You guys come at me together!

As the morning light spilled across the arena, the Chunin Exams reached their final climax. Following a series of intense battles and coincidental turns, only a few elite ninja remained on the field: Liuxia, Nawaki, and Hiashi Hyuga from Konoha, Ai from Kumogakure, and Rasa from Sunagakure. Their names were already legendary throughout the ninja world, each representing the pinnacle of their respective village's strength.

The arena gates opened slowly, and several figures stepped inside like the first rays of dawn, their presence overwhelming. A flicker of resolve and determination burned in the eyes of every ninja; their strides were steady, as if each step declared their hunger for victory and their pursuit of glory.

The spectators held their breath, the air thick with tension and anticipation. They knew they were about to witness an unprecedented showdown—a clash of power and wisdom, a collision of courage and dreams.

Yuhi Shinku, the experienced referee, prepared to begin the live draw to determine who would receive a bye in the first round and choose their opponent for the day. However, at this tense moment, Liuxia, a young and confident ninja, suddenly broke the silence.

"Lord Yuhi Shinku," Liuxia's voice was calm and firm, his gaze sweeping over Ai and the others like a sharp blade. "This Chunin Exam has dragged on long enough; there is no need to delay any further. Let them all come at once."

His words were like a heavy bomb, triggering an uproar in the arena. The audience exchanged shocked glances, their hearts filled with confusion and excitement. They had never seen such a bold proposal—one person challenging all opponents—something unheard of in the history of the Chunin Exams.

Among the two Konoha ninja, Nawaki's reaction was particularly calm. Having grown up in Liuxia's shadow, he had long since become accustomed to being easily defeated by Liuxia in countless ways during their many spars. To him, Liuxia was not just a formidable opponent, but the very motivation that drove him to keep improving.

Hiashi Hyuga, however, felt conflicted. This was his first time facing Liuxia, the genius of the Senju clan, head-on. Although the Hyuga clan was world-renowned for their unique Byakugan and taijutsu, facing the Senju—even the remnants of the clan after its dissolution—Hiashi had to admit that they were not to be trifled with; they simply could not be provoked. The lingering prestige of the Senju remained, with Lady Mito still alive and the Third Hokage and his peers all belonging to the Senju-Hokage lineage.

However, for Ai and Rasa, Liuxia's challenge was undoubtedly an insult. Their hearts were filled with resentment and anger, but beneath that fury, they clearly realized that Liuxia's strength far surpassed any one of them. The Flying Raijin Slash Liuxia had displayed yesterday still left them bewildered and shocked. Although their lead elite jonin had mentioned it was a space-time ninjutsu created by the Second Hokage, more specific details would have to wait for intelligence from their villages. Yet, time was short; they had no time to wait or prepare.

In this tense and uncertain atmosphere, Ai and Rasa could only suppress their resentment. They knew that when facing an opponent like Liuxia, any rash move could lead to irreversible consequences. They had to remain calm and look for the right moment; perhaps in the next round of the match, they would find an opportunity to defeat him.

Yuhi Shinku was taken aback, a flicker of surprise and admiration crossing his eyes. He knew Liuxia's proposal would change the rules of the competition, which required the consent of the judging panel. He could only say in a deep voice, "Liuxia, your proposal is extremely bold, but we must consult the judging panel."

When the ninja arranged by Yuhi Shinku quickly took the stage to respectfully report the emergency to the Third Hokage and the Feudal Lords, the eyes of the entire arena focused on the decision-makers.

The Feudal Lord of the Land of Fire's smile and tolerant attitude set the tone for this sudden proposal. His words echoed through the VIP seating, reaching everyone, filled with the indulgence of an elder and trust in the younger generation: "Since the child has such youthful and unrestrained ideas, let him try. This is the vitality of youth and the hope for the future of our ninja world."

