The Third Generation's Decision

Inside the Hokage Building, the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi sat behind his desk.

Xingye walked into the office and bowed respectfully.

"Lord Hokage, did you summon me?"

The Third Hokage nodded, looking at the nine-year-old boy before him.

"Xingye, I heard that you have displayed astonishing strength in the special class," the Third Hokage said. "Even Might Guy has nothing but praise for you."

Xingye did not speak, simply listening quietly.

"Xingye, I want to ask you a question," the Third Hokage said, looking into Xingye's eyes. "Do you wish to participate in the Chunin Exams early?"

Xingye's pupils constricted.

As expected, the Third Hokage knew his intentions.

"Yes," Xingye said calmly. "I do indeed have that intention."

The Third Hokage was silent for a moment.

"You know what this means," the Third Hokage said. "The Chunin Exams are not child's play. If you fail, you will face life-threatening danger."

"I know," Xingye said. "But I have confidence."

The Third Hokage looked at Xingye, a flash of complexity crossing his eyes.

This child's strength was indeed far beyond his peers, even surpassing most chunin.

But if he were allowed to participate in the Chunin Exams early, it would attract the attention of other hidden villages.

Especially his status as a member of the Uchiha clan would make other villages wary.

"Xingye, I grant your request," the Third Hokage finally said. "But I have one condition."

"Please, speak."

"During the Chunin Exams, you cannot fully reveal all of your strength," the Third Hokage said. "Especially your Mangekyo Sharingan; you must absolutely not let others see it."

Xingye chuckled inwardly.

The Third Hokage's concerns were not without reason.

If he fully exposed his strength, other villages would immediately realize that Konoha had produced a monster and might launch a war prematurely.

"I understand," Xingye said. "I will keep it under control."

The Third Hokage breathed a sigh of relief.

"Very well. The Chunin Exams will be held in two months," the Third Hokage said. "During this time, you need to prepare well."

"Thank you, Lord Hokage." Xingye bowed and left.

After walking out of the Hokage Building, a smile appeared on Xingye's face.

Third Hokage, you are still the same indecisive Third Hokage, Xingye mused to himself. You fear that Konoha will be targeted by other villages, so you restrict my strength.

But you don't understand, I have already surpassed your control.

The Chunin Exams will be the beginning of my rise.

Xingye returned home and began preparing for the Chunin Exams.

First was the aspect of ninjutsu.

Xingye had already mastered chakra of all natures, but he needed to elevate his ninjutsu to a higher level.

Fire Release, Water Release, Earth Release, Wind Release, and Lightning Release—each style needed to be mastered.

Then came the aspect of taijutsu.

Although Xingye's Otsutsuki bloodline already made his taijutsu very strong, he still needed to continue improving.

Finally, there was the aspect of tactics.

The Chunin Exams were not merely a competition of strength; they were more a contest of tactics and intelligence.

Xingye needed to formulate detailed tactical plans to deal with all kinds of potential opponents.

Two months is enough time for me to prepare, Xingye thought to himself. At the Chunin Exams, I will make the entire ninja world remember my name.

Just then, Itachi walked in.

"Brother, I heard you are going to participate in the Chunin Exams?" Itachi said with some concern.

Xingye nodded.

"Yes, Itachi."

"But the Chunin Exams are very dangerous..." Itachi said.

"I understand," Xingye patted Itachi on the shoulder. "But this is a process I must go through to grow."

Itachi looked at Xingye, complex emotions flickering in his eyes.

"Brother, you must be careful."

"Don't worry, Itachi," Xingye smiled. "I won't let myself fall into danger."

Itachi nodded and left Xingye's room.

Xingye watched Itachi's retreating figure, a wave of warmth rising in his heart.

Itachi, you are the partner I trust most, Xingye mused to himself. I will not let you repeat the tragedy from the original story.

The Chunin Exams are not only the stage for me to display my strength, but also the beginning of me changing my fate.

Xingye closed his eyes and began to plan his tactics for the Chunin Exams.

[Chunin Exams preparation mode activated]

[Time remaining: 2 months]

[Preparations to complete: Ninjutsu refinement, Taijutsu improvement, tactical formulation]

Xingye already had a plan in mind.

Over the next two months, he would prepare for the Chunin Exams with everything he had.