Deployment

Mitokado Homura nodded.

"We can arrange supply escorts as well."

"Scout the routes in advance and keep the new-generation teams away from the enemy's main force."

"If they come under attack during an Escort mission, prioritize getting the students out safely."

Hiruzen Sarutobi took over.

"Mission rewards will be issued according to standard Genin rates."

"After each mission is completed, assign someone to conduct a review."

"Let them know where they made mistakes and how to correct them."

The three discussed each item in turn.

The list of early graduates.

The examination schedule.

The testing venue arrangements.

The candidates for team leaders.

The mission areas.

Medical support.

Evacuation routes.

Every detail was confirmed again and again.

Fang Xu knew nothing about any of this.

At that moment, the spatial disturbance at the edge of Konoha's training grounds had completely faded.

Kakashi Hatake stood beside Fang Xu, with the Hidden Mist Frontline Camp beneath their feet.

Rows of tents stretched out ahead of them.

Patrolling ninja passed by the two of them, then stopped upon sensing the spatial disturbance.

Some had already gripped their Kunai.

Others swiftly formed hand seals.

Still others directly sent signals toward the Commander's Tent.

"Who are you?"

A Konoha ninja shouted in a low voice.

Kakashi immediately took out his forehead protector, revealing Konoha's symbol.

"We're allies."

The ninja did not relax even after recognizing Kakashi.

"Where did you come from?"

"Konoha."

Kakashi pointed beside him.

"He brought me here."

The ninja looked at Fang Xu.

The next instant, his expression changed.

"Jonin Fang Xu?"

The nearby ninja all turned at the sound.

Several Chunin responsible for patrols hurried over.

They had never seen Fang Xu in person, but they had seen his name in battle reports.

A man who could make Kirigakure, Iwagakure, and Hidden