There are many secrets hidden deep in the ninja world. Years of war and endless flames have buried countless stories in the dust of history, gradually turning them into legends and myths. With the passing of generations, most of them have been forgotten by people. Only some unrecognizable myths are still circulating in the world, subtly influencing human living habits.
It is unrealistic to say how much influence one person has on the ninja world.
Mizuki's actions caused the changes, more because of the key point of Konoha Village, which played a role of a small force to move a large object. It did not play any role in some fundamental things. Tsunade still became the fifth Hokage, and Jiraiya still had to be Naruto's master. The only major change was the killing of the Red Sand Scorpion. The rest could not be changed by Mizuki's "butterfly wings" flapping a few times. The world has changed, and more importantly, people's hearts have changed. Details have not yet reached the point where they can determine the results.
Of course, the first thing Mizuki cares about is not the change of other people's fate, but his own wishes and changes. From a bad Chunin with a "criminal record", he became a somewhat "disobedient" and powerful Jonin, plus a trouble-making and rude character. Others are also considered to be popular. Whether it is a good name or a bad name, it is better to be famous first than to be unknown.
Now, Shuimu's chances of being recognized on the street have greatly increased compared to before. He has been promoted from a minor role to a passerby elite, and is not far from the status of a well-known supporting role, no, it should be a supporting role with a name but no name.
However, the fast-paced life of ninjas can easily make people get into the next period of time. The events of the past few days have really shown everyone what ninjas can do with such things as watching the fun. In Konoha's post-war recovery period, the days of healing the scars need time to accumulate to erase the pain that is difficult to heal. Experiencing happy things is the most effective way for people to put aside unhappiness.
Unfortunately, entertaining others is not Mizuki's interest. How to manage the village is the responsibility of the Hokage. Now, Mizuki is looking at the tasks assigned by Tsunade with great entanglement.
"I say, Lord Hokage, on the first day after my vacation, I was given such a troublesome mission, and I have to travel so far. Isn't it a bit bad?"
"There is no room for negotiation on this matter." Tsunade flatly rejected Mizuki's complaints and proposals. "Every ninja above a certain level has a corresponding mission to perform, and this mission is very important."
Mizuki had also read the details of the mission, which was about the Land of Water. Although the difficulty of the mission was also S-level, to be honest, the difficulty was just that, just an estimate of the possible ninja confrontation. The degree of danger was completely different from what Mizuki had encountered last time. All the intelligence basis for the mission depended on the information provided by Jiraiya one after another.
"We know the mission situation, but why didn't Master Jiraiya come back to explain it in detail after so many days?"
When Tsunade heard what Mizuki said, she became so angry that veins popped out on her forehead.
"That big idiot is so easy to fool. The Hidden Mist Village is really good at playing to his heart's content. I didn't expect that in addition to water escape and assassination techniques, they are also good at playing with people's hearts."
"**?" Shuimu was stunned, then suddenly realized that he must be attracted by women. It was not the first time that Jiraiya was targeted like this. While being famous, it also means some character weaknesses that may be exploited by those with ulterior motives.
"The one who knows people's hearts best must be the new Mizukage. I didn't expect that the Hidden Mist Village, which only knows how to kill, would also have an outstanding Mizukage."
"There is no simple character among the Kages of the five great ninja villages, let alone the Mizukage who stands out from the Blood Mist Village."
Tsunade didn't pay much attention to Mizuki's words, and continued, "You've read the mission, do you have any questions?"
Shuimu shook his head: "Just to show off your power and conclude an alliance?"
"Don't say it so harshly." Tsunade slapped the table and said unhappily, "That's called friendly communication and testing each other's strength so that we can recognize each other's position in the covenant."
"It's all the same." Shuimu replied indifferently.
In fact, it is similar to the Chunin Exams held twice a year by friendly ninja villages. On one hand, they select outstanding Genin and promote them to Chunin. On the other hand, they use effective contacts to judge the future trend of strength comparison, which is used as a reference for the strategic direction of the major ninja villages in the future. However, this time it is held between two of the five major ninja villages that have little communication, and the main reference is not just Genin.
"Okay, whatever you say." Tsunade pressed her temple with a headache, then said, "But you have to do this well. Testing the strength of the Hidden Mist Village is the most important thing, but you have to be careful about the degree."
