Chapter 187 The Chunin Exams Are About to Begin
"The Chunin Exams?!" *2
Naruto and Karin stared wide-eyed at the smiling Kakashi, exclaiming in surprise.
"That's right. This time, we're mainly taking the joint exam with Sunagakure. The Kazekage will also be there."
Kakashi continued, handing the scroll to Naruto.
"As your mentor, I recommend that you participate in this Chunin Exam."
Naruto looked at the file in his hand, his eyes fixed on the names of himself and the others on it.
"Kakashi-sensei, isn't this a bit too early for us?"
Karin remembers that the Chunin Exams are usually a comprehensive exam that students take a year after they become Genin.
We've only graduated a month ago, is it really appropriate for us to take such a difficult exam?
Kakashi stared calmly at Karin, saying nothing, but it was as if he had said everything.
"Yoshi, we'll definitely become Chunin!"
Naruto nodded and assured Kakashi.
"Yes, I believe you."
Kakashi nodded. If they can't become Chunin, then Konoha's current Chunin will probably have to be sent back for retraining.
"For the next period of time, we will suspend all missions. Everyone should take this opportunity to reflect on their own situation in preparation for the Chunin Exams."
After saying that, Kakashi disappeared from the spot.
Watching Kakashi leave, Naruto tightened his grip on the scroll. This was the Chunin Exams! If he passed, he could become a Chunin.
Once I become a Chunin, my next step is to become a Jonin, and finally, I will become the Hokage.
Looking at it this way, it seems that I'm almost halfway to achieving my life goals.
"Then let's train ourselves for a while."
Naruto said to the three of them that although they had been training during the time they were away, the amount of training was very small, because they had to guard against Zabuza's sneak attack.
But once they returned to Konoha, their safety was guaranteed, and they could train with peace of mind.
"OK."
Sasuke nodded without hesitation.
After all, for him, improving his strength was an indispensable prerequisite for completing the main storyline, defeating the blond-haired guy, and bringing back his brother.
Hinata nodded obediently. She didn't care as long as she was with Naruto. But she wondered if Naruto would take the opportunity to fight her.
While Hinata was deep in thought, Karin took out a sealing scroll and directly took out the four little ones' bedding sets.
"So, I'll just put the blankets on right away? How about we train here for the next few days?"
Karin looked at Sasuke and Hinata, because of the four people present, only the two of them needed to go home.
"I can."
Sasuke nodded readily. He could just go home and tell his parents later. After all, the Chunin Exams were coming up, and it wouldn't be a big deal for him to train here for a few days without going home.
Hinata had some reservations and didn't agree immediately, planning to go home and ask her father.
"It's okay, Hinata-nee, you can come over during the day and wake us up."
Seeing that Hinata was somewhat embarrassed, Karin took the initiative to step forward and speak.
Don't worry, I won't abandon you.
Naruto smiled and looked at Hinata, jokingly saying...
"Uh-huh."
Hinata nodded, and then she and Sasuke went back to their respective homes to report to their families.
The Uchiha clan, the clan head's family.
"What?! You're not coming home tonight?!"
Fugaku was drinking tea when he heard Sasuke say he wouldn't be back that night, and he spat out his tea, spraying it all over the newspaper in front of him.
"ha?!"
Mikoto, who was cooking in the kitchen, came out without even taking off her apron, holding a spatula in her hand.
"Sasuke, what are you doing tonight instead of going home?"
Mikoto squinted, her eyes sharp as she looked at Sasuke.
Sasuke felt a pressure from his bloodline, like a force pressing down on him.
"Um, well, since the Chunin Exams are coming up, I want to train a little longer."
Sasuke lowered his proud head and said in a weak voice.
"How can you do this? Honestly, even if it's for training, you can't stay out all night."
Mikoto looked at Sasuke, who had his head down, and didn't know what to say for a moment.
but...
Mikoto thought of Naruto and Karin's situation, and the words she was about to say to stop them stopped in her throat.
"Never mind, but I can't do anything bad to Karin tonight."
Mikoto gently tapped Sasuke's head, then softened her tone and said...
"You agree?"
Sasuke looked up at his mother, his eyes shining.
"Yes, the child is growing up and will have to go out sooner or later, but must come home on weekends."
Mikoto ruffled Sasuke's hair, and Fugaku, who was standing next to him, also stepped forward and gently patted Sasuke's shoulder.
"Okay, I'll come back every night after the Chunin Exams are over."
Sasuke nodded, then tidied up what he needed to bring.
Actually, there wasn't much; a sealing scroll would suffice.
Watching Sasuke's departing figure, Fugaku let out a long sigh, a slight smile playing on his lips.
Go, Sasuke, the future belongs to you.
...
However, a different sound erupted from the Hyuga clan's territory.
"What did you say?!"
The athlete shouted with unusual excitement.
"Wait, let me think this through. Hinata, are you planning to stay out all night and live in the same house with that blond guy?"
Hiashi tried to keep his tone calm as he looked into Hinata's pale blue eyes and asked.
"Um...actually, it's okay if you don't go."
Hinata lowered her head and said somewhat dejectedly.
"elder sister..."
Hanabi ran out, hugged Hinata's waist, and called out to her in comfort.
Hiashi rubbed his head. The problem was that everyone in the clan knew yesterday that Hinata had returned.
Honestly, this blond guy is really giving me a headache.
"Never mind, you can go."
Hiashi waved his hand, indicating that Hinata could go.
"Really?"
Hinata raised her head and looked at Hiashi with shining eyes.
"Alright, alright, let's get our strength up as soon as possible, then everything will be much easier."
Hiashi looked at Hinata, then at Hanabi, and sighed helplessly.
If I add the daily rate, I should be able to delay it for another three years.
Three years is already the limit, but if external factors are added, maybe it can be extended further...
Hiashi made up his mind and decided to go and have a talk with Sarutobi tonight.
Otherwise, Hanabi would end up on the same path Neji is on now.
Hinata could sense Hiashi's helplessness, and at the same time, she could guess why he was doing this.
She lowered her head again. In fact, she had a vague feeling that if her eyes could undergo another transformation, she might be able to free the bird from its cage.
But it hasn't happened yet, so she didn't tell Hiashi.
After raising her head again and saying goodbye to Hanabi and Hiashi, she picked up her luggage and headed to the fourth training field.
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