mission time !

A week later, the missions were done. Naruto, still haunted by the smell of manure, found himself spiraling into a strange realm of absurdity and obsession. His thoughts became consumed by all things fecal, a bizarre synergy of chakra and obsession pushing him to the limits of his mental endurance, his body glowing, ready for evolution. Inside of him , red eyes snapped open, looking absurded by the weird phenomenon

"What the fuck…"

As the glow enveloped him, Naruto felt the threshold of transcendence, ready to break into a realm beyond anyone's comprehension. Just when it seemed like he would be forever lost in this unusual state, Sakura, realizing the severity of Naruto's condition, acted swiftly.

"Naruto, snap out of it!"

She intervened with precise timing, pulling Naruto back from the brink of his trance. The glow dissipated, and Naruto, still dazed and bewildered, found himself saved from the clutches of an utterly peculiar fate. Tears in his eyes,he asked 

"Wha…what happened ?

Sakura, relieved that her intervention worked, couldn't help but yell at him for the bizarre spectacle they had just witnessed.

"Don't go into weird transformation! "

Sasuke, unable to hide an odd look, added his own comment.

"Did you just save the world ? "

Amidst Naruto's breakdown, crying between Sakura's arms, he poured out his lamentations about the hardships of his week. Sakura, trying to offer comfort while looking somewhat disgusted, couldn't help but comment on the unpleasant smell.

"Naruto, have you taken a shower? You're starting to smell like... well, you know."

Naruto, amidst his tears, claimed to have taken ten showers but was still unable to rid himself of the persistent odor. His distress hinted at the looming threat of another obsession,his body glowing again.In an attempt to prevent the situation from escalating, Sakura promptly bonked him on the head.

"Alright, enough. We'll get you cleaned up properly after the mission. Just try not to obsess over it."

Yamato, who had been chuckling at the entire interaction, intervened with a more serious tone.

"Enough of that. We have a mission today, and I expect you all to be on your best behavior. Get ready; we're taking on a C-rank mission with another team."

The prospect of a mission shifted their focus, and the trio, albeit still bewildered by Naruto's peculiar ordeal, readied themselves for the upcoming task under Yamato's guidance.

As Team 7 and Team 10 gathered for their joint C-rank mission, the familiar dynamics between the teams unfolded. Sakura and Ino engaged in their usual banter, exchanging barbs and competitive remarks. Sasuke, as always, maintained an indifferent demeanor, seemingly unfazed by the ongoing girl drama.

Shikamaru and Choji approached Naruto, offering casual greetings and inquiring about how he had been doing. Shikamaru, in his characteristic laid-back manner, expressed mild disbelief at Naruto's graduation. Naruto, eager to assert himself, promptly dismissed Shikamaru's skepticism.

Naruto: "Believe it, Shikamaru! I graduated, and right now, I'm a lot stronger than you think."

In the midst of the conversation, Shikamaru suddenly caught a whiff of an unpleasant odor. His face scrunched up in disgust, a sentiment echoed by Choji, who looked like he was trying not to gag.

"What's that smell?"

"Ugh, it's terrible. What is it?"

Ino, however, couldn't hold back and exclaimed loudly about the nasty smell, drawing attention from the entire group.

"Oh my gosh, what is that? It's so gross!"

Naruto, hearing her was particularly affected, looking depressed again 

"Im sorry dattebayo T_T!"

Sakura, showing a mix of sympathy and revulsion, patted Naruto on the back, offering comfort.

"Hang in there, Naruto. We'll figure out a way."

Sasuke, normally indifferent to such matters, decided to enlighten the other members of the team about the source of the smell, making an exception.

"It's coming from Naruto. It's due to his last mission "

He explained the situation succinctly, prompting expressions of pity from the other team members. Despite their empathy, they chose to keep a safe distance from Naruto.

Ino, taking charge of the situation, handed Naruto a small bottle of perfume, urging him to use it discreetly.

"Here, Naruto. Please, for everyone's sake."

She made it clear that the fragrance should be kept to himself. Naruto, looking genuinely grateful, assured Ino that once he became Hokage, he would reward her with all the cool missions she desired.

"Thanks, Ino! When I'm Hokage, I'll make sure you get the best missions!"

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Both teams stood before the Hokage, awaiting their next mission. The atmosphere in the room was tense, a palpable anticipation hanging in the air. The Hokage, a figure of wisdom and authority, began to brief them on their assignment—a task of utmost importance.

"We've received intel about a group of suspected spies infiltrating a city getting build near one of our outposts. They are likely low-level operatives, but the threat is real. Your mission is to detect these spies, ensure no sensitive information in their hand, and neutralize the threat by bringing them back."

Shikamaru, the pragmatic strategist, couldn't help but voice his concern about the nature of their mission. He questioned why a group of Genin was being tasked with spy detection, a job usually handled by Chunin or ANBU.

"Why us? Shouldn't this be a job for Chunin or ANBU? We're just Genin."

The Hokage, stern-faced and serious, explained that these were likely low-level spies, and he saw this as an opportunity for them to gain practical experience. He emphasized the importance of taking the mission seriously and remaining vigilant.

"This is a chance for you to learn, face the unexpected, and prove yourselves. Take this mission seriously. Teamwork and quick thinking will be your greatest assets."

