The scene opens with Ken and Jona, two jōnin shinobi from the Hidden Leaf Village and the Hidden Sand Village, respectively, walking through a forest together. Suddenly, a figure appears before them, cloaked in a dark hooded robe. The two jōnin immediately go on guard, drawing their weapons and preparing for a fight.

But before they can make a move, the figure raises their hand and reveals a small crystal embedded in their palm. With a sudden burst of chakra, the crystal begins to glow and emit a blinding light. Ken and Jona shield their eyes, but it's too late. The light engulfs them both, and when it fades, they are nowhere to be seen.

Cut to the Hidden Rain Village, where we see the assassin meeting with their employer, a shadowy figure sitting in a throne-like chair. The assassin reports that their mission was a success, and the shadowy figure nods in approval.

"Impressive," the figure says. "Your crystal kekkei gekkei is a powerful weapon indeed."

The assassin nods, a sly smile on their face. "I am honored to serve the Hidden Rain Village."

The shadowy figure leans forward, their face still hidden in darkness. "We have more targets for you," they say. "More jōnin from the other villages. And perhaps even higher-profile targets, if you prove yourself capable."

The scene ends with the assassin bowing deeply before the figure, ready to take on their next mission and begin the Assassin Arc.

Tsukasa and his friends were walking through the bustling streets of Konoha, enjoying their day off from training. They joked and laughed with each other, but their light-hearted banter came to a sudden halt when they saw a group of Jōnin hurrying towards Lady Tsunade's office.

"What's going on?" Tsukasa asked, his voice tinged with concern.

"I don't know, but it looks serious," Takashi replied, his brows furrowed with worry.

As they got closer to the Hokage's office, they could hear snippets of conversations from the Jōnin.

"Two Jōnin from the Leaf and Sand are missing."

"They were last seen near the border of the Hidden Rain Village."

"Their disappearance seems suspicious."

Tsukasa and his friends looked at each other, the gravity of the situation sinking in. They knew that as Genin, they were not yet ready for a mission of this magnitude, but they couldn't help but feel the urge to help their fellow Jōnin.

"We have to do something," Reina spoke up, determination etched on her face.

Kobayashi, who had been quiet until now, spoke up. "I agree. Takashi, we have to help them."

Takashi nodded, "Let's go. We'll do what we can to assist."

Tsukasa and the others followed Takashi and Kobayashi towards the Hokage's office, the weight of the situation heavy on their hearts. They knew that their actions could have serious consequences, but they were willing to risk it all to help their fellow shinobi.

As Tsukasa and his friends were watching the sparring match between Sachiko, Kiyoshi, Tsukasa and Tenten, they suddenly heard a loud explosion in the distance. They quickly ran towards the source of the noise, only to find Aoki and Taichi lying dead on the ground, with blood splattered everywhere.

The group was shocked and horrified by the gruesome scene before them. They could tell that it was the same assassin who had killed Ken and Jona, and they knew that they had to take action before more innocent lives were lost.

Just then, the voice that Tsukasa had heard before since the time after defeating Ryoka and her henchwomen spoke to him once again. "You've done well, Tsukasa," she said. "But there is still more danger in this world that needs to be eliminated. I will reveal myself to you after you defeat this new threat."

Tsukasa and his friends were determined to find and defeat this new danger, no matter what the cost. They all knew that the fate of their village and their loved ones depended on their success.

As they were about to leave, they were interrupted by Kiyoshi and Sachiko, two genin from the village who challenged Tsukasa and Tenten to a sparring match. Despite the seriousness of the situation, the group decided to have a little fun and engage in the friendly competition.

However, their match was cut short by the explosion they heard earlier. The group knew that they had to leave and continue their mission to find the assassin and put an end to their killing spree.

As they parted ways, Tsukasa and his friends were left with a sense of urgency and a determination to bring justice to their village. They knew that the road ahead would be long and perilous, but they were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.

-----A COUPLE HOURS LATER-------

The group stood frozen as the assassin stepped forward, his crystal kekkei genkai glowing menacingly. Tsukasa and the others braced themselves for the fight, knowing that their lives were on the line.

The assassin moved with lightning speed, attacking Tsukasa first. The two clashed, their swords ringing out as they fought. Tsukasa was skilled, but the assassin was faster, and he managed to land a few blows before Tsukasa could retaliate.

Takashi stepped in to help, but he was quickly beaten back by the assassin's powerful jutsu. One by one, the others fell, unable to match the assassin's deadly skills.

