Naruto: With maxed-out affection, I am invincible in the ninja world.

Asuma's expression instantly became extremely excited, and he unconsciously dropped the grass he was holding in his mouth.

Second place goes to Matt Kay.

When the third generation called his name, Kai quickly ran to the podium.

"Lord Hokage!" Kai exclaimed excitedly.

"You've got a lot of youthful energy, Kai. Just like your father, you're full of passion," the Third Hokage said with a smile.

He handed the graduation certificate to Kai and said:

"Congratulations on your graduation, Kai."

"I hope your youth, like your father's, will never fade for the sake of the village and your comrades."

Upon hearing this, Kai excitedly replied:

"Lord Hokage, for the sake of what is most important to you, youth will never end!"

Seeing Kai's passionate expression, the Third Hokage's smile deepened.

The vibrant new leaves made him feel that his years of work in building the village had not been in vain.

The third generation head glanced down at the graduation list and read out another name.

"Hatake Kakashi."

Upon hearing their names called, Kakashi and Haneda exchanged a glance, then walked up to the Third Hokage.

"Hokage-sama." Kakashi bowed slightly and stood aside, waiting for the Third Hokage to issue the graduation certificate.

"It's Kakashi. I didn't expect to hear from you so soon."

The third generation had a gentle smile on his face, and his whole demeanor was as warm as a spring breeze.

"Over the past five years, I have heard so many of your outstanding achievements."

"Through arduous and diligent training, you have grown from a child into a true ninja."

"Congratulations on your graduation, Kakashi."

The Third Hokage handed the graduation certificate to Kakashi and patted him on the shoulder.

"Thank you, Hokage-sama." Kakashi silently accepted the graduation certificate and put it away.

He had heard his father tell many times about his experiences as a ninja and the weight of this graduation certificate.

Take his father for example. After becoming a ninja, he had to carry out a mission every now and then. The missions varied in quality, but they were all dangerous.

Moreover, during the war, his father had to rush to the front lines for the sake of the village, and sometimes even took on command duties, making it difficult for him to find time to spend with him...

This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to ninjas.

Watching Kakashi leave, the Third Hokage uttered Haneda's name:

"Next up, Uchiha Haneda."

Hearing the third generation call his name for the fourth time, Haneda quickly walked along the corridor.

As he passed Kakashi, he asked with a smile:

"How does it feel to be a ninja for the first time?"

"Well, it's alright... I just don't know if we'll be able to train together again in the future."

Kakashi said, his voice slightly heavy.

From the day I became a ninja, many things were no longer under my control.

They will travel to various parts of the world for their respective missions, and they will also leave at different times depending on the mission they are carrying out.

The two will not be able to meet as often as before.

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Upon hearing this, Haneda smiled, put his hand on Kakashi's shoulder, and said:

"How could that be? Maybe we can fight side by side again, just like we did five years ago."

After saying that, he extended his right fist, and a smile appeared on Kakashi's face.

The moment their fists collided, they understood each other's feelings—a bosom friend afar brings a distant land near.

"We'll talk later, Kakashi."

Haneda waved his hand, walked past Kakashi, and came to the Third Hokage.

"You seem to have a good relationship with your classmates, Haneda."

The third generation leader selectively ignored Haneda's "lateness" and smiled.

"It's alright, I get along well with all my classmates," Yu Tian replied politely.

Upon hearing this, the Third Hokage smiled.

He recalled that his unfilial son had mentioned Haneda many times.

At that moment, the smile on his face became much more genuine.

"Congratulations on your graduation, Haneda."

As the third generation leader spoke, he handed the graduation certificate to Haneda.

He looked into Haneda's eyes and asked with a smile:

"As the most promising new talent of Konoha's new era, what do you plan to do after graduation?"

Upon hearing this, Yuda's smile vanished instantly.

He pondered for a moment, organizing his thoughts, before speaking:

"It's probably about becoming an excellent ninja."

"Just like Uncle Sakumo, who has the sharpest knife but treats his comrades with gentleness."

“Sakumo?” The Third Hokage nodded secretly.

Based on Haneda's performance over the years and his understanding of the Uchiha clan, the Third Hokage had no doubts about him.

He patted Yuda on the shoulder and said with a smile:

"That's right. In the ninja world, people who don't follow the rules are called trash, but people who don't cherish their comrades are even worse than trash."

"These are the words you said back then, and I hope you will always remember them."

Five years later, upon hearing Obito's classic quote again, Haneda's eyes flashed with a hint of embarrassment.

He said that back then purely to curry favor with Kakashi.

Looking back now, it's both funny and strange.

All I can say is that fate is wonderful beyond words.

"I will, Hokage-sama," Haneda said, raising his head and smiling.

After Haneda left, the Third Generation called out the names of all the students one by one.

The meeting room fell silent the moment the Third Hokage called out Obito's name, and there was no response for a long time.

"Obito Uchiha? Didn't he come?" the Third Hokage asked again.

At this moment, two people stepped forward simultaneously.

It's Haneda and Rin.

Haneda glanced at Rin, who had stood up, and silently sat down.

Let Obito have his own marriage; I won't get involved.

"Lord Hokage, may I collect it on Obito's behalf?" Rin asked, clenching her fists and mustering her courage.

If no one helps Obito collect his graduation certificate, he will have to delay his graduation.

Even if it meant losing face in front of the entire grade, Rin was still willing to stand up and help Obito.

"Yes, Obito's learning is sufficient for graduation, so there's no need to worry."

"I remember your name is Lin, right? A very courageous girl."

Lin nodded and quickly ran to the podium to collect Obito's graduation certificate on his behalf.

"Thank you." Lin bowed her head repeatedly, looking very embarrassed.

"It's nothing. Obito is also an excellent child. I often hear others mention his helpful nature."

"He probably had an emergency, which is why he couldn't come."

The third generation said gently.

Lin blushed slightly, clutched her graduation certificate, and ran away.

After the remaining dozen or so students came on stage, the graduation certificate distribution ceremony came to an end.

The third generation addressed all the students again, his voice no longer excited, but rather somewhat heavy.

"From the moment you receive your graduation certificates, and the moment you put on the headbands that represent the ninjas of Konoha, you are no longer students of the Ninja Academy, but true ninjas."