[Next.]
[Sasuke came to Sarutobi Asuma's class, intending to take Ino with him.]
[Sarutobi Asuma didn't say anything, agreeing without hesitation. Then, quietly pulling Sasuke aside, he asked in a low voice:]
["Sasuke, I've explained things to Kurenai multiple times, but why hasn't she forgiven me yet?"]
[Although it was a bit embarrassing to ask such a question to someone younger than him,]
[Sarutobi Asuma was desperate.]
[Among his peers, many were still single. Meanwhile, Sasuke, at a young age, managed to keep three girls in harmony!]
[It's better to just ask Sasuke directly!]
[Sasuke secretly felt amused, his mind racing:]
["Asuma-sensei's approach probably didn't leave an impression on Kurenai. There's a skill to talking that needs to be learned."]
[Sarutobi Asuma hurriedly asked: "How can I improve my ability to talk to women?"]
["Simple!"]
[Sasuke pulled out a book from his pocket.]
[Jiraiya's latest masterpiece, Intimate Violence!]
[He had bought two copies—one for himself and the other intended for Kakashi-sensei, but given Kakashi's recent mood, he doubted he would be interested.]
["I've been following this series since I was a kid, and I picked up a few things along the way."]
["This is the latest work by Master Jiraiya. I'll lend it to you, Asuma-sensei!"]
[Sasuke handed over the book.]
["Will just reading this really help?" Sarutobi Asuma hesitated. "Kakashi is always reading Make-Out Paradise, and he's still single!"]
[Sasuke explained: "That's because Kakashi-sensei never makes an effort. He's content with Guy for company! With Kakashi-sensei's looks, finding a girlfriend should be easy!"]
["You have a point." Sarutobi Asuma nodded.]
[Sasuke continued, "So, Asuma-sensei, you need to study carefully. The way girls like to be spoken to, and their psychology, can be learned from here!"]
["Really?!" Sarutobi Asuma's eyes lit up as he held Intimate Violence like a precious treasure. "Thank you!"]
[Sarutobi Asuma felt even more grateful to Sasuke.]
[Without him, his relationship with Kurenai might become more strained!]
["No problem!"]
[Sasuke waved dismissively, laughing internally.]
[Intimate Paradise, written by an eternally single man, being read by Sarutobi Asuma, an older single man... it would only lead him further astray!]
[At first, Sasuke had also been misled by it.]
[But luckily, if he said something wrong, he could always fix things with his looks.]
[But Sarutobi Asuma doesn't have that advantage...]
---
Sarutobi Asuma was already fuming!
A steady stream of curses flowed out!
Nara Shikamaru: "Asuma-sensei, please calm down..."
Sarutobi Asuma: "Calm down? How can I calm down! I beep beep beep—"
Inuzuka Kiba: "This is tragic! He has to thank Sasuke for basically selling him out!"
Aburame Shino: "Whether it's Kurenai-sensei or Asuma-sensei, they're both being played by Sasuke."
Jiraiya: "How could my book lead people astray?! Maybe the Asuma in that world improved his communication skills after reading it!"
Orochimaru: "Jiraiya, try to maintain some dignity."
Tsunade: "Heh! Jiraiya, you want to teach others with what you wrote? I'm dying! Asuma and Kurenai's relationship is doomed!"
Jiraiya: "You guys! Minato, Minato, tell me! Is there anything wrong with my writing in Make-Out Paradise?"
Namikaze Minato: "Jiraiya-sensei, please stop talking..."
Minato had also read Make-Out Paradise when he was younger. He tried a few lines with Kushina, but nearly got scolded to death!
Orochimaru: "Jiraiya, your disciples have seen through your 'wisdom'."
Jiraiya: "...Damn it! There's nothing wrong with my writing! If it's so wrong, why is Make-Out Paradise so popular?"
Terumi Mei: "Generally speaking, singles write the best content in this area, since the readers are usually single too."
Jiraiya: "..."
Hatake Kakashi: "...That really hit me hard."
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[At the training ground:]
[Sasuke had gathered Sakura, Ino, and Hinata.]
["Although the Chūnin exam is a team-based event, in the end, it's an individual's combat strength that is tested."]
["The Chūnin exams also have a fatality rate, and participants are allowed to attack and even kill one another. You must take this seriously!"]
[Sasuke said with a stern expression.]
["Huh? I thought Sasuke-kun just wanted an excuse to hang out with us. Is this really for training?"]
[Ino was a bit disappointed, wanting to cling to Sasuke and drape her arms around his neck.]
["Be serious! I'm serious!"]
[Sasuke's face grew cold, his voice firm.]
["This isn't the Academy graduation exam. If you're careless in the Chūnin exams, you might actually die!"]
[Seeing the three girls startled, Sasuke continued.]
[Sakura: "Yes! I'll work hard!"]
[Hinata: "M-me too!"]
[Ino: "Ugh... fine, I'll get serious."]
[Sasuke, seeing Ino's aggrieved expression, softened slightly.]
[After all, she was his girlfriend. It was fine to be strict about training, but he didn't need to be too harsh.]
["Ahem, if you train hard, I'll take the best performer on a date for the whole day!"]
[Sasuke coughed and said.]
[In an instant!]
[The eyes of all three girls lit up.]
[Their enthusiasm was ignited!]
["Hmph! I'm on Sasuke-kun's team and train with him every day. I'm definitely going to be the best!"]
[Sakura said with confidence.]
["...I'll have my father teach me a new clan secret when I get home!"]
[Ino's competitive spirit surged.]
["I-I won't lose to either of you!"]
[Hinata, though shy, was determined.]
[The idea of a whole day alone with Sasuke, though a bit embarrassing, was something Hinata really wanted to win!]
---
Inuzuka Kiba: "Ahhhh! I'm losing it! Why do I have to watch this? Why does Sasuke have so many girls fighting over him?!"
Aburame Shino: "First, you need Sasuke's looks, then his talent and strength, and finally, his way with words."
Nara Shikamaru: "Too troublesome. I'd rather stay single."
Yamanaka Ino: "Hmph, I'll be the one to win in the end!"
Sakura has no family secrets, and Hinata is too shy!
The final winner must be her!
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I'm sick today guys, so it will be just a chapter 🤧
Good monday for all!