Sakura tried to heal her friends, but she was quickly overwhelmed by the assassin's attacks. Ino and Karin fought together, using their unique abilities to try and take down the enemy, but they too were no match for the assassin's crystal jutsu.

As the fight wore on, it became clear that the assassin was too powerful for them to defeat. Tsukasa and the others could feel their strength waning, and they knew that they were running out of time.

In a desperate move, Tsukasa gathered his strength and charged at the assassin, sword raised high. The assassin dodged his attack with ease, and with a single blow, he knocked Tsukasa to the ground.

The group lay battered and bruised, unable to move as the assassin stood over them, his victory assured. It was a dark day for the leaf village, and Tsukasa and his friends knew that things were only going to get worse.

The four of them stood before the assassin, who sneered at them. "You think you can defeat me? How amusing," he said, cracking his knuckles.

Tsukasa's eyes flickered red as he activated his Ketsuryūgan, Naruto meditated in order to use his Sage Mode, Sasuke activated his three-tomoe Sharingan, and Takashi channeled his Lightning Release Chakra Mode.

"Let's go!" Naruto shouted, charging forward. Takashi followed closely behind him, while Tsukasa and Sasuke hung back, unleashing a barrage of jutsus.

The assassin was quick and agile, dodging most of their attacks with ease. He landed a powerful hit on Naruto, sending him crashing into a nearby tree. Takashi tried to attack the assassin from behind, but the assassin was one step ahead and timed a hit on Takashi, sending him crashing into the ground.

Tsukasa and Sasuke exchanged a look, nodding to each other in understanding. They charged forward, unleashing a coordinated assault of jutsus. However, the assassin grinned, outsmarting Tsukasa and delivering a powerful kick that sent him spinning into the ground. He then grabbed Sasuke and slammed him, knocking him out as well.

The assassin looked down at the four unconscious shinobi and sneered. "You're all so weak. I thought this would be a challenge," he said, before turning to leave.

Suddenly, a mysterious voice spoke to Tsukasa in his mind. "I will give you some of my power to defeat the assassin," the voice said.

Tsukasa's eyes flickered open as he sat up, looking around to see his friends scattered on the ground around him. He could feel the power surging through his body, the voice's words ringing in his ears.

"We can't let him get away," he said, clenching his fists. Naruto and Takashi groaned as they slowly got to their feet, while Sasuke lay unconscious on the ground.

Tsukasa took a deep breath and channeled the power within him, his eyes glowing bright red as he charged forward to face the assassin once more.

As Tsukasa laid on the ground unconscious, his friends slowly started to wake up around him. They were all in shock at what had just happened and were trying to assess the situation. Takashi rushed to Tsukasa's side, checking for any signs of life. Sakura and Ino were trying to tend to his wounds, but it was clear that the situation was grave.

As they were trying to help Tsukasa, they realized that the assassin had vanished without a trace. They were all confused and scared, not knowing what to do next. Suddenly, the mysterious voice that had been speaking to Tsukasa spoke to them all.

"I have been watching over Tsukasa since he was a child," the voice said. "I have seen his potential and I know that he has what it takes to defeat the assassin. But he will need my help."

Everyone was stunned. They had no idea who this person was, but it was clear that they had a connection to Tsukasa. They listened intently as the voice continued.

"I will give Tsukasa some of my power," the voice said. "With it, he will be able to defeat the assassin and bring peace back to the village. But he must be careful, for my power comes with a great price."

The voice then fell silent, leaving everyone in confusion once again. They had no idea what to make of this situation or what the voice meant by its cryptic message.

Takashi turned to the others, his face serious. "We need to get Tsukasa to Lady Tsunade immediately," he said. "We don't have much time."

Everyone nodded in agreement, and they quickly picked up Tsukasa and made their way to Lady Tsunade's office. They knew that she was the only one who could help Tsukasa now.

As they rushed through the village, they couldn't help but wonder what was going to happen next. The situation had become far more serious than they had ever anticipated, and they knew that they were all in grave danger. But they were determined to do whatever it takes to save their friend and defeat the assassin.

As everyone gathered around Tsukasa's unconscious body, they couldn't help but feel guilty for not being able to protect him. Takashi clenched his fists, feeling the weight of his own failure. "If only I had been stronger, I could have protected him," he muttered to himself. Sakura, Ino, and Karin all put their hands on his shoulders in comfort.

Meanwhile, Tsukasa was battling the mysterious woman in his mind. "Who are you?" he asked, struggling to stay conscious.