The other Feudal Lords nodded one after another. After witnessing the Chunin Exams over the past few days, they had gained a profound understanding of the strength of Konoha and the Land of Fire. The Feudal Lord of the Land of Grass, who had been wavering between the Land of Fire and the Land of Earth, immediately responded with a fawning smile: "We came here to witness the power of the new generation of ninja. This is excellent; let us see a genius rarely seen in a century."

The Feudal Lords of the other nations, while not as overtly sycophantic as the Feudal Lord of the Land of Grass, spoke with a tone that carried a degree of flattery and respect. Even the other four of the Five Great Nations showed a certain level of respect and concession, which left the Feudal Lord of the Land of Fire very satisfied.

Although the representative ninja of the four great villages felt some resentment, they had no choice but to accept the reality under the unanimous approval of the Feudal Lords. The elite jonin leading the teams from Kumogakure and Sunagakure felt humiliated, but faced with the astonishing strength Liuxia had displayed, they were forced to agree. They secretly pondered how their own village's geniuses paled in comparison to Liuxia, which stirred a sense of crisis within them.

They secretly resolved to report this situation in detail to the Raikage and Kazekage upon their return; they had to formulate countermeasures before Liuxia fully matured. Despite these thoughts, they maintained a facade of composure in the public eye, not letting their inner turmoil show.

After hearing the opinions of all parties, the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, revealed a glimmer of resolve in his eyes. He knew that after this match, Liuxia's reputation would reach its peak among the younger generation, but for the current Konoha, this was most advantageous. Furthermore, he already had plans for Liuxia!

Hiruzen slowly stood up, his voice echoing over the arena: "We in Konoha have always encouraged our ninja to challenge themselves and exceed their limits. Liuxia's proposal, while unusual, embodies the spirit of our ninja world. Then it is settled. Let the match begin; let us witness the power and courage of these young ninja."

Once Yuhi Shinku received confirmation from Hiruzen, he returned to the center of the arena and announced in a clear, firm voice, "According to the decision of the Third Hokage and the Feudal Lords, Liuxia's proposal is accepted. The match will proceed in this unprecedented manner. Will the contestants please prepare? Let us witness this historic moment together."

The cheers and applause of the audience surged like a tidal wave, wave after wave, nearly drowning the entire arena. Their enthusiasm was thoroughly ignited, and everyone looked forward to the extraordinary showdown about to unfold. Amidst this fervor, Liuxia stood quietly in the center of the arena, still cradling his Crimson Blood Sword. His expression was calm, yet he felt no nervousness; instead, he felt the hot blood of battle boiling within him.

So, I am a warmonger after all! Liuxia thought to himself, feeling both surprised and excited. He knew this would be a major turning point in his ninja career, perhaps the key step toward his path to becoming Hokage.

Meanwhile, Nawaki, Hiashi Hyuga, Ai, and Rasa stood in different corners of the arena. Though they felt some resentment, as ninja, they understood the way of the shinobi. A ninja's primary duty was loyalty to their village, prioritizing the village's interests and missions above all else. They knew that regardless of personal feelings, they had to put the honor and interests of their village first.

"Although I'm frustrated, this is my chance to take down Liuxia. You'll regret looking down on us!" Rasa encouraged himself, a look of determination in his eyes.

Hiashi Hyuga appeared even calmer. As the representative of the Hyuga clan, he knew the weight of the responsibility he carried. "This is a battle, and it is a test. We must give it our all."

Nawaki gripped his kunai and shouted at Liuxia, "Liuxia, even if you're my opponent, I won't go easy on you! Today is the day I finally beat you down!"

At Yuhi Shinku's command, the historic duel officially began. The five ninja moved rapidly across the arena, their various ninjutsu and taijutsu weaving together to form a breathtaking scene. The spectators were deeply captivated by the battle, cheering for the brilliant performance of every ninja and marveling at this unprecedented showdown.

This match would undoubtedly become the most spectacular Chunin Exam in the history of the ninja world, bar none. And Liuxia's name would be etched into history because of this match, becoming a legend for the new generation of the ninja world.