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Chapter 152 - The 2 Man Genin Team
🕑 Added 2022-10-23 15:01:00 +0000 UTCIt was evening and Daichi was upstairs in room. He was in his bed thinking about how to move forward for the next academic year.
'Even if the Hokage was watching the test the chances of the team passing are slim… I need to make a plan on what to do this year. Should I start on the third step of nature training or should I try something else?'
Daichi's mind suddenly went to the many quests that were pending and had to be completed. He opened the system window and opened the quest list. He looked at the ones that are currently active.
[Quest - Path to the strongest.]
[Quest - Obtain the 5th Cloak.]
[Quest - Retrieve Ren and Kimiko Uchiha’s Sharingan.]
[Quest - Seek the Hidden Truth of the Necklace.]
[Quest - Observe and Understand.]
[Quest - Heal Jin.]
'Hmm… 6 active quests… Assuming that I remain a student, then the quest path to the strongest will be active till the end of March next year. It'll be completed when I become a Genin so that's not a problem… Now for the others…'
Daichi looked at the second active quest and recalled the information. 'Atamagai's Cloak. I need to find his final work. The one deemed a masterpiece. But I have no clue where to start. During my travels last year I tried to find history books regarding the Uzumaki clan but that was a bust… Something tells me that I'll have to visit the Ruins of the Land of the Whirlpool if I want my answers. So that will take time. It's a good thing this quest doesn't have a time limit.'
Daichi looked at the title of the next active quest and frowned. 'I need to find the location of Obito's hideout. Not to mention become strong and skilled enough to fight or evade his and Black Zetsu's senses. It will take time as well… But no matter the cost, I'll definitely take their eyes from his possession.'
[Quest - Seek the Hidden Truth of the Necklace.]
Daichi's eyes went to the next quest in line. His eyes narrowed as he looked at the title. Ever since he got the quest he had spent many hours coming up with theories on why someone would target the two. 'I have some suspects in mind and several theories that explain their involvement but nothing solid. And I need proof. If I'm going to get to the bottom of this mystery then I'll have to do some things that I'm sure Tsunade sensei wouldn't like… I lack the necessary information and resources… It seems like the others, this quest will also need to be put on hold till I'm ready…'
[Quest - Observe and Understand.]
Daichi opened this quest and looked at the conditions.
[Conditions:]
Observe the Various aspects of Nature such as Land, Water, Plants, Animals and Insects.
- Observe and understand at least 7 different types of Creatures.
- Observe and understand the creational aspect of Nature. Plants, Forests, Lakes and Oceans.
- Observe and understand the destructive force of Nature. Raging Ocean waves, Forest fire, Natural lightning strikes, Tornado and Volcanic lightning.
- Explore and understand the different Geologies of the world. Forest, Desert, Frozen Tundra and Volcanic Lands.
Daichi sighed as he looked at the conditions required to complete the quest. 'I have no doubt that this is the most difficult, time consuming quest that I currently have… This will take years to complete… The only way I can bypass that problem is if I find Dungeons with similar Geologies mentioned in the quest. Not to mention staying in that dimension for an extended period of time… I'll also need to Observe and understand their aspects… I'll need to up my intelligence and wisdom stats… Like the others this is also another long term project…'
At that moment he sensed someone making contact with the barrier surrounding his home. But knowing that Kensei was outside, Daichi didn't pay it any attention. 'Could they be here for me?... Naw. It's too soon. The Hokage might take a few days to think things over regarding my team.'
With that Daichi turned his attention to the final active quest. He looked at the contents and sighed.
[Quest - Heal Jin.]
'Hmm… This is the one that has a time limit. So this takes priority. I have a year to find a permanent cure… When I used my poison detection skill on him it showed that there was poison in his system but when I tried using the normal methods I couldn't find anything wrong. An invisible poison that even someone like Tsunade couldn't detect. Only someone like Orochimaru or Sasori would be capable of creating something like that. And along with Jin's interest in setting up business in the Land of Rice Paddies… Orochimaru is the prime suspect and I’m sure he’s the answer to this problem. I'm certain of it. I need to find his hideout and take a look around. But that's going to be a problem considering I might not be able to leave the village for a year… Such a headache…'
Thinking about it for a few moments, Daichi made a choice. He decided he would complete the quest to heal Jin first and then focus on the others. He would try and find a permanent cure but if he couldn't he would look for a way to increase the man's lifespan.
