I teach in Naruto, and the system says I am Tsunade's student

Chapter 373 The obedient little Nan obtains the Super Beast Imitation Painting (5 chapters in one)
Thursday, March 13th.

The final exams for the gifted class have officially begun.

Today was the theory exam, which was administered by Iruka Umino. Kitazawa didn't go to the Ninja Academy.

But instead of cultivating, he came to the Forest of Death.

After careful consideration, Kitazawa decided to hold the team battle of the practical exam in the Death Forest.

However, the Death Forest is very large, so there's no need to build the entire area.

Kitazawa plans to designate a suitable area as the site.

In addition, he plans to add some artificial terrain.

"Xonan."

Kitazawa stopped and asked, "What do you think of this place?"

"The trees are much denser now."

Xiao Nan looked it over carefully and said, "It's a good place for an ambush."

"Then we'll use this place as the center, and the area within a kilometer radius is the venue."

Kitazawa thought for a moment and then said.

Konan nodded.

“You plant the boundary flag along the area I have demarcated.”

Kitazawa casually handed her a scroll and said, "Just put a boundary flag every hundred meters."

Xiao Nan took the scroll and turned to leave.

Kitazawa walked forward for a while, and a stream appeared in front of him.

He formed a mudra with his hands, widening the stream and creating more tributaries.

But the terrain he artificially added went far beyond just streams.

Half an hour later, Kitazawa arrived at the left side of the area.

Earth Release: Earth Flow River!

The ground shook, and under the modification of Earth Release chakra, a large swamp was formed.

After walking a distance, Kitazawa formed hand seals again.

Earth Release: Clay Descends from the Sky!

A massive amount of Earth Release chakra descended from the sky, piling up to form a medium-sized mountain peak ten meters high.

Kitazawa felt like he was playing some kind of game, frantically piling materials into it.

After finishing, he moved to the right side of the area.

Wood Escape·The Tree Realm is born!

Countless trees sprouted from the ground, blending into the original Death Forest and appearing even denser.

"Kitazawa".

Xiao Nan reappears, saying, "All the boundary flags have been planted."

"Take me to heaven."

Kitazawa thought for a moment and said, "I want to draw a map in the sky."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Nan walked up to him, reached out, and hugged him.

Wings made of paper extended from her back, and with a movement of her body, she flew into the air.

Kitazawa lowered his gaze and looked at Konan.

Because of the height difference, although Xiao Nan took the initiative to hug him, it ended up with her in his arms.

"Thank you."

Looking at her cool and aloof face, Kitazawa couldn't help but lean forward and kiss her cheek.

The unexpected kiss made Xiao Nan's heart tremble slightly.

But she said nothing and tried her best to maintain a calm expression.

Kitazawa blinked.

Xiao Nan's reaction makes him want to continue bullying her.

After all, she was too well-behaved.

Kitazawa chuckled softly, feeling the softness of her body, and looked down at the Death Forest beneath his feet.

Actually, he has the White Eye, so he doesn't need to go up into the air to see the entire Death Forest.

But he chose the most comfortable approach.

Kitazawa reached out and touched Konan's hair before taking out a spirit storage scroll.

As ninjas, they generally possessed a certain level of drawing skills.

Because sometimes it is necessary to draw formulas.

In addition, there is the Super Beast Imitation Drawing, a ninjutsu with a wide range of uses.

Kitazawa took out his pen and began to draw.

After finishing the drawing, he twitched his lips, thinking that he should have called Kurama Yakumo over.

how to say?

His maps were rather crude; although they were understandable, they didn't quite match his status and abilities.

"Alright, let's go down."

Bei Ze snapped out of his daze and put away the spirit storage scroll.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Nan slowly descended and finally landed steadily on the ground.

She released her grip, took a step back, and then removed her wings.

Kitazawa glanced at the sky and headed towards the ninja academy.

He suddenly stopped halfway through the journey.

Kitazawa looked at the Hokage Rock in the distance and thought of a fun competition.

The playing field is very important for team battles.

Kitazawa's initial plan was to show the map to all the students.

But in doing so, the element of the unknown is lost.

In addition, his drawings were really not very good.

Kitazawa plans to use fun competitions to give them some time to conduct site surveys themselves.

This way, it can also serve as a training exercise for them.

