Cos Wuzan, was stabbed ten times by Heize at the beginning

This time, although Neji's father did not die because of the main family, Neji was very dissatisfied with the Hyuga clan's branch family and main family system under the influence of Rei Amamiya.

However, Neji's dissatisfaction will not affect the innocent Hinata.

Regardless, Hinata is Neji's younger sister.

"Hyuga Neji? That child is Amamiya-sama's disciple, isn't he!"

"Yes! I heard he's the son of the head of a branch family of the Hyuga clan!"

"I heard he's a genius!"

"..."

Neji could hear the constant chatter of Konoha ninjas.

He looked at Hinata in front of him. Compared to Neji's composure, Hinata seemed somewhat nervous.

The battle ended as soon as it began.

Hinata is no match for Neji even with the Gentle Fist of the Hyuga clan alone, not to mention that Neji has many more techniques he hasn't used yet.

His two fingers stopped at Hinata's throat.

Hinata voluntarily admitted defeat.

She knew from the very beginning of the battle that she was no match for Neji.

"Amazing!"

Naruto covered his head; did he defeat Hinata in just one move?

Why is Neji so much stronger than his sister, who is also her disciple?

Naruto grinned.

Hayate Gekko announced the results, and Neji instinctively looked towards the teacher's seat.

Rei Amamiya smiled and nodded at him in affirmation.

Neji's lips curled up, and his eyes gleamed slightly.

Very good!

He did not disappoint his teacher!

He will definitely win the final!

A resolute glint flashed in Neji's eyes.

After Neji's match ended, it was time for Rock Lee and Gaara to battle.

Rei Amamiya and Muzan became slightly interested.

Even though I'd already seen it once, seeing it live still felt different.

The time Gaara and Rock Lee spent fighting was almost the total time of all the other genin battles combined.

The battle was exciting, but the ending remained the same.

Lee was carried away on a stretcher by the medical ninjas.

Naruto looked in the direction Rock Lee had left and muttered, "I didn't expect the guy with the bowl cut to be so strong. He'll be alright, right?"

Naruto's gaze fell on Muzan.

Muzan glanced at Naruto and shook his head: "No."

He hasn't even tasted Lee's chakra yet!

Naruto didn't know why, but after hearing Muzan say that, he immediately felt relieved.

In the next match, Nara Shikamaru faced Akimichi Choji. Akimichi Choji forfeited, and Nara Shikamaru won.

Tenten vs. Temari, Temari wins.

Sakura Haruno vs. Ino Yamanaka, Sakura Haruno wins.

Aburame Shino received a bye and was fortunate enough to advance to the third exam.

The preliminary rounds have ended, and the genin who passed the preliminary rounds stand on the training ground.

Rei Amamiya looked at the genin in front of him and said, "The third exam will be held in a month. Be prepared. Daimyo and ninja leaders from various countries will also be entering Konoha during this period."

Rei Amamiya looked at Anko, who appeared carrying a cardboard box.

"Next, you will draw lots to choose your opponents and the order of the third exam. The remaining ball belongs to Uchiha Sasuke."

Red Bean appeared in front of the genin one by one, carrying a cardboard box.

The results of the draw came out quickly.

The first match was between Naruto Uzumaki and Neji Hyuga.

The second match was between Kibutsuji Muzan and Kankuro.

Muzan waved the small ball in his hand at Kankuro. The ball in his hand had the number 2 written on it, exactly the same as Kankuro's.

Kankuro's face darkened.

The third match was between Uchiha Sasuke and Gaara.

The fourth match was between Nara Shikamaru and Temari.

The fifth match was between Sakura Haruno and Shino Aburame.

Rei Amamiya continued:

"The evaluation criteria for the third exam are different from those for the preliminary rounds. Winning or losing will not affect your eligibility to be promoted to Chunin. What is more important than winning or losing is your performance on the field."

"If you perform well enough on the field, even if you lose, you may still become a Chunin."

"For the next month, please prepare well for the competition and shine in the third exam!"

After saying that, Rei Amamiya disappeared from the spot.

The Jonin all left the training ground.

Sakura touched her head, feeling a little unreal.

