Upon hearing his name, Mirai Uchiha calmly strode to the center of the arena as all eyes turned to him.
Asuma Sarutobi, however, energetically activated the Shifting Body Technique and immediately appeared before Mirai Uchiha.
"Mirai Uchiha, this time I'll defeat you in front of everyone and show Kurenai who the real strong one is!"
Ever since being easily defeated by Mirai Uchiha last time, Asuma Sarutobi had abandoned his usual laziness and trained relentlessly every day.
All for this moment—to personally defeat Mirai Uchiha in front of everyone!
Yet compared to Asuma's excitement, Mirai Uchiha's face remained completely calm and unshaken.
"Asuma, you're too childish."
"Strength isn't the only thing that wins a girl's affection."
"No matter how strong you become, Kurenai still won't like you."
After speaking, Mirai Uchiha revealed a faint scornful smile: "Besides, you're just a buzzing fly in my eyes."
"I've already started planning for my next opponent."
Hearing Mirai Uchiha's words, Asuma clenched his fists tightly, his eyes burning with anger.
I'm just a fly?
He's thinking about his next opponent even before this fight starts?
This was complete disrespect.
Arrogant bastard!
"Alright, are both of you ready?"
"The match begins!"
Instructor Kunayama struggled to suppress his smile.
That Mirai Uchiha sure has a sharp tongue.
To prevent Asuma from losing his composure before the fight even began, he quickly announced the start of the battle.
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
As soon as Instructor Kunayama finished speaking, several whistling sounds rang out.
Numerous shuriken flew toward Mirai Uchiha from different directions.
Asuma followed closely behind, seizing the moment when Mirai Uchiha sidestepped to dodge the shuriken. He lunged forward with a steel kunai in hand.
"Way too slow."
Mirai Uchiha hummed lightly and lifted his leg, kicking toward Asuma's chest.
Asuma seemed to have anticipated this—he crossed his arms in front of his chest, using the force from Mirai Uchiha's kick to perform a backward handspring midair while rapidly forming hand seals with both hands.
[Fire Release: Ash Pile Burning!]
A mass of high-temperature ash instantly engulfed Mirai Uchiha's figure.
Immediately after, Asuma bit down hard, sending sparks flying to ignite the entire pile of ash.
Boom!
Loud explosive sounds continued while the ground began shaking slightly.
"Is… is this even a ninjutsu?!"
"Of course he is the Kage's son. To be able to release such a powerful ninjutsu at such a young age!"
"Could Mirai actually be killed?"
"This is what a battle between ninja looks like!"
Watching Asuma Sarutobi's Fire Release, all the examinees showed expressions of shock.
Could it really be over...?
Was the fight already over in just a few short seconds?
Even Kurenai, who had always been confident in Mirai, now looked anxiously toward the center of the arena, sweat forming on her forehead.
Please be okay, Mirai!
Hahaha... I win!
Asuma Sarutobi wore an expression of smug satisfaction.
Anyone caught in that jutsu just now must've lost all their strength.
Hmph!
Smug bastard—let's see you keep that attitude later!
"Are you celebrating victory too soon?"
Mirai's mocking voice suddenly sounded in his ear, and Asuma immediately turned pale with shock.
How could this be?
How could Mirai appear behind him?
Before he could figure it out, Asuma felt himself lifted off the ground as someone viciously kicked him flying.
Immediately afterward, a long katana oozing with killing intent plunged precisely into the ground beside Asuma's neck.
"Gu lu..."
Looking at the blade inches from his face, Asuma couldn't help but swallow hard.
If the edge had deviated even slightly, his neck would probably already have been pierced.
Match over! Winner: Mirai Uchiha!
Instructor Kunayama declared the result.
The arena instantly became restless.
No one expected such a rapid reversal.
Just moments ago, Asuma seemed completely victorious; now he lay defeated on the ground.
"Just like a Uchiha genius—absolutely incredible."
"I shouldn't have placed any hope in Asuma anyway. How could someone like Mirai possibly lose!"
"Asuma was strong indeed, but unfortunately for him, Mirai Uchiha was stronger."
Quietly stepping off the arena floor, Mirai saw the semi-transparent interface appear again before his eyes.
[Ding! Congratulations, Master! You've successfully obtained the reward: Physique +1!]
[Name: Mirai Uchiha]
[Stat Block]
Physique: 26
Spiritual Power: 25
Chakra: 17
Kekkei Genkai: Sharingan
Ninjutsu: …
Other: …
As his physical strength increased, Mirai Uchiha felt a surge in his body's power, prompting an involuntary sigh.
Now *this* is what cheating feels like!
"Mirai, you're not hurt, are you?"
Seeing Mirai approaching, Kurenai Yuhi immediately asked with concern.
She had genuinely been frightened just now.
"If someone like that could actually stop me, then I wouldn't deserve to walk this path."
Mirai Uchiha replied calmly.
Hearing his words, Kurenai's eyes sparkled with admiration.
No wonder it's Mirai — so arrogantly confident!
The exam continued afterward.
Losers fought losers, and winners faced off against other winners.
Mirai crushed every opponent, storming straight to the top spot.
The exam was nearly over.
"As expected! First place goes to Mirai Uchiha. He's just too strong—no one can stand against him."
"Honestly, I hate to admit it, but he truly deserves it."
Damn it! Why wasn't I born with such talent!
Everyone showed no surprise at all when they saw Mirai take first place.
Even Obito Uchiha had to admit that Mirai's strength had left him far behind in the dust.
"Wait a moment."
"There's still one last fight to go."
When Instructor Kunayama spoke, everyone looked confused.
Another battle?
Didn't we already finish?
Ahem... Per the Third Hokage's orders, Kakashi Hatake—who graduated early—will also participate in this graduation exam.
According to the rules, his opponent will be none other than Mirai Uchiha, who just claimed first place.
What?!
Instructor Kunayama's announcement sent shockwaves through the crowd.
Kakashi Hatake?
The very same Kakashi Hatake known as the "Number One Genius Ninja of Konoha"?
Is he really taking part in today's graduation exam too?
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