Time flew by, and another week passed.
Just moments ago, Samueru, the number one genius of the Hidden Cloud Village, had advanced to the finals with a total score of 72.
Without exception, every opponent he faced had essentially been defeated in a single move. In the later matches, all his opponents simply forfeited.
What no one had expected was that Naruto, once regarded as dead last, had fought his way through the competition as a dark horse and earned 50 points.
After defeating several Genin from the Hidden Water Village and the Hidden Stone Village, Xiao Yun had also earned 50 points, tying Naruto for third place.
Sasuke ranked second with a narrow lead of 53 points.
Ranks five through ten were held by Hyuga Yumi and Neji Hyuga of the Hyuga Clan, three Genin from the Hidden Stone Village, and Haku of the Hidden Mist Village.
Konoha Casino
Tsunade's luck had been unusually good these past few days. Of course, "good" was only compared to her usual luck. The former cash cow had somehow not lost any money lately, leaving the casino owners deeply frustrated.
Tsunade was now a famously wealthy woman. Xiao Yun had given her the entire five million he won in the Forest of Death, and she had also won five million from gambling matches of all sizes.
Tsunade was now a multimillionaire.
However, compared to the hundred million she owed the Raikage, the amount was still nowhere close.
Even if Xiao Yun defeated Samueru, only half the debt would be waived. They would still be short forty million.
"Tsunade, take it easy. Don't bet so aggressively."
Xiao Yun looked helplessly at the gambling-addicted Tsunade.
"Eh? I just thought of something."
A gleam flashed in Tsunade's eyes as a sly expression appeared on her face