Observation

Regardless of what conclusions Yichen and Ikura draw from the data, the final decision will depend on the students' actual performance.

The two first passed by the classrooms of each graduating class, observing the overall situation of the students in each class.

Originally, there were no more theoretical classes for graduating students. Today's class was perhaps added by the teacher to facilitate Yichen and the others' observation. In this class, the teacher explained some relatively profound content and encouraged the students to speak up.

To be honest, the students were indeed very enthusiastic, especially those in the Regular Class. They knew that in terms of practical skills, they were definitely not as good as the students in the Advanced Class. If they could win the favor of the two seniors, Yichen and Ikura, through their theoretical knowledge, that would be even better.

Of course, the teachers also considered that there were only two of them, Yichen. What if a student's insightful answer wasn't heard by the two of them? So the teachers required that the students not only stand up to answer, but also write their answers on paper, which the teachers would then pass on to Yichen and Ikura.

To be honest, Yichen was quite interested in this idea. If he had known the teachers would do this, Yichen might have even taken the initiative to create a few questions.

So Yichen and Yichen chatted while listening attentively to the sounds of students answering the teacher's questions coming from the classrooms.

"Teacher, I think the key to throwing Kunai is prediction. We must master the art of using Kunai the enemy's evasion direction, and step by step lead the enemy into the trap we have planned in advance."

"Teacher, although Medical Ninjutsu is a support-type Ninjutsu, the Chakra Scalpel is a weapon that can both save lives and kill people. I believe that Medical Ninja should not always rely on the protection of their teammates, but should learn to protect themselves."

"Teacher, the essence of Chakra is the manifestation of both physical and spiritual energy. The attributes of the body determine a ninja's Chakra attributes. Since the body is fixed, does that mean Chakra is also fixed, and a ninja's potential is also fixed?"

One after another, the students' peculiar remarks reached Yichen and Ikura's ears. Most of what the students said might seem very sophisticated to their level, but to Yichen and Ikura, it seemed very naive and simple.

However, there were also some issues that Yichen and Ikura had not considered, and some students' insights aligned well with Yichen and Ikura's ideas.

For example, regarding the question about the upper limit of ninjas, another student provided an answer based on their own understanding.

"I believe there is a limit to what a ninja can achieve, but that limit can be broken. The key to breaking through that limit lies in Wind Release: Breakthrough. Because Chakra is composed of both Mental Energy and physical energy, I think there are two ways to break through the shackles. One is to seek spiritual sublimation, and the other is to find a way to achieve physical Wind Release: Breakthrough."

This answer was very close to Yichen's theory. After hearing this answer, Yichen deliberately observed the student a few more times.

This is a girl, not very tall, with bright eyes. Judging from her appearance, her physical fitness is probably average. Perhaps it is precisely because of her average physical fitness that she sought to Wind Release: Breakthrough, which eventually led to this theory. It's just unknown whether she has taken any action to implement this theory.

After thinking for a moment, Yichen sent a signal to the teacher in that classroom. This teacher was a Chunin. Although he had been teaching at the school for many years and had been far away from the battlefield, Chunin. He immediately noticed Yichen, who was disguised as Yoshiwara, gesturing to him.

Unsure of what Yoshiwara was up to, the Chunin teacher had everyone write their answers on paper, then casually walked out of the classroom. He then formed Hand Seals, creating a clone that remained in place, while his main body walked towards Yichen.

Seeing the teacher approach, Yichen asked, "Senior, I am Yichen. What is the name of the girl who answered earlier? Could you please have her write down her thoughts in detail?"

Before the teacher could even ask a question, he heard Yichen's words. He quickly understood what Yichen meant, and then, overjoyed, immediately replied, "No problem, I'll arrange it right away. By the way, this student's name is Ogura Saki." After saying that, the teacher hurriedly turned and went back.

He knew that if Ogura Saki's answer satisfied Yichen, then the opportunity to change his fate was probably just around the corner.

Watching the teacher walk away, Yichen shook his head, then flipped through the thick stack of documents in his hand and found information about Ogura Saki. Ikura, also curious, came over to take a look.

Well, Ogura Saki's grades are actually much better than Matsutani Shinya's; she's a hard-working genius. The little girl is very competitive. When she first entered school, her ranking in the class wasn't high, but after a few years of study, her grades are now among the top in this Regular Class.

However, her physical talent is indeed not very good. Her Chakra reserves are a major weakness, which is also related to her humble background. Her father was a Genin, and her mother was a commoner who only attended the Ninja Academy but did not graduate.

