Multi-Anime, I Stand at the Forefront of Popularity Supremacy

Sasuke was the tallest of the three, Naruto second, and Hanabi was actually the shortest.

However, Hanabi's zori were heeled, and not low ones at that, which made Hanabi's height look about the same as Sasuke's.

"I'm going to kill you!"

Naruto was about to go berserk when Kakashi grabbed him. "Why would you want to kill the uncle we're about to protect, you idiot?"

[LOL, when they were talking about height, the other two silently leaned closer]

[I report, Hanabi cheated, she wore heels!]

[It's one thing for Hanabi, but Sasuke is also so sly, leaning in together]

[HAHAHAHA]

[Don't forget they're all 12-year-old kids, this behavior is pretty normal]

The silly audience was complaining, while Tazuna began his introduction.

"I am the super famous bridge builder. 'Tazuna' is me. During the period I return to my country to complete the bridge, you must do your best and escort me."

After he finished, Team 7 accepted the mission and set off.

But Hanabi came before the Third Hokage at this time.

"What's wrong, Hanabi?" The Third Hokage was still looking at the mission roster for others.

"Lord Third Hokage, I want to ask you a question," Hanabi said.

"Oh? What question?"

"—It's just—"

[Could there be a hidden story?]

[Found something again]

[Damn, the screen switched]

[Camera operator, no chicken legs for you!]

Hanabi hadn't expected that the stage would give her a few more shots.

Unfortunately, before Hanabi's intention could be seen, the screen switched to two people in black clothes running. These two were weaving through the forest, easily making people wonder if there was some conspiracy, or if it related to the question Hanabi was about to ask.

"It's just that I want to know, if during a mission, we discover that the mission's difficulty exceeds expectations, when we complete the mission, will it still be calculated according to the mission as it was accepted?" Hanabi asked.

"If the client has concealed information, or if you encounter force majeure that causes the mission's difficulty to exceed expectations, you can seek support or abandon the mission. If completed, it will be calculated based on the situation when it was accepted," the Third Hokage frowned. "Do you think that Mr. Tazuna has a problem?"

Hanabi didn't answer, but continued to ask, "Isn't it based on the actual difficulty?"

The Third Hokage thought for a moment and said, "If the client explains the situation and pays the additional commission fee, it can be calculated based on the revised situation."

"Then I have no more questions," Hanabi smiled, bowed to the Third Hokage, and then left.

The Third Hokage also put down his pipe.

He still had great confidence in Hanabi.

"Lord Third Hokage, what was that?" Iruka was somewhat confused.

"It seems Hanabi has seen something, but this should be within her capabilities. Oh my, I didn't expect her to be bolder than Naruto. But I hope she doesn't get too overconfident."

In the Third Hokage's view, Hanabi had probably seen something, but she seemed less satisfied than Naruto with simply having "Completed 1 C-rank mission" written on her mission record. Instead, she wanted a record of completing a higher-ranked B-rank mission.

"There won't be any problems, right?" Compared to the somewhat "hands-off" Third Hokage, Iruka became more nervous.

"With Kakashi there, there won't be any problems."

Let alone a mere B-rank mission, even an A-rank mission wouldn't be a problem with Kakashi around. Moreover, the Third Hokage knew a bit about Hanabi's situation; she was a genius. Although she had just graduated, dealing with an ordinary Chunin was not an issue.

She couldn't possibly encounter an S-rank mission, could she? It's impossible, absolutely impossible, right?

"Naruto, Hanabi, Sasuke..." Only Iruka was still worried.

Meanwhile, the prepared Team 7 had already arrived at the gates of Konoha.

Naruto and Sasuke both had large backpacks on.

But Hanabi seemed somewhat out of place.

This was because Hanabi was wearing a beiyi. The character '被' in beiyi is pronounced 'pi' and was once popular in Japan during the Warring States period as an outer garment for women.

However, while called a "garment," it was more like a bedsheet or blanket that one draped over their head.

Hanabi used the beiyi to cover her head and her kimono. Even more excessively, she was holding a cloth doll in her hand.

"Hanabi, what is this?" Naruto walked over when he saw Hanabi, his face full of confusion.

"It's my travel outfit. I can't keep holding an umbrella after we leave, can I?"

Carrying a red umbrella to shield herself from the sun was also part of Hanabi's "personal image." But since she was going out now, it wouldn't be appropriate to do so.

"You don't look like a ninja at all dressed like that," Tazuna also walked over.

Rather than looking like a ninja, Hanabi looked more like a young lady from a prominent family from somewhere.

"That means there's no problem," Kakashi walked over. "Hanabi is playing the part of a lady escort."

