He's just here to cause trouble!
As for the reasons...
Whatever happens, happens!
"You just said I'd apologize to Strong Fist if I lost, so what if you lost? What would you do?" Araki said calmly, adjusting his emotions in a short time.
"I can't possibly lose!" Maemoto Takashi's lips curled into a smile.
"Any competition can end in defeat." Araki's tone remained calm.
"Then what do you want?" Maemoto Takashi asked, sounding a little impatient.
"Since today is a mock duel, let's follow the rules of a mock duel. If I win, I'll give Kushina, and you'll lose ten points. Similarly, if you win, I can lose ten points, and the person who beats you will gain ten points," Araki said with a smile.
These words were spoken.
The entire audience erupted in uproar.
Many doubts arose in everyone's mind, and a hint of confusion appeared in their eyes, after all, what Araki said did not benefit him.
Would a person do something that doesn't bring them any benefit?
This is not in line with the views of many people.
A smile appeared on Sarutobi Karen Kaede's face. She had long suspected that Araki had deliberately lost to Kushina, and now this only confirmed her suspicion. She muttered to herself, "So that's why."
" Araki..."
Kushina's eyes suddenly flashed with intense emotions. She hadn't expected that Araki, after suffering such humiliation, would attribute the benefits of his victory to her.
If you have 20 bonus points...
Then there won't be any problems with the final exam.
As for Maemoto Takashi...
Kushina suddenly felt that this punishment was quite harsh. From the current perspective, it seemed to have no particular problems, but in reality, Maemoto Takashi had already lost his mock duel and lost ten points. If another ten points were deducted, he would need to score at least eighty points on the test to pass.
That's too ruthless!
This is going to relegate Maemoto Takashi!
After Kushina realized what was Maemoto Takashi, she immediately understood that Araki was the ruthless one. Unlike Maemoto Takashi, he didn't act aggressively or say anything offensive. He simply used the rules of a simulated duel to Maemoto Takashi in a very awkward situation.
"This..."
Maemoto Takashi was indeed stunned, and hesitated. The loss of ten points had already put him in a very passive position in the subsequent graduation exams. If he lost another ten points, it would be almost impossible to Rotation.
"Your request isn't very good."
Maemoto Takashi shook his head, a slight hint of hesitation in his heart, but outwardly displaying an imposing manner, and said, "Adding or deducting points isn't up to us; that's the Ninja Academy's business. You should change your terms."
"I think this is a good offer!"
Just then, the Dean of Students Sarutobi Karen Kaede, suddenly spoke. Her voice clearly reached everyone's ears, immediately attracting everyone's attention and causing the boys present to blush slightly.
Even when facing Karen Kaede-sensei Maemoto Takashi's inner resolve was somewhat softened by her gentleness, and his aura weakened a bit.
"Just like Araki said, today is a simulated duel. We're here to tally the points gained and lost, and we've just happened to witness your challenge. So, following the rules of a simulated duel is fine. I agree."
Sarutobi Karen Kaede said gently, her voice not sharp, but it carried an undeniable power.
In an instant.
Maemoto Takashi is in a bit of a dilemma.
Although he didn't think he would lose to Araki, the fact that it happened still made him feel a little uncomfortable.
"Then can we change it? If we win, the ten points will be added to our score." Maemoto Takashi, he had lost ten points, and it would be great if he could get them back. He said, "It doesn't make sense to add them to the score of the person who beats us!"
"I think that makes a lot of sense!"
Sarutobi Karen Kaede replied almost without hesitation, "You are all losers and don't deserve extra points, so it makes sense to give extra points to the classmates who defeated you. The main point is that you lose ten more points even after losing, which is excellent, and I agree with that."
The students present immediately felt like they were watching a spectacle unfold, and a meaningful look appeared in everyone's eyes.
If this rule continues...
At least one of these two people will have 20 points deducted from their final grade.
This is practically equivalent to declaring that the loser will be relegated.
"This..."
Maemoto Takashi moment. He didn't know what to say. This situation made him feel inexplicably that Karen Kaede-sensei seemed to be biased towards Araki, since she had confirmed Araki's proposal. However, he had no evidence, since it was just a rule and the duel between the two was still fair.
"All right."
Maemoto Takashi nodded. The pressure was on him now. Not agreeing would be tantamount to giving up the challenge. The die was cast, and he had no choice but to go. Backing down now would be admitting defeat.
"Then I'll take over the supervision!"
Sarutobi Karen Kaede volunteered and walked over. She looked at Maemoto Takashi, then at Araki, with a smile always on her face.
"An additional match in the simulated duel: Maemoto Takashi versus Araki. The two step forward and Seal of Confrontation!"