Did she actually beat Ino and advance to the third exam?

Sakura knew that she had been able to get this much help from Muzan's guidance.

"Muzan, I'll treat you to barbecue!"

Muzan nodded: "Okay!"

This child is teachable!

Naruto grinned and leaned in, saying, "I want some too!"

Sakura nodded reluctantly.

Who can blame her for being in a good mood today?

After the three finished their barbecue, they went to the hospital to visit Sasuke.

Meanwhile, in the Hokage's office.

Kakashi told Hiruzen Sarutobi and Rei Amamiya about being attacked by Kabuto Yakushi at the hospital.

"He should have already defected and left Konoha."

Kakashi glanced at Rei Amamiya's expression.

Rei Amamiya frowned slightly: "Did he appear in Sasuke's hospital room because of Orochimaru?"

Kakashi paused, then nodded: "Possibly."

Hiruzen Sarutobi's expression turned serious as he addressed the Anbu ninja behind him: "Strengthen the entire village's security. Report any sightings of Kabuto Yakushi and Orochimaru immediately."

"Yes."

The shadowy figure of the ANBU ninja disappeared from the Hokage's office.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Rei Amamiya beside him: "Rei, you've worked hard these past few days. Leave the third exam to me."

Orochimaru could appear at any time, and it's up to him to end the mistakes he made.

Chapter 423 You said it yourself!!!

hospital.

Sakura, holding a bouquet of flowers, walked to the hospital reception desk and asked about Sasuke and Lee's room.

Muzan and Naruto stood behind her, waiting for the outcome.

Having just enjoyed a hearty meal, Muzan was in a good mood.

After receiving their room number, they headed towards the stairs.

"I hope Sasuke and Lee are both alright."

Sakura looked at the flowers in her arms and said with a worried expression.

Naruto, unaware of the existence of the cursed seal, scratched the back of his head and said with a relaxed smile, "Sasuke is definitely fine."

Muzan stopped at the door of Sasuke's hospital room, pushed the door open and went inside. The room was empty.

"Ok?"

Naruto looked at the empty hospital room. "Where's Sasuke?"

"Sasuke!"

Sakura immediately tensed up.

Footsteps came from behind. Honma Mei looked at the three genin in front of her, her gaze falling on Muzan's face.

They really do look alike...

With a sigh in her heart, Honma Mei asked, "Are you here to see Uchiha Sasuke?"

Naruto and the others immediately turned to look at Honma Mei, and Naruto immediately recognized the aunt in front of him.

When the Uchiha clan was wiped out, and Sasuke was in the hospital, it was this aunt who brought him and his sister to find Sasuke.

"Uh-huh!"

Naruto nodded and asked, "Why isn't Sasuke in his hospital room?"

A hint of surprise flashed in Honma Mei's eyes: "It seems Kakashi didn't tell you."

"Is it related to Kakashi-sensei?"

Hearing the familiar name, Sakura felt a little relieved.

Mei Honma nodded and told Sakura and the others the whole story: "Sasuke woke up soon after being left in the hospital. After waking up, Kakashi took Sasuke away, saying that he was going to give Sasuke a month of special training."

Naruto: "...Kakashi-sensei is really something, he didn't even tell us about something this big."

Muzan looked at Naruto, then at Sakura, who was beside him, who breathed a sigh of relief.

I always felt that these words should have come from Sakura's mouth.

"Then let's go see Xiao Li."

Sakura, holding the flowers, made the suggestion to Muzan and Naruto.

"it is good."

Naruto still admires that guy with the thick eyebrows.

On the way to Lee's hospital room, Naruto suddenly cried out, "Something's not right!"

Sakura and Muzan stopped in their tracks, looking at the startled Naruto.

"Kakashi-sensei is giving Sasuke special training, so what about us?"

Naruto looked indignant.

Sakura was taken aback. She pursed her lips slightly and looked at Muzan. Just as she was about to speak, she suddenly remembered something and shut her mouth.

"My sister is too busy, she definitely doesn't have time to guide me! That Hyuga Neji is so strong, how am I supposed to deal with him!"

Naruto scratched his head and pouted.