Сhapter 37

- Well, you have successfully failed your test. - The man began to scold us in a mannered voice. - Although, to be honest, I expected the worst ... - After some hesitation, he drawled, glancing at our trio, lingering on me at the same time. Which is not surprising, I got more than the others. I looked battered and battered, carefully holding my injured hand. The teacher had already set that one back into the joint, but it was still quite painful to move it... Fortunately, I had already received such an injury before, otherwise it would have been much more painful.

Well, it's not the point, the main thing is that I got the most during this torture. Inuzuka escaped with a couple of good bruises and abrasions, after which she was caught in genjutsu, where she was stuck until the very end of our ordeal. Yamonaka generally turned out to be almost without unnecessary injuries. The clone of the teacher almost immediately knocked out a guy who was not ready for hand-to-hand combat… And only Uzumaki thought of seriously swinging with the teacher, not wanting to pass out even after hitting particularly vulnerable points.

- You managed to show some teamwork. Yamanaka – excellent genjutsu skills, you almost caught me a couple of times. The creativity of using your abilities is still not enough, but it will come to you with experience. Inuzuka – good skills in taijutsu, well-established teamwork with his ninken. I cooperated well with Uzumaki, despite the previously shown negative attitude towards him ... Uzumaki, I praise separately. Physical strength, speed and skills in tai are at the level of an average Chunin. I'm not talking about your stamina at all, it's easier to kill you than to knock you down ... - The teacher calmly praised us, forcing my partners to cheer up a little…

And, to be honest, I would like to follow their example, but the understanding that the teacher had to literally look for these advantages among a whole bunch of disadvantages did not allow me to do this. And in general, I considered the recent battle too shameful... if only because I myself behaved like an absolute beginner in tai, at some point ceasing to control my surroundings. But Iruka-sensei, from the very beginning of our training with him, tried to instill in me the habit of looking "wider" at what was happening during the fight…

- But that's where all the advantages end. Then there is a series of endless minuses. - As if reading my own thoughts, the teacher continued, slowing down the mood of my newfound companions. - Yamanaka is an absolute powerlessness in close combat. I do not know what you did during your studies at the academy, but know this! A Shinobi who is unable to defend himself in hand–to-hand combat is a dead shinobi. - Glaring at the short blond man, Sensei typed, at once becoming much less benevolent and welcoming.

- There have never been taijutsu masters in my clan, and I myself ... - The boy began to justify himself, but under the menacing gaze of the anbushnik, somehow quickly faded, interrupting in mid-sentence. I understand him, he himself was a little strained by the abrupt changes in the teacher, even though I knew that all these changes in behavior were just a way to convey the necessary information to negligent students. Quite rude, but very effective, according to army traditions, so to speak.

- Inuzuka. - Our sensei turned his gaze to the girl. - You lack speed and strength! Against the background of your fellow clansmen, you get too lost. About the fact that you couldn't break out of the simplest genjutsu, I'm already generally silent... we'll talk about this separately. - Strongly touching the girl with his words, the man continued to scold us.

But unlike Yamanaka, Akita did not dare to open her mouth, to some extent even admitting that sensei was right… That's just from the inner resentment and rage that literally bursting. I could see how her hands were twitching, which she prudently put behind her back. Maaa, yes, the girl will cry now from such straightforward and harsh criticism… Well, or she will try to bite Sensei, which is much closer to her style of behavior.…

- Uzumaki. - It was my turn to catch Sensei's menacing and stern gaze on me. "Despite your good taijutsu skills, you focus too much on your opponent. In a real shinobi battle, such mistakes are unforgivable. Especially since you were taught at the academy to fight against several opponents at once. You should have the necessary knowledge on this score ... - The man typed, a little more condescendingly. - Otherwise, there are no too obvious mistakes, but there is an acute lack of ning and genjutsu skills. And you didn't even think of reaching for the kunai in the heat of battle... I understand, but I don't approve. Natsubashi-sensei continued, forcing me to lower my gaze slightly. Well, purely to demonstrate his remorse…

- I hope you will help me to correct my own shortcomings, sensei. - I answered quietly, starting to probe the ground on the topic of obtaining new knowledge… Although, according to the mood and words of the teacher, it is already clear that he is going to take us seriously and thoroughly. But an extra safety net in my case will not hurt. It's my partners who have their clans and parents, which, if anything, will help them get back on their feet. My only hope of learning something new is this man who just recently knocked my arm out of the shoulder joint.

- Good answer. Sensei nodded at me, softening his gaze a little. - But we will be doing this from tomorrow. I have already managed to evaluate your abilities, and I have an approximate training program ready for you… But some adjustments should still be made to it. Therefore, we will finish with you today. Tomorrow I'll be waiting for you at the Hokage residence by six in the morning. We will try to complete a couple of missions before lunch, and we will devote the second half of the day to your training. - The teacher confirmed the seriousness of his intentions… After that, a series of clarifying questions followed from our side, but in general, our acquaintance with the teacher could be considered over.

He did not stay with us for a more in-depth acquaintance, in the end, advising me to visit the hospital ... which, of course, I was not going to do. Even though I had already become a full-fledged Shinobi, and therefore the main hospital for me was now open almost around the clock. But I somehow wasn't going to go to them with an injury that would pass by itself in a matter of hours... Especially since I have a scheduled medical examination scheduled in a few days at which I will still be examined and patched up if necessary.

- Um... guys, maybe we'll go to some restaurant. Let's celebrate the end of the academy, so to speak. And it wouldn't hurt to get to know each other better... my parents even gave me money for this occasion. - A little hesitantly and shyly, young Yamanaka addressed us, thereby stopping me from escaping from this landfill as soon as possible… Going voiced by a guy was not so pointless. And I really wanted to celebrate such an important event.

- I don't mind… But I definitely don't have enough money for an expensive diner. And at your expense, I'm sorry, I'm not going to celebrate. - I immediately outlined my position, causing only a stormy series of nods from the guy…

- Pf, which is to be expected from someone like you. - Our dog lady muttered in my direction, slightly arrogantly lifting her nose… She quickly recovered from the recent words of our sensei. - But in general, I agree with Yamanaka, it's definitely not worth missing such an occasion for a holiday. - Almost immediately, she added, already much more enthusiastically. - I even know one suitable place… They serve excellent shish kebab there. And not expensive at all! - Even more enthusiastically, the girl said… Causing me some doubts about the availability of the place offered to her.

Still, meat is an expensive product. And if it is also served in a cafe… I feel like I'm going to have to splurge a bit today anyway. Fortunately, I still have some savings left after purchasing all the necessary equipment for Genin's life… Hiruzen's gifts helped me out quite a lot in this regard. Still, the old man did not forget to throw me all sorts of handouts that were somehow connected with the work of Shinobi…