High walls, voices, and attention.
Kurama Yakumo stepped into the arena and felt dazed for a moment, and his forward steps stopped involuntarily.
The surging screams and shouts rushed towards her face like a tide. She had never felt such excitement and attention before.
This is what he desperately wanted to achieve after awakening to the limits of blood inheritance that belongs exclusively to the Kurama clan, and to rebuild the glory of the past family.
Her trembling eyes slowly scanned the three stands. Among the familiar and unfamiliar faces, she quickly found her father, mother, and family members who came to watch the ceremony.
Panic immediately appeared on the girl's soft cheeks,
Obviously before this day came, he had personally returned to his clan and warned his parents not to come to watch the ceremony during such a sensitive time period, and just stay at home in his clan.
But now! !
The panic was immediately followed by annoyance. At this moment, she had no intention of continuing the competition. She only wanted to protect the people closest to her.
[Yakumo, come on! 】
【Yakumo, you are the best! 】
[Yakumo, Kurama Yakumo! 】
【............】
But the annoyance that arose in the girl's heart was broken in the next second by the call and support from the stands.
In this noisy environment, she naturally couldn't hear any individual voice in it.
However, he can tell what those people who came specifically for him are saying and calling through their mouth patterns.
These days, the irritability suppressed in my heart has subsided a lot.
'Haha, there are so many Konoha ninjas who entered the finals this time, but I don't know whether it is because of their true strength or because of their status as the host. '
When the battle table for the Chuunin Joint Examination came out, most of the spectators or forces who paid attention to the matter showed strange and sarcastic expressions.
The reason is simple, because there is a team of Konoha genin who were forced in without taking the test.
In other words, the two brutal assessments that eliminated almost 90% of the contestants were like a joke to those three people, and extremely unfair to all the contestants who participated in the assessment!
'Forget about being a ninja from the Uchiha clan, which clan does this Kurama belong to? '
After learning the names and identities of the three Konoha genin who were exempted from the exam, Kurama Yakumo was naturally pushed to the forefront of all discussions.
After all, in this team, the other two are from the Uchiha clan.
And just the three words Uchiha symbolize power!
Unparalleled power! !
Even though they had suffered heavy losses that were difficult to alleviate a few years ago, there is no doubt that most of the spectators present came just to watch the Uchiha clan fight!
So in these days, not only Kurama Yakumo, but also the Kurama clan has suffered huge criticism.
The outside world all agrees that it was the Kurama clan who paid a lot of money and tied themselves to the Uchiha clan's chariot, so that the ninjas of this clan were able to enter this final trial.
Among them, the two forces from [Kusa] and [Taki] had the strongest doubts, because none of them entered the finals.
"Don't pay attention to those sounds, Yakumo."
"Those who don't know what you mean will definitely feel ashamed of their ignorance when they see your true strength."
A familiar voice came to my ears.
The girl's gaze retracted from the stands.
What caught my eye was Izumi's concerned expression and the figure standing with his back to the man.
"yes."
"I don't care about that anymore."
"I'm just feeling a little emotional."
Kurama Yakumo responded to the concern from Izumi Uchiha softly. The voice was as soft as cotton candy, just like herself, soft and quiet.
And what she said was true.
In the past time, his past contact with the Uchiha clan has made him grow into a qualified ninja.
Even though they suffered almost irreversible trauma, they were able to reach today step by step. What do these temporary rumors mean?
As for the deep emotion in my heart,
His gaze subconsciously shifted to that person.
If she hadn't pushed away the other person's world out of curiosity five years ago, then she would still be imprisoned in her own paranoia now.
Not to mention bearing the surname of the Kurama clan and standing in this highly anticipated arena.
All the promises he had made to himself had been fulfilled.
[Then, Father, Mother, Unkai-senpai...]
【Now that everyone is here,】
[Then let’s watch together,]
[Revitalize the reputation of the Kurama clan today! 】
There should be twelve ninjas who entered the finals, but only eleven came within the allotted time.
