Nighttime, Hokage's Office.
Despite Yasuke's impeccable performance during his first mission, even taking over temporary leadership from Kakashi, seniority still played a significant role within both Konoha and the Anbu until one demonstrated overwhelming strength. Thus, during his first visit to the Hokage's office, Yasuke followed behind Kakashi, with even Benny and Dakota ahead of him.
Had Yasuke been from the Uchiha or Hyuga clan, conflicts would have escalated!
Just kidding!
As members of Konoha's prestigious clans, why should we stand behind others?
Kakashi, get to the back!
Of course, such situations were impossible for Yasuke, especially after understanding the burden of the "genius" label. Yasuke was ready to hide his true abilities.
The tallest trees catch the most wind.
At the banquet hosted by Hizashi, Yasuke crushed the pride of the Uchiha clan and even defeated Itachi, feeling quite pleased with himself. However, only Yasuke understood the subsequent troubles, leading him to avoid any spotlight henceforth.
Unfortunately, Yasuke's excellent performance always made him as conspicuous as a firefly in the dark night.
Especially "obedient" Kakashi, who, while reporting the mission details to the Fourth Hokage, made the Hokage look at Yasuke like he was a "monster," making Yasuke sigh!
"Indeed, a man like me is always the center of attention."
"The more it is like this, the more I need to enhance my strength!"
"Otherwise, if someone steps on me one day, it might be the day I die!"
Sighing inwardly, Yasuke soon heard the Fourth Hokage's voice echoing in his ears.
"Okay, Kakashi, I understand everything you've reported."
After listening to Kakashi's account, the Fourth Hokage first directed his gaze at Guy Sensei, smiling, "Guy, since you're not quite suited for the Anbu, you can temporarily join my guard squad."
With that, the Fourth Hokage flashed a comforting smile and continued, "Also, Genma, Dakota, Benny, you have spent considerable time in the Anbu and have honed your mentality well, so join Guy in my guard squad!"
"Kakashi, for now, your Anbu squad will only have Yasuke."
"Yasuke is your junior, take good care of him, and for any challenging tasks ahead, I will rely on you!"
"Yes, Fourth Hokage!"
Surprised that Guy and Shiranui Genma performed averagely on their mission yet were "promoted," Yasuke couldn't help but feel a bit strange.
However, since they were his comrades, Yasuke was genuinely happy for them.
Soon, under the Fourth Hokage's orders, Yasuke and Kakashi's Anbu squad received a new task to patrol around Konoha and check for any other infiltrating Mist ninjas.
As for Guy and the others' tasks, they were what Yasuke envied the most!
Before the Fourth Hokage left the village, their task was just to train, which meant they had no actual tasks!
This greatly frustrated Yasuke, who was keen on training, but since the Fourth Hokage was the leader, Yasuke, merely a small soldier, had no room to protest.
So, reluctantly accepting the Fourth Hokage's task, Yasuke quickly bid farewell to Kakashi, Guy, and the others and returned home to rest. After an exhausting day, yearning for his bed, Yasuke was summoned by his Uncle Nara upon returning to his clan.
"Yasuke, I heard you performed quite well on your first mission!"
"Uncle Nara, you heard already?"
"Yes, I received the report as soon as you returned. However, Yasuke, you did well, but you need to be smarter in the future, understood?"
Uncle Nara's initial words made Yasuke feel the clan's concern, warming his heart.
But the latter part made Yasuke feel drowsy, as it was just Uncle Nara's usual advice about keeping a low profile.
However, after a lengthy lecture, Uncle Nara finally had some surprising news for Yasuke.
Under the Fourth Hokage's personal guidance, Yasuke had completed the Rasengan and some advanced techniques, reaching a training plateau and needing to move on to the next stage.
In Yasuke's plan, the next stage involved secret techniques from the Fourth Hokage and chakra nature transformation training.
Before engaging in chakra nature training, testing one's chakra nature was crucial.
How could one train in chakra nature transformation without knowing their chakra nature?
So, as soon as Uncle Nara finished his lecture, Yasuke eagerly asked for a chakra paper, a precious item!
Why was chakra paper so precious?
Because even in peacetime in the original story, it wasn't something anyone could easily obtain!
Without clan support or significant prestige, chakra paper was a luxury!
Thus, Yasuke asked Uncle Nara for the chakra paper, fully prepared for rejection. Surprisingly, without hesitation, Uncle Nara handed over a sheet of chakra paper, saying, "Yasuke, I knew you would need this."
"Here, the Fourth Hokage gave it to me earlier. Go ahead and test your chakra nature!"
"Uncle Nara, thank you!"
Thrilled to receive the chakra paper, Yasuke couldn't be happier.
Almost immediately upon getting the chakra paper, Yasuke disappeared from Uncle Nara's sight, making him shake his head and smile.
Back in his room, staring at the seemingly ordinary piece of white paper, Yasuke felt very nervous.
For Yasuke, the chakra nature test felt almost like deciding his fate!
If his chakra nature turned out to be wind, lightning, or fire, which were helpful for offensive skills, it would effectively compensate for some of Yasuke's weaknesses and further enhance his abilities. But if it turned out to be earth or water, which were more defensive, Yasuke felt he would have no place to cry.
Holding the chakra paper, praying it wouldn't be water or earth, Yasuke infused the paper with his remaining chakra. As he slowly opened his eyes, nervously watching the paper's change, he finally breathed a sigh of relief!
"Thank goodness, really!"
"Wind nature chakra, my prayers were answered!"
"Wait! Something seems off!"
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