He calls himself a cult leader? He shouldn't even be washing socks when he gets back; he should be stuffing his underwear in his mouth!

That Hidan, he just can't stand not causing trouble for a day.

Just as Shinji was pondering what reason to use to reject Sasuke, the long-awaited system notification sound rang out once again.

[Trigger the bond quest with Afei - Break Free from the Cage]

[Mission: Break Free from the Cage]

[Content: Recruiting Uchiha Sasuke into the Jashin Cult and taking him with him when leaving Konoha]

[Quest Rewards: 10000 Cursed Soul Points, 20 Afei Bond Points, Reversal Spell - Healing]

[PS: He fled, he chased, but they couldn't escape.]

. . . . . .

Wang Defa!

Why would Tobi's bond quest be triggered on Sasuke?

Is this the resonance of the loving Uchiha clan?

Loved it!

This is an utterly speechless task.

Isn't this exactly what Orochimaru was supposed to do?

Well, now that Orochimaru's fate is unknown, the task of kidnapping Sasuke has fallen to him.

The thought of Naruto and his friends constantly nagging them about "what is gay?" after they kidnapped Sasuke sent chills down his spine.

He had anticipated from the beginning that the tasks on Afei would be difficult, but he never expected that even a random one would be so overwhelming!

So now only one question remains: is it worth it?

Shinji first checked his bond level of 71 with Tobi, and then focused his attention on the [Reversal Technique - Healing].

I'm sorry, Naruto.

The mission rewards are just too good to pass up!

Once he obtains the [Reversal Spell - Healing], he can truly unleash his immortality, instead of always relying on the [Mummy's Bandage].

Therefore, he, Chi, is determined to take on this task!

However, one should not act too rashly, lest a large group of people chase after them when leaving.

"Sigh, considering your performance just now, I can give you another chance. As long as you can get first place in the upcoming Chunin Exams, I will make an exception and allow you to join the Jashin Cult, and I will also help you awaken the three-tomoe Sharingan."

Things that come too easily are never cherished.

Even if he had a mission to complete, he wouldn't let Sasuke join so easily.

Furthermore, Sasuke is incomplete without mastering Chidori.

Even if they really have to leave, they should at least try to take advantage of Kakashi before they do.

Sasuke was immediately excited when he heard that!

This was an opportunity he risked his life for!

Although we still can't join directly, there is now real hope.

Moreover, the other party's last sentence made Sasuke's eyes widen. He had just awakened his two-tomoe Sharingan yesterday under stimulation, but now Shinji said he could help him awaken his three-tomoe Sharingan. This was simply too much!

"Okay, I definitely will..."

Bang!

Before he could even finish speaking, Sasuke collapsed to the ground.

The fact that he could hold on until Shinji made a promise was already his limit.

Shinji had no choice but to pick up Erzhuzi again and head to the hospital.

Why does it always end like this?

. . . . . .

The next day, after learning that Sasuke had run away from the hospital, been injured, and then sent back to the hospital, Kakashi, along with Naruto and Sakura, came to visit Sasuke once again.

"Damn it! Who did this?"

Although they usually dislike each other, Naruto was the most furious at this moment.

Sakura's eyes immediately reddened when she saw Sasuke covered in bandages.

Even Kakashi's eyes turned somewhat frightening. After all, Sasuke was, after all, his disciple. Now that Sasuke had been beaten to this state, it would be extremely irresponsible for him, as his teacher, to pretend to be dead.

"This is no one else's fault; it's my own doing. Besides, the doctor said it's not serious and I'll be fine after a few days of rest."

"A fractured left arm, multiple severe contusions and bruises all over the body, isn't that serious enough?" Sakura couldn't help but say.

"I already told you it's just a minor injury." Sasuke was getting impatient.

No matter how Naruto and the others questioned him, Sasuke remained adamant and refused to say anything, only glaring at them when pressed.

"Well, it seems I'll have to give up on the Chunin Exams this time," Naruto said with some regret, but seeing Sasuke's expression, he couldn't force him to participate.

Upon hearing this, Sasuke immediately interrupted, "Who said we'd give up! Kakashi-sensei, I'm going to sign up for the Chunin Exams. Even if the other two don't participate, and it's just me, I'm going."

"What? But you're injured like this..."

"That's my business, it's none of your concern."

"Tch, if they don't care, they don't care. Who cares?"

Before long, the two started arguing again.

"Sasuke, I just asked the doctors, and they said you..."

"Sakura, if you really care about me, don't hold me back. That's true now, and it will be true in the future."

Sakura's nose tingled, and she almost burst into tears.

"Hey, you bastard, how could you say that about Sakura! Don't you know she did it for you..."

"Stop talking, Naruto. I...I'll sign up too. I won't hold anyone back."

After saying that, Sakura ran out.

Naruto glared at Sasuke and immediately chased after him, calling out, "Wait for me, Sakura!"

Suddenly, only Kakashi and Sasuke remained in the room.

