At just seven years old, Kazuku developed a terrifying technique like the Rasengan.
Given enough time…
Tobirama couldn't imagine how many more surprises Kazuku would bring!
"Especially after observing the Rasengan up close, it's practically akin to a Tailed Beast Ball."
If he hadn't seen it himself, Tobirama would never believe…
A seven-year-old Kazuku could create such a technique!
In truth, Kazuku didn't develop it.
It was a reward from his check-in system.
Though Kazuku wanted to tell the truth, such a fantastical claim…
Even if he said it, Tobirama wouldn't believe him.
Not only that, Tobirama might think he'd burned out his brain with a fever.
Kazuku was helpless.
He could only silently take the credit for developing the Rasengan.
The rest was straightforward.
Sarutobi Hiruzen and the others, after clashing with Kazuku, all fell unconscious.
They sustained varying injuries.
To prevent their conditions from worsening…
Tobirama set aside his shock at Kazuku, treating their wounds.
Hours later, they gradually woke.
Seeing Kazuku sitting beside Tobirama.
"I declare…"
Tobirama, seeing everyone conscious, spoke slowly, "This bell-snatching battle…"
"Is over!"
"But if any of you…" Tobirama crossed his arms, scanning his disciples, "still think Kazuku lacks the ability to lead you…"
"You may challenge him again."
At his words, the scene fell silent.
The atmosphere grew heavy.
Having felt Kazuku's power firsthand…
No one present…
Would question his strength.
In the bell-snatching battle, each gave their all, holding nothing back.
Yet…
They ended up battered and unconscious.
Kazuku, however…
Remained composed, his clothes unwrinkled.
Even…
After sensing, Sarutobi Hiruzen realized…
Kazuku's chakra remained abundant.
If that fight wasn't an exercise but a real battle…
Hiruzen and the others felt they'd all…
Have perished today!
From now on, their names would vanish from the ninja world!
They lost utterly.
"When I worked with Young Master Kazuku on border defense, I knew he was exceptional."
Uchiha Kagami broke the silence.
"But facing him today gave me a real sense."
"His strength is beyond me. I have no objections to him leading this ninja team."
Kagami spoke his true thoughts.
He wasn't flattering Kazuku.
He'd accepted reality, letting go of illusions.
In intellect, talent, strength, and growth speed…
Kazuku far surpassed him, surpassed them all.
Among them, Kagami couldn't think of a better captain.
What, rely on Hiruzen?
Though Hiruzen was outstanding, reliable, and responsible…
That was compared to ordinary people.
Against a monster like Kazuku, he was worlds apart, incomparable!
"It's my fault for being too weak." Hiruzen took a deep breath, face unwilling.
As the team's only jonin…
He should've led them to victory in the bell-snatching battle.
For this clash with Kazuku, he hadn't slacked for a moment in the past month.
Even eating only rice balls for quick meals.
Yet, facing Kazuku…
All his efforts seemed meaningless!
Let alone leading the team to grab the bells!
He didn't even touch them!
"Hiruzen, it's not that you're weak…"
Koharu, seeing this, comforted him, "Young Master Kazuku is just too strong!"
Everyone fell silent, none refuting Koharu.
It was both comfort for Hiruzen and stark truth.
Whether Hiruzen or Torifu in Butterfly Mode…
Their strength was already impressive!
But…
Compared to Kazuku, who seemed to cheat, their strength paled.
It couldn't be helped.
Kazuku's techniques…
Monstrous Strength.
Eight Gates.
Rasengan.
Wood Release.
Each could stand alone.
Let alone Kazuku, who mastered them all.
Even as a six- or seven-year-old, the gap in techniques wasn't something Hiruzen and the others could bridge with effort.
Moreover, Kazuku was only seven physically.
His mind wasn't stuck at that age.
Plus, ninja battles were about information.
Kazuku knew Hiruzen and the others inside out.
With the check-in system as a cheat…
Defeating them…
Was expected.
But…
Hiruzen and the others, unaware of this, felt bitter.
No matter how much they knew Kazuku was a genius…
A monster…
Beyond normal logic…
Thinking he was only seven…
Filled their hearts with despair.
"Haha, alright, everyone, lighten up."
Kazuku, seeing Konoha's future elites, slapped his thigh.
If he didn't say something…
Hiruzen and the others might break down emotionally.
"From today, you're my subordinates."
"But we don't need strict hierarchy. Treat me as a friend."
Kazuku paused, shifting tone.
"Of course, as Lord Tobirama said…"
"If any of you truly think you can challenge me, I'm ready anytime!"
Kazuku's words rang, his gaze sweeping everyone.
As expected…
Silence.
No one questioned his strength.
No one challenged him!
Instead, Uchiha Kagami took a deep breath, reaffirming, "I, Uchiha Kagami, have no objections."
Then Sarutobi Hiruzen.
"I, Sarutobi Hiruzen, fully support Kazuku as captain."
"Young Master Kazuku is the best among us for captain." Torifu and Homura said in unison.
Koharu echoed them.
Only Danzo stood dazed.
He still couldn't accept a seven-year-old like Kazuku as captain.
But…
In the end, Danzo could only nod, saying nothing.
After all…
Kazuku crushed them with overwhelming power!
(End of Chapter)