Sarutobi Karen Kaede had already begun to watch the show up close. She realized that Araki was showing chivalry and deliberately giving Kushina extra points, so he agreed to such an absurd condition, just to see if her judgment was correct.
If Araki really loses, she will not hesitate to deduct twenty points from his Araki, making him pay a heavy price.
Chapter 10 Only by distinguishing good from evil can justice be upheld; only by knowing honor and shame can the human heart be purified! (First update)
Just then, under the watchful eyes of many, Araki slowly walked towards the area ahead.
This isn't the place where the simulated duel took place earlier; it's a newly designated area. After all, this is the Ninja Academy's training ground, and there's no fighting ring. If anyone wants, anywhere can be a place for a match.
As Araki stepped forward, Maemoto Takashi followed suit.
The two faced each other and looked at each other.
Raise your hand.
Extend your finger.
Hand Seals.
The Seal of Confrontation, complete!
After completing all this, Araki and Maemoto Takashi took a step back at the same time, looked at each other, and assumed almost identical postures, both being the starting stance of Konoha-Style Strong Fist.
"Hahahaha, kid, agreeing to my challenge was the biggest mistake you ever made. Just wait and see how I'll completely crush you!"
Maemoto Takashi immediately threw his head back and laughed loudly, his laughter filled with arrogance. Before such a simulated duel, he would often say a few words, some of which were enough to destroy the opponent's confidence.
" Might Teacher Duy taught me that the training of Taijutsu lies in the body, not the technique; the purpose of training is to protect what is precious, not to bully the weak. Before the duel, I'd like to remind you of something..."
Araki's voice rang out calmly. In a short time, he had readjusted his composure and said, "Only by distinguishing good from evil can justice be upheld, and only by knowing honor and shame can the heart be purified. If you use the Taijutsu you have cultivated to be violent and ruthless, then I'm afraid you will find it difficult to make any progress in the future."
These words were spoken.
Everyone present stared wide-eyed, unable to believe their ears, and even more so, finding it hard to believe that Araki had said those words.
After all, in their previous understanding, Araki's language skills were very poor, and he could hardly say anything.
However, after Lady Tsunade healed Araki, they learned that Araki could speak normally again, but they never expected that Araki could be in this state.
To some extent...
The surprise in everyone's heart far outweighed the shock.
Sarutobi Karen Kaede had a faint smile on her lips. Her gaze toward Araki was filled with even more curiosity. She suddenly felt that this fifth-grade student possessed a composure beyond his years, yet this quality was disguised by his unusual modesty, giving him an overall impression of maturity.
This is something you would never have seen in the Ninja Academy before.
Even many teachers, like Fujiwara-sensei over there, have very frivolous manners and cannot behave like this.
"What... what did you say...?"
Maemoto Takashi's expression changed slightly, and he tried his best to pretend that he didn't understand the truth at all.
He wouldn't call himself a martial arts fanatic, but he devoted all his time to cultivation. His written test scores might not be very good, and he simply couldn't understand some of the principles Araki was talking about.
"Make your move."
Araki didn't say anything more, he just beckoned with his hand. The other party was attacking his Strong Fist, so if he took the initiative to attack, he wouldn't be able to use his Strong Fist at all, and it would only give them more ammunition to criticize him.
At this point, giving way is actually a better choice.
Respond to all changes with constancy.
"My name is Maemoto Takashi. State your name before you make a move!" Maemoto Takashi's expression suddenly turned cold, his right finger pointing at Araki with contempt in his eyes.
" Araki," Araki said calmly.
"Good!"
Maemoto Takashi stared at Araki with a smile in his eyes, his face revealing a hypocritical and condescending look, as if he had Araki completely under his control.
The next moment.
Maemoto Takashi has made a move.
He ran towards Araki at an incredible speed, his pale yellow clothes leaving afterimages in his wake.
"Whoosh!"
This immediately caused gasps of surprise from the crowd, and almost everyone's eyes flashed with shock.
After all, the main group of onlookers here are fifth-grade students, and their overall strength is not as good as that of the sixth graders, which is perfectly normal.
During adolescence, each additional year brings significant growth until a peak is reached.
The pale yellow creature instantly appeared in front of Araki, then suddenly spun around and unleashed a leg whip that swept towards Araki with a phantom-like motion.
" Konoha Whirlwind!"
A mocking smile curled at the corner of Maemoto Takashi's lips. Seeing that Araki remained motionless, he already knew in his heart that this person was all show and no substance.
Even though he held back when facing that girl, there was nothing particularly special about him before he restricted his strength.
That's all there is to it!
That should solve it!
I'll teach him a lesson he deserves!
Maemoto Takashi's powerful kick immediately drew the attention of all the students, who all took a deep breath and tensed up.