Naruto, what kind of Hokage would you be if you didn't roll around!

Sasuke finally caught his breath, snorted coldly, and walked away without looking back.

Hinata said shyly, "Naruto, Naruto-kun, I want to go home too..."

"See you tomorrow."

"Okay, see you tomorrow, Hinata!"

After saying goodbye to Team 7, Naruto returned home, intending to immediately practice his newly acquired ninjutsu, Wind Release, achieving a major breakthrough. However, it was already too late, and the system had ordered him to go to sleep. Naruto had no choice but to lie down on his bed and instantly fall asleep...

……

The next day, Naruto was still full of energy and high spirits.

He got up very early and began his training before the seventh class was scheduled to assemble.

It's not just talk that it will wipe out everyone.

"Wind Escape! Big breakthrough!"

Naruto performed the hand seals according to the hand gestures in his mind, then gathered chakra and activated this new ninjutsu.

For a moment...

woohoo-

A strong wind howled out, stirring up the earth and streets ahead, causing sand and dust to fly and swirl around.

But Naruto pouted, clearly dissatisfied with the power.

"This only obstructs vision and blows enemies away; it doesn't cause any real damage..."

"It's not as good as my Wind Release: Gale Palm."

"However, it's probably because my understanding is far from sufficient..."

Naruto was not discouraged and quickly resumed his arduous training.

Once, twice, three times...

Now, even without the system's pressure, he can be completely self-disciplined and make the most of every moment to cultivate.

Especially after joining Team 7 and becoming a true ninja, Naruto had more time to carry out missions, which squeezed out his training time. He had no choice but to make the most of every spare moment and train in fragmented sessions.

"Wind Escape! Big breakthrough!"

Naruto unleashed a new ninjutsu one last time, and this time its power was much greater than the first time.

The wind howled and swept across the sky, no less than a sudden storm.

Naruto checked and saw that his Wind Release: Great Breakthrough proficiency had increased to 61 points.

He nodded with satisfaction.

After all, this technique is not difficult, much simpler than Wind Release: Gale Palm, and he also laid the foundation for Wind Release: Surveillance with Asuma-sensei.

So in just one morning, I had already grasped the essence.

All that's left is to continue improving proficiency and power.

Seeing that it was almost time, Naruto quickly stopped his training, ate breakfast, and hurriedly prepared to meet up with Team 7.

At the Konoha training ground, Hinata was unusually absent, but Sasuke had already arrived.

When enemies meet, their eyes are filled with hatred.

A gust of autumn wind blew by, and the two stared intently at each other, both sensing an inexplicable spark.

but……

Although the two had never gotten along, they were better off in front of others, openly exchanging insults, sarcastic remarks, and even physical fights.

But when it's just the two of them, the atmosphere becomes a bit awkward...

If they just start criticizing each other right away, it seems a bit off; if they don't, it makes it seem like they have a good relationship...

Another autumn breeze blew by. Sasuke leaned against the wooden stake, crossed his arms, lowered his head and closed his eyes, too lazy to pay attention to Naruto.

Naruto, however, couldn't stand the awkward atmosphere.

He chuckled dryly, "Ha, Hinata is actually late, that's quite rare..."

Sasuke scoffed, "Loser, don't bother getting close to me."

Naruto was furious; that familiar feeling had returned.

"What did you say, you bastard Sasuke!"

Fortunately, Hinata arrived just in time and prevented a tragedy from happening.

"I'm so sorry, I'm late, Naruto-kun, Sasuke-kun..."

Naruto then changed his expression.

"It's okay, Hinata. Compared to Kakashi-sensei, you're not late at all, you're early!"

Class 7 is already familiar with Kakashi-sensei's style.

They said we'd meet at 7:30, so he won't arrive until at least 8:00.

Hinata smiled knowingly: "That's true..."

Naruto clenched his fist: "Anyway, that guy won't be here for another half a day, so let's continue our training!"

Hinata paused for a moment, but nodded in agreement.

"Yeah, Naruto-kun is still working so hard..."

Sasuke's heart stirred; he also wanted to see just how strong Naruto really was now.

then……

"Wind Escape! Big breakthrough!"

Naruto unleashed a powerful Wind Release technique, blasting all the wooden stakes on the training field away.

