blogombal Chapter 108 Taking on the Responsibility Alone, Insurance for Traveling Through Time
Chapter 108 Taking on the Responsibility Alone, Insurance for Traveling Through Time
At 9:00 AM, Class 7 will meet at the designated location.
"What! You want our eldest brother to lead us on this mission as captain?!"
"So this is what Chunin means? Big Brother became a squad leader so quickly!"
Upon hearing Kakashi's announcement, the two underlings were instantly stunned, their jaws dropping and their eyes widening in disbelief.
It's not that they oppose their eldest brother, Ishikawa; it's just that the news was so sudden that it caught them off guard.
They were genin who followed Kakashi-sensei around before the exam, but now they have to separate and stand on their own.
Thinking back to the two previous missions that took an unexpected turn, Tarojiro couldn't help but shudder with fear. What if another unforeseen situation arose? Without Kakashi-sensei around, it seemed his older brother wouldn't be able to handle it!
Not to mention them, even Ishikawa was feeling uneasy at this moment...
He believed that he could lead his team to safety even if they faced Chunin or even Special Jonin, but if they encountered Jonin or multiple Chunin, his small frame would not be able to guarantee the safety of everyone.
"Well! There's nothing I can do about it. Once you're promoted to Chunin, you have to take on the responsibilities of a squad leader. I'll also be selected by the Hokage to carry out Jonin-level missions."
"But don't worry too much! You're all newbies, so for now we'll only be focusing on D-rank and C-rank missions near the village. If you need to leave the Land of Fire, I'll still lead you as the captain."
Hearing Kakashi's additional information, the three Ishikawas breathed a sigh of relief. If it was just a low-level mission and it was within the Land of Fire, then there wouldn't be much of a problem.
Their previous missions all involved unexpected events in other countries, so their safety was relatively guaranteed in the Land of Fire.
Seeing that the three didn't object, Kakashi turned his gaze to Ishikawa. "Our class doesn't have a mission today, but you'll be learning some knowledge and related codes that only Chunin captains know from me."
“Starting tomorrow, your missions will be personally assigned and submitted by the Hokage. Unless I am notified separately to participate, you will complete all other missions independently.”
"Of course, I won't take a cut of your rewards for tasks I don't participate in; you can allocate all the task rewards as you see fit."
Instantly, Tarojiro's eyes lit up when he heard that the rewards would be distributed among themselves! If they could get an extra share of the rewards for each mission, didn't that mean their hard times were finally coming to an end?
Only Ishikawa nodded silently, then his eyes flickered. "Teacher, can we ask you about our cultivation problems?"
Upon hearing Ishikawa's words, the two underlings held their breath simultaneously, both looking at Kakashi with anxious hearts, extremely nervous!
"Of course. Not only now, but also in the future, as long as you recognize me as your teacher, you can come to me anytime you have questions." Kakashi smiled, looking at the three of them, especially Ishikawa, his words carrying a double meaning.
"Thank you, teacher..." Hearing Kakashi's assurance, the three of them breathed a sigh of relief and thanked him in unison.
Ishikawa was both happy and worried! He was happy that he could act freely after breaking away from Kakashi, but worried that the missions assigned by the Hokage were not under his control.
As for anything else? He really hadn't thought that far ahead...
Although it was abrupt to lead a team independently so quickly, Ishikawa roughly understood the Third Hokage's thoughts when he thought about the new Team 7 with Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura next year.
Tch, extras and background characters really have no human rights!
"Ishikawa, come with me. Tarojiro, you're free to do as you please." After finishing his business, Kakashi called out and led Ishikawa home.
Ishikawa nodded to his two underlings and immediately followed, but as he watched Kakashi's retreating figure, a thought suddenly struck him.
Perhaps, this is an opportunity!
"Teacher, do you know any sealing techniques to prevent the brain from being searched? If so, I'd like you to set one for me." Ishikawa asked directly after taking a few quick steps.
That's right, he wants to use this opportunity to secure his own insurance for the Third World War era!
"A sealing technique to prevent the brain from being searched? How did you come up with this?" Kakashi paused, looking at Ishikawa with suspicion.
Why would this guy set up that kind of sealing spell for himself?
The only sealing technique he could think of to prevent information leaks was the Root's Tongue-Severing Seal! However, that was no friendly sealing technique.
"Hehehe, teacher, you know that I now possess the Spirit Transformation Technique, the Thousand Hands Strength, the Lightning Release Armor, and the secret of Chidori. I mean, in case, in case someone is watching me and something happens to me without you by my side, even if I die, I can protect this information from being leaked."
"Is that so..." Hearing Ishikawa's explanation, Kakashi suddenly understood, and looking at that young face, he couldn't help but be moved.
Is this guy someone who would rather die than lose information about Konoha?
I never expected this guy to know so many advanced ninjutsu without me even noticing. But isn't he being a little too cautious?
"I don't know how to use this sealing technique. If you need it, you can go to the Third Hokage. I'll mention it to him later, so don't worry."
"Okay, then I'll trouble you, teacher." Having received what he wanted, Ishikawa immediately thanked him with a smile, and a weight was lifted from his heart.
To be honest, ever since he transmigrated, he has been extremely insecure. Whether it's the secrets of transmigrators, future plots, or even a cheat ability, they are all secrets that could kill him.
Therefore, Ishikawa has been forcing himself to constantly cultivate and grow since he transmigrated, in order to get rid of his cannon fodder role as soon as possible.
Having finally been given a second chance at life, he absolutely refused to die and become just a background character before he could even enjoy the wonders of the world of anime.
So even when facing his roommate, Nohara Rin, he didn't rush to woo her like a simp, but instead focused on building his own strength first.
"Is this guy under pressure too? Well! Pressure is what drives motivation. Thinking so far ahead is all for Konoha. Ishikawa, you're qualified to be a squad leader now." Kakashi's eyes swept over Ishikawa, who was deep in thought and silent. A graceful smile appeared on his lips, and his steps became lighter.
So-called growth is probably just a change of mindset in an instant!
This is just like his performance in the Battle of Kannabi Bridge...
Thinking of that painful lesson that had haunted him throughout his life, Kakashi's pupils trembled, then his eyes hardened with determination. His pain was something he would never allow his disciple to repeat, even at the cost of his life.
Especially such an outstanding young man with the Will of Fire!
Obito, Rin, and Minato-sensei, I think I've found my purpose again and the people I want to protect!!