Now, it's different!
Everyone will definitely not be in the same squad in the future, otherwise Sarutobi Hiruzen would not have issued such an order.
Since they won't be in the same squad in the future, there naturally won't be any conflict of interest.
Coupled with the interactions during this period, while it's impossible to become sworn brothers, they've at least built up some camaraderie.
As long as his own interests aren't involved, he's very happy to make friends.
"That's great, I'm free anyway," Nara Kazama also laughed, "Let's drink until we drop!"
He narrowed his eyes slightly.
After a moment's thought, he understood that Uchiha Jin's guess was correct.
Under normal circumstances,
a squad like theirs, having just gone through a major battle, would definitely be given a period of rest.
During this time, their survival pressure was immense.
Every day they walked the line between life and death.
Since they had such a good opportunity, a good drink and relaxation would be nice.
Moreover, drinking,
is also a good opportunity to foster relationships.
Kudo Shin didn't speak, just smiled and agreed.
Immediately after,
the three of them started clinking glasses and chatting in the tent.
They talked about everything under the sun, just casually chatting.
And in this indulgence, they gradually began to relax.
Kudo Shin's face was filled with emotion.
Especially when he looked at Uchiha Jin, his eyes became incredibly complex.
He knew in his heart
that if Jin hadn't pulled him up, he might have been a corpse two days ago.
After a long period of contemplation, he drained a cup of sake, then suddenly spoke.
"Uchiha Jin!"
"If you hadn't helped me, I would be dead by now."
"We're all smart people, and I understand that you saved me with your own calculations in mind."
"But, it doesn't matter!"
"After all, you saved my life, and I'm just a civilian ninja; my life isn't that valuable."
"From now on, whenever you need me, just send me a message."
Uchiha Jin narrowed his eyes slightly.
Looking at the grateful Kudo Shin in front of him, he actually didn't care at all.
Firstly,
things said at the drinking table shouldn't be taken seriously.
Perhaps he was indeed grateful to Jin, but these words were also blurted out under the influence of alcohol.
But, in reality,
after he sobered up, if someone else offered an olive branch, he might just run over to them.
Of course,
even though he understood this in his heart, he wouldn't say such a mood-killing thing at the drinking table.
He immediately laughed, and the matter was considered closed.
About an hour later,
Kudo Shin had the lowest alcohol tolerance, and immediately passed out under the table.
Uchiha Jin and Kazama helped him onto the bed and covered him with a blanket.
Afterward,
the two of them returned to the drinking table.
After a few more drinks, Nara Kazama was the first to speak.
"Jin-kun."
"Kudo Shin is actually worth recruiting."
"He's just a civilian ninja, and the village doesn't really value him."
"Just give him some basic ninjutsu, and he'll basically pledge his loyalty to you."
"Moreover, he's survived at least two wars, so his temperament and abilities are quite good."
"As long as you train him seriously, he'll definitely be a helper in the future."
"As for fearing his betrayal or anything, I don't think it matters at all; just have him offer some proof of loyalty."
"There are too many ways to ensure he won't betray you."
"Of course, what's more important is actually his identity."
"As a civilian ninja, once he truly grows, he'll have enormous appeal among the civilian ninja population."
...
Nara Kazama's logic was clear.
Even though he had drunk a lot of alcohol, it hadn't affected him.
However,
Uchiha Jin looked utterly bewildered by this.
What's going on?
He looked at Nara Kazama strangely, then couldn't help but speak.
"What's with you, kid?"
"Although we've been through life and death together, we can barely call ourselves comrades."
"But, the problem is,"
"we all know each other; we're all people with our own calculations."
"I can't figure out your motive for planning so much for me."
"Before I understand this, I'm not interested in hearing what you have to say next."
Yes.
Everyone's choices have their own motives, which can also be called interests.
But, what about the two of them?
They were just a cannon fodder squad brought together by various coincidences.
How could he wholeheartedly plan for Jin? Uchiha Jin naturally couldn't understand what Nara Kazama was planning.
Nara Kazama also gave a bitter smile upon hearing this.
"Pot calling the kettle black, we're actually quite similar," Nara Kazama said softly, a cold glint flashing in his eyes, "The Uchiha are a mess, and I don't believe you can't see that."
"All your current actions are about cutting ties with the Uchiha."
"But, the problem is,"
"I don't think the village will be willing to let you go, because your Uchiha surname is the original sin!"
"Of course, I believe in your talent; you'll eventually become a strong person, even strong enough that Konoha won't dare to provoke you."
"But, then what?"
"Individual strength in the Shinobi World, while important, is also not that big of a deal."
"How powerful was the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, yet after his death, didn't the Senju Clan still disappear?"
"So the best option is to create your own faction."
"Because you can't be alone forever; right now, you're young and have too many things to worry about every day."
"But once you truly become strong, you'll definitely have to consider getting married and having children."
"Can you protect your family forever?"
"The best option is to build your own force."