Was Deidara an idiot?
In Kizaru's view, he wasn't stupid. In fact, when it came to combat and carrying out tactics, he was a genius—a giant in action.
But in his day-to-day dealings, the guy was definitely an idiot. Or, to put it another way, he hadn't grown up.
The mess Deidara had caused this time was proof enough of his immaturity.
After receiving a message from Ebizo, Kizaru quickly arrived in Rainbase. He didn't meet with Deidara, but went to find Ebizo instead.
After hearing from Ebizo why Deidara had come and what they'd talked about, Kizaru couldn't help laughing.
The two continued discussing Deidara, then went on to complain about Ōnoki, the former Tsuchikage and Deidara's teacher, before finally getting back to business.
"Tell Deidara his rank will be raised. Kage Level is out of the question, but Jonin is a possibility. The condition is that he must evade capture by the Navy. Consider it a test. If the Navy catches him and we have to step in to rescue him, then tell him he can get ready to spend the rest of his life as a Genin."
That was Kizaru's instruction to Ebizo, who soon relayed it to Deidara word for word.
"What? I have to spend my whole life as a Genin? I, the great Deidara, won't get caught by some lowly Genin. Just watch. Not only will I escape the Navy this time, I'll deal them another heavy blow." Deidara was extremely unhappy that the higher-ups didn't trust him!
Ebizo smiled and nodded. Then, out of the goodness he had left in his heart, he offered a reminder. "I've received word that the Navy has discovered your whereabouts and is sending troops here."
"Let them come," Deidara said confidently.
Still smiling, Ebizo continued, "The one