Learning Master in Naruto

Chapter 96 Assessing the Opponent
"Inoue, what do you think about Kazuya's application for early graduation!" In Hokage's office, Hiruzaru Sarutobi looked at Echizen Kazuya's early graduation application form handed in by Asada Naoko, and smiled at Inouegawa Said.

Inouegawa, who is only 25 years old, was successfully promoted to Jonin two years ago, and now he is in charge of the daily security work of Naruto Sarutobi Hiruzen. This is the most energetic moment in his life.

As soon as Sarutobi Hiruzen mentioned Echizen Kazuya, Inouegawa showed a knowing smile. He had protected Echizen Kazuya for two years before, and his protection mission was not canceled until the war between Konoha Village and Kumo Shinobi was completely over. .The two got along very happily, and after Yun Ren's assassination of the CCP, they lived and died, and their relationship became even closer.

During the two years of getting along, Inouegawa also admired Echizen Kazuya's talent and personality, and became a very good friend.

"Is this little guy graduating? How time flies!" Inouegawa couldn't help sighing, and then calmly said: "Three generations of adults, I think Kazuya must pass the graduation examination. He is also eight years old this year, and it is appropriate to graduate at this time."

"Well, this little guy's strength is hidden very deep, even I don't know what kind of combat power he has now, I'm really curious!" Hiruzaru Sarutobi stroked his beard and said cunningly.

After spending a lot of time with Hiruzaru Sarutobi, Inouegawa immediately understood the meaning of Hiruzaru Sarutobi, and said with a smile: "My lord, why don't you let me be the opponent of Kazuya's graduation examination? I'm curious as to where this kid is now."

"Well, I'll leave it to you. I think Kazuya's assessment will definitely be very interesting. It just happens to let him show his face. There are many people who are curious about my disciple," Sarutobi Hiruzen said to Inouegawa Satisfied with his answer, he took a puff of cigarette and said with a smile on his face.

Echizen Kazuya soon received news that Hokage had agreed to his graduation assessment. His assessment was scheduled for three days later at the training ground next to Hokage's office. As for the content of the assessment, the notice did not say, Echizen Kazuya didn't worry too much, he was preparing for the time when soldiers would come to block him, and it would be fine to cover him with water and soil.

Three days passed quickly, and Echizen Kazuya packed up his things casually, and went out leisurely accompanied by Yamanaka Kaiichi and Yamanaka Keiko. He originally planned to go alone, but was firmly rejected by Yamanaka Keiko Of course, the helpless Echizen Kazuya had no choice but to let her go.

Of course Xiao Ino didn't want to miss such an interesting event, because he was afraid that Echizen Kazuya would not take her with him, so Ino got up early in the morning on his own initiative, dressed himself up beautifully, and then pestered Echizen Kazuya for her. After braiding his hair, he happily rode on Baidi and followed Echizen Kazuya step by step.

When Echizen Kazuya arrived at the training ground on time, a lot of people had already gathered beside the field. Apart from some onlookers who heard that someone was going to participate in the early graduation assessment and came to watch the excitement, there were also some people who knew about Echizen Kazuya I came here specially after getting the news.

Although Hiru Sarutobi's killing of Echizen Kazuya as his apprentice was not publicized, everyone in Konoha Village who should know already knew about it. After receiving the news that Echizen Kazuya was about to undergo a graduation assessment, members of the Konoha family Of course, people were very concerned, and rushed to see Echizen Kazuya's fineness.

Echizen Kazu also recognized many acquaintances on the sidelines, such as Hinata Hinata, the patriarch of the Hyuga family, Uchiha Fugaku standing next to Uchiha Itachi, and of course Nara Shikahisa and Akimichi Choza.

To Echizen Kazuya's surprise, he also saw Shimura Danzo on the sidelines. Echizen Kazuya has also seen Danzo several times in Sarutobi Hiruzen's office over the years. He always covers one eye, his expression Smelly.It was the same today, with a rather ugly expression on his face, as if everyone present owed him money.

Not long after Echizen Kazuya arrived at the training ground, Sarutobi Hiruzen brought three Anbes to the training ground calmly, but Inouegawa who was following behind the three generations did not wear an Anbe mask, and smiled at Echizen Kazuya Blinking, with a meaningful look, he looked forward and was also puzzled.

"I didn't expect so many people to come today, so let's not waste time, let's start now," Hiruza Sarutobi smiled kindly at the waiting crowd, and said calmly, "How about it? Kazuya, are you ready?"

"I'm ready, Hokage-sama," Echizen Kazuya said calmly as he walked to the middle of the training ground.

"Well, very good." Looking at Echizen Kazuya's confident look, Sarutobi Hiruza nodded with satisfaction, and said with a pleasant face: "Then let me explain the rules now. Your opponent today is Inouegawa. What method do you use, as long as you can persist for 10 minutes under Inouegawa's attack, you will pass the test, understand?"

"Yes, Hokage-sama, I understand!" Echizen Kazuya looked solemnly at Inouegawa who appeared in the middle of the training ground using the teleportation technique after Sarutobi Hiruzen finished speaking, and said solemnly.

When he knew that his opponent was Inouegawa, Echizen Kazuya also knew that today's assessment was not as easy as imagined. Although Inouegawa was promoted to Jōnin not long ago, he is a Jōnin after all, and he is proficient in fire escape ninjutsu, so his strength should not be underestimated. .

Although Echizen Kazuya knew that his life would not be in danger, he also knew that if he wanted to pass the assessment, he had to show some real skills.

"Inouegawa, isn't he already a Junin? Why did Hokage-sama let him be the examiner for the graduation exam? This is not a Chunin exam!"

"Yeah, that's really strange. The previous examiners were basically Chunin, right?"

"Maybe it's because the examinee's strength is relatively strong. To be honest, I still want to see how long Echizen Kazuya can hold on under Inouegawa's command!"

"3 minutes, it's a big deal for a kid who just graduated to last 3 minutes under Jonin's hands! What's more, he graduated early!"

After hearing Sarutobi Hiruzen's arrangement, everyone on the sidelines started talking about it.

As soon as he heard that Echizen Kazuya's opponent was Inouegawa, Yamanaka Hai instinctively wanted to object. Kazuya's assessment was just a graduation exam. He couldn't figure out why Hokage would arrange a jounin to be his opponent, but thinking of Sarutobi Rizai would certainly not be detrimental to Echizen and Kazuya, Yamanaka Kaichi suppressed the doubts in his heart.

"Ah, is my brother's opponent Uncle Inouegawa? Now brother is in trouble, and Uncle Inouegawa is still very powerful!" Upon hearing Sarutobi Hiruzen's words, Ino said cutely while holding two braids.

Because of Echizen Kazuya, Ino also knew Inouegawa and knew that Inouegawa was a Jōnin. Although she was not very clear about what Jōnin represented, but under her influence, Ino still knew that Jōnin was very powerful, because her father Yamanaka Haiyi is Jonin. In the little girl's heart, her father is the most powerful person, even more powerful than her elder brother.

"Xiaobai, do you think brother can win?" Ino, who was a little distressed, scratched Baidi's ear and asked in a firm tone.

Xiaobai is Ino's unique name for Baidi. The little girl thinks that Baidi is too ugly, so she keeps calling Baidi "Xiaobai". The Baidi who protests to no avail can only give in in the end, and accepts this with resignation. Its imposing appearance belied its name.

Baidi flicked his ears, let out an angry cry, and expressed his confidence in Echizen Kazuya to Ino.

(End of this chapter)