The Byakugan Princess of Konoha

No wonder there wasn't a single person to come to his aid when Hayate Gekko was killed in the original story; it turns out he offended the Third Hokage here.

Look at Red Bean, she and Moonlight Gale are both examiners, and in terms of the current plot development, they are both considered extras.

But they've already lived to see the second season, Boruto.

What about you? You didn't even make it past the Chunin Exams!

Sure enough, those who interrupt their superiors never end well; flattery is the only way out.

Looking like a sickly person, Moonlight Hayate said weakly, "Hello everyone, my name is Moonlight Hayate. Before the third... cough cough... exam, you all need to participate in this preliminary selection, which will determine whether you are qualified to participate in the third exam!"

As she spoke, Hayate Gekko glanced at Hinata curiously. Why didn't you interrupt me?

Many people were dissatisfied with these rules, but Hayate Gekko explained, "The first two rounds of the exam were too easy. As the Hokage has said before, many VIPs will be present to watch the third exam. Time is limited, so we can't delay."

"If you feel unwell, or if you do not wish to take the exam after hearing my explanation, please raise your hand as soon as possible!"

"If not, we'll start the qualifiers."

Unlike the original story, this preliminary round consists of two matches, with eight people ultimately advancing to the third exam.

"I quit……"

"I'm quitting too!"

Hinata looked around and saw that with so many people, there were also many who lacked determination or felt they were not strong enough, and quite a few people had given up.

Kabuto Yakushi noticed this as well, thinking, "If so many people quit together, I won't attract too much attention."

Kabuto Yakushi raised his hand and said, "I'm quitting!"

Naruto roared in frustration, "Kabuto-senpai, why did you do this? Why!"

Yakushi Kabuto: MMP.

Kabuto gave an awkward but polite smile and said calmly, "I'm sorry, Naruto... I'm already covered in wounds and can't continue with you."

On the high platform, the Third Hokage and Anko exchanged a few words, discussing information about Kabuto Yakushi...

In the end, only 32 people remained. Moonlight Gale announced the rules of the exam, and the list of the two people to be matched in the first battle was displayed on the big screen.

"Uchiha Sasuke VS Akado Armor!"

Hayate Gekko announced, "Please, Sasuke Uchiha and Akado Yoro, come forward. Everyone else, except for the contestants, please go up there."

Hinata and Naruto followed Kakashi to the surrounding stands, and Guy also came over with his students.

Guy glanced at Kakashi and said smugly, "Kakashi, your group is pretty lucky! But... things won't be so smooth from here on out, because my disciple is there."

"Who says the next stage is all about ability? Ah, youth! It's so bittersweet, so demanding..."

Kakashi looked at Guy with a blank expression: "Huh, are you talking to me?"

Ah Kai was moved to tears.

Hinata looked at Guy curiously and asked doubtfully, "Guy-sensei, are you Kakashi-sensei's lifelong rival?"

"Oh?" Guy struck a pose, beaming with pride, "Didn't expect even Kakashi's student to recognize me?"

Hinata gave a thumbs-up and nodded, then changed the subject, saying, "Of course! But... Guy-sensei, I think Kakashi-sensei has one advantage that you can't compare to!"

Hinata compared Kakashi and Guy, and Hinata couldn't stand Guy looking down on Kakashi.

Guy took out his notebook and asked seriously, "Does Kakashi have any secret techniques that I don't know about?"

Kakashi also looked at Hinata with some doubt. Had Hinata changed her personality today? Would she praise people now?

Hinata said seriously, "Kakashi-sensei has the Sharingan, so his judgment in choosing disciples is better than yours!"

Kakashi: So he was just praising himself indirectly!

Guy glanced at Kakashi's left eye under his mask and nodded in approval. The Sharingan was indeed very powerful!

He's really stubborn; the important part comes later!

Hinata leaned against the railing in the stands, watching the match below.

The outcome of the battle off the field was not in any suspense.

Without the Heavenly Curse Seal interfering with him, Sasuke could use his Sharingan freely. Although the Red Copper Armor's ninjutsu was somewhat troublesome, his taijutsu was no match for Sasuke's.

In no time at all, the copper-clad warrior was knocked down.

Hinata glanced around and noticed that the Jonin instructor from the Sound Village was spying on her.

