"Kumogakure really has a grand scheme."
When Hagoromo heard Hiruzen Sarutobi say that Kumogakure would cover all the expenses for the examinees to travel to the Land of Lightning, he couldn't help but laugh.
Hearing Hagoromo say that, Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded with a smile.
After all, while ninjas can leave early to make it to the exam, it doesn't mean that all expenses are waived.
While this amount of money may not seem like much, it adds up over time.
Furthermore, the largest portion of the expenses came from representatives sent by various daimyo and nobles, which goes without saying.
"Ever since that incident, Kumogakure has been determined to erase the current perception of them in the Shinobi World."
"But the results were minimal; they were probably hoping to pass the Chunin Exams."
"Let some ninja villages know that Kumogakure is still the Kumogakure."
After Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep drag, the Kakkō on his pipe flickering intermittently.
Hagoromo nodded, after all, this was the same operation as the Gold and Silver Brothers.
One approach was through public opinion, but now it's about flexing their muscles.
During the Chunin Ninja Exams, they will showcase the new generation of ninja from Kumogakure, rising stars, to the major nations.
This silenced some people and forces in the Shinobi World.
It's estimated that Kumogakure has already prepared some talented Genin to take this year's exam.
Who knows, the Yotsuki Clan might also send out some of its most talented members.
However... Hagoromo looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi with some uncertainty.
"Master, what are your thoughts?"
After all, Hiruzen Sarutobi wasn't the kind of person to just say things casually; the fact that he was talking to him meant that he had something to do with the Chunin Exams.
"This time, Kakashi and you will be the team leaders, leading the Jonin squad."
Hiruzen Sarutobi said calmly, a slight smile playing on his lips.
Forehead···
Just as expected.
"Master, can I refuse?" Hagoromo asked with a helpless expression.
He really didn't want to join in the fun.
After all, the Tobirama Senju has a notorious history of misdeeds; wasn't Kumogakure killed because he went to sign a contract?
"No, I will be attending as well, and I've also invited the Fourth Sunagakure from the Land of Wind."
"The Kumogakure faction has also agreed."
Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile.
Fourth Kazekage Rasa?
Hagoromo thought of the pervert who oppressed her son.
"But what will happen to the village then?"
Hagoromo asked curiously, since Hiruzen Sarutobi left the village, and Konoha no longer had Council of Elders.
"Jiraiya return then, and we are not weak now."
Hiruzen Sarutobi said meaningfully.
Hagoromo also came to her senses; indeed.
The current Konoha does not have the Uchiha has lost its title as the strongest clan.
In addition, there's Shisui, whose strongest Genjutsu is absolutely on the Hokage's side.
There's no need to worry too much.
"Alright, you can make the arrangements then, I'll go along and broaden my horizons."
Hagoromo shrugged and said helplessly.
Hiruzen Sarutobi chuckled and tapped Hagoromo, thinking to himself that his apprentice was getting lazier and lazier.
(Hagoromo: Why don't you take a look at how many things I'm carrying right now?)
After their casual conversation, Hagoromo took her leave.
As for the so-called Chunin Ninja Exams, they haven't arrived yet.
It's not too late to consider it when we actually face it; who knows, my Sealing Jutsu might have improved significantly by then?
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On the training field, Hagoromo casually tossed the Purification Potion to Sasuke.
"Sasuke, drinking this will be good for you."
Sasuke took the bottle without asking any questions, and immediately unscrewed the cap and downed it in one gulp.
Their own teacher already had many strange traits; even the medicinal baths they needed after training were formulated by Hagoromo.
It's just a bottle of medicine, nothing to be alarmed about.
Naruto, watching curiously, moved closer to Sasuke.
Sasuke had just drunk his drink, felt a breath coming from beside him and pushed Naruto away with a look of disgust.
He said coldly, "Dead Last, don't get so close, it's disgusting."
Naruto had been pushed away, ignored Sasuke and instead looked at Hagoromo.
"Teacher! Why didn't I get one?"
Well, it's just that Naruto is really annoyed that Sasuke has things that Naruto doesn't.
Snap--
Hagoromo tapped Naruto's forehead with her fingers, annoyed, and said, "This is useless to you."
"Oh."
Naruto, wincing in pain and clutching his forehead, responded with a wronged sound.
Sasuke turned his head away with a smile; this Dead Last really loved pestering Hagoromo- sensei.
"Alright, if there's really something you can drink, wouldn't the teacher give it to you?"
Hagoromo chuckled and patted Naruto's head, thinking that the kid was really starting to treat him less and less like a teacher.
"Fine." Naruto pouted, really annoyed by Sasuke's smug look.
"Alright, Sasuke, if you experience any changes in yourself in the coming days, remember to tell your teacher."
Hagoromo smiled and said to Sasuke.
"No problem." Sasuke nodded coolly.
He seemed to have some suspicions, but he'd see how it went.
I feel a little guilty that I can't tell Nissan about this...
No, Nissan hasn't been home much lately, so I won't tell him.
Thinking this way, Sasuke felt much better.
Neji, standing next to Hagoromo, looked at Sasuke with a slightly enlightened expression, probably because Sasuke had the same problem.
However, this time it's a medicine.
"That's right! Teacher!"
Naruto, as if remembering something, excitedly spoke to Hagoromo.
"I can now use Earth Release!"
"Oh?" Hagoromo was surprised, after all, Naruto said he was almost there yesterday, how could he be done today?
"Earth Release: Subterranean Voyage!"
Naruto quickly formed hand seals, and the ground beneath his feet turned into fluid as Naruto entire body slowly submerged.
Immediately, Naruto began to move rapidly through the soil.
Naruto would occasionally tease the people standing on the training ground, especially Sasuke, who received special attention from Naruto.
Hagoromo helplessly covered his forehead as Naruto passed by him again.
He grabbed at the ground and lifted Naruto up.
Naruto remained in his strange posture, constantly surging.
It took him a while to realize what was happening, and he struggled to jump down.
She stood beside Hagoromo with an embarrassed expression.
"Your execution was fluid, but your posture?"
Hagoromo looked at Naruto with a strange expression. This kid was really mischievous; even his Ninjutsu was so strange.
"Hehe, I just feel it's easier to swim like this."
Naruto scratched the back of his head, looking embarrassed.
Shikamaru and the others beside him all wore smiles, after all, Naruto's posture just now was really strange.
"Alright, but remember, Ninjutsu is not for fun, especially when facing enemies later."
Hagoromo didn't say much, only offering a slightly admonitory remark.
After all, this is no laughing matter; a slight misstep could lead to disaster.
"Yes! I understand, teacher!" Naruto quickly patted his chest and assured him.