XX-level Hokage

"It's nothing, you'll understand in time. Just in case, I need to tamper with the curse mark on your body, and also prevent him from experiencing pain for no reason."

It hurts. "He said, reaching out to touch the cursed seal on Sasuke's neck."

A stream of green chakra flowed from Shiro's hand, coalescing into threads that flowed into Sasuke's neck.

Since receiving the reward of mastering medical ninjutsu, Mashiro has been able to do many things that she couldn't do before, such as blocking pain receptors in a part of her body.

"Now, your neck shouldn't hurt so much anymore. I need to study the seal for a while, and I'll help you fix it once I have some results." Mashiro said, withdrawing her hand as she injected all the green threads into Sasuke's neck.

Sasuke touched the cursed seal, and the strange feeling had indeed disappeared.

"Alright, you can go back now. I don't think I need to see you off," Mashiro said with a smile.

"Um, I have a question for you." Sasuke said after a moment's hesitation. Mashiro looked at Sasuke, signaling him to continue.

"You're only a year older than me, so why are you so strong? How can I become as strong as you?" Sasuke's eyes revealed an intense longing.

"It's very simple. It's because you haven't realized it. You've never truly believed in Lord Zero. All my power comes from him. You should understand how powerful the power Lord Zero bestows is now. Believe in him, revere him, and he will naturally give you even more power," Mashiro said in a provocative tone.

Sasuke didn't say anything and disappeared into the shadows.

He was wavering. Mashiro watched Sasuke's disappearing figure. In his previous life, he had used a similar method to brainwash Sasuke. "Next, it's time to add some bait."

Mashiro muttered to herself as she disappeared into the shadows.

The ninja from other villages who came to participate in the Chunin Exams were all arranged by Konoha to be housed in special accommodations in different locations. At this moment, in Kurotsuchi's room at the Iwagakure residence.

Moonlight streamed through the window, illuminating Heitu's face with a serene and beautiful glow. The windowpane cast a long shadow in the moonlight, revealing a pure white figure within it.

Looking at Kuroto on the bed, Mashiro's eyes on her chest suddenly opened, and the kaleidoscope began to spin. Kuroto's dream thus changed.

In the dream, Kurotsuchi was strolling around the village when suddenly Mashiro walked over.

"What are you doing in Iwagakure?" the dream version of Kurotsuchi asked, puzzled. The dream version of Mashiro didn't answer, but instead wrapped her arms around Kurotsuchi's waist. "What are you going to do?" the dream version of Kurotsuchi suddenly asked, extremely tense.

“You are beautiful, darling,” Mashiro said gently in the dream.

"I've already made up for what I did before, what else do you want to do?" Kurotsuchi in the dream looked at Mashiro's beautiful face and said, blushing. Then, Mashiro in the dream slowly lowered her head and kissed Kurotsuchi's lips, their lips and tongues meeting and wandering around.

A moment later, Kurotsuchi in the dream collapsed due to her weak legs, and Mashiro in the dream also collapsed. The two did not fall to the ground, but fell onto the bed. Kurotsuchi in the dream blushed, and Mashiro in the dream smiled and reached out her hand.

Seeing Kurotsuchi's condition, Mashiro used illusion magic to project her image into Kurotsuchi's dream. However, what kind of dream it would be, Mashiro herself didn't know.

It was beyond my control, but judging from Kurotsuchi's expression, it must have been a good dream.

"Short hair actually looks pretty good too."

Mashiro touched Kurotsuchi's hair as she slept, then disappeared into the shadows. Only Kurotsuchi remained, sleeping peacefully, her face flushed.

Chapter 30: Official Match

In the second round, all the candidates who had passed the preliminary rounds arrived at the venue.

The venue was incredibly eye-catching, with both the Third Hokage and the Fourth Kazekage present, along with all the team leaders in the stands, and the audience was packed.

Genma Shiranui arrived at the arena and began announcing the match roster.

"After the first written test, the second survival battle, and the third preliminary round, congratulations! You are now only one step away from passing the exam. I will now announce the list of participants for the official competition:"

Match 1: Naruto Uzumaki vs. Neji Hyuga; Match 2: Gaara vs. Sasuke Uchiha; Match 3: Shino Aburame vs. Kankuro

Fourth match: Takagi vs. Nara Shikamaru; Fifth match: Hinata Hyuga vs. Kurotsuchi; Sixth match: Ino Yamanaka vs. Akatsuchi.

