Konoha Foodie

Before the morning mist had even dissipated, the audience seats were already surging into waves of five colors.

The red gauze Sunagakure, the indigo Kirigakure, the brown robe Iwagakure, and the dark black Kumogakure are clearly distinct under the sunlight.

Tsunade sat in the center of the platform, Jiraiya was whispering something to her.

Kazekage Rasa unconsciously formed the shape of an hourglass from the Gold Dust sand at her fingertips, looking as if victory was in her grasp.

"I heard that there's a Lightning Release genius in Kumogakure this year?" Mei Terumī twirled a strand of hair with her fingertips, leaving a mark on her teacup with her sensual lips.

A Jonin behind her immediately bowed. "It's Karui, Killer B's personal disciple."

Iwagakure, Iwagaki, stopped at the railing and sneered, "Genius? The disciples of the Third Raikage back then."

"Bang bang bang!"

The words were abruptly cut off by the sound of a gong.

As Karui drew his Ninja Blade, it sparked a burst of electricity, and the Kumogakure in the audience erupted in Kumogakure distinctive battle cry, somewhat like an African tribe.

No wonder Raikage is so popular in doujinshi; isn't he a classic black character?

The dark-skinned girl with an orange ponytail pointed the tip of her knife at her pale-faced opponent. "Hey! You sickly kid from the Otogakure, it's not too late to forfeit now!"

Kimimaro's action of unwrapping the bandages resembled the dismantling of a sacrificial offering.

As the last layer of fabric fell, a suppressed gasp came from the stands—the bluish-gray bone spur protruding from his chest gleamed in the sunlight.

"Shikotsumyaku?" The well-informed Jiraiya suddenly stood up. "That's impossible! It should be the Kaguya Clan."

Mei Terumī's expression was also somewhat strange on the other side.

Because the Kaguya Clan, this group of psychopathic battle maniacs, should have been wiped out years ago when they attacked Kirigakure.

Why is a descendant of the Kaguya Clan coming to the Otogakure?

Before he could finish speaking, Kimimaro's spine had already pierced through his skin and transformed into a bone whip.

The first strike forced Karui to use the Substitution Technique, and the bone whip plowed a three-meter-long trench in the granite ground!

Karui quickly Hand Seal: "Lightning Release: Lightning Flash Slash!"

The electric current beam was aimed directly at Kimimaro, but was deflected by the suddenly rising Bone Wall just before it hit him.

Kimimaro seized the opportunity to charge forward, his bone whip striking his opponent like a venomous snake.

"Cloud Flow - Forward Slash!"

Karui's Ninja Blade drew a perfect arc, severing the bone whip while using the momentum to leap backward.

She Hand Seal in mid-air and held down the Lightning Flash, leaving a lightning trap in place.

Kimimaro's pursuit was Binding Vow by lightning, but he immediately drew his bone blade from his palm and severed the electric Binding Vow.

"Shadow Lightning Thrust!"

Karui transformed into a bolt of lightning and charged forward, her Ninja Blade delivering two consecutive slashes that forced Kimimaro back.

But instead of retreating, Kimimaro advanced, and suddenly a thicket of bone spurs sprouted from his chest.

"Shikotsumyaku: Dance of the Camellia!"

Kimimaro's bone blade bloomed like cherry blossoms, colliding with Karui's Ninja Blade and creating dazzling sparks!

Lightning flashed and bone spikes clashed, and gasps of surprise rose and fell from the audience!

Uchiha Yu sat in the audience watching Kimimaro's situation, and suddenly drool involuntarily dripped from the corner of his mouth.

Looking back at Kabuto sitting in the corner, Uchiha Yu finally understood.

Once he realized what was going on, the way he looked at Kimimaro changed!

Kimimaro.

It can be eaten whole.

No, he's become Ghoul!

Karui seized the opportunity and unleashed his ultimate technique. "Cloud Style: Sequential Slash!"

The power of lightning enveloped the entire area, and three consecutive powerful slashes forced Kimimaro into Extremis.