The two looked at each other, and the Jonin instructor nodded slightly in acknowledgment.

Hinata grinned mischievously, stuck out her tongue, and licked her lips. "Little snake, I've found you."

Orochimaru: "..."

Although I can't beat Orochimaru yet, it still feels pretty good to openly tease him.

I'm so angry I'll hurt your liver, but you can't do anything about it.

Chapter Seventy-Three: The New Function of the Little Tongue

Orochimaru felt defeated; in some ways, he felt he was far from being Hinata's match.

However, Orochimaru was also very curious about how Hinata had discovered him.

Orochimaru did not use a regular transformation technique, but rather a face-erasing technique.

The art of face-copying allows one to claim another's appearance as their own. Because it uses a real person's face, it is flawless, and even the white eye cannot detect it.

So Orochimaru was genuinely curious about how Hinata had discovered his weakness.

And what about that encounter in the Forest of Death? Has Hinata already discovered his identity?

Otherwise, why would Hinata, who possesses the strength of a Jonin, run so fast?

"How interesting!"

Orochimaru couldn't help but stick out his tongue in excitement, but this time it wasn't long enough to lick his nose.

Hinata imitated Orochimaru sticking out her tongue: "Lelalal..."

Orochimaru: "..."

Sasuke walked onto the stands with a relaxed expression, and Hinata said with a faint smile, "Congratulations. If you win one more match, you can enter the third exam."

Sasuke scoffed, "You and Naruto need to work harder too. I'd love to spar with you two."

Wow! You've already gotten cocky after just one win?

Then, the second match continued.

Due to the difference in the number of participants, the order of the battles also differs from the original story.

However, these matches are not randomly arranged, but rather arranged after certain considerations.

The weak, and even some minor characters, will be given very strong opponents.

After all, there will be many VIPs watching the third match, and Konoha won't let these people go on stage and lose face for no reason.

Of course, there are always exceptions. People like Xiao Li, who have hidden killer moves but don't usually show them, are easily overlooked by the village's higher-ups.

After several matches, it was finally Hinata's turn to play.

New text appeared on the screen.

"Hinata Hyuga VS Extra A!"

Hinata glanced smugly at the Third Hokage. Sure enough, flattery had its benefits; her first opponent was a weakling.

Great arrangement, thumbs up!

Hinata vaulted over the railing and jumped off the field, her steps so light that she made almost no sound.

This one move alone is enough to make people think more highly of Hinata.

But there are always some people with poor vision who insist on overestimating their abilities.

For example, this minor Sand Ninja on the other side jumped down with a 'bang' and looked at Hinata mockingly, "What! Your opponent is actually a little girl... Hey! I advise you to quickly admit defeat and surrender. This kind of battle is not suitable for a cute little girl like you!"

Hinata gently fiddled with her fingers, tilted her head slightly, and said shyly, "Do you also think I'm cute?"

Everyone: "..."

"Ahem!" Moonlight Gale coughed lightly and said calmly, "Sixth match, Hinata Hyuga versus extra A, the match begins!"

As soon as she finished speaking, Hinata gathered chakra in her hands at her waist and then unleashed a powerful attack!

"Eight Trigrams - Mountain-Shattering Strike!"

'Boom!'

Not to mention Sand Village's minor character A, even the wall behind him was blasted with a huge hole.

The scene... was a bit bloody...

"very scary!"

Hinata, in a serious manner, imitated her character from the original story, with a weak expression, a shy look on her face, and even took two steps back with her head down, seemingly genuinely frightened by the bloody scene before her.

Hinata hadn't forgotten the plan she had made during the first exam.

You need to keep a low profile and give people a harmless feeling.

Hinata's personality in the original work is perfectly applicable to the present.

Hinata felt a little smug. Now no one would think I was powerful or a threat!

If you encounter me on the field next time, please go easy on me!

Just like this minor character A from Sand Village, showing tenderness and compassion is what a man should do.

As the saying goes, "To die beneath a peony is to die a romantic death."

This extra A personally praised Hinata as cute... He must have been quite the ladies' man after he died!

Many people envy this.

Hayate Gekko announced, "This... no need for confirmation anymore, the winner is Hinata Hyuga!"