In the Hokage's office, Mitarai Shishao and three new Genin accepted a C-level mission to escort intelligence to the Land of Hot Springs. The mission was related to intelligence, but it was not confidential and could be completed by a Chunin. The presence of a Jonin in Shishao's class could be said to be a waste of talent.

"The Purple Sky class has completed 15 D-level missions with excellent results. In view of your outstanding performance, this C-level mission will be given to you." Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded to Purple Sky while smoking a pipe. His eyes swept over Duke and the other two, lingered on Asuma for a moment, and kept an eye on Duke for the rest of the time.

Duke was not at all nervous, looking at the middle-aged Third Hokage. This was the second time he had seen the Third Hokage except for the opening ceremony. Compared with his old appearance in the future, the Third Hokage was full of energy, exuding a sharp aura with every move, and was very strong. Asuma held his head with both hands, turned his head aside, and looked indifferent. Kurenai, on the other hand, was full of admiration, and looked at the Third Hokage carefully.

"Class Zixiao is guaranteed to complete the mission!" Zixiao said seriously, took the scroll and put it into the interlayer of the Jonin vest.

"Zixiao, don't be so serious. With your strength, this C-rank mission is easy to accomplish." Sarutobi Hiruzen said with a smile, casting a hidden look at Asuma. Unfortunately, Asuma turned his head away and didn't notice, otherwise he might have noticed his father's apologetic look. Born in the family of Hokage, he was destined to be different from his peers. His father, who was busy with official duties, could not give him much fatherly love.

"Ninjas will not take the mission lightly because of its level!" Zixiao said, and it was more accurate to say that he was teaching Duke and the other two, rather than speaking to Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"I feel relieved when you say this. Take good care of these three. They are the future of the village." Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded seriously.

"The Daimyo's notebook has been secretly taken out by ninjas from both countries. Although they hid it very well, this is the Land of Hot Springs after all, the territory of our Hot Spring Ninjas. I have obtained their intelligence. Find them and take back the notebook... No matter whether it is Konoha or Kumo Ninja, no one will be spared!"

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"The world of ninja is so cruel. Compared with the powerful Konoha and Kumogakure, the success rate of the Yuugu Village in completing the mission is too low, and elimination is inevitable. Even in the Country of Yuugu, most citizens will choose the two major ninja villages to submit tasks. It is said that the Daimyo of the Country of Yuugu is considering canceling the establishment of the Yuugu Village because of the deficit." Zixiao sighed. Although the Country of Yuugu is not big, the Yuugu Village is still quite famous in the ninja world. He never thought that time has passed and everything has become a thing of the past.

"These damn big countries have never taken us seriously. When we become stronger, we will make them pay the price!"

"The destination of this mission is the border town of Hot Spring Country, located in the northeast of Fire Country. The time limit for the mission is very loose, so we don't need to rush there." Yutarai Shixiao walked behind the three people. Because of his occupational disease, he looked around for hidden corners to see where enemies might be hiding and where traps might be set.

"The spies we arranged next to the Daimyo have brought reliable information. The Daimyo can no longer tolerate the huge amount of money invested in the Hot Spring Village every year and has decided to abandon the village." "Incompetent waste, he is just a coward who enjoys the protection of his parents. When he is frightened by the Lightning Country and the Fire Country, he is like a mouse hiding in the corner and trembling. Without the life-threatening battles of us Hot Spring Ninjas, how could he have such an extravagant life? The power, status, and money were all earned by us Hot Spring Ninjas with our lives. Now, in order to please the two major countries, he is using us as sacrifices. This short-sighted Daimyo will sooner or later destroy the Hot Spring Country!"

Zixiao did not hide his secrets. He taught the three people along the way, imparted his years of experience, and taught them that only cautious ninjas can achieve long-term success. Compared with head-on confrontation, most ninjas are better at sneak attacks and ambushes. It is common for Chunin to assassinate and poison, and kill Jonin. He also explained a lot about poisons and traps, emphasizing the importance of antidotes, and did not stop until the three people were dizzy.

Zixiao accepted the order, agreed, and led the three people out of the Hokage's office and headed straight for the gate of Konoha. After submitting the task list, he led the four people out of the village gate. This was the first time for the three people to go out of the village, including Duke. After crossing into this world, it was his first time to contact the outside world. The three people were excited and chattered, and everything they saw was new.

"Don't be angry, he's just a waste. Even if he has powerful ninjas protecting him, it will only take more effort to replace him. The problem is the Land of Fire and the Land of Lightning. If we don't stop them from coveting the Land of Hot Water, no matter how many daimyo we replace, it will be useless."

"Oh, that's really sad!" Asuma shook his head, the powerful Konoha would never face such a situation.

"The Kingdom of Hot Springs is located between the Kingdom of Fire and the Kingdom of Lightning. Due to the existence of the two major ninja villages of Konoha and Kumogakure, the Hot Spring Ninja Village in the Kingdom of Hot Springs has gradually declined. Lack of competitiveness has led to a reduction in missions, and a reduction in missions means that there is not enough money to train new ninjas. If the Hot Spring Ninja Village cannot escape this vicious cycle, it will soon become history."

"Really? But I think their level is average. The hairstyles of the customers who come out are not good-looking at all." Asuma took another peek and felt even more weird.