But the Sound Ninja boy unleashed the strongest technique of the Shikotsumyaku at the last moment!

"Shikotsumyaku - Dance of the Early Fern!"

The entire arena instantly transformed into a forest of bones, and Karui's Lightning Release was scattered by countless bone spikes!

When the medical team rushed into the arena, Kimimaro was still standing, while Karui was already unconscious.

"The victor!" Genma Shiranui's announcement was drowned out by cheers, "Kimimaro of the Otogakure!"

"The Otogakure?" Jiraiya stroked his chin. "Once the village stabilizes, I'm going to go see what's going on in this newly established village."

Tsunade nodded. "Be careful in everything you do."

Everyone was amazed by Kimimaro's unique Kekkei Genkai, except for Uchiha Yu was swallowing hard as he looked at the skeletons on the field.

The Ghoul saw the bones of the Fern Dance.

What's the difference between this and seeing a pile of ribs?

"As an Uchiha who devoured Uchiha to obtain the Mangekyo Sharingan, if I were to eat Ghoul with the Shikotsumyaku (Shikotsumyaku), would I also be able to obtain the Shikotsumyaku?"

Once this thought appeared in Uchiha Yu, he couldn't stop it. He looked at Kimimaro, and Kimimaro was looking back at him.

Unfortunately, considering that Kimimaro and he had been comrades-in-arms, Uchiha Yu couldn't bring himself to kiss him.

Fortunately, Kimimaro's life was extended; who knows, Orochimaru might mass-produce Shikotsumyaku someday.

In the bustling Chunin Ninja Exams arena, the audience's eyes darted back and forth between the contestants on the Battle Platform. Every match was thrilling, and cheers and shouts filled the arena.

In the VIP section, Kazekage Rasa frowned slightly, his gaze fixed on the arena, while he pondered in his heart.

He turned to Tsunade beside him, his tone tinged with urgency. "Hokage, this Chunin Ninja Exams is incredibly exciting, but I really can't wait to see Uchiha Yu's true strength. How about we arrange for him to fight Gaara? I think this match will allow everyone to witness the clash of the top powers of the new Shinobi World."

A sharp glint flashed in Rasa; he was playing a grand game.

Upon hearing Tsunade, Tsunade's expression changed slightly.

Konoha is currently facing a difficult juncture with both internal and external troubles, and the Kazekage's request cannot be easily ignored.

Tsunade showed a hint of helplessness on her face, but finally nodded slowly in agreement. "Alright, since the Lord Kazekage is so looking forward to this match, then let Uchiha Yu and Gaara play in the next one."

Having received Tsunade's permission, Rasa nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes.

However, he didn't see that Tsunade's expression didn't show any concern for Uchiha Yu losing; she was afraid that Uchiha Yu would cause trouble for the Kazekage's son, and Konoha might make enemies.

When the referee announced that the next match would be between Uchiha Yu and Gaara of the Sand, the entire arena was instantly ignited, and the atmosphere reached an unprecedented climax!

The audience seemed to be suddenly lifted up by an invisible hand, sitting up straight in unison, their eyes wide with excitement and anticipation.

The name of Uchiha Yu is now widely known in the Shinobi World, and it is in no way inferior to the Yellow Flash of Konoha back then.

The Jinchuriki, Tailed Beast Transformation into a four-tailed beast, could escape unscathed from the siege of forty-six ninjas is like a myth. This feat shocked and skeptical other villages, who were eager to see whether this "legend" released by Konoha was a true display of power or Smoke Bomb to intimidate foreign enemies.

Uchiha Yu walked steadily onto the field, his posture upright, his black Ninja Outfit fluttering in the wind.

He remained calm, but a faint, confident smile played on his lips. To him, the battle before him was nothing more than an easy game.

Gaara slowly walked into the arena from the other side, his indifferent face expressionless. Carrying a large gourd on his back, he looked somewhat comical, but no one dared to laugh at him.

