[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-the-ninja-academy-teacher-teaching-makes-me-stro":3,"chapter-the-ninja-academy-teacher-teaching-makes-me-stro-the-ninja-academy-teacher-teaching-makes-me-stro-chapter-21":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","The Ninja Academy Teacher: Teaching Makes Me Stronger",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},195441,436,"Chapter 21: The Third Hokage","the-ninja-academy-teacher-teaching-makes-me-stro-chapter-21",21,"\u003Cp>\"Please go to the principal's office as soon as possible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The principal?\" Ueda Aya whispered in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ninja school didn't have many impressive teachers; most were just ordinary chūnin, but the principal of the ninja school was no simple figure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ninja school had only had two principals so far: one was the Second Hokage, Senju Tobirama, and the other was the current Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he was the principal, even the teachers rarely got a chance to see Sarutobi Hiruzen, because aside from giving a speech at the start of the term, he usually didn't come to the school and handled official business at the Hokage building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was exactly why Ueda Aya was so surprised—Sarutobi Hiruzen was actually in the principal's office, and he was summoning a teacher alone; it was extremely rare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay, I'll go right away.\" Muyue nodded, then turned to the teachers in the office with an apologetic expression:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sorry, everyone, I need to go to the principal's office. I'll come back and talk about the lessons later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There's nothing to be sorry about. Teacher Hanyu, go ahead quickly, don't keep the Third Hokage waiting.\" Iketani Isamu said, his face uncontrollably envious, his eyes nearly turning into lemons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had been teaching for several years and never received such treatment, let alone being summoned alone—he hadn't even set foot in the principal's office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then Iketani Isamu thought about Muyue's teaching level and student performance, and he couldn't feel sour anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The average scores of other first-grade classes were around forty to fifty, but Muyue's class had shot straight up to over seventy, leaving the others far behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their practical combat scores were also generally higher, and they took the top two spots in the grade, with first-place Uchiha Shisui being recognized as a super genius.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Iketani Isamu asked himself: could he lead such a class? No, he couldn't.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying that, Muyue turned and headed for the principal's office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The principal's office was on the top floor of their teaching building, the fifth floor; Muyue's small office was on the second floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at the sign next to the door that read \"Principal's Office,\" Muyue knocked on the office door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come in.\" A dignified middle-aged man's voice came from inside the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Muyue opened the door and walked into the office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Muyue casually glanced around. The office layout was very plain; the bookshelves and desk were by the window, and there was also a table and chairs near the door.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sarutobi Hiruzen wasn't as old as he appeared at the start of the anime; his hair and beard were still black, there weren't many wrinkles on his face, and his eyes were full of authority, giving an imposing feeling without anger. Probably because he was at the ninja school, he wasn't wearing the Hokage hat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You're Teacher Hanyu, right? Please, have a seat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sarutobi Hiruzen didn't put on the airs of a Hokage. He got up, walked to the table and chairs near the door, and gestured for Muyue to sit down with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Third Hokage-sama.\" Muyue said with great respect, not being coy, and sat down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his past life, the Third's reputation wasn't good; for various reasons, many things became his conspiracies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't know what the real Third in front of him was like, but as a teacher at the ninja school, he had to maintain proper appearances—even if he was cursing inside, he had to put a smile on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hanyu, you are a person with teaching talent.\" Sarutobi Hiruzen praised with a chuckle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I've heard about your class's results. The average theory score is twenty to thirty points higher than other classes, and your class also took the top two spots in practical combat in the grade.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The proctors all said that the mastery of basic techniques like Transformation Jutsu and Clone Jutsu was better than in other classes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The students themselves work hard too. I just do my best to teach them; the rest is up to their efforts.