Avengers of the Whirlpool Family

After finally confirming that the Hidden Mist Village did not extend its tentacles to the Land of Waves, Kakashi was completely relieved. After all, if the Mist Ninja really took action, Konoha would have to take corresponding countermeasures.

Who knows, a new round of Ninja World War may come.

Many times, no matter how small the cause is, it can still drive two major powers into a war.

"Then it seems that there is no need to worry about the follow-up. So, Kakashi-sensei, can you let me handle this guy?"

After Kakashi finished interrogating.

Menma also took a step forward and pointed at Cardo who was trapped in the illusion and had a confused look on his face.

"Oh? Well, of course, take care of it as you please, Menma."

Just one second.

Kakashi could guess Menma's intention, and he chuckled and nodded to agree to Menma's request.

He even pulled out a sealing scroll from his bosom and threw it to Menma.

To Kakashi, this was completely normal.

Including previous killings.

Kakashi also didn't think there was anything wrong. Since he was standing in front of them with a hostile attitude and a knife in his hand, and was hindering them from carrying out their mission, he was definitely an enemy. For a ninja, killing the enemy was as common as eating and drinking.

Instead, it is some of Naruto's attitudes and practices.

Kakashi would feel that this was not so appropriate. A ninja can have a certain degree of kindness, but it must not affect his own judgment.

Ultimately, it will bring adverse effects to yourself and even your companions.

"Well, I'll be right back then, Kakashi-sensei."

Menma took a step forward and, while Kakashi's illusion was still in effect, asked Cardo what he wanted, then picked up Cardo again and walked towards the interior of the cabin.

"Let's go back first, Naruto. I'll leave this place to Menma."

"Eh? Yes, Kakashi-sama."

Naruto seemed to realize it later and nodded subconsciously, then followed Kakashi's steps and the two of them returned towards the bridge.

After the two left.

The ship that had stopped because of the arrival of Kakashi and the other two also set sail again, but it did not head towards the Land of Waves. Instead, it turned around and headed in the opposite direction.

The fastest sailing speed will only take about an hour.

The ship arrived at a small island located directly north of the main island of Wave Country.

"Are you sure it's in this place? You should know the consequences of deceiving me, Mr. Cardo."

After the ship stopped at the edge of the island.

Menma pushed Cardo, who had regained consciousness but still looked pale, out of the cabin and said with a hint of indifference.

Listening to Menma's cold words.

Cardo couldn't help but shudder, nodded hurriedly, and said tremblingly: "Master Menma, please believe me. Most of my assets are here. I have absolutely not deceived you."

"Well, that's good. Let's go. You lead the way."

Menma nodded calmly.

"Yes, yes, please come this way, sir."

Cardo said in a very flattering tone, nodding and bowing.

The two of them were also one in front and one behind.

He strode towards the only magnificent building on the island.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 68 Return

It went in smoothly.

If it comes out, it will take quite some time.

Because Cardo's assets really far exceeded Menma's expectations. Of course, this exceeded expectations also refers to all aspects. First of all, Cardo is indeed very rich. It is not an exaggeration to say that he is rich enough to rival a country. Some small countries are not as rich as Cardo.

However, Cardo does not have much actual cash. A considerable portion of it is real estate distributed in many countries. Not to mention the Water Country, Cardo has certain assets in the Fire Country and the Lightning Country. The actual cash assets on this island are less than 70 million taels, which is two "Asuma". This is definitely a huge sum of money, but it is still quite different from what Menma expected.

But on second thought, this was after all an extra income, so Menma was satisfied. After packing all the cash and sealing it in the scroll, he also took the real estate certificates away. Who knows, they might be useful in the future?

Stepping out of Cardo's vault, Menma showed a long-lost sincere smile on his face.

As for Mr. Cardo, Menma sent him on his way.

On the road in a physical sense.

Following from that.

Menma also boarded the ship again and headed south, returning towards the Land of Waves.

This time, Mianma felt that he had made a lot of money. Even if he had to share some of it, it would be enough to make him very satisfied.

Ten days later.

The bridge that was said to bring hope to the people of the Wave Kingdom was finally completed successfully thanks to Dazna's efforts. It directly connected the Fire Kingdom and the Wave Kingdom. This was also due to the news of Cardo's death, which made the people of the Wave Kingdom eliminate their inner fears, and the workers who had given up building the bridge together because of cowardice also returned.

When human and material resources are gathered together.

This bridge can be completed ahead of schedule.

Team 7 can also embark on the journey back to Konoha. As early as ten days ago, after dealing with Cardo, Menma suggested that they could go back directly, but Naruto still insisted on seeing the bridge completed.

Menma simply reserved his opinion and didn't say anything more.

Let Naruto do whatever he wants. As long as it does not affect his core interests, Menma is too lazy to argue. From that day on, Menma has made up his mind and will never interfere in those meaningless things.

The key is to manage yourself.

So it is.

Menma has put on a deeper mask, and on the surface, it seems that Menma's personality has become gentler.

This is also a kind of 'growth' of Menma. Today, Menma, the time traveler, has truly integrated into this world and abandoned some of the so-called kindness in his previous life. Of course, it might be more appropriate to call it 'hypocrisy'.

