Just as the shuriken was about to strike Kakashi, bang! Kakashi suddenly vanished from where he stood, and the shuriken only hit a substitution log.
Minagawa Uchiha and Kakashi traded offense and defense in rapid succession, leaving Second Pillar, who watched from the side, dizzy and overwhelmed. His fists had already clenched tightly, his eyes shining as he stared at the battlefield. He silently resolved that he would surpass them someday.
"They're so strong. I can't even make out what's happening half the time. Is this what a battle between experts looks like? I have to learn their techniques—especially that move with lightning coming from his hand. It's so cool.
"Once I learn all their techniques and defeat them, I'll be able to bring my brother back."
Without using his Mangekyō Sharingan or Wood Style, Minagawa Uchiha found himself gradually struggling more and more against Kakashi, who possessed extensive combat experience and was also familiar with fighting against the Sharingan.
What was more, Kakashi was known as the Copy Ninja. He had copied thousands of ninjutsu and possessed a complex, varied arsenal of responses, often catching Minagawa Uchiha completely off guard. After some time, Minagawa Uchiha could only raise his hand and admit defeat, looking thoroughly disheveled.
However, during that time, Minagawa Uchiha had not only copied many seemingly unimpressive yet highly practical ninjutsu through the Sharingan, but also learned much about the experience and timing involved in using taijutsu and ninjutsu. This was Kakashi's specialty, and it was also Minagawa Uchiha's greatest gain from this spar.
"Overall, your strength is quite good. It far exceeds what someone your age should possess.
"Your combat experience is somewhat lacking. At the beginning, you still had your own ideas and rhythm, but once I broke through your setup, you fell into a