Asuma, You're Worse Than Trash!

I understand, but I don't necessarily agree.

The Kakashi of today is clearly different from the one of the past, and also different from the one in the original timeline.

He didn't think White Fang had done anything wrong.

Similarly.

If there is a mission that would cause great losses to the country and the village, sometimes it is worth sacrificing oneself.

"However, making such a decision in that era actually required tremendous courage, and I still think my father was truly remarkable!"

Kakashi smiled and added another sentence.

He sat down to the side, looking very relaxed and at ease, not like he was facing a superior, but rather chatting and having heart-to-heart talks with Kyohiko, his partner, just like before.

"Let's go back to the previous question. You mentioned Feudal Lord and Hokage. Do you think some people would consider the Feudal Lord more important?"

"The previous Guardian Ninja, though manipulated by Danzo, ultimately stemmed from this very issue, didn't they?"

Kyohiko countered with a question.

Kakashi pondered for a few seconds, then nodded slightly.

That's absolutely true.

Regardless of the outcome or the intermediate result, the root cause lies in the fact that the descendants of the Feudal Lord and some nobles believed that Kyoto was more important.

He pondered for a long time, "I feel that, essentially, it's a question of who has the final say."

"That's right, the right to speak."

Kyohiko nodded.

Essentially, the Kyoto Noble Faction's desire to establish the Guardian Ninja is a matter of power and influence.

The nobles, led by Maru Ichikyu, believed that they were the core of the Land of Fire, not Konoha or the Hokage. They argued that anyone could train ninjas, and Konoha wasn't necessarily needed.

certainly.

The Feudal Lord and nobles of the Land of Water thought the same thing.

However.

They had no idea what ninja warfare was like.

When the ninjas from the ninja villages actually attack, all they can do is hope that their opponents won't be so ruthless and will leave them a little bit of leeway.

"The Land of Fire Feudal Lord is quite sensible; he knows exactly what he should do. As for this Guardian Ninja, frankly, it's just a lesson."

Kyohiko explained.

Although the current Feudal Lord is not old, he is already quite old and will likely remain in power for at most another twenty years or so.

What will happen if we don't cultivate them now, and wait until twenty years later?

While things are still going well, he can take some lessons and learn from his mistakes. That way, he can clean up the mess later on, which is better than him causing a major Land of Fire in the future after Maru Ichikyu comes to power.

At this point, Kyohiko paused.

"In a sense, Tsunade is doing something similar, but I'm more cautious and haven't done anything outrageous yet."

Compared to Maru Ichikyu, Kyohiko felt he was far too confident.

but...

Clearly, Kakashi didn't think so.

He hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped.

Kyohiko glanced at it. "What are you trying to say?"

"Uh, I don't think you're anything like 'steady.' People like the Third Hokage Jiraiya Teacher to be considered 'steady,' but now, Jiraiya has been influenced by Teacher and has become completely different."

Kakashi was speechless.

Kyohiko chuckled.

"That's called being steady? That's called being cowardly! Cowardice and steadiness are not the same. If four or five people want to beat me up, what's the use of begging for mercy? Grab one or two people and beat them until they're hurt and scared, then they won't dare to bully you!"

"Hmm... I've never experienced anything like this before, not even growing up..."

Kakashi's tone carried a hint of a smile.

That's the truth.

From a very young age, he was a well-known genius in the village. Even if others tried to gang up on him, they would be beaten to a pulp.

but.

He knew that Kyohiko's reasoning was correct.

A single punch can ward off a hundred!

Simply cowering won't solve the problem. Only by fighting, fighting until the other side feels pain and fear, can you truly achieve your own security. Otherwise, you'll be at peace one moment, only to be attacked again the next.

Kyohiko had discussed this principle before.

He stood up and said, "I can go and ask about the others, but Asuma, I think... it would be safer for you to go."

Kakashi scratched his head.

"You know, Asuma is a bit difficult to get along with these days, and I'm not very good at heart-to-heart talks. How about we let Shinnosuke- senpai do it?"

Even Might Guy thought Asuma was unfocused and not very promising.

Moreover, it was him.

Kakashi wasn't disgusted; he just didn't want to put in the effort in that area.

Kyohiko nodded. "Then I'll go."

Asuma is nothing, isn't that a piece of cake?

In the outskirts of Konoha, along the outer village road, a special road has been built.

From Jonin and Chunin to children, a group of people ran along the village road.

At the very front, a man roared, his morale soaring.

