Sunny and cheerful Konoha Genin

"Phew! We're finally here!"

When Kimimaro, who was walking at the end, also stepped onto the solid ground, Yahiko let out a sigh.

The vast desert and the dry and high temperature environment are really unbearable.

Although the scenery is indeed beautiful, after seeing it for a long time, you will feel that it is nothing special, and instead you will feel a kind of uncertain fear in your heart.

If it were an ordinary caravan traveling in such an environment, all kinds of conflicts and conspiracies would probably unconsciously breed in their hearts.

fine……

Yahiko glanced at the two figures in front of him with some relief.

The carefree Jiraiya, and the relaxed and casual Ito Toru.

Wherever these two people are, there is always a strong sense of security.

"Okay, now that we're out, you all need to change into your desert clothes."

Scorpio has now completely turned into tour guide mode, giving thoughtful reminders to everyone.

And because the Scorpion tour guide successfully led everyone out of the desert, the slight doubts we had about him naturally disappeared.

The atmosphere in the team became more relaxed, and everyone followed Scorpion's instructions and began to unload their excessive burdens.

"Phew - I feel much more relaxed now!"

Xiaonan stretched out his body and his expression became relaxed.

Returning to a familiar environment made her feel much more secure.

"..."

Kimimaro was still thinking, has this really been considered as completing the task assigned by Lord Orochimaru?

At the same time, he was also reflecting on the battle process with Scorpion. He still lacked some combat experience. If Nagato had not taken action, he would have suffered a great loss!

When I get back, I have to find a way to become stronger...

“Phew—it was such a close call! Hahahahaha!”

Jiraiya was the happiest one among all.

This time he was under a lot of pressure.

Because he was bringing his students, subordinates, juniors, and a new friend he was not familiar with who had little fighting power.

And the enemy you have to face is a Kage-level strongman!

He was even mentally prepared for casualties.

However, I didn't expect that I would complete this mission in such an unexpected way...

Moreover, if this is the case...

Perhaps Sand Village will experience a period of disorder, but it also means that the end of the war is not far away.

Because of the disappearance of the Kage-level strongman, the Sand Village will inevitably feel extremely guilty.

The war can no longer be fought!

"It feels like this time I came back much faster than before!" Yahiko exclaimed, feeling extremely surprised.

Because when everyone crossed the desert before, it took them several days to finally get out of this endless sand.

However, this time the speed was incredibly fast.

Thanks to the Scorpion tour guide!

The Scorpion tour guide just quietly checked the cargo and supplies on the camels, and helped to tie some loose parts tighter. He looked very professional.

"Well done, Scorpio."

Toru Ito was generous with his praise.

“It’s just basic operation.”

Scorpion did not stop what he was doing while answering.

"By the way, what exactly does Akatsuki do?"

"Uh... Yahiko, come over here and explain."

Toru Ito felt that what he said was a bit too childish, so he summoned Akatsuki's chief preacher Yahiko to come and preach.

"Ah? Here it comes!"

Yahiko had just changed his clothes when he heard Ito Toru calling him and immediately ran over.

"What's the explanation?"

He blinked.

"Scorpion wants to know the purpose of Akatsuki."

"Ah, this..."

Yahiko thought for a moment: "The original purpose was to fight for the peace of the Rain Country, but now, my thoughts may have changed a little..."

"please say."

When Scorpion heard the word "peace", his expression paused slightly and he was a little surprised.

If someone else talked to Scorpio like this, he would definitely sneer at them.

However, when Yahiko put it this way, it was very convincing.

Because this young man has a strong sense of affinity, is non-aggressive, and has a very reliable and upright temperament that makes people want to trust him.

It’s another feeling with Toru Ito.

"The purpose of Akatsuki is to bring peace to the entire ninja world!"

Yahiko said this with a serious look and a firm tone.

At this moment, the strong winds from the desert are intertwined with the breezes from the fresh grass among the trees.

The dim sunset light is just like Yahiko's orange hair.

The young man's firm words contained a desire and determination that was stronger than gold. There was no need to question it. Everyone who heard it could feel his awareness.

Scorpion stood there, lowering his head slightly.

"...How naive and stupid."

He thought of the dark room, the cold night, the puppet standing motionless in the corner, and the bad news coming from far away.

“But I don’t hate it.”

"Haha! You won't be disappointed!"

Yahiko clenched his fists, his eyes filled with power.

"We will eventually be like the dawn, ending this darkness!"

"I see... Is this the origin of the name Akatsuki? If so, then I will join you."

Scorpion nodded slightly:

"If you've almost packed up, let's get ready to go. I don't know this forest as well as you do."

"The rest is up to you."

"no problem!"

Yahiko gave a thumbs up, then turned to look at Ito Toru: "Ito brother, what should we do next?"

"..."

The corner of Scorpion's mouth twitched slightly.

It seems that I, the leader, am a little unreliable?

But it doesn't matter. He wouldn't like a leader who is too strong.

Yahiko's personality is just right.

"The next words..."

Before Ito Toru finished his words, he suddenly looked up in the direction of the woods.

"Someone's coming over there."

"It's a ninja."

? !

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately became alert.

"That's not good. We have camels following us. If a fight really breaks out..."

Jiraiya was a little distressed: "How about throwing away these supplies?"

"no!"

"Absolutely not!"

Toru Ito and Sasori spoke at the same time, then looked at each other, both feeling like they had met a close friend.

"These cost a lot of money!" Ito Toru said with a distressed look on his face: "It would be a shame to throw them away."

"These supplies will allow us to live without worries for a long time! If you don't want them, you can give them all to me!"

Scorpion refused to give in and took out a scroll.

Bang!

He summoned an ordinary puppet.

"I'll go and try to negotiate with them. Most of them are Sand Ninjas. They might retreat when they see my puppetry technique."

Swish-!

Scorpion controlled the puppet and flew into the woods.

But in the next moment.

"boom!"

Accompanied by the sound of a powerful punch.

"Wow!"

The sound of puppets falling apart, along with angry curses, came from the forest.

"Where did this thief come from! He actually stole our Sand Village's puppetry technique!"

"How dare you show off your skills in front of us!"

"You are dead!"

As these voices were heard, guide Scorpion's face turned visibly red under everyone's gaze.

He is red and warm!