Senran Kagura; Shinobi by Death: Volume 1, The Beginning

Chapter 17: New Classes

After the girls finished their exercise, only Hibari and Yukio were left in the secret room, the others were taken to the Shinobi hospital. They decided to go see everyone at the hospital.

The receptionist took Hibari into the waiting room, but didn't allow Yukio to enter.

"Is something wrong?" Yukio asked.

"I can't allow you into these rooms." The receptionist replied.

Damn, I guess civilians aren't even allowed in Shinobi hospitals. Wait, I didn't even tell them that I was a civilian, how did they know?

"S-Sorry, Yukio. I'll make sure to tell the girls that you said hi." Hibari said, as she went into the waiting room.

"Thanks, Hibari." Yukio replied.

Yukio decided to go back to the secret room, and saw Kiriya-Sensei sitting in the room. It was as though he was waiting for him.

"Ah, Yukio. Sit down, I need to talk to you." Kiriya said in a stern voice.

"A-Am I in trouble?" Yukio asked.

Kiriya chuckled. "No, no. There are just a couple of things to notify you about."

Yukio sat down across from Kiriya.

"I heard that you've already gotten acquainted with Daidoji. That in itself is impressive." Kiriya stated.

"Uh...thanks?" Yukio tilted his head to the side.

How is that impressive? Does she kill anyone she introduces herself to?

"She and I have been discussing this for a while. I talked with both master Hanzo, and the principal about it. Yukio, You have been accepted into the Shinobi classes at Hanzo Academy." Kiriya said.

Yukio's jaw dropped. He couldn't believe what he was hearing.

Shinobi classes?! I'm taking Shinobi classes now?! What even are Shinobi classes?! Why am I going to them?! Ugh...I never wanted to learn much about Shinobi, but now I have to take classes about Shinobi. Are you kidding me?!

"T-This isn't official or anything, right?" Yukio tried to remain calm.

"Not fully, we still have to move you from your regular classes." Kiriya replied.

"Don't I get a say in this decision?!" Yukio shouted.

"Well, you were going to be the final verdict, I think joining the classes would help you understand Shinobi more than just coming here everyday, during lunch. What do you say, wanna become the first civilian-originated Shinobi?" Kiriya asked.

"Ugh..." Yukio rubbed his temples.

Oh well, I already have gotten too deep into what Shinobi are like, might as well make it official.

"Alright, fine. I'll join the classes, and become a Shinobi." Yukio responded.

"Fantastic! I'm glad to have you as my new student." Kiriya said, as he shook Yukio's hand. "Now, along with switching to the Shinobi classes, you will also have to move into a different dorm."

"Now that I know that Shinobi are more than just stereotypical ninjas, I guess I have a lot to learn." Yukio said, then sighed.

"Of course you do, becoming a good Shinobi is hard for many. You need to have the willpower to continue down this path." Kiriya warned Yukio.

"Well, I've already shown how strong my willpower is, right?" Yukio countered.

"Indeed, I have no doubt that you will make a great Shinobi." Kiriya said.