Dan Katō was obviously also a Jonin Instructor. He led Team Two, consisting of Mikoto Uchiha, Kutsu Nara, and Enta Aburame.
Naturally, Kenji paid attention to Mikoto Uchiha.
However, Dan Uchiha was more eager for quick success than Kenji. Being from the Uchiha Clan as well, he seemed to have known Mikoto Uchiha for a long time.
"Sister Mikoto, what a coincidence to meet you here." Dan Uchiha seemed to like calling any girl "Sister."
Mikoto Uchiha belonged to the gentle and virtuous type, appearing very friendly to everyone.
"Dan, it's not a coincidence. My teacher and I came specifically to support you," Mikoto Uchiha said softly.
Hearing this, Tsunade looked at Dan Katō. "What's going on?"
Dan Katō smiled. "The Third Hokage personally assigned me this special mission. The mission you took on was deemed too dangerous, so he asked me to provide support."
Kenji suddenly understood. He had guessed correctly.
Although this mission for Kushina was defined as C-rank, it likely required at least three or more Chunin to complete; it was completely unsuitable for them.
Tsunade had probably dismissed the danger initially and forcibly took the mission. The Third Hokage, not feeling at ease, sent Dan Katō to support them.
"Teacher Sarutobi is doing unnecessary things. I've already helped Kushina complete the mission, and we can return to the Hidden Leaf immediately. We don't need support at all."
Naturally, Tsunade refused to show weakness in front of others. She added, "But since you're here, that's fine. We can go save people together."
Dan Katō glanced at Uzumaki Sōma and hesitated. "Shouldn't we report to Lord Hokage first?"
"Saving people is like fighting a fire; there's no time to delay. With the two of us joining forces, no one should be able to stop us. Besides, Kenji can also be of some help."
Kushina had no reason to lie. If Kenji could kill a Chunin, that was a considerable combat power.
"...Alright, let's give it a try."
Dan Katō also knew the Hidden Leaf's attitude toward the Uzumaki Clan. If there was a chance, they would do their best to help the Uzumaki Clan regardless of the cost.
"Many thanks!" Uzumaki Sōma was endlessly grateful.
"No time to lose, please lead the way!"
It had to be said that it was a coincidence; the timing was just right.
When Kenji and the others found Uzumaki Sōma's wife and daughter, the mother and daughter had exposed their tracks and were being pursued by a group of ninja of unknown origin.
"Xiaoyi!"
Seeing his daughter about to be besieged by several ninja, Uzumaki Sōma disregarded his injuries and rushed straight out.
"Kenji, your mission is to protect the three of them. Leave these ninja to Dan and me," Tsunade instructed Kenji.
"Mikoto, same for you."
Tsunade and Dan Katō charged toward the group of ninja together. A chaotic battle and slaughter were triggered instantly.
In the chaos, a ninja who appeared to be the leader spoke with a ferocious expression, "Damn Hidden Leaf ninja, do you intend to make enemies of us all?"
"A Jonin?" Tsunade and Dan Katō glanced at each other, quite shocked.
One Jonin, plus seven or eight Chunin, and over a dozen Genin.
This lineup was truly not to be underestimated.
"Who exactly are you people? Why are you targeting the Uzumaki Clan like this?"
"Hmph, I'm not afraid to tell you. The ninja here come from various great nations; we belong to a coalition force. The power of the Uzumaki Clan is too evil and must be eliminated. If the Hidden Leaf dares to openly oppose the great nations, wait to be condemned!"
Tsunade shouted angrily, "Nonsense! The Uzumaki Clan only excels in sealing jutsu. What evil power is there?"
"Tsunade, there's no use reasoning with them. To wipe out the Uzumaki Clan, they will inevitably want to pull up the roots as well. Let's save the people and retreat. Fighting to the death isn't wise."
The ferocious ninja sneered, "You want to save people? Do you think it will be that simple?"
With a wave of his large hand, seven or eight Chunin instantly surrounded Tsunade and Dan Katō.
Although the two were fearless, facing this kind of siege, they couldn't resolve it in a short time.
"The rest of the Genin, kill those three Uzumaki sinners for me."
Immediately, more than ten Genin all rushed toward Uzumaki Sōma and his wife and daughter.
Although Uzumaki Sōma was barely a Chunin, he had been seriously injured before, and his stamina was nearly exhausted.
Facing the attacks of over a dozen Genin, he couldn't support himself alone at all.
In the shadows, Kenji prepared to act.
Although Tsunade asked him to protect Kushina, he wasn't a block of wood; he had to act according to the situation.
However, unexpectedly, someone appeared even calmer than him and spoke first: "It looks like we have to help too. Kutsu, Enta, prepare for battle."
"Right!" Kutsu Nara and Enta Aburame nodded in unison, showing extreme trust in Mikoto Uchiha who was giving orders.
Kenji was surprised. This team was led by Mikoto Uchiha.
Regardless of team synergy or cohesion, they were far superior to him, Dan Uchiha, and Michiko.
As Mikoto Uchiha spoke, she glanced at Kenji and said, "Kenji, Dan, we might not have enough strength. If the situation gets critical, please cover our rear."
Without waiting for Kenji to answer, Mikoto Uchiha, Kutsu Nara, and Enta Aburame rushed out together. Their speed was extremely fast, and their coordination was perfectly synchronized.
"Secret Jutsu: Parasitic Insects!"
Enta Aburame was the first to attack, unleashing the Aburame Clan's insect secret jutsu.
"Ah...?"
A dense, terrifying black cloud of parasitic insects enveloped the area, scaring the group of Genin into immediately giving up their attack on Uzumaki Sōma to guard against Enta Aburame.
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!
Mikoto Uchiha threw three kunai, then charged into the enemy lines alone, choosing close combat.
Don't let her usually fragile appearance fool you; in battle, she was valiant and heroic. Her movements were skilled, and her combat experience was very rich. Fighting fiercely against two Genin, she didn't lose any ground.
Her basic skills were unknown times better than Dan Uchiha's.
"Shadow Imitation Jutsu!"
Kutsu Nara sneaked in the shadows, using the Nara Clan's shadow secret jutsu, and immediately bound one person.
That Genin couldn't move. Before he could even panic, Mikoto Uchiha's kunai slit his throat, killing him on the spot.
"So... so amazing!" Michiko and Dan Uchiha watched the flawless cooperation of the three, their mouths wide open in shock.
"Indeed not bad. But I can't let them look down on me, can I?"
Saying this, Kenji ignored Michiko and Dan Uchiha and leaped out.