Chapter 19 : Genya vs Guy!!

"Genya, your coach told me a few days ago that your chakra control is very poor. He suggested that you focus only on Taijutsu in the future."

Senju Yumi looked at her son and repeated the key point, "But Taijutsu is tough and full of hardship. It's a difficult path. You need to think carefully about it."

As his mother, Senju Yumi wanted Genya to live a peaceful and safe life, just like his father—steady and secure.

"I'll stick with it!" Genya said, looking at his mother with a serious expression on his young face. Seeing the worry in her eyes, he added, "And Mom, I can perform ninjutsu now. In the future, I'll definitely become very strong—a master of ninjutsu!"

"You can perform ninjutsu?" A hint of surprise appeared in Senju Yumi's eyes.

Her son could perform ninjutsu? The coach had told her that Genya's chakra was unstable and that he couldn't control it.

But now he could?

"Yes, I can control the chakra in my body a little now, so I can perform ninjutsu!" Genya explained with a smile.

To convince his mother, he started forming hand seals and activated the flow of spiritual energy within his body.

Right now, his ability to perform ninjutsu without using hand seals was his own secret. He couldn't let anyone know about it yet. It was a way to protect himself.

He wouldn't reveal it unless absolutely necessary.

Even to his own mother, he wouldn't share this secret easily.

In a puff of smoke, two clones appeared beside Genya, both looking at Senju Yumi and calling out, "Mother!"

"This is the Clone Technique!"

Senju Yumi watched her son perform the Clone Technique, and hope began to shine in her eyes. Her son really could use ninjutsu.

Some children still hadn't learned any ninjutsu at the age of five or six, but her son had already mastered it.

And he did it on his first try.

Who could say her son had no talent for ninjutsu? At just three years old, he could already perform ninjutsu. That made him a genius.

"Mom, I'm going out now!" Genya said, noticing his mother's shocked expression. Without explaining further, he stopped, turned around, and left the yard.

He believed his mother would support his decision.

After leaving the courtyard, he started running along the path on the edge of Konoha. He wasn't going too fast, as if he was waiting for someone.

"Genya, here I come!" Just as Genya continued running, a figure appeared upside down, flashing a cheeky grin at him with all the arrogance in the world.

Genya glanced at him and quickened his pace.

"Hey, wait for me!" Might Guy shouted as he saw Genya speeding up and hurried to catch up.

And just like that!

The two ran around Konoha ten times before stopping in an open field.

A steep cliff loomed ahead of them. The cliff had a few edges and corners that someone could use as footholds, but because Genya was so small and the grips were far apart, it seemed especially unfair to him.

Despite this, Genya stared at the towering hundred-meter cliff, determination gleaming in his eyes.

"Are you sure you want to climb this?" Might Guy asked as he approached, glancing up at the cliff.

"Yes, it's the only way you'll accept my challenge!" Genya nodded firmly, his gaze unwavering.

"You're just a kid. Why do you want to challenge me?" Might Guy's mouth twitched in surprise. He hadn't expected such a bold request from someone so young. He had no interest in fighting a child, but Genya seemed determined.

So, a goal was set.

"I want to experience firsthand the power of a Jonin!" Genya said seriously, looking straight at Might Guy. "What? Are you backing out?"

"Of course not!" Might Guy blinked and then added, "But you can't use chakra to climb this cliff. You have to rely on your own strength."

"I know!" Genya nodded, his confidence evident.

The fact that he came here meant he was ready.

Might Guy suddenly thought of something. "Oh, and if you can't make it to the top, you'll have to wear the outfit I prepared for you. Then I'll accept your challenge!"

Outfit?

Hearing this, Genya's face twitched. He knew exactly what Might Guy meant—green spandex.

Genya absolutely did not want to wear that.

"I can definitely climb up!" Genya declared before leaping forward. His small fingers hooked onto a narrow crack in the cliff, gripping it with just his fingertips.

He paused for a moment, his eyes scanning for the next small protrusion on the rock face.

With a burst of strength, Genya hoisted himself up, grabbing onto the next ledge.

Step by step, he climbed.

As he ascended, the number of footholds diminished. Fortunately, Genya was naturally strong, allowing him to grit his teeth and continue despite the difficulty.

But now, he was in a tough spot.

He was about 1.8 meters away from the nearest ledge. With only his fingers gripping the rock, it was nearly impossible to reach the next spot through sheer strength.

"Hey, kid! This is way too high and dangerous!" Suddenly, Might Guy's head popped up beside him. He looked at Genya with innocent eyes and said, "Why don't you put on the outfit I prepared? Then I'll compete with you!"

"No way!" Genya refused. For the sake of his dignity, there was no way he would ever wear those tights.

When he imagined himself in a tight suit, Genya shuddered! The wild energy within him surged, and with renewed strength, he propelled himself forward, his body soaring through the air.

He landed steadily at the next foothold.

Bit by bit, Genya climbed the cliff, which was over a hundred meters high. After half an hour of effort, beads of sweat appeared on his face, but he finally reached the top.

"Success!" He wiped the sweat from his forehead, his face lighting up with joy. It was his first time scaling this cliff, and he had done it! And all without using chakra—just pure physical strength!

After a brief rest and a quick meal, Genya turned to Might Guy, his eyes burning with determination. "Let's start the competition!"

Might Guy sighed, looking at Genya. Then he said, "Alright, I'll grant your request. During the fight, I'll stand still, with one hand and one foot tied. If you can make me take even a single step back, you win!"

With that, Might Guy assumed a defensive stance.

"You said it..." Genya grinned, getting into his own fighting stance. "Here I come!"

In an instant, Genya dashed forward like a bolt of lightning.

His speed rivaled the Body Flicker Technique.

He aimed a kick straight at Might Guy's face!

Leaf Whirlwind!

Bang!

But even with his speed, Genya couldn't match Might Guy. As Genya's kick came in, Might Guy had already blocked it with one arm. 

"Your strength is impressive," Might Guy noted, "It's comparable to a Chunin's physical power. But for those of us who focus on taijutsu, this isn't enough. Starting tomorrow, we'll add weights to your training!"

While exchanging blows, Might Guy continued to point out Genya's weaknesses and areas for improvement.

Then, Might Guy swiftly reached to grab Genya's ankle, but Genya reacted quickly, using his core strength to flip his body.

He aimed a punch at Might Guy's abdomen.

"A sneak attack? Not bad, but you're still not quite there," Might Guy observed. He quickly lifted one knee, aiming it toward Genya's chest!

The speed was incredible!

Genya's pupils contracted as he reacted, gently placing his palm against the incoming knee.

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