Chapter 177: Chapter 177: Plans
Unexpectedly, the Ninjutsu Shop Owner immediately blocked him with a feather duster: "Where did this little blond kid come from?
What are you doing following my Tenten?"
I'm telling you, Tenten's boyfriend is the genius Jonin Natsuki.
You'd better not have any bad ideas!"
If you're not buying Ninja Tools, get out!"
Naruto was kicked out of the Ninjutsu Shop.
For a moment, he was still a bit bewildered.
He hadn't expected Tenten's Ninjutsu Shop Owner dad to be so fierce.
And he also knew that Tenten's boyfriend was Natsuki.
He wasn't following Tenten with any bad intentions; he just wanted to understand the situation.
Was he misunderstood?
Fortunately, Naruto was used to being kicked out of shops.
Compared to being disliked and chased away by villagers before, being misunderstood now was nothing.
He was very curious about Natsuki's situation.
After all, Tsunade's expression at the time was truly grim.
Now, hearing Tenten say that Tsunade wouldn't let Natsuki make a move, it was clear that a very serious situation had been encountered.
He was naturally worried about Natsuki, but he was even more curious about what had happened.
Just then, someone slapped him on the head: "Naruto, you're not training properly at this hour, but you have time to wander around?
Are you preparing for the next Chunin Exams?"
"Kakashi-sensei!"
Naruto reacted, but quickly stammered, "Of, of course I'm ready!
The Chunin Exams are just a small matter!"
Kakashi rolled his eyes: "I heard from Tsunade-sama that you, Kiba, and Hinata haven't been coordinating well.
Someone was specifically arranged to test you before, and you only barely passed.
But your subsequent missions have still been a mess.
Tsunade-sama is even thinking of having you take the exam the time after next, to avoid embarrassing Konoha."
Naruto immediately became anxious: "Kakashi-sensei!
I can definitely coordinate well with Kiba and Hinata, and I can definitely pass the Chunin Exams!"
"Heh heh, just saying it isn't enough.
You have to work hard.
Instead of wandering around when you're free, you should go and get along well with Kiba and Hinata and work on coordinating better.
You don't want to see Sakura and Sasuke become Chunin while you're still a Genin, right?"
"Of course not!
Then, then I'll go find Kiba and Hinata."
Naruto lowered his eyes and turned to leave, but suddenly remembered something and asked, "Kakashi-sensei, did Natsuki encounter a strong enemy?"
Kakashi patted Naruto's head again: "Yes, it's a very, very strong enemy, but that's not something you should be thinking about.
That's a Jonin's mission.
You should focus on your own matters first!"
Hearing this, Naruto could only nod.
Even if he was more curious, it was no use.
He was still a Genin.
Many missions weren't assigned to him, and he wasn't even allowed to inquire about them.
After watching Naruto leave, Kakashi entered the Ninjutsu Shop: "Ninjutsu Shop Owner, I'm looking for Tenten.
She's home, right?"
The Ninjutsu Shop Owner quickly said: "Ah, Lord Kakashi!
Tenten is home, but she seemed preoccupied just now.
Did something happen?"
Kakashi told a white lie: "It's nothing serious.
She's just thinking about Natsuki."
"Ah, these two kids are really in the honeymoon phase.
They're inseparable, as if they want to tie each other to themselves!
If that's the case, then I'm relieved!"
"Kids in love are like that.
Ninjutsu Shop Owner, you can rest assured."
Before long, Tenten quickly came out from the backyard, her steps still a little hurried.
Clearly, she was still worried.
Kakashi didn't dare to speak in the Ninjutsu Shop, so he took Tenten outside and found a deserted place to explain the situation.
Tenten became even more worried: "It's such a terrifying enemy?
Natsuki should be alright, right?"
Kakashi comforted her: "He'll definitely be fine!
Don't you understand that kid?
Although he's always working hard to become stronger, he has never lost his caution, and he has never disobeyed the Hokage's orders, so he'll definitely be fine."
He often says he has a cute and beautiful rich girlfriend and is waiting to marry and have children in the future.
That kid cherishes his life very much, so you don't need to worry about him."
Tenten nodded and asked again: "Kakashi-sensei, are you telling me this because you have a mission for me?"
"Yes, Tsunade-sama plans to send a team to provide support, and I will personally lead it.
Now, contact Natsuki immediately via note.
I want to know more information."
"Okay!
Kakashi-sensei, you write."
Tenten took out paper and a pen and gave them to Kakashi, then immediately locked onto the location of the formula on Natsuki's body, ready to transmit the note at any time.
(Kakashi) Natsuki, what's the current situation?
(Natsuki) The two have already left the Exchange Shop and seem to be looking for the next bounty target.
Kakashi-sensei, I think they are making money for the Akatsuki.
(Kakashi) Making money?
Perhaps that's true!
Is there any other information?
(Natsuki) Not at the moment.
I'm continuing to track them.
(Kakashi) Tsunade-sama plans to eliminate the Undead Duo.
I will lead a team there later.
We can discuss the specific tactics when we meet.
Be careful, and absolutely do not get discovered!"
(Natsuki) Understood!
(Kakashi) Let's agree on a meeting place and time...
Kakashi was very satisfied with this method of communication.
As expected, using the Flying Thunder God Technique for remote messaging was too great!
Tenten also read the note and felt relieved.
She knew Natsuki was very cautious and never acted recklessly.
This time, he would definitely wait for Kakashi-sensei to lead the team there, so there was no need to worry.
However, she still tried to ask: "Kakashi-sensei, can I go this time?"
Unexpectedly, Kakashi refused very decisively: "You have to stay."
Tenten was puzzled: "Why?
Sensei should know my strength.
I won't hold you back!"
"Now now, don't rush.
It's not that I don't trust your strength, but you need to stay by Tsunade-sama's side to maintain instant messaging with Natsuki at all times."
If something unexpected happens, Tsunade-sama can send reinforcements in time."
Therefore, your staying has greater significance, understand?"
...Okay."
Tenten was convinced.
After all, the Flying Thunder God Technique messaging between her and Natsuki was too practical.
Take this time, for instance; because of their instant messaging, Konoha could respond so efficiently.
If it were with the previous efficiency, it definitely wouldn't be possible in half a month.
"Don't worry, I won't let anything happen to Natsuki!"
Kakashi comforted her again, then let Tenten go back.
He still had to consider who would be best to bring along.
For this, he specifically went to find Shizune and confirmed the list of Jonin and Chunin in the Village.
After several rounds of selection, he finalized the personnel and handed the list to Tsunade.
After Tsunade read it, she was still a little hesitant: "Although bringing a team and a half is relatively safe, there are only two Jonin, you and Asuma.
The other four are all Chunin.
Will this really work?"
Kakashi said confidently: "Tsunade-sama, don't worry, Natsuki is also there!
Furthermore, the four Chunin are not weak in strength, and most importantly, they are good at coordinating, which is more important than anything else."
This time, I absolutely guarantee the mission will be completed, and everyone will return safely!"
"Good!
Then I wish you success!"
Tsunade agreed.
Soon, the group met at the main gate.
Besides Kakashi and Asuma, there were also Neji, Sasuke, Shino, and Shikamaru.
The four of them were curious about this mission, thinking it must be of a high rank, otherwise, two Jonin wouldn't be dispatched, bringing four Chunin with them.