"I am someone who has been watching over you since you were a child," the woman replied cryptically. "You have a great power within you, but you are not ready to wield it yet."

Tsukasa gritted his teeth. "I don't understand. Why are you helping me? And why did you allow me to get hurt like this?"

The woman sighed. "I am helping you because you have a destiny that is intertwined with mine. As for your injury, it was necessary for your growth. You must learn to overcome your limitations if you wish to reach your full potential."

Back in the real world, Tsukasa's love interests, Kaida, Koharu, Fū, Tenten, Ino, Sakura, Karin, Temari, Konan, Fujishi, and Ayane, were all worried and sad to see him in such a state. They knew how much he had suffered already, and the thought of losing him was unbearable.

As the scene shifted to Tsukasa waking up in the hospital room, his friends all turned to him, relieved. "Tsukasa, you're awake!" Naruto exclaimed, jumping up from his chair.

Tsukasa weakly smiled at his friends. "Thanks for being here, everyone. I'm sorry for causing you all so much trouble."

Sasuke smirked. "It's not like we had anything better to do," he said sarcastically.

Tsukasa chuckled weakly. "Well, I'm glad you guys are here. I think I have a lot to learn, but with your help, I know I can do it."

The assassin grew bored of following orders and decided to take matters into his own hands. He snuck into the Hidden Rain Village and made his way to the leader's residence. The leader was sitting at his desk, reading through reports when the assassin silently slipped into the room. The leader didn't even have time to react before the assassin plunged his blade into his chest.

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The assassin then proceeded to slaughter most of the people in the village, leaving only a few survivors. He decided that he no longer wanted to work for anyone and that he was better off working on his own. He fled the Hidden Rain Village, leaving behind a trail of blood and destruction.

As he traveled, he plotted his next move, eager to continue his killing spree and prove to himself that he was the most powerful assassin in the land. His thoughts were consumed by his own twisted desires, and he no longer cared about anything or anyone but himself.

Meanwhile, news of the massacre in the Hidden Rain Village spread quickly, and people across the land were shocked and terrified. They knew that they had to be on guard, as the assassin could strike anywhere, at any time. The fear and uncertainty of the situation only fueled the assassin's desire for power, and he knew that he was just getting started.

Tsukasa lay in his hospital bed, looking significantly healthier than the last time his friends had seen him. He smiled weakly as Kaida, Koharu, Fū, Tenten, Ino, Sakura, Karin, Temari, Konan, Fujishi, and Ayane all crowded around him, each holding a different dish and vying for his attention.

"I'm so glad you're feeling better, Tsukasa-kun," Kaida said, holding out a spoonful of rice to him. "I made your favorite dish, don't forget to eat it."

"I made you some tea to help you feel better," Koharu said, handing him a cup.

Fū leaned in closer. "I made you a special soup that'll help you recover even faster."

The girls continued to argue playfully about whose dish would help Tsukasa recover the fastest, but Takashi had walked off with the others, a serious expression on his face. He knew they needed to train harder to protect their friend and prevent something like what happened from happening again.

"Sakura-chan, Ino-chan, let's start a training session to get stronger," Takashi said, turning to the two kunoichi. "We can't let something like this happen again."

Sakura nodded, determination in her eyes. "You're right. Let's get started."

As the group began their training, Tsukasa smiled, feeling grateful to have friends who cared so much for him. He knew that with their support, he would be able to recover quickly and get back to doing what he loved - protecting those who were important to him.

As Tenten, Hinata, and Hanabi entered the hospital room, they saw Tsukasa sitting on his bed, looking much better than before. Anko and Tsunade followed them in, and Tsunade began to speak. "I'm afraid I have some bad news, Tsukasa. The Hidden Rain Village was destroyed by the same assassin you fought before. He killed their leader and most of the people in the village before leaving to work on his own."

Tsukasa's expression turned serious as he listened to Tsunade's words. He knew that they needed to be prepared for any future attacks by the assassin, and he was grateful that his friends were there to support him.

After Tsunade and Anko left, Tenten approached Tsukasa with a plate of food. "I made this for you, Tsukasa. You need to keep your strength up," she said, her cheeks turning slightly pink.

Tsukasa smiled at Tenten's gesture and began to eat the food. As he ate, Hinata and Hanabi sat by his side and promised to protect him no matter what.

