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

“Of course! I want to prove myself through this opportunity,” Xia Mu replied, his eyes gleaming with fighting spirit.

"Me too! Let's cheer each other on!" Lingyue clenched her fist, full of determination.

They began their daily training. Aya was skilled in Water Release, while Natsuki was more inclined towards Fire Release.

The two worked together more and more seamlessly, and the sound of booming engines could be heard from time to time on the training field.

As his training progressed, Xia Mu found himself becoming more proficient in Fire Release techniques.

"Fire Release: Fireball Technique!" Xia Mu gathered the chakra in his hand and released a giant fireball.

The fireball traced an arc in the air, striking the target precisely with a loud bang.

"That's really good, Xia Mu! Your fire jutsu is getting more and more powerful!" Lingyue praised.

"Thank you, I will continue to work hard!" Xia Mu smiled slightly, feeling a sense of satisfaction.

Just then, an unfamiliar ninja walked over, attracting their attention.

This ninja is named Cangfeng. He comes from a neighboring village, has an outgoing personality, and is handsome and sunny.

"Hi everyone! My name is Cangfeng. I've heard there are many powerful ninjas here~" he greeted them warmly.

“Hello, Cangfeng. I am Xia Mu, and this is my friend Lingyue.” Xia Mu replied, feeling a sense of novelty.

"I'm here to participate in the upcoming competition. I've heard you guys are very strong!" Cangfeng said.

"We will do our best, and we hope to see you in the competition!" Lingyue said with a friendly smile.

"I also look forward to fighting against excellent ninjas! Come on, let's train together!" Cangfeng suggested.

So the three of them formed a temporary training group to improve together.

Cangfeng is skilled in Wind Release and can flexibly utilize the power of wind.

"Wind Release: Gale Blade!" With a wave of his hand, Cangfeng released countless wind blades that cut through the air and flew into the distance.

"Wow, that's amazing! I've never seen such fast ninjutsu before," Natsuki exclaimed in surprise.

"These are just basic skills. Wait until I show you more powerful moves!" Cangfeng said confidently.

As training progressed, the three grew closer.

Xia Mu and Cang Feng sparred with each other, improving their combat abilities.

"We have many strong opponents in this competition, and we must be prepared," Xia Mu said earnestly.

“…That’s right, there will be unexpected challenges in the competition.” Aya also agreed.

A few days later, the day of the competition finally arrived, and ninjas from various villages gathered on the field.

Natsuki, Ayatsuki, and Aofu walked into the arena together, sensing the tense atmosphere.

"This is our moment to show our strength!" Xia Mu said excitedly.

"No matter the outcome, we must give it our all!" Lingyue nodded.

The event host went on stage and announced the competition rules, while the field was filled with expectant eyes (Li's Zhao).

"The first round is an individual battle, and the winner will advance," the host explained clearly.

Xia Mu and his friends encouraged each other, their hearts filled with tension and anticipation.

"I hope to fight against strong opponents and challenge myself!" Xia Mu silently vowed, his gaze resolute.

The tournament begins, and the first match is about to unfold. Xia Mu clenched his fists, ready to meet the challenge.

"The battles to come will determine our future!" he thought confidently.

235: Absolutely cannot stop! Keep going!!

As the match progressed, Natsuki encountered his first opponent, a ninja named Kageya.

Kageyo is skilled in Anbu ninjutsu, agile, and gives off a mysterious aura.

"I will use all my strength to defeat you," Yingye said calmly, his eyes revealing a fighting spirit.

"Me too, get ready for my Fire Release!" Xia Mu replied, full of fighting spirit.

The battle began, and the two quickly engaged in combat. Xia Mu skillfully used fire-style techniques, while Ying Ye used shadows to evade attacks.

"Fire Release: Flame Whirl!" Xia Mu gathered chakra and released a spinning flame that rushed straight towards Ying Ye.

Shadow Night's figure flickered, dodging the flames and swiftly counterattacking.

