Junichi didn't know the full extent of Takuya's strength, but Jiraiya knew it well.
With even his own student backing Takuya, there was no need to stubbornly cling to the original mission.
"But what about Lord Orochimaru...?"
"I'll explain it. Besides, this was Takuya's suggestion. Orochimaru would back it as well- trust me."
Jiraiya patted his chest confidently.
Hyuga Junichi's fear wasn't just about the risk-it was more about Orochimaru's reaction.
After all, the mission came directly from Orochimaru, who was the overall commander. Now, they'd switched to a more aggressive plan. What would Orochimaru think?
If Orochimaru were a petty person, they could be scapegoated without any recourse.
Would Orochimaru do that?
Junichi clearly didn't know Orochimaru very well.
The most aggressive person among them was undoubtedly Orochimaru.
During the Second Great Ninja War, they were fortunate to have Sakumo Hatake as their commander.
Had Orochimaru been in charge, who knows what extreme methods he'd have used against Sunagakure?
Clearing a few lookouts was as easy as drinking water for Takuya and Minato.
On the island, the hidden lookouts stationed in various spots were picked off one by one by Takuya and Minato.
"Minato, go tell the others. I'll wait here."
"Alright."
Minato wiped the blood from his kunai before vanishing.
"Sensei, the path is clear. We're ready to attack," Minato reported after reappearing at Jiraiya's side.
Jiraiya had grown used to Minato's sudden appearances he was practically numb to it now. His only request was for Minato not to suddenly pop up while he was, well, occupied.
Fortunately, Minato knew his master well. Even though he had a Flying Thunder God marker on Jiraiya, he would avoid teleporting to him unnecessarily, especially in awkward moments.
After all, the last thing anyone needed was to stumble upon something that could scar young minds.
Usually, Minato used toads to get in touch with Jiraiya instead.
"Alright, let's move!" Jiraiya ordered.
With the lookouts eliminated, Jiraiya led the team to rendezvous with Takuya.
A few minutes later, they regrouped.
Eyeing the military fortress Kirigakure had built, Jiraiya turned to Takuya:
"You take the lead?"
"....."
Takuya was speechless.
Shouldn't this be the part where you wave your hand, and we all launch an attack together?
Why am I the one doing it alone?
"Hehe, to prevent them from sending any distress signals, we need to be decisive. If we all
attack together, we risk being spotted. You lead the charge, and Minato will finish off any stragglers to prevent word from getting out."
"... Alright, you're the boss."
What was supposed to be a group effort had now turned into a solo mission. Takuya felt
Jiraiya was being a bit sly, wringing every bit of effort out of him.
As for Minato...
Minato had no say in it-he was Jiraiya's student, after all.
Helping your teacher was just part of the job, wasn't it?
Watching Takuya and Minato vanish into the night, the others looked bewildered. Yuhi Shinku spoke up:
"Lord Jiraiya, are we not going to join them?"
Seeing the puzzled expressions of his comrades, Jiraiya chuckled:
"Trust them. The young ones have grown up. They can handle it themselves."
"....."
Once again, I've been ignored.
Nawaki felt his presence shrinking by the second.
But as much as he wanted to join, he didn't have the skills for a mission like this. He could only watch as Takuya and Minato set off, waiting on the sidelines for good news.
"So, how should we attack?"
Approaching the enemy's fortress, Minato turned to Takuya.
Takuya spread his hands, "However you want."
Damn it.
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