Absent is a contestant from the Sound Ninja Village: Toss Anvil.
Meanwhile, it's not just the contestants who are absent.
The special jounin, Gekko Hayate, who was scheduled to be the examiner of the third examination, was also replaced by Shiranui Genma.
Huang has also heard about the former.
He has died in a recent mission, and the specific reasons and details have not been disclosed by Konoha senior officials.
Based on many things that have happened recently, it can be felt that Hiruzen Sarutobi is really diligent in maintaining this final test.
'one two three four. '
In addition to the four Anbu elites hiding in the corners of the venue, there were also a large number of well-known Konoha elites and family heads scattered among them.
Kakashi Hatake, Metkai, Asuma Sarutobi, Kurenai Yuhi, Hinata Hinata......
They are all strong men who are equal to ten.
Not only that, the rows of monks standing like straight wooden stakes at the junction of the stands, and the ninjas from aristocratic families whose clan patterns could be distinguished were probably all invited by the old fox to help him.
However, this is the limit.
But it's not enough.
Feeling the gazes from the dark corners, Ara also raised his gaze and looked straight at the Sandaime Hokage on the high platform.
When their eyes met, he saw the other party's solemnity.
There was no doubt that Hiruzen Sarutobi also saw his own declaration of war.
Everything that happened five years ago will be completely resolved today!
As for the several looks on him in the same row that were wary, solemn, hostile, or complicated, they were completely out of his consideration.
After all, these guys were never within range of their true opponents.
"The time is up, the final assessment is ready to begin."
"If the contestant Toss Anvil from the Sound Ninja Village cannot arrive before the start of the competition, he will be deemed to have given up."
Not long after, the examiner, holding a thousand books in his mouth, said to the spectators on all sides and the two [Shadows] on the stand.
Afterwards, he did not forget to give a few reminders to the young juniors beside him.
"Okay, you guys, please restrain your temper for the time being."
"Put your chest out, stand upright, and welcome the cheers from the audience."
And just when Shiranui Genma's voice fell, the already noisy venue turned up the volume again.
Because a grand event that has only been witnessed for several years is about to begin!
It was at this time that Sarutobi Hiruzen, who was wearing the Hokage hat, stood up from the chair he was sitting on and took two steps forward to the railing of the stands.
"Distinguished guests, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you all for taking the trouble to come to Konoha to watch the Chuunin Selection Examination."
"Next, please let the twelve contestants who have passed the pre-selection conduct a formal selection competition."
"Now, please enjoy watching."
The third generation Hokage, who was always strong and strong, pushed the atmosphere of the scene to a climax again with just a few words.
After all, after all, Ninja Hiruzen Sarutobi was also a powerful figure who was famous for an era. For some spectators who came here from other countries, they could see this legend of the ninja world with their own eyes and hear him whisper. Speaking is already worthwhile.
After finishing his words, the elderly Hokage took a few steps back and sat back on the chair.
However, he is not sitting in the center of the entire stand, but is located to the right of the center.
Because there is also a chair placed at a point symmetrical to the seated position, with a person wearing similar clothes sitting on top of it.
The summary difference is that the main body of the hat the other one wears is blue, with the word "风" written on it.
He is the fourth generation Kazekage from the neighboring village of Sunagakure!
"You will be able to see your so-called [Absolute Defense] ninja's performance again later. It will definitely impress the many daimyo and ninja leaders who come to watch the ceremony."
After taking his seat, Hiruzen Sarutobi said to the visitor beside him.
But for such polite words, Kazekage had no intention of agreeing. Although his exposed eyes were staring straight into the arena, they were not looking at his own Gaara, but at the fan embroidered on his clothes. An indifferent young man with a clan pattern.
[Sure enough, compared to him, Sasuke is still far behind. 】
[I really want to see what Uchiha Itachi would do in front of him. 】
"Compared to Gaara."