As for fun competitions, there's the Naruto Rock graffiti competition.

Naruto Uzumaki's graffiti on the Hokage Rock is considered one of the most famous scenes in the original work.

But because of his butterfly effect, Naruto Uzumaki is now busy training all day and has no time for these pranks.

Recreating a famous scene would also be fine.

Besides, there is another reason.

Pigments are available at Kitazawa's general store.

He hasn't opened the store for a long time, so this is a good opportunity to clear out his inventory.

[Current Task: Doodle on the Hokage Rock with Naruto Uzumaki.]

[Mission Reward: Super Beast Imitation Painting]

【Whether to accept? 】

A question mark appeared on Kitazawa's face.

This can trigger system tasks?
However, the mission reward, a Super Beast Imitation Painting, came at just the right time.

When they arrived at the Ninja Academy, the theory exam for the genius class wasn't over yet, but it was almost finished.

Kitazawa stood at the door of the genius class classroom for a few minutes before the bell rang.

"Teacher Kitazawa."

Hinata Hyuga was the first to run out.

Because Kitazawa made no attempt to hide, she spotted him as soon as he reached the classroom door.

"How did you do on the exam?"

Kitazawa reached out and patted her head.

"It should be alright."

Hinata Hyuga said modestly.

Her theoretical exam scores have always been very stable, and she has never fallen out of the top ten.

"Ah."

Kitazawa nodded and said.

"Teacher Kitazawa!"

Besides Hinata Hyuga, Ino Yamanaka and others also came up to greet him.

"The top 18 students in the last practical exam, please stay here. I have something to announce. The rest of you, please go back first."

Kitazawa looked at them and said.

"Yes, Kitazawa-sensei."

The students in the gifted class were immediately split into two groups, with the top eighteen returning to the classroom.

"Senior Kitazawa."

Umino Iruka stepped forward and asked, "Do I need to stay?"

"Need not."

Kitazawa shook his head and said.

"Then I'll go and review the scrolls first."

Upon hearing this, Iruka Umino took the collected test papers and left the classroom.

"Tomorrow is the team battle."

Kitazawa stood in front of the podium and said, "The venue for this team battle has been set up, and it will be located in the Death Forest."

"Such a big venue?"

Kiba Inuzuka asked with a look of surprise.

"That sounds like trouble."

Naruto scratched his head and said.

As a taijutsu ninja, he prefers the visceral, physical impact of punches.

The Death Forest will be the venue, so everyone will definitely be hiding everywhere, making the fight less direct.

"So what if it's the Forest of Death?"

Rock Lee gave a thumbs up and said, "Youth is about accepting all challenges!"

Shino Aburame adjusted her glasses.

Using the Death Forest as the venue, he might be able to win first place this time.

There was no way around it; the forest environment was simply made for him.

Whether it's parasites or bees, they thrive in the forest.

Hyuga Neji felt a surge of excitement, realizing that his chances of winning first place had increased significantly.

The trees in the Death Forest are mostly towering giants, which greatly obstruct the view.

But for him, who has the ability to roll his eyes, this is an advantage.

Most importantly, he now possesses the Feathered Bow.

With the Life Feather Bow and Byakugan, the range is virtually unlimited as long as there is enough chakra.

Uchiha Sasuke remained unmoved and showed no change in expression.

For him, the forest was neither good nor bad.

He is incredibly powerful, and with his Sharingan, it would be very difficult to ambush him from a distance.

"Shikamaru, the forest suits you perfectly."

Choji Akimichi turned to look at Shikamaru Nara.

The Nara clan's secret techniques require shadows as a medium.

The Death Forest is so dark that shadows are everywhere.

In comparison, this is a negative factor for the Akimichi clan, preventing them from fully utilizing their secret techniques.

"It's definitely much better than the playground."

Nara Shikamaru nodded and said.

"Then I'm doomed!"

Kiba Inuzuka donned a mask of pain.

"I feel like this is my chance!"

Tayuya said excitedly.

Her sound illusion magic is so powerful in the Forest of Death that one can hear her voice but not see her.

It's very effective for surprise attacks.

Kaguya Kimimaro frowned slightly.

As a taijutsu ninja, he didn't have any environmental advantages.

"I love forests."

A smile appeared on Jugo's face.