Even the children could keep up at their own pace, but behind them, Asuma walked slowly ahead, a look of absentmindedness on his face.

"Asuma!"

A shout came from behind.

Then, a figure quickly caught up.

What are you thinking about?

"It's nothing, you go ahead and run, I'll catch up soon."

"I'm already a lap ahead of you."

Might Guy was speechless.

Asuma paused for a moment, then didn't answer, simply running forward in silence. Kai shook his head, said something, and then continued running ahead, preoccupied with his own thoughts.

He needs to finish the run quickly so he can practice his Taijutsu!

Asuma sighed, then sat down to the side, watching the noisy crowd disappear into the distance, remaining silent for a long time.

He didn't even know what he was thinking.

that is...

I'm a little unsure why I'm working so hard.

Just then.

Feeling lost?

A voice sounded from behind him.

That sound...

Asuma was startled and immediately stood up to look behind him, his face showing disbelief followed by a hint of wariness.

What are you doing here?

"I heard something, so I came to see what it's like to admit defeat. You're really pathetic. You think you can surpass me, you piece of trash?"

Kyohiko had a bright smile on his face.

Bullying kids feels so good!

No matter how angry the other party is, they can't do anything about it, just like Asuma right now.

and.

Their thoughts are too easy to guess.

This was true for Sasuke Uchiha in the original timeline, and it is also true for Asuma Sarutobi in the present timeline.

Asuma gritted his teeth, got up, and ran forward.

A voice came slowly from behind.

"I'll give you a ten-second head start, but I'll catch up with you quickly."

"You!"

Asuma stopped in his tracks, turned around angrily, and glared at Kyohiko.

"You're stronger than me, you're more capable than me! Okay? Enough is enough! Don't bother me anymore! I don't want to see you!"

As he spoke, he threw out the fist blade from his waist.

Wind Style Chakra clung to it, sharp energy blades flickering within, but in the blink of an eye...

Kyohiko held it between his hands.

The blade did not cause him any harm.

"As a ninja who relies heavily on weapons, they are your second life, your comrades. Is this how you treat your fellow comrades?"

Kyohiko's gaze was icy.

Asuma opened his mouth, then lowered his head for a moment.

"Terribly sorry!"

"I still prefer the old you. At least back then you had goals and drive, not like now... a piece of trash! No, you're even worse than trash!"

Kyohiko threw the fist blade back.

Come on over here if you dare.

"Snort!"

Asuma picked up his fist blade and immediately charged at Kyohiko, but as he swung the blade, Kyohiko in front of him turned into a blur.

It's not Clone Technique, it's just that the speed is too fast!

Asuma looked up and quickly caught up using Body Flicker Technique.

One in front of the other.

Kyohiko didn't run too fast.

Soon, they arrived at a dense jungle.

Asuma gripped his fist blades with both hands, unleashing Wind Style Chakra blades that sliced through tree branches as he swiftly charged towards Kyohiko.

His speed...

To be honest, aside from Kyohiko, Kakashi, and Guy, he's pretty good compared to the others.

but.

Compared to the three of them, Asuma's speed seemed rather ordinary.

A sound like air being torn apart rang out beside Kyohiko, but no matter how hard Asuma tried, he couldn't hit Kyohiko, it was as if...

He can never beat his opponent!

A sense of dejection rose in Asuma's heart.

He understood.

I could never win; the opponent was too strong, so strong that there was no hope left.

Even if the opponent is severely injured...

Defeating him might be a piece of cake.

"If I were your enemy, and I were stronger than you, would you give up?"

"Give up? I haven't given up yet! I won't give up!"

Asuma gritted his teeth.

How could I possibly give up!

He swiftly swung his weapon, increasing his Chakra output, with only one thought in his mind—

Beat!

Defeat the opponent!

Laugh!

A voice rang out.

Kyohiko's clothes were torn, but...

The next moment.

Bang!

With a single palm strike, Asuma was sent flying.

Wind Style: Beast Wave Palm!

"Not bad, the Wind Style is pretty good."

"..."

Asuma held his breath and remained silent for a long time.

Wind Style...

Why!

How can this guy's Wind Release Ninjutsu be so powerful!

Is there any Ninjutsu this guy doesn't know?

"I kill you!"

Asuma's eyes turned red.

He rushed forward again, but was instantly grabbed by Kyohiko. While he was struggling, his other hand was caught in a sapling, and he was quickly hung upside down from the tree.

"Are you angry? Effort might not be of much use, but at least it will prevent you from falling too far behind. If you had worked harder normally, you wouldn't have lost so badly. Right now, you..."

