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Azula

So this is what becomes of the Fourth Hokage's legacy? Pathetic.

Azula

The boy can barely throw a kunai straight.

Azula

Taijutsu barely passing, ninjutsu subpar, and genjutsu... nonexistent.

Azula

What exactly has Sarutobi been doing with the boy these past years?

Azula

Minato and Kushina sacrificed everything for this village, and this is how their son is treated?

Azula

(The old monkey has grown soft. Perhaps too soft to lead.)

Azula

I left too soon. My research can wait.

Azula

The question remains... is the boy worth salvaging?

Azula

I suppose I'll give him one chance to prove himself at the graduation exam.

Azula

Raw potential means nothing without proper guidance.

Azula

If the boy fails, I wash my hands of this pitiful situation.

Azula

But if he passes... even barely... perhaps there's something worth molding after all.

Azula

The Third has grown complacent in peacetime. Someone needs to remind this village what true power requires.

Azula

Perhaps that reminder should begin with Naruto Uzumaki.