This guy's looks... could he specialize in torturing ninja from other countries and villages?

Three minutes isn't a long time; while many people are scratching their heads in frustration, the alarm clock on the wall strikes midnight.

"All candidates, stop writing."

Shikamaru Nara's voice could be heard coming from the video surveillance cameras in both classrooms.

"So fast!"

"Isn't it three minutes?!"

"Yeah, it feels like it was over in just one minute?"

"Forget it, this question is so simple, and you've all been thinking about it for so long. Let's not be Ninja anymore."

A Ninja who quickly answered using his sensory abilities mocked the other Ninja who were yelling.

Indeed, the question was too easy for them, and they were able to quickly decide on a name.

Seeing this, Kanami and Neji Hyuga exchanged a knowing glance and smiled.

They couldn't possibly pass; those who were scratching their heads, feeling there wasn't enough time, actually had a chance of passing, because they were constantly thinking without answering.

Now all we need to do is see if the classmates in the next class can share their thoughts.

This is also the brilliance of Shikamaru's three-minute time limit.

If you immediately think of filling in someone's name, it's hard to grasp the essence of the question within three minutes.

Those Ninja who couldn't figure out whose name to write, even after three minutes, or thirty minutes, still couldn't decide.

Just like math problems, if you don't know how, you just don't know how. No matter how angry you get, you still won't be able to do it!

Soon, Shikamaru Gate of Opening and entered the classroom where Kanami was, and began collecting the blank sheets of paper from the examinees' answers.

When Shikamaru received a Sand Ninja, the Sand Ninja refused to give it to him.

"Teacher, please, let me guess!"

This Sand Ninja was the same one who wasn't very bright and was previously suspected of being a plant hired by Neji.

If I can guess a name, I have at least a one-in-three chance of passing the exam!

I spent three minutes and didn't even write a single person's name!

How come I didn't even know to try guessing!

The Sand Village ninja felt remorseful and looked at Shikamaru with sincere eyes.

Shikamaru was completely dumbfounded upon seeing this scene.

Is this some kind of desperate attempt to prevent me from passing?

If I had known there was such a talented person, I would have added ten seconds to the answer time.

Shikamaru's inner monologue.

But on the surface, he smiled and said, "The exam is over, please don't ask me to disqualify you."

After saying that, Shikamaru took the white paper from his hand.

"Ugh! This is my first time participating in the Chunin exam, and I'm already going to be eliminated in the very first round!"

Sunashi hid her face in sorrow.

Kanami noticed a slight twitch at the corner of his mouth.

Unbelievable!

Even after Shikamaru said "Your exam qualification is revoked," you still don't realize that not answering is the correct answer.

It's quite obvious that if someone really gets 0 points, they wouldn't be disqualified from the exam. Instead, they would usually say, "Try again next time and do better next time."

Thinking of this, Kanami shook his head again.

It's understandable, given it was the first time...

After Kanami finished collecting the test papers, Temari from the next class also collected hers.

The two checked the information very quickly, and a few minutes later, they announced the results in front of everyone.

"Teams of three, teams that write their names on the exam paper..."

Shikamaru paused for a moment, then scanned the Ninja below the stage.

He continued, "They all count as failing the exam."

The Ninja who had filled out the name list with excited eyes were suddenly stunned.

"(⊙o⊙) Huh?"

"If even one person fills out the form, the student fails the exam?"

"Examiner, isn't that right? Shouldn't it be that if all three people fill in the same name, they'll pass?"

"Yeah, how come just filling in a companion's name means it didn't pass?"

"So how do you know if it's passed? Do you mean you don't need to fill it out?"

"Right!"

Shikamaru looked at the last Ninja and nodded with a smile.

"You have to leave it blank to pass this written exam."

"Ah?"

"Are you kidding us?"

"Didn't you say before that if three people filled in the same name, they could pass the exam?!"

"So, just because a big country is big, it can bully us small countries?!"

For a time, those Ninja who thought they would definitely pass the test were filled with resentment.

Swish!

Just as they were shouting, several Ninja wearing green Konoha Ninja appeared in the classroom!

The leader was dressed in a black coat, wearing a hooded Konoha Ninja Forehead Protector, and had a hideous scar on his face!

"Quiet down, everyone! The invigilator is the highest authority in the exam room. If you disagree, tell your respective teachers about this question! They will give you the answer!"

The Scarface- faced Ninja in black, hands in his pockets, growled.

Who are you sending it to?

Just as these arguing Ninja turned to look at the man in black, they immediately fell silent.

Holy crap! This... this looks terrifying!

Holy crap, that scar on his face is so deep?!

Could it be the Torture Department?

Specializing in torturing foreign Ninja from other villages?

The Ninja inwardly grumbled.

Seeing this, Kanami smiled.

Ibiki Morino's appearance is quite intimidating; he stunned the audience as soon as he appeared.

I remember being genuinely startled when I first saw this guy appear.

When we were kids, we often mistook him for Konoha spy!

After everyone fell silent, Shikamaru smiled at Ibiki Morino.

"Thank you, senior."

"It's alright, you were just being too kind to them."

Ibiki Morino smiled back.

Shikamaru scratched his head sheepishly.

He then stepped forward, cleared his throat, and said, "Everyone, since you have doubts about me, I will explain the exam rules again."

"First of all, this bonus question is actually a trap question."

If you try to solve this problem by adhering to my rules and are unable to think outside the box, then this problem is considered unacceptable.

The same principle applies to the battlefield. My question is: if a squad must have one person die, who should that person choose to stay?

When you choose to abandon your companions, it means you've failed to answer this question.

"Examiner, I have a question!"

A Ninja raised his hand.

Shikamaru looked at him and smiled slightly, "Go on."

"Our team didn't choose to abandon our comrades; each of us chose to abandon ourselves. Why is that considered a failure?"

Shikamaru smiled. "Aren't you a comrade yourself?"

In a team of three, what's the difference between abandoning yourself and abandoning your teammates?

The Ninja who asked the question suddenly realized and nodded.

"I understand. We'll participate again next time in the Chunin exam."

"Haha, the proctor might be different next time, you'll need to think more carefully."

"Yes, I believe that with this period of adjustment, our team will become more coordinated and we won't be eliminated in the first round again."

After Shikamaru answered everyone's questions, most people, even if they were unwilling, did not say anything more.

"Haha, I actually got the right answer?! I didn't even write it down and I still got it right?!"

The Sand Ninja who had been trying to bluff Shikamaru was only now realizing what was happening.

This reaction time...

You're invincible.

Kanami internally complained.