#36 - Asuma's Challenge
“Kakashi graduated early.”
Sarutobi Asuma said.
Kakashi's father was the White Fang, so it's normal for his son Kakashi to graduate early.
“Kurenai, if I wanted to graduate early, I could too.”
Sarutobi Asuma turned to Yuhi Kurenai and said.
The old man hired someone from the clan to teach him.
Although he and the old man didn't have a good relationship, he still learned a lot from the clan's seniors.
His uncles and aunts in the Anbu were also good to him, both of them being elite Jonin.
“Then how are your genjutsu skills?”
Yuhi Kurenai turned her face towards Sarutobi Asuma and asked curiously.
“Uh… I'm better at Fire Release.”
Sarutobi Asuma scratched his head.
The Sarutobi clan, like the Uchiha clan, is skilled in Fire Release ninjutsu.
Moreover, the Sarutobi clan has a secret Fire Release ninjutsu, "Fire Release: Great Flame Technique," passed down through generations.
They also have a summoning animal inheritance, allowing them to contract with monkeys.
“I see.”
Hearing this, Yuhi Kurenai was greatly disappointed.
But that's also true, she had never seen Sarutobi Asuma use genjutsu.
He only made sure his genjutsu scores were within the passing range in class.
“Kiyoshi's genjutsu is very good, he might be able to graduate early if he wanted to, but I don't know how well he's mastered the Body Replacement Technique.”
Yuhi Kurenai said, suddenly changing the topic to Kiyoshi.
Sarutobi Asuma frowned, why is it always this guy?
“He's from the Uchiha clan, of course his genjutsu is good, Kurenai, if you want to learn Fire Release ninjutsu, you can come to me, I have some insights.”
Sarutobi Asuma patted his chest, his tone heroic.
Most of the students in the Ninja Academy only know E-rank ninjutsu.
He, Sarutobi Asuma, has learned D-rank Fire Release ninjutsu under his uncle's guidance!
He's just been keeping a low profile at the Ninja Academy.
“Forget it, I'm more interested in genjutsu.”
Yuhi Kurenai shook her head.
She continued to chat with Sarutobi Asuma for a few words, and when she saw Kakashi walking away and the crowd dispersing, she bid farewell to Sarutobi Asuma and trotted to Kiyoshi's side.
“Kiyoshi, don't forget today's tutoring, I've already paid.”
Yuhi Kurenai said to Kiyoshi.
Because she felt that Kiyoshi had become much colder to her after buying a katana.
“Don't worry, I'm not the kind of person who doesn't keep promises.”
Kiyoshi shook his head.
Slow and steady wins the race, when Yuhi Kurenai grows up, she will provide even more.
Hearing Kiyoshi's answer, Yuhi Kurenai nodded in satisfaction, revealing a smile.
“I… Isn't it just genjutsu? Kurenai, I can teach you too.”
Seeing Yuhi Kurenai run to Kiyoshi's side, Sarutobi Asuma immediately refused to be outdone.
“Really? Didn't you say you couldn't?”
Yuhi Kurenai looked over with a suspicious expression.
Seeing Yuhi Kurenai's suspicious gaze, Sarutobi Asuma patted his chest and said confidently:
“Without the Sharingan, my genjutsu might not be inferior.”
Sarutobi Asuma looked at Kiyoshi and continued:
“Uchiha Kiyoshi, do you dare to compete in genjutsu with me next month, and let Kurenai see who's genjutsu is stronger.”
Sarutobi Asuma observed Kiyoshi's reaction.
He also kept a trick up his sleeve.
That is, Kiyoshi doesn't use the Sharingan.
Otherwise, he wouldn't do the stupid thing of challenging the Sharingan with genjutsu.
If Kiyoshi uses the Sharingan, then it's equal to him winning.
Because to others, Kiyoshi is just a lucky kid who relies on his bloodline limit.
“Asuma, is it because Kiyoshi is from the Land of Lightning that you have some opinions about him.”
Yuhi Kurenai frowned slightly.
Every time Kiyoshi is mentioned, Sarutobi Asuma would belittle him in various ways.
Sarutobi Asuma is the son of the Hokage, a genuine crown prince, but he shouldn't be so xenophobic and look down on foreigners.
No matter what, Kiyoshi has Uchiha blood flowing through him, and he is a companion to everyone in the village.
“Ah, no, I don't mean to look down on foreigners.”
Sarutobi Asuma quickly waved his hand.
But he couldn't say the real reason.
Could he directly say that he felt uncomfortable because his childhood sweetheart Kurenai always paid attention to Kiyoshi?
“Asuma should be someone who likes challenges and has a pursuit of self, I can accept the genjutsu sparring.”
Kiyoshi suddenly said.
The current Sarutobi Asuma is still a bit unruly and a delinquent.
He also has a bad relationship with his father Sarutobi Hiruzen, and will leave Konoha to go to the Daimyo's place in the future, earning the title of "Guardian Ninja Twelve."
It's normal to be jealous because of Yuhi Kurenai now.
Even the three-person team is often configured with two men and one woman, which is because the people above consider that men are in their adolescence and eager to prove themselves in front of women, which is conducive to mutual competition and growth.
These are the words that Sarutobi Hiruzen said to Kakashi.
Of course, this is definitely not the whole reason, but there are some factors.
“Okay, you said it!”
Sarutobi Asuma didn't expect Kiyoshi to agree so readily, and was overjoyed.
Then he hurriedly bid farewell to Kurenai and ran towards the Sarutobi clan's direction.
Kiyoshi estimates that Sarutobi Asuma wants to temporarily train for a month.
After all, the Sarutobi clan doesn't lack resources.
That's nothing, Kiyoshi is confident in defeating Sarutobi Asuma.
The Sharingan doesn't only have an effect when it's activated.
When it's closed, it will also radiate throughout the body under the influence of this special chakra, improving the body's quality.
His "control" ability over chakra will be stronger than Sarutobi Asuma's.
This is also why Kiyoshi can guide Yuhi Kurenai, because genjutsu will invade the subject's brain nerves, requiring extremely delicate control.
He has quite a bit of experience in this area.
This alone is enough to determine the outcome.
Not to mention that he also has the genjutsu "Lightning Release: Intense Flash" distributed by the Uchiha clan.
That was the genjutsu that Uchiha Hazuki took him to get some time ago.
“Kiyoshi, Asuma is just that kind of person, he doesn't have any malice, don't take it to heart.”
Yuhi Kurenai shook her head helplessly.
The things that this crown prince decides will not be easily changed.
“It's okay.”
Kiyoshi shook his head.
Sarutobi Asuma's Wind Release and Fire Release talents are not bad, maybe he will drop these words.
It's not a loss to take some time to see if he can get the words.
“Let's go, let's go to my house for tutoring.”
Kiyoshi looked up at Yuhi Kurenai and said, turning to leave this place.
Since Nohara Rin taught Kiyoshi the skills of tree climbing and water walking, as well as the insights of the Body Replacement Technique, there is nothing to teach.
That's all there is to the Ninja Academy's practical use of chakra.
The others are either theoretical knowledge or throwing shurikens, and there is no need to gather together for training after school every day.
“Okay.”
Yuhi Kurenai nodded and followed Kiyoshi's pace.
……
The sky was slightly dark, and the afterglow sprinkled a layer of warm orange on the tiles.
The branches of the old tree in the mansion trembled gently in the wind, dyeing them deep red in the setting sun.
Yuhi Kurenai was preparing to say goodbye to Kiyoshi, ending this day's training.
