The Power of a Single Punch, a Bad Start!

Her mother once told her, "Beware of fire, theft, and your best friend."

From the very first day she discovered that Sakura was captivated, she had already made up her mind.

I absolutely cannot let this best friend have the chance to get close to her Brother Rikuto.

Otherwise, wouldn't we just have to add another rival in love?

"Brother Rikuto..."

Looking at the Rikuto who had suddenly arrived.

Hinata Hyuga was filled with joy, but also a mix of nervousness and anticipation.

Because what follows is a live-fire exercise.

She did it two weeks ago.

He once demonstrated his true strength during a training exercise.

They decisively defeated Sasuke Uchiha, the top student in their grade, and Ino, who possessed the incredible strength of Superhuman Strength Fist.

He became the top student in the elite class, and naturally became the top student in the grade.

Next, there will likely be quite a few people wanting to challenge her.

But she won't lose.

"Ahem, everyone, please be quiet..."

Iruka coughed lightly.

He addressed his students loudly, "I'm sure you all know him. This is your senior Chiya Rikuto. Don't let his age fool you; he's only one year older than you..."

"But Rikuto was not only taken in as a disciple by the legendary Sannin, Lady Tsunade!"

"And I heard that not long ago, he even directly refused the Lord Hokage's Jonin!"

"This means that Rikuto has at least reached the Jonin... You all should take him as an example and work hard!"

This isn't something Iruka made up; it's actually true.

When Rikuto brought Karin back for vacation last time, Riku easily wiped out an entire Anbu squad by displaying his powerful Wood Release.

In an effort to win over Rikuto, the Third Hokage once attempted to promote him exceptionally, wanting to appoint him as Jonin in the village.

But Rikuto rejected him without hesitation.

"What!?"

"He refused the Jonin appointment?"

"He's only a year older than us, yet he already has the strength of Jonin?"

"Are you kidding me? Iruka-sensei is only Chunin..."

Hearing Iruka say that...

The students present were immediately agitated.

Aside from a few individuals like Shikamaru, Choji, Hinata, Ino who had some understanding of Rikuto's strength, this group was largely composed of people who were unfamiliar with Rikuren's abilities.

Everyone else was filled with skepticism.

Even the girls were somewhat incredulous.

Just how strong Jonin? They don't know.

However, it's important to know that the vast majority of instructors at the Ninja Academy are only Chunin.

These students who hadn't even graduated weren't even Genin yet.

How can they believe that Rikuto is only one year older than them, already possesses the strength of Jonin?

Even if the other party is a disciple of Lady Tsunade, one of the "Sannin".

It's impossible for their strength to increase that quickly, right?

"Iruka-sensei, stop lying..."

Naruto looked utterly displeased.

Unable to contain himself, he jumped out, pointed at Rikuto, and said, "I don't believe it! He's even stronger than Jonin!"

"Naruto, you bastard, Brother Rikuto is really strong..." Uzumaki Amaru, who had just been adopted by Nanako Uzumaki and had only recently joined the class, retorted loudly.

Already a huge fan of Rikuto, she naturally wouldn't allow anyone to question Rikuto. (bccf)

"That's right, you can't even beat me, yet you dare to question Brother Rikuto?" Ino glared at Naruto with hostility, raising her small fist.

Naruto's face turned pale.

He instinctively shrank his neck, and cold sweat poured down his back.

During the last practical lesson, he witnessed firsthand just how terrifying Ino's fists were.

If you get hit, you're dead.

"This guy... already has the strength of Jonin?"

His gaze was fixed on the Rikuto standing next to Iruka.

Sasuke clenched his fists tightly, his teeth clenched in resentment. "Damn it, what am I doing?"

Someone who is only one year older than him is qualified to become Jonin.

But he was still smugly enjoying himself at the Ninja Academy, and not long ago even his position as the top student was taken away from him.

He couldn't even hold onto second place, being defeated by Ino Yamanaka, the heir of the Yamanaka Clan.

This was something that Sasuke, who was always arrogant and self-important and whose goal was revenge, found hard to accept.

"Naruto, don't be rude..."

Iruka frowned, about to scold Naruto.

"It's alright..." Rikuto smiled slightly and waved his hand.

He looked at Iruka: "Iruka-sensei, you don't mind if I steal the spotlight, do you?"

"Of course not..."

Iruka was taken aback.

He shook his head and chuckled, saying, "Rikuto, it would be wonderful if you could teach these arrogant and complacent guys a lesson, letting them know that there are always people more powerful than you!"

However, please be mindful of your actions!

"I will!"

Rikuto smiled and nodded.

He looked at Naruto, Naruto swallowed hard and seemed to instinctively back down.

He then looked at Ino, Hinata, Shikamaru, Kiba Inuzuka, Uzumaki Amaru, Sasuke Uchiha, and the others, a smile playing on his lips, "It's normal that you all have some doubts about my strength..."

"However, as your senior, it would be a bit like bullying the younger ones if I were to directly attack you..."

"Summoning Technique: Rashomon!"

He didn't even Hand Seals.

Under the watchful eyes of Iruka and the others.

He just lightly stomped his foot.

Numerous complex techniques emanated directly from beneath his feet.

"Boom..."

The earth rumbled.

Including Iruka.

Amidst the utterly shocked gazes of everyone present.

A massive gate burst forth from the earth and rose slowly.

The thick iron wall stood there, its face resembling that of a vengeful demon, sending chills down one's spine.

"Gurgle! What is this?"

Naruto swallowed hard, his mouth agape in shock.

"To think that such an exaggeratedly massive iron wall could be summoned instantly without even needing to Hand Seals..."

Sasuke's pupils constricted sharply, and he gasped, "Is this all the power he has?"

"Could this be... the legendary... First Lord's Absolute Defense: Rashomon?"

Iruka's gaze was fixed on the Rashomon.

His eyes widened in surprise, and he couldn't help but cry out.

He hadn't expected that the Rikuto would possess such a technique.

Summon the legendary Rashomon, which is said to be able to directly defend against any Ninjutsu and is indestructible.

"Including Naruto, whoever can break through it before sunset today will receive free training for three days!"

Rikuto crossed his arms and said with a smile.

Although it is only a single layer, it is Rashomon that he reinforced.

Even Ino's increasingly proficient Superhuman Strength Fist.

It might deform slightly, but it definitely cannot be penetrated directly.

Chapter 230 The Power of a Single Punch, An Unfavorable Start! [Fourth Update]

"Ah?"

"Break through this iron gate?"

"Are you kidding me?"

"That's simply impossible, isn't it?"

On the training field.

Gazing at that hideous, ghastly iron wall.

The students were filled with shock, and they were all talking at once.

Even Iruka's eyelids twitched, and he couldn't help but want to say something, "Rikuto..."

"You can't do it?"

Rikuto smiled slightly.

But in an instant—

His figure vanished from the spot in an instant.

Like a fleeting shadow, it appeared directly in Rashomon he had summoned.

A powerful punch ripped through the air.

It shot straight out.

"Boom!!!"

Terrifyingly powerful strength.

It tore through the incredibly thick iron wall.

"Whoosh..." The chaotic wind pressure continued to sweep outwards.

It almost sent those less capable students flying.

"That is..."

"The iron wall has been breached!" - 107

"Gulp! Is this Rikuto-senpai's strength?"

"So violent!"