Before each match begins, the two contestants have two days to prepare. The first match will be held two days later. Following this, Genma Shiranui left the stage, and the Third Hokage rose to begin his speech.

After the speeches, the Third Kazekage left, followed by the Fourth Kazekage. Then the audience members left one after another, and the examinees in the hall also left one after another.

Looking at the list of "Hinata VS Kuroshi," Mashiro sighed. She really should have moved the list earlier. However, Mashiro wasn't worried; she estimated that the Konoha Crush plan would be activated before the fifth match even began.

Mashiro looked at the spot where the Fourth Kazekage had just sat. "How long can you endure this?"

"What are you talking about?" Red asked, walking up to Shiro. "Nothing," Shiro replied calmly.

"Is something about to happen?" Kurenai asked, looking at Mashiro's face. "Kurenai's guesses are always so accurate," Mashiro said, not hiding anything.

“Your expression tells me you’re excited. Although I don’t know you very well, I still feel that when you’re excited, something big must be about to happen,” Hong explained.

"Be careful these next few days, and you can remind your friends too," Mashiro whispered in Kurenai's ear as she hugged her. "What is it?" Kurenai asked in Mashiro's ear.

"Who knows?" Taking advantage of the fact that no one was paying attention, Mashiro gave the red, perky buttocks a hard slap, then turned and left.

The burning pain in her buttocks made Hong feel a little sorry for herself. By the time she came to her senses, Mashiro was already gone. "Next time I'll definitely get my revenge," Hong thought angrily.

Having spent several years together in her previous life, Mashiro understands Kurenai very well. Although Kurenai appears to be an independent and forthright person, she actually likes strong people, a fact that even she herself seems unaware of.

This is why Mashiro was able to steal Asuma's love in her previous life.

Only when you establish a strong image in Red's heart will everything you do make Red feel shy and eager.

Back at the Hyuga clan residence, Mashiro went to Neji's quarters. Neji's yard was filled with various training equipment, and he was currently driving wooden training dummies into place. "Master..."

Seeing Mashiro approach, Neji stopped what he was doing and bowed.

"Neji, I heard you didn't go to learn ninjutsu," Mashiro said softly.

"I'd rather learn the Hyuga clan's taijutsu than ninjutsu," Neji replied.

I know what you're thinking. You're still struggling with your status as a member of the branch family, and you want to prove yourself. So even though you know that learning ninjutsu would improve your abilities...

"Even with your strength, you still cling to jujitsu." Mashiro said somewhat sarcastically.

Neji remained silent and quietly bowed.

"Truly, utterly ridiculous." Mashiro flicked his finger, and the wooden stake shattered instantly.

"You never seem to crave great power, even if that power could allow you to transcend the boundaries of the main family and branch families, even if that great power could avenge your dead relatives. You have always been wallowing in self-pity."

Despite your exceptional talent, you're still just a branch family member. I wonder what Uncle Hizashi would think if he knew. "Mashiro said, Neji's hand clenched tighter and tighter.

"Master, please be careful with your words." Neji finally couldn't help but say when Hizashi was mentioned.

“Neji, you don’t seem convinced. How about we make a bet? I bet you’ll lose the first round,” Mashiro said with a smile. “Yes, Master,” Neji accepted the bet.

"See you next time, Neji." Mashiro turned and left.

Neji stared at Mashiro's retreating figure, momentarily flustered. He remembered that he and Mashiro were very close when they were children. Why had things turned out this way? Was I really too obsessive?

Neji turned to look at the broken wooden stake, somewhat dazed.

On the other side, Naruto walked down the street with Subiki, looking very unhappy.

He originally sought out Kakashi-sensei to ask for special training, but Kakashi-sensei said that his training methods were not suitable for him and then recommended him to Subiki.

Following Subiki, Naruto looked around listlessly.

"Shubiki-sensei, it looks like someone's peeping into the women's bathroom," Naruto said, noticing a strange figure near the women's bathroom. Naruto and Jiraiya had officially met.

Two days passed in the blink of an eye, and Naruto and Neji both arrived at the arena. Genma Shiranui then announced the start of the competition.

The duel between the two finally began. At first, Neji had the upper hand, forcing Naruto to dodge. Helpless, Naruto had to use the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique. A dozen Narutos rushed at him, but Neji defeated them with a single Rotation.

Looking at Naruto the wolf, Neji couldn't understand why Mashiro thought he would lose. But as time went by, Neji gradually realized that Naruto didn't seem to feel tired at all. No matter how many times he was knocked down or repelled, he could always cheer up and continue to attack.

