Naruto: Learn the Substitution Jutsu and use it to create Star Platinum?

Lin Yi wouldn't organize the three little ones just because they were selecting large cannon fodder.

Let's not even talk about how the cannon fodder would never be chosen from his disciples.

Even if they don't participate, a genin is worse than a chunin. A cannon fodder is better than a cannon fodder, right?

The three little ones had obviously discussed it beforehand. After glancing at each other, they all bowed to Lin Yi.

said in unison.

"Please, teacher, allow us to participate!"

A gentle breeze lifted the three of them.

"There's no need for that. If you want to go, do you think I can stop you?"

Lin Yi smiled and ruffled the heads of the group.

"Then I will apply for the registration forms for you."

Lin Yi held up one finger.

"If anyone succeeds in becoming a Chunin, the teacher will have a mysterious gift for them."

"Wow, what amazing surprise gift?!"

Matt Kai immediately blinked expectantly.

"Idiot Kai, I already said it's a mysterious gift, how could I possibly tell you?"

Hong playfully punched Kai on the head.

But deep down, I couldn't help but feel a sense of anticipation.

"In that case, you can continue your cultivation on your own for the time being. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."

A cloud of mist rose from the spot, and Lin Yi sat down cross-legged on it with a smile.

A gentle breeze blew Lin Yi's hair into an arc.

Before me were the resolute little faces of three children.

Chapter 97: Plan Begins to be Implemented

"Chunin exam?"

Minato Namikaze scratched his head.

He had just returned to the village.

Compared to the devastated battlefield of the Land of Hot Water, the Land of Grass, though under considerable pressure, was still able to hold on.

However, the village suddenly reduced its reinforcements to the Grass Country, and many teams withdrew.

Lin Yi knew that this was the Third Generation's plan to use his own abilities.

He hasn't announced his name yet, probably because he hasn't decided on a specific date.

"Well, it's been a while since the Chunin Exams were held. There are still many capable Genin in the village."

Furthermore, the demise of ninjas is inevitable during wartime; Chunin generally have a slightly lower casualty rate compared to Genin.

Given the relationship between Lin Yi and Minato Namikaze, there's no need for Lin Yi to keep things to himself.

Minato nodded slightly.

"Then I'll apply for them too. Their strength is up to par, especially Kakashi."

As soon as he finished speaking, Minato noticed that Lin Yi was looking at him with a strange expression.

"Uh, did I say something wrong?"

Shuimen scratched his head.

"Minato, did you use Flying Thunder God Technique to erase your memories? Kakashi is already a Chunin, why would he go?"

Minato was stunned for a moment before he realized what was happening.

"Ah, hahahahaha."

"I forgot. Kakashi and the others are always together. It's normal to forget things like that sometimes."

The main reason is that Kakashi encountered the Chunin Exams not long after graduating.

At that time, his relationship with Minato was just so-so, and he was even a little annoyed with him, so he didn't celebrate with Minato. He probably mentioned it to Minato himself.

Later, when he joined the Water Gate team, this point was naturally not specifically mentioned.

"Lord Lin Yi, the Third Hokage requests your presence."

A ninja dressed as an ANBU member suddenly jumped in front of the two and bowed slightly to Lin Yi.

He was a Jonin who had participated in the Battle of the Land of Hot Springs, so he naturally knew the strength of the man in front of him.

Lin Yi raised an eyebrow.

It seems the third generation wasn't too indecisive.

That makes sense, given Konoha's current situation. If they don't use his methods, they'll have no choice but to cede territory and pay reparations, resulting in a huge financial loss.

"Minato, let's go together."

"Eh?"

Minato pointed to his nose, and after receiving Lin Yi's affirmative answer, he had no choice but to follow behind.

thump thump —

"Is this Lin Yi? Please come in."

Having received a response, Lin Yi entered the room with Shui Men.

"Lin Yi, I've made up my mind. I'll use your... Minato?"

As Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke, he looked up and saw a blond-haired guy standing next to Lin Yi.

"Uh, Lin Yi asked me to come along."

Minato decisively betrayed Lin Yi.

The third generation turned his gaze to Lin Yi.

"Yes, I let you have it."

Lin Yi nodded.

"Minato's abilities should be very useful."

After all, the Flying Thunder God Technique doesn't rely on speed; it's purely about traversing space.

Even though Lin Yi possessed the ability to stop time, he was still incredibly envious.

“Well… that’s fine, Lin Yi. Now we need to discuss the specific time and place, and the final list.”

"What time and place? What list?"

Minato was completely confused and nudged Lin Yi.

Lin Yi waved his hand, indicating that he would find out later.

"As for time, the sooner the better. Isn't the village going to hold the Chunin Exams?"

Using this as a reason, we'll start the assessment tomorrow, speed up the process, remove the squad survival requirement, and in war, we'll basically not be playing with our original teammates.

My suggestion is to have the written exam in the morning and then proceed directly to the one-on-one battles in the afternoon.

The moment the Chunin Exams conclude will be the time to launch our operation.

"this…"

Hiruzen Sarutobi hesitated.

Lin Yi stepped forward directly.

"Third Hokage, Kumogakure and Iwagakure won't give us time. Once we pass the target location or one of them has left, this plan will immediately collapse!"

Lin Yi said solemnly.

"What kind of scheme is it...?"

Minato weakly raised his hand.

However, neither Lin Yi nor the third generation paid him any attention.

"But the Chunin Exams have never been brought forward or accelerated."

Lin Yi waved his hand to interrupt.

"We don't need to talk to the Third Hokage like that."

The reason the Chunin Exams are being held now is simply because there are too few teams. After all, a Chunin and three Genin can form a team, but four Genin cannot.

Given this, those who become Chunin will most likely not continue with their original teams, unless it's a team of exceptional geniuses.

Therefore, the team-based testing phase is unnecessary; this way, more Chunin will emerge.

The third generation leader took a somewhat awkward puff on his pipe.

That's the truth, but it's a bit embarrassing to say it directly like that.

After all, he is the Hokage.

“Alright, let’s set the date for the day after tomorrow. Given the current size and marching speed of Kumogakure and Iwagakure, we can manage to send a small team to block them for a day.”

Now that he had already chosen Lin Yi's plan, Hiruzen Sarutobi no longer needed to dwell on the Chunin Exams.

Hiruzen Sarutobi put down his pipe and continued speaking.

"Then who will carry out the plan?"

"I've already planned it out."

Lin Yi counted on his fingers.

His plan mainly needs to focus on three directions.

First, it is used to block and control personnel from the Cloud Village and the Rock Village to ensure they arrive at the target location on time.

This group of people doesn't necessarily need to be strong, but they must be able to run and keep the enemy at bay.