Not noticing Kurenai Yuhi's reaction, otherwise Uchiha Obito would definitely not have continued the topic. His attention drawn by "exam practice," he looked at Qing Liu and asked in confusion, "Exam practice, what does that mean?"
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So, the reason Qing Liu and Kurenai Yuhi's grades are so excellent is because... of exam practice?
He became interested.
He also wanted to improve his grades!
Qing Liu answered truthfully, "A student's essential, three years of mock exams, five years of college entrance exams... ah, I'm getting off topic. In short, it's a good thing that can improve your grades!"
For his sister Kurenai Yuhi, Qing Liu was truly worried.
How could a person who ranked first in the exam have a silly sister whose grades were only average?
Unacceptable!
Kurenai Yuhi must keep up with him.
The Third Great Ninja War is a Sword of Damocles hanging over their heads, ready to fall at any moment. Don't look at how Kurenai Yuhi survived until Boruto's era in the original story.
But now it's different.
Because of his appearance, the butterfly's tiny wings have begun to flap. Who knows what the future holds? The stronger Kurenai Yuhi is, the more secure she will naturally be!
"…" Kurenai Yuhi, who had been listening to their conversation with her ears perked up, shivered again upon hearing Qing Liu's words.
She thought to herself, if she hadn't asked Qing Liu how to improve her grades back then, then she wouldn't have to endure this hellish pain, right?
Now, every day after school, she has to do exam practice, lots and lots of it.
Her grades have improved, but only she can truly understand the suffering involved... Uchiha Obito is a brave warrior who dares to step into hell!
She was deeply impressed!!
"That..." Uchiha Obito's eyes lit up. He rubbed his hands together like a fly, an embarrassed expression on his face, "Qing Liu, can you also let me see this 'exam practice'? I also want to improve my grades..."
Qing Liu deliberately showed a troubled expression, "Those questions were painstakingly written by me, word by word..."
Uchiha Obito understood immediately. He waved his hand generously, "Don't worry, I'm not someone who takes advantage of others. Learning advanced Ninjutsu costs money, so something that can improve academic performance naturally also costs money. Just tell me, how much do you need?"
"As expected of a member of the prestigious Uchiha Clan, so generous!" Qing Liu gave a thumbs-up and flattered him.
After a moment of contemplation, he said, "It's not anything valuable. How about this, just the price of a C-rank Ninjutsu scroll will do. After all, we're classmates, so it's a friendship price!"
Ordinary civilians also have channels to learn Ninjutsu, such as borrowing Ninjutsu scrolls from the library or hiring private tutors for home instruction; these all cost money.
Of course, only C-rank Ninjutsu and above require payment; E-rank and D-rank, these most common Ninjutsu, can be borrowed directly from the library.
Without money, one cannot move an inch. Qing Liu stated that making money needs to start young!
Uchiha Obito thought about it and didn't think it was very expensive: "Okay!"
He still had a good amount of inheritance left by his parents. Let alone the price of a C-rank Ninjutsu scroll, he could even afford the price of a B-rank Ninjutsu scroll.
Qing Liu wouldn't deceive him, especially since the results were clearly there.
They were all peers with similar intelligence and age. He refused to believe he would lose to others; he just hadn't found the right method!
Business came knocking, and Qing Liu greeted it with a big smile: "I'll organize the questions and bring them tomorrow. I guarantee you'll be satisfied!"
Uchiha Obito gratefully said, "Then I'll leave it to you!"
"Hmm..." Kurenai Yuhi propped her chin on her hand, looking at the grateful Uchiha Obito, her eyes flashing with pity, admiration, and curiosity.
Someone actually paid money for that kind of thing?
Was his life too good?
How strange!
Qing Liu, Kakashi Hatake, Asuma Sarutobi, and... oh, also Might Guy, their actions were all somewhat incomprehensible.
Now there was Uchiha Obito as well.
Was it really that she couldn't keep up with the times?
But... but... she always felt that this shouldn't be the behavior of normal people... At this moment, Asuma Sarutobi also leaned over. He had heard Qing Liu and Uchiha Obito's conversation and couldn't help but say, "You have something like this and you don't share it? I knew it, how could your grades be so good? So there's a trick to it!"
He, the dignified son of the hokage.
His written exam score was only fourth place, which was unscientific.
His family had hired many private tutors, yet his grades still couldn't beat Qing Liu, Kakashi Hatake, and Kurenai Yuhi!
Didn't that make him look bad?
How else could he attract Kurenai Yuhi's attention?
"Asuma, you want it too?" Qing Liu's eyes lit up. This kid was truly rich, being the son of the hokage.
Still smiling, he was a living salesperson: "You were already in fourth place before exam practice. If you diligently practice, you might even surpass me and become first!"
"No, I will rely on myself!" Asuma Sarutobi's peripheral vision always drifted towards Kurenai Yuhi. Seeing her also looking at him, although... he didn't know what that look meant.
But he couldn't help but puff out his chest, saying confidently and calmly, "Next time in the written exam, I will beat you and become first!"
"…" If you don't want it, why join in the fun? What a waste of expression.
Qing Liu's demeanor changed quickly. He said indifferently, "Then go study. I have high hopes for you."
"Hmph!" Asuma Sarutobi's mouth twitched. He was too realistic; his expression changed in an instant, even faster than Transformation Jutsu.
With a slightly displeased snort, he said, "You might be first in the written exam, but the practical class this afternoon is another matter. I will be first!"
For nearly a month, whenever he wanted to talk or chat with Kurenai Yuhi, Qing Liu would interfere, watching him with wary eyes.
This made him very angry.
What angered him more was Qing Liu's popularity; he was very liked by girls. He, the son of the hokage, didn't receive such treatment. So what if he was handsome and first in grades?
He must reclaim his glory. The practical class this afternoon was his chance to surpass Qing Liu.
Written exams don't mean anything, and being handsome doesn't mean anything. A Ninja speaks with strength. He would let the other girls, and Kurenai Yuhi, know.
He, Asuma Sarutobi, was the strongest!!
Qing Liu: "Oh."
"Just you wait!" Asuma Sarutobi took a deep breath, his fists clenched.
It was too infuriating. He swore in his heart that he would surpass Qing Liu in the practical class this afternoon.
He snorted and turned to leave, returning to his seat.
"Oh, right, there's practical class this afternoon..." When practical class was mentioned, Uchiha Obito seemed less confident. He already knew that the afternoon's practical class was about throwing Ninja tools: "Qing Liu, do you have confidence?"
Qing Liu sighed, "Not much confidence. I'm not a practical person, especially with throwing Ninja tools. I often miss the target; it's too difficult..."
"Who isn't? I also often miss the target when I train at home, but this can only be improved with long-term training..." Uchiha Obito empathized.
But he also secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Qing Liu didn't know everything after all. He inexplicably gained some confidence, determined to perform well this afternoon and get Rin Nohara's attention!!
Qing Liu continued to sigh, indicating that it wasn't easy: "Yes, yes."
Uchiha Obito boosted his morale: "Just work hard this afternoon, I believe you won't be too bad!"
Qing Liu nodded: "I will."
"…" Listening to their conversation, Kurenai Yuhi opened her mouth, not knowing what to say... The "missing the target" in Qing Liu's mouth and the "missing the target" in Uchiha Obito's mouth were completely different things.
Missing the bullseye counts as missing the target? Is that how you put it?
Qing Liu was too much of a bully!!