Sharingan Evolution: Proficiency's Path

While Qingming was deep in thought, Furukawa had already created some distance. "You can take your time discussing; I'll head off first."

As soon as he finished speaking and was about to turn away, Qingming lunged forward, swiftly drawing several shurikens from his ninja tool pouch.

Swish, swish, swish!

The shurikens flew through the air, most aimed at blocking Furukawa's escape routes, with only two targeting his throat and heart.

Qingming's attack was swift and fierce. If it had been any other Genin, they might have been severely injured by this sudden assault. However, Furukawa was different.

Just as Qingming expected, although Furukawa had suppressed his strength to that of a Genin, his combat experience was far beyond that of ordinary Genin.

In an instant, as Qingming launched his attack, Furukawa reacted.

Clang, clang!

The two shurikens aimed at him were precisely deflected with his kunai.

But this also provided Qingming with an opportunity.

Seeing Furukawa's center open, Qingming charged forward without hesitation, thrusting his kunai toward Furukawa's torso.

Feeling the icy chill in front of him, Furukawa smiled slightly and effortlessly retreated a step, dodging Qingming's strike.

The physical disparity between adults and adolescents was starkly evident at that moment; Qingming's perfect attack was easily evaded by Furukawa due to his larger size.

Qingming harbored no resentment over this.

After all, once on the battlefield, nobody cared about age.

If he was at a disadvantage in size, he had to find a way to turn that disadvantage into balance or even an advantage, rather than complaining about it.

With that thought in mind, Qingming shifted his stance, moving like a monkey, skillfully avoiding Furukawa's counterattack and positioning himself at Furukawa's side.

Then, he executed a side kick aimed at Furukawa's back.

"Why not kick his head?" Qingming wondered, but alas, he was too short for that and could only aim for his back.

However, Furukawa wasn't willing to give him that chance.

With a quick crouch, he dodged Qingming's kick while simultaneously thrusting his elbow toward Qingming's face.

"Not good!"

Qingming's heart tightened, and he quickly raised his arm to block.

Bang!

A dull thud echoed as Qingming felt a surge of numbness in his arm, and he involuntarily flew backward.

In midair, Qingming adjusted his posture and landed gracefully on the ground.

"Qingming!"

"Qingming-kun!"

Only then did Liangjie and Mizutani Seiko react, quickly drawing their kunai and rushing to Qingming's side.

"Are you okay, Qingming?" Liangjie stared at Furukawa, not turning his head.

"I'm fine."

Qingming slowly stood up and replied.

Not far away, Furukawa put away his kunai and said calmly, "Qingming, your strength is quite impressive, but it's impossible to take the scroll from me by relying solely on yourself."

After saying this, he jumped away, disappearing into the depths of the forest.

"Phew—"

Once Furukawa left, both Liangjie and Mizutani Seiko couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Although they had just stepped in, facing a Jonin still made them feel a bit intimidated.

Qingming didn't care much about that.

The reason he acted just now was to test Furukawa's strength and see what he was up against.

With this knowledge, he could better prepare himself mentally.

"What's our next move, Qingming?"

Liangjie pulled back his gaze and asked Qingming.

Not just him; Mizutani Seiko also turned her attention to him.

Clearly, both had come to regard him as their backbone.

This was one of Qingming's goals.

Only by demonstrating his strength could he earn their trust; otherwise, why would they follow his lead?

Now, with the earlier encounter in mind, Qingming believed his teammates would likely follow his suggestions.

Although Qingming didn't care about the position of the leader, it was always better to have less trouble.

Thinking this, Qingming looked at the two and said, "Since Furukawa-sensei said this is a test, there shouldn't be any life-threatening danger. We should give it our all."

"Right! Why didn't I think of that?"

Liangjie pounded his palm, excitedly exclaiming, "What are we waiting for? Let's get moving!"

Ah, if only it were that simple...

Qingming was sure the upcoming journey would be far from easy, but he kept that to himself, preferring that his teammates remain enthusiastic.

