Who is Hyuga Kagami?

Hokage's Office.

"Hokage-sama, Hyuga Kagami and Uchiha Itachi have applied for the Genin exam!"

The supporting teacher's expression was respectful and adoring!

Before him was the strongest Hokage in history!

"The Hyuga and Uchiha clans?"

"It seems to be two geniuses, but Ichiro, you should know what it means to apply for the Genin exam in advance, right?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen's expression was calm as he took a puff of his pipe.

His gaze inadvertently fell on the two's profiles.

More accurately... it was Uchiha Itachi!

Uchiha Itachi?

This should be the young man who inherits the Will of Fire, as Shisui mentioned. I can pay more attention to him.

As for Hyuga Kagami... where did he come from???

Fifth from the bottom in terms of grades?

Hmm...

His willpower is very strong!

"Yes, Hokage-sama. Applying for the Genin exam in advance means fighting against two Genin!"

Ueno Ichiro said, "Although they might not pass, I think they should be given a chance!"

"After all, during the Third Shinobi World War, it was common for seven or eight-year-old children to go to the battlefield!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded, but sighed.

"Alright."

"I will personally observe the match then. Also, what is your evaluation of these two?"

He looked up at Ueno Ichiro.

To spread the Will of Fire, one must first understand the character of the young people!

"Uchiha Itachi is a genius, always maintaining the top rank in his class, while Hyuga Kagami..."

He paused, sounding somewhat uncertain, "His grades are very stable!"

"He might want to become stronger, but he is from the Hyuga branch family and has already been branded with the Caged Bird Seal."

Ueno Ichiro sighed.

Branded with the Caged Bird Seal.

What's the difference from a prisoner?

"I understand. You may withdraw."

Sarutobi Hiruzen's expression was calm as he said indifferently.

Being from the Hyuga branch family, his value was much less than Uchiha Itachi's. His eyes were deep, like a secluded spring.

Early the next morning.

Training Ground No. 1.

Although Konoha had many training grounds, there was only one that truly represented Konoha: Training Ground No. 1!

Whether it was the Konoha Chunin Exams or other official events, they were all held in Training Ground No. 1, and the Genin exam was no exception!

On the high platform, Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo were seated!

"Not only is the Genin exam harder than in the Naruto storyline, but after becoming a Genin, there are also different choices, right?"

Hyuga Kagami's Byakugan flickered.

Sarutobi Hiruzen, as the Hokage, appearing here was undoubtedly to carry out the brainwashing mission of instilling the Will of Fire from childhood.

But what he didn't expect was that the cunning old fox Shimura Danzo was also here!

"This means that if they perform well, they can choose to follow Sarutobi Hiruzen or Shimura Danzo?"

Hyuga Kagami's lips curled up. This was interesting.

"Hokage-sama, Danzo-sama, Hyuga Kagami and Uchiha Itachi have arrived."

Ueno Ichiro said respectfully.

"Hahaha, they are indeed outstanding youths. Being able to apply for the Genin exam in advance is enough to prove your talent."

Sarutobi Hiruzen said with a kindly smile, "You will all become outstanding ninjas of Konoha!"

"I hope to see the day you protect Konoha."

He puffed on his pipe, his smile gentle.

He looked just like a grandfather from next door.

Yet, a glint of light flickered in his eyes as he gazed toward Hyuga Kagami and Uchiha Itachi!

Shimura Danzo's eyes turned cold: "Don't waste time, Hiruzen. Let them begin the assessment! If a ninja cannot even complete a mission, how are they any different from trash?!"

His expression was one of dissatisfaction.

Cold light flickered in the depths of his eyes!

Hyuga Kagami glanced at Shimura Danzo inadvertently. This old schemer might be malicious, but he was truly stupid!

The black-hearted politician Sarutobi Hiruzen was already starting to win people over.

And here you are, spouting reactionary nonsense.

If it were any normal person, there is no way in hell they would choose Root, right?

Tsk!

No wonder he never managed to outcompete Sarutobi Hiruzen in his entire life, and even when he finally became Hokage, he was only the 5.5th.

His head didn't even make it onto the Hokage Rock.

"Danzo!"

Sarutobi Hiruzen's eyes turned cold: "They are the future pillars of Konoha, our family, not just ninjas who complete missions! A ninja's capacity is not measured solely by mission completion!"

His expression was slightly angry.

It was as if he were standing up for Hyuga Kagami and Uchiha Itachi!

Immediately after, he slowly regained his composure and looked at Hyuga Kagami and Uchiha Itachi with kindness: "Let us begin the competition. Your exam consists of two parts."

"The first is to test the Three Body Technique! This assesses your chakra control and quantity!"

"The second requires you to spar against real genin!"

"You... will need to take on two opponents at once!"

The image of the kind, benevolent old man was pushed to the absolute limit!

Hyuga Kagami let out a scoff.

What a mockery!

Uchiha Itachi, however, looked excited and said with a face full of respect: "I understand, Lord Hokage!"

Hyuga Kagami followed suit and echoed him.

Soon, both of them performed the Three Body Technique and passed the first assessment.

For the two of them, it was not difficult.

"Then let us begin the second assessment. Uchiha Itachi will face Xing Yuxiang and Tenaka Ono!"

Ueno Ichiro announced the start of the battle.

Sarutobi Hiruzen watched Uchiha Itachi with burning eyes. Originally, he had no fondness for the Uchiha clan, but after Uchiha Shisui submitted to him, he changed his mind!

Uchiha Shisui was just too damn useful!

To an enemy, the Sharingan is a terrifying power.

To one of his own, it is a source of absolute peace of mind!

Uchiha Itachi... must also be brought into the fold!

Meanwhile, Shimura Danzo gritted his teeth: "This time... I absolutely cannot let Sarutobi Hiruzen snatch away another Uchiha genius. The forbidden power of the Uchiha clan must be in my hands."

"Only then can it bloom with glory!"

At this moment.

Both men stared fixedly at Uchiha Itachi.

They didn't even spare a glance for Hyuga Kagami.

On the training ground.

Xing Yuxiang said with a look of disdain: "Hmph! A brat from the Uchiha clan? Don't think you can be arrogant just because you have a little talent!"

"Geniuses like you who don't know the immensity of heaven and earth are the easiest to die on the battlefield!"

His eyes were filled with jealousy!

Uchiha Itachi's expression remained calm: "Let's begin."

Jealousy?

Having mediocre talent oneself but envying the geniuses of great clans was not uncommon, and Uchiha Itachi had long since grown accustomed to it!

"You detestable brat!"

Xing Yuxiang gritted his teeth.

Uchiha Itachi's indifferent attitude only made him even more furious!

His figure was like a gale, charging upwards!

"As expected of King B Erzhuzi's Older Brother, his talent for showing off and taunting is maxed out!"

Hyuga Kagami chuckled.

It was clear the other party was the type of ninja who resented the world, and because his own talent was insufficient, he instead harbored resentment towards geniuses whose strength had not yet developed.

But Uchiha Itachi's composure made him lose all face!

A tearing sound echoed!

Xing Yuxiang shouted, "Xiao Ye, attack together, no need to hold back!"

"Understood!"

The two exchanged a look and, in a pincer movement, charged towards Uchiha Itachi!

Uchiha Itachi was surrounded in the middle.

Nowhere to escape!