Know your limits? Mizuki couldn't help but smile bitterly. Did he really think that the ninjas of the Hidden Mist Village were all big carrots that he could cut however he wanted with his sword? Zabuza Momochi, who was holding a beheading sword, could fight Kakashi Hatake on equal terms. How could he be so easy to deal with if he could force Zabuza to become a traitor to the Hidden Mist Village? In addition to the water escape masters, there were also many sword masters that Mizuki hated to face the most.
"Does the Hidden Mist Village know this?"
Don't let it happen that Shuimu just wants to play around, while the opponent wants to fight hard. That would be bad. If you really get angry, it will not end well.
"Since Mei Terumi was able to become the Mizukage as expected by everyone, she must not be an idiot. Jiraiya treated her to delicious food and drinks there, so she probably won't do anything irrational."
"I see." But why did Mizuki feel that he was very dissatisfied with Jiraiya? Good food and drink? Forgot to mention "fun".
"One more thing. Since I'm the vice-captain, who is the senior jonin captain mentioned in this mission letter?"
"It's me." Suddenly, accompanied by a burst of chakra, a familiar voice came.
"Kakashi, why is it you? Are there so few jonin in Konoha?"
"I'm so sorry it's me again. But the mission designated me as the captain."
Tsunade saw that Hatake Kakashi had also arrived, and then said to Mizuki: "The specific number of Konoha's jonin is confidential and cannot be told to you. However, now you two are the two most suitable people on the surface. Your fame and strength are more suitable. One has been famous for many years, and the other has recently become famous."
"Well, let's not talk about reputation. Isn't he a jonin senior? It seems that I am older than Hatake Kakashi."
"There is nothing wrong with the wording on this point. Kakashi became a Jonin at the age of twelve. And you, Mizuki, are twenty-four years old and you've only just become a Chunin, right?" Tsunade said mercilessly.
"Eh?" Is this how you count seniors and juniors? Well, if that's the case, Mizuki's qualifications are indeed weak and shallow. He has only been a jonin for a short time, and his reputation is not all good.
Seeing that Mizuki was speechless, Tsunade nodded in satisfaction: "Any more questions?"
"Where are the others? There can't be only two captains and vice-captains, and not even a team member? Am I the only subordinate?"
"How so?" Tsunade replied, "You will each lead a team and set out together tomorrow."
"Team?" Mizuki realized something, "Genin?"
Instead of using team members, it means that it is a mature team. When there is a shortage of manpower, only the Genin can complete the mission as a complete team.
"Yeah." Tsunade nodded.
"It seems you have made up your mind." Shuimu said with a wry smile, "Why did you choose me?"
Team 7 is led by Kakashi, and the only vacant Genin team left is Team 8 led by Kurenai Yuhi. It seems the tendency is very obvious.
"There's nothing much to say about the specific reasons." Tsunade waved her hand and said, "There's nothing wrong with you. You're strong enough and have experience as a teacher. You're suitable. Although you're not the most ideal candidate, you're a good candidate. The most important thing is that the student's parents have some requirements and they like you very much."
"Parents of students?" Shuimu suddenly realized, "I understand."
It seems that Hyuga Hiashi played a role in this. The Hyuga family can choose not to ask who the teacher of the eldest daughter is, but once they put forward opinions and requests, Tsunade, as the fifth Hokage, needs to consider it carefully. Besides, it is not a difficult thing. Mizuki himself has no problem. It is best for everyone to be happy.
Seeing that Mizuki understood, Tsunade didn't explain much, and then said to Hatake Kakashi and Mizuki: "This mission is up to you. When you get there, communicate more with Jiraiya. The important thing is to find out the true situation and intentions of the Hidden Mist Village. Although Jiraiya is sometimes unreliable, he is still very good at finding out information. Listen to their opinions. Finally..."
Tsunade said carefully: "The new sprouts of Konoha, be sure to protect them and bring them back intact."
"Yes." Hatake Kakashi and Mizuki bowed and replied. Since the mission has been confirmed, there is no possibility of change, and there may not be any danger this time.
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After leaving the Hokage's office, Mizuki and Hatake Kakashi were walking back. Suddenly, Mizuki seemed to have thought of something and asked, "Kakashi, I forgot to ask you just now, why do we have to leave tomorrow? Can't we leave today? Don't ninjas have a strong sense of time?"
"Oh, you're asking that. There's no particular reason..." Kakashi said with a smile, "Because a ninja who is going to participate in the mission has a problem. Although it's nothing serious, it's estimated that they can't set off today."
Something went wrong with the ninja? It should be the Genin who had a problem. These troublesome kids, when I think about having to be a babysitter, I feel...