As the Hokage spoke, Naruto couldn't help but express his curiosity about the whereabouts of Team 10 and their Jounin sensei.

"Hey, where's Team 10 teacher ?"

"Nice observation, Naruto" 

The Hokage revealed that Team 10's Jounin sensei was occupied with another mission and introduced their temporary team leader for this assignment—Tenzo.

Tenzo, upon receiving the designation as the temporary leader for both team, accepted the responsibility with a calm and composed demeanor. He acknowledged the gravity of the mission and the trust placed in him by the Hokage.

Addressing both Team 7 and Team 10, he emphasized the importance of preparation and vigilance. "We've been entrusted with an important mission. The Hokage believes in our abilities. so let's not disappoint. We're going to work together to ensure the safety of the village. Prepare yourselves and meet me at the village gate. Time is of the essence."

His words resonated with a sense of determination, and the teams understood the significance of their roles. As Tenzo left the room, the teams exchanged glances, all giving farewell to each other, with Team 7 and Team 10 dispersing to make the necessary preparations for the mission

Gathering at the village gate, Team 7 and Team 10, led by Tenzo, prepared to embark on their mission. taking a moment to foster camaraderie and better understanding among the teams,he decided to break the ice.

"Before we delve into the specifics of this mission, how about we get to know each other a bit more? I'll start. My name is Yamato, Jounin, well, I enjoy woodworking and carving during my free time. As for dislikes, being interrupted when I talk is a major pet peeve of mine. Im good at water and earth ninjutsu " He gave a casual smile, hoping to set a friendly tone for the sharing session.Looking at team 7,they understood its their turn 

"Haruno sakura, Genin, I like reading medical books and sasuke-kun " at this, she looked with provocation at ino " and my dream is to be a great kunoichi ! " 

"Im good at genjutsu and basic ninjutsu " 

"As expected of my sakura-chan ! my turn now, Im Uzumaki naruto, i like Sakura-chan "

 "Well i dont like you. and who the hell is your ! " 

"and ramen. I hate sasuke-asshole ! "

 "Naruto ! Dont be rude to sasuke-kun ! " 

" I love you too " 

Naruto, with a deadpan face, told Sasuke"...Never say it again."

"...Yeah, My bad " at team 10 amused and surprised eyes, not expecting such camaraderie between Naruto and Sasuke 

"My dream ? To Become the greatest hokage ever, dattebayo ! "

"What about your main skills ? " asked shikamaru 

"M good at clones jutsu and fighting " Shikamaru, perking up at the word clone, gave an interested expression 

"Didnt you fail at the exam because of the clone jutsu ? " 

"Hehe…You're gonna be in for a wild surprise on this mission ! " 

"haaa..troublesome blonds " Only to get bonked by ino,asking him what does he mean about it

At sasuke's turn,he kept it short " Uchiha sasuke,Genin. I like nothing,I have a lot to hate,and I want to kill someone. I'm good at fire jutsu and shuriken jutsu " to the boys face full of black lines and the two girls admiration 

"KYAAA SASUKE-KUN ! SO DREAMY " 

Yamato sweat dropping,he asked team 10 to do same

"Now, Team 10, how about you tell me a bit about yourselves? Asuma provided some insights into your abilities, but it would be great to hear about you from your own perspective."

"Yamanaka Ino, Genin. I specialize in mind-based jutsu. I enjoy flower arranging and, well, Sasuke-kun. Dislikes? Probably people who mess with my hair. My dream is to be an exceptional kunoichi and catch Sasuke-kun's eye "

"Nara Shikamaru, Genin, specializing in shadow manipulation techniques. I like taking naps and avoiding troublesome things. Dislikes? Anything too troublesome, obviously. My dream is to live a life of leisure "

" I'm Akimichi Choji, Genin, specializing in taijutsu and my clan's secret techniques. I love eating and expanding my collection of snacks. I dislike being forced to skip meals. My dream is to become a strong ninja and protect my friends. "

Tenzo nodded, taking in the diverse personalities and unique abilities of Team 10.

"Great introduction " Done with the small introduction, he provided crucial details about the assignment.

"The construction site where the suspected spies are mingling is approximately 200 kilometers away. If we maintain a good pace, we should reach there in a matter of hours, 

with luck on our side, before sunset."

Naruto, ever curious, couldn't resist seeking more information about the construction site.

"What kind of place is it, anyway?"

Tenzo explained, shedding light on the nature of the construction.

"It's one of those newly emerging cities, designed for commerce and noble entertainment. These kinds of towns and cities are quite common throughout the Land of Fire. Due to their urgency and sensitivity, nobles often seek shinobi protection for their site, guarding against threats such as bandits or even potential attacks from rival nobles looking to prevent their rivals' lands from growing richer." 

Ino, turning to him, asked him a valid question 

"Is it possible for us to encounter other shinobi besides the suspected spies?"

Tenzo considered the question before responding.

"No, the fact that there's an outpost not far away means the area should be relatively clean of bandits or rogue shinobi. However, it wouldn't hurt to remain vigilant. Always expect the unexpected, especially in our line of work."

"Now, let's do a quick run for it. Mission begin ! "

"Hai ! " (X6) 

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