"Daichi. Come on down. There's someone here to see you." At that moment he heard his grandfather calling out to him.
'I wonder who that could be?'
Daichi got up from his bed and went downstairs. He was surprised to see who it was that came for him.
"Kakashi?"
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A few minutes ago.
Kakashi Hatake slowly walked through the streets reading his favorite book. It wasn't long before he reached his intended destination. He tucked his precious orange book back in his pouch and looked at the house in front of him.
'This is the place alright. The last time I was here was with Minato Sensei when I just became his student.'
Kakashi stepped forward and observed the place. 'There's a barrier around the house. But based on the intel the one currently active is a standard one. As soon as I step near the gates the person connected to it will know I'm here.'
Kakashi stepped forward and a second later he was greeted by an old man.
"Master Kensei. I don't know if you remember me but I came here a long time ago."
Kensei nodded and recalled a certain memory. "With the late fourth Hokage. I remember. You're Kakashi Hatake. You were so tiny back then."
The Jonin awkwardly nodded and rubbed his hair.
"What brings you here Kakashi?" Kensei asked.
"I came to speak with Daichi. Is he here?"
Kensei looked at the man and nodded after a couple seconds. "What's this about?"
Kakashi sighed and began his explanation. "I don't know if he told you or not but I was the one who conducted his Genin exam. And based on their conduct I decided to fail the team."
Kensei kept a passive face as he listened. "He told me you were the teacher assigned and that he failed. Didn't tell me the specifics and I didn't ask."
Kakashi tilted his head and looked at the old man. "You don't seem angry that I failed him despite his vast skills."
Kensei slightly chuckled at that. "Don't take me for an old bitter man Kakashi. I've been a Jonin instructor and was in Anbu. I know how things operate. And I also know your reputation. You're strict and have high standards but you're also fair. If you failed his team, then I'm sure you have your reasons and I'm sure they're justified. I don't blame you."
Kakashi was surprised at that assessment. "Well… there has been a development regarding Daichi's Genin exam results."
Kensei had a small frown after hearing that. "And what would that be?"
"He passed. Just him."
The old man's eyebrows rose as he heard that. "I'll call him."
Kensei went ahead and called out to Daichi. A few seconds later the boy came out of the house and Kakashi could see the surprise on the child's face.
"Kakashi?"
Present Time.
Daichi knew it was a possibility but he was still surprised. "What are you doing here?" 'I knew the Hokage might make a favorable decision but I didn't think it would happen so soon. He made his decision a lot faster than I thought.'
"Came here looking for you. Walk with me." With those words the man took out his orange book, turned around and slowly walked away.
Daichi turned to look at Kensei and the man nodded at him. He quickly left the house and ran up to the Jonin.
"So uh… Where are we going?" Daichi asked.
"Training ground 3…" Was the only reply from the Jonin.
Daichi, not wanting to disturb him, kept silent along the way. Both of them navigated through the streets and soon reached the place where the both of them fought each other hours ago. Kakashi led Daichi through the small forest and soon they stopped in front of a kunai shaped stone.
"Do you know what this is?" Kakashi asked Daichi, looking at the stone.
"The Memorial Stone. An important monument of our village. The names of all the shinobi who died in the line of duty are engraved on this stone." Daichi replied.
"That's right. The names of my closest friends and teacher are on this stone. Each one of them taught me a valuable lesson that has guided me throughout my life."
Daichi stayed silent as he listened to the man. 'Wish you forgot some of the lessons Obito imparted.' He couldn't help but comment in his heart.
Without knowing Daichi's inner thoughts Kakashi continued. "When you're part of a team, you're part of something bigger. Something more than yourself. Sometimes you might have to make tough choices for you and your teammates that will impact everyone for the rest of your lives. At the same time you'll have to trust that your teammates will have your back if you get into trouble. Trust is a fundamental element in a team."
"What are you getting at Kakashi?"
"The Hokage has made a decision regarding your team." Kakashi turned and looked at Daichi. The air around him became heavy.
Daichi's eyes slightly widened after hearing that. 'Is this it? Am I becoming a Genin…? If so then what about the other two? Am I going to be put on a new team or…?'
