Ch 8

"Today's test consists of three parts: a cultural test, a physical fitness test, and a class battle. I hope everyone will give their best performance!"

In the classroom, Kiyoshi Yamakawa held the test paper for the cultural test with a serious expression as he addressed the students.

Some students, like Uchiha Inahura and Hyuga Toda, were visibly excited. Their frequent glances toward Kizaru, seated at the back of the classroom, betrayed their intentions.

Since their defeat to Kizaru in the previous entrance test, both had undergone special training under the guidance of senior family members, resulting in a significant improvement in their abilities.

Feeling emboldened by their progress, they believed they could overcome Kizaru this time, especially given his seemingly lackadaisical attitude in class.

However, not all students shared their enthusiasm.

Shikaku Nara, seated in front of Kizaru, let out a heavy sigh, lamenting the upcoming ordeal.

After a month of interaction, Kizaru had grown closer to the younger generation of the Shimura family. They had gained a clearer understanding of his strength, having heard about his rigorous training regimen at home.

Aware of Kizaru's formidable skills, they couldn't help but feel daunted by the prospect of competing against him.

"You, why bother coming to school? You should just apply for early graduation!" Nara Shikaku turned to Kizaru with disdain.

"The atmosphere here is pleasant, and the camaraderie is enjoyable. Plus, the teachers' lectures make for excellent nap time. It's much better than being at home," Kizaru replied with a smile, leaning back in his chair.

"You're incorrigible," Shikaku Nara grumbled, turning back to his desk and burying his head in his arms.

Reflecting on the impending test, Shikaku couldn't help but feel disheartened for himself and his fellow students. Dealing with someone as unconventional as Kizaru proved to be a challenge.

Truly, it was unfortunate for their generation to have encountered such a character as Kizaru.

In the Ninja School tests, the cultural component held relatively little weight. Consequently, there was only one paper for the cultural test, and students had one hour to complete it.

Kiyoshi Yamakawa distributed the paper to his two favorite students, Minato Namikaze and Yoshihiko Shimura, who then passed them out to the class.

Shimura Yoshihiko, naturally, chose to distribute papers on Kizaru's side.

"Come on, brother!" Yoshihiko Shimura approached Kizaru with the last paper, fists clenched in enthusiastic support.

"You must do well too, Yoshihiko!" Kizaru responded with a smile.

"Of course!" Encouraged by Kizaru, Yoshihiko nodded eagerly. "I won't let you down, brother."

After Shimura Yoshihiko left, Kizaru picked up the paper and glanced over it briefly.

Having been in school for only a month, the questions were straightforward and posed no challenge, even for someone like Kizaru, who often seemed indifferent to his studies.

Retrieving a pencil from the desk, Kizaru began answering the questions earnestly.

An hour flew by, and Kiyoshi Yamakawa instructed Minato Namikaze and Yoshihiko Shimura to collect the completed papers from the class.

This time, it was Namikaze Minato who came to Kizaru's desk to retrieve his paper.

Young Namikaze Minato had a cheerful demeanor, always sporting a warm smile, and got along well with his classmates.

As he collected Kizaru's paper, a smile adorned Namikaze Minato's face.

"What a pleasant smile!" Kizaru remarked as Namikaze Minato walked away.

"Hey, that's a guy, you know!" Shikaku Nara quipped, overhearing Kizaru's comment.

"I'm merely stating the facts. What are you usually watching, you pervert?" Kizaru retorted.

"It's time for us to gather at the playground!" Kiyoshi Yamakawa, who had remained silent until now, interrupted their banter.

"You're the real pervert," Shikaku Nara shot back, standing up alongside Kiyoshi Yamakawa and the others.

Kizaru followed suit, joining the trio as they left their seats and headed toward the playground together.

The school's playground was spacious, and upon arrival, the first-year elite class students formed an irregular circle around Teacher Kiyoshi Yamakawa.

The physical fitness test comprised two parts: a standard fitness assessment and a demonstration of ninja equipment proficiency.

First up was the fitness assessment, which involved running laps around the playground.

"Everyone, line up at the starting point and prepare to begin. Listen for my signal!" Kiyoshi Yamakawa commanded from amidst the students.

The students eagerly made their way to the starting line, eagerly awaiting the signal to start.

"Kisazu-san, I won't let you beat me this time!" Uchiha Inahura approached Kizaru confidently before the start of the test.

Due to their height difference, Uchiha Inahura had to crane his neck upward to address Kizaru, exuding the typical arrogance associated with the Uchiha clan.

"Well, you've got some greens stuck between your teeth," Kizaru remarked, his gaze directed downward toward Uchiha Inahura.

"What?" Uchiha Inahura paused momentarily before comprehending, his face flushing crimson in embarrassment.

"Hahaha!" Kizaru's laughter, though not particularly loud, resonated with those nearby, eliciting chuckles from the surrounding students.

Among them, Yoshihiko Shimura's laughter was the most pronounced.

Having grown increasingly annoyed with Uchiha Inahura's constant boasts about defeating "Brother Kizaru," Yoshihiko found the situation particularly amusing.

Accompanied by laughter, Uchiha Inahura's embarrassment only intensified, his cheeks turning even redder, his eyes seemingly on the verge of activating the Sharingan.

"You're going to regret that! Just wait until the competition!" Uchiha Inahura retorted angrily.

Kizaru nodded in agreement. "Looking forward to it!"

With that, Kizaru turned on his heel and walked away, paying no further attention to Uchiha Inahura as he made his way over to Shikaku Nara.

"Ugh, you're incorrigible!" Shikaku Nara remarked as Kizaru approached.

"What did I do now?" Kizaru asked innocently.

"That guy's about to explode with anger because of you!" Shikaku Nara gestured toward Uchiha Inahura, who stood fuming in the distance.

"Don't praise me too much. I'm just being a good classmate," Kizaru replied with a sheepish grin.

"You're impossible!" Shikaku Nara shook his head in exasperation..