The Ninja Academy's curriculum was divided into three semesters.
From early April to the end of June, from early August to the end of October, and from early December to the end of February.
Three months of classes, then one month of vacation.
That part was actually quite humane—they even knew students needed rest…
Since Akira became a student at the Ninja Academy, two months had already passed. It wasn't a long time, but it wasn't short either.
In these two months—
Akira hadn't wasted any time. With his outstanding talent, he ranked first in every category.
His reputation as a genius had long spread throughout the Ninja Academy.
Even upper-grade students knew that among the new students, there was such a figure.
Mm, and it wasn't only because of his genius reputation—there was another reason…
In short, Akira's existence was already known to everyone in the Ninja Academy…
Morning.
Yuhi residence backyard.
Akira and Kurenai Yuhi were both practicing basic taijutsu.
After nearly a month of training, Akira had completely mastered the fundamentals.
When he punched, the wind roared; his movements were smooth and fluid, pleasing to the eye.
Just in terms of basic taijutsu proficiency, he might not even be inferior to Yuhi Shinku, a Jonin.
As for Kurenai, although her movements weren't as smooth as Akira's, she made no mistakes and showed clear improvement.
"Huff…"
After finishing one round of basic taijutsu, Kurenai plopped down on the ground.
Wiping the sweat from her forehead with her small hand, she exhaled like a little adult. "So tired!"
Looking at Akira, who was still pushing himself, she pouted. "Akira, aren't you stopping? Don't get us late again!"
During this past month, she had tried to compete with Akira in "inner roll—and failed miserably.
More talented than her, and working harder than her—how could such a person exist? She felt mentally exhausted.
She gave up competing.
In every aspect, she admitted defeat.
After all, Akira was her brother. It was normal for a big brother to be stronger than a little sister.
As long as she wasn't left too far behind.
Akira didn't stop moving and replied while practicing, "I'll finish this last round. You go take a shower first—you're all sweaty."
Kurenai sniffed herself and pouted. "I don't smell! I clearly smell nice!"
She didn't argue further and skipped off to bathe.
After smoothly finishing "military boxing," Akira withdrew his fist and slowly exhaled a long breath.
Wiping the sweat from his forehead with a towel, he felt extremely refreshed. "The feeling of sweating like this is really satisfying!"
The post-exercise comfort was truly pleasant. Akira had grown fond of it.
His recovery ability was extremely strong. No matter how he trained, after one night's sleep, all fatigue would completely disappear.
That was his capital for grinding.
Effort naturally brought returns.
Akira had already perfected the Monster Strength Punch technique. As he expected, the issue had indeed been physical constitution and taijutsu fundamentals.
With sufficient physical conditioning, the correct fist technique at the instant of striking, and precise control of explosive chakra output—
Combining the three allowed Akira to master the Monster Strength Punch technique.
However, he couldn't use it many times in succession. It still placed considerable strain on his body.
At his young age, his body wasn't fully developed—there was no quick fix for that…
"Today seems to be practical combat class. I should also complete the mission. I'm quite curious about exploring Kidō that involves elemental properties…"
Murmuring to himself, Akira ended his training and returned indoors.
He took a shower.
Ate breakfast.
At the table, Yuhi Shinku solemnly said to Akira, "It seems the Ninja Academy has practical combat class today. Akira, be careful with your attacks—don't hurt your classmates…"
Akira's talent was unprecedented in his eyes.
In just two months—
He had grown from someone without even chakra to his current level.
Through self-exploration and training, he had perfected a chakra usage technique similar to the Monster Strength Punch of Tsunade.
He had even saved on paying Tsunade tuition.
Mm… though Akira wasn't lacking money anyway…
In Yuhi Shinku's view, even newly graduated Genin probably couldn't withstand one of Akira's punches.
What kind of genius was this?!
Having Uzumaki bloodline was incredible, wasn't it?
Alright, it really was incredible…
Akira nodded while eating. "Don't worry. I know my limits. I won't give their parents a reason to come knocking and accuse me of bullying them…"
"That's not what I meant…" Yuhi Shinku's mouth twitched. Was that really what he meant?
In the end, he could only sigh. "As long as you know your limits."
As long as Akira didn't "relapse," he was reliable…
At that moment, Kurenai looked at Akira and cautiously said, "Akira, if the lottery picks me today, remember to go easy on me. I don't want to cry in front of everyone…"
Akira waved his hand. "Relax, relax. What are the chances of drawing you? There are dozens of students in the class."
Kurenai grumbled, "But what if it does?"
"I don't care. You can't make me cry. I'm your cute little sister!"
Akira replied perfunctorily, "Fine, you're the cutest. Worthy of being my sister."
"Hmph!" Kurenai puffed up her cheeks, dissatisfied with his attitude.
In her heart, she had already decided—if she really drew Akira, she would immediately admit defeat, just like that time with the bet.
She wouldn't give Akira a chance to make her cry!
After breakfast, the two put on their small backpacks and headed to the Ninja Academy.
They arrived on time.
The moment they stepped into the classroom, countless gazes shot toward Akira and Kurenai.
Among them were resentment, anger, dissatisfaction, grief…
Akira had long grown used to such looks. Kurenai, however, hadn't—and could only give an awkward dry smile…
"Yo, everyone's grinding questions?" Akira didn't care at all. Instead, he smiled and waved kindly. "So hardworking! Keep it up—I believe in you!"
Why were the classmates looking at Akira like that?
That went back to a written exam over ten days ago.
The former bottom-ranked Obito Uchiha was no longer at the bottom, and the above-average Rin Nohara had also improved.
Why such rapid improvement?
Because of "grinding questions"!
The advertisement effect was too loud!
Many classmates grew curious and also bought question booklets from Akira, hoping to improve their grades…
And then… they put on painful masks—self-inflicted!
The earlier questions were barely manageable, but the later ones were completely beyond their ability.
The key point was—not only could they not solve them, even their parents couldn't…
The only one who knew how to solve them was Akira.
But after using up the two after-sales services, Akira actually started charging fees!
They all felt they had fallen into Akira's trap…
Asuma Sarutobi, who had also bought a booklet, refused to be the fool. When he couldn't solve the problems, he asked his private tutor—
Only for the tutor to wear the same painful mask…
Left with no choice, Asuma went to his knowledgeable father—
The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi!
The result…
Even the Hokage couldn't solve those questions!!
Asuma was numb…
The news that "even the Hokage couldn't solve the questions" spread rapidly.
Driven by curiosity, students from other grades and classes also came to buy Akira's booklets…
Naturally, they too wore painful masks.
In the end, because the matter grew somewhat large, it even alerted the Ninja Academy leadership.
After discussion, the Ninja Academy decided to spend money to purchase the "copyright" of Akira's question booklets and solution methods, printing them into textbooks for all Ninja Academy students…
Now, from first-year to sixth-year, no one was spared—they were all suffering the pain of "grinding questions"…
And the origin of all this was Akira.
If it weren't for him inventing such question booklets, how would they have endured
such torment?
Some people wished they could slice Akira into a thousand pieces with just their eyes…
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