Chapter 144 - 143: Only a Villain Can Handle a Villain
Tazuna listened to Makoto's words, his entire body drenched in cold sweat. His hands trembled as he stared at the boy in disbelief.
"Y-You're just a child... How can you say something so cold? I'm already suffering so much! can't you have even a little sympathy for me?!"
Makoto shot him a sharp, icy glare. "Shut up."
"Did I give you permission to speak?"
"You lied about the mission details, which means I have every right to kill you. The only reason you're still breathing is because I haven't bothered to do it. So instead of whining, maybe you should be grateful."
Tazuna froze upon hearing his words. His face turned pale, and this time, he really didn't dare to say another word.
Kakashi sighed, scratching the back of his head before turning to Makoto. "Alright, Makoto, what do you suggest we do? Should we cancel the mission and go back to the village, or should we at least escort Tazuna to the Land of Waves before deciding?"
Makoto shook his head. "Do whatever you want! I don't really care. But if this mission is going to continue, then the rank needs to be adjusted properly."
"And more importantly, Tazuna has to pay up."
He crossed his arms. "I'm not doing a B-rank or higher mission while getting paid C-rank wages. Do I look like an idiot? I'm not some naive fool like Naruto who's easy to trick!"
Hearing his words, Naruto jumped up in protest.
"Oi, Makoto! Who are you calling a fool?! I'm not stupid! I'm actually really smart, believe it!"