"Join the guard detail to protect someone?"
Leaving the Hokage's office, Xia Yan recalled what Minato Namikaze had said, an inscrutable look appearing on his face.
He had already realized what else Minato Namikaze's assignment meant. Barring any surprises, the future Savior was probably about to be born!
"Time really does fly."
Indeed, time had passed quickly.
Before he knew it, they had reached this point in time. More interesting still, he would actually be taking part in this assignment himself.
Xia Yan had thought this assignment would have little to do with him. After all, even Kakashi had not participated.
Besides, it was already September, and the weather was gradually cooling. He still had not received any news, so he had assumed this affair would have nothing to do with him.
He had not expected to be told about it in person today. Although it surprised him somewhat, he was not overly worried.
"The only trouble will probably be having to face Obito for real."
Deep down, Xia Yan remained somewhat wary of Obito. Ultimately, his ability was rather obnoxious.
Still, wariness was one thing. In an actual fight, Xia Yan really was not afraid of him. They both used space, and although their methods differed, they were fundamentally somewhat similar.
Simply put, whoever chickened out was a dog!
"Hmm?"
As he walked, Xia Yan suddenly noticed someone approaching. Looking up slightly, he could not help smiling.
The newcomer was none other than Danzo!
Danzo clearly noticed Xia Yan too. In particular, when he recognized Xia Yan's mask, anger immediately filled his eyes.
They were both members of Konoha, both rooted in the shadows, and Xia Yan had done something so terrifying in Sunagakure. There was no way Danzo would not recognize his mask!
"Nightingale Squad Leader, quite the