Kakashi Hatake replayed the scene in his mind.
‘That speed…
could I have done that?’
Was it prediction, or just pure instinct and reaction speed?
Either way, it proved Asahi was no slouch in combat…
Kakashi’s curiosity burned brighter.
He had lost in written tests and weapon throwing, but he absolutely could not lose here!
His father said he was a once-in-a-generation genius.
He wouldn’t let him down!!
Might Guy swung his fists a few times and turned to Kakashi excitedly.
“Hahaha!
As expected of one of my worthy rivals!
Asahi truly is a genius!
But I will surpass you both, Kakashi!”
To him, both Kakashi and Asahi were goals to aim for.
He would prove that with enough effort, even geniuses could be overtaken!
Kakashi looked at him flatly.
“Sure, keep trying.
Oh, and Asahi’s exercise books really help with grades, so you should study more…”
Indeed, the other rival Guy had his eyes on was Asahi…
“…” At the mention of ‘studying drills’, Guy’s expression froze.
He couldn’t even maintain his passionate pose.
Fine.
He admitted it.
Sometimes hard work just isn’t enough.
Like with those damn books.
No matter how hard he tried, it just didn’t click.
He simply didn’t understand…
Over here, seeing Asahi return, Kurenai looked even more excited than he was.
Her cheeks were flushed red with thrill, looking absolutely adorable.
“Asahi, you’re so amazing!!”
As she spoke, she grabbed Asahi’s hand, almost declaring to the other girls that he was her brother and she wasn’t going to share him with anyone…
It worked perfectly.
Quite a few girls felt a pang of jealousy seeing her actions.
But then they remembered…
Kurenai was his sister.
Well, that was understandable.
As long as it wasn’t some other girl, it was fine!
Asahi ruffled her hair affectionately and waved his hand modestly.
“Keep it down, keep it down.
Just normal performance.
You know how strong I am…”
“Mhm!
Mhm!” Kurenai nodded obediently.
Seeing this scene, the girls who had just calmed down started feeling jealous again.
They wanted Asahi to pat their heads too!
They were so envious of Kurenai!!
Wait…
hold on.
Some of the girls suddenly remembered something.
He wasn’t listed as Yūhi…
Did that mean they weren’t related by blood?!
Oh no!
He’s right there under the same roof, he’s definitely going to get there first!!
“Damn it, don’t get too cocky!” Asuma Sarutobi was also fuming.
He had confirmed it with his father—Asahi…
wasn’t actually Kurenai’s blood brother.
He wondered what Kurenai thought about it…
maybe she…
Oh no!
He’s right there under the same roof, he’s definitely going to get there first!!
…
The matches continued one after another.
Perhaps it was fate, or perhaps just pure luck.
Kakashi Hatake was paired against Might Guy.
After a short bout, Kakashi won easily, as expected.
Obito Uchiha faced Asuma Sarutobi.
Naturally, Obito, usually at the bottom of the class, was no match for Asuma who received elite education, and he lost quickly.
Kurenai Yūhi fought against Rin Nohara.
Asahi watched the battle between the two little girls with interest.
In the end, Kurenai, who was trying her hardest to keep up with Asahi, won.
With a genius brother like Asahi pushing her, Kurenai worked incredibly hard.
Most people her age really weren’t her match.
Later, familiar faces like Genma Shiranui and Ebisu stepped up, as well as members of the Hyūga, Yamanaka, Nara, and Akimichi clans.
Wins and losses were split fairly evenly.
Since this was just basic taijutsu practice, no one used ninjutsu, which made it look a little simple…
That was normal.
Usually, full-scale combat training involving weapons and ninjutsu was only conducted for older students and always under strict supervision.
It was dangerous.
Getting hurt was common, but one mistake could even lead to death.
That wasn’t something first-year students should be doing.
Even the basic “Three Jutsu”—Clone, Substitute, and Transformation—wouldn’t be taught until next semester…
And yet, even those simple techniques were enough to hold back many students.
Those with less talent might not master them even by the time they were in the sixth grade.
Being able to use them proficiently was actually the graduation requirement for the Academy…
Soon.
The first round was over.
Teacher Oda comforted the losers, telling them not to lose heart, and reminded the winners not to get arrogant.
He was a good teacher, very responsible!
“Next, we begin the second round!
Those whose numbers are called, step forward!”
The second round began.
Teacher Oda looked at the new numbers drawn and announced loudly:
“Number Thirty-Six, Number Twenty-Five!”
Called out once again, Asahi looked at his opponent and couldn’t help questioning the system in his mind.
How am I getting quest targets twice in a row?!’
Number Twenty-Five was none other than Asuma Sarutobi!
Once could be a coincidence, but twice?
That was pushing it!
[Ding!
This System exists solely to help the Host achieve the title of Spirit King.
It possesses no other functions.
Please do not overthink!]
“…”
Asahi didn’t believe it for a second.
Sure, and Kouwei says he doesn’t know martial arts either!
Still, he didn’t dwell on it.
Living in the information age, he knew weird coincidences happened.
He had heard stories of people winning the lottery twice in two days!
Winning ten million dollars—money a normal person couldn’t earn in a lifetime!
Having connections meant you were lucky, right?
So what if he met two quest targets?
It was totally reasonable!
Asahi decided to trust the system.
Kouwei really didn’t know martial arts, and the system definitely didn’t cheat…
“Hey!
Form the Opposition Seal already!
What are you staring at?”
On the field, Asuma was getting annoyed by Asahi’s behavior.
He was just standing there looking at him without saying a word.
What was that supposed to mean?
So what if you’re strong?
You don’t have to look down on me like that!
Damn it, he was fired up.
Old grudges plus new ones—he really wanted to knock Asahi flat on his face!
Hearing Asuma’s voice, Asahi snapped back to reality and formed the seal.
“Ah, sorry sorry!
Actually…
I was just so intimidated by your aura that I froze up for a second.
Do you believe me?”
Asuma Sarutobi: “…”
Are you kidding me?!
He was six years old, not three!
Asahi was infuriating!
“Take this punch!!”
No more talking.
Asuma decided to let his fists do the talking.
He pushed off the ground and charged straight at Asahi!
“Hahaha!
Come at me!” Asahi laughed loudly, acting as if he was facing a legendary master.
Full of fighting spirit, he charged forward to meet him…
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