After a few seconds of silence Kakashi spoke. "If I told you that you could become a Genin this year but you'll have to work with Seto and Mari as your teammates what would you say?"
The small excitement inside Daichi died down. He looked down and thought about the situation for a while and had an answer. He looked at Kakashi and spoke with a resolute tone.
"I'm gonna have to pass that offer. I'll wait another year at the academy and graduate with my classmates."
Kakashi looked at the kid and sighed. "You realize that you'll have to bear some humiliation if you go back to the academy, right? You're someone who took early graduation and the teachers call you a prodigy. If you go back while some ordinary students pass then you should know you'll no doubt be mocked by some people."
"What others think about me won't matter after I become a Genin next year."
Kakashi narrowed his eyes and looked at the boy. "Why are you saying no? Is your pride so big that you can't work with people who aren't as skilled as you?"
Daichi shook his head and replied. "I don't care that they aren't as strong as me. Heck, I'd be completely surprised if they were anywhere near my level. I've seen Genin fight. So I have an idea as to how strong a fresh academy graduate is. I know they're only starting out and they have much to learn and grow. I don't care about their strength. What I care about is their intent."
"So it's because they turned on you?" At this question Kakashi's tone turned softer.
"Yeah. You said it yourself. Trust is a fundamental element in a team. And… I can't bring myself to trust those two. They didn't think twice about the objectives of the test… People say that trust is earned. Something that's built with time, through trials and hardships. But with their actions they destroyed it before the foundation was even set."
"Why didn't you just lie and say you'll give them another chance or something?" The silver haired Jonin asked the kid.
Daichi shook his head and spoke. "That might have helped and made me Genin in the short term but in the long term it'll no doubt become a problem. Saying that I trust them will be a lie and nothing more. I'll second guess their decisions on missions and I won't be able to trust them to make the important choices. It will lead to one or all of us making the wrong choices and paying the price. I don't want that."
"I'm glad you were honest… Lord Hokage was right."
Daichi looked puzzled at that statement. "Wait. If you and the Hokage knew that I didn't want to be a part of their team, then why are we here?"
"Because the decision he made was to pass you and you alone."
Daichi's eyes widened with surprise. He was curious as to who his new teammates would be. "And who's going to be assigned as my new teammates?"
Kakashi chuckled and looked at the boy. "No one."
"What?"
"Because of your abnormal strength, skill and talents the Hokage has decided to make you part of a special two man Genin team. You'll be working under me till you become a chunin."
Daichi was shocked when he heard that. 'I didn't see that coming.'
Kakashi turned serious and looked at his new student. "Daichi, you and I are going to be a team. So from this moment forward you'll have to trust me. And I'm going to trust you… My teammate taught me a very valuable lesson during our last mission. Those who break the rules are trash… But those who abandon their comrades are even worse than trash."
Daichi's heart shook as he heard those words. 'Wow. This is… so unbelievable.'
At that moment Kakashi asked him a very important question. "Do you trust me to watch your back?"
Daichi closed his eyes and took a deep breath. He then let go and looked at the man. "I do. I trust you. And you can count on me too… Sensei."
The Jonin eye smiled and the tense atmosphere around them vanished. "Well then, starting tomorrow Team Kakashi will be on active duty."
Daichi had a wide smile on his face. "Yes sensei!”
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Comments
Zsolt Putnoki
The only way to be sure is to not share his secret. It makes sense. Unless Mana Manipulation at high levels does more than Suggestions, maybe even a short range, limited telepathy thing. That could be a method very hard to, or impossible to eavesdrop upon. But only if he can be certain the other person keeps the secret. Maybe since Reo is somehow "bonded" to Daichi he can share some of his Gamer superpowers with her to help her survive and grow. :) He could tell her if it's safe, at least about the parts in the massacre.
Gamer4Life
Yes but you might never know whos listening in.
Zsolt Putnoki
I figured. Preserving that information means his survival. It could work as a momentary distraction against an enemy though. To create a small opening while they are unbalanced mentally. Break a concentration with the sheer surrealism of the situation. If he defeats the enemy, and removes their memory of it, or kills them it could work once. Get any advantage you can as a Ninja.
