Starting with the Uchiha clan, they began cultivating demonic arts.

Chapter 22 Initial Assessment and Competition

After the introductions, Hyuga Hizashi led the three directly to the training ground to test their strength.

In this era of war, there are no random tests. The three Uchiha Hiyori are more like Hyuga Hizashi's subordinates than his students. There's no such thing as a good thing as fighting their way back to school.

On the training field, Hyuga Hizashi glanced at the three of them and said in a deep voice:

"I have also seen the files of the three of you. All three of you are outstanding students from the Ninja Academy. You have just graduated and your strength is among the best of the genin."

"However, based solely on the information, I still cannot determine your strength level. Now, the three of you will team up and fight me!"

As he spoke, Hyuga Hizashi had already assumed a Gentle Fist stance, signaling the three of them to attack.

Uchiha Touyu's eyes lit up. Although his strength was already considerable, he had never encountered a Jonin-level opponent, and his combat experience was extremely lacking.

Even if the "Spirit Binding and General Condemning" technique allows Sakumo Hatake to help fight in his place, having some experience fighting against skilled opponents is still beneficial.

"Feiyu, let's discuss some tactics."

Kurenai Yuhi, observing Hyuga Hizashi's impeccable stance, addressed Uchiha Touyu. However, Touyu, his eyes gleaming with two tomoe, shook his head.

"You two, see how things go. If you can help, then help; if you can't, don't force it..."

"What do you mean by that? Are you looking down on us?"

Asuma was furious and spoke up, but Uchiha Touyu had no interest in saying anything more to him. His body crackled with electricity in an instant, and he shot away like a movie.

"So fast!! Such sharp swordsmanship!!"

Seeing Uchiha Hiyu bring his sword down on his head, Hyuga Hizashi, who had initially intended to teach him a lesson, almost didn't react in time. He quickly retreated, and the cold aura of the sword made goosebumps rise on his skin.

When Uchiha Tou made his first strike, he held back a little of his strength because he was afraid that Hyuga Hizashi would underestimate him and get hurt, and he did not arouse the chakra sword aura unique to the White Fang Sword Technique.

Seeing that Hyuga Hizashi had dodged the first strike, he knew that his opponent would never underestimate him again. The short sword in his hand was instantly amplified by a blade of light that was about a foot long, and the original short sword was transformed into a slightly shorter katana.

"This is... the White Fang Sword Technique!"

Hyuga Hizashi's face showed a serious expression. He didn't have time to consider why Uchiha Tobi, an Uchiha, had actually learned Hatake Sakumo's swordsmanship. He just widened his eyes slightly, and the veins at the corners of his eyes bulged. He immediately activated his Byakugan.

Lightning crackled, and a figure moved like lightning. A faint white light pierced towards Hyuga Hizashi at an incredible angle in an instant. Hyuga Hizashi shouted, his whole body turning, his fists and palms nimble and his posture agile. In the sharp white light, he seemed to dance on the tip of a knife, nimbly dodging one blade after another.

The gust of wind that hit them made both Red and Asuma take two steps back. Asuma's eyes widened, and his fists clenched tightly.

"Just how much of his strength did Uchiha Touyu actually hold back before?!"

Hong also spoke with equal solemnity:

"No wonder this guy told us we couldn't get involved and shouldn't force it... I couldn't even see him clearly. At that speed, the two of us really had no chance to intervene..."

"Wouldn't the two of us become a burden? Damn it..."

Regardless of Asuma and Kurenai's feelings, Uchiha Tou felt that the battle was extremely enjoyable.

Hyuga Hizashi is considered an elite among Jonin, not to mention that the Byakugan Gentle Fist is also adept at close combat. As long as he doesn't let his guard down, Uchiha Touyu doesn't need to worry about his opponent getting hurt and can unleash his attacks to his heart's content.

Fighting living people is much more satisfying than chopping wood or rocks!

However, Hyuga Hizashi felt much worse. It wasn't that he couldn't defeat Uchiha Tou in his current state. Without Uchiha Tou having Hatake Sakumo possess him, his combat strength was only that of a fast and powerful special jonin.

However, the White Fang Sword Technique was fierce and unpredictable, with its blade flashes sometimes long and sometimes short, which made Hyuga Hizashi, who used the Gentle Fist Technique with his bare hands, very wary.

If it were just about defeating Uchiha Tou, that would be fine, but this is a mentoring battle between teacher and student. To defeat and control Uchiha Tou without either side sustaining injuries is much more difficult.

The battle raged for several minutes before Hyuga Hizashi finally found an opportunity. He spun around like a top, and a powerful blue vortex instantly sent Uchiha Hiyu flying.

Uchiha Touyu spun once in the air, then knelt on one knee and landed on the ground. After raising his head, he immediately stretched out his hands:

"Amazing! As expected of the Hyuga clan's perfect defensive technique, the Rotation of Heaven. I surrender!"

Hyuga Hizashi, who had originally intended to continue the fight, suddenly felt somewhat indecisive. During the previous battle, he had become accustomed to Uchiha Hiu's White Fang Sword Technique, and he was absolutely confident that he could win quickly if the fight continued.

Unfortunately, Uchiha Tou also noticed something from the increasing pressure Hyuga Hizashi put on him during the battle, and didn't give Hyuga Hizashi a chance to beat him up.

After calming himself down a bit, Hyuga Hizashi looked at Asuma and Kurenai again:

"Alright, I've seen Fei Yu's strength. To be honest, it was a huge surprise. Now, you two, come at me. I'll test your strength as well."

Asuma and Kurenai exchanged a glance and charged at Hyuga Hizashi.

As soon as they exchanged blows, Hyuga Hizashi breathed a sigh of relief. Asuma and Kurenai were outstanding among ninjas of the same age, but they were not as extraordinary as Uchiha Hiu. They were still in the category of genin. After a few moves, Hyuga Hizashi figured out their strengths and casually sealed their pressure points, defeating them.

"I am now very clear about your strength. You have all laid a very good foundation, so it seems I don't need to worry about you much."

"Especially Uchiha Tou, if you take on more missions and gain more combat experience, even I wouldn't dare say that you are definitely your match."

"We still have plenty of time left today, so let's pick up some missions and give you guys some practice!"

"We can accept the mission today? Let's go, let's go on a mission!"

Upon hearing about the mission, Uchiha Touya immediately became excited, which puzzled Asuma and Kurenai. Why was this guy so excited? It was completely unlike his personality!

Seeing the two's puzzled looks, Uchiha Touyu rolled his eyes and said:

"What are you looking at? Don't forget, I'm an orphan. Where am I going to get money if I don't take on missions?"

(End of this chapter)