The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

He was already eager to show his talent on such a big stage.

Even Sasuke, who was standing to the side, was somewhat excited.

To revive the Uchiha clan, it is essential to restore their reputation in the ninja world. The first battle should be against the genius of the Hyuga clan, the top student of the previous generation, who is one of the most valuable opponents for Sasuke. Defeat the previous generation's number one, and then defeat the current generation's number one.

Sasuke glanced at Neji with a fierce fighting spirit, then looked at Menma.

After all, in the past month, Sasuke had received personal instruction from Kakashi and felt that he had been reborn, so he thought he was capable again.

He also wants to prove himself on such a stage.

Lee was also watching Menma closely. Meeting Menma in the very first battle was an outcome that Lee was very happy to see.

Menma, Sasuke, Neji, and Naruto.

These are all the targets that Xiao Li is determined to prove himself and wants to defeat.

As for Gaara and his two companions, who harbored ulterior motives, not one of them had their mind on the Chunin Exams.

On the scene, the only one who was genuinely nervous and worried about this Chunin Exam was Sakura Haruno.

She never expected that she would actually make it to the final round of the Chunin Exams.

However, she was also well aware of how much of her entry into this final round was based on luck. The first round was a written test, which had nothing to do with actual ability. The second round, the scroll competition, was supposed to be a great test of teamwork and individual skill.

Unfortunately, the unexpected nature of their Class 7 meant that Sakura didn't need to do anything special; she just unwittingly entered the third round of the main tournament.

In this single-elimination tournament, it all comes down to individual skill.

Among ten people.

Sakura knew very well that she was the weakest one, especially in such a large venue with tens of thousands of spectators watching the game. Sakura's nerves were on edge, and her subconscious glances around were the best proof of that.

"Alright, stop looking around and chatting. The competition is about to start, and it's your turn to shine on stage."

In the front row, Genma Shiranui, who had replaced the deceased Hayate Gekko as the chief examiner, held a thin senbon in his mouth, slightly raised his chin, and gestured to the two figures wearing divine robes on the highest platform. He looked at Menma and the other ten with a slightly serious tone.

Menma, Naruto, Gaara, and everyone else present focused their attention on that highest point at that moment.

A hint of mockery flickered deep within Mianma's eyes.

Gaara's eyes, however, turned icy cold.

On the left is the elderly Third Hokage of Konoha, and on the right is the Fourth Kazekage of Sunagakure in his prime.

They are two of the five most prestigious Kage in the ninja world today.

Most of the people present erupted in the loudest cheers at this moment.

Of course, I don't know about the rest.

Mianma could clearly tell that this Kazekage had already been replaced by someone else.

After all, Menma was very familiar with Orochimaru's chakra.

Under his Kagura Mind's Eye perception, it's impossible for him to make a wrong judgment.

'Luo Sha was still taken down. We've lost a high-level combatant.'

Mianma couldn't help but think to himself.

Even if Luo Sha is a complete novice, he's still a Kage-level existence.

If he could have teamed up with Orochimaru, Hiruzen Sarutobi would have died even faster. Unfortunately, for some reason, he was killed by Orochimaru.

The original work does not provide any clear answer.

But in Mianma's opinion, the most reasonable guess is that the Kazekage regretted it at the last moment.

Then Orochimaru noticed and launched an attack in order to continue controlling the Sand Ninja.

Orochimaru would naturally have no choice but to kill Rasa and take his place, which is the most reasonable guess.

And it was just as Menma was secretly speculating in his heart.

On the high platform.

After finishing his greetings with Orochimaru, who was impersonating the Fourth Kazekage, Hiruzen Sarutobi took his seat.

Hiruzen Sarutobi also stepped to the frontmost position.

The main competition is officially open!!

"Oh, oh, oh! Here it comes, here it comes!"

"It's finally starting."

"The boys of Konoha must work hard!"

"We absolutely have to win!"

"The first match, this very first match, Uchiha vs. Hyuga, I'm already getting excited."

"Charge, you little brats of Konoha!"

"It's finally starting!"

It also immediately ignited the atmosphere of the entire venue.

It reached its climax in an instant!!

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 112, the main competition begins.

Of course, this cheering was limited to the general public and the lower-level ninjas. Maki, Kakashi, Asuma, who were positioned around the venue, and Kabuto Yakushi, who was hiding in the shadows, were all on edge.

Maki, in particular, was staring intently at Gaara. As the first move in this Konoha Crush plan and the most important force in Sunagakure, Gaara absolutely could not be allowed to have any problems.

"Make sure to stick to the plan, Gaara."

Machi silently recited this in his heart.

Subconsciously, he looked up at the distant area outside Konoha Village, where the most elite ninjas of Sunagakure had gathered, waiting for the signal to launch their fiercest attack on Konoha Village's weak side.

The Jonin of Konoha had received different orders before entering the venue. Even though Konoha was still unclear about the exact plans of Sunagakure and Otogakure, the various clues from before were enough for Hiruzen Sarutobi to order everyone to be on high alert.

However, unless absolutely necessary, Hiruzen Sarutobi naturally did not want to see the worst-case scenario happen.

This is Konoha after all. Any losses could easily double or even more. As the Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi certainly hopes that everything can land safely.

But today's result is destined not to satisfy Hiruzen Sarutobi, and there is a big surprise waiting for him.

The curtain has already been slowly drawn back.

In the off-field position.

"Alright, apart from Uchiha Sasuke and Hyuga Neji who stayed after the first match, the rest of you should go back to the rest area first."

Genma Shiranui turned around, looking calmly at Menma, Gaara, and the other ten people in the seats behind him, and said in a gentle tone.

The words that fell.

The two people looked at each other.

The intense sparks that erupted were clearly visible.

Just as Sasuke was very satisfied with his first opponent.

Neji was also happy that his opponent in the first battle would be Sasuke.

Even though the Uchiha clan was almost wiped out, the name still holds immense prestige in the ninja world.

To defeat such an opponent.

Neji would naturally feel his blood boil.

The other eight people turned and walked away.

"Go for it, Sasuke! You have to beat that guy!"

"Sasuke-kun, do your best."

Naruto and Sakura were also cheering on their teammates.

Menma glanced at Sasuke and Neji with a slightly strange expression, because if he had to say who among the Konoha Twelve from the original work was most likely to become his comrade, it would only be Sasuke and Neji.

The former has already been proven in the original work.

As for the latter...

We can only say that there is the motivation and the foundation, but whether it can be carried out remains to be seen. Moreover, Neji is a member of the branch family, and the caged bird is an unavoidable problem.

"However, those are issues we can consider later. Today, we must first ensure this grand performance is done well."

Before entering that stairwell.

Menma also took one last look at Hiruzen Sarutobi on the high platform. He seemed to be starting to look forward to what was about to unfold.

The two people standing apart.

Eight people stepped forward.

"First match, Uchiha Sasuke vs. Hyuga Neji, begin!"

Genma Shiranui glanced at the platform, received the signal, and then suddenly waved his right hand, shouting loudly.

Compare it to the signal that signaled the start of war.

"boom!"

In the lower side position.

Sasuke's Sharingan activated instantly, revealing a crimson color, followed by a burst of chakra.

In the opposite seat.

Neji gave a cold laugh.

"Blind eyes!"

The bulging veins on his forehead were accompanied by the simultaneous activation of his white eyes.

An aura far exceeding that of an ordinary genin then rippled outwards.

"Oh? Sharingan!"