Tenten and Tsukasa shared a touching moment, and she leaned in to kiss his cheek before leaving the hospital with Hinata and Hanabi. Tsukasa blushed at the kiss and smiled as he watched them leave.

Feeling grateful for the support of his friends, Tsukasa decided to use his recovery time to train and get stronger. He knew that the assassin was still out there and that they needed to be prepared for his next move.

As the girls were gathered in the hospital room with Tsukasa, they couldn't help but feel a bit jealous when Tenten kissed Tsukasa's cheek before leaving. Kaida tried to play it cool, but inside she was fuming. "Who does she think she is?" she muttered under her breath. Koharu looked at Tsukasa, hoping he would notice her presence more than before. Fū, Ino, Sakura, Karin, Temari, Konan, Fujishi, and Ayane all shared a similar feeling.

Suddenly, Kaida had an idea. "Let's all try to do something special for Tsukasa to make him notice us," she suggested. The other girls looked at each other and nodded in agreement. "What should we do?" asked Koharu. "I don't know," replied Fū, "But we have to do something."

As they brainstormed, the scene panned to the assassin, who had just killed the last of the hidden rain village shinobis. He stood there in the rain, covered in blood. "Pathetic," he muttered to himself. "They were no match for me."

The rain continued to pour down as the scene shifted back to the hospital room. The girls were still discussing what they could do to impress Tsukasa. "I know!" said Karin suddenly. "Let's all cook something for him!" The other girls looked at her in surprise. "That's a great idea!" said Ayane. "But what should we cook?"

As they discussed the details of their plan, the assassin could be seen in the distance, walking away from the destroyed hidden rain village. "I work better alone anyway," he said to himself. "No one can hold me back."

The scene ended with a shot of the rain pouring down on the deserted hidden rain village, a symbol of the destruction and chaos caused by the assassin.

The scene opens up with Kurotsuchi and the other jonin of her village facing off against the assassin. The assassin looks calm and composed, as if he's done this a hundred times before. Kurotsuchi and her team, on the other hand, look nervous and on edge.

The fight begins, and the assassin shows off his incredible skill and speed. He dodges attacks effortlessly and counters with deadly precision. Kurotsuchi and her team try their best to keep up, but they are clearly outmatched.

As the fight goes on, the assassin suddenly stops and says, "I ran into someone who claimed to know you." Kurotsuchi's heart skips a beat as she realizes the assassin is talking about Tsukasa.

"What did you do to him?" she demands, her voice trembling with anger and fear.

The assassin smirks. "I killed him," he says, almost casually.

Kurotsuchi's eyes widen in shock and horror. She can't believe what she's hearing. Tsukasa, the boy she's grown to care for, the boy she's come to see as a valuable member of her village, is dead?

But then, a glimmer of hope. The assassin said he "ran into" Tsukasa. That means he didn't seek him out, he just stumbled upon him. Maybe, just maybe, Tsukasa is still alive.

Kurotsuchi grits her teeth and charges at the assassin, fueled by her anger and determination. The other jonin follow her lead, and together they manage to land a few blows on the assassin.

But it's not enough. The assassin is too strong, too skilled. He quickly regains the upper hand and begins to take out Kurotsuchi's team one by one.

As Kurotsuchi watches her friends fall, she realizes she is the last one standing. She knows she can't win this fight alone, but she refuses to give up. She stands her ground and faces the assassin, determined to protect her village and avenge Tsukasa.

The assassin seems to sense her determination, and he hesitates for a moment. Then, with a cold smile, he says, "You're a tough one. I'll let you live... for now."

And with that, he disappears into the shadows, leaving Kurotsuchi alone with her grief and her determination to find out what really happened to Tsukasa.

The scene ends with Kurotsuchi standing alone, looking out into the night, her eyes filled with tears and her heart heavy with sorrow.

------A Couple Days Later-------

The scene opens with Tsukasa, Takashi, Naruto, and Sasuke standing in a wide open field. They are all wearing their ninja gear and seem to be preparing for a fight.

Tsukasa: Alright, guys, let's do this!

Takashi: (nodding) We need to get stronger if we want to take down the assassin.

Sasuke: (serious look) This won't be an easy fight.

Naruto: (determined) We can do it! Believe it!

The group splits into two teams: Tsukasa and Takashi versus Naruto and Sasuke. The fight begins with Tsukasa charging towards Naruto, while Takashi engages Sasuke.

Tsukasa: (jumping in the air) Take this!

Naruto: (dodging) You're fast, Tsukasa!

