Three months later, the Chunin Exams hosted by Konoha officially began.
But among the major ninja villages, only Sand Village had clearly stated that it would send Genin teams to take part in the examinations.
There were quite a few smaller ninja villages, especially in the five or six small nations surrounding the Land of Fire. Over the years, they had already been infiltrated by the Land of Fire until they were as full of holes as a sieve.
In addition, Sound Village, which Wuye was familiar with, had also signed up.
"Things are starting to get interesting."
Wuye sat in the Hokage's seat, smiling at the several Jonin before him. "Jonin, are you certain you wish to recommend the Genin teams under your command for the exams?"
Kakashi, Might Guy, Yuhi Kurenai, Sarutobi Asuma, and two or three others nodded solemnly. "Yes!"
Afterward, Iruka, representing the Konoha Academy, voiced his concerns about the new generation participating directly in the Chunin Exams and strongly opposed their involvement. Kakashi shut him down with a single sentence: "They're my subordinates."
"Then make your preparations. Bringing glory to Konoha is secondary. The most important thing is that they all come back safe."
Wuye waved his hand.
"Yes..."
The Jonin left with mixed expressions.
It was the first time they had heard someone tell ninja to prioritize keeping themselves safe...
"Uncle, what about my sister and me? Aren't we taking the Chunin Exams?"
The moment Wuye returned home, the twin sisters wrapped themselves around him from either side, then planted wet attacks on both his cheeks.
"Almost no one will pass this Chunin Exam, and there are dangerous people among the participating teams. You two shouldn't take part." He patted their heads.
"But Haku is already a Chunin!" Hanabi puffed out her cheeks.
"Haku