He can understand animal language, and there must be many animals in the forest.

"I've kept you all here today to hold a fun competition."

Kitazawa interrupted their conversation and said...

"A fun competition?"

Naruto Uzumaki immediately became interested, "This sounds so youthful!"

"Teacher Kitazawa, what kind of fun competition is it?"

Yamanaka Ino quickly asked.

She was afraid that Naruto would steer the conversation astray.

"Naruto Rock Graffiti Contest"

Kitazawa said with a smile.

"Eh?"

Ino Yamanaka asked in surprise, "Graffiti on the Hokage Rock?"

If Kitazawa hadn't said those words, she would have thought he was crazy—that's the Hokage Rock!

For many ninjas, the Hokage Rock is a sacred and glorious place.

After all, it has the portraits of the Hokage from all the generations engraved on it.

Most ninjas hoped that one day their portraits would be displayed on it.

If someone else were to graffiti on the Hokage Rock, they would be arrested before the act even begins.

"I'll tell you the specific rules when the time comes."

Kitazawa shook his head and said, "You guys go have lunch first, and then wait for me at the Hokage Rock. I'll go get the paint."

"Yes, Kitazawa-sensei."

Suppressing their doubts, everyone left.

Kitazawa ate first, then went to get the paint, and finally arrived at the Hokage Rock.

Fire Shadow Rock, as the name suggests, is a rock carved out of a mountain wall.

At this moment, the members of the genius class were already looking around at the five Hokage portraits at the foot of the mountain.

It's worth mentioning that the portrait wasn't carved after the Hokage died; it was carved as soon as the new Hokage took office.

"Teacher Kitazawa!"

When Naruto and the others saw him, they all called out to him.

"Our goal for this graffiti competition is to depict the portraits of the Third Hokage and the Fifth Hokage."

Kitazawa got straight to the point.

Hashirama Senju, Tobirama Senju, and Minato Namikaze have all passed away, so out of respect for them, there is no need to graffiti their portraits.

Even if Hiruzen Sarutobi and Tsunade knew, they wouldn't care.

"We will divide the teams into groups before the competition."

Kitazawa paused for a moment, then said, "Let's follow the team battle groupings."

Are we choosing people now?

Yamanaka Ino realized what was happening and asked.

"Ah."

Kitazawa nodded and said, "Naruto, you choose a teammate first."

"Little Li!"

Naruto Uzumaki said without hesitation.

"Naruto!"

Upon seeing this, Lee Rock immediately burst into tears, exclaiming, "I felt the passionate energy of our youth!"

"This is youth!"

Naruto rushed forward, hugged him, and began to cry bitterly.

"...?"

Kitazawa's lips twitched.

Do you guys change your expressions without getting your beans deducted?
I only blinked, and you're all crying?
Uchiha Sasuke and the others instinctively took a half step back.

"Yakumo, who do you choose?"

Kitazawa quickly interrupted them and immediately asked.

"I choose Ino."

Kurama Yakumo said gently.

She was a transfer student. Although she knew all the students in the gifted class, her closest friend was Yamanaka Ino.

"With Yakumo on the team, we're sure to get first place!"

Upon hearing this, Yamanaka Ino immediately became excited and said...

"This is a team game."

Sakura Haruno snorted and said, "First place will definitely be Sasuke and me, because we have perfect teamwork!"

"That depends on Sasuke choosing you first."

Yamanaka Ino retorted sharply.

"If Sasuke doesn't choose me, who will he choose?"

Sakura Haruno smiled confidently.

"I choose Kimimaro."

Uchiha Sasuke said calmly.

"what?"

Sakura Haruno froze instantly.

Sasuke Uchiha met her gaze and thought to himself, "Sorry, I'm a power player."

Although he also wanted to choose Sakura Haruno, Kimimaro Kaguya's strength would be more likely to help him win first place.

He will only choose Sakura Haruno if she is still in the next round.

Where is Hinata?

Kitazawa couldn't help but smile and asked.

He could understand Sasuke Uchiha, after all, he was obsessed with being number one.

"Shikamaru."

Hinata Hyuga thought for a moment and then said...

She had considered it carefully and concluded that, in terms of strength, she did not have any advantage over Sasuke Uchiha and Naruto Uzumaki.

