Naruto: Starting as the Third Hokage with Tears in His Eyes

Chapter 300 Ino-Shika-Cho's Farm Internship

The next morning, the sunlight, carrying a lingering chill, lazily spilled onto the ninja academy's training grounds.

A series of clanging sounds drifted from afar, full of a vibrant rhythm.

The atmosphere in the classroom was somewhat subtle.

"So, our internship assignment is...to go to a farm?"

Yamanaka Inoichi blinked his light blue eyes, his tone filled with uncertainty.

On the table in front of him was a newly issued internship assignment sheet.

"That's right, Konoha Ecological Farm."

Nara Shikaku yawned, resting his chin on his hand, looking like he hadn't woken up yet. His long eyelashes drooped, concealing the weariness in his eyes. "A special internship lasting a week."

"farm!"

Choza Akimichi's eyes lit up instantly. He subconsciously patted his round belly, his voice full of anticipation, "I heard there are new varieties of vegetables there!"

"Is that the main point?"

Haiyi looked at his companion with a hint of helplessness.

"Otherwise what?" Ding asked confidently.

Shikaku didn't even bother to lift his eyelids, only letting out a soft hum through his nose.

"This is... such a hassle."

This phrase has almost become his catchphrase.

The thought of doing farm work under the scorching sun made him feel lethargic.

Muye Ecological Farm.

When the trio actually set foot on this land, they were still slightly shocked by the scene before them.

This place was nothing like the muddy, messy countryside they had imagined.

A wide, flat stone road runs through the entire farm, with neatly planned field ridges on both sides, and lush green crops stretching into the distance.

Further away, a huge, semi-transparent barrier, emitting a faint chakra fluctuation, enveloped an area. Sunlight shone through the barrier, forming a hazy halo inside. That was the legendary Constant Temperature Barrier Farm.

The air was filled with the fragrance of earth and plants, and occasionally the barking of the Inuzuka clan's ninja dogs could be heard as they tirelessly drove the sheep.

Everything here is orderly and full of life.

A tall, upright figure stood by the edge of the field, dressed in simple work clothes with the sleeves rolled up high, revealing his strong forearms. His short, silver-white hair stood out strikingly in the morning light.

It was none other than Konoha's White Fang, now the farm manager, Hatake Sakumo.

He wasn't carrying the famous short sword that was renowned throughout the ninja world; instead, he was holding a booklet filled with densely written notes.

As the three approached, Sakumo raised his head. His usually stern face was unusually calm at this moment.

"You are today's interns: Yamanaka Inoichi, Nara Shikaku, and Akimichi Choza."

His voice was calm, yet it possessed an undeniable aura.

"Yes, Lord Sakumo!" Inoichi and Choza immediately stood up straight and answered respectfully.

Only Shikaku remained listless, merely nodding slightly.

Sakumo's gaze swept over the three of them, finally settling on Shikaku, but he said nothing.

"Come with me."

He turned around and led the three of them deeper into the farm.

After crossing a cornfield and bypassing a huge pigsty, they arrived at a secluded area. Here, a simulated desert environment had been created using rocks and sand, surrounded by special fences to prevent climbing.