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The Chunin exams were once again upon the Hidden Leaf village and after an extra year of preparation, Team Guy headed to registration. Guy strolled proudly behind his students, shoulders back and chest puffed as he howled out praises and encouraging words. Lee chorused with his teacher, his fiery spirit burning brightly in his eyes. On the other hand, his teammates were less outwardly enthusiastic but determination radiated off them in waves. The team found it hard to keep their heads down as the adrenaline and excitement for what was to come coursed through their veins.
Perhaps they were too tense. Neji activated his Byakugan, quickly swatting a small stone out of the air. They immediately assumed defensive positions around their sensei. Guy simply raised a brow.
“Aw, Maito-kun.” The team looked up. “Your kiddies put a stop to all my fun.” You swung down from your tree branch. You were still in uniform, ANBU mask hung at your hip. Guy’s face immediately went red. Sweat began to appear on his temple. “Long time,” You winked at him, “No see.”
He greeted you with a stutter. Team Guy collectively looked at their sensei then to each other in confusion. Never had they seen their teacher so uncharacteristically nervous.
“You’re home…” Guy neared salivation. He froze, eyes wide. He made a conscious effort into shutting his ajar jaw. You let out a hum.
“And since when do you have students?” You leaned down to get a better look at Neji before catching sight of Lee. You gasped. “I wasn’t gone that long was I?” You immediately latched onto the young genin. “He looks just like you, Maito-kun!” Guy’s eyes widened in shock.
“No, no, Lee isn’t my son!” He corrected with a certain amount of urgency. Guy cleared his throat. His hand held a tremor. “What brings you to the chunin exams?” You gave a hearty laugh.
“Why, to scout out the rookies of course!” Guy gave a nervous chuckle.
“Yes… of course…”
“Well, I’ll let you get to registration,” You announced, clapping your hands together. “I’ll be seeing you soon. Maybe I’ll have your students on my team one day.” You winked again and Guy could have exploded on the spot.
When you disappeared and the team eyed Guy in suspicion.
“Who was that?” Tenten asked. Guy tugged at his collar.
“Oh, just an old friend.” He answered nervously. Guy let out another unconvincing laugh. “C’mon everyone, let’s get to registration.”
Guy attempted to channel his energy from before, but the three children were not convinced.