"Shadow Attack!" He used the power of shadows to rush straight at Xia Mu.

The battle intensified instantly, and Xia Mu focused intently, searching for an opportunity to counterattack.

"I will never give up!" Xia Mu silently vowed to himself as he charged forward.

After a fierce contest, Xia Mu ultimately emerged victorious thanks to his keen intuition and unwavering perseverance.

"This is just the beginning; I will continue to improve myself!" he vowed to himself.

As the competition progressed, Xia Mu's strength continued to increase, and he gradually adapted to the rhythm of the event.

"As long as I give it my all, I'm sure I'll achieve the desired results!" He believed in his abilities.

Just as he was basking in the joy of victory, the battle ahead (bfee) took a new turn.

Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled patterns on Xia Mu's training field, a testament to his hard work.

The competition over the past few days made him realize his shortcomings and ignited a stronger fighting spirit within him.

"I must not stop," he muttered to himself, his expression resolute.

After a fierce competition, Xia Mu won the preliminary round.

However, he knew that the opponents ahead would be even tougher.

"Xia Mu, shall we continue training today?" Ling Yue walked towards him, holding a water bottle in her hand, her face full of anticipation.

“Of course! I want to improve my Fire Release techniques.” Xia Mu nodded, then began to warm up.

Lingyue practiced water escape techniques nearby, water flowing around her fingers, shimmering with a faint light.

"Your water jutsu is getting more and more powerful, Aya!" Xia Mu exclaimed, his eyes filled with admiration.

"Thank you! I also hope you can become stronger so that we can fight side by side." Lingyue replied with a smile.

Just then, Cangfeng joined their training, bringing with him a burst of energy.

"How about we try something different today?" Cang Feng suggested, his expression excited.

"What are your plans?" Xia Mu asked curiously.

“We can conduct teamwork training to improve our teamwork,” Cangfeng said earnestly.

“Great idea! I’ll try my best to keep up with you.” Xia Mu nodded in agreement.

The three began a new round of training, employing different tactical combinations.

Aya used Water Release to create cover for Natsuki and Aofu, while Natsuki was responsible for launching Fire Release attacks.

"Fire Release: Fire Dragon Technique!" He gathered chakra and unleashed a massive fire dragon that hurtled toward the distant target.

"Water Release: Water Wall!" Aya reacted quickly, using a water wall to block the flying fire dragon, creating a vivid scene of confrontation.

Cangfeng skillfully used Wind Release techniques to enhance the power of the flames.

236: A perfect combination of wind and fire! Excellent form!!

"Wind Release: Whirlwind!" He summoned a swirling wind, propelling the fire dragon's power even further.

"That's great! We worked together perfectly!" Xia Mu said, a sense of accomplishment welling up inside him.

"If we keep this good teamwork, we'll definitely achieve great results in the competition!" Lingyue encouraged.

After a long period of training, their skills have improved significantly, and the three of them have become increasingly coordinated.

Just as they were training, a strange ninja walked over.

His name is Hino, and he comes from a distant ninja village, known for his speed and agility.

"Your training looks interesting. Can I join?" Hino asked with a smile, his eyes gleaming with a challenge.

“Of course, we need a new partner.” Xia Mu immediately welcomed him.

Hino displayed his rapid movement, easily traversing the training ground, leaving Natsuki and the others in awe.

"You're amazing! Your speed reminds me of the wind," Lingyue praised.

"Thank you! I hope to train with you all and improve my skills," Hino said.

In the following training sessions, Hino became an important member of the team, and his speed and agility made the training more efficient.

“We can practice rapid strikes and retreats using your speed,” Cangfeng suggested.

“Okay, I’ll give it a try!” Hino nodded and quickly demonstrated his skills.

He moved around the field, his figure seemingly flickering in the air, giving people an elusive feeling.

"Too fast!" Xia Mu couldn't help but exclaim, his eyes following Hino's figure.