Chapter 149: I Also Want to Perform Merits for the Village
"Not at all, you're also very amazing," Hinata said quickly.
"But speaking of which, Hinata, you really are getting stronger and stronger. Among us, I'm afraid only you can compare with Neji, right?" Tenten continued.
Hearing this, Hinata couldn't help but think of her past of diligent cultivation.
Those days where sweat and tears were intertwined, and those times fighting side by side with Neji, all seemed to be right before her eyes.
She knew that her achievements today were inseparable from those days and nights of effort and persistence.
At this time, Uzumaki Naruto was still tied to a pillar, and the Shadow Clones were sitting in a circle around a campfire, discussing what to do next.
Just then, a mysterious figure quietly approached them.
"Are you those Shadow Clones?" the mysterious figure asked.
"Who are you?!" the Shadow Clones asked, looking at him warily.
"I am Uzumaki Naruto!" the mysterious figure said loudly. "I have come specifically to rescue you!"
"What?! You're also Uzumaki Naruto?!" the Shadow Clones shouted in surprise.
"That's right, I am the real Uzumaki Naruto!" the mysterious figure continued. "Those Guys who were tied up are just my imposters!"
"Is... is this true?!" The Shadow Clones could hardly believe their ears.
"Of course it's true!" As the mysterious figure spoke, he began to rescue the tied-up Shadow Clones.
"Great! We're finally saved!" the rescued Shadow Clones cheered.
However, just then, another group of mysterious figures quietly approached them.
"You Guys, you Guys, how dare you gather and cause trouble here?!" that group of mysterious figures shouted loudly. "We are Officials of Konoha Village; you have been surrounded!"
"What?! Officials?!" the Shadow Clones shouted in terror.
"Surrender now! Otherwise, we won't be polite!" the Officials continued.
"Wait!" At this time, the mysterious figure who had previously claimed to be "Uzumaki Naruto" stepped forward. "These Officials are also imposters! They are in league with those Guys who were tied up!"
"What?!" The Shadow Clones fell into chaos once again.
They didn't know who to believe or what to do.
Meanwhile, in Konoha Village, the rumor of "Thief Uzumaki Naruto" had already spread far and wide.
Many people began to believe this rumor, thinking that there really was a thief named "Uzumaki Naruto" committing crimes everywhere.
However, this rumor left the two masterminds of the imposter incident in a helpless dead end.
They had originally wanted to use this rumor to create chaos, but they didn't expect it to land them in trouble instead.
"Clearly it was us pretending, so why did things turn out like this?" one of the masterminds asked, puzzled.
"The situation has already spun out of control; we must find a way to resolve it as soon as possible," the other mastermind said anxiously.
However, they were now at their wits' end.
Their original plan had completely failed, and the current situation was no longer something they could control.
Meanwhile, in Konohagakure, the clouds of war had already shrouded everyone's hearts.
Konohamaru stood at the Village entrance, looking at those busy figures, his heart filled with fighting spirit.
"I also want to perform merits for the Village!" Konohamaru vowed secretly.
He turned and walked toward the Hokage Residence, wanting to find Sakura, Nara Shikamaru, and the others to ask them for ways to earn merit.
"Senior Sakura, Senior Nara Shikamaru, what can I do for the Village?" Konohamaru asked.
"Konohamaru, you're still young; there's no need to rush onto the battlefield," Sakura comforted him with a smile.
"Yeah, you still have plenty of time to grow," Nara Shikamaru chimed in.
However, Konohamaru was not satisfied with such an answer.
He knew he was no longer that little child; he had the ability to contribute to the Village.
So, Konohamaru made a decision.
"Since you won't let me go to the battlefield, I'll find opportunities myself!" Konohamaru resolved in his heart.
He turned and left the Hokage Residence, beginning to search for opportunities all over the Village.
Konohamaru knew that the Village was currently in a state of war and there were many things that needed to be handled.
He believed that as long as he worked hard to search, he would definitely be able to find an opportunity to perform merits for the Village.
However, what Konohamaru didn't know was that this decision of his would plunge him into an unprecedented crisis.
This crisis would not only test his strength and wisdom but also his courage and determination.
But no matter how many difficulties and dangers lay ahead, Konohamaru would not give up.
He wanted to use his actions to prove that he had become a true Ninja, capable of making the contribution he should for the Village.
In Konohagakure, the clouds of war grew thicker and thicker, and everyone in Konoha felt that tense atmosphere.
Unlike other ordinary villagers, Konohamaru not only felt the threat of war but also had a strong sense of responsibility and mission.
Because he knew that as a Ninja, he had an obligation to protect the peace and safety of the Village.
That day, Konohamaru was patrolling the Village entrance as usual.
Suddenly, he noticed a figure in the distance walking toward the Village.
The person was dressed in black with a masked face, looking like a thief.
Konohamaru immediately stood up alertly and walked toward the person... "Halt! Who are you?" Konohamaru shouted loudly.
The person didn't answer, only quickening their pace in an attempt to escape.
Seeing this, Konohamaru immediately gave chase.
After a fierce battle, Konohamaru successfully subdued the person and removed his mask.
To Konohamaru's surprise, this person turned out to be a villager from the Village.
"Why would you become a thief?" Konohamaru asked, puzzled.
The man lowered his head and remained silent for a while before speaking: "I... I just wanted to find some money... I owe a lot of debt..."
Konohamaru fell silent for a moment upon hearing this: "I can help you solve your debt problem, but you must tell me the truth."
The man hesitated for a while, but eventually told him the truth.
It turned out he was being coerced by a power called "Gale."
The "Gale" power threatened to destroy his Village unless he could hand over some precious supplies and money.
Helpless, he could only resort to stealing everywhere, hoping to scrape together enough money to save the Village.
After listening, Konohamaru was silent for a moment: "I can help you resolve this crisis, but you must come back with me to accept punishment."
The man was overjoyed at the news: "As long as you can help me resolve this crisis, I am willing to accept any punishment!"
So, Konohamaru took him back to the Village and told the Hokage about the matter.
After hearing it, the Hokage decided to dispatch a squad to investigate this "Gale" power.
And Konohamaru successfully became a member of this squad, beginning his adventure.
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