So she decided to try her best in terms of intelligence or strategy, hoping to win first place.

"day by day."

Neji Hyuga spoke her name amidst Tenten's expectant gaze.

"Great!"

Tian Tian's face immediately lit up with a smile.

"I choose Choji."

Shino Aburame adjusted her glasses and said.

His reason for choosing Choji Akimichi was that he lacked a defensive teammate.

As a member of the Aburame clan, he was extremely skilled at perception and reconnaissance.

After obtaining the secret techniques of the Upper Water Clan, his firepower was further enhanced.

"The first round of selection is over, the second round begins."

Kitazawa nodded and said.

Tayuya immediately froze on the spot.

Why didn't anyone choose her in the first round?
hateful!

Does she look like she's not very good?
"Junggo!"

Naruto Uzumaki replied without hesitation.

His reason for choosing Jugo was simple: because he had also learned physical techniques.

"Thank you."

Jugo nodded and said.

Having joined Naruto's team, he might just be able to secure first place this time.

Unfortunately, he wasn't in the same team as Kaguya Kimimaro.

"Fragrant phosphorus."

Kurama Yakumo pondered for a moment and then spoke.

Karin possesses sealing techniques, which might prove useful in team battles.

Furthermore, Karin and she have a good relationship.

"Sakura."

Uchiha Sasuke said without hesitation.

"Sasuke-kun!"

Sakura Haruno quickly moved closer to him.

Although she wasn't chosen in the first round, at least she was chosen in the second round, so she didn't lose.

"I choose white."

Hinata Hyuga continued.

"Tayuya."

Hyuga Neji thought for a moment and then said.

He felt that their team was missing a controller, and the sound illusionist could fill that gap perfectly.

"Am I really the last one to be chosen?"

Kiba Inuzuka's eyes widened as he asked.

"Alright, the group assignments are complete. Now let's begin the graffiti competition."

Kitazawa clapped his hands, attracting everyone's attention.

Kiba Inuzuka clenched his fists instinctively.

He was determined to win first place to prove himself.

Everyone else looked at Kitazawa.

"Six teams will compete in three rounds."

Kitazawa explained, "The rules are simple: paint over the portrait, then wash it off, and see who can do it the fastest."

"Teacher Kitazawa."

Tian Tian raised her hand and asked, "What is the prize for the winner?"

"Site surveying."

Kitazawa said with a smile, "The first place winner gets one hour to survey the site, and the next winner gets ten minutes less, for a total of six winners."

Upon hearing this, the crowd immediately erupted into chaos.

Undoubtedly, the more familiar you are with the venue, the better you can plan ahead or prepare tactics.

The first-place player has an hour, which usually allows them to survey the area very thoroughly.

But by the time it got to sixth place, there were only ten minutes left.

There are three people in a team, and each person can probably only remember one area.

Of course, if you are strong enough, you can ignore the venue factor.

"This competition is not one-on-one, but a contest of the time taken by six teams."

Kitazawa reminded them and then said, "Naruto and Sasuke, you go first, the rest of you line up."

"Go, Youth Team!"

Naruto Uzumaki gave a thumbs up and said.

"In the name of youth, we will win!"

Rock Lee also gave a thumbs up.

"...?"

Jugo, feeling helpless under their gazes, gave them a thumbs up.

"Shigego is so pitiful."

Tayuya couldn't help but laugh.

"Ahem, you can't say that."

Suppressing a smile, Tian Tian said, "This is the spirit of the team."

Neji Hyuga and the others couldn't help but shake their heads.

"Oh, right, there's one more rule."

Kitazawa added, "You can climb the Hokage Rock with chakra, but you can't use any ninjutsu."

"Eh?"

Sakura Haruno's face showed regret.

She originally planned to use Water Release to cleanse the Hokage Rock directly.

Naruto Uzumaki also felt a sense of regret.

If ninjutsu were allowed, his Multiple Shadow Clone Technique would give him an absolute advantage.

"Alright, let's begin."

Kitazawa placed the same paint on the ground and said.

Naruto Uzumaki leaped into the air, carrying a bucket of paint. Sasuke Uchiha and the others did the same.

A lively graffiti competition has officially begun.

Upon seeing this, Kitazawa couldn't help but think to himself, "I am truly a genius."

