Everyone watched as he went from being covered in wounds and barely able to walk just moments ago
to now bouncing around, full of life and energy.
"I knew it! Not one of the rewards Mr. Zhou Cheng gave out was fake."
"Tsk, tsk. You could actually see his wounds healing. That pill was definitely a lifesaving medicine."
"Damn it! Someone else got such a treasure from a White Blind Box, while I only got ordinary items. Comparing yourself to others is infuriating!"
Those who had been cursing Zhou Cheng moments earlier felt their faces burn. The comeback had come so fast they hadn't even had time to react.
Zhou Cheng gave a disdainful laugh. They'd watched for so long and still didn't believe him. Did they have rocks in their heads?
"If you don't believe me, you can leave!"
"I let you attack me and even gave you rewards. Is this how you repay me?"
If you wanted to stir up public anger, you didn't necessarily need to do it yourself.
"In that case, I'll set up my Arena somewhere else tomorrow!"
The crowd erupted!
Set up his Arena somewhere else?
Absolutely not! How could they let someone else benefit from such a great opportunity?
Everyone turned their eyes toward those who didn't trust Zhou Cheng. If looks could kill, they'd have died a hundred times over.
The skeptics' expressions changed. They hadn't expected to provoke the whole crowd. This was dangerous; they might not make it out of here.
"Big Brother Zhou Cheng, please don't!"
Little Sasuke panicked as soon as he heard that. If Zhou Cheng left, where was he supposed to go for quick training?
Opening one Blind Box might be worth a whole month of training. Even a fool knew which to choose!
"That's right, sir. Don't get angry over a few jerks. They're not worth it!"
"Exactly! If you don't like it, give your spot to someone else. Who knows how many people won't get a turn today!"
Even Itachi and Shisui looked anxious. They still hadn't found a way to resolve the conflict between the clan and the village in a Blind Box.
If Zhou Cheng left, it would all be over!
Tsunade and Kakashi both frowned. These people looked brainwashed. If Zhou Cheng called on them to do something bad, it would be a real problem!
Zhou Cheng's lips curled up. He knew just how to handle them.
That was human nature. Whoever threatened their interests became their enemy!
"Fine. You get one more chance!"
Zhou Cheng looked at the man across from him, urging him to attack a second time.
Only then did the man remember that he had another chance. His face immediately lit up with excitement.
Could this be something that would let him become a ninja?
He picked up the Kunai again and drove it viciously toward Zhou Cheng's head.
He looked determined to kill Zhou Cheng!
He was venting the humiliation and pain he'd suffered at Zhou Cheng's hands last night.
Zhou Cheng could tell at a glance that the man held grudges.
No one had ever tried to stab me in the head with a Kunai before. He really saw me as a sworn enemy!
-90.
[Damage dealt: 90]
[Shield HP remaining: 9,999,999,986,165]
[Damage grade: White]
[Reward obtained: White Blind Box]
Zhou Cheng curled his lip. You'll never get your revenge in this lifetime!
A White Blind Box appeared in his hand. He tossed it toward the man.
"Here's your reward!"
The man eagerly opened the Blind Box right away.
[Money: 1,000 Ryo]
[Host received a critical reward: 10,000 Ryo]
"Why is it money? Didn't you say there were things that could make someone a ninja?"
"You lied to me!"
His expression changed in an instant, and he glared furiously at Zhou Cheng.
As far as he was concerned, Zhou Cheng had given him the box, so he must have known what was inside.
Why hadn't he just given him a box with something that could make him a ninja?
"You played me!"
Zhou Cheng's expression darkened too. Damn it, he dared to curse me?
"I already told you that what you get from a Blind Box depends entirely on your luck!"
"To get a high-tier reward, you first need to deal high damage. The higher the Blind Box's grade, the greater the chance of getting a high-tier reward."
"What is 90 damage supposed to be?"
"Getting a Healing Pill from your first White Blind Box is already something to be grateful for!"
"Now get off the Arena. There are plenty of people waiting!"
The man was about to say something else when someone shouted at him:
"Get down, kid! Don't waste my time!"
"Or you'll regret it!"
Zhou Cheng looked over. It was a Genin from the Uchiha Clan!
He waved his gleaming Kunai at the Arena, threateningly.
Others joined in, shouting and cursing. The man could only slink off the Arena.
Someone jumped onto the Arena and smiled at Zhou Cheng. How could anyone not treat a figure like him well?
Shield Breaking continued!
During this time, one Chunin received a Green Blind Box and opened a Small Chakra Fruit. He eagerly ate it, gaining a month and a half's worth of chakra!
That made even more people eager to test their luck. If they got a treasure like an eye-opening item, they'd hit the jackpot!
At last, it was Itachi Uchiha's turn to step onto the Arena.
He leaped lightly onto the platform, then bowed to Zhou Cheng.
"Senior, I'm back!"
Zhou Cheng nodded. Don't disappoint me today.
"Go ahead!"
"Don't make me scold you today!"
Itachi's expression froze. The senior was still holding a grudge.
Without another word, he began forming Hand Seals.
"Fire Style: Fire Dragon Jutsu!"
Itachi was using far more chakra for his ninjutsu today than he had yesterday.
A massive amount of scorching flame poured from his mouth, taking the shape of an enormous Fire Dragon.
The temperature around the Arena rose sharply. Those standing close were struck by the Heat Wave, and their foreheads instantly broke out in beads of sweat.
"A B-rank ninjutsu, the Fire Dragon Jutsu. It's not easy to learn."
"And an ordinary Jonin couldn't manage a Fire Dragon Jutsu with that kind of power!"
"That amount of chakra puts me to shame!"
"He's only thirteen. No wonder he's a genius of the Uchiha Clan!"
Shisui's eyes lit up. Itachi had grown stronger again, which would help resolve the conflict between the clan and the village.
Little Sasuke's eyes were full of stars. His big brother was always so incredible.
Kakashi's visible right eye shifted. This kid had only been in the Anbu for a short time, yet he'd grown so quickly.
Tsunade furrowed her brow. Another genius. She hoped he wouldn't go down an extreme path.
The Fire Dragon swallowed Zhou Cheng whole.
Quite a few people's expressions changed.
He was letting the Fire Dragon Jutsu hit him without moving. Would he really be okay?
But what happened next left everyone dumbfounded.
The Fire Dragon bit down on Zhou Cheng, but couldn't move forward another inch.
Itachi's expression turned grave. He formed a seal with his fingers and directed the Fire Dragon to attack with greater force.
The whole Arena shook violently.
The Fire Dragon exploded, and the violent blast of air sent the people in the front rows stumbling backward.
The wind instantly ruined the hairstyles of those farther back, while their clothes snapped and flapped.
The entire plaza rang with startled cries.
With power like that, even a Jonin wouldn't dare take the attack head-on!
Would Mr. Zhou Cheng really be all right?
The flames died away, and the blast of air faded.
Zhou Cheng stood calmly where he was, completely unharmed!
Hiss!
A chorus of sharp gasps rang out.
"I clearly saw the Fire Dragon hit him directly. With that kind of power and explosion, even a Jonin would lose half his life if he took a hit like that."
"And he didn't even lose a single hair!"
"Terrifying! So powerful he inspires awe!"
Itachi looked a little disappointed. That still wasn't enough?
Just how strong was the senior?
Shisui looked at Zhou Cheng differently once again.
His respect had turned to reverence!
Itachi's ninjutsu was something Shisui would only dare take head-on with Susanoo activated.
But Senior Zhou Cheng hadn't even tried to defend himself. He'd just stood there and come away without a scratch.
Too terrifying!
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