It is worth mentioning.

During these ten days, Team 7 did not completely waste their time. For example, Sakura and Sasuke began to practice climbing trees and walking on water. After all, they had seen Naruto and Menma walk on the water so easily.

Even someone as proud as Sasuke couldn't remain indifferent.

Erzhuzi would never refuse any means to become stronger.

Sasuke took the initiative to propose, and there was no way Kakashi could refuse, so the training of the two was a natural thing. Naruto and Menma also had their own training. Naruto pestered Kakashi to learn more advanced ninjutsu, while Menma started practicing the Rasengan.

As an A-level unmarked ninjutsu, the power of the Rasengan is unquestionable. In the original work, Kabuto Yakushi almost died at the hands of this technique. It was because he was a medical ninja, otherwise he really couldn't have withstood it.

This technique can allow Menma to increase his attack strength at this stage.

Naturally, it should be put on the agenda as soon as possible.

Kakashi was also very clear about the origin of Menma's technique, so he was not surprised. During these ten days, with Team 7's individual practice, the process passed very quickly.

Until February 20th.

Team 7 finally left the Land of Waves and set out on the journey back to Konoha. Compared to the time it took to set out, the return journey was much faster.

In just a few hours.

The group entered the territory controlled by the Hidden Leaf Village.

"Oh, oh, oh, I'm finally back. I've been away for so long!"

When Team 7 returned to the gate of Konohagakure Village, Naruto stretched and looked at the familiar scenery of his own ninja village. A hint of excitement appeared in his blue eyes.

Sakura, who was standing by, also had an excitement that she couldn't hide.

After all, it was her first time leaving the village and her first time carrying out a C-rank mission, and everything ended so perfectly. For Haruno Sakura, it was already worth celebrating, not to mention the considerable extra income!

The thought of this.

Sakura couldn't help but take a closer look at Menma who was smiling faintly at the far left.

"Hmm, I was overthinking it after all. Menma-kun is still the same Menma-kun!"

It was at this moment that Haruno Sakura fully demonstrated her subjective imagination ability, using her own filter to remove all of her previous negative views of Mizuma, and easily returned to her positive view of Mizuma at the beginning of graduation.

The reason was very simple, that was Menma's attitude which had become much gentler than before, and he took the initiative to give them a huge sum of money!

That was an income far beyond Sakura's imagination. When she thought that she could go back to the village and go shopping like crazy, Sakura couldn't help but raise the corners of her mouth.

"Well, you'll be away from the village for quite a long time this time, so I'll give you a few days off. You don't need to go to the handover of the mission. Go home and have a good rest, and wait for my next call."

Kakashi was the first to step into the main gate of the Hidden Leaf Village, then turned his head and looked at Naruto, Menma, Sasuke, and Sakura and said with a smile.

"Oh!"

"Yes, Kakashi-sensei."

"Ah."

Several people responded in unison.

Subsequently.

The four of them also leaped up and flew towards their respective homes.

Kakashi went alone towards the area where the mission center building was located.

After spending a few minutes to hand over the task and receive the remaining task reward.

Kakashi did not go directly back to his home.

Instead, he leapt up and headed towards the Hokage Building.

This mission brought more variables, as they also brought back the bodies of Zabuza and Haku, as well as the beheading sword. All these things needed to be reported to Sarutobi Hiruzen.

The same goes for Menma's performance in this mission.

The first time leaving the village.

It is also a special kind of tempering and test for the opposite side of hemp.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 69 Report and Interval

"Hmm, it actually involves Zabuza, the demon from the Hidden Mist Village? This is indeed a big surprise..."

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at the two sealing scrolls placed on the ground by Kakashi and the beheading sword, and a hint of surprise appeared on his old face.

A small C-level mission would be directly upgraded to an A-level mission. Such accidents had happened in the past, but they were rare after all. It was unexpected that it could happen to the newly graduated Team 7. Even Sarutobi Hiruzen could not have expected it.

Then, he waved his hand gently.

At the same time, an Anbu appeared, took the sealing scroll and beheading sword on the table, and left.

The bodies of these two men are of great research significance. Even if the beheading sword is not kept in their own ninja village for use, it can be used as a bargaining chip in negotiations with the Hidden Mist Village in the future. It is definitely a high-value item.

"Then, Kakashi, tell me what you think, what do you think of Menma?"

"Yes, Third-Hai, I think Menma is a ninja who is trustworthy and worth training. I believe he will become the pillar of Konoha in the future, just like the Fourth-Hai."

Kakashi straightened himself up and replied in a rare solemn tone.

At this moment, Sarutobi Hiruzen also crossed his hands on the table, looking at Kakashi with an extremely serious expression, as if he wanted to confirm again and again. At that moment, time and space seemed to have stopped.

I don’t know how much time passed.

Sarutobi Hiruzen then revealed a faint smile, nodded slightly and said: "Well, that's good. I am most confident in leaving Team 7 to you, Kakashi. Whether it is Menma, Sasuke, or Naruto, I hope they can all receive the correct guidance."

"Yes, Third-generation Lord, please rest assured!"

Kakashi nodded seriously and replied.

"Ah."

Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded in satisfaction and waved his hand.

"Whoosh!"