Chapter 164: Chapter 164: Naruto and Sasuke Graduate
Ninja Academy.
It was an extremely lively day.
Even more lively than the first day of school.
Because today was the graduation day.
The sixth - grade students were about to graduate and become Genin, and would contribute to Konoha from then on.
It had to be said that this system was quite absurd.
Although people in the ninja world matured earlier, sending kids with an average age of twelve to fight, one could imagine their survival rate.
In times without war, it was relatively safe.
But when war broke out, Genin would also be dragged into the meat grinder, with a slim chance of survival.
Of course, those who survived would become the acclaimed geniuses.
Such as Itachi Uchiha or Kakashi Hatake.
However, the lack of theoretical education would cause more or less some mental problems for them.
In the past life, even universities would have psychologists.
But in the ninja world, there was no such profession at all.
Speaking of which, Naruto Uzumaki might be quite suitable for this role.
After all, he's a good talker.
Class A, Sixth Grade.
Mizuki was looking at everyone below with a smiling face.
Actually, his eyes were fixed on Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha.
A trace of jealousy flashed across his heart.
These damn geniuses easily got what he wanted.
While he could only stay in this classroom and be a mere teacher.
Naruto Uzumaki, who was chatting in the sealed space, looked up, with a puzzled look on his face.
"Did I ever offend Teacher Mizuki?"
"The guy's just a weakling."
The disdainful voice of Kurama sounded, "Do you even care about the malice of an ant?"
"Watch your mouth!"
Kushina Uzumaki glared at it and said, "Stinky fox, don't lead Naruto astray."
"..."
Kurama hesitated to speak, and finally said in a gentle voice, "I'm not a fox, and I'm not stinky."
It was quite aggrieved, but there was nothing it could do about it.
If it made a slight slip, it would be bound by several thick gold chains.
"Better be careful," Minato Namikaze said with a gentle smile, "Never underestimate anyone. That's your father's experience talking."
"Okay," Naruto Uzumaki nodded and said, "I will."
"Alright, go out for the assessment," Minato Namikaze pointed outside and said, "The teacher is calling your name."
Naruto Uzumaki immediately left the sealed space.
There were two teachers for the graduation assessment, and Mizuki was one of them.
The other was their homeroom teacher.
Naruto Uzumaki stepped forward and began to make Hand Seals.
He drew the lots and got Clone Jutsu[b]Clone Jutsu[/b] and Transformation Jutsu[b]Transformation Jutsu[/b] to perform in the assessment.
"As expected of the son of the Fourth Hokage," Mizuki showed a sunny smile and praised, "Your Three Basic Body Techniques[b]Three Basic Body Techniques[/b] are already very proficient, no worse than a Chunin."
But inside he was going crazy.
A kid under ten has already surpassed him in Three Basic Body Techniques[b]Three Basic Body Techniques[/b].
How unfair!
"Thank you, teacher," Naruto Uzumaki took the Forehead Protector. Although he sensed the teacher's malice, his face remained calm as he politely replied.
"You're welcome. Go to the school archive room to register."
Mizuki still kept smiling.
In the original story, he coaxed the failed Naruto Uzumaki into stealing the Scroll of Seals.
But now he didn't dare to do so.
He sighed and secretly thought about when he would have a chance to defect to Lord Orochimaru.
Naruto Uzumaki turned around and left.
He made a registration in the archive room and officially became an honorable Genin of Konoha.
However, the matter wasn't over yet.
Next came the assignment of the team - leading teacher.
"I wonder who my teacher will be?"
Naruto Uzumaki asked curiously.
"It should be a good Jonin."
Minato Namikaze patted his chest proudly and said, "After all, I'm the Forth Hokage."
"What's the use of your status?"
Kushina Uzumaki gave him a disdainful look and said, "Son, don't worry. You're a Jinchuriki, so your teacher must be excellent."
"I think it might be Kakashi."
Minato Namikaze analyzed, "Kakashi is teaching Sasuke right now, and Sasuke will most likely be your teammate."
As the Hokage, he naturally understood the intricacies of ninja squads.
It could never be a random assignment.
Sasuke Uchiha was the survivor of the Uchiha clan.
Moreover, the Sharingan had a restraining effect on Kurama.
If the two formed a bond, it would undoubtedly be a good thing.
"Sasuke is indeed a good choice."
Naruto Uzumaki smiled when he heard that his teammate might be Sasuke Uchiha. "With him around, my Genin life should be quite eventful."
"Is that the point?"
Kushina Uzumaki tapped him on the head and said, "It's about the third teammate! I hope it's a beautiful young girl!"
"..."
Naruto Uzumaki was speechless.
What's so interesting about a beautiful girl?
How annoying.
Sakura was always pestering Sasuke, which affected his training.
At the same time.
Class A, Fourth Grade.
"Ah, why isn't there a holiday today?"
Sakura Haruno said with a sorrowful face, "I can't see Sasuke - kun. I won't even be able to eat today!"
"Then give me your lunch box."
Ino Yamanaka smiled and said bluntly.
"Wild boar Ino!"
Sakura Haruno glared at her and asked, "Aren't you afraid of actually turning into a pig if you eat so much?"
"Humph, I think you're just jealous of my good figure."
