Naruto: Mixed Heritage

Chapter 21-Interlude

"As you've chosen the path of early graduation, there are a few adjustments we need to discuss," Ryuji explained, locking eyes with each student.

"Firstly, your second-year exams will be skipped. Instead, you'll undergo the graduation assessment in a month."

'As expected. Well, not technically since I was preparing for two exams back-to-back. I was sure that they would have a catch to this so as to sift the wheat from the chaff. I guess I was wrong.' Renjiro ruminated within the labyrinth of his mind.

Ryuji continued,
"This also means that you should be prepared to brush over the third-year syllabus. While it won't be the main focus, it might be integrated into the examination."

'What the hell! I thought that since the third years have more practical classes than us, their syllabus wouldn't be that different from ours. I guess I'll have to ask around.'

The weight of the challenge settled in the room, but Ryuji's stern expression softened as he addressed them.

"I believe in your capabilities, and this decision is a testament to your dedication. Early graduation is no small feat, but with hard work, you can achieve it." Ryuji finished off with an encouraging smile.

He handed each student a set of papers outlining the revised plan, the details of the accelerated exams, and a brief overview of the third-year syllabus. As the meeting progressed, Ryuji offered guidance, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and supporting each other through the upcoming trials.

The room buzzed with a mix of determination and apprehension as the students left, mentally preparing for the intense month ahead. Ryuji watched them go, and his confidence in their potential is evident. The journey to early graduation had begun, and each step would test their mettle and shape their destinies as shinobi.

'Aaah, to be so young and Ambitious. I just hope that neither of them will get discouraged if they fail the test. Who Am I kidding? Not everyone is like me.'

Ryuji finished off with a short laugh at his misery. This brought back memories of his younger days and he could not help but be sentimental.

When Renjiro arrived back at his place, the first thing that he did was release one long exasperated sigh.

"Ugh..." Renjiro sighed.

"I can't even get rest nowadays! Maybe I should just quit being a shinobi and live a mundane life after the next Shinobi war. There would be more than twenty years of peace. However, there is also the Uchiha Clan Massacre. I can just become strong Enough and revert my name back to Uzumaki. At that time I should be strong enough to counter Danzo's schemes. But becoming stronger opens one up to stronger threats after all more power, more problems."

After resigning himself to his fate of a never-ending loop of power chasing just for self-preservation, Renjiro focused on the matter at hand.

'Well Good news is I have more time to prepare for the exams and the Bad news is that I have a month to go through the third-year curriculum. Life sure has a way of balancing itself out.'

'Besides that, The only other things that I consider important are Genjutsu and Bukijutsu. But considering the tight time constraint, I can't learn everything about them. I will have to cover the basics and then circle back after I become a genin. Or even, I could even pester my Jounin sensei to teach me. But first, let me see what the third-year curriculum entails.'

Renjiro furled the papers Ryuji handed to them and started studying them one after another.

In their third year at the academy, the curriculum shifted its focus to practical applications, allowing aspiring genins to delve deeper into their chosen specializations. Each student embarked on a unique journey, refining their skills and developing a more profound understanding of their selected path.