Chapter 169: Chapter 168: Kakashi Watching the Show
Sasuke unconsciously raised his eyebrows and looked at Kakashi as if he were a fool. The Konoha higher - ups must have had their brains squeezed by a door to make such a request.
A 9 - vs - 9 match. Did they think it was still the Chunin Exams? How could they come up with such an idea!
Kakashi read the undisguised contempt in Sasuke's eyes and knew that this look was not directed at him but at the old and decayed forces lurking in the shadows behind Konoha.
These high - ranking officials have held their positions for far too long. As one of the Five Great Nations, Konoha rarely faces provocations from other countries.
They lack the most basic judgment of a ninja and have no sense of the ninja world's crisis. Even when the Nine - Tailed Fox attacked the village and Orochimaru attacked Konoha, these people sat safely at the back, watching the ninjas in the front fight desperately as if they were watching a show.
Now, under the pressure of Lady Tsunade, they probably have the idea of watching a show again. Maybe they even secretly organized a gambling game to enliven their dull lives.
"You don't have to look at me like that. It's the decision of the higher - ups. I can't do anything about it!"
"No matter how the ninja world changes, these old and decayed forces lurking in the shadows are still so annoying. However, fine, I'll take this 9 - vs - 9 match. Even if I'm performing a monkey show for those people, I'm not going to hold back!"
As he said that, Sasuke also turned to look at Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado.
"Get them out of here quickly and never let them appear within the range of the Uchiha clan again!"
Hearing this, Kakashi had no choice but to direct the Anbu members to help up the two dying old men. He glanced back at Sasuke and said softly.
"I'll be sad that you're so cold to me, your teacher, after a two - year separation."
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Sasuke's disgust was obvious. The so - called 'good teacher and helpful friend' label for Kakashi was in quotes.
Whether in his past life or now, Kakashi was indeed an elder who cared about him on his life path. But every time he saw that careless attitude and that listless expression, it was hard for him to associate Kakashi with the image of a majestic and lofty elder.
For example, now, in such a serious situation, there was always a hint of playfulness on his face, which was really annoying.
"Shut up and get out of here!"
After receiving the farewell, Kakashi turned around with a smile. He thought to himself that his student's way of greeting after a two - year separation was still so special, which was in line with Sasuke's stubborn - mouthed nature.
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"Sasuke, are we going to fight them?"
Kimimaro walked slowly up to Sasuke, blocking the view between Sasuke and Naruto.
"Yes. Anyway, what we need to do now is to make more people believe that this is a good opportunity. It can not only demonstrate our strength but also give those old fogeys a good slap in the face."
Suddenly blocked from sight by a white figure, Naruto was very unhappy. He twisted his neck and moved his body, but he found that no matter which corner he tried, Kimimaro firmly blocked his view.
"Hey!"
Finally, he couldn't hold it in anymore and shouted loudly.
"What do you mean? Why do you keep blocking me?"
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"I just hope you can understand your position. You're a Konoha ninja now, and maybe one of the nine Konoha ninjas in the 9vs9 match. We don't want to disclose too much information about your upcoming rivals to you!"
"Ha? What nonsense are you talking about? How could I possibly agree to such a stupid match? And this is my home. I grew up here. On the contrary, you guys are just a bunch of outsiders. Don't be so arrogant!"
"Really? Can you swear that even if Konoha asks you to take part, you'll definitely refuse!"
Kimimaro squinted his eyes and looked at Naruto suspiciously.
"Of course not..."
"Um... sorry. I just had something to do and forgot to say something."
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"Teacher Kakashi! Scaring people can give them a heart attack!"
Kakashi suddenly appeared beside everyone, giving them a big shock, especially Naruto, whose confident words were just interrupted.
"Sorry, Naruto. I was in such a hurry just now that I forgot to tell everyone something."
"Teacher Kakashi is always like this, so forgetful..."
"Okay, okay, Naruto. Teacher knows he's wrong. Please stop nagging at me. I have something important to announce."
Kakashi coughed and cleared his throat under everyone's disgusted looks.
"Just now, the Konoha higher - ups decided that Orochimaru is not allowed to participate in this match!"
"What?! Why?"
"If Orochimaru, one of the legendary Sannin, participates, we'll have to send Lady Tsunade, a Kage - level ninja, which is absolutely not allowed!"
"Tsk! Konoha really knows how to set rules in their own favor."
Suigetsu put his hands behind his head and muttered listlessly. He was still thinking that sending Orochimaru alone could massacre the opponents, and they could sit safely in the rear and watch the battle. Unexpectedly, these people from Konoha are so cunning.
"And there's one more thing."
"More?"
Sasuke felt that his patience had reached its limit. In fact, he didn't have to cooperate with Konoha at all. It would be a good choice to wait and watch these guys be in a mess when the Fourth Great Ninja War starts.
But after all, he's worried about his fellow clan members.
"Kakashi, don't go too far!"
"Well~ Don't be angry. This rule isn't targeted at you guys. It's for Naruto."
"Me?!"
Naruto looked at Kakashi suspiciously. What could he possibly want with him?
"The high - ranking officials have ordered that you'll participate in the match as a competitor!"
"What?!"
Naruto's loud exclamation almost broke Kakashi's eardrums.
"No, I don't want to participate in such a stupid fight."
Naruto immediately refused. He even glanced at Kimimaro. That guy was closing his eyes and smiling as if he'd expected it, which made Naruto grind his back molars.
"Naruto, don't be so willful. This is an order from the high - ranking officials. I can't change it. As a ninja, you should carry out the missions assigned by the superiors. Just do your best!"
Without waiting for Naruto to react after saying that, Kakashi disappeared in a flash. For some reason, Naruto always felt that there was a hint of anticipation on Kakashi's face, as if he was waiting for a good show to start.
"See, I told you so. From today on, Naruto Uzumaki, I hope you'll keep some distance from us. Stop being so clingy."
"What? Who the hell is being clingy? I've already said this is my home!"
"Naruto, I think Kimimaro is right. We're rivals during this period before the battle. It's better not to get too close for now."
Sasuke left those words behind and walked into the mansion's gate without looking back, leaving Naruto, teary-eyed, shivering in the cold wind.
This is so unfair to him too...
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