In Konoha, at the start, Hinata was given the Tenseigan.

"I will definitely show a better version of myself in the next challenge!" Xia Mu secretly vowed in his heart.

This summer, Xia Mu not only improved his skills but also made new friends and deepened his bond with Xiao Xue.

On his path to power, Xia Mu's growth and transformation will continue, and his story will continue to unfold in new chapters.

Xia Mu woke up in the morning, and the sunlight shone through the curtains onto his face, warm and comforting.

He sat up in bed, recalling the training of the past few days, and a surge of excitement welled up inside him.

"I'll keep trying today!" he encouraged himself, quickly put on his ninja outfit, and left home.

The air in the village is fresh, and the morning breeze is refreshing, giving people an incomparably comfortable feeling.

Xia Mu decided to go to the training ground, where he and his friends would practice.

As soon as he arrived at the training field, he saw Xiaoxue already warming up.

Xiaoxue is a ninja skilled in Water Release techniques, possessing excellent skills and a gentle personality.

"Good morning, Xia Mu! Are you ready for training?" Xiao Xue waved to him with a sweet smile on her face.

"Good morning! I can't wait!" Xia Mu replied, full of enthusiasm.

"I want to try some new tactics today," Xiaoxue said, her eyes sparkling. "I heard there's a new tactical combination that's become popular lately, we can practice together."

“Okay, that sounds interesting!” Xia Mu nodded.

The two began training, with Xiaoxue demonstrating her water manipulation skills and then showing how to combine them with the wind to create a powerful waterspout.

"The combination of wind and water can create even greater attack power," Xiaoxue explained, her gaze resolute.

221: Discover your weaknesses, and work on becoming stronger!

Xia Mu observed carefully, constantly pondering how to integrate these techniques into his own fighting style.

"Let me try!" he said, then focused his chakra and imitated Xiaoxue's movements.

As the chakra flowed, water began to gather around him, but it didn't seem stable enough.

"You need to relax and find a balance between the elements," Xiaoxue encouraged, her voice gentle yet firm.

Xia Mu took a deep breath, trying to adjust her mindset and attempting to integrate the power of water and wind.

Suddenly, a faint stream of water formed in his hand, gradually taking shape as it spun in the wind.

"Great! Keep it up!" Xiaoxue cheered him on from the sidelines, her eyes full of anticipation.

After several attempts, Xia Mu finally mastered the technique, and a bright smile appeared on his face.

"Thank you, Xiaoxue! Your guidance was fantastic!" he said gratefully.

Just as the two were immersed in the joy of training, a figure walked onto the training field.

This is a new ninja named Yun Cheng, from the Village of Lightning.

Yun Cheng is a tall and strong ninja with short silver hair and sharp eyes.

"Are you training?" Yun Cheng approached, his gaze sweeping over the two of them, a faint smile on his face.

“Yes, we are practicing the combination of water and wind,” Xia Mu answered confidently.

“That sounds interesting. I’d like to see your skills,” Yun Cheng said, his tone carrying a hint of challenge.

"Of course! Why don't you give it a try?" Xiaoxue invited with a smile, appearing very friendly.

Yun Cheng nodded, and then began to demonstrate his lightning escape technique, gathering flashing lightning in his hands.

"This is a combination of thunder and wind, which can create a powerful attack," he explained, his movements fluid and forceful.

Xia Mu and Xiao Xue watched intently, secretly admiring him.

"As expected of a ninja from the Land of Lightning, their strength is truly remarkable!" Natsuki exclaimed sincerely.

After Yun Cheng finished training, he smiled and said to them, "Your combination of water and wind is also very good. I would like to have a friendly competition with you."

“Okay! I’m looking forward to it!” Xia Mu replied, his heart filled with fighting spirit.

Training began with the three taking turns on challenges, creating a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere.

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Using his newly acquired mastery of the combination of water and wind, Xia Mu attempted to force his opponent into a predicament.

