This is called a water wall?

"My lord, it seems you don't need to worry about Kyoichi, but rather about my daughter and Asuma..."

Kurenai's Father's expression was complicated.

Kyoichi was indeed formidable!

Before the "test" even began, all sorts of psychological evaluations were already being administered, making it even more excessive than the Third Hokage's bell training.

Pass?

Pass my ass!

If Shisui and Kurenai chose not to take the test, all three of them would be sent back to the Ninja Academy.

"Haha, Kurenai's Father, you don't need to worry. You should have confidence in your own child. Look at me... Asuma is like this, and I'm still very calm, aren't I?"

The Third Hokage chuckled, puffing on his pipe. Before him was a crystal ball displaying the scenes of Kyoichi, Shisui, and the other two.

It was indeed a dirty trick.

This kind of psychological test evaluated their understanding and recognition of their comrades. If they couldn't even pass this hurdle, then there was no point in considering them as ninjas.

Of course.

Different people had different thoughts, but Kyoichi's intention in setting this test was likely this.

"Yes, I was letting my concern cloud my judgment."

Kurenai's Father nodded.

He should trust his daughter. He felt his daughter would know how to choose. As for that Uchiha...

He wasn't optimistic.

The Uchiha clan was too detached from the rest of Konoha.

However.

The next moment, he realized he had worried unnecessarily.

"Test!"

"Of course, we'll test."

"Tha... Thank you!"

Asuma bowed deeply. Although he didn't understand what was going on, he knew one thing—according to his teacher's words, Shisui and Kurenai were participating in the test because of him.

"You're all taking it?"

Kyoichi deliberately put on a stern face, his eyes carrying a hint of killing intent as he pressured the three of them.

The expressions of the three changed slightly.

However.

Not a single one of them backed down.

"Very good. The hourglass is the limit. If you can't hurt me, everyone except Shisui will be sent back to the Ninja Academy."

Kyoichi smiled as he took out an hourglass.

Then.

He flipped it over!

Whoosh

Instantly, the three of them used the Body Flicker Technique to leave.

Acceptable.

At least there were no idiots among them.

Kyoichi stretched lazily and slowly walked towards the forest. If the three of them had chosen to confront him head-on, he would have seriously considered sending all three of them back to the Ninja Academy for remedial training.

"Time is short, we... will temporarily make Shisui the captain. What about the code word and tactics?"

Kurenai Yuhi knew she wasn't cut out for this.

However.

Asuma clearly wasn't either, at the moment.

It had to be Shisui.

"Me?"

Shisui was also stunned. He was only five years old, and they were making him a temporary captain...

The pressure was immense!

But.

He took a deep breath, and soon, an idea formed in his mind.

Let's do it the way the Guard Unit does!

"The code word will be hand signals. I'll give a few simple signals. As for tactics, you two will keep them occupied head-on, while I'll engage in hit-and-run attacks. Don't be afraid of hurting the teacher..."

"Scared? I'm afraid I can't hurt him."

Asuma gave a wry smile.

He just hoped he wouldn't be a burden; otherwise, being kicked back to the Ninja Academy would be truly humiliating.

"Then it's decided. We'll set up traps first, then try to create an opportunity with Genjutsu, and assess the situation before engaging. Once we decide to fight, we can't consider retreating."

Shisui and Kurenai were both masters of Genjutsu.

Genjutsu definitely couldn't be abandoned.

As for retreating or evading, they didn't believe they were stronger than Kanda Kyoichi. To defeat Kyoichi in that regard was wishful thinking.

After formulating their strategy, they quickly changed positions.

"Not bad, very orderly."

Kyoichi chuckled softly.

Among the three, Kurenai was responsible for sensing and reconnaissance, while the other two discussed tactics.

After walking this path, he hadn't found any trace of the three.

Of course.

This was because Kyoichi didn't want to cheat.

If he really wanted to find them, a simple Chakra Sensing would reveal their location.

