Chapter 116

The Ninja Academy playground.

The students of Class 1-A were rubbing their hands, preparing for the upcoming special training.

Ino Yamanaka glanced at Sakura Haruno, who was surrounding Sasuke Uchiha.

Although she had been training with Kitazawa, the time was too short, and the effects hadn't fully manifested yet.

In yesterday's practical class, she had lost to Sakura Haruno again in water-walking training.

However, Ino Yamanaka saw hope.

Because the number of times she was hit by the wooden kunai was fewer than before.

After training with Kitazawa for a few more days, she would be able to turn the tables.

And Sakura Haruno, obsessed with Sasuke Uchiha, hadn't noticed her changes.

Just then, Kitazawa walked over.

The students didn't need him to remind them; they quickly lined up, very neatly.

"There will be no training in today's practical class."

Kitazawa met their gazes and said with a smile, "Because Class 1-A will be conducting its first real practical combat."

"Practical combat?"

Kiba Inuzuka immediately raised his hand and asked, "Is it a one-on-one battle?"

"Correct."

After Kitazawa confirmed it, everyone couldn't help but let out a cheer.

In the ninja world where strength is respected, the most important thing isn't theory, but strength.

They had been in school for almost two months, and today they finally had the chance to show their strength, so naturally, they were very excited.

"Troublesome."

Shikamaru Nara said with a lack of enthusiasm.

"Are there no snack rewards?"

Choji Akimichi's tone was very regretful.

"I wonder if I'll be matched against Sakura."

Ino Yamanaka crossed her arms, pondering whether she could win if she sparred with Sakura Haruno.