Naruto: Mixed Heritage

38. First Mission (2)

With Riku holding the sealed scroll containing the details of their first mission, a palpable sense of suspense and anticipation enveloped the trio.

Riku said, "This one's a straightforward mission, nothing too complicated. You should all be able to handle it with ease." His casual assurance only deepened the suspense for the genins.

Hiro couldn't help but remark, "This isn't good guys. If Riku-sensei says a mission is easy, it's probably anything but that. I mean, look at our daily training sessions. 'Easy' isn't exactly a word I'd associate with those."

Aiko, nodding in agreement, added, "Yeah, it's like he thrives on pushing us to our limits. 'Easy' for Riku-sensei might be a whole different level for us."

Riku's eye twitched.'I can hear them.'

Since they were a couple of meters away from Mahito and Riku, the genins decided to mutter amongst them. Oblivious to the fact that Riku could hear them.

Renjiro finally chimed in, "Well, whatever it is, we'll handle it. We've been through tough training together, and a mission should be no different."

'It's probably going to be the usual Bandit clearing mission. I don't know why Hiro and Aiko are worried.'

Riku returned and instead of conveying the details of the mission, he passed the scroll to Renjiro and instructed him to read the mission details out loud for the other two to listen.

As Renjiro unfolded the scroll and began to read aloud, the mission details unfolded before Team 15.

"This is a D rank mission. You are tasked with escorting Hozuki Fakinshi on his journey back to Yorinaka village in the Land of Soups."

"Why are we escorting this Hozuki Fakinshi?" Hiro inquired.

Renjiro responded, "It seems like Hozuki Fakinshi is a representative from Yorinaka village, and he has been attending diplomatic meetings here in Konoha. Now, it's our responsibility to ensure his safe return home."

Riku, observing his team's reactions, added, "Indeed. While the mission is easy, we must stay vigilant. Our task is not just to escort but to guarantee the safety of Hozuki Fakinshi."

"Head back home and get everything in order. Escort missions can take time, and it's crucial to be well-prepared for any situation. Ensure you have the necessary supplies, equipment, and a strategic plan in place."

The team nodded in acknowledgement. They dispersed with each member making their way to their respective homes to gather essentials for the mission.

Renjiro did not go home immediately but made his way to Kushina's residence, a place where he had been expanding his knowledge of fuinjutsu recently.

"Kushina-sensei, I've got a mission coming up, so we will have to postpone our fuinjutsu classes until I get back. I hope you understand." Renjiro said the moment he saw Kushina.

Kushina nodded understandingly. "Of course, Renjiro. Your mission comes first. Stay safe, and we can resume our training when you return."

Renjiro then headed to inform Sora, his former classmate who was still in the academy, to relay the message to Miwa. It had been quite some time since they last spoke as she was still in the academy and Renjiro had to focus on his genin training.

After a bit of catching up, Renjiro passed on the information to Sora who promised to notify Miwa the moment she returned back to the village from her mission. With every errand completed, Renjiro headed home, packed the essentials and rested the night away.

At dawn the following morning, the members of Team 15 reconvened at the village gate as they prepared to embark on their mission. Renjiro, carrying a backpack with his essentials, approached Aiko and Hiro, who were already present.