He was clearer than most about the difference between noble clans and commoners.
Even if he didn't aim to rise in the world, simply surviving the war meant he should align with noble clans as much as possible.
Because the information they had access to was inherently easier to obtain than for commoner ninja like them.
Even if it wasn't for ninjutsu, just a quiet piece of information could literally be the difference between life and death.
Uchiha Jin, however, didn't say much about it.
Something like an inner armor couldn't be hidden at all.
So, he just let it go.
Let these people think whatever they wanted.
It wasn't a big deal.
However.
Nara Kazama and Kudo Shin were fine; their gazes were still normal.
Only Ishikawa Itsuki.
In his eyes, jealousy and resentment made up the majority.
Thus, it seemed.
He would have to be wary of him from now on.
Having lived two lives, he knew very well that while such small-minded individuals couldn't achieve great things, causing trouble was quite simple for them.
Just then, a Chunin in a green vest walked over.
"Team Seven, this is your mission."
His expression was calm.
He merely glanced at Uchiha's inner armor, then handed over the mission scroll and turned to leave.
Kudo Shin became serious.
He immediately looked at the mission scroll, then spoke with a solemn expression.
"Our team's mission is to escort supplies to the front lines."
"Let's go!"
Without any unnecessary words, he turned and left directly.
Yes.
As a ninja who had experienced the battlefield, he knew exactly what to do and when.
Uchiha Jin and Nara Kazama also simply followed behind Kudo Shin.
Only Ishikawa Itsuki.
He wore a look of displeasure.
He basically resented everyone in this team.
The reason was also simple.
In school, he was always among the top three in his class, and this was his proudest achievement.
But after truly joining the team, he found that what he was so proud of seemed to be disregarded by everyone.
To put it plainly.
He didn't see any admiring glances from them.
One could even say, indifference!
How could he, who had been so high and mighty in school, bear this all of a sudden?
Kudo Shin was one thing.
But what were Nara Kazama and Uchiha Jin?
Although they came from noble clans, their academic performance in class was below average, so why did they also look down on him, this 'excellent' student?
Was it just because of their background?
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but look at the inner armor on Uchiha Jin.
Something he might never obtain in his entire life.
Why?
Just because he was a commoner?
The more he thought, the angrier he became, and his gaze naturally turned fierce.
Clearly.
He never considered that their below-average grades were simply because they didn't want to compete.
Being among the top few in a mere B-class held no appeal in Konoha.
It only fooled commoners; which noble clan took such an honor seriously?
Soon after.
The group arrived at the supply depot, and using the mission scroll in their hands, they directly collected enough supplies to fill three carriages, along with a civilian escort team of eight people.
Yes.
Although this era had scroll technology, the cost could not be reduced.
So, unless it was important, high-page-count supplies, transportation still relied on mules, horses, and commoners.
"Ninja-sama, shall we depart now?"
"Yes, depart!"
Facing this civilian team, Kudo Shin appeared extremely proud.
Yes.
Even if he was once a commoner, the moment he became a ninja, he and true commoners became two different classes of existence.
When facing Konoha's noble families, his status seemed insignificant.
But when facing this group of true commoners, his pride as a ninja was instantly revealed without a doubt.
Chapter Nineteen: Konoha Border, Encountering Kirigakure
The Land of Fire was picturesque.
Throughout the Shinobi World, the Land of Fire was rich in resources, with distinct seasons, making it a truly auspicious land.
Consider Rain Village, which constantly experienced heavy rain, Sunagakure, deep within the desert, and Iwagakure, whose entire country was made of rocks... Looking across the entire Shinobi World.
Other places all had their shortcomings; only the Land of Fire, where Konoha was, truly had no drawbacks whatsoever.
This was also why Konoha was always targeted by all other ninja villages whenever a war broke out.
It was a plump piece of meat.
Everyone in the Shinobi World coveted it.
Even now, walking in the wilderness, there were trees everywhere, birds and beasts in abundance, golden sunlight pouring down, and a gentle breeze caressing your face, giving everyone a sense of laziness.
In their team, the commoners were working hard.
As for the ninja of their team, they sat casually on the supply carts, leisurely looking at the surrounding scenery.
Yes.
They were still within the Land of Fire, so it was generally impossible to encounter enemies.
People also couldn't stay tense for long periods, so the current team naturally appeared a bit relaxed.
On the last carriage of the supply transport team.
Uchiha Jin sat cross-legged, not paying much attention to the beautiful scenery around him.
His brow was slightly furrowed.
He kept thinking about his previous conversation with Shisui.
Whether it was right or wrong, he found it difficult to define.
On one hand, having lived cautiously for so many years, he naturally felt extremely suppressed, and he naturally wanted to find someone to confide in.
But, more importantly.
This was also a test of Shisui.