Chapter 5: Doubled Physique, Team 9 in Shock!

Due to Kakashi's departure, the second gathering of Team 9 came to an end.

After sending Rin home, on the way, Obito complained to Hanako again.

"Do you see that? The genius ninja? He didn't even say goodbye when he left."

"And you even gave him your lunch!"

"We should team up and kick Kakashi out of Team 9."

Obito waved his fist, venting his dissatisfaction while punching the air.

He felt that his brilliance was completely overshadowed by Kakashi—cold, acting cool, and even more handsome than him!

Obito couldn't bear it.

Likewise, he believed that his good buddy Hanako couldn't stand it either.

In response to Obito's reaction, Hanako couldn't be bothered to respond.

But after all, they were the "left-behind duo" who had been through hardships together in the Ninja Academy.

If he didn't give any response, it wouldn't be fair.

So, Hanako thought seriously for a moment.

"I think you should work hard to train now!"

"Huh?" Obito's face looked dumbfounded, as if he heard something unbelievable.

You, the last-ranked, want me to work hard in training?

Where's your face?

Before Obito could retort, Hanako continued.

"I'm going home to train too."

After saying that, he put his hands in his pockets and walked away.

Leaving behind a bewildered Uchiha Obito standing in place.

Unbeknownst to Obito, Hanako, upon returning home, immediately laid down on a chair in the yard and took a nap.

He slept until midnight.

In the early hours of the morning.

In Hanako's anticipation, the system's voice rang out again.

"Start daily random doubling!"

"Doubling of physique!"

Hearing this voice, Hanako's gaze shifted downward, looking at the attribute panel.

Name: Hanako

Age: 12

Strength: 11 (9+2)

Physique: 18 (9*2), Genin level

Agility: 20 (18+2), Genin level

Spirit: 20

Chakra: 69

Skills: None

Ninjutsu: None

Overall Strength Evaluation: Novice Genin

Looking at all his four attributes surpassing the single digits, Hanako was delighted.

As for the strength evaluation column, he naturally ignored it.

Next, he pondered with his chin resting on his hand.

"Doubling of physique also increased my strength and agility accordingly."

"Therefore, among the four attributes, physique has the highest cost-effectiveness."

Clutching his fist, Hanako could feel that his body had become much stronger.

To celebrate his newfound strength, he specially prepared a sumptuous midnight feast to reward himself.

After all, now was the time for growth, and eating more had its benefits.

A brand new day arrived.

Training Ground 9.

"Hey! Hanako, you're late again!"

Obito waved his arm, his voice loud and clear.

As if afraid that others wouldn't hear it.

"Hanako, what's the reason for your lateness today?"

Minato Namikaze had a serious expression, and his tone was quite solemn.

Being late once was okay, but how could you be late two times in a row?

Do you think you're still in the Ninja Academy?

Questioned by Sensei Minato, Hanako rubbed his stomach, hung his head, and appeared listless.

"Sensei, I ate too much last night and couldn't sleep all night because I was too full."

After saying that, he looked up, revealing two dark circles under his eyes.

Minato Namikaze: "..."

At this moment, Minato Namikaze really wanted to ask, "Are you a pig? Don't you know when you're full?"

"Eating, eating too much?" Rin in the lineup covered her mouth, her eyes widened in astonishment.

"You think you're Rin, able to eat so much!" Obito couldn't help but laugh and blurt out.

As soon as he finished speaking, he realized it was inappropriate and quickly shut his mouth.

"Obito, don't speak nonsense. I didn't have breakfast yesterday, and Hanako's cooking is delicious." Rin spoke up to explain.

"Childish!" Kakashi glanced at Obito with a cold tone.

"Wait a minute! Kakashi, why are you looking at me? Shouldn't you be looking at Hanako?" Obito looked bewildered, shouting loudly.

Hanako is the one who's late, what do you mean by saying "childish" to me?

Astonished by Obito's explosion, Kakashi didn't even spare him a glance, still exuding extreme arrogance.

"Kakashi! I've tolerated you for a long time. I want to duel you!"

"Ahem..."

Hanako coughed at the right moment, giving a reminder.

"Alright, I'll let it slide this time!" Taking the signal, Obito once again found an excuse for himself.

In the field.

Minato Namikaze covered his forehead, his mind buzzing.

He finally realized that the small team

They needed a mediator, and that person was Hanako.

Without him, Team 9 would probably not last long.

The commotion ended, and Minato Namikaze began to announce the task for the day.

"The only task for today is to demonstrate your physical skills and ninjutsu!"

"Only by understanding each other can you cooperate more effectively."

"This is crucial for you when you go into battle in the future!"

After pointing this out, Minato Namikaze looked at Kakashi and signaled him.

After all, Kakashi was recognized as a genius. Starting with him would inspire the others behind him.

Under everyone's gaze, Kakashi stepped forward from the lineup.

Under his silver hair, his face looked stern as he slowly raised his right hand.

"Swordsmanship!"

As these two words were spoken, a short sword appeared in his hand.

Swoosh!

In the blink of an eye, he vanished and reappeared several meters away.

Tree trunks fell as they were easily cut by the short sword.

The cut surfaces turned black.

When Kakashi returned to the lineup, Obito stared wide-eyed.

Rin had a face full of admiration.

Hanako yawned.

"Is that all? What about ninjutsu?" Hanako, puzzled, spoke up.

Weren't we supposed to demonstrate both physical skills and ninjutsu? Why did Kakashi only demonstrate swordsmanship and not the other two?

"It's not just swordsmanship, it also involved Lightning Style!" Minato Namikaze couldn't stand it anymore and corrected.

To prevent another commotion, he directly signaled Hanako to demonstrate.

Compared to Kakashi's brief display, Obito's performance was much more dynamic.

He started with a series of Uchiha physical techniques, then began forming hand seals and spat out a small fireball.

Hanako estimated the diameter of the fireball and thought it was quite impressive, reaching a staggering 30 centimeters.

Next was Rin, who threw a shuriken that accurately hit a large tree three meters away.

Finally, it was Hanako's turn.

Under the watchful eyes of the four of them.

Hanako walked out of the lineup casually, tilted his head and thought for a moment.

"Physical skills, hmm..."

"Ninjutsu, hmm..."

"Demonstration complete!"

After saying that, he returned to the lineup.

The four of them were collectively dumbfounded.