Each Opponent in the Third Round

The second round of the Chunin Ninja Exams concluded, selecting ten contestants to compete in a showdown scheduled for half a month later, at which time the Five Kage will gather in Konoha.

The list of ten opponents for the third round has been released.

Sasuke Uchiha VS Naruto Uzumaki.

Neji Hyuga VS Hozuki Suigetsu.

Kimimaro VS Gaara.

Karin Uzumaki VS Jugo.

Ino Yamanaka VS Shikamaru Nara.

The betting on the second exam, organized by the Konoha government, made them a fortune, but the moment the list of opponents for the third exam was released, it caused an uproar.

Countless people placed excited bets, making the first match a highly anticipated spectacle.

Sasuke Uchiha, Son of the Former Uchiha Clan Head, faces off against Naruto Uzumaki, son of the Fourth Hokage.

It must be said that Konoha knows how to win people's hearts.

The second match, Neji Hyuga vs. Hozuki Suigetsu, is another highly anticipated clash between a genius from the Hyuga Clan Konoha and a genius from the Mist Ninja Hozuki Clan.

The third match: Kimimaro vs. Gaara. A genius from the Mist Ninja Kaguya Clan versus the strongest Genin from the Sand Ninja.

The first three games alone were incredibly hype-worthy, attracting countless people to place bets.

Not only civilians, but also countless ninjas secretly put their minds to work, constantly analyzing the information of each game before choosing to place bets.

The third Chunin tournament was more of Star Ninja battle than a real competition.

Everyone knew that the ten contestants in the Chunin Ninja Exams were almost destined to become Chunin.

In particular, it has been revealed that the Third Hokage Tsuchikage Onoki of Iwagakure, Onoki, the Fourth Raikage, Ay of Kumogakure, and the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa of Sunagakure will all be present for the third match.

In an instant, the anticipation for Konoha 'Chunin Ninja Exams reached its peak, generating immense buzz and even attracting ninjas from other villages to secretly place bets.

A Training Ground for the Senju Clan.

"Sister Bai, and Hinata too."

Ino Yamanaka looked embarrassed and apologized to her two teammates.

In the second exam tournament, her two teammates Hinata Hyuga and Yuki Haku, both forfeited, causing her to be eliminated, and she was well aware of the implications.

Because the contestant in the tenth arena is Shikamaru Nara.

"Ino, it's okay," Hinata Hyuga said shyly.

Yuki Haku smiled gently, "Ino, you should know that with our ratings, Chunin shouldn't be a problem after this."

"We're counting on you for the third exam; we've staked a lot of money on it."

Seeing the support from her two teammates, Ino Yamanaka smiled brightly; she had never been that kind of person.

Thank you.

She has already expressed her gratitude in her heart and will definitely repay it in the future, rather than just saying it.

"But Ino, Tsunade- sensei said we'll be doing special training for a month, so good luck!"

Ino smiled broadly and gave a thumbs up, "Don't worry, with Haku and Hinata, the three of us will be the strongest female ninja team in the future."

Ino Yamanaka is not the strongest of the three, but she is the team leader.

One is that Ino has a forthright personality, but is not violent. At the same time, having experienced so much since childhood, she is independent and has a broad perspective.

In contrast, Yuki Haku's gentle personality makes him unsuitable for the role of captain, and Hinata is in the same situation.

Therefore, Ino Yamanaka is actually the backbone and leader of the three-person team.

The rooftop of the Hokage's Office Building.

"Teacher Yoru, please, I beg you, please give me special training."

Having not experienced the Night of the Massacre, Sasuke Uchiha's personality is much better than in the original story. His manners are full of courtesy, and even his eyes shine with determination.

"So, Sasuke, do you want to undergo special training just to defeat Naruto Uzumaki?"

In response to Uchiha Yoru's question, Sasuke Uchiha revealed a determined smile.

"No! My goal is to become stronger and then become the Sixth Hokage of Konoha. Then I will personally tell Naruto Uzumaki how naive his so-called ideals are."

Seeing Sasuke Uchiha resolve, Uchiha Yoru immediately smiled.

This is getting more and more interesting. Sasuke Uchiha's ultimate dream is to Sixth Hokage. I wonder what will happen between him and Naruto in the future.

In Sasuke Uchiha's mind, there was only one god above the Kage: his teacher Uchiha Yoru.

"Okay, I'll give you special training, so don't complain then."

"Thank you, Teacher Yoru."

After Sasuke Uchiha respectfully left, Uchiha Yoru smiled and nodded, saying, "Itachi, now you see?"

The head of the Anbu Uchiha Itachi, slowly emerged from the shadows, removed his mask to reveal a mature face, and wore a gentler smile than in the anime.

