Chapter 8

In the Hokage's office, the Fourth and Uchiha Shisui's conversation lasted for over an hour.

After the conversation ended, Uchiha Shisui left the Hokage's office.

Once Uchiha Shisui had left, Minato Namikaze looked at the side where Uzumaki Kado was standing and said, "Kado, do you think Uchiha Shisui will voluntarily join the first squad of the Anbu?"

Uzumaki Kado replied, "From a personal standpoint, there is a possibility, but considering the Uchiha clan behind him and the relationship between the Third and Danzo, this matter is probably not something he can easily decide on his own."

Minato Namikaze sighed lightly, "He bears a lot at such a young age."

Soon, Uzumaki Kado also left, but he left a shadow clone behind and gave the shadow clone a special kunai with unique seals.

Uzumaki Kado quickly removed the disguise of Wolf Fang and headed to the newly rented shop.

The design and renovation of the late-night diner were about to begin.

This was a small goal for Uzumaki Kado as a Konoha gourmet.

In the following days, Uzumaki Kado spent most of his time on the design and renovation of the late-night diner, while the Anbu side was handled by the shadow clone.

Kakashi Hatake, Might Guy, and Kurenai Yuhi, upon learning that Uzumaki Kado was about to open the late-night diner, were very excited, as they could then enjoy Kado's culinary skills every day.

Kurenai Yuhi said, "Master Kado, I want to be your first customer when your shop opens."

Uzumaki Kado smiled and replied, "Sure, little beauty! I'll treat you for free."

Kurenai Yuhi exclaimed in surprise, "Thank you, Master Kado!"

Might Guy stepped forward, "Master Kado, I want a free meal too."

Uzumaki Kado said, "Sure!"

Kakashi Hatake added, "Me too."

Uzumaki Kado replied, "Alright, all three of you will get a free meal."

...

Kakashi Hatake and his team often came to the shop to help.

Uzumaki Kado was not at all stingy and would always prepare some delicious food for the three of them.

The design and renovation of the late-night diner were all done by him personally, and creating a restaurant of his own was a beautiful thing.

Before they knew it, a few days had passed.

That morning, after finishing breakfast, Uzumaki Kado headed straight for the Hokage's office.

Yesterday, he received a message from the Fourth, informing him that the arrangements for Kakashi Hatake, Might Guy, and Kurenai Yuhi to join the first squad of the Anbu were complete. Today, he planned to personally welcome the trio into the first squad of the Anbu.

Soon, Uzumaki Kado arrived at the Hokage's office.

Minato Namikaze was a diligent Hokage and was already busy in the office early in the morning.

Uzumaki Kado walked into the Hokage's office.

Minato Namikaze looked up at Uzumaki Kado and said, "You're here, take a seat first."

Uzumaki Kado nodded.

Minato Namikaze said, "Kakashi and the others should be here soon. I wonder what they will think when they find out that their squad leader is their Master Kado."

Uzumaki Kado replied, "They probably won't notice for now."

Minato Namikaze said, "That's true. Your disguise is so good that even I might not have noticed if I hadn't known beforehand. By the way, here is a list of the latest Anbu candidates. The first squad is still short of members even with the addition of Kakashi and the others. See if there's anyone you want."

Minato Namikaze quickly handed Uzumaki Kado a scroll.

The scroll contained the list of Anbu candidates selected by Konoha's high command.

Uzumaki Kado took the scroll and opened it immediately.

The list of Anbu candidates was quite long, with dozens of names, and each had detailed information.

Uzumaki Kado said, "I'll take this list and study it carefully."

About ten minutes later, a knock was heard at the door.

Soon, three familiar figures entered the Hokage's office.

They were Kakashi Hatake, Might Guy, and Kurenai Yuhi.

The trio immediately greeted the Fourth Hokage upon entering the office.

Minato Namikaze nodded and said, "Let me introduce you to the captain of the first squad of the Anbu, Wolf Fang, who will be your captain from now on."

Might Guy was the quickest to react, saying with a serious face, "Captain, good to meet you!"

Kakashi Hatake and Kurenai Yuhi then greeted Uzumaki Kado as well.

Uzumaki Kado said, "Welcome to the first squad of the Anbu."

Minato Namikaze smiled and said, "You three, work hard under Captain Wolf Fang. The main duty of the Anbu is to protect Konoha. You are all excellent ninja of Konoha, and I have faith in you..."

He had high hopes for the new generation of Konoha ninja.

Soon, Uzumaki Kado left the Hokage's office with Kakashi Hatake and his team.

The group headed to the Anbu base.

Yesterday, he had already informed the first squad members that three new members would be joining today.

Upon arriving at the Anbu base, they quickly met Hyuga Hinata, Akimichi Choji, and others.

Hyuga Hinata and the others had been waiting for a while, curious about the new members.

Kakashi Hatake, Might Guy, and Kurenai Yuhi all put on the Anbu uniform and masks.

After a brief greeting, Uzumaki Kado introduced Hyuga Hinata and the others to Kakashi Hatake and his team, and then had the trio introduce themselves to the group.

Upon hearing Kakashi Hatake's name, Hyuga Hinata and the others showed a hint of surprise. Kakashi Hatake had achieved significant feats during the Third Great Ninja War and was a jonin. Additionally, he was a student of the Fourth Hokage.

After some interaction, everyone became more familiar with each other.

Uzumaki Kado then assigned tasks to Kakashi Hatake and his team and asked Hyuga Hinata and the others to help them, as Kakashi, though previously part of the Anbu, lacked experience, while Might Guy and Kurenai Yuhi were complete novices.

After the assignments, Kakashi Hatake and his team officially joined the first squad of the Anbu.

The trio soon began their first day of work with Hyuga Hinata and the others.

After handing Kakashi Hatake and his team over to Hyuga Hinata and the others, Uzumaki Kado left a shadow clone and slipped away.

He quickly arrived at the shop after removing his disguise.

After several days of effort, the renovation of the late-night diner was taking shape, but more work was needed, so he had to continue his efforts.

At noon, Uzumaki Kado left the shop and headed to Ichiraku Ramen nearby.

He planned to have a bowl of ramen from Uncle Ichiraku.

To be honest, the taste of Ichiraku Ramen was really excellent.

"Today, I'll have a bowl of char siu ramen!"

Before entering the shop, Uzumaki Kado had already decided what to eat.

However, when he walked into Ichiraku Ramen, he showed a slight surprise on his face, as he saw two familiar figures, one big and one small. They both wore dark shirts with the same emblem on the back—a pattern resembling a table tennis racket, red on top and white below.