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The many spectators shook their heads and sighed, regret flickering in their eyes.

Meanwhile, Wen He had prepared to deliver Zhi Ge a fatal blow!

Zhi Ge was now completely trapped by Wen He's Heaven-Dropped Clay. He was utterly at Wen He's mercy.

"Regrettably, this match ends here! Konoha Village brat! Fire Release! Dragon Flame Technique!!!"

Wen He showed no mercy as he unleashed the Dragon Flame Technique on the immobile Zhi Ge!

"Boom boom boom!!!"

The clay beside Wen He immediately ignited, transforming into a scorching heat wave that surged toward Zhi Ge!

"Damn it!"

Zhi Ge narrowed his eyes slightly, feeling an intense wave of heat.

He knew that escaping the clay's restraints this time was probably impossible!

"Explode!!!"

Seeing that he could finally dispose of Zhi Ge with ease, Wen He's face lit up with excitement as he violently swung his arms!

Clumps of sticky clay burst forth like a fountain, turning into fireballs that hurtled toward Zhi Ge!

"Damn it! Damn it! Damn it!"

As he watched the rain of clay balls rush toward him, Zhi Ge's eyes filled with alarm!

Yet his body did not move an inch!

The combination of Fire Release and Earth Release made the flames around Zhi Ge burn even fiercer, forming a massive wall of fire in front of him!

"Boom boom boom!"

The flames collided with the clay, producing thunderous explosions and spraying flames dozens of meters into the air!

"Hahaha! Brat! Let's see how long you can hold out!"

Watching Zhi Ge surrounded by flames, Wen He's face was filled with mockery.

In less than half a minute, Zhi Ge's voice was no longer heard from the arena.

Seeing that it was over, Wen He withdrew his ninjutsu. As the smoke dispersed, everyone saw Zhi Ge lying motionless in the center of the arena, covered in severe burns.

"Is it over?"

Chief examiner Gekko Hayate frowned even more deeply at the sight in the arena.

"He's just a green kid! Even if a chunin came, I could still crush him with ease!"

Wen He glanced at Zhi Ge on the ground and snorted disdainfully.

At that moment, fatigue also began to wash over him.

After all, the consecutive large-scale ninjutsu he had used earlier had consumed an excessive amount of chakra.

"I'm going to rest for a while. If the medical team doesn't treat this brat soon, he'll probably stop breathing!"

Wen He turned and headed toward the area beneath the platform.

"Wait!"

Just as Wen He was about to leave, a voice came from behind him.

"Who?!"

Wen He abruptly spun around.

However, he did not see anyone.

"Was that an illusion?"

Wen He muttered to himself and turned back toward the area below the platform.

"Wen He!!!"

Suddenly, Zhi Ge struggled into a sitting position, staring darkly at Wen He!

Hearing this, Wen He froze, then slowly turned around and fixed his gaze on Zhi Ge.

"You're not dead?!"

"Hahaha!"

At Wen He's words, Zhi Ge suddenly threw back his head and laughed, looking exceedingly pleased with himself!

A trace of confusion appeared on Wen He's face as he looked at Zhi Ge.

What the hell is wrong with this brat?

"Impossible! I clearly controlled that clay and left you with no ability to resist! How could you still be alive after my Dragon Flame Technique?!"

"Hahahaha!"

Even after hearing Wen He's words, Zhi Ge continued laughing wildly.

"Wen He, you underestimate me too much! And you underestimate Leaf Ninjas too much!"

"You think a pile of mud and sand can do anything to me?"

"Hahaha!"

At Zhi Ge's words, Wen He's face suddenly darkened. He stared solemnly at Zhi Ge and asked:

"Brat, how exactly did you do it?!"

"Hehe, take a guess."

Zhi Ge smiled as he chewed the Premium Ration Pills in his mouth.

If he had not kept the reward given by the system in his mouth beforehand, he probably really would have died just now.

"Alright, system! I'll never call you a scam again! I never expected these Premium Ration Pills to actually come in handy!"

Zhi Ge secretly rejoiced.

Wen He, however, was furious!

"Chief Examiner! This brat cheated! He's eating something in his mouth! It must be a forbidden drug! He should be expelled from the arena!"

Wen He glared at chief examiner Gekko Hayate and shouted.

Upon hearing Wen He's words, Gekko Hayate gave him a cold glance and said flatly, "Wen He, watch your language! Your remarks may affect our judgment!"

"What do you mean?"

Wen He was somewhat confused by Gekko Hayate's words.

"Don't you know that medicine is also an essential ninja tool for a ninja? The fact that he was able to obtain such good medicine proves he made ample preparations for the exam. There is nothing more to say, and it does not violate the rules!"

Gekko Hayate said calmly.

"You mean... it's fine for him to take medicine too?!"

Wen He's face filled with disbelief upon hearing Gekko Hayate's words.

"Mm."

"All of you, listen carefully! For this duel, I only care about the result! I do not care what kind of pills or potions you take!"

Gekko Hayate announced loudly.

"Damn it! That's so fucking sneaky! There's actually a hot patch like this!"

Wen He stomped his foot in frustration.

His heart was filled with pent-up rage.

But since the chief examiner had said so, there was nothing he could do now.

He could only grit his teeth and knock Zhi Ge down one more time!

What he did not know was that through their earlier battle, Zhi Ge had already figured out his tactics. Zhi Ge was no longer the clueless rookie he had been at the start!

"Hahaha! Iwagakure brat! Let's see how you can keep acting arrogant now!"

Zhi Ge looked at the furious Wen He standing in place and laughed wildly!

Wen He's heart sank as he looked at Zhi Ge before him.

But then Wen He thought of a possibility, and a strange smile appeared on his face.

"It seems I underestimated your strength."

"But so what? In my eyes, you're still nothing but trash!"

With that, Wen He charged at Zhi Ge!

"Whoosh!"

Seeing Wen He rush toward him, Zhi Ge's pupils contracted.

He knew very well just how powerful Wen He's attacks were, so he did not dare let his guard down!

"Die! Gum-Gum Siege Hammer!"

Zhi Ge slammed his fist fiercely into the ground, instantly causing the entire arena floor to cave in!

"Bang!"

Wen He was struck by the resulting backlash!

"Pfft!"

Wen He spat out a mouthful of blood and fell to the ground!

"This guy's strength is actually this terrifying? His body is way too bugged, isn't it?!"

Wen He was shocked.

"It looks like I've really lost this time!"

A dejected expression appeared on Wen He's face.

Although he was a genin, his strength far surpassed that of ordinary chunin!

Now that he had encountered an opponent capable of fighting above his rank, what could he possibly do?