Although everyone present was accustomed to Jin's shocking remarks, their hearts still skipped a beat upon hearing this.
Even Danzo looked at Jin with disbelief.
'He actually dared to say such thing directly?'
For a high-difficulty mission like assassinating the Kazekage, an elite team was naturally required. The strength of Sakumo and Jin went without saying.
Not only were they renowned within Konoha, but even enemy nations were intimidated by their fame.
Minato wasn't bad either.
After officially becoming Jiraiya's disciple and after much observation, Jiraiya judged that Minato was indeed a good candidate who had inherited the [Will of Fire] and was suitable to become Hokage.
Last year, he returned to Konoha Village and requested from Hiruzen the Flying Thunder God Technique, which is developed by Tobirama and sealed in the Scroll of Seals.
It was a high-level Space-Time Ninjutsu that even Hiruzen hadn't mastered.
Who would have thought Minato would master it in just a year? Although he was only at the Elite Jonin-level now, with Flying Thunder God Technique, he could definitely hold his own against Kage-level Ninja!
As for Shinsuke... well, becoming a Jonin before twenty was decent.
But compared to the three monsters ahead, he was far, far behind… Especially for an ultra S-rank mission like assassinating a Kazekage.
"Even if you want to farm achievements for your son, this isn't the way to do it," Jin said disdainfully.
Hiruzen's intention behind this arrangement was as clear as day: he wanted to pad his son's resume. This was a common occurrence in the history of Jin's previous life.
Despite lacking ability, Shinsuke's father, as the Hokage, was finding ways to add to his accomplishments.
"This is Hiruzen's decision. Do you intend to disobey?" Danzo spoke, his face dark.
To be honest, he somewhat hoped Jin would defy the order. That way, he could find an excuse to imprison Jin and seize the opportunity to take his Mangekyo Sharingan.
"Not at all. But I feel it's necessary to remind our Hokage-sama," Jin pointed at Shinsuke, his expression full of disdain, "If this guy holds us back, I won't save him. I'll watch him die with my own eyes."
Danzo was somewhat shocked by these words.
'Such audacity! To openly say he wouldn't save the Hokage's son in front of everyone?'
Even Danzo wouldn't dare say such things publicly, 'Even if that's what you think, you shouldn't say it out loud!'
After a brief shock, Danzo sneered inwardly, 'So he's just a fool with power but no brains. Does he really think Uzumaki Mito, who has only a few years left, can protect him for long? After she dies, I'll be the first to dig out his eyes!'
"Don't worry, I'll convey that to Hiruzen," Danzo said before leaving the tent with a cold laugh, followed by his two Root subordinates.
"I'm going back to sleep. Notify me when it's time to depart, Captain," Jin waved his hand and also left the tent.
Sakumo sighed repeatedly, 'This team is really hard to lead.'
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[Newgate: This mission is too difficult for Sarutobi Shinsuke. That Sarutobi Hiruzen is too irresponsible as a father. He shouldn't let his son take such risks.]
The chat room started discussing again.
Newgate believed Hiruzen's actions were very irresponsible. He himself had once failed to stop Ace from pursuing Teach, leading to a series of tragedies.
In his view, Hiruzen's current actions resembled his own back then.
[Jin: That old bastard Hiruzen isn't as thoughtful as you think. He most likely just feels the Sarutobi Clan hasn't achieved any major merits in this war and wants his son to participate in this mission to gain some visibility.]
[Izuna: I've truly never seen a leader who doesn't fight on the frontlines during a war. @Tobirama, Hey, what kind of specimens did you take as disciples?]
Tobirama, Izuna's rival, was left speechless this time.
Indeed, the Second Great Ninja War was raging, yet his four disciples, the highest rulers of Konoha, were sitting back in the rear, drinking tea and reaping the benefits. It was utterly unjustifiable.
[Hashirama: Perhaps Jin-kun is right. Hiruzen and the others have really changed.]
Jin signaled for calm.
'Your precious disciples not only sat back during the Second Great Ninja War but also stayed in the rear during the Third Great Ninja War, continuing to eat popcorns with peace of mind.'