Half an hour later, the outcome was revealed.

"Haha, we won!"

Naruto Uzumaki exclaimed excitedly, "This is our youth!"

Uchiha Sasuke twitched the corner of his mouth.

Their team was a minute too slow and missed the victory.

At least first place is out of the question, so let's see if we can get second place.

"Which two teams should be next?"

Kitazawa spoke up, offering a reminder.

Kurama Yakumo and Hyuga Neji came out.

The remaining two teams are Hinata Hyuga and Shino Aburame.

"What are you doing?"

A familiar voice rang.

Kitazawa turned his head and saw Tsunade.

She was wearing a tea-green coat and stopped not far away.

"How did you come?"

Kitazawa stepped forward and asked.

"Why do you think I came here? This is the Hokage Rock."

Tsunade glared at him and said with a sneer, "I just received the news and thought it was some fearless spy causing trouble."

"I'm not a spy."

Kitazawa said seriously.

"If a Wood Release ninja is a spy, then what hope is there for Konoha Village?"

Tsunade rolled her eyes and asked, "Why are you graffitiing the Hokage Rock?"

"Is such that."

Kitazawa explained the purpose of this graffiti contest.

"I mean, why don't we go somewhere else?"

Tsunade glanced at her messy, painted image of fire and asked.

"The stone wall here is the largest."

Kitazawa coughed lightly and said.

"..."

Tsunade was speechless.

"Tsunade-sensei."

Kitazawa changed the subject and asked, "Tomorrow is the team battle for the genius class. Do you want to come and watch?"

"Since you've invited me, I definitely have to go."

Tsunade paused for a moment, then asked, "Can it be finished by the morning?"

"It might work."

Kitazawa thought for a moment and said, "But this is the first team battle, and I'm not sure when it will end."

"Then I'll ask for a day off."

Tsunade said with a calm expression.

"Are you trying to slack off again?"

Kitazawa suddenly realized what was happening.

"Didn't you say that the morning wouldn't end?"

Tsunade's lips curled slightly as she countered, "Is there a problem with me taking a day off?"

"So, do you want me to go to the casino with you this afternoon?"

Kitazawa saw through her plan and asked directly.

"Of course!"

Tsunade said matter-of-factly, "You've painted my Hokage portrait like this, you have to apologize to me!"

Kitazawa twitched the corner of his mouth.

He suspected that Tsunade made a special trip for this reason.

After all, the Anbu would definitely tell her that he was organizing a graffiti contest at Hokage Rock, and there was no need for him to come in person.

"Ok."

Kitazawa had no choice but to agree.

If it weren't for the genius students being there, he would definitely have given Tsunade a verbal lecture.

"I'm going back to work now. Remember to come find me early tomorrow."

Having achieved her goal, Tsunade waved her hand, turned around and left with a smile.

Time passes slowly.

Two hours later, the fun graffiti competition came to an end.

[Current Task: Doodle on the Hokage Rock with Naruto Uzumaki.]

[Mission Reward: Super Beast Imitation Painting]

[The host has completed the mission; reward issued.]

Kitazawa nodded.

This is a free reward.

The Super Beast Imitation Painting was used by Sai in the original work.

To put it simply, its effect is a weaker version of Ma Liang's magic paintbrush.

By drawing various animals, you can bring them to life briefly and make them play a role.

In this respect, it is very similar to Yakumo Kurama's illusion technique, Shinsei.

However, it cannot compare in terms of scope, as it can only draw animals, but it is still very useful.

Its main function is versatility; it can attack, scout, transmit intelligence, and even fly.

Super Beast Imitation Painting is said to be a ninjutsu, but it is actually a series of ninjutsu.

Kitazawa thought it could be called a secret technique.

Judging from the original work, the Super Beast Imitation Drawing technique is very difficult to learn; even within the Root organization, only Sai can do it.

"Everyone, follow me."

Kitazawa snapped out of his daze and headed towards the Forest of Death.

A moment later, a row of boundary flags appeared in front of everyone.

"The Death Forest within the boundary flag is the battlefield for team battles."

Kitazawa reminded him, "Remember not to exceed the limit tomorrow, otherwise you'll lose points."

"Yes, Kitazawa-sensei."

Everyone spoke in unison.

"Naruto, your team goes in first. You have one hour. I'll call you when the time is up."