The sand around Gaara seemed to have a life of its own, flowing slowly around him and making a soft rustling sound, making him extremely flamboyant.

Below the stage, Kimimaro and Kabuto sat side by side, one in front of the other. Kabuto smiled and said, "That kid from Sunagakure actually wants to fight Uchiha Yu. The Kazekage is too arrogant."

Kimimaro's understanding of Uchiha Yu was still from when Kakuzu was chasing him. Back then, Uchiha Yu was already able to survive attacks from Kage-level shinobi. So much time has passed, it's hard for him to imagine how strong Uchiha Yu has become.

Might Guy, pushing a wheelchair, stood at the edge of the arena with Kakashi. Might Guy patted Kakashi on the shoulder. "I really envy you! You have an amazing student!"

Kakashi shook his head. "I didn't teach him much."

"The match begins!"

As soon as the referee gave the whistle, the entire arena fell silent. Everyone held their breath, their eyes fixed on the two players in the center of the arena.

Gaara was the first to attack. He slightly raised his hand, and the surrounding sand, as if receiving a command, instantly transformed into countless sharp sand spikes, shooting swiftly towards Uchiha Yu!

These sand spikes are extremely fast, leaving trails of afterimages in the air, tearing the air apart and making a hissing sound wherever they go.

"Sand Shower!"

Uchiha Yu stood still, coldly watching the sand spikes rushing towards him, his eyes full of disdain.

Just as the sand spikes were about to pierce him, he easily dodged them with a slight dodge.

All the sand spikes stuck into the ground behind him, choking the audience in the front row who covered their mouths and noses.

Gaara was surprised when he saw this, but he did not hesitate and immediately launched a second attack.

He rapidly Hand Seal and chanted incantations. The surrounding sand quickly gathered, forming a giant sand ball that rolled toward Uchiha Yu at an extremely fast speed.

Wherever the sand ball went, it pressed a deep trench into the ground, as if a heavy tank was crushing it.

Uchiha Yu showed no intention of dodging; he stood quietly in place, watching the sand sphere get closer and closer.

Just as the sand ball was about to hit him, he crouched slightly, then leaped upwards, easily jumping over the sand ball.

The sand ball rolled past his feet, creating a strong gust of wind that made his clothes flutter.

As it descended again, Uchiha Yu stomped the sand ball to pieces, his face displaying the bullying look of an upperclassman looking down on a lowerclassman. "Still playing with a ball?!"

Gaara's expression darkened further as both attacks were easily dodged.

He took a deep breath, mobilized all the chakra in his body, and prepared to launch his strongest attack!

His hands moved rapidly, and the surrounding sand surged wildly like a boiling ocean.

"Sand Burial!"

Gaara roared, and a huge sandstorm vortex instantly formed in the center of the arena, filled with countless sharp sand grains, sweeping towards Uchiha Yu!

"Ahhhhh!" The audience was stunned. They didn't expect such a large venue to be affected. The front-row audience was really unlucky and swallowed a lot of sand!

Fortunately, the towering walls blocked most of the sand, but Uchiha Yu, who was in the center of the field, had a harder time hiding.

Wherever the sandstorm went, everything was swallowed up, the ground was riddled with holes, and the air was filled with pungent dust.

Faced with such a powerful attack, Uchiha Yu finally made a move.

His body moved swiftly, weaving through the sandstorm with ease, like a nimble swallow in a downpour.

The audience was stunned by what they saw!

This works?!

Unharmed in the sand?

Jiraiya, frowned and asked Tsunade, "Is he a pure Taijutsu ninja? Why doesn't he use ninjutsu? Wait! He's from the Uchiha Clan, his chakra reserves can't be too low, can they?"

Tsunade, "Knowing him as I do, he's too lazy to use ninjutsu to bully kids."

Upon witnessing this scene, Rasa could no longer remain seated!

His son, whom he was so proud of, had already exceeded expectations!

Most kids are running around in the streets at that age, Gaara is already a genius among geniuses!

But what's the deal with that Uchiha Yu?