"Teacher Yoru, I'm begging you for Sasuke."

"Hehe, Itachi, I was talking about Sasuke's dream, and that dream is no simple one."

Uchiha Yoru shrugged and spoke with a relaxed smile, while Uchiha Itachi smiled happily upon hearing this.

"I look forward to seeing Sasuke become the Sixth Hokage."

As expected, Uchiha Itachi, had blind confidence in his Sasuke.

Uchiha Yoru chuckled and waved his hand, "Then you, as the older brother, will have to train Sasuke properly from now on."

"Yes."

Uchiha Itachi watched the figure leave the Hokage Building with a gentle smile. He could only support his younger brother's dream.

At the other end of the waterfall.

"Pervy Sage, please give me special training! I'm going to fight that arrogant Sasuke in half a month, please!"

Naruto Uzumaki, unusually, took the initiative to find Jiraiya and firmly declared that he wanted to undergo special training.

Meanwhile, Jiraiya had been interrupted from gathering material, looked utterly dejected and sighed as he squatted in front of the waterfall, watching the determined Naruto. He couldn't help but ask curiously.

"So Naruto, why are you so determined to defeat Sasuke Uchiha? Is it simply because you want to defeat him?"

Upon hearing Pervy Sage 'Jiraiya question, Naruto Uzumaki smiled, a smile that only fueled Jiraiya's curiosity.

"Because! Because I want to defeat Sasuke Uchiha and prove that my Nindo is not wrong. I need to change Sasuke's mindset first, to make him clearly realize that peace in this world is not achieved through the intimidation of power; this is not true peace."

"True peace is when people understand each other!" Naruto Uzumaki said with unwavering conviction in his eyes, as if Sasuke Uchiha had become the first person he wanted to influence.

Upon hearing this, Jiraiya stared blankly. Just as expected! Naruto is still Naruto, with his stubborn, donkey-like personality, and he won't change at all.

But!

Suddenly, a malicious smile appeared on Jiraiya's face, as if it was a good thing that Naruto had a goal.

"Haha, Naruto, from now on I will begin your special training. I support your dream, but don't let your teacher down. First, let your teacher see how you influence the first person who understands you."

Never before had such a thing happened; the Pervy Sage Jiraiya had actually agreed with his philosophy, and Naruto Uzumaki immediately showed excitement.

"Pervy Sage!"

"No! Naruto, don't overthink it. I don't agree with your ideas; this is just the first step you've taken towards them."

At this moment Jiraiya's face was full of smiles, which also revealed a seductive and wicked grin.

"Naruto, your path of ideals is extremely difficult. As for whether it's right or wrong, I won't comment, but you must prove yourself. First, Sasuke Uchiha, tell everyone that you are not wrong, and then join forces to influence even more people."

"Let me do the math for you. After you influence Sasuke, the two of you, understanding each other, will continue to influence others. Two will become four, four will become eight, eight will become sixteen..."

Finally, as Naruto Uzumaki's ten fingers continued to calculate, his eyes revealed excitement and anticipation.

"I understand, you Pervy Sage. You want me to take the first step before moving on to the second, and then everyone will agree with me."

Well, seeing that Naruto Uzumaki had taken the bait, Jiraiya's lips curled into a smile, as if he had found a good way to deal with Naruto.

"Good, so keep it up! Let the teacher see whether your ideas are correct or God of Night's ideas are correct. Your first step now is to get Sasuke Uchiha agree with you!"

"Yay! I'll definitely succeed!"

Seeing Naruto Uzumaki full of energy and excitement, Jiraiya smiled Jiraiya, but secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Although he didn't know much about Sasuke Uchiha, Uchiha Yoru had said that Sasuke had enormous potential and might one day surpass the Hokage.

In this way, Jiraiya was already silently lamenting that Sasuke Uchiha, as Uchiha Yoru's disciple, wanted to accept Naruto's ideals.

But this is for the best; at least Sasuke Uchiha can keep Naruto in check, preventing him from overthinking all the time.

It has to be said that Jiraiya's little scheme was incredibly cunning, and it was also the destiny between Sasuke and Naruto.

Hyuga Clan Training Ground.

Neji Hyuga constantly sparred and trained with his father Hizashi Hyuga.

"Neji, control your breathing, don't panic."

For once, the usually stern-faced Hizashi showed a relieved smile. His son had grown up, matured, and was about to soar into the vast sky as a fledgling eagle.

Neji, what is your dream?

"To become Teacher Yoru's strongest shield."

Neji knew from a young age that if it weren't for Uchiha Yoru's help, he would have lost his father long ago, and would have lost his freedom as well.

Looking at his father, a rare hint of suspicion appeared on Neji Hyuga panted for breath.