"Behold my water attack!" he shouted, the water in his hand spinning rapidly, forming a vortex that rushed towards Yun Cheng.

Yun Cheng reacted swiftly, unleashing a burst of lightning to form a lightning defense, easily neutralizing the attack.

"Not bad, but not fast enough!" Yun Cheng's voice was encouraging.

"I will try my best!" Xia Mu replied, unwilling to be outdone.

As time went on, the three sparred more and more intensely, and their skills improved continuously.

After training, Xia Mu, Xiao Xue, and Yun Cheng sat under the shade of a tree in the training field, sharing their experiences and insights from the training.

"Today's training made me realize that I still have a lot of room for improvement," Xia Mu said with a determined look in his eyes.

“Me too, especially when it comes to water-based techniques,” Xiaoxue chimed in, her tone revealing mutual trust.

Yun Cheng smiled and said, "Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses; the key is to be good at discovering them and improving upon them."

222: Let's strive for even higher goals! Let's face even more challenges together!

"That sounds reasonable, I'll remember it." Xia Mu nodded in approval, her heart filled with anticipation for the future.

Through this encounter, Xia Mu and Yun Cheng gradually became friends.

In the days that followed, they trained and practiced together, encouraged each other, and grew together.

Xia Mu realized that friendship is not only a bond of emotion, but also a source of strength.

He understood that it was this friendship that made "490" even more determined on their path as ninjas.

"The road ahead is long, and I will continue to strive for the future of the village!" Xia Mu silently vowed in his heart.

As his training progressed, Xia Mu's strength continued to improve, and his confidence in battle became increasingly firm.

Every exchange with my partners is a new opportunity for growth.

In the days to come, Xia Mu will continue to pursue higher goals and face more challenges and adventures with his partners.

The morning sunlight filtered through the leaves and fell on the training field, making Xia Mu feel exceptionally happy.

After several days of training, he has mastered the art of combining water and wind.

Xiaoxue and Yuncheng are also constantly improving, and their sparring sessions are raising their ninjutsu skills.

Xia Mu felt the power of unity during training, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart.

"Shall we continue practicing new skills today?" Xiaoxue asked Xiamu while warming up.

“Of course, I want to try more complex tactics,” Xia Mu replied.

Just then, a figure walked over from the other side of the training field.

This is a slender boy named Youying, with jet-black hair and deep, mysterious eyes.

"Are you training here?" Shadow's voice was deep and calm, with a hint of distance.

“Yes, we’re practicing new ninjutsu,” Natsuki replied in a friendly manner, hoping to build rapport with his new partner.

Shadow nodded, seemingly uninterested in their training.

“As you should know, a ninja exam is about to be held here,” Youying suddenly said.

"An exam?" Xiaoxue asked curiously. "What kind of exam is it?"

"This is a comprehensive test of a ninja's abilities; only by passing it can one gain higher recognition," Youying explained, his gaze resolute.

Xia Mu felt a sense of urgency; he knew this was a good opportunity to improve himself.

"Should we participate too?" he asked eagerly.

“Of course, all young ninjas must participate,” Youying replied, a spark of challenge gleaming in his eyes.

"Then we must prepare well!" Xia Mu said, his heart brimming with fighting spirit.

“I will help you, but this is not a simple training program,” Shadow analyzed calmly. “Everyone’s strength will be assessed in all aspects.”

"No problem, we will definitely do our best!" Xiaoxue said confidently.

Over the next few days, the three began an intensive training program, with the addition of Shadow making the training even more rigorous.

The Shadows in Ghost 4.4 have extremely high standards for them, striving for perfection in every practice session.

"A good mental attitude is also very important for success in exams," he often reminded students, his tone full of expectation.

Xia Mu, Yun Cheng, and Xiao Xue gradually adapted to this high-intensity rhythm through continuous training.

“We need to support each other,” Xia Mu said during a training session, a resolute expression on his face.

223: Brilliant teamwork! The exam is just around the corner!!