Therefore, her physical potential is relatively low, which manifests as poor physical fitness. However, the little girl is quite clever and has devised many techniques for using hidden weapons, so her ranking in actual combat is not low.

Yichen had noticed this little girl before; after all, the fact that she could significantly improve her class ranking through her own efforts showed that she was indeed a very hardworking student. This kind of student is worth nurturing.

However, the information describes that Ogura Saki is skilled in throwing concealed weapons, which is Yichen's weakness. Therefore, she was directly removed from Yichen's first choice list last night.

However, after hearing what Ogura Saki, Yichen felt it was necessary to observe the little girl further.

Ikura reacted quickly. After reviewing the information, she first frowned, then asked speculatively, "Do you think this Ogura Saki, like you, will choose Chakra Fusion to develop her own Kekkei Genkai?"

Yichen nodded and said, "I hope so. If she really thinks that way and is working towards it, then it can be said that this Ogura Saki will be the most suitable disciple for me."

Yichen's studies were diverse, but the main theme was always the same: to fuse Chakra, develop bloodline limits, and elevate the level of life.

Of Yichen's three disciples, Kawakita's learning relies primarily on his talent. Although Yichen has provided considerable external assistance to Kawakita's qualitative progress depends solely on his talent. Yichen's help has been minimal; in contrast, Purple Lightning has taught Kawakita a great deal.

Kajiyamari and Yichen are most similar in their development of Ninjutsu. He is making good progress in developing Ninjutsu, and it is estimated that he will achieve results soon.

Tomoko made the most progress, but although her progress was related to Yichen, it was essentially unrelated. Yichen simply brought out her hidden talent.

None of the three resembled Yichen as much as this Ogura Saki. Of course, this is on the premise that Ogura Saki's subsequent answer satisfies Yichen.

Forcing himself to watch Ogura Saki's response, Yichen continued selecting disciples with Ikura. After all, even if Ogura Saki were accepted as a disciple by Yichen, the number would still not be enough.

As they walked, they listened to the students' answers. Before long, Ikura encountered a student who interested him. One student's understanding of Earth Release surprised Ikura.

This understanding doesn't significantly improve a student's actual skill level, but it's very useful for their future development. Especially after becoming Jonin or even Elite Jonin, it allows a ninja to develop their own unique fighting style—a style that perfectly suits their strengths.

This is very important. Yichen's current strength is mediocre because he lacks this kind of fighting style. Yichen has the Light-Weight Rock Technique and the Camouflage Jutsu, which are originally very suitable for sneak attacks. But unfortunately Yichen does not have a powerful strike method that can be used for sneak attacks.

Whether it's A-rank Ninjutsu, Sword Qi, or even Porcelain Release, it will expose Yichen immediately, and none of these methods have the power that most enemies cannot withstand.

When facing an opponent of the same level, Yichen's only option is to slowly wear them down.

Therefore, Ikura was very excited when he heard the student's answer, because not only did the student have this understanding, but more importantly, the student was also skilled in Earth Release, which matched Ikura's own abilities perfectly.

Yichen teased from the side, "What, have you decided on the first spot?"

Ikura smiled and nodded. Regardless of the student's other talents, his understanding of Earth Release alone was enough for Ikura to accept him as a disciple.

Following Ikura Yichen out the teacher of the class. During this process, Yichen glanced at the class number, then seemed to remember something, and took out Matsutani Shinya's information.

"It seems like Matsutani Shinya."

Then Yichen and Ikura looked into the classroom together, and almost at the same time, they both knew which one was Matsutani Shinya.

Because he was the only one in the class who seemed uninterested, and even looked a little sleepy.

The two exchanged a glance, both speechless. Everyone else was trying their best to show off their talents, while he just lay there doing nothing.

After the teacher arrived, Ikura first asked the name of the student from earlier, and Yichen confirmed that the strange-looking person was indeed Matsutani Shinya before the two left.

As they walked, the two simultaneously looked at the student's information: Nakada Tatsunori. His strength was quite good for Regular Class, similar to that of Ogura Saki, and he was also among the top students.

However, Nakada Tatsunori is better at practical application, while his theoretical grades are somewhat weaker. If it weren't for his theoretical classes dragging him down, his ranking would be even higher.

After walking for a while, the two arrived at the area for the Advanced Class. Yichen was still short at least one spot, while Ikura was short two. Moreover, the two people Ikura originally valued most were in the Advanced Class.

However, the theoretical lessons in the Advanced Class did not give the two of them a sense of enlightenment.

But that's okay, there's still the practical class in the afternoon.