That scene completely plunged the field into a strange silence. Every student wore an expression of shock and disbelief.
After the shock came confusion.
"What just happened?"
"Could it be that Kakashi's Great Fireball Technique only looked impressive but had no real power?"
"Didn't you feel that heat just now? Akira must have done something to shatter the Great Fireball Technique!"
"But how did he do it?!"
What was that?
What did they just see?
The Great Fireball Technique—actually shattered with a single punch?
How exactly did Akira do it?!
It was far beyond their understanding. With their knowledge, they couldn't even comprehend what had happened…
There was only pure shock and astonishment!
"This is…" A member of the Hyuga clan, Hiashi Hyuga (young), activated his Byakugan to observe the battle. He saw it clearly—but the shock in his heart was even greater than the others.
He muttered in disbelief, "Such exquisite chakra control… How could someone at this age possibly achieve something like this? Even a clan Jonin might not necessarily reach this level…"
The Hyuga clan's Byakugan was far easier to awaken than the Uchiha clan's Sharingan.
With the foundation of a great clan and early chakra training, many children around six or seven years old had already awakened the Byakugan.
Because of its unique vision, he clearly saw what Akira had done just now—
In an instant, he condensed and explosively released chakra, directly blasting apart the Great Fireball Technique!!
Such refined chakra control—even a Jonin of their clan might not necessarily accomplish it!!
"Th-this…" Not to mention the students—even Teacher Oda, a Chunin, couldn't understand what had just happened.
Had Akira used some ninjutsu he had never seen before?
It was unbelievable!
On the field, shattered flames scattered and fell. Akira shook his right hand and couldn't help smacking his lips.
"Don't say it—it's actually quite scalding…"
Though smashing the Great Fireball with one punch had looked spectacular, the heat of the flames had still made his fist sting slightly. Next time, he couldn't be this reckless!
Kakashi Hatake: "..."
Just scalding?
He had originally thought Akira would rely on speed to dodge. He had already prepared his next attack.
Instead, Akira's action completely exceeded his expectations—and deeply shocked him.
What exactly had Akira done?
He had shattered the Great Fireball Technique with nothing but his fist?
"So this is the trump card you mentioned? As expected of you, Akira. But the match isn't over yet!" Kakashi suppressed the shock in his heart. His eyes sharpened as he stepped forward again, short blade slashing horizontally with fierce momentum!
"You'd better be careful too. My fists aren't easy to block…" Akira reacted swiftly, leaping backward to evade the horizontal strike. Just as he was about to counterattack, another blade had already cut toward him from a tricky angle.
He was forced to dodge once more!
Kakashi's attacks came one after another—each slash fluid and methodical, not chaotic at all, but precise and decisive!
Akira's dynamic vision was extremely strong, and his perception was keen. He always reacted just before being struck—dodging and parrying without being hit.
On the field, the two engaged in fierce combat. Compared to the earlier novice exchanges, this battle was far more impressive—but also far more dangerous!
Their movements and offensive pressure had already exceeded what their age should allow. The surrounding students watched with pounding hearts, utterly stunned.
These two had already left them far behind!
Was this what a genius looked like?
Many felt disheartened. It was clear—they hadn't even allowed these two to fight seriously before…
Teacher Oda murmured in amazement, "These two already have the level of Genin… Truly worthy of being called geniuses…"
At five or six years old—still first-year Ninja Academy students—they already possessed Genin-level combat ability.
Unconsciously, he recalled when he himself had been a student. Back then, there had also been a genius who, at this age, already had Genin-level strength…
Now he was a Jonin—
Minato Namikaze!
In Akira and Kakashi, he seemed to see Minato's shadow once again!!
'This is troublesome. My combat experience is still too lacking…' Akira sidestepped another horizontal slash and pondered inwardly.
His lack of combat experience meant he was dodging more than attacking…
'I need to break his rhythm and create an opportunity!'
His mind worked rapidly. Kakashi's moves were continuous and well-structured—then he would break that structure!
With that thought, Akira dodged again. Then he stomped the ground and surged forward, closing the distance in a single stride.
"Take this punch!"
With a low shout, Akira threw a punch that carried a howling wind. That small fist, in this instant, revealed terrifying power—enough to send someone flying over ten meters!
This was a serious punch!!
"..." Kakashi dared not be careless in the slightest. A fist that could shatter the Great Fireball Technique—if it landed once, he would likely lose!
Having already mastered the Body Flicker Technique, he possessed remarkable speed. Combined with sharp reflexes, he reacted instantly.
Moreover, such a large-scale punch—if it missed—would create a momentary opening. That was his chance!
'There!'
With a swift movement, Kakashi cleverly evaded the punch, appearing at Akira's left side. He raised his blade and slashed downward once more with sharp momentum.
'Hooked…' Akira's lips curved slightly. As expected, he was still just a kid—equally lacking in combat experience.
He couldn't even see through the opening Akira had deliberately exposed.
He was the true hunter!
Clang!
A wooden blade meant limited cutting power. Akira's left hand, coated with chakra, grabbed the descending blade. His palm hurt slightly—but it was bearable.
"Got you!"
He yanked hard, pulling Kakashi off balance, causing him to stumble.
In that fleeting instant, Akira clenched his fist and slammed it down again—giving Kakashi no time to react!
"Damn it…" Kakashi hadn't expected Akira's reaction to be so fast. Seeing the punch crashing toward his chest, he inwardly cursed.
But he wouldn't just sit and wait!
His right hand released the blade, both arms crossing in front of his chest to block the incoming strike.
It was the only option. At such close range, there was no room to dodge!
Bang!!
Like being struck by a giant hammer, Kakashi felt intense pain in his arms. The punch pressed through his guard and slammed into his chest.
His body trembled. A groan escaped his lips as he was sent flying uncontrollably…
Fortunately, he had defended and redirected some of the force. It hurt—but he hadn't lost yet!
Suppressing the pain in his arms and chest, Kakashi flipped midair and landed steadily on the ground—though he still couldn't help sucking in a sharp breath.
It really hurt!!
What kind of monster was Akira?
Why was his punching power so terrifying?!
However, before Kakashi could even catch his breath, he heard a sharp sound. Instinctively raising his head, he saw a fist rapidly enlarging in his vision…
Akira naturally wouldn't miss this opportunity. The moment Kakashi was sent flying, he explosively burst chakra beneath his feet, cracking the ground and propelling himself forward at even greater speed!
Whether it was a technique of the Body Flicker Technique or not—he didn't know, and he hadn't formally learned it.
But this method could greatly enhance his straight-line acceleration!
This strike would definitely land—the outcome had already been decided!
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