Gamer4Life
Daichi will never reveal his origin and gamer powers to anyone. That's something I've decided long ago. He might show the cloak to his allies(I haven't decided yet.) But if thats gonna happen it will be long into the future
Zsolt Putnoki
I can imagine. "-And how in the Six Paths have you come across this info? - This world is a game for me, and I have a Quest Helper System. - Daichi this is S rank secret information, no time for silly jokes. - Ok, so... *presents cloak, vanishes* I saved my friend's daughter at the Uchiha massacre, and saw Obito killing people with my own eyes. Plus the name "Tobi" and the fact that he is their leader... Rearrange the letters... He has a Sharingan only in his right eye... Don't tell me it's a hard puzzle. Especially that there are no more Uchiha since the massacre. And Reo is safe."
Zsolt Putnoki
There was Exactly 2 people who loved Naruto unconditionally after his parents sacrifice. Teuchi Ichiraku and Ayame (Ramen Guy an daughter) Whatever other reason Hiruzen Sarutobi wants to tell himself so that he can sleep at night: (Sending ANBU to protect Naruto, hiding his identity doing the opposite Minato wished for his son... Beacuse other villages can assassinate him, or ROOT...) It falls a bit short as any competent person not even ninja can make the connection looking at the Uzumaki name. Jiraya at least according to canon went on lengthy missions to disseminate false information and leads, draw danger away from Naruto in his early years. Kakashi is just broken. He never left those forests, and those Ninja Wars where his hubris "killed" Obito, and where his own hand murdered Rin. A broken ninja with severe PTSD should not care for a small child at least he knows that and does not make matters worse for Naruto.
Gamer4Life
lol. That would be an awkward conversation
Zsolt Putnoki
It's going to be really inconvenient when later down the line at a story appropriate moment, Daichi reveals that yeah he was there at the Uchiha Massacre, and Obito was just as guilty as Itachi. "By the way Obito is alive, and leads the Akatsuki as a revenge for Rin. Now help me get my friends eyes back you lazy bastard. :)"
Rakeido
Twelve years, twelve whole years and he couldn’t do anything for Naruto? He didn’t even teach him anything aside from tree and water walking after he became his sensei! Let’s not talk about Hiruzen, his entire history and actions are straight-up questionable at best, despicable and pure evil at worst. And let’s be honest, Naruto didn’t have any money. Ichiraku Ramen is probably ‘better’ than the processed ramen cup too or at least expands his options for toppings, etc. What do you expect? He’s a child who doesn’t know any better, TOO BAD no adult helped him. Jiraiya is also guilty af, but at least he has a reason that he’s generally away for years at a time, returning only for days or weeks before promptly leaving. You got a point that everyone is guilty though, the fact that Naruto didn't end up hating or blaming any of them is more BS than any of Fairy Tail’s outrageous nakama moments combined lmaaaaaao
Gamer4Life
Well... Technically Kakashi was in Anbu till the Uchiha massacre happened and he wasn't in any shape to look after a little kid. And Anbu spend most of their time outside the village fighting their enemies. And your logic could be applied to Naruto's Godfather Jiraiya or the Hokage Hiruzen. And they had more power than Kakashi did... So... For the other stuff, Naruto wasn't chased or beaten by the villagers or sold spoiled food. That was just fanon crap. He was hated and ignored but it was never physical... Not that I'm condoning such a shitty behaviour. Naruto has an unhealthy obsession with Ramen. So it's obvious he'd stack up on that over veggies and fruits. And drinking the spoiled milk that day... In my opinion that was kinda his fault. Who doesn't check the expiry date of something like that... Anyway the point I'm trying to make is, while Yes Kakashi could have introduced himself to Naruto and looked after him after his retirement from Anbu, there must have been restrictions on him. The man has his faults but he did what he could... At least that's my opinion. Every is entitled to their own...👍
Rakeido
Kakashi cares so much about his friends, he, the only living connection to his sensei, chose to silently watch as his sensei’s son grows up starving, eating junk food, and drink spoiled milk while constantly being targeted and loathed by the village his teacher sacrificed his life for. What a freaking hypocrite. He should’ve at least been the one advocate for Naruto’s standard of living yet he couldn’t be bothered to do anything else but observe the child he was ordered to protect while in the womb of his sensei’s wife for 9 whole months. Does he even have teammates after the whole Rin and Obito debacle? What BS are you selectively choosing to spout while conveniently ignoring the rest, Kakashi?