"I want to see Uchiha Ara's performance even more."
"In the end, who can deserve the title of No. 1 in the world?"
As he spoke, his eyes never strayed from the intended prey.
Hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen's face suddenly stiffened, but he didn't say anything else.
At the same time, the examiner in the field, Shiranui Genma, was also giving his final lecture:
"I want to say a few more words before the game."
"Although today's venue is somewhat different from before, the overall rules are the same as those in the qualifiers, that is, there are no rules."
"The winner will not be determined until one party dies or admits defeat."
"But if during the game, I think the score has been decided, then the game will be stopped directly."
"At that time, no resistance is allowed."
"You understand."
But under Shiranui Genma's serious speech, no one responded.
Of course, he himself probably had no intention of getting a response from these little pricks, so he immediately announced:
"Then the first round is, Uchiha Izumi, Hyuga Neji."
"These two people will stay, and the others will go back to the lounge."
And when they saw the remaining two people in the field, the entire stands became extremely noisy.
Sharingan and Byakugan, these are the two most powerful eye techniques recognized in the entire ninja world.
And in these years, not only the Uchiha and Hinata families, but also some other good people, have also wanted to distinguish the two types of eye skills.
However, after all, the two have different dominance abilities in different fields, so there is no substantive conclusion on the number one ranking.
Now, such a pupil duel is placed in the first game. How can this not surprise the audience in the stands?
In addition, the two people fighting against each other, one was promoted directly through the back door, and the other was a genius known as the Hyuga clan. In contrast, it felt like a judgment of superiority and inferiority.
And in the dark ascending stairs, the entire atmosphere was suppressed and extremely dull.
Almost all the contestants were staring at the thin figure carrying a horizontal knife on his back.
Gaara's stubbornness was smoothed away.
Kankuro's doubts were allayed.
Sasuke's pride had nowhere to vent.
One sentence kept echoing in Uzumaki Naruto's mind:
[The person who killed your parents came from the Uchiha clan. 】
[The reason why Uchiha Ara comes into contact with you is simply out of guilt. 】
During this short walk up the stairs, he wanted to question that person countless times whether the truth of the matter was like this.
However, I finally endured it.
Because he wants to get the answer personally in the final battle!
At the same time, the first duel also began under the guidance of Shiranui Genma.
Without any hesitation, Hinata Neji put on a defensive posture the moment he was distanced by the examiner, and ferocious veins spread around his pupils.
Hyuga Neji did not dare to have any contempt for that person's teammates.
Moreover, he did not dare to look directly into the girl's eyes, fearing that he would fall into the illusion.
But even if the Sharingan possesses extraordinarily powerful power, it's not something you can control easily!
The one in Sunagakure is known as Sunagakure's absolute defense.
And his own physical skills are another kind of absolute defense.
Just like this swift but meaningless Ninja Hope!
Suddenly, Hyuga Neji's body spun on the spot like a top, and he swatted away the kunai that was coming towards him.
Even if he can't see directly, he won't have any visual blind spots!
This confrontation also made the audience in the stands feel a little impatient and disappointed.
Is the Sharingan, known as the most powerful pupil technique, just used to guide the trajectory of the blade? This is too childish.
Or is it that the girl named Uchiha Izumi came in through the back door?
Dissatisfaction began to spread.
Even Hinata Hizu, who was sitting in the stands, subconsciously said to the girl beside him:
"Look out for Hanabi. Neji has inherited the Hyuga family's blood line very well. Your sister can't compare to him."
"If that girl from the Uchiha clan only relied on a blade to attack, she would not be able to break through his defense."
But just at this moment,
Uchiha Izumi, who was standing in the field, moved again.
However, he unsuspectingly walked towards the opponent in sight with a kunai, and put the blade in his hand on the neck of his opponent Hyuga Neji under the astonished eyes of everyone in the audience.
At this time, the latter, who immediately returned to alert after blocking the throwing blade, did not make any move.
