"Thank you all for your cooperation over these three years." Mokgetsu swept his gaze over each student's face and bowed slightly. He spoke sincerely.
Mokgetsu has been in the Naruto World for almost three years now, spending most of his time at the Ninja Academy.
The first year of his arrival was the toughest for Mokgetsu. Transferred here as a Chunin from the Root, and the seeds of war in the Ninja World were just beginning to sprout.
Both the superior who might send him off at any moment and the impending crisis of war made Mokgetsu anxious day and night.
To survive in this dangerous world, Mokgetsu worked hard, doing everything he could.
He could learn a Ninjutsu in half a day of class. Wanting to master more Ninjutsu, Mokgetsu fashioned an image of an agreeable person, fully loading his schedule to become as strong as possible.
To avoid being Shimura Danzo's cannon fodder, Mokgetsu let Sarutobi Hiruzen inadvertently discover his various talents, allowing the insufficiently powerful Mokgetsu to break away from the Root.
Now, the reason Mokgetsu still responds to Shimura Danzo's orders is that Danzo can no longer threaten his life, and even his assistance outweighs his threats.
In his first year, Mokgetsu was either in class or on the way to class, since besides regular classes, he held special training during holidays, spending the majority of the year attending classes.
In the second year, due to the launch of internships, there was a semester without class, but he mainly attended classes in person and even conducted a major special training session once.
Even in the third year, while still in Konoha, during the first semester, Mokgetsu's shadow clones diligently attended all classes, with his real self occasionally visiting.
Considering Mokgetsu's total of just three years here, spending so much time with Class 1, it's hard not to develop feelings.
"Congratulations on becoming ninjas, but becoming a ninja is not the end of cultivation; it is the beginning. Even after graduation, do not forget to train." Mokgetsu reminded.
Under his tutelage, Class 1 of three years became exceptionally outstanding; even if they participated in the Chunin Examination, a few could advance to Chunin status in a regular exam.
However, looking at the whole Ninja World, they were still too weak; in this dangerous world, weakness easily leads to death.
"Teacher Mokgetsu, just wait for my good news! In a few years, the name of the genius Anko will resound throughout Konoha!" Anko said confidently.
Shisui became famous in Konoha at eight; if she's a bit late, well, she'll make it by eleven or twelve.
"I will strive to become an excellent ninja."
The students' goals, at the minimum, aimed for as high as Jonin, believing that becoming Jonin wouldn't let Mokgetsu's guidance down.
"I want to become part of Konoha's top ranks and build a statue for you at the Ninja Academy!" Kotetsu expressed his grand ambition.
He had already discussed his future after graduation with Kamizuki Izumo.
After graduating, they would first fulfill their duties as ninjas, train hard to become exceptional, and then, after the emergence of the next Hokage, use their abilities to become his guards, steadily reaching high positions, eventually building a large statue of Mokgetsu at the Ninja Academy.
This time, Anko did not voice a sarcastic comment because she realized she had fallen short; even though Kotetsu and Kamizuki Izumo didn't have much to show for, they could indeed talk their way through.
"I look forward to the day you all succeed." Mokgetsu gave a gentle smile, blessing all his students.
Next up was photo time. Mokgetsu took numerous group photos with the students using the camera he bought.
Some wanted solo photos with Mokgetsu, and he agreed to each request.
Throughout the day, Mokgetsu was either chatting with students or taking photos until the afternoon dismissal bell rang, and finally, the students had to say goodbye and depart.
Mokgetsu watched everyone leave before he left the Ninja Academy and headed to Tsunade's house.
"What good news happened today? You've bought so much delicious food." Tsunade peeked at the bags Mokgetsu was holding as soon as he walked in.
Although she often demanded grand meals from Mokgetsu, he didn't always indulge her, perhaps preparing a particularly lavish dinner every seven days at most.
"What, aren't you going to eat if it's not good news?" Mokgetsu asked with a laugh.
"Of course I'll eat, and it'd be best if meals like this were daily." Tsunade said bluntly.
"Tsunade-sama, perhaps you should continue dreaming for such a life." Mokgetsu suggested, indicating this lifestyle could only exist in dreams.
"Shizune, call me when Mokgetsu finishes cooking." Tsunade laid down on the sofa and took her nap.
Anyway, since Mokgetsu couldn't accompany her to play Ninja Assassin, sleeping away the wait until dinner seemed quite practical.
After dinner was settled, Mokgetsu headed to the training ground to teach Yamato.
"Yamato, do you want to be my disciple, like Kakashi and the others?" Mokgetsu asked directly.
According to Yamato's personality, a straightforward approach was better.
Yamato's eyes lit up, feeling as if a pie had fallen from the sky, excitedly nodding, "I do."
[Would you like to establish a mentor-student relationship with Yamato?]
A system message quickly popped up before Mokgetsu's eyes.
Without a doubt, Mokgetsu clicked yes directly.
[The relationship was successfully established, with the current trust level being three. Disciple Yamato has unlocked "Apprentice Refinement Returning Master" and "Teaching Returns"]
Yamato didn't disappoint Mokgetsu, setting the highest trust level record upon relationship establishment, achieving trust level three right away.
By this point, Mokgetsu had six system-recognized disciples.
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After completing a week-long rigorous real combat training, Might Guy found Teacher Chen again for a challenge the next morning.