NOVEL NEXT Ch14- Mission With Kakashi and Guy
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One day, as the Chunin Exams were well underway, Kai found himself wandering the streets of Konoha, observing the interactions between the various teams from different villages. He was particularly intrigued by the interactions between the Leaf Village's own team, led by Naruto Uzumaki, and the Sand Village team, which included Gaara and his siblings, Kankuro and Temari.
As Kai watched from a distance, he noticed a commotion unfolding in one of the village's narrow alleyways. A young boy with spiky hair and distinctive whisker-like marks on his cheeks, Naruto, was confronting Kankuro, a Suna shinobi clad in dark attire and wearing a distinctive purple face paint.
"You better back off!" Naruto shouted, his voice filled with anger and determination. "You have no right to treat Konohamaru like that!"
Kankuro glared at Naruto, his eyes narrowing as his anger grew. "That little brat bumped into me and didn't even apologize! I'll teach him a lesson he won't forget!"
At that moment, Kai's attention was drawn to a small, trembling figure cowering behind Naruto. It was Konohamaru, the grandson of the Third Hokage and a young academy student of the Leaf Village. His eyes were wide with fear, but there was a glimmer of defiance in his expression as he clung to Naruto for protection.
Kai's eyes flicked back to the confrontation between Naruto and Kankuro. Despite his detached demeanor, he couldn't help but feel a sense of intrigue at the unfolding situation. He remained hidden, watching intently as the two shinobi faced off.
"You're just a bully!" Naruto exclaimed, his anger only growing. "I won't let you hurt Konohamaru!"
Kankuro scoffed, his voice dripping with disdain. "You're just a loudmouth brat from the Leaf Village. What can you do to stop me?"
Before Naruto could respond, a sudden gust of wind swept through the alleyway, catching everyone's attention. It was Temari, who had decided to intervene in the situation.
"Enough, Kankuro," she said firmly, her fan at the ready. "We have more important matters to focus on than this petty squabble."
Kankuro hesitated for a moment before reluctantly backing down, his anger still simmering beneath the surface. "Fine," he growled. "But if I see that brat again, he won't be so lucky."
As Kankuro and Temari left the scene, Naruto turned to Konohamaru, his expression softening. "Are you okay?" he asked, concern evident in his voice.
Konohamaru nodded, managing a weak smile. "Thanks, Naruto. You really saved me there."
Naruto grinned, placing a hand on Konohamaru's shoulder. "That's what friends are for. Just remember, no matter how tough things get, never give up!"
Kai snorted at the scene before him, finding the display of camaraderie between Naruto and Konohamaru both amusing and curious. He turned away, deciding to continue wandering the village in search of any news or information that might be of use to him.
As he strolled through the crowded streets of Konoha, he couldn't help but overhear snippets of conversation from the villagers. Among the various topics being discussed, one caught his attention: the story of Sasuke, Fugaku, and Mikoto Uchiha.
It was said that these three were the last surviving members of the Uchiha clan, a family that had once been a pillar of the Leaf Village. Kai had learned the truth about his friend Itachi, who had been a member of the same clan, the truth about the tragedy that had befallen the Uchiha.
Itachi had initially been tasked with the unthinkable: to murder his own family and clan. But after talking to Kai for months, Itachi had changed his ideals and decided to stand with his family. This decision had ultimately cost him his life, as he was murdered by his own clan.
In the aftermath of the coup, the rest of the Uchiha clan had been brutally massacred, including the children. Only Fugaku, the head of the clan, his wife Mikoto, and their remaining son Sasuke had managed to escape. Danzo, along with his secret organization, ROOT, had been relentlessly hunting them ever since.
It was rumored that Fugaku possessed a unique ability that allowed the family to hide in plain sight. So far, this power had enabled them to evade capture and deal heavy damage to ROOT in the process.
As Kai pondered this information, he found himself growing more intrigued by the story of the Uchiha family. He decided to keep an ear open for any more news about them while continuing his observations of the other shinobi in the village.
Over the next few days, Kai spent his time observing the participants of the Chunin Exams, particularly Gaara, while keeping a low profile. The atmosphere in Konoha remained tense, with a sense of rivalry and competition hanging heavy in the air.
One evening, as the sun began to set, Kai found himself in a small, dimly lit bar, enjoying a drink as he listened to the conversations around him. Across the room, he noticed a group of villagers discussing the Uchiha family.
"They say that Fugaku has a power unlike anything we've seen before," one villager whispered, his voice hushed and cautious. "That's how they've managed to stay hidden all this time."
"Really?" another replied, their eyes wide with fear and curiosity. "But how much longer can they keep this up? Danzo and ROOT won't stop until they're dead."
Kai sipped his drink, his expression remaining impassive as he listened to the exchange. He found the villagers' fear of the Uchiha family and their unique abilities fascinating, but he remained detached to their world.
Kai, having spent most of his time observing the participants of the Chunin Exams, had no intention of entering the Forest of Death during the five-day trial. He decided to take on a mission from Konoha while waiting for the exams to conclude. As he was considering his options, a familiar figure approached him, accompanied by a man wearing a green jumpsuit.
"Yo, Kai. I see you're still taking missions," Kakashi Hatake said, his voice friendly but respectful. He was one of the few individuals in the village who treated Kai with any semblance of kindness, and while Kai remained distant, he didn't display the same level of coldness towards Kakashi as he did to others.
Kai nodded, his expression impassive. "Yes, I have some time on my hands while I wait for the Chunin Exams to end."
Kakashi glanced at the green jumpsuit-wearing man beside him. "Allow me to introduce Might Guy, another Jonin from our village. Guy, this is Kai, a wandering shinobi."
Might Guy extended a hand, his demeanor energetic and enthusiastic. "Nice to meet you, Kai! I've heard a lot about you from Kakashi."
Kai eyed Guy's outstretched hand for a moment before shaking it, maintaining his stoic expression. "Likewise."
Kakashi smiled, sensing the tension between the two. "I was actually just discussing a mission with Guy that could use an extra hand. Would you be interested?"
Kai considered the offer, weighing his options. "What is the mission?"
Guy chimed in, his voice filled with excitement. "We've received reports of a rogue ninja causing trouble near the border of the Land of Fire. Our mission is to investigate and apprehend the culprit if possible."
Kai's interest was piqued, sensing the potential for a challenge. "Very well. I'll join you."
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