Ch. 41Setting a Record (II)
Key Plot Points and Events
- Uchiha Obito informs Uchiha Yue about Hatake Kakashi's upcoming graduation exam, supervised by Sarutobi Shinsuke.
- Uchiha Yue decides to apply for graduation and watch Kakashi's exam.
- Hatake Kakashi's graduation exam begins; he fights Sarutobi Shinsuke, who toys with him but eventually declares him passed.
- Uchiha Yue arrives, greets Sarutobi Shinsuke, and requests to take his graduation exam immediately.
- Uchiha Yue taunts Hatake Kakashi, claiming he will become the youngest genin, surpassing Kakashi's record.
Character Developments
- Hatake Kakashi: Shows off his skills but is suppressed by Sarutobi Shinsuke. Regrets not settling his score with Uchiha Yue before becoming a genin.
- Uchiha Yue: Returns to the Ninja Academy for graduation, confident in his abilities after training with Tsunade. Shows arrogance and desire to outdo Hatake Kakashi.
- Sarutobi Shinsuke: Tests Hatake Kakashi's strength, then agrees to test Uchiha Yue without hesitation.
Significant Themes
- Competition and Rivalry: Uchiha Yue's desire to outdo Hatake Kakashi highlights the competitive nature of the ninja world.
- Growth and Maturity: Hatake Kakashi's reflection on his reckless behavior in the Academy suggests he's becoming more mature.
Character Interactions
- Uchiha Obito and Uchiha Yue: Obito is excited to see Yue and encourages him to challenge Hatake Kakashi.
- Hatake Kakashi and Uchiha Yue: Their rivalry intensifies as Yue taunts Kakashi about becoming the youngest genin.
- Sarutobi Shinsuke and Uchiha Yue: Shinsuke is happy to see Yue and agrees to test him immediately, showing trust in Yue's abilities.