"Practical class?"
Everyone looked at each other in confusion upon hearing this.
This kind of class... was unheard of.
Ino plucked up her courage and asked, "Teacher, what is a Social Practice Class?"
"As the name implies, it's to let you try some simple tasks in advance, so you can experience the duties and processes of a Ninja."
Masahiko replied, "This is a new course at the school, currently in the experimental stage. Our class was chosen as a Pilot Class because we are outstanding enough."
Having said that, he looked at Sasuke and the others.
But.
At the same time, Masahiko also paused slightly.
"However, some students are still dragging us down. I hope you don't continue to be the dead last in this class."
He said, smiling slightly.
"The tasks are issued by the Security Division. Students who participate will receive a certain reward. Of course, those who are unwilling to participate are not forced."
Yagyu Masahiko scanned the room.
"If anyone is unwilling to participate, you can speak up."
Choji stuffed potato chips into his mouth, looking at Shikamaru.
Ino did the same.
Shikamaru's mouth twitched slightly.
Had his image already become so deeply ingrained in people's minds?
This was a mission!
The key was... he had an intuition that if he really proposed not to participate, this Teacher Yagyū would definitely have a thousand ways to deal with him.
Shikamaru remained silent and looked at Uzumaki Naruto on the other side, only to be astonished—
Naruto stood in the line with his eyes closed, looking as if he had fallen asleep.
What a legend!
His gaze sharpened as he looked forward, and his expression became serious.
Choji silently stuffed the potato chips back into his pocket.
In the silence, a voice suddenly rang out: "Mission! What mission? If I complete a mission, am I a Ninja?"
"Naruto-kun, you're finally awake. Taking every opportunity to rest is indeed a necessary quality for a Ninja."
Masahiko's smile was gentle, "But for now, I am explaining something important... Go run five laps to wake up."
"?"
You're definitely picking on me!
Naruto gnashed his teeth but silently ran towards the outer perimeter.
Having spent many days together, how could he not know Masahiko's personality?
Complaining would likely only add more laps.
Masahiko looked at Sasuke.
This silly kid still looked excited and expectant, probably happy that he could go to the Security Division.
He withdrew his gaze and continued to explain the precautions... Meanwhile.
At the Security Division, the atmosphere was dead silent.
The Uchiha Clan had managed the Security Division for many years, and this department had always been under their complete control, but now—
Even this piece of power was gradually being encroached upon.
Inside the office, a group of people were filled with righteous indignation.
"Clan Head, Konoha has gone too far!"
"After all these years, Konoha finally couldn't help but interfere in our Security Division's affairs!"
"Clan Head..."
One after another, their clamor made the Security Division office extremely noisy.
Veins throbbed on Fugaku's forehead.
"Enough!"
He shouted sternly, his cold gaze scanning the room, temporarily suppressing the situation.
"Do you plan to go protest in front of the Hokage Building right now? Have you thought about the consequences?"
Fugaku's tone was cold, "This is the Security Division, not your own home. Even if you're dissatisfied, bear with it!"
Then, he looked at his deputy.
"Yashiro, send someone to receive them and handle this matter properly. Don't give them any leverage."
"Yes!"
Uchiha Yashiro complied.
A trace of exhaustion appeared on Fugaku's face.
"Go and do your work. Especially at a time like this, we cannot afford to be careless."
"Yes!"
Everyone looked at each other, their expressions becoming firm, with a hint of excitement in their eyes.
The Clan Head has finally taken a stand!
They stood up and headed out, no longer as resentful as before.
Outside, they saw the people from the Ninja Academy—
A young teacher led the way, followed by two other teachers and a group of students.
Among them, Sasuke, wearing clothes embroidered with the uchiwa fan, was particularly eye-catching.
Yashiro had a smile on his face:
"You must be Teacher Masahiko? The Village has already mentioned it to our division. There are indeed some trivial matters we can't handle, so it's good to leave them to the children for training."
"Sorry for the trouble!"
Masahiko bowed slightly and then handed over the Mission Request Form.
Yashiro took it and said, "Since there are three teachers, we'll split into three teams, responsible for cleaning the streets, patrolling, and maintaining public order, respectively."
"Alright."
...Naka River, a remote corner.
Shisui stood on the edge of the cliff, feeding crows while waiting for Itachi's arrival.
After a long time, faint footsteps came from behind.
Itachi took off his mask, his expression complex.
Shisui exhaled and asked, "How's the situation?"
"Under the guise of social practice, the Village let the class where Yagyu Masahiko is located enter the Konoha Military Police Force. The clansmen are very angry."
After Itachi spoke, he was silent for a few seconds, "The Anbu side has already made preparations. I'm afraid..."
"Once a civil war starts, the Village and the Ninja World might fall into chaos again... No matter what means I use, I must prevent this from happening!"
Shisui took a deep breath, his tone firm, "Itachi, do you remember the plan we agreed on before?"
"What do you need me to do?"
Itachi asked.
Shisui said, "At the meeting, I need you to cooperate with me..."
Just as he was about to continue, rapid footsteps came from the distance.
The two looked at each other and disappeared with Body Flicker.
The next moment, in the distant woods, three people ran out one after another, led by Naruto and Sasuke, with Sakura Haruno following behind.
"So this is the Naka River!"
Sakura was full of longing, "I heard that in the past, Shodai-sama often came here..."
Sasuke gave a cold glance and didn't respond.
From behind... Whoosh!
A figure went from blurry to clear.
"This is the outskirts, don't run around."
Masahiko's tone was filled with helplessness, "Your classmates are all behind you. In future missions, will you also disregard your companions?"
Naruto and Sasuke lowered their heads, and Sakura Haruno stuck out her tongue.
"Once we've finished patrolling the Naka River here, we'll head back. Compared to the other students, your task is already easy enough."
Masahiko said.
"Yes!"
The three responded. Just then, the roar of a wild beast came from behind.
Their expressions changed immediately, and they quickly ran towards the direction of the beast.
Masahiko immediately followed and left.
In the jungle, Itachi and Shisui hid in the shadows, their eyes fixed on their direction.
"He is very sharp; he might have discovered some traces."
"It doesn't matter. I didn't plan on hiding it from Hokage-sama. Only by gaining Hokage-sama's approval can the plan have a chance of success."
Shisui replied.
Itachi frowned, "Is he one of the Hokage's men?"
"You could say that. Hokage-sama thinks highly of him."
Shisui said.
Itachi nodded silently, no longer objecting.
In the distant jungle, Masahiko looked at the chaotic scene and quietly erased the traces of the Beast-luring Medicine.
Shisui and Itachi... were by the river just now, weren't they?
"It seems they've decided to take action."
Masahiko let his Shadow Clone handle the situation while reflecting on the events surrounding Shisui's death, weighing the pros and cons in his mind.
To save him or not?
He must be saved!
He quickly made a decision.
But, he can't save him completely.
A whole Shisui would be impossible for him to control and would instead bring him danger.
Only by losing an eye would the other party possibly follow his arrangements.
And.
For now, he still needs the support of the Village and Root, so it's not suitable to fall out with Danzo.
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