"No wonder Chidori requires the Sharingan to unleash its maximum power."

Now, Kyohiko's Body Flicker Technique also has this issue after use. His eyesight and body are somewhat unable to keep up. Although not as lethal as Chidori, it similarly affects the exertion of his strength.

The solution—

Either enhance his eyesight to allow his vision to keep pace with his body,

or enable his body to keep up with his speed.

The former requires talent; Minato Namikaze is a prime example.

As for the latter, Guy is the best example.

Keep practicing!

Kyohiko's gaze was firm as he began using the Body Flicker Technique, coordinating his attacks with punches, kicks, and kunai.

At first...

His speed was extremely fast.

Later, the speed gradually decreased, but his movements became increasingly fierce.

Above him, Jiraiya was perched on a tree, concealed among the leaves with ninjutsu, his face revealing undeniable shock.

As one of the Legendary Sannin—

He could certainly understand what the little boy below was training for.

Controlling speed!

The other party's Body Flicker Technique was very strong, but speed is not always better; if it exceeds one’s control, it can easily become a weakness in battle.

His Body Flicker Technique is impressive.

Some jōnin might not even match the boy below in terms of Body Flicker Technique alone.

But that wasn’t the main point of Jiraiya’s surprise.

What truly astonished him was—

The boy could actually realize that speed is not always better; instead, it should be about increasing speed while maintaining control.

Controlling speed is often more important than simply increasing speed.

What seems like a simple principle is something many ninjas only grasp through life-and-death battles.

"Remarkable!"

Another Minato, perhaps?

Jiraiya's gaze was complex.

This was not the first time he had seen this boy.

In fact, Kyohiko passed by the road near the bathhouse every time he trained.

There had been a few occasions where he almost revealed his whereabouts because of Kyohiko, but because of that, he had a considerable impression of this boy.

Diligent and hardworking.

Training tirelessly every day without rest, what surprised him the most was the boy’s mindset.

It wasn't just Kyohiko who was working hard.

Jiraiya remembered another flamboyantly dressed boy in green who was also very hardworking, but the two practiced in entirely different directions.

That one focused on taijutsu.

As for the one in front of him,

Since they met, he had only practiced taijutsu, Body Flicker Technique, and substitution techniques, with a very strong sense of purpose, not blindly training.

Now, he had learned independently, diligently breaking through the Body Flicker Technique, and began to research and practice the secrets of controlling speed.

Such awareness is not something just anyone possesses.

A genius!

Just like Minato back in the day.

Jiraiya sat in the tree, his gaze fixed on the boy below sweating, thoughts and memories flooding in.

As one of the Legendary Sannin, he could hide his presence so well that the current Kyohiko couldn’t detect him at all.

Until evening, Kyohiko lay exhausted under the tree.

He looked up at the dappled tree shadows, blinked, and then—

Under the moonlight, a section of tree shadow seemed off?

Kyohiko sat up.

"Who?"

"Whoosh!"

In the night sky, it seemed a bird flew away, disappearing among the tree shadows.

...

At the Konoha Ninja Academy,

A group of students who had become ninjas sat in the classroom.

The teacher had not yet arrived.

Everyone was leaning against the windows, watching the child below training hard, all of them delighted.

Except for two people.

One was Might Guy.

He was curled up in a corner, doing one-handed handstands to strengthen his physique, giving off a distinct sense of artistic beauty compared to those around him.

The other was Kyohiko.

He was watching Guy.

Finally, Guy could no longer hold back.

Previously, Kyohiko was an outlier in the class; after his reincarnation, he focused all his thoughts on training and becoming stronger, with no time to ponder relationships, thus remaining quite low-key in class.

The relationship with Might Guy could only be described as average, with each knowing the other's name and appearance.

Therefore...

"Kyohiko-kun, did my training disturb you?"

Guy asked somewhat awkwardly.

Kyohiko shook his head: "No, I just really admire you."

"Admire me?"

Guy was surprised, then quickly straightened up and sat next to him, his face showing excitement and disbelief, but he said somewhat shyly, "You must be making fun of me? I almost didn't pass my graduation exam."

"At least you passed, right?"

Kyohiko said dismissively.

Then he said seriously: "Guy, I've been observing you. Although your ninjutsu talent isn’t great and your comprehension is average..."