Meanwhile, Takashi and Sasuke are exchanging punches and kicks, each trying to get the upper hand.

Takashi: (blocking Sasuke's attack) You're good, but not good enough!

Sasuke: (smirking) You haven't seen anything yet.

The fight continues, with each team landing blows and dodging attacks. The intensity of the battle is palpable, and everyone is putting their all into it.

Tsukasa: (panting) This isn't enough...I need to get stronger!

Naruto: (grinning) That's the spirit, Tsukasa!

The training session lasts for hours, with both teams giving it their all. As the sun begins to set, the group finally calls it quits.

Takashi: (wiping sweat from his forehead) That was intense.

Sasuke: (nodding) We've still got a long way to go.

Naruto: (smiling) But we're getting there, step by step.

Tsukasa: (smiling) Yeah, we'll get him next time.

The group leaves the field, determined to keep training and get stronger. They all know that the fight against the assassin will be tough, but with their combined efforts, they're confident that they can come out on top.

-----After Training for a couple days-----

The sun was shining bright in the leaf village as Takashi ran off to see Kobayashi. Naruto and Sasuke decided to train on their own, while Tsukasa was stopped by Tenten, who asked him to go shopping with her. Tsukasa was a bit surprised but agreed to go with her. As they walked around the village, Sakura, Ino, Karin, Sena, Temari, Konan, Kaida, Koharu, Fū, Ayane, and Fujishi spotted them and decided to take Tsukasa with them individually.

Kaida took him to a ninja weapons store to show him some of the new tools, while Fū took him to a dumpling restaurant. Ayane took him to a quiet park, while Koharu took him to a flower shop to see some rare flowers. Sena took him to an arcade, while Konan took him to an art gallery.

Meanwhile, Kurotsuchi arrived at the leaf village and saw Tsukasa walking with Tenten. She couldn't help but feel jealous and decided to approach them. Kurotsuchi hugged Tsukasa tightly, which made the other girls around him even more jealous. Tsukasa blushed a bit but hugged her back, as he had known her for quite some time.

Kurotsuchi then notified Tsunade about the assassin and asked for her help to save the hidden stone village. Tsunade agreed to help immediately without hesitation. Tsukasa, Tenten, and Kurotsuchi joined Tsunade to go to the hidden stone village.

As they left, the other girls who had been spying on them watched with envy and decided to train harder to impress Tsukasa.

-----Before Leaving with Tsunade & Kurotsuchi-----

As Tayuya was walking down the road, she couldn't stop thinking about Tsukasa. She had developed a crush on him and couldn't shake the feeling that she wanted to be with him. As she turned a corner, she saw a figure walking towards her, and as they got closer, she realized it was the assassin they had been fighting.

Tayuya stopped in her tracks and tried to stay still, hoping that the assassin wouldn't notice her. But as he got closer, he looked directly at her and Tayuya could feel her heart racing. The assassin didn't say anything, but simply walked past her, heading in the opposite direction towards the Hidden Stone Village.

Tayuya let out a sigh of relief as the assassin disappeared from view. She took a few deep breaths to calm herself down before continuing her journey towards the Hidden Leaf Village. She couldn't stop thinking about Tsukasa and how much she wanted to be with him, but she knew that she had to be patient and wait for the right moment.

As Tayuya arrived at the Hidden Leaf Village, she began to search for Tsukasa. She walked through the streets, looking for any sign of him, until she finally saw him in the distance. Tayuya's heart skipped a beat as she approached him, feeling more nervous than she had ever felt before.

But as she got closer, she realized that Tsukasa was with Tenten, shopping for groceries. Tayuya felt a pang of jealousy and disappointment, but she knew that she couldn't let it show. She approached the two of them with a smile on her face, hoping to join them and spend some time with Tsukasa.

"Hey, guys!" Tayuya called out. "Mind if I join you?"

Tenten turned to Tayuya and smiled. "Of course not, Tayuya. We were just about to head back to Tsukasa's place. You can come with us."

Tayuya's heart leapt at the thought of spending time alone with Tsukasa, but she tried to stay calm and composed. She walked with them back to Tsukasa's house, feeling a mix of excitement and nerves as she thought about finally getting to spend some time alone with him.

----AFTER LEAVING----

As Tsukasa and his friends arrived at the hidden stone village, the assassin Kazutora revealed himself, standing tall in front of them with his weapon drawn. "Finally, you have arrived, Tsukasa. I've been waiting for this moment," Kazutora spoke with a dark tone, his eyes glowing with malice.

