Zhang Yu put down his camera and checked all the photos.
"It went well tonight."
The content of the promotional brochure is sufficient.
Uzuki Yugao looked at the gift box filled with clothing.
Will you film again in the future?
"Look at the effectiveness of the tavern's advertising."
Zhang Yu's answer was very direct.
"If the results are good, we'll continue filming."
Uzuki Yugao immediately fell silent.
Zhang Yu put away his camera.
"Go to sleep, everyone."
No need to get up early in the morning.
The three left the photography studio and went back to their rooms to rest.
It was nearly four in the morning when Zhang Yu lay down on the bed.
I slept very soundly.
When he opened his eyes again, the sunlight was already streaming into the room.
Zhang Yu reached for the clock beside the bed.
10:00 AM.
There are only two hours left before the second test in the Forest of Death begins.
He sat up in bed and quickly washed up.
Izuna had already prepared breakfast in advance.
When Zhang Yu arrived at the front hall, Bai and Uzuki Yugao had just come downstairs.
Bai changed back into clothes that were easier to move in.
Uzuki Yugao was still wearing that purple cheongsam, and the ninja tool pouch on her leg was secured.
After the three finished breakfast, they prepared to set off.
Hashirama came in through the back door.
"Boss, shall we go too?"
"You and Ban are secretly following behind."
Zhang Yu said, "Don't show your face directly."
"The people in the Forest of Death are a diverse group."
You are responsible for providing security.
Hashirama nodded.
"Clear."
Ban followed behind, his tone indifferent.
"We will not show ourselves unless someone approaches you or attacks us first."
Zhang Yu looked at him.
"Let's go with this standard."
The five left the Undead Tavern.
After walking a few streets, Hashirama and Madara disappeared at the same time.
The two did not leave the group, but instead went into the shadows.
Zhang Yu, along with Bai and Uzuki Yugao, continued towards Training Ground 44.
Around noon, a large number of test takers had gathered at the entrance to the Forest of Death.
The ninjas from each village were divided into teams of three and stood scattered outside the iron fence.
Mitaraishi Anko has not yet officially announced the rules.
Many people are observing the other teams.
Zhang Yu had barely appeared when Ino spotted him.
" Boss Zhang Yu!"
Ino left Team 10 immediately and ran quickly to him.
She changed back into her ninja outfit today, with her long blonde hair tied back.
"Are you really going to participate in the second round?"
"Certainly."
Zhang Yu said, "We passed the first round, how can we withdraw now?"
Ino glanced at Shiro and Uzuki Yugao.
"Why did you participate in the Chunin Ninja Exams?"
She had just finished asking her question when Sakura walked over from the other side.
" Boss Zhang Yu."
"I want to know too."
"You're clearly the person in charge."
"You can just sit with the examiners and supervise; why do you insist on coming into the Forest of Death with us?"
Tenten, they followed closely behind.
"The assessment in the Forest of Death is not a regular written test."
"You can directly compete for scrolls inside."
"The people taking the exam also came from different ninja villages."
You have absolutely no need to take that risk.
Hinata stood at the very back.
She glanced at Zhang Yu, her voice very soft.
" Boss Zhang Yu, is it because there's danger in the Forest of Death?"
The four girls all looked at Zhang Yu.
Ino was the first to react.
"Etc."
"You didn't join us just because we're both taking the exam, did you?"
Sakura pursed her lips.
She had actually suspected this for a while.
During the first written exam, Zhang Yu sat in the last row.
She could still treat it as a last-minute decision.
However, the second assessment requires entering the Forest of Death.
Zhang Yu still brought Bai and Uzuki Yugao with him, so it couldn't have been just for the sake of experiencing the exam.
I keep an eye on him Tenten.
" Boss Zhang Yu, tell the truth."
Are you worried that something might happen to us?
Zhang Yu did not deny it.
"Right."
The four of them fell silent immediately.
Zhang Yu looked them over.
"The rules of the Forest of Death allow candidates to compete with each other for scrolls."
"Once inside, it's difficult for invigilators to supervise all areas."
" Ino, Sakura, Hinata, Tenten, all four of you must participate."
"How can I feel at ease if I don't go in myself?"
Ino was originally prepared to continue asking questions.
Upon hearing these words, she stopped herself from saying anything.
Sakura looked at Zhang Yu, her fingers gently gripping the hem of her clothes.
Tenten never expected him to admit it so directly.
Hinata lowered her head, her cheeks quickly turning red.
Zhang Yu continued, "I participated in the assessment to protect you."
Therefore, once you enter the Forest of Death, your first priority should be your own safety.
"If you encounter a danger you can't handle, try to notify me."
Ino felt a lump in her throat, but immediately put on a smile.
I knew it.
" Boss Zhang Yu must have come for me."
Sakura immediately looked at her.
What does "for you" mean?
" Boss Zhang Yu just clearly said there were four of us."
Ino grabbed Zhang Yu's arm.
"I was the first to ask."
"That definitely means he's most worried about me."
Sakura immediately moved to the other side.
Don't flatter yourself.
" Boss Zhang Yu is my teacher."
"If anyone needs protection, it should be me first."
Tenten stood by and watched the two of them.
She didn't argue, but simply took a step closer to Zhang Yu.
"I can protect myself."
"However, I'm glad you're willing to go into the Forest of Death to look after us."
Hinata whispered, "Me too."
A dozen meters away, in the canopy of a large tree.
Hashirama crouched on a tree branch, able to see everything below clearly.
"Sharp."
"The boss just said a few truthful things, and they were all moved."
Ban leaned against the tree trunk.
What are you envious of?
"I just think he's good at getting along with people."
Hashirama looked at Madara.
"If you had even a tenth of the boss's talent, you wouldn't be single all this time."
Ban glanced at him.
How do you know I didn't?
Hashirama's smile vanished.
"What's the meaning?"
"Literal meaning."
Ban crossed his arms.
"I've met quite a few people while I was alive."
The Hashirama moved slightly to the side.
Who have you met?
"You care a lot?"
"I was just asking casually."
Ban took a step closer to him.
What if I told you that person had always been by my side?
Hashirama's body stiffened.
He first glanced at Ban, then looked down at the distance between them.
The next second, he suddenly jumped onto another branch.
"Spot!"
"Don't do anything reckless!"
I consider you my best friend!
"It's impossible between us!"
Ban remained silent for two seconds.
" Hashirama, are you out of your mind?"
Hashirama was still retreating.
"These things can't be forced!"
"Calm down!"
"I will not accept it!"
Ban's forehead twitched twice.
I was referring to Izuna.
Hashirama stopped moving.
" Izuna?"
"You're not the only one by my side."
Ban looked at him.
"Or do you think I was referring to you just now?"
Hashirama finally realized what was happening.
He was scammed.
"Spot!"
"You did this on purpose!"
"You're just overthinking it."
You were clearly staring at me the whole time!
"I just want to see just how stupid you can be."