ALL NOVEL Chapter 6: Chapter 6
It was a gift from the system's beginner package.
Otherwise, given the current financial situation of the Fujiwara, Tanaka, and Uesugi clans, there wouldn't be any extra funds to replenish the consumed ninja tools.
"I might owe an apology to Sensei Sanjodou!"
"But, Fujiwara Tetsuya, I acknowledge that you have the strength to become a competent Genin. Congratulations on passing the trial!"
As a Chunin, Yoshida Kazuo still had a few powerful ninjutsu techniques under his belt. However, if he had used them, it would no longer be a Genin's trial but a test for a Chunin.
"Thank you, Sensei Yoshida!"
As Fujiwara Tetsuya bowed, Sanjodou Suzuko and two other elite Chunin instructors appeared beside him.
Upon noticing the steel wires surrounding Yoshida Kazuo, they instantly understood everything.
Fujiwara Tetsuya had succeeded!
A few minutes later, after Fujiwara Tetsuya retrieved his ninja tools and reappeared at the training ground, he was greeted by a thunderous roar of cheers.
"Well done, Fujiwara Tetsuya!"
"Hey, Tetsuya, do you have a girl you like? Because I'm single!"
"Tetsuya, just wait—one day, I'll graduate early, just like you!"
"Thanks for making Yoshida-sensei eat his words, Tetsuya. On behalf of Class 2-3, I salute you!"
…
After leaving the ninja academy, Sanjodou Suzuko treated Fujiwara Tetsuya to a bowl of ramen to celebrate his successful trial.
Of course, the ramen shop wasn't Ichiraku Ramen. If it were Konoha Year 34, Teuchi would only be around fourteen years old, probably hiding somewhere perfecting his ramen technique.
A bit of a pity, really, but it didn't dampen Fujiwara Tetsuya's appetite in the least!
This was already his third bowl!
"Tetsuya! Passing Yoshida-sensei's trial doesn't guarantee you'll pass the early graduation exam."
"I understand, Sensei Sanjodou."
After draining the rich broth from his bowl, Fujiwara Tetsuya let out a satisfied burp. Finally, he was full!
"I know Yoshida-sensei held back. If he hadn't, I would probably be lying in a hospital right now."
A Chunin, though just a step above a Genin, is still no mere commoner, not something anyone can trample over at will.
"Good that you understand! The opponent you'll face in the graduation exam will be stronger than what Yoshida-sensei showed today."
"Tetsuya, you must be fully prepared!"
As she observed Fujiwara Tetsuya's smiling face, Sanjodou Suzuko still harbored a hint of concern. To her, the fact that Tetsuya could master the three basic techniques and possess such strong combat instincts at his age was nothing short of genius.
But there's a chasm even geniuses can't cross—like that between the First Hokage and that man from the Uchiha, and the Kages of the current ninja villages.
"Sanjodou-sensei! It's true Yoshida-sensei held back, but the strength I displayed today isn't my full power either."
"So, smile, Sensei!"
"As my first sensei, your name will surely spread throughout the entire ninja world as I grow!"
Patting his stomach, Fujiwara Tetsuya glanced up at the night sky and slowly stood up.
It was time to leave! If he didn't go now, he might not resist following Sanjodou Suzuko home!
"Arrogant brat!"
Faced with Tetsuya's "confidence," Sanjodou Suzuko didn't say much, just slapped him on the back of the head.
———
When Fujiwara Tetsuya returned to the clan's territory, Tanaka Jiro, Fujiwara Sachiko, and the other elders of the three clans were already waiting at the gate for his return.
As the bearers of good news, Uesugi Yosuke and Tanaka Rina were invited to join the adults' meeting for the first time.
Seeing the worry on their faces, Fujiwara Tetsuya didn't offer any explanation. Instead, he led them to the open space behind the house.
When he demonstrated the Water Release: Water Prison Jutsu, even Tanaka Jiro quietly murmured, "Tetsuya, you've grown up."
…
"Yosuke, Rina, I've asked for leave from Sensei Sandaime for the next two days to prepare for the Genin exam!"
"And about my Water Release technique—keep it a secret!"
As Uesugi Yosuke and Tanaka Rina were about to sneak away, Tetsuya called them back.
"Tetsuya! You want to keep it under wraps, right? We get it!"
"Don't worry! We absolutely won't say a word!"
Relieved that Tetsuya wasn't focused on their "snitching," Yosuke and Rina visibly relaxed.
The next morning, Fujiwara Tetsuya's figure once again appeared at Konoha's Training Ground 37.
But this time was different!
Now that he had mastered the basics of Water Release, Fujiwara Tetsuya had gained some measure of self-defense against the wild and ferocious beasts of Training Ground 37.
…
At the ninja academy, after finishing her first class, Sanjodou Suzuko hesitated for a moment, then headed toward the Hokage's office with Tetsuya's early graduation application in hand.
After verifying her identity, Sanjodou Suzuko was granted entry into Sarutobi Hiruzen's office.
However, there were more people in the Hokage's office than she had expected.
"Hokage-sama!"
"Lord Shimura! Lord Mitokado! Lord Mito!"
Seeing the four figures in the room, Sajodou Suzuko immediately straightened up and greeted them all in turn.
These four were, after all, the real power behind Konoha.
"Oh! It's Suzuko!"
"Aren't you supposed to be teaching at the academy? What brings you here? Is something urgent?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen, who had a good impression of a beauty like Suzuko, put down the smoking pipe he had been holding to maintain his image.
"Indeed, there is something!"
"Hokage-sama, please take a look at this!"
"This is my student, Fujiwara Tetsuya's application for early graduation. Please approve it!"
Feeling the oppressive gazes around her, Sanjodou Suzuko took a deep breath and handed the documents to Sarutobi Hiruzen.
Damn it, Fujiwara Tetsuya! This is all your fault! This overwhelming pressure! Next time, no matter what, I'm not coming to the Hokage's office alone!
"Fujiwara Tetsuya, is it?"
Looking at the young face in the photo attached to the application, Sarutobi Hiruzen unconsciously reached for his pipe again.
First-year student, eh? If I'm not mistaken, the Fujiwara clan is adjacent to the Tanaka and Uesugi clans. Though they contributed during the First Shinobi World War, they haven't produced any strong ninjas in many years.
Could this boy be a genius?
"Suzuko, what do you think of Fujiwara Tetsuya?"
"Hokage-sama, I believe Fujiwara Tetsuya will become a ninja far stronger than I am!"
"Definitely!"
Thinking about everything she had seen from Tetsuya in recent times, Sanjodou Suzuko replied confidently without hesitation.
"A strong ninja, huh?"
"Alright, I understand. I'll handle this. You'll be informed once a decision is made."
Exhaling a puff of smoke, Sarutobi Hiruzen took a deep breath.
He hadn't expected Sandaime Suzuko to hold Fujiwara Tetsuya in such high regard.
If it were a member of the Senju, Uchiha, or Hyuga clans, it wouldn't be surprising. But from a minor ninja clan?
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