Kitazawa nodded and said.

Naruto Uzumaki, Rock Lee, and Jugo immediately entered the site and began their survey.

The others weren't idle either; they stood still and looked inside.

Despite the forest obstructing the view, some details were still visible.

"How come there are two mountains here?"

Kiba Inuzuka asked in confusion, "I've never seen this before when I passed through the Forest of Death."

"It's obvious that this mountain was artificially added by Professor Kitazawa."

Nara Shikamaru immediately guessed the reason and said, "I estimate that there will be a lot of artificially added complex terrain inside."

"Oh no, I feel like half an hour is not enough."

Kiba Inuzuka clenched his fist and said.

"You have at least half an hour."

Yamanaka Ino sighed and said, "We only have ten minutes."

"This area isn't particularly large; about ten minutes should be enough."

Hyuga Neji followed the boundary flag and saw the end of the road.

Because he had been warned beforehand, he didn't roll his eyes.

"It's okay, I can paint."

Kurama Yakumo said gently, "Ino and Karin, each of you should memorize a region, and I'll draw it out later."

"Yakumo, you are incredibly strong!"

Yamanaka Ino immediately praised it.

Karin nodded in agreement.

"Luckily, we have fifty minutes!"

Sakura Haruno glanced at Ino Yamanaka and said with a smile, "This is the chemistry between Sasuke and me!"

"Hmph, don't get too cocky!"

With her hands on her hips, Yamanaka Ino said, "The official team battle starts tomorrow!"

"Tomorrow too..."

Sakura Haruno was interrupted by Sasuke Uchiha halfway through her sentence.

"Sakura, go to the left side later."

Uchiha Sasuke spoke up in time.

"Yes, Sasuke-kun!"

Sakura Haruno was unaware that her "poisonous milk" was being forced to stop.

The group chatted as they waited for Naruto's team to finish.

Kitazawa looked at them and began to ponder something.

That is, which team he should choose as his mentor.

After all, he also had a system mission to lead his team to first place.

Statistically speaking, the three teams led by Yakumo Kurama, Sasuke Uchiha, and Naruto Uzumaki are the most likely to win first place.

Kitazawa stroked his chin.

For a moment, he really didn't know who would be number one.

Kurama Yakumo needs no introduction; his genjutsu is on par with the Mangekyou Sharingan.

Uchiha Sasuke's three-tomoe Sharingan, combined with his Fire Release, Lightning Release, and newly learned Hatake sword technique, makes him equally formidable.

Based on the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique, Naruto Uzumaki's taijutsu and wind-style techniques are greatly enhanced.

Moreover, he recently learned the Leaf Dragon God technique, which has increased his strength considerably compared to before.

Unable to determine a winner among the captains, Kitazawa turned his attention to his teammates.

In terms of team members, Kaguya Kimimaro is definitely the strongest.

The other team members were about the same.

Kitazawa suddenly had a thought and noticed Jugo.

He remembers that he could understand what animals were saying.

If you use animals to scout other teams, no one should be able to react in time.

Furthermore, Rock Lee had gained a good grasp of Konoha's Dragon God technique, so Kitazawa ultimately decided to choose Naruto Uzumaki's team.

However, he couldn't guarantee whether he would get first place.

As the students in the gifted class become more capable, the role of the teachers is gradually diminishing.

Kitazawa can no longer easily operate or manipulate the market in secret as he used to.

But that's okay.

Because Kitazawa's strength and status are also increasing.

Nowadays, the system tasks he triggers are actually not many that involve exams.

Dusk had fallen.

After all six teams had inspected the venue, they all went home to rest.

After all, tomorrow will be the real battle.

After the students from the genius class left, Xiao Nan reappeared.

Looking at her, Bei Ze suddenly thought of the super beast fake painting he had just obtained.

The term "super beast fake painting" refers to paintings of animals, but humans are also a type of animal.

But Sai has basically never drawn people.

Because they were too weak, they were unable to inherit or use ninjutsu.

In fact, other animals are the same; they can only attack based on instinct.

Bei Ze immediately opened the spirit storage scroll and took out a blank scroll and a writing brush.

Super Beast Imitation Painting, in essence, is like Water Release, because it involves infusing chakra into ink to create the painting.