"Oh, I see, truly worthy of you, Sparkle!" Naruto exclaimed, finally understanding.

Sparkle really didn't seem like a ninja like this.

But standing next to Tazuna, she looked more like a companion.

"...But why does it feel more like a young lady and her servant?" Sasuke muttered to himself nearby. He obviously didn't say it out loud, but it was displayed on the video feed.

[So Sasuke is the comic relief.]

[LOL, Sasuke, my spirit animal.]

[What does "Nizhuizi" mean?]

[So this is the Sasuke you are.]

[If you cut Sparkle open, her heart is black.]

[I feel like Sparkle is covering for Naruto. Tazuna can't see Naruto clearly, but here Tazuna has become Sparkle's servant. She really is... I'm crying.]

[She really is... I'm crying... Ah, LOL, I'm dying of laughter.]

The viewers erupted in cheerful laughter.

Tazuna himself didn't realize the issue.

"But if you're dressed like that, it'll take us half a day to travel. Kimonos aren't practical for walking," Tazuna said, wanting to get back sooner.

"Don't underestimate ninjas, Mr. Tazuna. Sparkle is the fastest among us," Kakashi said with a smile.

"I really don't understand ninja stuff."

He nodded, seeming to understand but not quite, and then the group left the village.

"Alright, let's go!" Naruto took the lead, the first to cross the gates of Konohagakure. It was his first time traveling far from the village, and it was no wonder Naruto was so excited.

"Are these brats really okay?" Tazuna said, taking a swig of alcohol.

"I'm going to be Hokage, so don't underestimate me!" Naruto put his hands on his hips.

"The Hokage is the strongest super ninja in your village, right? I don't think someone like you can become one." Tazuna took another drink.

"Shut up! One day I'll become Hokage and make everyone acknowledge me, even you, old man!"

Naruto clenched his fist.

"Even if you become Hokage, I won't acknowledge you," Tazuna said dismissively.

"I'll kill you!" Naruto was about to lose control again when Kakashi pulled him back.

"Old man, that's enough. You don't have to force yourself to drink. If you're trying to drown your sorrows, you'll feel even worse when you're sober."

Sparkle spoke softly next to Tazuna.

Upon hearing this, Tazuna's hand, which had been lifting the wine bottle, froze.

[Hit the bullseye.]

[One-hit kill.]

[Brilliant instant kill.]

[Four-character army? (referring to a common meme format)]

[Destroying the formation.]

The viewers continued to joke around.

And so, Team 7 finally set off on their journey.

The Land of Waves, a country that lived in peace, was not valued by the great nations, and didn't even have ninjas.

A secluded island nation.

Hmm... perfect for causing trouble.

Honkai: Star Rail Sparkle + Red Rope.jpg

Author's Note:

Although it's the Land of Waves, it's actually unrecognizable lol.

Chapter 2 added, two chapters added first~

The rest will be a massive update on Friday Orz

Feeling guilty, going to save some drafts...

Chapter 44: I, Hanabi Hyuga, Am the Hokage Commentator

"How did she keep up?"

In the viewers' screen, glimpses of two figures flashing through the forest appeared from time to time.

And in reality, Team 7 was moving through the forest.

Tazuna was curious how Sparkle was keeping up with their speed. He then noticed that although Sparkle's stride was only about half a foot long, her speed was surprisingly fast. She only took half-foot steps, but it seemed like she was covering several meters.

It was as if the ground beneath her feet was shrinking.

Hanabi herself seemed to be walking slowly, yet her opponent somehow closed the distance as if unaware.

"Mr. Tazuna's country doesn't have ninja, does it?" Hanabi asked Tazuna, turning the question back on him.

"Ah, well," Tazuna stammered.

He didn't know if Hanabi's implied meaning was that his village lacked a ninja village, or if it was literally devoid of "ninja."

"Are there no ninja in the Land of Waves?" Sasuke chimed in, hearing Hanabi's voice.

Kakashi, standing nearby, glanced at Tazuna, then at Hanabi. "The Land of Waves does not have a ninja village. While most countries differ in culture and customs, they generally have ninja villages and ninja."

[Note the gaze, definitely foreshadowing]

[Tazuna is sweating]

[A word game, it's definitely a word game]

[Don't just mention Tazuna, haven't you noticed Kakashi has also spoken?]

[Kakashi: When Hanabi speaks, my CPU starts running at full speed]

[Kakashi: I can't tell, I really can't tell!]

If this were the year 2004, not many viewers would have noticed these details.

But viewers in 2024 have a hundred minds; even if Hanabi had only one intention, they would interpret a hundred.

What's more, Hanabi truly did have something specific in mind.