Including the one Sasuke was leaning against.

Sasuke was startled. A gust of wind rushed towards him, and he hurriedly dodged to avoid it, barely managing to escape.

He was furious; Naruto was deliberately provoking him!

What are you doing, being a bottom-of-the-class student?

"Want to fight?!"

Naruto, however, became excited: "Ah, I couldn't be happier!"

Sasuke was also eager to try and assumed a fighting stance.

Hinata quickly said, "Naruto-kun, Sasuke-kun, please don't do this, Kakashi-sensei is coming soon..."

"Wind Release—"

"Fire Escape——"

The two ignored all advice and immediately prepared to unleash their ninjutsu.

But in that instant, Kakashi's figure appeared abruptly beside everyone with a soft sound and a puff of white smoke, smiling and waving.

"Yo!"

The battle between Naruto and Sasuke was interrupted once again.

"It's too late, Kakashi-sensei!"

Naruto couldn't help but shout out his complaint.

Kakashi smiled slightly: "Sorry, sorry, I was delayed because I was helping an elderly lady cross the street, so..."

"Only a devil can believe it!"

Kakashi didn't seem to care: "You two want to fight again?"

"It would be better to use this energy on the enemy."

Naruto complained, "I want to too, Kakashi-sensei! But all the missions these days have been about finding cats and dogs or helping out with chores. It's about time we did a higher-level mission, isn't it?!"

As if to echo Naruto's words.

[Host, please complete at least a B-rank ninja mission within seven days. Upon completion, you will receive a random reward from the system. Failure will result in a baptism of lightning from the system!]

Naruto was shocked: "B-rank?!"

According to the village's rules, a B-rank mission is at least a Chunin level or even higher in difficulty!

They were just genin, fresh out of the ninja academy, and theoretically should never have been involved in a mission of this level.

but……

Naruto's passion was also ignited!

With my current strength, completing a Chunin-level mission would be a piece of cake!

He immediately shouted, "Kakashi-sensei! Please help us apply for a Rank B mission!"

Although Sasuke was indignant, he was moved by Naruto's suggestion.

"A Rank B mission?"

"Indeed, with the strength of Class 7, they are fully capable of completing it..."

This is the moment when Sasuke recognizes Naruto's worth.

Because even if he himself thought the same thing, he wouldn't be able to say it out loud like Naruto.

Kakashi frowned.

"Naruto, who was it that said last night that they would never make any unreasonable demands today?"

"Did you forget everything after a good night's sleep?"

Naruto, however, was confident: "Hehe, Kakashi-sensei, this can't be considered willful, can it?!"

"After all, our Class 7 is the strongest!"

"Kakashi-sensei is like this, and the three of us... well, even if we include Sasuke, our strength has long surpassed the level of an ordinary Chunin, right?!"

Kakashi knew Naruto was telling the truth.

but……

He sighed and said, "Naruto, I already got scolded by the Hokage for your antics last time. Do you want me to get scolded again?"

Naruto thought for a moment and said, "Then let me speak to the Hokage myself!"

Kakashi said, "I'm the Jonin leading the team. If you act up, I'll be the one who gets scolded!"

"No, let's give it a try, Kakashi-sensei!"

Kakashi, feeling helpless, led Team 7 to the mission hall. Unable to bring himself to say it, he simply lay down and let Naruto do whatever he wanted.

When Hiruzen Sarutobi heard Naruto's request, the wrinkles on his face deepened even further.

"Naruto, stop fooling around."

"You have no idea what a B-level mission is!"

"That at least includes fighting ninjas from other countries' ninja villages, which is still too far off for you genin!"

Despite Naruto's repeated pleas, Hiruzen Sarutobi refused to yield.

But in the end, Hiruzen Sarutobi was given an extra reprieve.

"Never mind, Naruto, a B-rank mission is out of the question. But since you've completed a hundred missions in seven days, I'll assign you a C-rank mission."

"C-level?"

Naruto pursed his lips. Logically speaking, it was already pretty good, but his system mission was only a B-rank!

And if it's not completed in seven days, you'll be struck by lightning!

"Hokage-sama, I..."

Kakashi quickly replied, "Hokage-sama, we'll accept this mission."

"Kakashi-sensei?"

“Naruto, C-rank missions are already the limit for your level, and…”