After pulling Hinata Hyuga, Kurotsuchi, and Ino Yamanaka into the Genjutsu, Mirai Uchiha began weaving their illusory world.
His sole purpose was for the three to gain valuable combat experience and develop better teamwork within the Illusion World.
Therefore, there was no need for them to go through unnecessary distractions. They only needed to keep cultivating and fighting within the Illusion World.
Just then, following Naruto Uzumaki's enthusiastic speech, Kakashi announced that the three had passed his test.
Led by Kakashi, the three happily approached Mirai Uchiha.
"Uncle Mirai, I've passed Teacher Kakashi's test now. I'm a real ninja starting today, so look out! I'll surpass you soon."
Seeing Naruto's excited expression, Mirai Uchiha smirked slightly, "You should defeat my disciples first."
"Defeat your disciples?" Naruto looked puzzled as he glanced at the still Hinata and the others seated on the ground. "Uncle Mirai, what's wrong with them?"
Sasuke Uchiha stated solemnly, "They've all fallen into a Genjutsu."
"Genjutsu?!"
Naruto's expression became even more confused as he turned to Mirai Uchiha and asked, "Uncle Mirai, what exactly are you doing?"
Mirai Uchiha casually replied, "I'm letting them train in the Illusion World."
Hearing this response from Mirai Uchiha, not only Naruto and Sasuke were shocked—Kakashi couldn't help but furrow his brow slightly too.
"Train in an illusion world?"
"Mirai, you're coming up with wild ideas again."
"Although you're strong, when it comes to training disciples, I won't lose to you."
Seeing the determined look in Kakashi's eyes, Mirai Uchiha snorted softly. "Kakashi, how about we have our disciples challenge each other?"
"Sounds good." Kakashi's eyes lit up. "The loser buys barbecue for everyone."
Upon hearing their supervising Jonin making such a bet, Sasuke Uchiha, Naruto Uzumaki, and the others immediately became excited.
Even though it was just a barbecue, this was about the honor of becoming shinobi.
This battle absolutely could not be lost!
Even Kakashi Hatake wanted to prove himself superior to Mirai Uchiha in this aspect.
After all...
He couldn't possibly be worse than him in every aspect, right?
The fighting spirit of Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, and Kakashi Hatake was all ignited.
Seeing their burning gazes, Mirai Uchiha slowly spoke up:
"Hold on."
With that, [the ocular power] within his eyes began surging wildly.
Originally, he had only intended to let Hinata Hyuga and the others gain some experience within the illusion world before ending the exercise.
But now, it seemed like things needed a little more heat.
The Kurama clan's Kekkei Genkai, capable of faithfully mirroring events from the illusion world into the real world, was perfect for this purpose.
———
Inside the illusion world.
Hinata Hyuga, Ino Yamanaka, and Kurotsuchi remained completely unaware.
Within this illusory realm, they continuously trained, cooperated, and fought...
Year after year.
After enduring three full years of intense training, all three greatly increased their strength.
Suddenly, the three felt their surroundings flicker before their eyes—then in an instant, they returned to the real world.
"We just..."
"Wait...was that an illusion?!"
Back in the real world, their memories gradually became clearer, and they began to realize how absurd the world they were just in truly was.
They had battled countless enemies nonstop for three years, training and fighting day after day.
If it were the real world, they would've collapsed from exhaustion long ago.
"Future-sensei, we..."
Seeing the confused expressions on their faces, Mirai Uchiha casually waved his hand. "Kakashi brought his students over here to challenge me. Why don't you show them what you've learned?"
Upon hearing this, Hinata Hyuga, Ino Yamanaka, and Kurotsuchi immediately turned their attention toward Naruto Uzumaki and the others nearby.
Having spent so much time inside the illusion world, they still felt somewhat dazed and detached.
Naruto Uzumaki burst out laughing as he pointed at Mirai Uchiha. "Sensei, that's your idea of training? We barely even closed our eyes for a few minutes!"
"You're treating us to barbecue today."
Sasuke Uchiha also wore a confident smile on his face.
During their time at the Ninja Academy, Hinata, Ino, and Kurotsuchi hadn't been particularly strong.
This upcoming match would definitely end in a complete rout.
Even Sakura Haruno felt completely confident after comparing both team lineups.
Ino was about equal with her, but Naruto and Sasuke could easily overpower Kurotsuchi and Hinata.
No matter how she looked at it, there was simply no reason for them to lose.
Looks like even Mirai-sama could make a miscalculation now and then.
Meanwhile, upon understanding the entire situation, Kurotsuchi, Ino Yamanaka, and Hinata Hyuga couldn't help but wear slightly worried expressions.
"Future-sensei, Naruto and Sasuke are both incredibly strong shinobi..."
Mirai Uchiha waved his hand dismissively again. "From the moment you three became my disciples, you've already surpassed your peers."
"Just think back to everything you endured in the illusion world—you'll have no trouble crushing these opponents."
Seeing Mirai's unwavering confidence, the three girls could only nod reluctantly.
They briefly adapted to their own bodies, only to suddenly realize that their chakra had increased significantly.
Moreover, the experiences accumulated in the Illusion World now clearly resurfaced in their minds.
Not even the smallest detail was missing.
This…
Cultivation within the Illusion World could actually manifest in reality?!
Kurotsuchi and the other two girls were ecstatic. They couldn't help but glance toward Mirai Uchiha. When they saw her supportive gaze, they immediately felt filled with confidence.
"Let's go!"
Seeing Kurotsuchi and the others head toward the center of the training ground, Naruto Uzumaki and his companions quickly followed.
Sitting next to Mirai Uchiha, Kakashi Hatake smirked and said, "Mirai, this time you're definitely going to lose."
"No matter how strong you are, there's no way Black Soil and the others could have gained enough power to defeat Naruto and his team in just a few short hours."
"As a teacher, you'll never be my equal."
In response to Kakashi's provocation, Mirai Uchiha simply offered a faint smile.
"Kakashi, don't be so impatient; the result will soon become clear."
"And besides…"
Mirai added, "Those who fall before me are never considered true opponents."
"You struggle to close the distance over time, unaware that time only makes the gap between us even greater."
After hearing Mirai's words, Kakashi immediately took out his notebook again to jot something down.
That line was good—he'd have to use it the next time he faced off against Guy.
As the two casually chatted, the battle at the center of the training ground began.
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