Chapter 209: Kakashi – Absolutely Impossible!
"Then let's take on the mission to subjugate the bandits in Sankawa Town," Mugetsu said after a moment of thought.
He had studied the map of the Land of Rivers. Compared to the capital, Sankawa Town was closer to the Land of Wind—an area with a higher chance of encountering unusual opportunities.
The Registration Ninja quickly completed the procedures and handed him the mission papers.
"It's that same country again," Obito muttered as he leaned closer to look.
"What's wrong? Don't like the Land of Rivers?" Mugetsu asked with a light smile as he tucked away the documents.
Obito scratched the back of his head. "Not exactly. I just got a bad impression because of that mayor last time. But I guess there aren't many people like him."
That mayor had truly disgusted him. Obito couldn't understand why people could be so rotten. Wouldn't it be better if everyone just got along?
"Such people should be punished by the Iron Fist of Youth!" Guy exclaimed, remembering that same mayor. It had been the first time he'd seen what real evil looked like.
He'd always thought those who mocked his father were cruel enough—but compared to that mayor, they seemed almost kind.
"It's normal to dislike people like that. I don't like them either," Mugetsu said with a smile, patting both their heads as he led the group out of the Hokage Building.
There was one thing he didn't say aloud: people like that would always exist in a feudal world. Obito only thought they were rare because he'd grown up in Konoha, surrounded by peace and stability.
"Does anyone need to go back to grab something? If so, do it now. We'll head out immediately," Mugetsu said.
All three disciples shook their heads. Mugetsu had reminded them to prepare yesterday, so everyone was ready.
"Then let's depart. The sooner we finish the mission, the sooner we can return," Mugetsu said simply.
"Wait—no client this time?" Obito asked curiously.
"Of course there's a client," Mugetsu explained. "But they're in the Land of Rivers. Except for escort missions, clients don't need to stay in Konoha. As long as they've paid, that's enough."
He actually preferred it that way. Without a client slowing them down, they could travel much faster.
"Let's go, let's go! I can't wait to see what kind of enemies we'll meet this time. Hopefully not the Raikage or Tsuchikage—just kidding!"
On his third mission, Obito was already fantasizing about what kind of battle awaited them.
Kakashi's mouth twitched. He nearly lost composure. They were subjugating bandits, not attacking the Hidden Cloud or Hidden Stone. Raikage? Tsuchikage? Why not just add the Sage of Six Paths while he was at it?
"Even in your dreams, at least try to be realistic," Kakashi said flatly. "We're dealing with bandits, not great villages."
"Since it's a dream, why does it need to be realistic? I was joking," Obito replied with a grin. "Besides, even if it's just a bandit mission, running into ninja isn't impossible. The last mission was just about wild beasts, and we still met ninja!"
That left Kakashi momentarily speechless. No, that wasn't normal at all for a C-rank mission. But since both of Obito's only two C-rank missions had turned into high-level disasters, it was understandable why he thought so.
"You'll see after this one," Kakashi said calmly. "The last two were just bad luck. It's impossible for ninja to show up again."
He was convinced that after two back-to-back mishaps, this third mission would finally go smoothly.
"My friend, don't be so certain," Guy said, rubbing his chin. "Didn't Mugetsu-sensei say it's wartime? Accidents happen more easily during war."
Guy's thoughts were just like Obito's—encountering ninja on a mission was perfectly normal to him.
Kakashi didn't bother arguing. Clearly, both of them lacked enough mission experience. Before joining Mugetsu's class, he'd done dozens of C-rank missions without a single "unexpected accident."
"Everyone, full speed until we leave the Land of Fire," Mugetsu instructed with a smile. "Use your Breathing Techniques to travel. If you can use Total Concentration Breathing, maintain it the whole way."
For him, a C-rank mission was just another form of mobile training. The intensity would not be reduced.
"Kakashi, how about a race? Let's see who can run faster and farther!" Obito said, brimming with confidence. His Total Concentration Breathing was the most stable among them, and Kakashi had only recently begun practicing it.
"No interest," Kakashi replied, seeing right through his provocation.
"Youth burns brighter through competition! Obito, I'm in!" Guy shouted, his eyes blazing with spirit.
"Mugetsu-sensei, can you be our referee?" Obito said, accepting Guy's challenge eagerly.
He hadn't drawn Kakashi into it, but beating Guy—who had once defeated Kakashi—would still count as a small victory in his mind.
He had wanted to spar with Kakashi days ago, but since Mugetsu had introduced Constant State training, he'd decided to wait until he mastered it. Only then would he challenge him again with confidence.
Mugetsu nodded with a smile. "Ready. Three, two, one—go!"
"Rock Breathing, Total Concentration!"
"Flame Breathing, Total Concentration!"
The two shot forward like cannonballs.
Though Kakashi hadn't joined the race, he still activated his Breathing Technique and followed at full speed.
Obito's start was slightly faster, but Guy quickly overtook him and widened the gap.
"Damn it, I forgot Rock Breathing boosts the body way more than Flame Breathing!" Obito muttered, watching Guy sprint ahead.
Still, he refused to give up. He entered the same focused state he used in Constant State training, pushing himself to catch up.
"I need to master Lightning Breathing soon," Kakashi thought as he watched the two in front. He had lost to Guy once, and he didn't intend to stay behind forever.
"Huff… I miscalculated," Obito panted. "Next time, let's compete in Fire Release instead, Guy."
Guy laughed heartily. "That'll take a while—I don't know Fire Release yet!"
Competing in Fire Release required learning it first, and none of his current skills involved fire.
Once they crossed the border of the Land of Fire, Mugetsu finally called a halt to their intense pace. Though he was confident in his own strength, caution was always necessary.
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