"Trash! Even a red-tier character can beat you, believe it or not."

Kyohiko Body Flicker Technique under the tree.

Asuma struggled fiercely, showing no intention of responding.

"Alright, leave it hanging for a while, it will automatically untie, then you can go home by yourself."

"If you don't want to win, being an ordinary person for the rest of your life is perfectly fine."

Kyohiko put his hands in his pockets and walked slowly outside.

"What did you say?"

"I!"

"How is that possible...?"

Asuma spoke, he instantly rushed behind Kyohiko.

He used Wind Style to cut the vines binding his hands, but it was no use. The moment he got close to Kyohiko, an invisible Chakra current sent him flying.

A master-level Strength of a Hundred can unleash terrifying impact force from their entire body without any obvious movements.

It might not be enough to deal with Kage Level powerhouse, but against someone like Asuma, it's incredibly easy; it's practically toying with their level.

but.

Kyohiko's goal was not to drive Asuma completely insane.

After knocking Asuma.

He turned around and glanced at the other person out of the corner of his eye.

"If you want to become stronger, there's an opportunity coming up."

What opportunity?

"Want to become a Guardian Ninja? There's a Guardian Ninja training session coming up. If you're interested, go and participate. A change of environment, more observation, more practice, and more learning might change your mindset."

Kyohiko said.

He said calmly, "There, there are no titles like 'Son of the Hokage ' or 'Shinnosuke's younger brother.' You are just Asuma, an ordinary Guardian Ninja."

Asuma froze for a few seconds, somewhat incredulous.

"You..."

He was confused, partly because he couldn't keep up with Kyohiko, and partly because he couldn't find meaning in being a ninja and didn't know why he was a ninja.

For the sake of his father's and brother's expectations?

He hated it when people added various titles before his name, but others didn't seem to understand his feelings.

What he didn't expect was...

The person who understood him best was actually Kyohiko Yoshimine, the guy he considered an enemy.

He was stunned and remained silent for a long time.

"If you want to participate, you have to work hard. Otherwise, with your current level, even if you get in, people will think you got in through connections."

"Utter piece of trash!"

Kyohiko mocked again.

Then, he vanished instantly.

It's not the Flying Thunder God, but the most basic Body Flicker Technique.

Asuma stood frozen in place.

He stared at the blade in his hand, remaining silent for a long time.

Looking back, there was a moment when Asuma was deeply moved.

Kyohiko would never mock him for his status as "the son of three generations," but would only think that he was incompetent, had a bad mentality, and was self-destructive.

"Change the environment, Guardian Ninja?"

Asuma looked into the distance.

He gritted his teeth.

"Perfect! I'll go see what the differences are between the Feudal Lord and Kyoto!"

During his third term as Hokage, at his most disillusioned, he even felt that the position of Hokage shouldn't exist, and that the Land of Fire only needed a Feudal Lord.

Although he doesn't have similar thoughts now, Asuma really wants to see what the differences are between the Feudal Lord and Kyoto.

Will a group of ninjas in Kyoto make the Land of Fire a better place?

At that moment, Asuma seemed to have found his goal.

Ignoring the pain in his body, he quickly rushed along the path towards the mountain road.

Might Guy was running ahead when he soon saw Asuma Sarutobi rush past him.

He paused for a moment, then roared.

"Burning youthful passion! Asuma, let's have a duel! Whoever runs one hundred laps first, the loser runs fifty laps while doing a handstand!"

"Come, let's fight!"

The Hokage Office.

Tsunade was stunned.

She sensed that Kyohiko was within the Barrier's range, and casually monitored it, witnessing the scene between Kyohiko and Asuma.

Out of curiosity, I took a look...

result.

That kid Kyohiko beat Asuma up, and then said something that made Asuma a completely different person, instantly filled with fighting spirit!

How did he do that?

"Lady Tsunade, what are you looking at? So many documents..."

Shh! There's something more important than the documents!

Tsunade at the Crystal Ball.

Shizune leaned closer to take a look, and then her jaw dropped in astonishment.

"This, this is Asuma?"

Asuma and Might Guy ran quickly, one after the other, neither wanting to admit defeat, their spirits completely different from before.

If she changed her clothes, she would believe anyone who said it was Might Guy.

The Shizune was utterly shocking.

"How could this happen? Did someone cast a spell on him?"

"Psychotherapy!"

Tsunade muttered to herself.

He cured Asuma in no time; Kyohiko really understands psychology!