Neji defeated one of Naruto's clones with a single palm strike. Why?

Neji kicked Naruto away. Why?

Neji unleashed his power once more, instantly defeating all of Naruto's clones.

"Why?" Neji grabbed the last Naruto by the neck and asked. "Why what?" Naruto, who was being held by Neji, gasped for breath.

"Why are you persisting? You have no family or relatives. Knowing that you can't win, why are you still persisting?" Neji asked, panting.

"Because I believe in myself. No matter how many times I try, as long as I don't give up, I will definitely succeed." Naruto said, then kicked Neji.

Neji dodged and punched Naruto, sending him flying. "Now!"

Suddenly, a Naruto appeared beneath Neji's feet and punched him in the chin, sending him flying. Then, he used the Shadow Clone Technique again, and more than a dozen Narutos attacked Neji in mid-air simultaneously.

With no foothold in mid-air, Neji was unable to counterattack. Ultimately, Neji collapsed to the ground, and Naruto Uzumaki emerged victorious!

After Genma Shiranui announced the results, Naruto shouted excitedly, while Neji lay quietly on the ground looking at the sky.

"You lost." Mashiro appeared beside Neji and said. "Yes, I lost," Neji said calmly.

“Mashiro, tell me how to gain power,” Neji asked immediately. “Okay.”

Mashiro, bathed in sunlight, cast a long shadow. (Author's Note)

After completing the Chunin Exams storyline, Mashiro will be able to do whatever she wants in Konoha, truly doing whatever she pleases.

Chapter 31: The Konoha Crush Plan

During the preparation time for the second match, Mashiro released all the shadowy ninjas she could summon. Every evening, all the shadows became even darker, as she searched for someone.

“There are some places we can’t go. Although the Shadow Legion’s movements are extremely secretive, there is still a risk of being discovered by some ninjas with strong senses. If it weren’t for the fear that the person might not show up again after nightfall, I would really like to let the Shadow Ninjas go out at night.”

Mashiro sat on the bed, the shadow beneath her rippling like water. Many shadow ninjas returned, and many left. Mashiro was collecting all the information brought back by the shadow ninjas.

"Sister, please guide my cultivation." Just then, Hinata suddenly appeared outside the door and said. "Okay, Hinata, go to the training ground and wait for me for a while." The shadow beneath Mashiro dissipated. She roughly knew where that person was.

In the Hyuga clan's training grounds, Mashiro and Hinata are sparring. "Eight Trigrams Twenty-Four Palms"

Hinata unleashed her Eight Trigrams Palm attack. "Eight Trigrams Chapter Twenty-Four"

Mashiro countered with the same technique, even using chakra at a similar level to Hinata's. The two palm strikes collided, and Hinata was sent flying.

They tried many more times, and without exception, Chuyou always lost.

"Sister, am I stupid?" Aya said dejectedly. She knew that Mashiro had been trying her best to let her win, but she still kept losing.

"The main family of the Hyuga clan, especially our branch, has never had anyone named Huixin. Hinata is just too gentle," Shinji said, comforting Hinata.

Ninjas generally believe that their strength is divided into three parts: ninjutsu, genjutsu, and taijutsu.

Ninjutsu and genjutsu are only related to the amount of chakra. Once released, their specific power is irrelevant to the user. Taijutsu, however, is different. Even with the same taijutsu and the same amount of power, the specific power produced can vary considerably in the hands of different people.

The Hyuga clan's jutsu is unique; its power comes not only from physical strength but also from chakra, yet it is still considered a type of taijutsu.

In the battle between Mashiro and Hinata just now, Mashiro used the same techniques and power as Hinata, with almost the same amount of chakra, but in the end Hinata was still completely defeated. Hinata's personality is too gentle. In each attack, she can only use six-tenths of her original power. She is afraid of hurting people and is too timid to use her full strength.

"Am I too timid?" Hinata had actually realized her own problem; Kurenai must have told her about it before. "That's good," Mashiro said, patting Hinata's head.

With Mashiro around, it doesn't really matter what Hinata's personality is, whether she's gentle or timid.

"Don't worry about winning or losing. There will be other opportunities. Just play the game the way you want. If you can't hold on, just surrender. Safety first," Mashiro instructed Hinata.

Hinata blushed and nodded as she listened to Mashiro's gentle words. "By the way, how can one obtain the Tenseigan?"