Ino Yamanaka puffed out her chest proudly.
This mini - chapter isn't over. More exciting content is yet to come!
"..."
Sakura Haruno was struck as if by lightning and tried to salvage the situation. "Damn it! When I grow up, I'll definitely be no worse than you!"
"I think it's hard."
Ino Yamanaka sighed.
"Damn it!"
Sakura Haruno clenched her fists and gritted her teeth. "Don't be too happy too soon!"
Just then, Iruka Umino walked in.
She could only put down her fists reluctantly.
"Hinata, come out for a moment."
Iruka Umino scanned the classroom and called out.
Hinata Hyuga stood up, looking confused.
"Hey, Hinata, did you not do your homework yesterday?"
Kiba Inuzuka asked, holding a white puppy in his arms.
Sakura Haruno retorted.
"I did it too," Kiba Inuzuka said defensively. "But Akamaru accidentally ate it!"
Akamaru, who had been quiet, suddenly raised his head and bared his teeth in protest.
"Hahaha, Akamaru was just born not long ago, and we aren't very familiar with each other yet," Kiba Inuzuka said with an awkward smile.
Hinata Hyuga left the classroom and asked at the door, "Iruka Umino, is there something wrong?"
"Iruka Umino asked with a smile, "Hinata, your current strength has exceeded that of a Genin. Have you thought about graduating early?"
"You're much better than your teacher. Staying here any longer won't help you improve."
Hinata Hyuga was slightly taken aback.
Because no one had ever told her this.
She thought for a moment and asked, "Sensei, why did you suddenly bring this up? In terms of strength, Sakura and Ino also meet the graduation standards."
"As expected of you. You're really smart," Iruka Umino said with a sigh. "It's Lord Natsume who wants to take you as his disciple."
"Eh?"
Hinata Hyuga was stunned.
What's going on?
Didn't Father say before that she would be Natsume's wife?
How did it become being his student?
Is there something wrong?
But she couldn't refuse Natsume's request.
After struggling for a moment, Hinata Hyuga said, "Iruka Umino, I apply to graduate early."
"Okay, come with me," Iruka Umino said. He wasn't surprised at all.
After all, it was the Assistant to the Hokage.
Even the Heiress of the Hyuga clan couldn't ignore him.
The two of them went to Class A, Grade Six one after another.
"Iruka, why are you here?" Mizuki stood up and greeted him.
On the surface, they were good friends. However, secretly, Mizuki was jealous that Iruka Umino was always encouraged and helped by others.
Because Iruka Umino's parents died in the Nine - Tails Incident, and he was an orphan.
"Mizuki," Iruka Umino pointed at Hinata Hyuga and said, "I have a student who wants to graduate early."
"So it's Hinata," Mizuki's expression changed, and he showed a smile. "Of course it's okay."
"Thank you, sensei," Hinata Hyuga said sincerely.
The next thing was quite simple.
Three Basic Body Techniques[b]Three Basic Body Techniques[/b] were naturally no problem for Hinata Hyuga.
After the assessment, she went to the archive room to register and then entered the next - door classroom.
All the students who graduated successfully were waiting here for the Team - leading teacher to appear and take them away.
Hinata Hyuga's arrival attracted a lot of attention.
Mainly because she wasn't from the same class, and her Byakugan was too obvious.
Of course, at this point, no naughty kids dared to talk impolitely to the Hyuga Heiress.
Hinata Hyuga was a little nervous.
She wasn't used to so many gazes.
But she didn't blush and faint.
She had to thank Natsume for his years of training.
"Hinata!" Naruto Uzumaki waved from a distance.
Sasuke Uchiha frowned. Another girl. What a nuisance.
Hinata Hyuga saw the two of them and walked over, politely greeted them.
Because of Ino Yamanaka and Sakura Haruno, she had had some contact with Naruto Uzumaki and Sasuke Uchiha.
It made sense for her to come over and have a little chat.
"Did you apply for graduation in advance to be here?"
Under the guidance of Minato Namikaze, Naruto Uzumaki was smarter or more emotionally intelligent than in the original story.
"Yeah."
Hinata Hyuga nodded.
"So, there's a chance we'll become teammates."
Naruto Uzumaki nudged Sasuke Uchiha with his arm and asked, "Right? Sasuke."
"Whatever."
Sasuke Uchiha said coldly, "Just don't hold me back."
"Sasuke, be more enthusiastic towards girls."
Naruto Uzumaki put his arm around Sasuke's head and imitated the tone of Kushina Uzumaki and said.
"Boring."
Sasuke Uchiha tilted his head and gave a soft snort.
Just then, a group of ninjas walked in from outside the door.
The two immediately stopped talking.
It was obvious that these were their future team - leading teachers.
They just didn't know which one it would be.
"Kakashi, don't be so down."
Natsume, who was at the end of the group, comforted him, "Although I'm going to be Sasuke's team - leading teacher, he's still your apprentice."
Kakashi Hatake sighed. What a mess this was.
He had thought it was a sure thing that he'd become Sasuke Uchiha's team - leading teacher.
Who would have thought someone would jump out of nowhere and steal the chance
And theoretically, that person was his superior.
There's nothing I can do about it then.
What Natsume said made sense, but he just felt it was a bit off.
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