Seeing Sasuke's cold demeanor, Kakashi couldn't help but sigh. "I will register you for this Chunin Exams, but as your teacher, I also have the right to terminate the exam if I find you in a dangerous situation."

[Chapter 227. The Arrival of the Sand Village (Fifth Update, Please Subscribe!)]

In order to ensure that Sasuke could participate in the Chunin Exams in perfect condition, Kakashi had to find a way to bring in a medical ninja to treat Sasuke.

Sasuke didn't want to talk about how he got injured, and Kakashi didn't press him for details.

After hearing Sasuke say that no matter the cost, he was determined to get first place in the Chunin Exams, he thought about it for several days before deciding to teach Sasuke that move after Sasuke recovered from his injuries.

Meanwhile, although a few days late, the delegation from Sunagakure finally arrived in Konoha without incident.

The one leading the team was none other than the Fourth Kazekage, Rasa!

Shinji, who was mixed in with the Hidden Mist team, had a slight change in expression when he saw the people that Rasa brought.

Gaara and his two siblings need no further introduction.

However, he was somewhat concerned because the others all had some trace of the cursed spirits on them.

He didn't think the Sand Village would join forces with the Cursed Spirits at this point, unless they were crazy.

However, it is not impossible for a cursed spirit to be mixed in with the Sand Village's forces.

Moreover, the Kazekage's ambiguous attitude at the moment makes it really unclear what their purpose is in coming to Konoha.

Of course, apart from him, probably no one would have imagined that Sunagakure would dare to attack Konoha during the Chunin Exams.

In addition, Shinji has been trying to find Orochimaru's whereabouts.

For this joint Chunin Exam, teams from villages like Otogakure (Village of Sound in the Land of Rice Fields), Kusagakure (Village of Grass in the Land of Grass), Amegakure (Village of Rain in the Land of Rain), and Takigakure (Village of Waterfall in the Land of Waterfall) have all been sent.

The total number of participants in the Chunin Exams was 170.

If Orochimaru really didn't die and came, it would be really difficult to find the person Orochimaru was impersonating among so many people.

After the facade was completed, the people from Sunagakure were placed in a residence in the eastern part of Kirigakure.

After checking the surroundings, Maki returned to report, "Lord Kazekage, I've checked, and there's no one watching us."

Rasa nodded, not surprised. Their arrival in Konoha on behalf of Sunagakure already showed immense 'goodwill' and 'sincerity.' If the Hokage dared to send someone to monitor them, it would be nothing short of a provocation.

And all of this was within their expectations.

"What about Kirigakure?"

"There's been no movement at all; they're probably still focused on preparing for the upcoming joint Chunin Exams."

Rasa took off his straw hat and smiled disdainfully. "The Hidden Mist Village has long since declined. Some are dead, some have fled. Not long ago, it was almost wiped out by a group of cursed spirits. It is truly a disgrace to humanity. I think the Hidden Mist Village should be removed from the list of the Five Great Ninja Villages."

Maki offered a word of advice: "The Hidden Mist Village is no threat at the moment, but to prevent them from causing trouble, perhaps we should try to win them over first. After we have completely defeated Konoha, it will be easy to turn around and annex the Hidden Mist Village."

Rasa frowned. "Is this really necessary? You saw it today. The once mighty Kirigakure only brought 12 brats to the Chunin Exams, not even as many as small ninja villages like Amegakure and Kusagakure. The only one we need to be wary of is that woman, Mei Terumi. If she's sensible, we can let her live a little longer. Otherwise, after we take down that old bastard Hokage, she'll be next!"

"Although Kirigakure has declined, it is still a force to be reckoned with. If Kirigakure chooses to side with Konoha, it will definitely add more variables and be detrimental to our plans. According to our intelligence, the Fifth Mizukage possesses two different bloodline limits, Lava Release and Boil Release, and his strength should not be underestimated. Moreover, his bodyguard is the legendary super genius Hozuki Mangetsu, who can skillfully wield all seven ninja swords. This is also a troublesome point."

Maki accurately analyzed the pros and cons for Rosa based on the intelligence, but he overlooked one point.

That's the seemingly harmless advisor beside the Mizukage.

As for Hidan and Tobi, they stayed inside and didn't go out, so he didn't see them. He only knew that there were a few people based on intelligence, but he didn't take it to heart at all, just like he and Rasa didn't mention the 12 genin who came to participate in the Chunin Exams.

Why bring up someone who poses no threat at all?

Luo Sha thought about it and decided it didn't really matter. But since Maki had said so and it made some sense, he decided to do it.

"Since you think Kirigakure is worth pursuing, then go for it boldly. But be careful not to reveal our true objective before the Mizukage has clearly sided with us. Otherwise, if Konoha becomes prepared, it will be a huge problem."

Maki nodded. Even if Rasa hadn't said these words, he understood them in his heart and would definitely handle them neatly and efficiently, leaving no loose ends and arousing Konoha's suspicion.

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