Chapter 21: Senior Sister and Seniors 

"Oh right, I almost forgot."

Gradually approaching Inari, Yu seemed to suddenly remember something, and a devilish smile crept onto his lips.

"I told you last time, if there's a next time, I'll strike through your head with a single blow..."

After saying this, Yu's right index finger gently lifted, pointing at Inari's head as if it were a gun.

"N-No... Please don't kill me..."

Looking at Yu's finger pointed at his own head, Inari's expression had completely collapsed due to fear.

He could already imagine that if Yu executed this move, his head would undoubtedly be smashed like a watermelon.

"Bang!!"

With a mischievous glint in his eyes, Yu looked at Inari, who was about to wet his pants.

Suddenly, Yu intentionally made a gunshot-like sound with his mouth.

Immediately, Inari collapsed to the ground in front of him.

His eyes rolled back, and froth began to emerge from his mouth. He had actually fainted from fear due to Yu's intimidation!

...

"Tsk... Easily frightened."

"I wonder how such a guy is going to become a ninja in the future..."

Glancing at Inari, who had fainted in front of him, Yu disdainfully curled his lips and shifted his gaze to the Pineapple-haired boy standing next to him, who seemed completely stunned.

"By the way, I haven't asked for your name."

Since a while ago, Yu had been feeling like he had seen this kid somewhere before. However, he couldn't quite place it; something seemed off about his face.

"I-I... My name is Iruka, Iruka Umino..."

Seeing Yu's gaze fixed on him, the Pineapple-haired boy seemed to awaken from a dream, stuttering and barely able to complete a sentence.

Although he was three years younger than Yu, witnessing the extraordinary power Yu had just displayed left the Pineapple-haired boy astonished. He had never imagined that newcomers to the ninja school could achieve such a level.

Iruka?

So, it's him!

Upon hearing the Pineapple-haired boy utter his name, Yu suddenly realized.

It was because there was one less horizontal scar on his nose; that's why Yu couldn't recognize him right away.

Iruka Umino – the original series' Chunin teacher at the Leaf Village Ninja School, responsible for Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, and others.

He was also Naruto's first life mentor. His parents, who were Jonin Ninjas, had both died in the Nine-Tails attack.

Even though his abilities were average, he played a crucial role in Naruto Uzumaki's growth.

"Iruka, huh..."

Examining the Pineapple-haired boy named Iruka, Yu's delicate face couldn't help but reveal a hint of helplessness.

"Getting bullied by two ninja school students, you're quite useless, aren't you?"

Indeed, Iruka's parents were Jonin Ninjas from the Leaf Village.

However, in the original series, Iruka's abilities could only reach the level of a regular ninja school Chunin student. He couldn't even beat someone like Mizuki, who was also a Chunin student ninja.

From the perspective of a transmigrator, Iruka's abilities were indeed disappointing to the audience and his parents.

"But there's nothing to be done..."

"Not everyone is born with the natural talent for being a ninja like you."

Feeling the contemptuous gaze from Yu, Iruka forced a bitter smile.

As someone who had average ninja talent from birth, he indeed felt that he had let his Jonin Ninjas parents down.

"But my dream..."

"My dream is to become a teacher at the Ninja School in the future. That would make me content!"

However, as soon as he mentioned his future dream,

The immature face of Young Iruka immediately lit up with a radiant and eager expression.

"Alright, alright... If it makes you happy!"

Watching Young Iruka's face radiate with the light of his dreams, Yu couldn't help but roll his eyes.

Considering that he would be the homeroom teacher for future main characters, Yu didn't have the heart to discourage him.

"Mitarashi Anko and Uzuki Yugao..."

Turning his attention to the side, Yu looked at Mitarashi Anko and Uzuki Yugao.

Noticing that the sticky substances under their feet were gradually dissipating, Yu's lips curved into a slight smile.

"Anyway, thank you for today."

After all, these two girls had come all the way to try to stop Inari and protect the newcomer to the Ninja School.

Although their efforts hadn't been very helpful, it was only polite to express gratitude, right?

Yes, it was a matter of courtesy.

"You impolite brat!"

However, as soon as Yu's words came out, a cross-shaped mark suddenly appeared on Mitarashi Anko's forehead. She clenched her teeth and said, "You should address us as Senior Sisters or Seniors!"

"Sure, Anko. Goodbye"

Nevertheless, Yu completely ignored Mitarashi Anko's furious glare, turned around with a playful smile on his face, and said, "I should be going now. You and Senpai Yugao can handle this mess here."

"If we have a chance, see you next time!"

With these words, Yu left a departing silhouette for the two girls and Iruka to see.

"Damn..."

"What an arrogant little brat!"

Staring daggers at Yu's retreating figure, Mitarashi Anko's bright eyes were filled with malevolence. She gritted her teeth and said, "He called you 'Senpai,' and me, 'Red Bean'..."

"Hee hee hee hee..."

Seeing Mitarashi Anko beside her grinding her teeth in anger, the charming and lovely Uzuki Yugao couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh softly.

Her gaze, however, was quietly fixed on Yu's silhouette, which was gradually disappearing under the setting sun. A strange ripple of emotion stirred in her heart.

Yakushi Yu...

He's truly an interesting person.

...

Time flowed like grains of sand through one's fingers, passing day by day.

Ever since becoming a student at the Ninja School, Yu had been diligently studying ninja theory and basic knowledge within its walls.

Transformation, Shadow Clone, and Substitution Jutsu had all been mastered proficiently by Yu. These were basic but highly practical ninja arts that could often turn the tide of battle.

However, to everyone's surprise, the Uchiha clan's genius, Shisui Uchiha, began to show his astounding talent as soon as he entered the Ninja School.

Whether it was Ninjutsu, Taijutsu, weapons, or ninja theory, Shisui Uchiha excelled in all areas, ranking at the top of his class in the Ninja School.

But what surprised everyone even more was that despite his exceptional abilities, Shisui Uchiha only managed to secure the second position in the school rankings.

The coveted first place was firmly held by a previously unknown commoner ninja named Yakushi Yu.

This was truly a shocking development.

As a result, many curious people started asking around to find out who this mysterious Yakushi Yu was.

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