The subsequent battles were a repeat of the previous ones. Although Hyuga Kaze's strength and speed were inferior to Asuma's, he was always able to anticipate the enemy's moves and avoid Asuma's attacks.

After a fierce struggle, Asuma was defeated once again after his pressure points were struck.

This outcome dealt a heavy blow to Asma, who had initially been full of confidence. He barely managed to complete the reconciliation seal before leaving dejectedly.

It wasn't until evening that Asma returned home, completely drunk and disoriented. As soon as he entered the door, he saw his father's disappointed expression.

"What happened? Why did it turn out like this?!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi's reproachful words contained a hint of concern, which Asuma completely failed to detect at this moment. He subconsciously murmured, "I lost. I actually lost to such a young ninja in front of Kurenai, and a member of the Hyuga branch family at that!"

After saying that, Asuma ignored Hiruzen Sarutobi and went straight back to his room!

Looking at his son's crooked and unsteady figure, Hiruzen was filled with anger.

I've been protecting you for years, and you still can't do it?

How can my branch then expand and multiply?

You useless thing! If I weren't so old, I would have had another one long ago!

Taking a few deep breaths to suppress his anger, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt something was off. Asuma's strength was quite good, and the fact that his teammate, Kurenai, could make him lose confidence was quite remarkable.

A cold glint flashed in Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes. A young man with such strength should be given more missions and more responsibilities to train him.