
"Yeah." Uchiha Chen nodded.
Naturally, I will never forget this. At that time, he almost wiped out the group. It was also because of this that a series of things happened like Uchiha Clan to Daimyo's Capital.
"Didn't you see the body of the man named Ryoma that day?"
"Yes, does this mission have anything to do with him?"
Third Hokage nodded and said, "Yes, he did not return to Daimyo after escaping, but disappeared. Now there is information that he appeared in a place called Beika Town..."
"Where?!"
"Beika Town, what's wrong?" Third Hokage looked confused.
"No... nothing, I just feel that this place name is a bit familiar."
"Well... it's normal if you've heard of it. Beika Town can be said to be the Land of Fire area with the worst security, bar none!
There is where Land of Fire exiles prisoners, and there are various battles and bizarre deaths every day. "
Uchiha Chen smiled to show his understanding. After all, this was an existence comparable to Gotham City.
"Then Ryoma, what is he doing there?"
Third Hokage considered his words and then explained, "This is an old story. The current generation Daimyo is the younger brother of the previous generation Daimyo. Later, due to some reasons, after he inherited the position, he exiled the son of the previous generation Daimyo to Beika Town.
Ryoma contacted the son of the former Daimyo and prepared to launch a coup. "
Uchiha Chen was stunned, and the one he returned was the Hokage version of Hamlet.
"We at Konoha will not intervene in the problems between Daimyo, but there is one thing..."
With that said, Third Hokage moved the files on the desk in front of him, and then unfolded a Land of Fire map.
After Uchiha Chen came up, he pointed to an area on the map and said:
"This is the location of Beika Town. You can see that it is very close to the entrance to the sea.
Originally, a large number of ninjas were deployed on the border not far away to guard against Kirigakure's sneak attack.
But now we have ended the war with Land of Wind, and Hidden Stone Village and Hidden Cloud Village are coming soon. It can be said that Second Great Ninja War is coming to an end.
So these ninjas have all withdrawn in the past few days.
But just a few days after Konoha Ninja withdrew, Ryoma suddenly appeared and was preparing to support the son of former Daimyo and launch a coup..."
"So, what you're saying is that there might be Hidden Mist Village up to something here?
Third Hokage nodded.
"Hidden Mist Village did not participate in this war this time. Moreover, they are isolated overseas and have developed independently without suffering much losses, so we cannot rule out taking advantage of the current situation."
Uchiha Chen pondered for a moment. Since Third Hokage dared to say this, he must have his own source of information and would not be misguided.
"Then what do I need to do?"
Third Hokage said in a deep voice, "Kill the defecting Guardian Ninja Ryoma, and investigate whether this matter has anything to do with Hidden Mist Village. If you encounter Mist Ninja, kill them if you can. If not, let them go.
Because Land of Water is involved this time, the task level is tentatively designated as A-Rank. "
The power of Konoha is obvious to all, not only Sannin and White Fang, but also a new generation like Uchiha Chen that has suddenly emerged.
Therefore, when Third Hokage handles things now, he is not as "timid" as he was a few decades later. He did not hesitate at all when giving the order to kill on the spot.
"By the way, be sure not to pursue her too deeply." Although Third Hokage knows the strength of Uchiha Chen, young people may get carried away with their passion.
But the sea is not as good as the land. Not only is it the home ground of Kirigakure, but there are also countless deep-sea monsters. Moreover, Land of Water is far away from Land of Fire, so there is no need to pursue it deeply.
"Okay." Uchiha Chen nodded, and then asked, "Do you want to recall Minato and Nawaki?"
Third Hokage had obviously thought about this, so he said directly without hesitation, "Let them continue training. Jiraiya took Minato to Mount Myōboku, and Tsunade also took Nawaki out. There was no time to recall them in a hurry."
"Then it's just me and Mikoto?"
Third Hokage showed a strange expression. "Isn't there another Himeji? I heard that you agreed to take them on a mission long ago."
"..."
Third Hokage continued with a smile, "I asked her to perform a mission a few days ago, and she refused directly, but she didn't give me any face Third Hokage.
Speaking of which, you still have face. "
Uchiha Chen smiled awkwardly.
In fact, he didn't think so much, but with Himeji here, the entire lineup was obviously more reasonable. At least he didn't have to look after Minato and investigate at the same time.
On this point, the strategic value of Byakugan is really high.
Moreover, although Himeji now carries the title of Special Jonin, his real strength is similar to that of ordinary Jonin.
Minato and Nawaki will definitely become more powerful in the future, but they are still in the process of leveling up, which means their combat power is far worse than Himeji.
So as for the lineup for this mission, although there are only three people, Uchiha Chen is still very satisfied.
However, even so, precautions must be taken. No matter what you say there, it's all Beika Town!