Chapter 370: Chapter 370: Self-Sufficiency Brings Rewards

Chapter 370: Chapter 370: Self-Sufficiency Brings Rewards



Sometimes, people just have to do things they don't really want to.

"Alright then," Takuya said with a resigned smile, "Once Kakashi graduates, let him come over to me. As long as you don't mind if I end up steering him the wrong way."

Taking on Kakashi wasn't the issue; the problem was that opening this door now meant it would be very hard to refuse others in the future. More people would be watching him closely, especially since Tsunade was now in power.

After all, everyone in Konoha knew that Takuya and Tsunade were practically inseparable.

"Since I chose you, that means I trust you," said Sakumo Hatake with a smile. "Kakashi will grow better under your guidance. I know my skills are decent, but when it comes to teaching, especially my own kid, I'm not so good."

"... Seriously?" Takuya sighed internally. Sakumo considered his skills only "decent"? If that was the case, then who else in Konoha could claim they were truly skilled?

"All the troops are ready. Gear and supplies are set. Shall we move out now?" asked Sarutobi Shiji, stepping forward and looking towards Sakumo Hatake.

The Third Hokage had put in a lot of effort to mobilize a good number of the Sarutobi Clan's ninja for this mission, even avoiding giving prominent positions or privileges to the Sarutobi elite. This move was meant to show that this war effort wasn't about favoring his own clan.

"I'm just the leading Jonin here," Sakumo said, stepping back a few paces. He had no intention of holding a high-ranking position anymore. He just wanted to be a simple Jonin, leading his team, protecting Konoha. He was tired of everything else.

"Uh..."

Sarutobi Shiji turned to Nara Shikashige, who smiled mysteriously. "I'm only handling logistics and camp duties," he said before stepping back as well.

"..." Were they all conspiring against him?

Seeing the two heavyweights step back, Takuya instinctively tried to retreat as well, but as he did, Shikashige declared, "Takuya, Lady Tsunade said everything here is your responsibility. She said you could handle it."

Damn it!!

With his face twitching, Takuya reluctantly said, "Alright, let's move out."

"Understood."Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Sarutobi Shiji gave Takuya an odd look before turning to make the arrangements.

"Don't feel too much pressure," Sakumo said, patting Takuya on the shoulder. "If Tsunade trusts you, it means you have the ability. Sometimes hiding your strength isn't a good idea. Go for it."

"Ahem, sir, isn't this a bit... inappropriate?" Sarutobi Shiji said, clearly awkward. Many shinobi were eyeing the scene. Who would want dry rations or food pills when there was freshly cooked meat?

You're in trouble now, Shiji thought as he approached Takuya, while Sakumo and Shikashige

chuckled. They were curious to see how Takuya would handle this.

Special privileges could be risky, even if the meat did smell amazing.

"Inappropriate? What's inappropriate about it?" Takuya said, glancing around and raising his voice. "Does the roasted meat smell good?"

"... Yes, sir, very good!" came the unanimous response.

"Well then, remember how good it smells," Takuya said, taking another big bite of meat. "Next time, bring your own ingredients and make it yourself."

"Uh..."

Everyone was stunned for a moment but then started laughing.

"Sir, this isn't the time for jokes!" Shiji protested, exasperated. Can't you be serious? We're heading to war, not on a picnic.

"I'm not joking," Takuya said, his face serious. "First off, I haven't wasted any time. Secondly, I just want to eat something decent, and I never asked the village for special treatment. The meat is mine, the seasoning is mine, and I'm the one cooking it.

"I'm not using the village's money, I'm not wasting anyone else's time, and I'm not asking for special treatment. Everything here is me, taking care of myself. What's wrong with that?" Shiji sighed in frustration and looked to Shikashige for support, but before Shikashige could speak, Takuya continued:

"If you want something special, you have to put in the effort. But it can only be done during rest time, without compromising your duties or safety. Right now, you'll just have to sit there

and watch me eat."

"Hahaha..."

Takuya's bluntness had everyone laughing again.

Shikashige simply gave Shiji a helpless look, leaving Shiji feeling somewhat defeated. Having such a reckless guy in charge didn't seem like the best idea. He just hoped Takuya wouldn't

cause any major issues.

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