Minato Namikaze, having accepted the mission and immediately preparing to depart, tidied his belongings before going to find Kakashi, Rin, and Shindai, wanting to give them some instructions.
Kakashi and Rin Nohara were already awake. Minato Namikaze happened to encounter them, then woke up Obito, who was still sleeping. He then led a groggy Obito to the central tent to wake up Shindai.
Shindai rubbed his sleepy eyes and asked, "What's wrong? Is it time to eat?"
Kakashi retorted with a hint of helplessness, "Besides eating, can you think of any other reason we'd be looking for you?"
Shindai scratched his cheek, "Actually, I can, but I don't want to say."
Because if everyone was looking for him, besides going to eat together, it could only mean going to work together.
Shindai really didn't want to work~
Kakashi was speechless by Shindai's remark.
He was truly unmasked. Should he be called honest, or cunning?
Minato Namikaze clapped his hands, "Alright, everyone quiet down. I'm about to go on a mission with Jiraiya-sensei. It's very likely we won't see each other for a long time, so I have some things to tell you.
From now on, the four of you will be a single unit. I've already spoken to Shikaku; the four of you won't be separated and will be incorporated into a Ninja squad to carry out orders.
Kakashi, you are always calm and can rationally analyze what judgment is most correct in any situation. So, while I'm gone, you will lead the team."
Kakashi nodded and replied, "Understood, Minato-sensei."
This wasn't the first time Kakashi had done something like this, so he wasn't surprised.
Minato Namikaze looked at Rin Nohara, "Rin, you must remember, you are a Medical Ninja, and you are very important. The existence of Medical Ninja makes combat Ninja more confident because they know that no matter how serious their injuries are, they can be treated. This sense of security encourages combat Ninja to put their all into battle and to provide timely rescue when teammates are injured.
Sometimes you act on emotion, but you are their last line of defense, so your first principle must be to protect yourself, understand?"
Rin Nohara replied, "Minato-sensei, I understand."
Then Minato Namikaze looked at Obito, "Next is Obito. Obito, your current strength has greatly improved compared to before. I've seen all these improvements; your efforts have not been in vain."
Upon hearing Minato Namikaze's praise, Obito proudly puffed out his chest.
Shindai didn't even want to comment on Obito; it was obvious Minato Namikaze was about to follow with a 'but.' What was there to be proud of?
"But!" Just as Shindai expected, Minato Namikaze immediately followed with a 'but': "Obito, you tend to act impulsively. When you're impulsive, you won't listen to orders. I know sometimes you want to prove yourself, and sometimes it's for your comrades, but your impulsiveness could very likely make an already unfavorable situation even more difficult.
This is going to be a real war, Obito. You must control your impulsiveness. When something happens, think more. If you don't know what to do, ask Kakashi. You are a team; you must trust your comrades."
Obito pouted and quietly replied, "I understand. I will control myself, Minato-sensei."
"Finally, Shindai..." Minato Namikaze's gaze shifted to Shindai.
Before Minato Namikaze could continue speaking, Shindai immediately said, "Lord Minato, please rest assured. You know, I'm the calmest. I definitely won't hold Kakashi and the others back. You absolutely don't need to worry about me!"
Minato Namikaze pursed his lips and directly exposed Shindai, "Stop pretending, Shindai. I already know everything."
Shindai stared blankly at Minato Namikaze as if struck by lightning.
Coming back to his senses, Shindai chuckled dryly, "You, what are you saying? I'm not pretending~"
Minato Namikaze sighed, "No need to pretend anymore, Shindai. Your Magnet Release, your Puppet Technique, while not top-tier, are certainly at a high level. You have the strength of a Jonin; I already know all of this."
Shindai instantly glared at Kakashi, Rin Nohara, and Obito.
It must have been these three who exposed him! He had disguised himself so well, so flawlessly. If it wasn't for Kakashi and the other two, how could Minato Namikaze possibly know?
Kakashi, Rin, and Obito all rolled their eyes.
It had nothing to do with them. It was Shindai's terrible disguise; only a blind person wouldn't have noticed.
Minato Namikaze seriously said to Shindai, "Shindai, you can't go back to Hidden Sand Village now. Clearly, you've been completely abandoned by Hidden Sand Village. I, along with Obito and the others, and Jiraiya-sensei, and the Sandaime, all truly hope you'll join Konoha, truly join Konoha.
We genuinely consider you our comrade. During the time I'm away on this mission, please consider it carefully. When I return, I hope to receive your answer.
Before then, I also hope you can fight alongside Kakashi, Obito, and Rin, and advance and retreat with them. Can you do that, Shindai?"
Minato Namikaze looked at Shindai with burning eyes.
Shindai felt overwhelmed by Minato Namikaze's gaze.
Now that Minato Namikaze knew his strength because of Kakashi and the others, there was no need to pretend anymore.
Although his strength was exposed, his undercover identity was not.
Even though this undercover identity was useless now, it meant he had at least won one thing!
His undercover work was flawless!
Shindai nodded and agreed, "Alright, I understand, Lord Minato. I promise you."
Minato Namikaze showed a very bright smile and reached out to ruffle Shindai's head.
Minato Namikaze finally cautioned, "When carrying out missions, you must be careful. Do not underestimate your opponents, and do not let your guard down. Always maintain a high level of vigilance and focus, and be fully prepared for potential challenges and difficulties.
At the same time, observe and analyze the mission environment meticulously, ensuring every detail is properly handled to avoid injuries, mission failure, or unnecessary losses due to carelessness.
Furthermore, maintain calmness and rationality. Even when facing sudden situations or pressure, you must be able to make correct judgments and decisions quickly to ensure your own safety and the smooth completion of the mission."
Kakashi, Obito, Rin Nohara, and Shindai all said in unison, "Yes!"
Minato Namikaze let out a long sigh and said with a smile, "I believe you can all do it. Alright, I must go. See you next time."
Minato Namikaze left the tent and met up with Jiraiya at the entrance of the encampment.
"Everything's settled?"
"Yes, it's settled."
Jiraiya stretched and looked into the distance, "Then let's go!"
Jiraiya and Minato Namikaze left the encampment to carry out their mission.
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