In an instant…
Several massive streams of experience and memories, like rushing floodwaters, poured into Takumi's body.
Over seventy years of accumulated execution methods, techniques, brutality, a perfectly controlled aura of death, and even that tiny amount of Chakra...
All synchronized within Takumi.
'Huh? There doesn't seem to be any rejection reaction this time?'
Takumi clenched his fist.
The side effects of being overwhelmed by memories from before had gradually faded as his physical fitness and abilities improved.
Moreover, thanks to this terrifying lifetime, Takumi felt his mental power had increased nearly a hundredfold!
Mental power represents willpower, endurance... the combined measure of various mental qualities!
Those with strong mental power are less easily corrupted.
For instance, under severe torture, someone with weak mental strength breaks instantly.
But a person with strong mental power can resist continuously.
They are also less susceptible to Genjutsu.
'It feels like... ordinary Genjutsu probably don't affect me much anymore...'
Takumi focused his spirit.
He found his concentration had become incredibly intense.
This was all thanks to the complete life simulation he just experienced.
Seventy years of executing countless people, using various methods, witnessing all sorts of cruel and bloody scenes...
It would be unbelievable if his mental power wasn't monstrous after that!
But what pleased Takumi most this time was his level up!
Memories could now synchronize automatically and could even be shared.
That opened up so many possibilities!
For example, next time he meets Hidan, he could instantly share the memories of this lifetime upon contact.
He wondered if Hidan would be scared to death on the spot...
…
The weather was clear, the sun bright.
At the Konoha's gates, Kurenai leaned alone against a large tree.
She crossed her fair arms, her long legs slightly apart, her sandals tapping lightly on the ground, seeming somewhat agitated.
"That reckless brat, late on the very first day! What does Hokage-sama even see in him? He's just handsome!"
To be honest…
Kurenai was somewhat displeased about being assigned to mentor Takumi without her consent.
Wasn't this lowering the standard for elite Shinobi like her?
Other teachers got to pick their preferred students, but she was forced into this?
It was irritating!
'And this Takumi seemed quite full of himself, late on the very first day. Today, I definitely had to put him in his place!'
'I'll make him properly understand the harsh realities of the Shinobi World!'
"Yo, Kurenai, what are you doing?"
A deep voice came from the side. Turning, she saw the bearded Asuma.
"Waiting for my student. Don't you know?"
Kurenai replied irritably.
"That brat Takumi? He's actually late?"
Asuma took his cigarette and blew a smoke ring.
"I heard from the old man that brat defeated Uchiha Sasuke and graduated from the Academy early."
"Yeah, that's why he's so arrogant, showing up late on day one."
Kurenai's delicate brows furrowed. She felt that if she didn't properly punish Takumi later, it would be unbecoming of her Jonin status.
Asuma gave a dry laugh, "That's how rookies are. They think the Shinobi World is all truth and beauty. They'll understand its harshness after a few missions."
Asuma elegantly blew a smoke ring, then leaned against the tree.
"By the way, Kurenai, have you prepared the test for this brat?"
"Test?"
Kurenai looked surprised.
"Isn't he a Genin personally appointed by Hokage-sama? He still needs a test?"
Asuma turned, his expression serious, "A test is absolutely essential. Sandaime Hokage is Sandaime Hokage, and you are you. You can't take him on missions without even knowing his capabilities, right?"
"So what do you propose?" Kurenai narrowed her eyes slightly.
"Nothing too extreme. Just let him know the Shinobi World isn't easy. Show him the scenes a real Shinobi faces, so he's mentally prepared."
"For brats coddled in the Academy, this helps them face reality faster and takes them down a peg."
Hearing this, Kurenai understood.
'Asuma's words sounded reasonable, but was he really trying to test Takumi?'
'He clearly wanted to mess with Takumi!'
'Or rather, get back at him!'
Kurenai suspected revenge was the more likely motive.
Because Asuma was pursuing her without success, and now she was assigned this brat Takumi...
Who was handsome, fairly capable, and favored by his father...
So, he was jealous!
He wanted to use his teacher status to retaliate against Takumi!
"Asuma, you'd better not interfere in my affairs."
Kurenai found it somewhat disgusting.
At most, she had only planned a minor punishment for Takumi, like making him do five hundred squats.
But Asuma clearly had malicious intent!
Getting jealous over a child? Could you even deal with such a person?
"You don't understand, Kurenai. These rookie brats are the hardest to handle. You must establish the teacher's authority..."
Asuma was about to continue.
But his words abruptly stopped.
Because he saw a youth in the distance walking straight towards them.
It was Takumi!
"Sorry, Kurenai-sensei!"
"I'm late."
Takumi politely bowed and apologized.
After all, he had simulated until late last night, and with gaining so many terrifying abilities, oversleeping was natural.
"Oh, it's fin..."
Kurenai was about to say it's fine. Despite all the punishments she had considered earlier, Takumi's polite attitude immediately softened her.
But Asuma stepped forward.
"Late on the first day. It seems your standard is just average."
"Hey, Asuma."
Kurenai called out discontentedly.
"This is my student. Don't interfere."
"No. An ill-mannered brat. I must teach him a lesson."
Asuma's attitude was firm.
After all, his father was Sandaime Hokage. However upset Kurenai was, she wouldn't dare vent it on him.
But Takumi, seeing Asuma's attitude, immediately understood.
This was Asuma, seeing his goddess with another man, feeling jealous, and seeking revenge.
But Takumi wasn't flustered at all.
Because his methods far surpassed Asuma's.
'Since you're worried, I'll just turn your worries into reality.'
"Sorry, Asuma-sensei. I've recognized my mistake. Please forgive me."
Takumi put on a serious expression.
But who would have guessed that beneath this innocent appearance lay a heart already blackened through and through...
"You're too lax. You lack the awareness of a Shinobi. It seems you still need training."
Asuma pretended to be calm.
"Training? What kind of training?"
"That... you'll know after you pass the Genin Exam."
Asuma smiled slightly. He planned to start putting Takumi in his place.
"Genin Exam?"
"But didn't Sandaime Hokage already acknowledge..."
"He is he. But as Kurenai's student, verifying your strength is necessary. How else will we assign you missions later?"
Takumi narrowed his eyes slightly, "Alright. Then what is the test content?"
Asuma frowned, thinking briefly.
As far as he knew, this Takumi graduated early due to excellent Taijutsu.
So, Ninjutsu and Taijutsu tests were out, as they wouldn't challenge him.
But if the test was too difficult, word might get out, and people might say he was deliberately making things tough.
In that case...
"Besides power, the most important quality for a Shinobi is willpower."
"Your willpower is too weak. Lazy, lax. You simply haven't matured enough to face this world."
"Therefore, I will test your mental strength, meaning your psychological endurance."
"If you fail, I won't allow you to take missions. Do you dare accept the challenge?"
Asuma showed a mocking smile.
Kurenai on the side couldn't take it anymore.
"Hey! Asuma! What exactly are you trying to do?"
"What test? I never had any such intention!"
"Kurenai!!!"
Asuma shouted loudly.
"Do you want this brat to become a coward?"
"Those with weak willpower only end up dead on the battlefield!"
"Rather than letting him make mistakes later, it's better to identify his weaknesses now and work on them specifically!"
'Truly Sandaime Hokage's son. His words were so smooth.'
'It's clearly revenge, but from his mouth, it sounded like consideration for me!'
"You..."
Kurenai gritted her teeth, still wanting to argue.
But Takumi grabbed her hand, "Never mind, Kurenai-sensei. Since Asuma-sensei wants to test me, let him. I also want to see where my shortcomings lie."
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