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"Xiao Li, this is youth!"
Naruto Uzumaki gave a thumbs up and said, his teeth flashing.
Yamanaka Ino, Tenten, and the others immediately facepalmed.
They found it hard to adapt to the overly youthful scenes.
"They're really energetic."
Maruboshi Kosuke and Sarutobi Hiruzen walked into the playground side by side.
"..."
Hiruzen Sarutobi's lips twitched as he felt a headache coming on.
This is considered excessive energy.
If Naruto Uzumaki were to become Hokage one day, what would Konoha Village become?
Hiruzen Sarutobi cannot imagine it.
"Three generations of grandfathers!"
Although Naruto Uzumaki had just gone for a morning run with Rock Lee, he was still full of energy.
The others also greeted Hiruzen Sarutobi and Kosuke Maruboshi.
Nine o'clock in the morning.
Kitazawa entered the ninja academy just in time.
But to his surprise, there were others who were there as late as him.
"Teacher Kitazawa."
Uchiha Sasuke shouted.
How did you two end up meeting?
Kitazawa looked at Kakashi Hatake and asked with some curiosity.
“I took him to do morning exercises.”
Kakashi Hatake replied, "I'll also teach him Lightning Release: Chidori Stream."
"It's rare to see you so attentive."
Kitazawa couldn't help but smile.
That slacking-off Kakashi Hatake is gradually disappearing.
He's now somewhat like the original character after he took over Team 7.
"There's nothing else going on."
Kakashi Hatake said casually.
The three of them arrived at the playground.
"Sasuke, you go first."
Kitazawa glanced at Uchiha Sasuke and said.
"Yes, Kitazawa-sensei."
Sasuke Uchiha turned and walked towards Naruto Uzumaki and the others.
"Third generation sir."
Kitazawa took the initiative to greet him, "Kosuke-senpai."
Good morning, Kitazawa.
Maruhoshi Kosuke responded with a smile.
Since his left leg recovered, he has been in much better spirits and looks radiant.
Kitazawa had some doubts about whether it was the effect of the white Zetsu cells.
Of course, it could also be simply because I'm in a good mood.
After all, people are in high spirits when they have good news.
"Final exams are coming up soon, let's discuss how to group the students."
After exchanging pleasantries, Kitazawa got down to business.
"I'll take Naruto with me instead."
Hiruzen Sarutobi said, "The other two students can be substituted."
"I want to bring Sasuke with me."
Kakashi Hatake paused for two seconds before explaining, "I can continue teaching him Lightning Release during the mission."
"I choose Sakura for the same reason."
Maruhoshi Kosuke echoed.
"I understand, let's group them like this then."
Kitazawa did not offer any opinions.
Actually, it doesn't really matter whether you choose it or not, because there are only four teachers, and theoretically each student will be taught, so it will always be their turn eventually.
"Before we begin today's training, I'd like to announce the group assignments for the final exams."
Kitazawa walked up to the students in the gifted class.
Naruto Uzumaki, Sakura Haruno, Ino Yamanaka, and the others immediately showed expressions of anticipation.
"The first team consists of Naruto Uzumaki, Choji Akimichi, and Hana Inuzuka."
Kitazawa said calmly, "The Third Hokage will lead the team."
"Is it a shame that I can't team up with Sasuke this time?"
Naruto scratched his head and said.
Sasuke Uchiha felt a pang of regret, but quickly put it out of his mind.
He believed this was an opportunity to surpass Naruto Uzumaki.
His first time teaming up with Naruto Uzumaki resulted in them both winning first place.
But the second time I teamed up with him, we came in second place.
how to say?
When Naruto followed Hiruzen Sarutobi to Sunagakure, Naruto Uzumaki did perform better than him.
The problem is that he didn't get the chance.
Naruto Uzumaki and his shadow clones charged forward, surrounding the Sunagakure team all by themselves.
Uchiha Sasuke didn't even manage to get a single kill, let alone steal a kill.
This time, without teaming up with Naruto Uzumaki, he can better unleash his full potential and secure first place.
"Naruto as a teammate is really great."
Choji Akimichi said with great satisfaction.
"It seems this mission will be easy."
Inuzuka Hana couldn't help but smile.
With Hiruzen Sarutobi and Naruto Uzumaki around, she's guaranteed to win this mission without lifting a finger.
"The second team consists of Hyuga Neji, Yamanaka Ino, and Haruno Sakura."
Kitazawa continued, "The team will be led by Kosuke-senpai."
"Eh?"
Yamanaka Ino and Haruno Sakura were both dumbfounded.
"Why isn't my teammate Sasuke?"
Sakura Haruno snapped out of her daze and asked.
Why is Sakura my teammate?
Yamanaka Ino asked instinctively.
"What do you mean?"
Sakura Haruno glared at her and asked, "It's me, are you not satisfied?"
"Hmph, I'm just worried you'll hold me back!"
Yamanaka and Ino argued back and forth.
"It's still uncertain who will hold whom back!"
Sakura Haruno said confidently, "My water-style skills far surpass yours now!"
What's wrong with that?
With her hands on her hips, Yamanaka Ino asked smugly, "I have the illusion techniques that Kitazawa-sensei taught me. Do you have them?"
"That's terrifying."
Nara Shikamaru shook his head and said.
Neji Hyuga felt a headache coming on.
As expected, the two of them would definitely argue frequently during the mission.
"The third team consists of Uchiha Sasuke, Rock Lee, and Tenten."
Kitazawa interrupted Sakura Haruno and Ino Yamanaka's argument, "Kakashi will lead the team."
Uchiha Sasuke's gaze sharpened.
Rock Lee and Tian Tian?
With their strength, they pose no threat to him, allowing him to fully utilize his abilities in this mission.
Moreover, the team leader is Kakashi Hatake, who is very familiar with him, so he will definitely be given a chance.
The only problem is that Rock Lee, like Naruto Uzumaki, talks about youth all the time, which is a bit too much for him to handle.
Although Sasuke Uchiha once wore a green bodysuit, after awakening his Sharingan, he resolved to completely sever ties with his youth.
Otherwise, he would always recall the shameful scene from the day he opened his eyes.
"Wait! Something's not right!"
Nara Shikamaru's expression suddenly changed drastically.
Why wasn't he mentioned in any of the three teams?
Moreover, none of the three teams were led by Kitazawa.
Could it be...?
Nara Shikamaru became restless at the thought of this possibility.
"The fourth team consists of Hinata Hyuga, Shino Aburame, and Shikamaru Nara."
Kitazawa said with a smile, "I will lead the team."
Finished!
Nara Shikamaru froze on the spot.
The group assignment he least wanted to see still happened, and both of his teammates were very strong.
Nara Shikamaru had already anticipated that their mission would be very troublesome.
Very good!
Hinata Hyuga unconsciously clenched her small fists.
She was finally able to team up with Kitazawa again.
Aburame Shino was alright; there were some pleasant surprises, but not many.
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