In the heart of the Kingdom of Hot Springs, deep in the vast jungle, huge trees can be seen everywhere, and the sunlight is blocked by the branches and leaves, and is not seen all year round. In the shadows, two figures wearing black cloaks are talking secretly across the giant trees.

"There's actually such a thing!" Asuma said in surprise, "I always thought that rebel ninjas lived in fear and were constantly hunted down. I didn't expect that they could still accept missions."

"Let those fanatics of the God Cult fight with them. Don't they claim to be the messengers of God? The Kingdom of Tang is in danger. It's time for them to come out and save the believers."

"You will understand these things when you grow up, Asuma. Maybe you will come to the barber shop often to get your hair done in the future."

A famous tourist attraction in Yuzhikuni, Hot Spring Street.

"I have come into contact with these things frequently before, so you know a lot. When you become experienced ninjas, you will soon surpass me." Zixiao laughed and encouraged.

"So what should we do?"

"That's right. We can't let them have it easy."

"So amazing, it feels like Teacher Zixiao knows everything!"

"That's the theory, but it's not a high-level mission, so I don't plan to speed up for safety reasons."

"..." Mitarai Shixiao pretended not to hear. If he said something wrong at this time, he would be killed on the spot by the Hokage at the gate of Konoha.

"Indeed, if the soup ninja no longer exists, who will resist the invaders? Those mercenaries who change their minds according to the situation, or the samurai he keeps in captivity?"

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"Well, let's head towards the Land of Hot Springs..." Asuma perked up when he heard about the hot springs: "If we speed up and reach the Land of Hot Springs sooner, can we stay longer?"

"What if a war breaks out? If the Thunder Nation invades, won't they have no room to fight back?" Duke asked.

"marvelous!"

"Can't we just sit down and have a good talk?" Hong Ruoruo said. Then she felt that it was impossible and shook her head.

"What a bummer!"

"No matter what the result is, it's a victory for us Tang Ninjas."

"Even so, it's too much." Asuma always felt that Duke was hiding something. The pink store seemed to have an infinite temptation that made him feel warm.

"Because they are cheap! Compared to the ninjas from regular ninja villages, the wages of wandering ninjas and renegade ninjas are very low. They stick together to form mercenaries and rely on war to survive. Unless they are crazy, even renegade ninjas will not have disputes with their employers. Usually, they are still quite popular."

"That's a barber shop, a place that specializes in washing and cutting hair." Duke snickered.

"The daimyo will hire our Konoha's ninjas, or hire wandering ninjas, or even rebellious ninjas." Zixiao said.

The border town of Hot Spring Country was originally just a market for merchants to exchange goods, but after years of development, it has become a large town. The large number of merchants coming and going, as well as the residents who migrated here, made this town bustling and prosperous, becoming an important tax town in Hot Spring Country. Coupled with the beautiful natural scenery and the long-renowned hot springs, it has become a city that never sleeps.

"What place is that, a hotel? Those people have such strange expressions!" Asuma secretly glanced at the white cleavage of the big sister on the roadside, turned around and asked the 'know-it-all' Mitarashi Shisho, his eyes full of curiosity.

"It's all for survival!" Zi Xiao sighed and said with emotion: "Whether it's war or other tasks, all the ninja villages are compressing each other's space. Weakening the other is a disguised way to strengthen oneself. If you don't want to be surpassed by others, you can only participate..."

"How amazing! There's no need to wear clothes in the barbershops of Hot Spring Country! And there are so many barbershops here!" Asuma was shocked and secretly hated his old-fashioned father. The outside world was so exciting, but Konoha was complacent under his leadership.

People come and go. On both sides of the wide street are various hot spring inns, hotels, and casinos. Everywhere you can see scantily clad solicitors greeting passers-by. Behind them are pink stores with mysterious words written on them. The male customers who go in are in a hurry, as if they have something urgent to do. After coming out, they are either listless, or energetic, and some look at their wallets with heartache.

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"However, we suffered heavy losses in the Second Shinobi World War and need time to recuperate. It is indeed shameful for the two great nations to take advantage of others' misfortune, but we cannot rush forward so foolishly, as this will only give them an excuse to start a war."

"..." His face was red and full of black lines. It has to be said that girls always mature earlier than boys of the same age.

Zixiao was silent for a while, then changed the subject and said, "Well! These are too far away from you Genin. It would be more realistic for you to think about how to have fun in the Land of Hot Springs. We are going to bring back information and will stay there for three days. That is the Land of Hot Springs, and the hot springs are super famous!"

"The head can be cut off but the hairstyle cannot be messy. Where there is demand, there is a market. It is normal to have more barber shops." Duke said seriously, instilling fallacies into Asma.

"You'll know whether the hairstyle looks good or not if you try it in," Duke encouraged.

"Hey, I always feel like you're trying to trick me." Asuma wanted to agree, but subconsciously felt that something was wrong, so he turned around and asked Yutarashi Zixiao: "Teacher Zixiao has such a handsome hairstyle, he must take care of it often. What does a barber shop look like?"

"……"Hong listened to the confusing conversation and felt even more upset.

"Shut up, I brought you here to take a hot spring bath, don't worry about the barber shop. Also, don't ask me about the barber shop anymore. I have never been to a barber shop, not even once." Yutarai Zixiao held down Duke and Asma to stop them from talking nonsense.

(End of this chapter)