Chapter 5 - Kenjustu Academy

As Yami prepared for his second year at the Academy, a sense of determination and purpose filled his heart. Donning his blue cloak and wrapping his bandages around his fan, he embarked on a rigorous training regimen atop the Hozuki clan building. The rhythmic sound of his sword slashes filled the air, a testament to his unwavering commitment to honing his skills and mastering his craft. With precision and focus, he manipulated his Magnet Release to control kunai and shuriken, shaping them into intricate forms that danced through the air like ethereal crows.

The grueling physical training that followed tested Yami's endurance and resilience, pushing his body to its limits as he performed a series of demanding exercises and meditative practices. Harnessing the power of his waterbending abilities, he deftly manipulated the mist in the air, transforming it into boiling water spears aimed at himself in a daring display of control and agility. As he deftly dodged and countered the onslaught, his mastery over waterbending allowed him to heal his cuts and burns with fluid grace, a testament to the harmony between his mind, body, and chakra.

Arriving at the Kenjutsu Academy, Yami found himself immersed in elemental classes that challenged him to infuse his blade with his elemental chakra. The teacher's declaration of a battle to the death for the coveted swords set the stage for a fierce showdown, with only Yami and his close friend Soma remaining in the arena. The clash of their blades reverberated through the pit, culminating in a decisive strike that heralded Yami's victory and ascension to the prestigious rank of one of the Seven Mist Swordsmen. With the legendary sword Hiramekarei in hand, Yami's resolve to protect his village, shape its future, and bring about an era of peace and prosperity burned brighter than ever, setting him on a path towards greatness and the looming shadows of the Third Great Ninja War.