Tsukasa and his friends immediately went into their fighting stances, ready to take on Kazutora. "Who are you, and what do you want with Tsukasa?" Sakura demanded, her fists clenched tightly.

"I am Kazutora, a member of a rogue group from the Hidden Star Village. I've been sent here by the Akatsuki to capture Tsukasa," Kazutora responded with a smirk.

"Capture me? What does the Akatsuki want with me?" Tsukasa asked, confusion etched on his face.

"That's not your concern. All you need to know is that you're coming with me, whether you like it or not," Kazutora growled, charging towards Tsukasa with his weapon.

The fight was intense, with Kazutora being a skilled and ruthless opponent. However, Tsukasa and his friends were determined to protect their friend and defeat Kazutora. Kaida used her lightning jutsu to electrocute Kazutora, while Koharu used her earth jutsu to create a barrier around them. Fū and Ayane used their speed to dodge Kazutora's attacks, while Konan used her paper jutsu to create powerful weapons.

Tenten used her expertise with weapons to deflect Kazutora's strikes, while Ino and Karin used their mind jutsu to confuse Kazutora and disrupt his movements. Temari used her wind jutsu to create powerful gusts of air, and Fujishi used her water jutsu to create ice barriers.

Despite their best efforts, Kazutora was proving to be a tough opponent. However, Tsukasa refused to back down and continued to fight with all his might. With a powerful punch, Tsukasa managed to knock Kazutora off balance, and his friends took the opportunity to launch their final attack.

Together, they used their strongest jutsu to defeat Kazutora once and for all. With a loud boom, Kazutora was defeated, lying unconscious on the ground.

Tsukasa and his friends breathed a sigh of relief, the battle finally over. "Are you alright, Tsukasa?" Takashi asked, checking on his friend.

Tsukasa nodded, a smile on his face. "Thanks to all of you, I'm fine. I couldn't have done it without your help," he said, grateful to his friends.

The group then turned their attention to the hidden stone village, where they could see the villagers thanking them for their bravery. "We did it! We saved the village!" Sena cheered, jumping up and down with excitement.

Tsukasa smiled, feeling proud of what they had accomplished. "Let's go home, everyone. We deserve a break," he said, and his friends nodded in agreement.

Together, they walked back to the hidden leaf village, ready for some much-needed rest and relaxation after the intense battle.

Tsukasa and his friends stood in shock as they watched Kazutora's curse mark activate, causing him to writhe in pain. They all backed away from him, unsure of what to do.

"Who sent you?!" Tsukasa demanded, trying to get an answer before it was too late.

Kazutora gasped for breath, his body shaking violently as the curse mark continued to spread. "It...it was...," he choked out, before suddenly collapsing to the ground, lifeless.

Tsukasa and his friends stood in silence, staring at Kazutora's lifeless body. The weight of what had just happened was heavy on their hearts. They knew that they would never get the answers they were seeking.

"We need to report this to the Hokage," Tsukasa finally said, breaking the silence. "And we need to make sure that this never happens again."

The group nodded in agreement, their determination renewed to protect their villages and loved ones.

As they left the Hidden Stone Village, they were somber, their thoughts consumed by the events that had just transpired. They knew that they had to stay vigilant and prepared for whatever threats may come their way in the future.

-------AFTER THE DEFEAT OF THE ASSASSIN-------

As the group returned to the Hidden Leaf Village, Takashi couldn't resist making his usual pervy comments towards the girls. The other male members of the group shook their heads in disapproval while the girls gave Takashi a well-deserved smack on the head.

Tsunade thanked Tsukasa and his friends for their hard work and handed them their paychecks. As the group dispersed, Hinata, Hanabi, and Tsukasa decided to spend some time training together. They worked on improving their combat skills and teamwork, pushing each other to become stronger.

As they trained, they shared stories and laughs, with Hanabi and Hinata treating Tsukasa like a brother. The training was intense, but they all enjoyed the bonding experience.

Meanwhile, the rest of the group went their separate ways, with some continuing to train while others simply relaxed. They were all proud of their victory over the assassin and grateful for the opportunity to work together.

As the day drew to a close, the group reconvened and reminisced about their experiences. They shared heartfelt thanks to each other for their contributions to the mission and acknowledged how much they had grown together.

The day ended with the group sharing a meal together, laughing and joking around. While there were serious moments throughout their journey, they all knew that it was the bonds they had formed that made the experience truly memorable.

-----END OF ARC-----