He was only listing flaws.

Guy's expression grew increasingly bitter as he listened.

Immediately following—

"But you have perseverance that others do not possess and the determination not to fear others' judgments. That is also a kind of talent. Guy, you are definitely a hardworking genius!"

"Hardworking genius?"

Might Guy was stunned.

For the first time in his life, aside from his father, someone had called him a genius.

He couldn’t help but feel a bit shy.

"I... how can I be considered a genius?"

"Why not? The Hokage said that perseverance is the greatest talent, something most people find hard to possess. Look around the classroom, aside from you, who else is training?"

Kyohiko said softly.

Guy glanced around—

There truly was no one else.

Everyone was very relaxed, and in front of him, Kyohiko's fingers were still skillfully manipulating kunai, while the other hand seemed to be practicing hand seals?

And then there was that female ninja named Yuhi Kurenai.

She was also seated, not participating in the noisy crowd.

Guy looked around and finally curiously asked Kyohiko,

"Did the Hokage really say that?"

Is this the point?

Sarutobi Hiruzen certainly didn’t say it; it was future Hokage Kyouhou Kyohiko who said it!

Kyohiko focused his mind, abandoning the idea of quickly taking advantage of the situation.

Just then, Might Guy suddenly hugged Kyohiko.

"But I am very grateful to you, Kyohiko. You are the second person to recognize me, aside from my father!"

Saying this, he began to cry uncontrollably.

Even though Kyohiko was usually calm, he couldn't help but feel slightly shocked at this sudden change.

This transformation—

Was completely unexpected!

His cries drew everyone's attention.

It was a rare sight to see, and everyone paused their teasing of the younger students, all looking over in unison.

Kyohiko felt dazed, thinking he was quite socially dead.

What was even more painful was—

He had paid the price, but received no reward, making him feel like a clown.

Guy was crying.

He was reflecting.

Their joys and sorrows were not the same.

A woman's voice broke the strange and awkward scene, also attracting the attention of others.

"Guy-kun. May I ask, who is the first?"

Right!

Who is the first?

Everyone was curious.

Guy stopped crying.

All eyes were on them.

He was not at all shy, but instead was incredibly proud: "Of course, it is my eternal rival, Kakashi Hatake!"

Kakashi.

When everyone heard this name, they first showed respect, then skepticism—

Huh? You?

And then came...

"Hahahaha!"

Except for Yuhi Kurenai and Kyohiko, the whole place erupted in laughter.

"Tch, I can also say that Kakashi is my eternal rival!"

"Hahaha, I’m also Kakashi's rival!"

"Me too."

The classroom was filled with a cheerful atmosphere.

Kakashi graduated at five, becoming a chunin at six.

And this one in front of them...

Graduated as a genin at seven, which is quite good, but clearly not on the same level; how dare he claim to be an "eternal rival"?

Guy was silent.

Kyohiko patted his shoulder, offering sincere comfort and affirmation—

If there's no reward, it must be that he wasn't sincere enough.

So,

He needed to up his game!

"By aiming for first, you might achieve second or third, but if you aim for second or third, you can only reach fourth, fifth, or even lower. Guy, believe in yourself; you will definitely be Kakashi's eternal rival!"

"Kyohiko-kun!"

Might Guy hugged Kyohiko again, but this time without crying, filled more with excitement and happiness.

What is a confidant?

This is it!

Father, finally someone understands me!

Might Guy laughed and laughed, tears streaming down his face without any hesitation.

Kyohiko sighed inwardly—

Guy aimed for Kakashi, but he had originally aimed for the future Guy.

Everyone had a bright future.

He was deeply moved.

[Ninja psychological development is also a vital part of Hokage's work; you have strengthened a genin's heart and ignited his endless fighting spirit.]

[Reward: Your basic taijutsu skills have been enhanced.]

Basic taijutsu skills?

Kyohiko pondered as many techniques related to using fists and feet resurfaced in his mind, mostly focused on leg techniques.

He became increasingly certain—

Rewards are closely related to the impact of events and the other party's current abilities.

For example,

Yesterday's reward was because Kyohiko gained complete trust in "himself," so the strongest "Body Flicker Technique" was enhanced.

As for Guy, currently, the best he had was a strong body and taijutsu.