As for the rest, they would figure it out later.

With that thought in mind, Qingming said, "Alright, let's head out. I'll take the lead, Seiko will be in the middle, and Liangjie, you keep an eye on the back."

"What?"

Hearing Qingming's arrangement, Liangjie asked in confusion, "Didn't Furukawa-sensei say he wouldn't launch a surprise attack? Why should we watch the back?"

"Better safe than sorry."

Qingming replied.

"Fine!"

Liangjie reluctantly nodded, conceding to Qingming's plan.

"What about Seiko?"

Qingming inquired.

Mizutani Seiko shook her head and timidly replied, "I'm fine."

"Okay, let's go."

With that, Qingming took the lead, heading in the direction Furukawa had left.

Mizutani Seiko and Liangjie followed closely behind.

Unbeknownst to Qingming and the others, Furukawa had used the Earth Release: Earth Underground Fish Technique to hide underground, observing their every move.

Upon hearing Qingming's phrase "better safe than sorry," he nodded with satisfaction.

For a ninja, being cautious and prudent was an essential quality at all times.

Qingming's actions showed that even after being told there wouldn't be a surprise attack, he still remained vigilant, indicating a cautious nature.

If that were all, it wouldn't matter.

However, combining that with his earlier initiative to attack, it was clear he possessed a spirit of adventure as well.

"Caution combined with boldness and decisiveness—this is a natural ninja."

Unbeknownst to Qingming, by simply acting according to the memories of his past life, he had left a high impression on Furukawa.

Yet even if he knew, he wouldn't care.

Others' opinions were just that—opinions. What truly mattered was strengthening his own abilities.

As long as he could enhance his strength, everything he did would be justified.

Let's shift our focus back to Qingming and the others.

The trio dashed through the forest, utilizing the knowledge taught by their school teachers to search for the traces that Furukawa had deliberately left behind.

Along the way, they encountered numerous traps and dangers, but through their efforts, they successfully eliminated each one.

As noon approached, they finally reached the mountain peak and spotted Furukawa, who had arrived ahead of them.

Upon seeing them, Furukawa tossed the scroll he held in his hand and spoke, "Time is running out; what will you do?"

"What to do?"

Qingming and Liangjie exchanged glances before rushing out, each flanking Furukawa from either side.

At the same time, Mizutani Seiko, mustering her spirit, swiftly threw several shurikens and kunai to restrict Furukawa's movements.

Furukawa's form flickered as he evaded Mizutani Seiko's assault.

Taking advantage of this, Qingming approached Furukawa's side, aiming his kunai directly at Furukawa's waist.

Clang!

A clear metallic sound rang out as Furukawa blocked Qingming's attack with his kunai.

At that moment, Liangjie charged in, thrusting his kunai toward Furukawa's back.

Just as it seemed he would succeed, Liangjie hesitated, either afraid of hurting Furukawa or for some other reason.

But that moment of hesitation caused him to miss the opportunity, allowing Furukawa to sidestep.

"Young man, face your enemy!"

As he narrowly avoided the attack, Furukawa was about to say something when he noticed Liangjie smiling slightly, his left hand moving swiftly toward Furukawa's chest where the scroll was hidden.

"Not good!"

Furukawa cursed inwardly, quickly leaning back.

Due to Liangjie's position and height, his left hand could only barely reach Furukawa's chest, insufficient to retrieve the scroll.

Seeing this, Furukawa let out a sigh of relief, thinking, "That was close!"

However, at that moment, Liangjie swiftly turned his kunai in his right hand and cleanly stabbed it into Furukawa's abdomen.

"Ah!"

Upon witnessing this scene, Qingming, who was the first to charge, cried out, and his form suddenly shifted from Qingming to Liangjie.

Furukawa looked down at Liangjie in front of him, a hint of admiration appearing in his eyes.

Then, his form transformed into a cloud of chakra smoke.

A scroll fell from the dissipating smoke, which was precisely the target Qingming and his team had aimed for.

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