Mission Routine

After cuddling with Yūhi Kurenai for a while, Yamei and Kurenai met up with Hinata and the others at the agreed-upon time and place for barbecue.

It wasn't just them; Asuma's team and Kakashi's team were also there.

When Asuma saw Yamei, his eyes lit up, and he tried to strike up a conversation with Yamei several times, but Yūhi Kurenai intercepted him.

After the barbecue, Asuma even paid the entire bill for all three teams.

Yamei watched all of this unfold, vaguely guessing the reason behind Asuma's actions.

"Poor Asuma... you have no chance anymore."

Yamei shook his head. Asuma had not only failed in romance but had also gifted him a Fire Style Ninjutsu and a Wind Style Ninjutsu...

As for Kakashi, he also received two Ninjutsu, but unfortunately, he didn't get the ones he wanted.

Besides those two, Ino and Shikamaru had actually given him their unique secret techniques! Yamei had integrated them into Empathic Mark and Shadow respectively.

The next morning.

At the appointed time, Yūhi Kurenai and the five of them gathered.

"Today will be your first mission! Are you excited?"

"..."

"Woof woof..."

A cold wind blew, and Yūhi Kurenai's lips twitched. She looked at the four people in front of her.

Shino watched her quietly, Kiba was playing with Akamaru on his head, and Hinata's eyes were practically glued to Yamei.

As for Yamei, he was standing there all crooked, looking like he hadn't woken up yet.

After taking several deep breaths to suppress her emotions, Yūhi Kurenai glared fiercely at Yamei.

Seeing this, Yamei immediately adjusted his stance. He still had to give Kurenai some face, otherwise, he wouldn't get dinner.

"Teacher Kurenai... may I ask what the mission is?" Hinata asked.

"The mission is very simple: cleaning up trash in the river."

"..."

"You want me, the future Hokage, to clean up trash??" Kiba pointed at himself in disbelief.

Yamei glanced at him upon hearing Kiba's words... Although... he did get his wish once... but a Hokage who only knows Fang Over Fang?

No... there's also Fang Wolf Fang...

Yūhi Kurenai also rolled her eyes at him. "The mission has already been accepted. Completing missions is the ninja's code. Let's move out now!"

The group quickly arrived at the mission location. The river water was not rapid.

However, since they hadn't learned how to control Chakra yet, they couldn't tread on water and had to work in the river.

"Yamei, why are you still standing there?" Yūhi Kurenai asked, looking at Yamei who was still on the shore.

"Sigh... coming, coming."

Yamei made a bitter face, formed hand seals, and two shadow clones immediately appeared. They then stepped onto the water and began their work.

Yūhi Kurenai was stunned but said nothing.

"Huh!? Yamei, you can actually tread on water! How did you do that?" Kiba asked in surprise.

Shino and Hinata looked over at the same time, their eyes seeking an explanation.

"Oh, you gather Chakra at the soles of your feet, and once you adapt to the water flow, you'll be able to do it," Yamei's shadow clone explained while busy working.

"Alright, this won't stump me!" Kiba clapped his hands and immediately tried it. However, as soon as he stepped on the water and tried to stand up...

Splash!

"Help... help me!"

"Woof woof!"

"Kiba!" Hinata was anxious but couldn't get close due to the distance.

Shino quickly tried to come over.

Yamei's shadow clone slapped his forehead and also ran over.

Suddenly, there was a flash before everyone's eyes, and Yūhi Kurenai pulled Kiba and Akamaru out of the water.

"Don't try treading on water lightly yet. I'll teach you specifically in a while."

As she spoke, Yūhi Kurenai also glared at Yamei: "You behave yourself."

"He tried it himself," Yamei shrugged helplessly.

"Hey, Yamei, are you guys on a mission too?" a surprised voice called out. Turning around, they saw Ino, Shikamaru, and Choji walking over with Asuma.

"Ino, what are you guys doing?"

Looking at the three of them... wearing straw hats and carrying hoes on their shoulders... they looked quite strange.

"Hmph! Teacher Asuma took on a weeding mission for us! It's outrageous!" Ino complained.

"This... all D-rank missions are like this..." Asuma scratched his head.

Yamei reached out and ruffled Ino's head, laughing, "Take your time, all ninjas have to go through this at the beginning."

"Mhm!" Feeling the warmth on her head, Ino immediately beamed, her mood improving significantly.

"Help! No... the river's over there... don't go that way!"

Just then, a scream rang out. Everyone's gaze snapped towards the sound and they saw Naruto, being dragged by several large dogs, splash into the river.

Behind him, Sasuke and Sakura, who were holding the dogs' leashes, hurried to catch up. They awkwardly greeted Yamei and the others when they saw them.

But before Yamei, Ino, or the others could respond, Naruto had already been pulled out of the river by the dogs.

"Help! I can't do this!!"

"That way... that's the trap zone!!"

Seeing this, Sasuke and Sakura couldn't bother with anyone else and immediately chased after them.

"..."

Everyone fell silent watching the scene unfold.

"I think... weeding might actually be pretty good," Shikamaru finally said after a long pause.

"Yeah! Let's go weed quickly!" Ino agreed with a nod.

As Ino and the others left, Hinata looked at Yūhi Kurenai, "Kurenai-sensei... can you please not take dog-walking missions anymore in the future?"

Kurenai's mouth twitched, and she nodded helplessly.

It seems the little girl has some trauma from Naruto's experience.

"Wow, dogs are so cute, why wouldn't we take the mission!" Kiba said angrily.

"Shut up!" Yamei's shadow clone flicked out some water weeds and stuffed them into his mouth.

If my Hinata doesn't want it, then she doesn't want it. What's with all the questions!

After finishing their missions in the morning, Yūhi Kurenai began training everyone in the afternoon.

However, after only an hour...

"Kurenai, you're doing it wrong."

Looking at Yūhi Kurenai lying beside him, and then at his shadow clone instructing Hinata and the other two...

"You know, I'm not very good at Ninjutsu and Taijutsu..." Kurenai said with a sly smile.

"Sigh... what can I do with you, Kurenai... You're impossible," Yamei sighed.

"Okay, okay, I know you've worked hard. I'll make you something delicious tonight and give you a massage," Kurenai said, smiling and squeezing his hand.

As the day slowly passed, Yamei went to Tenten's Ninja Tool shop alone.

"Welcome to Tenten's Ninja Tool shop!"

Tenten's sweet voice rang out, but her smile froze when she saw Yamei.

"What... you don't welcome me anymore?" Yamei teased.

"N-no." Tenten's face flushed, and she quickly shook her head.

"Alright, has my ninja sword been made yet?"

"It's ready! I'll go get it for you right away!" As soon as she heard "ninja sword," Tenten's face immediately showed a look of confidence.

A moment later, Tenten emerged from the warehouse, holding a sheathed longsword in her hands.

The longsword was of the Tang Saber type. Compared to ordinary ninja swords, this sword was silver-gray and perfectly straight! It was more simple and imposing!

Yamei took it, felt its grip, and then with a shing, the blade was slowly drawn from its sheath, emitting a cold glint!