\" Muyue said after a moment of thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was being modest, but not entirely modest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First, he acknowledged the students' own contributions, then said he taught with all his might, pointing out his own efforts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do your best to teach—well said.\" Sarutobi Hiruzen was very satisfied with Muyue's response and sighed:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If the ninja school had more teachers like you, Teacher Hanyu, who fully devote themselves to educating students, we wouldn't have to worry about training the next generation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Muyue didn't respond to that, simply looking attentive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he agreed, it would be like saying the other teachers were incompetent slackers; if he disagreed, it would mean the other teachers weren't serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Based on Class 1-1's performance this time, I'll make the decision to award you this semester's Excellent Teacher.\" Sarutobi Hiruzen said with a cheerful smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Muyue put on a surprised expression, then immediately looked grateful and thanked Sarutobi Hiruzen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"However, Third Hokage-sama, wouldn't that be a bit too much? After all, we're only one month in. I'm afraid it might harm your reputation if this gets out.\" Muyue said with a worried expression, concerned it would affect the Third's wise name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The Excellent Teacher award is meant for teachers who perform excellently. If other teachers can lead a class like this, I'd give it to them too.\" Sarutobi Hiruzen said authoritatively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Third Hokage then continued to paint a pie in the sky, saying:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If Teacher Hanyu maintains this teaching quality for the next year, I will promote you to Special Jonin and also appoint you as Vice Class Leader of the Ninja School Faculty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your guidance, Third Hokage. But as a teacher, my responsibility is to teach my students well. I always keep that in mind.\" Mu Yue said with a sincere expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought to himself, \"Danzo and Sarutobi Hiruzen really were taught by the same master. Their pie-in-the-sky promises are shaped exactly the same—all promotions to Special Jonin.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But unfortunately, compared to the position of Special Jonin, Mu Yue genuinely hoped his students would improve, because that way he could earn big money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Mu Yue's extremely sincere emotions, Sarutobi Hiruzen, who had seen many people, was convinced that Mu Yue was telling the truth. He grew more and more fond of Mu Yue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher Hanyu, I'd like to discuss some personal matters with you next. Would you be willing to listen?\" Sarutobi Hiruzen suddenly asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mu Yue nodded, wondering to himself what trick the Third Hokage was playing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have a young son named Sarutobi Asuma. He just graduated this year and became a Genin. He's still very immature in many ways, and it gives me a headache. I would like to hire you as a tutor to teach him.\" Sarutobi Hiruzen extended an invitation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given the teaching level Mu Yue had displayed so far, Sarutobi Hiruzen felt that teaching Asuma, a newly graduated Genin, would be no problem at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was also a test of Mu Yue's abilities. If he performed well, then it would be worth his while to personally ask Danzo for the transfer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether it was the 'Excellent Teacher' title or the 'Special Jonin' promotion, they were all used to increase Mu Yue's favorability, paving the way for the transfer later.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For Sarutobi Hiruzen, these were all just a word away, so he was happy to play this idle move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lord Third Hokage, I need to consider this carefully.\" Mu Yue thought for a moment and did not agree directly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a bit unexpected for Sarutobi Hiruzen; he hadn't thought Mu Yue would refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because I have classes regularly, from Monday to Friday I definitely have no free time. As for weekends, I also need to plan how to conduct the teaching for the following week.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can only agree under the condition that I ensure teaching quality for both parties, so please allow me some time to consider.\" Mu Yue explained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Third Hokage was taken aback, then immediately laughed and praised Mu Yue again as an excellent teacher. He then said there was nothing else, and Mu Yue could leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before leaving, Mu Yue gave the Third Hokage an appraisal.\u003C\u002Fp>",1373,"2026-05-29T09:08:46.633Z","2026-06-01T04:29:23.431Z",1,"deepseek-v4-flash","c0f81662cd04461ac7830e0e5c87add7ce919275eb498b33d2da6caaf914761e","the-ninja-academy-teacher-teaching-makes-me-stro-chapter-22","the-ninja-academy-teacher-teaching-makes-me-stro-chapter-20",769,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fthe-ninja-academy-teacher-teaching-makes-me-stro-cover.jpg"]