Is there absolutely no falsehood in the news that Konoha has sent out?

Mei Terumī stared intently at Uchiha Yu in the arena, then glanced back at the other two genius ninjas of the village, Hozuki Mangetsu and Chojuro. Her heart was filled with complicated emotions; comparing the two made her realize that she had to throw away the good stuff.

The key point is that Uchiha Yu is quite handsome.

Uchiha Sasuke's expression didn't change much in the audience.

That day, he was carried by Uchiha Yu like a helpless son, fighting against forty-six veteran ninjas. He knew Uchiha Yu's strength better than anyone else present.

"Brother Yu is actually this strong!?" Naruto Uzumaki's eyes were filled with stars as he saw Uchiha Yu make his move for the first time!

The Daimyo's relatives who had previously bullied Naruto and been reprimanded by Uchiha Yu were now cowering in a corner, too afraid to utter a sound.

"Yosh! This is youth!" Might Guy grinned and gave a thumbs up, "Cough cough cough!" as he ended up getting a mouthful of sand.

Kakashi Hatake, sitting in his wheelchair, never considered the possibility that Uchiha Yu would lose. He was simply amazed at how exaggerated Uchiha Yu's improvement speed was. It had only been a short time since they last met, and his strength had already reached a new level!

Uchiha Yu twisted and turned freely in the wind and sand.

For him now, his physical strength is so great that he doesn't even need to dodge ordinary ninjutsu anymore. It's just that walking around in the sandstorm makes him look a bit more flamboyant.

The sandstorm gradually subsided.

The audience's eyes were fixed on Uchiha Yu and Gaara on the Battle Platform.

The answer to who is stronger and who is weaker is already clear to everyone.

Gaara's three consecutive attacks were easily dodged by Uchiha Yu, which fueled Gaara's anger and made his face grow increasingly gloomy!

"I will prove myself. My worth!" Gaara roared in a low voice, his hands clenched into fists, his nails digging deep into his palms, and blood slowly trickling down between his fingers.

He had never been so slighted!

Uchiha Yu stood opposite him, his expression calm, but his gaze towards Gaara held a hint of predilection.

That look completely enraged Gaara!

Gaara's body began to tremble uncontrollably!

Suddenly! A layer of fine sand began to appear on his skin. These sand particles continued to gather and merge, gradually forming a solid Sand Armor!

His arm rapidly expanded, transforming into a giant Sand Claw of One-Tails Shukaku, each nail incredibly sharp and gleaming with a cold light!

Behind him, a thick, sand-like tail slowly grew out, whistling through the wind as he swung it angrily!

The audience was shocked by what they saw. The entire stadium fell silent instantly, everyone held their breath, and their eyes widened in disbelief!

"What... what's going on?" someone exclaimed in a low voice.

"It's the power of One-Tails Shukaku!!! This kid is actually the One-Tail Jinchuriki from Sunagakure!?"

Rasa, standing in the stands, had eyes full of excitement.

He leaned forward slightly, gripping the armrests of the chair tightly with both hands, as if waiting for a grand feast to begin.

Even as Gaara screamed in agony due to the changes in his body, nothing could shake his unwavering resolve.

"Yes! This is my son! Just like this!" Rasa roared in his heart, a satisfied smile appearing on his face.

He had been looking forward to Gaara showing his true strength, and now that moment had finally arrived.

At this moment, half of Gaara's face had transformed into the likeness of Shukaku, and his originally indifferent eyes had become even more fierce and evil.

"Uchiha Yu, prepare to die!" Gaara roared, swinging his massive Sand Claw as he lunged at Uchiha Yu!

Gaara, a terrifying monster who seemed menacing to everyone else, was, in Uchiha Yu's eyes, a deep-fried shrimp tempura.

In front of everyone, he dodged Gaara's claw attack and bit Gaara's tail!

"What?! What?!" Rasa jumped to his feet in shock, shouting angrily at Tsunade, "Are you Konoha ninjas really hungry?!"