Chapter 19 : Team 7 Test
Haruto, Naruto, and Sasuke got up early the next morning, taking their time with breakfast before heading to the training ground where Kakashi had instructed them to meet at 5 a.m.
When they arrived, they found Kakashi already there.
Before Kakashi could say anything, Haruto spoke up calmly, "Just now, Sasuke, Naruto, and I were delayed. A black cat crossed our path. I think I even saw you around, Kakashi-sensei."
Kakashi said nothing.
Then he held up two small silver bells. "This is today's test."
Haruto's expression didn't change. Just like I expected... still the same old bell test. Knowing the plot ahead of time really does ruin the suspense.
"The exercise begins now," Kakashi said.
But the three of them didn't move. They simply stood there, facing him.
Kakashi's forehead creased. "What's the meaning of this?"
Haruto stepped forward, voice steady. "I believe that no matter where we hide, you'll find us. Compared to you, we lack the strength and experience to fight solo. Our only advantage... is numbers."
Kakashi chuckled. "That's a sharp analysis. But I only have two bells. Even if you manage to take them, how will you split them?"