"Father, Teacher Yoru once said that people shouldn't live for others, but for themselves. He told me to use my own eyes to see the world and find its mistakes."

It must be said that Uchiha Yoru's methods were extremely sophisticated; he never told his students, friends, or any of the Jōnin to firmly adhere to his ideals.

Instead, it is often said to everyone, just as it is written on the last page of the book.

Even God makes mistakes, so please find the mistakes God has made, tell God, and correct them.

As a mature person, Hizashi Hyuga was naturally aware of Uchiha Yoru's methods, but even knowing this, he couldn't help but admire such a person.

Uchiha Yoru is called a god not only because he can be compared to the former God of Shinobi, Hashirama Senju, but also because of his magnanimity.

"Neji, this time your opponent is Hozuki Suigetsu, a Kekkei Genkai of the Mist Ninja clan. I heard he's been taken Jōnin as a disciple by Zabuza Momochi, and the Hozuki Clan's Hydrification Technique is almost immune to most physical attacks."

Hizashi was filled with pride for his outstanding son. The Main Family and the Branch Family would end with Neji's generation, and Neji would also prove one thing.

Branch Family! No worse than the Main Family.

"Neji, while the Hozuki Clan's Hydrification Technique is powerful, our Hyuga Clan's Gentle Fist is no pushover either. Ordinary physical attacks may be immune, but our Hyuga Clan's Gentle Fist can inject Chakra into the opponent's body, into water..."

Hizashi Hyuga carefully imparted his experience to his son.

However, at that moment an Anbu figure from the ANBU appeared, Hizashi Hyuga also stopped, and Neji, standing to the side, was panting heavily.

"Hizashi, Lord Yoru has ordered that the Genin Neji Hyuga will travel to the Uchiha Clan's Training Ground tomorrow for a two-week special training program."

Neji was, after all, a disciple that Uchiha Yoru had taken in in order to recruit Shin from the Branch Family. Although he wasn't good at Gentle Fist, he could still offer guidance in other areas.

Upon hearing this, Hizashi Hyuga immediately displayed a respectful smile.

"Please thank Lord Yoru for me."

"Farewell!"

Since Uchiha Yoru took power, the first order that the Anbu and Root changed was that no one was allowed to enter other people's homes at will.

Back when the Third Hokage was alive, Anbu and Root ninjas would deliver orders without restraint, entering the target's home and conveying the orders in a condescending and indifferent tone.

They hadn't thought much of it before, but now that they've compared it to before...

In that instant, I felt respected.

Within the dense fog-shrouded forest, the sound of water echoed continuously.

"Damn it, kid, get serious! If you lose this match, don't even think about the Kubikiribōchō!"

In the mist, Zabuza Momochi's angry voice kept emerging, while Hozuki Suigetsu, who was being tortured, was filled with resentment.

"Hey, Zabuza's teacher, I heard you got the short end of the stick with Kakashi- senpai, and you're taking it out on me."

"Shut up!"

Despite being in pain after being swatted away, Hozuki Suigetsu continued to chatter incessantly.

"I heard that you and Might Guy took on apprentices, but Kakashi completely ignored and forgot about it, haha."

The talkative Hozuki Suigetsu filled Zabuza Momochi with rage. He had never imagined taking on such a disciple; his mouth was truly annoying.

"Shut up! I've bet on you this time. You'd better hold out for at least five minutes, even if it kills you."

"What!" Hozuki Suigetsu's eyes widened.

"What do you mean? Are you looking down on me? Aren't I naturally at a disadvantage against the Gentle Fist of the Hyuga Clan?"

Looking at the arrogant and conceited Hozuki Suigetsu, Zabuza Momochi sneered.

"That's right, the Hozuki Clan's Hydrification Technique can almost completely negate physical damage, but the Hyuga Clan's Gentle Fist is different. They can channel Chakra into the water through their palms, turning it into an offensive attack. Hmph!"

"You mean the Hyuga Clan also has a weakness to Hydrification Technique?"

Hozuki Suigetsu was shocked and cursed. This time, he had met a counter-opponent. How was he supposed to win?

"Not entirely. It depends on who has better Chakra control and who has more Chakra."

Zabuza Momochi sneered. If this guy hadn't been his chosen disciple, he wouldn't have cared. Now he could only give him some special training to make sure he didn't lose too quickly and embarrass him.

"Now I will teach you the Mist Village Assassination Technique. Combined with the Hidden Mist Technique, it is a perfect assassination method. Once you master it, you will have a chance to win."

Regardless of the circumstances, Zabuza his disciple. Even if he didn't want to, he couldn't bet on his disciple losing. So, he was secretly gambling that if Zabuza learned this Ninjutsu, he might be able to win.

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