Chapter 52 - Reporting to Onoki (1/2)

I gotta admit that birds are fast, especially giant eagles. It didn't even take 2 days for us to arrive in front of Iwagakure's gate. Talk about the speed!!

Along the way, we didn't meet any obstructions as we were very high up over the sky. Even if Konoha or Ame shinobi found us, what could they possibly do except lookup like a bunch of idiots? Heheheh.

Nagato and his little friends became very close to my squad while I was gone to complete the quest. Luckily, they still haven't found out a Hizashi's body. My squad has done a pretty good job on that.

Hiazhashi was knocked out by Gari instantly in an unconscious state every time he showed signs of waking up. Now, I am a bit astounded that Deidara managed to knock out Gaara for several days entirely.

Everyone was excited to see Iwagakure. My squad was all looked happy that they survived while Nagato and his little friends were excited to see their new home. Gari looked a bit guilty though, I was sure it was because of Tonja's sacrifice.

While everyone is cheering on Boss's back, I sat quietly at the tail and contemplated how to explain all the impossible odds we went through to Onoki. I needed to make some excuses to hide System's existence.

”Boss, just land here. We will walk to Iwagakure from now.” I spoke to Boss Eagle.

He listened to me and landed near Iwagakure.

”Well, kid. I will be going now. I am sure other Eagles will be happy when they hear we got a very smart summoner, haha. If you have any trouble, then don't hesitate to summon us. Bye!” Boss Eagle spoke.

I farewelled Boss Eagle with a smile. I don't know if Boss Eagle is dumb or smart but not educated. However, throughout the flight, he obediently listened to my request every time without complaining. He is fast, looks tough, and listen to me good. So for me, he is better than Toad or Snake summons.

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(Tsuchikage office)

Onoki had a lot of things going on his head that he got a headache every day.

Firstly, the casual mission he gave to Genji and his squad to test his son's ability, turned out to be an S-rank mission. Onoki got a report that Konoha suffered heavy casualties by Genji's squad.

Secondly, the spy whose Genji and his squad suppose to protect has been found dead near the Iwa-Konoha border. The cause of death was a suicide bomb. But there was no news of Genji's group's whereabouts at all. This made Onoki worried about Kitsuchi's safety.

Thirdly, he got the report of Hiruzen is dead, presumed killed by Mito accidentally. Onoki didn't believe this shit, not even a single second. But it is interesting why Mito attacked Hiruzen.

Fourthly, Amegakure is showing signs of invading Konoha and soon expected to send someone to form an alliance with Iwagakure.

Finally, the 5-tailed beast has resurrected and Onoki has to worry about sealing operation.

Just as Onoki was thinking about these 5 main queries, a ROCK member appeared in front of Onoki.

”Tsuchikage-sama! Genji and his squad have arrived in front of Iwagakure's front gate just now, along with three little unknown kids and unconscious Hyuga.”

The news of Genji's squad returned, made Onoki quickly turn his head to ROCK member, and ask him questions.

”They finally appeared! But do you know how did they come here? How come I didn't know they were in Iwa's land until they appeared now?”

”Apparently, Genji attained the Eagle summon by fortune during his mission and used it to fly all the way to here.”

”Eagle Summon? Are they real Genji's squad, not fake ones?”

”They are real, sir. We have thoroughly checked their identity. They are currently coming here to report. Also, Kitsuchi-sama is safe and sound.” ROCK member answered Onoki diligently.

”Alright, bring them to my office quickly!” Onoki ordered.

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My squad and me, who was carrying wrapped around Hyuga entered to Onoki's office.

We greeted Onoki who sat on the chair, looking imposing.

”Greetings, Tsuchikage-sama. My squad and I have returned to Iwagakure.”

”Brats, you brats finally arrived. I thought you won't make it.

But I am very happy and proud that you guys managed to shake off Konoha's chase and arrived here safely. Very good, very good! Hahaha.”

”Please don't praise us, Tsuchikage-sama. We couldn't even fulfill our mission. We are not worthy of your praising. By the way, does Tsuchikage-sama knows about Tonja's situation?” Gari asked Onoki.

”It turned out to be an S-rank mission. So I will forgive mission abandonment. Just making alive here deserve praise.

Unfortunately, we found Tonja's corpse near the Iwa-Konoha border route where you guys are supposed to take. It seems he suicide bombed himself.

Don't feel guilt too much, I am the main fault for this. I should have better ȧssessed the mission before giving you guys. So tell me everything happened now.” Onoki ordered.

”It all happened after we saw Tonja bla bla bla bla bla bla...”

We talked about all the things that happened to us to Onoki. Onoki mostly looked impressed by us how we killed Dan and Nawaki (accidentally), taking Hyuga and bringing Sharingan and Byakugan.