"Neji Hyuga, he should be the strongest person in this generation of Konoha."
After looking at Neji for a while, Sasuke came to a conclusion.
It is obvious that there is a big difference in aura between Neji and other Konoha Ninja.
From the perspective of Sasuke, the Neji opposite is like water, as calm as a lake without any ripples.
But the more such a person is, the more likely he is to turn into a stormy wave that destroys everything when he moves.
Karin on the side replied.
"That's right, Neji Hyuga, Konoha, the chief student who graduated from the last class Ninja Academy, is the best and brightest among them all.
A disciple of the Hyuga Branch Family, possesses Hyuga Clan's bloodstain ability Byakugan, is good at Taijutsu Gentle Fist, has amazing physical strength, and is presumed to possess Monster Strength talent."
"The chief student of the previous term?"
Sasuke is thinking that if he had not left Konoha, he would have graduated as the chief student.
However, the status of a mere chief student is nothing.
If he had stayed at Konoha, he might not be stronger than he is now.
At least, there is no doubt about his strength now, Three-Tomoe Sharingan, the powerful Lightning Release Ninjutsu, and the close combat ability that combines Uchiha Taijutsu and Orochimaru Taijutsu.
In terms of hard power alone, not to mention that he has reached the Jonin level now, but the Chunin line is definitely beyond it.
His eyes moved away from Neji and shifted to the two people next to Neji.
Rock Lee felt Sasuke's gaze, stretched out Right Hand towards Sasuke, and gave a thumbs up.
"Oh, have you noticed my existence? This is youth!"
Before Rock Lee could finish speaking, his eyes moved away from him and looked at Tenten.
Finally, Sharingan closed it without interest and withdrew his gaze.
"Except for Neji, the other two are pretty average. The thick eyebrows are quite capable. It can be seen that he should be as good at Taijutsu as Neji."
Finally, after an hour of waiting, Preliminaries started.
However, according to the process, Hokage should have come to host this Preliminaries in person to show that as Hokage, he attached great importance to this Joint Chunin Ninja Exams.
But something happened over there at Hokage, and Hokage couldn't come.
As one of Elder Council, Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura walked up to High Platform, and the proctors Anko and Ibiki Morino stood beside them.
"Candidates assemble!"
Under the shouts of Ibiki, all the Ninjas who passed the examination boarded the ring and stood in line.
Unlike Chunin Ninja Exams, who only participated in the two great powers, Wind and Fire, in the original work, at the request of the great powers Daimyo, villages other than Sunagakure and Konoha also sent Ninja.
However, they were just here for a formality and did not pay too much attention to this assessment.
As a result, the number of Ninja from the water, earth and thunder kingdoms that finally passed the Forest of Death assessment was the least.
But even so, the combined number of ninjas from these three countries plus ninjas from other small countries still exceeds the number in the original work, and also exceeds Konoha's expectations.
Ibiki Morino said.
"First of all, I would like to congratulate you here for successfully passing the assessment.
Secondly, I have some bad news to tell you."
For a moment, the atmosphere on the stage became tense.
"Since the number of Genin who passed the assessment this time exceeded expectations, a round of pre-selection needs to be conducted first. Only those who pass the pre-selection can enter the next round of assessment.
Of course, considering that many people have just completed the assessment and are physically and mentally exhausted at the moment, we allow you to give up voluntarily. Giving up will not affect your teammates, and of course it will not have any impact on your next Chunin assessment.
Now, is there anyone who feels unwell and wants to give up?"
Everyone looked at each other in shock. It was hard to survive until now. Will anyone really choose to quit at this time?
Just when everyone was confused, one person raised Right Hand and responded loudly.
"Examiner, I want to quit."
Everyone looked at the person who raised his hand. He had white hair and wore Forehead Protector Konoha. This person was Kabuto Yakushi.
"Ah! Brother Kabuto, why do you want to quit?"
Naruto immediately raised the question. You know, they were able to pass the test in the end, thanks to the help of Kabuto Yakushi.
But after finally passing the test, why did he give up on his own initiative?
Before Kabuto could answer, Ibiki looked at Kabuto and asked.
"Kabuto Yakushi, are you still planning to give up this year?"
Kabuto touched his head and laughed.
"Well, there's nothing I can do about it. After all, I do feel a little uncomfortable. Ibiki Examiner probably didn't refuse the candidate to give up this item."
Ibiki shook his head.
"That's not true. I just think it's a pity that you gave up like that."
"It's nothing to be sad about. If you're not feeling well and you insist on taking the exam, you'll only be eliminated in the end. It's better to quit early so that it won't be too ugly."
"Okay, I respect your choice. Kabuto Yakushi voluntarily abstained. Is there anyone else?"
Kabuto Yakushi After abstaining from voting like this, many people also abstained from voting. After all, many people are not in good condition.
Just like what Kabuto Yakushi said, if you insist on taking the assessment, you will only be eliminated in the end. If you withdraw voluntarily, it won't be so ugly.
"Naruto, you have to work hard."
Kabuto Yakushi gave Naruto some encouragement before leaving.
Naruto nodded seriously.
"Don't worry, Brother Kabuto, I'll do your best."
"Hey, Dead Last, don't lose so embarrassingly."
"Ah! Bastard Sasuke! I am no longer Dead Last!"
Seeing Naruto's angry expression, Sasuke couldn't help but want to laugh.
"Isn't it Dead Last? Then who is the last group of people who passed Forest of Death?"
"Of course..."
Naruto suddenly realized that he was the last one to pass the assessment, and he immediately felt depressed.
But he still retorted.
"Hmph, I am not some Dead Last, I will definitely prove it to you!"
After the people who left the venue were almost gone, Utatane Koharu and Mitokado Homura started a long speech.
They are all clichés that have been used countless times. They probably mean to promote the spirit of Ninja, second in exams, first in friendship, etc. Along the way, they promoted a wave of Will of Fire to give the Ninjas of Konoha some blood.
These words were originally supposed to be spoken by Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, but now, Hiruzen Sarutobi is in trouble.
And Konoha couldn't find anyone else to do it for him, so he could only let the two of them play.
After the process was completed, Ibiki Morino came to the front.
"Now I announce the rules of Preliminaries.
This time Preliminaries will adopt a one-on-one duel mode. Before the start of the game, everyone will be divided into groups and drawn lots. People with the same draw will duel on this arena.
If any party is knocked out of the ring and is kicked out of the ring, he will lose. If he voluntarily admits defeat, he will lose. If he dies, he will lose.
In addition, you are allowed to use any Ninja Tools and Ninjutsu except Explosive Tag.
This will be a battle closest to actual combat and death, now, the group drawing begins!"