Under Yakushi Nonou's guidance, Minamikawa Yuu's Medical Ninjutsu level improved rapidly.
Of course, this was merely on the surface.
In reality, his Medical Ninjutsu level hadn't actually improved; he was simply revealing it bit by bit.
However, because the level he maintained was just right, it gave people the illusion of rapid progress.
As for real progress, there was naturally some of that as well.
Although the Medical Ninjutsu of the Land of Ancestors developed quickly, it had, after all, only been developing for a few decades.
In contrast, the development of Ninjas in the Ninja World had lasted for at least several thousand years.
Following such a long period of development, the Ninjutsu level of the Ninja World was bound to surpass the Land of Ancestors in many aspects; that much was certain.
Thus, from Yakushi Nonou, Minamikawa Yuu truly learned many things.
On this day, Minamikawa Yuu went to the Orphanage as usual and began treating the injured children.
There were many children in the Orphanage, so with their rowdiness, many would sustain minor injuries.
Originally, no one cared about these minor injuries, but now they provided the perfect opportunity for Minamikawa Yuu to practice.
"It's all better now."
Healing a child's injury, Minamikawa Yuu said with a smile, "Remember to be more careful next time, don't get hurt again."
"Thank you."
Grateful for Minamikawa Yuu's care, the child in front of him showed a look of appreciation and quickly brightened up.
Minamikawa Yuu stood alone, looking at the director's office in the distance, lost in thought.
"The director has left again..."
Thoughts flashed through his mind: "Has she been sent out on a mission again?"
As the director of the Orphanage, Yakushi Nonou often left the Orphanage to handle various matters.
On the surface, these were official duties, but in reality, she was out on missions.
As for what the specific missions were, Minamikawa Yuu had never asked.
However, recently, the frequency of Yakushi Nonou's departures had been increasing.
The situation in the Ninja World also seemed to be gradually growing tense.
Recalling the various rumors he had heard recently, Minamikawa Yuu couldn't help but sigh secretly.
"It seems it's time to leave the Ninja Academy."
This thought flashed through his mind.
Looking at the current situation, the Ninja World was becoming increasingly dangerous.
If he wanted to ensure his safety, it would be best to leave the Ninja Academy as soon as possible.
The next day, he returned to the school.
In front of the surrounding students, he approached his instructor and made his request.
"Yuu, have you thought this through?"
The middle-aged man before him had a serious expression and wore a flak jacket. He looked at Minamikawa Yuu and said, "At your age, applying for graduation now is still a bit forced."
"Staying in the academy for a few more years might be more appropriate for you."
"Teacher Akiya, I have made up my mind."
Minamikawa Yuu smiled. "Staying in the academy, I can no longer learn much more. It's time for me to leave the school and contribute more to the Village."
"This is my wish, and I hope Teacher Akiya can agree."
"Since you are so persistent."
Kooi Akiya sighed. "Then follow me."
Minamikawa Yuu followed Kooi Akiya with a respectful expression.
It wasn't until then that the surrounding crowd reacted.
"That guy is applying for early graduation?"
"Isn't he only in his second year?"
His classmates looked shocked, glancing at each other, not knowing what to say.
A moment later, Minamikawa Yuu walked onto a training ground.
Graduating from the Ninja Academy wasn't actually that difficult; one only needed to meet the standards for a few basic techniques.
After all, even if students from the Ninja Academy graduate, they are only Genin.
The level of a Genin is basically just that: mastering a few basic techniques and meeting appropriate standards in Taijutsu is enough to qualify.
The requirements shouldn't be too high.
However, since Minamikawa Yuu was applying for early graduation, a practical combat test was specifically added to his assessment.
He had to defeat a designated opponent to pass the assessment and officially graduate from the Ninja Academy.
Unsurprisingly, Minamikawa Yuu quickly passed the previous assessments.
However, he was slightly surprised by the final practical combat assessment.
What surprised him wasn't the assessment itself, but the person conducting it.
It was a boy who looked to be in his early teens, with a fan crest on his clothes, indicating his identity as a member of the Uchiha Clan.
He wore goggles on his head and had a characteristic goofy grin on his face, making his identity clear at a glance.
"Uchiha Obito..."
Minamikawa Yuu looked at the boy before him and was surprised. "To think he's the one conducting my assessment?"
Uchiha Obito, one of the future bosses of the Ninja World, was currently also a student at the Ninja Academy.
Based on his age, he should be in the sixth grade now, approaching graduation.
In terms of strength and age, such a person was quite suitable for conducting a practical test for Minamikawa Yuu.
Age-wise, Minamikawa Yuu was only seven years old and came from a background as a Ninja orphan.
Given his age and background, arranging a Chunin-level opponent for him was clearly inappropriate.
Uchiha Obito's level was just right.
He was twelve years old now and, barring any surprises, would graduate this year.
In terms of strength, although he was currently considered the shame of the Uchiha and the dead last of his class, he still possessed the standard strength of a Genin.
Having him test Minamikawa Yuu was suitable in every respect.
"Are you my opponent for the practical test?"
Watching Minamikawa Yuu approach, Uchiha Obito laughed. "While this great one is in a good mood, you'd better surrender quickly!"
"You must be Senior Obito, right?"
Minamikawa Yuu didn't mind Obito's words and just smiled. "I didn't expect to meet you here, Senior."
"You know me?"
Uchiha Obito was surprised. "How come I have no recollection?"
He didn't have many friends; if he had met someone, he should have a fairly deep impression of them.
But no matter how he racked his brain, he couldn't find any memory of the Minamikawa Yuu before him.
"It was a chance encounter."
Minamikawa Yuu said casually, "While taking a walk by the roadside once, I saw you helping an elderly lady cross the street. It left quite an impression on me."
"You seem like a very kind-hearted person, Senior."
"Ah... is... is that so?"
Hearing Minamikawa Yuu's words, Uchiha Obito instantly became a bit embarrassed.
He looked at Minamikawa Yuu and suddenly felt that the boy was exceptionally pleasing to the eye. "You think I'm pretty good too, right?"
"Since you're so much to my liking, I'll go easy on you in a bit. I'll make sure you don't get hurt!"
"Hahaha!"
As he spoke, he seemed to think of something and suddenly burst into laughter right where he stood.