The Chunin Ninja Exams!

February, the 38th year of Konoha.

Time is always passing, and new generations are constantly growing.

As per Konoha's decades-old tradition, the new Chunin Ninja Exams began as scheduled.

This year's participants are Konoha's golden generation, bridging the past and the future— Minato Namikaze, Kushina Uzumaki, Shikaku Nara, Choza Akimichi, Inoichi Yamanaka, and many other future successors are all participating in this Chunin Ninja Exams.

The entire exam is divided into three stages. The first stage is the usual written exam, which tests the Genin's theoretical knowledge and cognitive abilities.

The exam was held in Konoha's large, open examination hall. The huge room was filled with Konoha's Genin were participating in the Chunin Ninja Exams, and the atmosphere was tense and solemn.

Nibisho Morino walked into the examination room with a cold and stern expression, exuding the unique oppressive aura of a member of the Konoha Torture and Interrogation Force. His gaze swept across the room, and his tone was utterly devoid of gentleness. "Kids, I am the examiner for your first exam. My name is Nibisho Morino. In my examination room, don't cheat, don't be naughty, or else..."

As soon as he finished speaking, a murderous aura swept over all the examinees present.

Most of the test takers were trembling with fear at the sight of that menacing aura, their faces filled with utmost caution.

Seeing this, Nibisho Morino looked satisfied and nodded to himself. He continued reading the exam rules in a cold tone, "First, there will be ten highly difficult questions in total, including questions on Ninjutsu theory, code analysis, terrain tactics, and forbidden technique identification."

"Secondly, a team can advance if all three members achieve the required total score, but if any member scores zero, the entire team will be eliminated."

Third, blatant cheating is strictly prohibited in the examination room. Two points will be deducted for each instance of cheating, and if all points are deducted, the candidate will be immediately eliminated.

"Did you hear me, you bunch of brats! Answer the examiner's questions properly!"

Upon hearing this, the faces of the many candidates in the classroom turned pale, and they all replied, "Yes."

"I know, Old Deng, why are you shouting like that? He's just a Special Jōnin!"

Upon hearing this, Nibisho Morino's face darkened. These despicable brats have never seen the underworld before!

Education and interrogation are needed!

Then, in a cold, deep voice, he announced, "The exam begins!"

As soon as the words were spoken, many candidates began writing, starting the first written exam.

Shikaku Nara sat calmly in the crowd, pondering to himself. "I think the purpose of this exam is not just to have the candidates answer questions; perhaps there are other tests involved."

Choza Akimichi, sitting beside him, remained seated obediently, neither fidgeting nor being restless, and determined not to hold his team back. Although he wasn't good at thinking, he was extremely calm and composed.

With his keen and delicate senses, Inoichi Yamanaka behind him silently observed and analyzed the movements of those around him.

On the other side, the model student Minato Namikaze stood upright with clear and bright eyes. He was exceptionally talented and had a remarkable temperament. He had already guessed the purpose of Nibisho Morino's test.

This written test will definitely not be about so-called book theory knowledge; it will probably be about a ninja's intelligence gathering ability, on-the-spot observation skills, and mental fortitude.

With his thoughts returning to their original state, Minato remained calm and composed throughout, showing no arrogance or impatience.

However, after only a few breaths, his calm demeanor turned to worry, and he glanced sideways at Kushina Uzumaki beside him.

Kushina's eyes were stubborn and sharp as she stared intently at the examiner Nibisho Morino, without writing a single word. Her long red hair hung haphazardly on the table.

Seeing this, Minato blurred: Kushina, don't do anything weird...

Half an hour passed quickly. Suddenly, Nibisho Morino's cold voice rang in everyone's ears. "Now I'll give you two choices: Heh, it seems some of you haven't been studying hard at school."

At this point, a strange smile appeared on his face, and he continued, "Alright then, seeing how much pain you're in, I, the examiner, will take pity on you this once and give you two choices. Listen carefully."

"First, if you choose not to answer the last question, your entire team will be eliminated, and everyone will lose their eligibility for this exam. However, you can still participate in the Chunin Ninja Exams in the future."

"Second, choose to challenge this last question: However, if you answer it wrong, this person will permanently lose the qualification to participate in the Chunin Ninja Exams, and he will be relegated to the rank of Genin for the rest of his life; of course, if you answer it right, you will pass."

"So, how do you plan to choose?"

As soon as the words were spoken, a look of solemnity flashed in everyone's eyes. They were just Genin who had recently graduated, and no one wanted to see a scenario where they would never be able to participate in the Chunin Ninja Exams again.

But if I give up, I might be able to accept taking the exam again next time, but what about my classmates? If I give up, won't I disappoint them...?

The cruel choice was placed before everyone, and most of the candidates were caught in a dilemma, their mentality collapsing. Before long, some could not withstand the psychological pressure and chose to give up the exam, leaving the classroom in a panic amidst the disappointed eyes of their companions.

However, what they didn't know was that if they gave up, they would likely never become Chunin in their lifetime; Chunin are the backbone of the major Ninja Village in the Shinobi World, and most Chunin serve as ninja squad leaders; they not only need to meet the standards of professional skills, but also have the most important mental fortitude.

Just as more and more people were about to give up due to the psychological pressure, a clear and sweet voice suddenly rang out. "Hmph! What? I can never participate in the Chunin Ninja Exams again in this lifetime? I refuse to accept it."

"My name is Kushina Uzumaki, and I will definitely pass the Chunin Ninja Exams! I am determined to become the Hokage's woman!"

As soon as she finished speaking Kushina slammed her hand hard on the exam table, staring resolutely at Nibisho Morino without backing down.

Minato to the side, silently watched Kushina's passionate speech with admiration, a surge of excitement welling up inside him. "Kushina is so cool!"

You look absolutely stunning!

No wonder she's known as the Red Hot-Blooded Habanero !

The younger trio of Ino -Ino-Shika-Cho behind her were also looking at Kushina's back with admiration: This woman is truly extraordinary!

The woman who will become Hokage?

With such ambition, perhaps she will succeed!

The others in the examination hall were also Kushina Uzumaki's aura. Their expressions turned ferocious as they roared inwardly, "That red-haired girl is right! How can we give up so easily here? We are Konoha ninjas!"

If you can't even overcome this small difficulty, how can you serve the Lord Hokage?

I've lost, I've lost. Genin accept being a genin for life!

So what? The Lord Hokage is watching them!

Just do it!