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

"If I were you, I would be very happy..."

“I know that you all think I’m biased towards Naruto, and I don’t deny that.”

"That's because he needs me..."

"But actually, I also know that you need him, Sasuke..."

Sasuke's heart skipped a beat, but his face remained impassive.

Iruka-sensei said, "Naruto is a loser, a failure. What he needs most is a victory, especially a victory against you."

"But you are exactly the opposite."

"Sasuke, you are a genius, an elite, a success, so what you need is precisely a defeat, and preferably a defeat in a battle against Naruto..."

"It is precisely because of failures that you can better understand yourself and strive to improve."

Iruka-sensei said, "You and Naruto are each other's mirrors, able to see your truest selves reflected in each other."

"If I were you, I would thank Naruto, thank him for this defeat, and then..."

"We made a promise to each other to grow together, become stronger, and become better versions of ourselves."

"Think about it carefully..."

After saying this, Iruka-sensei paused for a moment, and then the footsteps gradually faded away.

Sasuke gazed at the river and suddenly threw the small stone in his hand into it.

Ding-dong-

The small stones splashed water and then sank to the bottom of the river.

"Naruto……"

Chapter 74 Exam Results Announced! Naruto's Final Judgment! Please vote with monthly tickets!!!

the next day.

This is the day the ninja academy announces its results.

Naruto arrived at the classroom early, waiting for Iruka-sensei's final verdict.

This also determines whether one will be "baptized" by the system.

Although it's not graduation season, the final exams every year are equally important, determining everyone's future.

The classroom was in complete chaos, filled with chatter and discussion.

until……

When Teacher Iruka pushed open the door and entered, everyone immediately fell silent.

Despite his confidence, Naruto couldn't help but break out in a sweat from nervousness.

"Cough cough..."

"The final assessment results for this semester will now be announced."

"The winner is..."

Naruto clenched his fists, his heart pounding wildly.

Could it be me?!

However, he himself knew that the chances were slim.

The main issue is that although his academic performance has improved rapidly, it's still only around 80 points, which is quite a gap compared to truly top students.

Even so, he couldn't help but indulge in some fantasies...

"Even if it's not me, it absolutely can't be that Sasuke guy!"

"Generally speaking, it should still be Sakura..."

"She always gets the highest score in academic subjects, and she's also excellent in ninjutsu..."

"However, Hinata is also a strong possibility!"

Naruto suddenly realized at that moment that the name he had been longing for...

Actually, it's Hinata.

As if to echo Naruto's thoughts...

The next moment, Iruka-sensei shouted, "Hinata Hyuga!"

Naruto was taken aback, then overjoyed.

"amazing!"

Hinata was stunned, still unable to believe that she was number one.

She only realized what was happening when Ino gently tapped her with her finger from behind.

She quickly stood up, then lowered her head shyly.

Sakura Haruno suddenly felt her body go empty.

As if falling, emptiness and utter loss enveloped my entire body.

Even if it wasn't me, I thought it would be Sasuke...

result……

Teacher Iruka announced the results with a smile.

"Hinata, 97 points in academics, 90 points in ninjutsu, plus 10 points for winning the ninja sparring match, for a total score of 197!"

"congratulations!"

The classroom erupted in enthusiastic applause.

Hinata blushed and nodded gently, then quickly sat down.

But Naruto stood up and cheered.

"That's great, Hinata!"

Teacher Iruka sighed, rubbing his forehead.

"Naruto, Hinata got first place, why are you so happy?"

Naruto chuckled: "I'm happy for Hinata!"

Hinata blushed even more, but felt very sweet inside.

The snickering behind her made Ino's fair and delicate neck turn red.

"Ahem, the second place is..."

Naruto stopped sitting down and started bouncing around, pointing at his own nose.

"me……"

however……

"Haruno Sakura!"

thump--

Naruto almost fell to the ground.

"Why!"

Sakura couldn't help but get angry and embarrassed: "Naruto! Aren't you happy that I got second place?!"

"Am I not worthy?!"

Naruto hurriedly waved his hands, "No, no!"

"I just, just..."

"Haha, it's nothing, it's nothing..."

Teacher Iruka said, "Sakura got 100 in academics, 95 in ninjutsu, and no extra points for ninja sparring, for a total of 195 points! Congratulations!"

Sparse applause rang out in the classroom.

Of course, most people just thought it was funny, since Sakura Haruno had always been in first place.

Sakura Haruno plopped back down, somewhat annoyed.

"Ahem, the third place is..."

Naruto couldn't help but jump up again.

"Now it's my turn, isn't it?!"

"Sasuke Uchiha!"

"what--"

Naruto could hardly believe his ears!

Why?!

"Didn't I defeat that guy?!"

Teacher Iruka said, "Sasuke got 92 points in academics, 100 points in ninjutsu, and no extra points for ninja sparring, for a total of 192 points!"

Sasuke didn't care, and didn't even stand up. He just crossed his arms, lowered his head, and looked indifferent.

Teacher Iruka said, "The fourth place is..."

"Uzumaki Naruto!"

The classroom fell into a deathly silence.

Even Naruto, who was just jumping around, was stunned when he actually heard his own name.

Fourth place?

Although he was already hoping to get first place, Naruto couldn't hide his joy when he heard that he got fourth place...

You know, he used to be the worst student in the whole class!

In just over a month, it jumped directly to fourth place!

This is simply a miracle!

Teacher Iruka also wore a proud and self-satisfied smile.

"Naruto, your academic score is 81, your ninjutsu score is 100, and your ninja sparring score is 10. Your total score is..."

"191 points!"

Upon hearing this, Naruto immediately covered his head with his hands and bristled.

"191 points?!"

"Ahhh-"

"Isn't that just one point less than Sasuke?!"

Iruka-sensei nodded: "It's still the gap in academic subjects, but Naruto..."

"You've done a very good job."

"congratulations."

Naruto was taken aback, then couldn't help but laugh sheepishly.

"Thank you, Teacher Iruka!"

"I will continue to work hard!"

Teacher Iruka continued with the announcement.

However, Naruto was no longer in the mood to listen.

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Naruto was overjoyed!