Chapter 993: Teaching in the Hidden Leaf, the System Says I

But that was normal.

Kitazawa could only put the pressure on the system, waiting for the Sage Mode task to trigger.

In a sense, it was even better, saving him from wasting time learning it.

After all, learning Sage Mode was quite painful; one wrong move and Itachi’d turn to stone.

He wondered what the side effects of Shikkotsu Forest’s Sage Mode were.

Petrification and frog-transformation were side effects that only appeared when practicing Mount Myoboku’s Sage Mode.

After finishing lunch, the two returned to the Hokage office.

"Full and satisfied, I’m going to take a nap."

Tsunade said lazily.

"Speaking of which, I’ve mastered Wood Release; aren't Itachi going to give me a reward?"

Kitazawa looked at her and asked.

"What do Itachi want?"

Tsunade sat on the sofa, looked at him, and asked.

"Can I ask for anything?"

Kitazawa walked in front of her and met her gaze.

The Hokage office became quiet; the two stared at each other, and for a moment, the atmosphere was somewhat subtle.

"Of course not."

Tsunade subconsciously looked away and said, "Itachi can only ask for what the Hidden Leaf has."

Kitazawa lowered his head and kissed her.

Tsunade’s eyes widened in shock; she hadn't expected him to be so bold.

Although she and Kitazawa had kissed a few times, it was basically her initiating it in unexpected situations.

"I’ve already received my reward, good afternoon."

Kitazawa licked the corner of his mouth, stepped back, dodged her kick, and then ran away at light speed.

Tsunade watched his back, lost in a daze.

At the entrance of the Hokage building.

Kitazawa thought to himself, *That was exciting.*

But this time, Tsunade didn't push him away immediately, which meant the distance between them had closed a little more.

Kitazawa smiled and went home.

There was nothing to do in the afternoon, so he started reading about Wood Release: Deep Forest Bloom.

Although the ninjutsu scroll didn't label its rank, it definitely qualified as an S-rank ninjutsu, and the learning requirements were very high.

Around five in the afternoon, Iruka Umino stopped by.

He handed the theory exam rankings of the genius class students to Kitazawa.

Looking at the rankings, it was about the same as the last monthly exam.

The top three were Shikamaru Nara, Sakura Haruno, and Sasuke Uchiha.

The one with the most improvement was Kimimaro Kaguya.

He had reached nineteenth place, which truly made Kitazawa look at him with new eyes.

Jugo and Tayuya didn't have much improvement, remaining in the bottom five.

Time arrived at the next day.

Another practical exam for the genius class.

After Kitazawa and Kurenai Yuhi finished breakfast, they headed to the ninja school.

They were the last to arrive; Hiruzen Sarutobi, Kosuke Maruboshi, the Chenbao Army, and Kakashi Hatake had already arrived and were standing together chatting.

"Itachi’re just in time."

Kosuke Maruboshi looked at Kitazawa and said, "We’ve discussed the students we’re taking for this monthly exam."

"Is Kimimaro there?"

Kitazawa explained, "This time, I want to take Kimimaro out on a mission."

"No."

Everyone shook their heads.

"Alright then, let’s group them according to the results of your discussion."

Kitazawa said indifferently.

Nine in the morning.

The students of the genius class stood together in their usual formation.

"Before the practical exam, I will first announce the grouping for the top eighteen students."

Kitazawa stepped forward and said.

Naruto Uzumaki, Ino Yamanaka, and the others showed anticipation on their faces.

Who their teammates were and who their teacher was all concerned their final ranking.

"The first team will be led by me."

Kitazawa said unhurriedly, "The team members are Kimimaro Kaguya, Ino Yamanaka, and Sakura Haruno."

His idea was simple.

Kimimaro Kaguya would act as the main attacker, Ino Yamanaka would provide control, and Sakura Haruno would be responsible for healing.

But at the same time, both girls possessed a certain level of combat power and could provide assists to Kimimaro Kaguya.

However, their strength was ultimately a notch below Kimimaro Kaguya’s, so it would be hard for them to steal his thunder.

It could only be said that Kitazawa had tried every possible way to complete his tasks.

"Too bad, it would be perfect if Sakura wasn't here!"

Ino Yamanaka hummed softly and said.

She was very happy that the team leader was Kitazawa.

But she wasn't as happy that her teammate was Sakura Haruno.

"Just don't hold me back."

Sakura Haruno glared at her and said.

"That’s what I should be saying to Itachi."

Ino Yamanaka put her hands on her hips and said, "I’m not the same person I used to be!"

"Itachi two have such a good relationship."

Rock Lee sighed and said, "It makes me see the boiling passion of youth."

"What’s good about it?"

Ino Yamanaka and Sakura Haruno asked in unison.

Hinata Hyuga watched them and felt envious.

She had missed joining Kitazawa’s team for two consecutive monthly exams; she wondered if it would be her turn next time.

"Quiet."

Kitazawa interrupted their argument and continued to announce the groupings.

Now that the genius class had six teachers, one teacher led one team.

Among them, Kurenai Yuhi’s strength was slightly inferior.

Kitazawa thought for a moment and put Yakumo Kurama with her.

As it happened, Yakumo Kurama’s original teacher was Kurenai Yuhi, and the two were very familiar with each other.

Besides Yakumo Kurama, there were also Hinata Hyuga and Tenten.

This team could even put up a fight if they encountered two or three Jonin.

Plus, with the Anbu protecting them in the shadows, nothing would happen even without Kitazawa.

Hiruzen Sarutobi specifically requested Naruto Uzumaki.

The Chenbao Army took Rock Lee, and only Kakashi Hatake and Kosuke Maruboshi had no specific requests.

"That concludes the grouping for this time."

Kitazawa paused and said, "Itachi can go find your team leaders now to carry out your missions."

"Grandpa Third!"

Naruto Uzumaki went to find Hiruzen Sarutobi with excitement.

Sasuke Uchiha, Shikamaru Nara, and the others followed closely behind.

"Iruka, the remaining students are left to Itachi."

Kitazawa instructed.

This arrangement could save the most time; the monthly exam could be completed in two or three days.

"Teacher Kitazawa!"

Ino Yamanaka trotted up to him.

"Let’s go, we’re setting off."

Kitazawa patted her head, took Kimimaro Kaguya and Sakura Haruno, and headed toward the main gate of the Hidden Leaf Village. ===== CHAPTER 996 =====