The first written exam soon came to an end.
Despite a few twists and turns along the way, the contestants from the Five Great Shinobi Nations all passed this round.
Shika, who had been frustrated over wasting most of her time, also managed to copy Kakashi and Rin's answer sheets thanks to Crystal Release's unique ability to reflect images.
Next came the second exam.
The examiner for the second round was none other than the Sharingan Squad, led by Uchiha Fugaku.
Faced with more than a dozen pairs of scarlet Sharingan, even the shinobi from the various villages, with their excellent composure, couldn't help shivering.
The Uchiha Clan's strength was recognized throughout the entire Shinobi World.
No one could remain calm when faced with more than a dozen pairs of Sharingan!
Uchiha Fugaku's face was as impassive as still water. He watched the shinobi before him with unwavering focus, yet his voice seemed to ring in everyone's ears:
"The second stage will take place in the Forest of Death before you. You will undergo a ten-day trial inside. Several scrolls are scattered throughout the forest. There are two kinds: Heaven and Earth. Each team must find one of each and reach the finish line within the allotted time."
"A friendly reminder: if you're lucky enough to find both the Heaven and Earth Scrolls, be extra careful on your way to the Tower. Inside the Forest of Death, life and death are not restricted. Of course, you can choose to withdraw. More than a dozen examiners are scattered throughout the forest. If one happens to be nearby when you withdraw, then you can count yourselves lucky."
As soon as the rules were announced, all the contestants' expressions changed.
Even the powerful Kirigakure squad looked uneasy.
The forest was enormous. They had