In the original work, Sai once increased his combat power by pouring ink into rivers and lakes to directly generate a large number of ninja beasts.

In this respect, it's similar to water escape, as it can be enhanced by the environment.

Kitazawa picked up his pen and began to draw.

To learn how to create super beast imitation paintings, you need to have good drawing skills.

Although Beize didn't have any, the super beast pseudo-paintings rewarded by the system incidentally gave him some painting skills.

In just a moment, a painting appeared on the scroll.

"How about it?"

Kitazawa handed the scroll to Konan.

Xiao Nan glanced at it and was taken aback.

This scroll depicts her.

Although not very detailed, it is remarkably similar to the original and can be recognized at a glance.

"It's very similar."

Xiao Nan nodded and said.

"The real challenge is yet to come."

Kitazawa snapped his fingers.

The painting in the scroll immediately came to life.

Those black ink lines emerged from the painting and eventually formed another Xiao Nan.

However, this Xiao Nan is in the style of ink painting.

The character holding the scroll is an incredibly realistic depiction of Xiao Nan.

"What ninjutsu is this?"

Xiao Nan looked at the Xiao Nan in front of her, a look of surprise on her face.

"Super Beast Imitation Painting".

Kitazawa smiled and said with some regret, "But unfortunately, this is the most we can do. We can't make it indistinguishable from the real thing."

"How strong is she?"

Xiao Nan asked curiously.

"They don't have much strength."

Kitazawa replied, "I only know some physical skills; I can't use your paper manipulation technique."

Xiao Nan hesitated, as if she wanted to say something but then stopped.

What she meant was that this approach didn't seem to be very effective, but it wasn't appropriate to say that to his face.

"It can draw other animals and can deal with some ordinary ninjas."

Kitazawa guessed what Minami was thinking and said, "But for me, it's mainly used for transmitting intelligence and flying."

"flight?"

Xiao Nan felt a sudden tightness in her chest.

Does that mean I won't need her to carry me anymore?

"You can draw birds."

Kitazawa reached out and touched her cheek, saying, "If you weren't here, I could fly on a bird."

Xiao Nan pursed her lips, her mind a jumble, unsure of what to say.

If nothing unexpected happens, she will definitely part ways with Kitazawa.

After all, the Akatsuki organization was at odds with the entire ninja world, including Konoha Village.

With a casual wave of his hand, Kitazawa transformed the ink-wash painting-style Konan back into ink, which fell to the ground.

He looked at the blank scroll, picked up the pen again and drew a small Nan on it, but this time he didn't infuse it with chakra.

"A gift for you."

After handing the scroll to Konan, Kitazawa said, "It's getting late, go back and rest early."

He turned and left after he finished speaking.

Xiao Nan stared blankly at her reflection in the scroll.

After a long while, she put the scroll away and returned to the Dark Guard base.

Silent all night.

The time came the next day.

The team battle will still start at 9:00 AM.

After having breakfast, Kitazawa and Kurenai Yuhi went to the ninja academy first.

He told Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others about the group assignments from yesterday, and said that he had chosen Naruto Uzumaki's team, and the rest of them could be assigned to other teams.

After Kitazawa finished explaining, he headed towards the Hokage Building.

Tsunade, being the Hokage, had to arrive at work earlier than him and was already in the Hokage's office.

Kitazawa knocked on the door and, after receiving permission, came in.

Besides Tsunade, Shizune is also in the Hokage's office.

"Kitazawa? What are you doing here? Isn't today the final exam?"

Shizune saw Kitazawa and couldn't help but ask in confusion.

Tsunade immediately gave Kitazawa a wink.

"The final exam for the gifted program has introduced a new format: team battles."

Kitazawa said meticulously, "Since this is the first time we've held this event, we'd like to invite Tsunade-sensei to be in the audience and to give her some pointers."

"In that case, Jingyin, I'll leave today's matter to you. I'll take the day off."

Tsunade said with a serious expression.

Jingyin glanced around, feeling that something was off, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it.

"Let's go."

Tsunade stood up and walked outside.

"See you next time, Senior Sister Jingyin."

Kitazawa closed the door and followed Tsunade.

He turned his head and saw that her beautiful face was full of smiles.

"Are you so happy?"

Kitazawa asked.

