Chapter 76: The Bathroom Is Not the Place
"Special training for students about to graduate and those with excellent performance…"
The Third Hokage fell into thought for a moment, then looked at Mugetsu with a smile.
"I think you're underestimating your own abilities, Mugetsu. How about this: based on your training plan, we also extend the opportunity to Genin who have already graduated this year. Those interested can join your special training."
Mugetsu bowed slightly.
"If Lord Third acknowledges me so highly, then I will do my best."
He truly didn't mind having too many students. In fact, he wished he could train hundreds a day.
According to his deductions, the number of students in a class affected the scale of his system rewards. That was likely why he received bonuses while teaching at the Ninja Academy. But when training Obito and the others, the student count didn't meet the threshold—so no extra rewards were triggered.
But if he gathered all the Fourth Grade students, added in outstanding students from other years, and included newly graduated Genin, the total could easily exceed three hundred.
Mugetsu wanted to know—would rewards increase dramatically with that many students?
"If you manage this training program well and improve the strength of the students and Genin," Hiruzen said with a light chuckle, "you won't even have to wait until year's end. You could be promoted to Special Jonin as soon as the training concludes."
If Mugetsu could replicate the same results he'd achieved with Class 1, Grade 1, then not just Special Jonin—Hiruzen was even considering appointing him head of the entire teaching corps.
However, if that were to happen, he would have to have a serious conversation with Danzo about Mugetsu's identity.
A Ninja Academy teacher could be part of Root. But the head of the teachers' corps? That would be politically impossible.
"I'll notify the Academy to cooperate with you. You'll take the lead on this," Hiruzen concluded.
Mugetsu offered a respectful bow, then headed to the backyard to collect Asuma for their usual weekend training.
"Teacher Mugetsu, are you really organizing special training?" Asuma asked, curious. He'd caught parts of the earlier conversation.
"Since Lord Third places so much trust in me, I can't afford to disappoint him," Mugetsu replied with a calm smile.
"Tch, I think the old man just wants to use you as free labor," Asuma muttered. "An entire grade's worth of students, plus graduated Genin? That's insane. And he didn't even mention anything about extra pay. If it's the same salary as regular school days, you're getting scammed, Sensei."
Mugetsu chuckled softly. If Asuma were one of his official disciples, his loyalty score would probably already be maxed out—he was even speaking out against the Hokage on his behalf.
"I don't teach for money," Mugetsu said gently. "I only want to help the students become better."
If it had been any other teacher saying those words, Asuma might have rolled his eyes and thought it was all for show.
But coming from Mugetsu, it just felt natural.
If Mugetsu cared only about pay, he wouldn't be putting so much effort into Asuma's weekend training. He could've easily slacked off, no one would've noticed.
"Then I'll definitely bring my teammates to train with you when it starts," Asuma said seriously. As a Genin who had just graduated, he felt a sense of responsibility—and loyalty.
In truth, Asuma didn't think Mugetsu was weaker than a Jonin. At least, his teaching skills were far superior to the Jonin currently guiding his team.
Every time he finished training with Mugetsu, he walked away with a real sense of progress.
One month of training under him would absolutely yield better results than their current Genin training schedule.
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"Kakashi, let's have a youthful and passionate competition!"
"I understand... but next time, can you not barge in while I'm taking a bath?" Kakashi muttered, clearly exasperated as he lounged in the tub, looking at Might Guy who had suddenly appeared.
Why was this guy's timing always so weird?
"Because I was training during the day. That's why I came at this time," Might Guy explained seriously.
"Then can you please leave the room first?" Kakashi said with a sigh, rubbing his temple.
Of his few friends, Kakashi really felt like only Rin acted normal.
Guy finally turned and walked out, but just as he reached the doorway, he glanced back curiously.
Clang!
A bottle flew straight at him, launched with precision by the annoyed Kakashi.
"Next time, I swear I'll set traps at the bathroom door!" Kakashi grumbled as he stepped out later, towel around his shoulders.
But Guy was already fired up, fists clenched and eyes burning with spirit.
"Kakashi, let's have another passionate battle! This time, I've gotten even stronger. If you let your guard down, you'll lose!"
"Let's head to the yard," Kakashi said coolly. "Hopefully your strength matches your enthusiasm."
"This time, I ranked first in my grade at the Ninja School, so don't underestimate me!" Guy said proudly, flashing his trademark thumbs-up.
"Isn't that something you get first place in just by showing up?" Kakashi replied flatly, having never lost a single exam himself.
The two made their way into the yard. As their eyes met, they nodded—no more words needed.
The fight began.
"Leaf Great Whirlwind!"
Guy didn't hesitate. Knowing how strong Kakashi was, he launched forward using a chakra-boosted burst of speed. The kick swept through the air like a cyclone.
Though he hadn't fully mastered the Body Flicker Technique, he could still mimic parts of its speed to enhance his movement.
"Hm? This speed…" Kakashi raised a brow.
He hadn't expected Guy to be that fast. He couldn't dodge in time and had to block with his forearm, sliding back a few steps from the impact.
But Guy wasn't finished. He surged forward again, aiming to keep Kakashi on the defensive and deny him the chance to weave hand seals.
Unfortunately, Kakashi wasn't Obito.
Soon, Guy realized that even in close combat—his specialty—he was gradually falling behind.
"Leaf Whirlwind!"
Kakashi countered with his own whirlwind kick, sending Guy flying across the yard. In a blink, he followed up with the Body Flicker and pressed a kunai to Guy's neck.
"Your Leaf Whirlwind is a bit off," Guy said earnestly, even while flat on the ground.
"As long as it gets the job done," Kakashi replied, slipping the kunai back into its pouch.
He had only seen Guy use it a few times. No way he could replicate it perfectly yet. But that didn't matter—what mattered was teaching Guy a lesson for barging into his bath.
Yet... even after being defeated with his own Taijutsu specialty, Guy didn't look frustrated at all.
"As expected of my eternal rival... You're too strong!" Guy beamed, as if he'd just won.
Kakashi stared at him, speechless.
Anyone watching from the outside would've thought Guy had been the one who came out victorious.
"I'll be even stronger next time we fight!" Guy declared, already fired up again. With that, he gave Kakashi a nod and ran off to train.
"…Guy's improving a lot faster than before," Kakashi mused, watching his retreating back.
That first kick earlier… It had actually shaken him a little.
That definitely wouldn't have happened a month ago.
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