This was an exam, not a real fight to the death.

The cat had to play with the mouse slowly.

He strolled casually through the forest, but in reality, he was heading precisely towards where Uchiha Shisui and the others had retreated.

Asuma clenched his kunai, his palms already sweating.

Even though Kyoichi hadn't made a move, nor even gotten close, the pressure he exerted by steadily compressing their space to survive was immense!

"Attack?"

Kurenai made a gesture.

But.

She was quickly stopped by Shisui.

It wasn't the right time.

Attacking now would undoubtedly lead to defeat!

They had to wait for a better opportunity.

Shisui pondered deeply.

However...

Before long, Kyoichi approached step by step, and the first to be targeted was Kurenai's position. If they didn't act soon, when Kyoichi got even closer, he might discover them and launch a surprise attack.

"Attack."

"Demonic Illusion: Tree Binding Death!"

Kurenai immediately formed hand seals.

Genjutsu activated!

Kyoichi froze on the spot, seemingly caught in the illusion.

Shisui quickly moved to Asuma's side. Both formed hand seals simultaneously, and the next moment, an immensely large fireball erupted, completely engulfing Kyoichi's location.

The Great Breakthrough combined with the Great Fireball, multiplying its power!

However.

"Above!"

Kurenai reported immediately.

The Genjutsu had been broken!

She immediately sensed his position, but Kyoichi's location sent a chill down her spine.

Substitution Technique?

So fast!

Asuma stared blankly. With this speed, could he really hurt him?

However.

There was no time to think now.

"Scatter!"

Shisui retreated rapidly.

Just then, a streak of light flashed by.

Although Asuma tried his best to resist, Kyoichi's immense strength still sent him flying.

Mid-air, he managed to activate the Substitution Technique.

Too fast!

Shisui had no choice but to turn back and intervene. He threw a smoke bomb, and in the next moment, "Asuma" and the other two retreated in one direction from within the smoke.

"Ninjutsu Chapter."

"Water Release: Water Wall Technique!"

Kyoichi didn't pursue. Instead, he directly formed hand seals.

The next moment, a massive water wall rose from all sides, directly separating Kurenai, who hadn't managed to escape in time.

Kurenai's Father, watching secretly from the shadows, was speechless.

"This Water Release... is too outrageous!"

A Water Wall Technique?

This thing could practically encircle the Hokage Building. If you were even a little slow, you wouldn't be able to escape.

Outrageous!

Kurenai was anxious.

She had retreated at full speed, but she hadn't expected to be separated.

"As a support ninja, you must always pay attention to your positioning and personal safety during combat, because you are very likely my first target!"

Whoosh~

A kick.

Kurenai dodged using the Substitution Technique.

However.

The next moment, she found a kunai at her throat.

"You're out."

Kyoichi handed the kunai to her.

Kurenai looked annoyed.

She knew her speed was too slow, which had left an opening.

The water curtain fell.

Asuma and Shisui, who had already circled back, instantly retreated upon seeing this.

However.

"Swordsmanship Chapter: Iaido!"

One moment he was in place, the next, his sword was out, and he was in front of Asuma.

There was no time to dodge!

Before Shisui could rescue him, Asuma's shoulder was grazed by the flat of the blade.

"Only you are left. So, Genjutsu Chapter..."

What?

A sword gleam?

Shisui was startled and quickly looked away, but his vision swam.

Was I hit? How is that possible!

He quickly dispelled the genjutsu, but by the time he regained his senses, a sword was at his throat.

The gap is too huge!

"Well, I'm still unharmed. Clearly, you couldn't complete the mission. Kurenai, Asuma, you'll have to return to the academy, or... Shisui, if you're willing to give up your spot, I can consider giving the three of you another chance to test."

Kyoichi looked at them with a smile.

The atmosphere was dead silent.

The gap is too huge! Is this the strength of a Jonin?