"Of course I'm happy not to go to work."

Tsunade, with an air of experience, said, "You'll understand how I feel once you start working."

"It seems I should have started working two years later."

Kitazawa smiled and said.

"you dare?"

Tsunade's expression immediately changed. She turned to look at him and said threateningly, "Two years means two years!"

Why such a big reaction?

Kitazawa leaned forward, bit her red lips, and asked, "Do I smell like a lie?"

Tsunade was startled and instinctively looked around to make sure no one was there before she breathed a sigh of relief.

She immediately retorted angrily, "If you dare to do that again, watch out, I'll kick you away!"

Kitazawa blinked, not taking her threat to heart.

"If you find being Hokage tiring, just find a successor sooner rather than later."

Tsunade suggested.

“My students are all too young, so finding a successor won’t be as easy as it is for you.”

Kitazawa shook his head and said.

There are many candidates for the next Hokage, such as Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Hinata Hyuga.

The only problem is age.

Although Gaara became Kazekage at the age of fifteen, that was an unexpected situation.

The Sand Village has no successor; apart from Gaara, there is no other suitable candidate.

Konoha Village is different; it has more strong individuals.

Even the savior Naruto Uzumaki didn't become Hokage until he was almost thirty years old.

Now that Kitazawa has joined the fray, things are even more unpredictable.

"Too."

Tsunade thought for a moment and said, "Then you should do more work."

"You gave up quite quickly."

Kitazawa couldn't help but complain.

"You solve your problem."

Tsunade said quite frankly.

The two walked and talked, and soon arrived at the ninja school.

"Since you're here, how about you draw lots?"

Kitazawa suddenly thought of something and asked.

Team battles don't require behind-the-scenes maneuvering; they're all about raw skill. No matter how the game is arranged, you have to win every match to take first place.

"can."

Tsunade nodded, speaking casually.

"Lord Hokage!"

The students in the genius class shouted excitedly upon seeing Tsunade.

Although they see Hiruzen Sarutobi every day, Tsunade is different; she is the current Hokage, and they see her very rarely.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, Kakashi Hatake, Kosuke Maruboshi, and others also came forward to greet her.

"Iruka."

Kitazawa called out, "The roster."

Umino Iruka immediately handed him the roster.

"These are the six student teams participating in the team battle."

Kitazawa gave the roster to Tsunade.

Tsunade opened the roster and started looking at it.

In addition to the six student teams, there are also the specific rules for this team battle.

"It looks like the second stage of the Chunin Exams."

After reading it, Tsunade commented.

"I think so too."

Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled and said, "In two years, after they graduate, we must hold a joint Chunin Exam."

"Let Kitazawa handle things in a couple of years."

Tsunade said casually.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and the others were taken aback.

Does this mean that Kitazawa will be the Hokage two years from now?

Although everyone already knew that Kitazawa would be the next Hokage, it was still unexpected that he could become Hokage so quickly.

After all, Tsunade is not old; in fact, due to the Yin Seal, she can maintain her youth.

Theoretically speaking, he could serve for another twenty years without any problem.

This is actually the norm in the five major villages.

If nothing unexpected happens, they will remain as Kage for a long time, like Hiruzen Sarutobi and Onoki.

"Alright, it's about time. Let's head to the Death Forest."

Kitazawa coughed lightly and reminded him.

After he finished speaking, he led the way.

Soon, they arrived at the battlefield for the genius class team battle: the Death Forest.

"Tsunade-sensei."

Kitazawa took out a lottery box and said, "Please draw the two teams for the first sparring match."

Tsunade nodded and casually pulled out two small slips of paper.

She opened it, glanced at it, and said, "Uchiha Sasuke's team versus Aburame Shino's team."

"Both squads may enter the arena now. The battle will begin in fifteen minutes."

Kitazawa spoke up upon hearing this.

Fifteen minutes is the time they need to set up the field and discuss tactics.

The two teams exchanged a glance, then headed off in opposite directions, one to the left and one to the right.

Besides them, there are also Kosuke Maruboshi and Kurenai Yuhi.

They are both instructors and safety officers; they will step in to help if there is any danger to life.

At the same time, students can call out to them.

If either of these two situations occurs, it means that the student has failed and has to leave the competition.

　10,000 words, five chapters combined into one.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)