NARUTO: EXPOSED BY THE QUESTION AND ANSWER SYSTEM

The Second Question and Answer: Revealing Naruto's Life Experience (Seeking Flowers!)

Seeing Kakashi chasing after him, Naruto couldn't help but grin. He dashed ahead, zigzagging through the training grounds before bursting onto the bustling streets of Konoha.

"Hey, isn't that Kakashi? Who's he after?"

A group of shinobi, in the middle of their shopping, paused as they spotted the familiar silver-haired Jonin sprinting down the street. One of them nudged the ninja beside him.

"Oh, that's Naruto," the other replied after a quick glance. "He's one of Kakashi's students. No idea what he did this time, but it looks like Kakashi's really after him."

"Should we… help?" the first ninja asked, scratching his head as he watched the odd chase unfold.

The second ninja smirked. "Nah. Whatever it is, Naruto probably deserves it."

They chuckled before turning back to their shopping, leaving the scene to play out.

"Help me… haven't you noticed? That black mark around Kakashi's right eye?"

Hearing the ninja's words, the others turned their attention to Kakashi and took a closer look.

"Wait… there really is something there!"

"Ah… what happened to Kakashi's eye? Who hit him?"

"No way, who could even land a hit on him?"

"Do you think one of his students did it?"

"Impossible. They're still just kids. Could they really overpower Kakashi?"

"Well… it's not entirely impossible. Kakashi became a Jōnin when he was twelve, right?"

"Hmm… maybe one of them actually managed to hit him? Otherwise, why would Kakashi be chasing them down?"

Hearing the whispers around him, Kakashi felt a little embarrassed. He suddenly shouted at Kaito, who was still running ahead:

"Stop running! If you come back now, I'll consider you qualified!"

Seeing that Kakashi wasn't chasing after him, Kaito hesitated for a moment. After thinking it over, he figured Kakashi wouldn't trick him, so he finally stopped.

"Kakashi-sensei, are you serious?"

Seeing Kaito's doubt, Kakashi nodded.

"I swear! More real than pearls! Now come back already!"

With Kakashi's reassurance, Kaito turned around and walked back toward him.

True to his word, Kakashi didn't do anything to him. Once they returned to the training ground, Kakashi simply stated:

"Alright, you pass!"

Looking at the bell thrown by Kakashi, Kaito was momentarily taken aback. He then grabbed it, found a spot to sit down, and began observing the test.

The bell test played out similarly to the original. Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura struggled against Kakashi's overwhelming skill. At first, they fought individually and were easily outmaneuvered. Naruto fell for Kakashi's Thousand Years of Death, Sasuke was countered despite his promising talent, and Sakura was tricked by an illusion. However, after some adjustments—mostly due to Sakura pointing out their lack of teamwork—the three finally coordinated their efforts. Recognizing their teamwork, Kakashi decided to pass them.

"Sensei, since we passed the assessment, don't you think we deserve a reward?" Kaito asked, approaching Kakashi.

Kakashi sighed, closing his book. "Reward? You punched me during training. Shouldn't we talk about that first?"

Kaito grinned, covering his mouth to stifle his laughter. "Come on, Kakashi-sensei. Injuries are just part of the job, aren't they?"

Kakashi rubbed the back of his head and, realizing he couldn't win the argument, finally relented. "Fine. Let's go eat some barbecue. My treat."

The week passed in the blink of an eye, and soon, the second live Q&A session was announced. Unlike the initial panic from last time, the shinobi world was now eagerly anticipating the event.

[Third Raikage]: Finally! This time, I'll get the answer right!

[Fourth Kazekage]: With that brain of yours? Don't get your hopes up.

[Fifth Mizukage, Terumi Mei]: Oh my, little brother, leave the thinking to your elders. I'm here again!

[Tsunade]: Shameless woman!

[Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki]: Cough Tsunade, why are you getting so worked up?

[Tsunade]: Shorty, who are you calling "worked up"?

[Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki]: Hmph! Stop calling me short!

[Senju Tobirama]: Oh? Not happy, huh? You wanna fight?

[Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki]: Tch! Fine, bring it on!

[Senju Hashirama]: Can I join too?

[Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki]: Shodai-sama! They're bullying me!

[Second Tsuchikage]: Ahem… Wow, what a beautiful day today!

[First Tsuchikage, Ishikawa]: Haha! Yes, the weather is really nice today!

[Namikaze Minato]: …Aren't you supposed to be in the Pure Land? Where exactly is this "good weather" you're talking about?

[First Tsuchikage, Second Tsuchikage, Mu]: ...…

[Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki]: Master, Shodai, are you really this timid???

[Second Tsuchikage, Mu]: This isn't cowardice—it's simple common sense!

[First Tsuchikage, Ishikawa]: Exactly! We're talking about him, the God of Shinobi. A little fear is only natural!

[Konoha Salted Fish]: Yo! Everyone's here! Let's get started!

As Kaito's voice fell, the sound of the question-and-answer system echoed, instantly grabbing everyone's attention in the group chat.