Bab 5: Chapter 5: Secrets to Passing Exams
"Teacher Hanyu, please, I beg you, don't tell Teacher Ikegai!" Obito continued pleading desperately with Hanyu.
"That depends on your performance," Hanyu replied with a smile, not giving a definitive answer.
"Teacher, is there something you need from me?" Guy scratched his head, puzzled as to why he was called out since he hadn't done anything wrong.
Hanyu looked at Guy. This boy, who would one day be hailed as the strongest Taijutsu user by Madara and almost end the war with a single kick, was still so immature.
Although he already wore that iconic green jumpsuit, he lacked not only strength but also the steadfast belief and self-discipline his father had taught him about youth. He had a long way to go, and Hanyu was more than willing to lend him a hand.
"Your theoretical scores have been troubling Teacher Ikegai a lot," Hanyu began.
Hearing this, even the carefree Obito lowered his head in embarrassment.
"It's not that I don't want to study; it's just that the questions are too hard to understand! Why do they lock animals together and ask us to calculate how many there are?" Obito attempted to defend himself.
Hearing Obito's reasoning, Hanyu was reminded of his own struggles with math back in high school. Thankfully, his college major spared him from advanced calculus.
However, Hanyu understood the real issue lay with Obito. The math taught at the Ninja Academy was the most basic kind, far simpler than history lessons, which were more comprehensive and numerous.
"But Obito, it's not just math you're bad at. Your history and ninjutsu theory are equally terrible," Hanyu pointed out.
"What's the point of learning history anyway? It's all in the past," Obito grumbled, convinced that history should be removed from the curriculum. Math, at least, had practical uses like grocery shopping, but history? No way.
"I feel the same way," Guy chimed in, nodding earnestly. Memorizing all those historical events was a nightmare.
"You'll have to bring that up with Lord Third, as he's the principal of the Ninja Academy," Hanyu quipped, signaling it wasn't his decision.
"But continuing like this isn't ideal. It's not just unfair to Teacher Ikegai; it also reflects poorly on you two."
"Do you have any secrets to passing exams, Teacher Hanyu?" Obito looked at him with hopeful eyes.
Guy, too, was visibly excited. Nobody wanted to be at the bottom if they could help it.
"I do have a secret for exams: practice questions—lots of them. Study while you practice!" Hanyu revealed his tried-and-true strategy.
Given the Ninja Academy's difficulty level, Hanyu's experience from his past life with rigorous exam preparations made this advice a game-changer. At the Academy, you only needed half the class's average score to pass.
"Practice questions?" Both boys looked puzzled, not entirely understanding.
"You can think of it as a special training session for passing exams. And if you manage to pass the next one, there will be a reward," Hanyu said, smiling.
"A reward? Is it dango?" Obito asked eagerly.
"I'll teach you a ninjutsu or taijutsu. Essentially, I'll guide your training," Hanyu clarified.
"Really?!" Both boys' eyes widened in disbelief at such an amazing opportunity.
"Only if you pass the exam in a month," Hanyu reminded them.
"Is this what they call youth? I'm fired up!" Guy exclaimed, his enthusiasm bubbling over.
"This time, I'll definitely pass!" Obito declared with confidence.
Seeing the two so motivated, Hanyu nodded silently. A skilled hunter often takes the guise of prey.
Obito and Guy believed they'd struck gold, getting both a secret to passing and the promise of training rewards.
Hanyu, however, had a different perspective. During their "special training," he'd have ample opportunity to position himself as their mentor, naturally guiding them toward formal apprenticeship.
Even if they didn't pass, he could still encourage them by saying, "Seeing how hard you tried, I can't help but reward you." He might even gain more of their trust in the process.
Unlike Shisui, Hanyu didn't immediately take them as disciples. The timing and background didn't align well for invoking a favor owed, and he wasn't their homeroom teacher, which limited long-term interaction.
After finalizing the special training plan, Hanyu returned to the classroom with Obito and Guy.
"Obito, what did Teacher Hanyu want to talk to you about? Did he punish you?" Rin asked worriedly.
"Punish me? No way! Teacher Hanyu is the best! He even taught me a secret to passing the exam," Obito eagerly clarified, defending Hanyu's reputation.
As long as Hanyu helped him shed his "last place" title, Obito was ready to become his number one fan.
"Rin, you better start studying harder. Don't let me surpass you in the next exam," Obito teased with a laugh.
"I'd be happy if you could really do that," Rin replied, smiling wryly. While she wasn't at the top of her class, her grades were consistently good.
Once the lesson bell rang, Obito adopted an unusually serious attitude. This time, he was determined to pass and was already planning what ninjutsu he'd ask to learn.
Rin was surprised to see this side of him. Could it be that Obito was finally serious?
Three minutes later, she watched Obito slump over his desk and sighed. Ah, he's still the same old Obito.
Just then, a piece of chalk arced through the air and struck Obito square on the head.
Looking around in confusion, Obito caught sight of Hanyu's stern expression, Rin's stifled laughter, and Guy's furious note-taking. Remembering his bold declarations from just moments ago, Obito's face turned red, and his drowsiness vanished.
After this little interruption, the rest of the lesson proceeded smoothly.
[Lesson Complete]
[Evaluation: A]
[Reward: Leaf Whirlwind]
This time, the reward wasn't a ninjutsu but a taijutsu technique, one that Guy would later develop into a signature move.
Although the Leaf Whirlwind appeared simple, merely a kick, Hanyu quickly realized its complexities. Executing it correctly required precise posture, muscle coordination, and chakra manipulation.
This reward was especially valuable, as Hanyu now had something effective to teach Guy during their training sessions.
After school, Hanyu wandered through a forest in the southern part of Konoha, searching for a suitable training spot.
Due to his affiliation with Root, his residence was likely monitored by Danzo. Given Danzo's disdain for the Uchiha, finding out Hanyu was secretly training Shisui could lead to dangerous accusations of treason.
Although Hanyu had sensory ninjutsu to detect threats, it wasn't practical to keep it active constantly, as it consumed too much chakra.
Eventually, Hanyu came across a small riverside clearing. The secluded and serene environment was perfect for training.
Marking the spot in his memory, Hanyu returned home, where an unwelcome surprise awaited him.
The moment he stepped into his courtyard, he noticed a ninja wearing an animal mask standing silently within.
(To Be Continued...)
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