"...W-We are deeply sorry!"
"Angel-sama... w-we were too shallow! Please forgive us!"
After hearing Konan's words, a young man from Amegakure immediately lowered his head in panic and quickly apologized to Konan.
He was the one who had just shown a very skeptical expression.
That was why he understood Konan's words.
Seeing this, the others naturally reacted quickly and hurriedly lowered their heads one after another.
"S-Sorry... Angel-sama!"
"We are so sorry!!!"
They all kept their heads low, their attitude of admitting fault very sincere.
Although they were astonished by Konan's words about Kyo's strength being great, they would no longer doubt it.
After all, from childhood, the education they received in Amegakure gave them no reason to question the Angel-sama.
Since the Angel-sama now said that Kyo was strong, then he was strong.
No need to hesitate.
And at this moment, seeing them like this, Konan's serious expression softened slightly.
Then, after a moment of silence,
She turned her head slightly to look at Kyo, lowering her eyes, and said:
"In past Joint Chunin Exams, there have always been some dangers."
"Generally speaking, there are situations where Shinobi from different villages confront each other, even fight and kill."
"And these children of Amegakure, although they have undergone rigorous training and possess considerable strength,"
"However..."
"Compared to Shinobi from other villages who have secret techniques or Kekkei Genkai, they might not have an advantage."
Having said this, Konan raised her eyes to look at Kyo and said seriously:
"Kyo,"
"This time, if you discover any particularly strong participants during the Chunin Exams, I hope you will remember to warn them in advance."
"Tell them... absolutely do not engage in battle with them."
"At the very least, do not let them go to their deaths."
Towards the end, Konan's gaze seemed to flicker slightly, but her tone was firm.
Hearing this, Kyo raised an eyebrow, then smiled and said:
"Don't worry, Konan."
"I can still judge whether someone is dangerous or not."
"As long as they don't actively seek death, I can assure you they will all return safely."
Kyo said with a smile.
He was just beginning to realize that Konan, who had always seemed unsmiling,
In front of these children, could truly be like an angel.
And at this moment,
Hearing Kyo's words,
Konan immediately felt reassured.
A faint, almost imperceptible smile suddenly appeared on her face as she said softly:
"Then... I'll leave it to you."
"..."
The two spoke very calmly.
And at this moment, the Amegakure's Genin watching from the side, upon seeing the smile on Konan's face, were all stunned.
Then, one after another, they showed excited expressions!
'So... this is what the Angel-sama looks like when she smiles?!'
'S-So beautiful!'
They had hardly ever seen the usually serious Konan make such an expression before.
However, just a moment later,
She quickly regained her composure, looked over with an unwavering gaze, and said blandly:
"This Chunin Exam is no child's play."
"It is a dangerous journey that could very well involve life and death."
"Therefore, I cannot let all of you go."
"So next, Kyo will select a few to participate in the exam."
"Now, you can do your best to show him your respective strengths here."
"The final decision rests with him."
"...?!"
Hearing this, all the young boys and girls below were shocked.
'We had to demonstrate our strength here and be selected by Kyo to have the chance to go?!'
Everyone immediately began to roll up their sleeves eagerly.
Although Konan said this Chunin Exam might be dangerous, they still wanted to try.
After all, becoming a Chunin was completely different from being a Genin!
But just then,
Kyo beside him suddenly raised an eyebrow slightly and spoke to Konan, puzzled:
"Hmm?"
"Konan... as I recall, Amegakure's Genin shouldn't be limited to just these children from the Academy, right?"
"What about those lower-ranked Shinobi formerly under Hanzo's command?"
"Didn't you call them?"
Kyo asked in surprise.
After all, he clearly remembered that in the original work,
Among the Amegakure's Shinobi who participated in this Konoha's Joint Chunin Exams, there were several who looked like young lower-ranked Amegakure's Shinobi.
And some of them even clashed with Gaara.
As a result, they were instantly killed by Gaara using Sand Burial at that time.
Kyo remembered this vividly.
But now, this group of Academy's boys and girls clearly did not match the ones in Kyo's memory.
"..."
And at this moment, hearing Kyo's words,
Konan showed no surprise, simply speaking with a calm gaze:
"Originally, I planned to summon them and have them be responsible for investigating the Jinchuriki's intelligence during this exam."
"But now that you intend to go personally, Kyo, they are naturally not needed."
"Therefore, I temporarily decided to change the selection to these children, hoping they can use this opportunity to see the world."
"After all, they do not belong to Akatsuki."
"They are the true future of this Amegakure."
Konan spoke calmly, her eyes lowered.
Her logic was clear.
After hearing this, Kyo understood and nodded in his heart.
'Indeed, Konan, as someone born in Amegakure, having a special affection for this land was only normal.'
Thinking this, Kyo looked at the Academy's students ahead and said blandly:
"Start demonstrating one by one."
As his words faded, the young boys and girls all focused their minds and replied in unison respectfully:
"Yes!!"
Although their voices were in unison and powerful,
In reality, some were clearly full of worry and anxiety, seeming very nervous.
While others were confident, full of self-assurance, eager to begin immediately.
...
A moment later,
They had all demonstrated their skills.
Nothing more than techniques like "Ninja Art: Rain Needles," "Water Release: Black Rain Technique," "Water Release: Water Chaos Wave," and so on.
After watching, Kyo's heart not only remained calm, but he even felt a bit speechless.
'The flashiness was there, but with this kind of power, how could they compete with Konoha, Suna, or Orochimaru's Otogakure?'
'Not to mention that during this Chunin Exam, there would be so many overpowered individuals.'
Thinking this,
Kyo couldn't help but smile helplessly.
'Ah, well.'
'No need to dwell on it too much.'
'I was going there to be a slacker anyway, not expecting these few to actually pass the exam and become Chunin.'
Thinking this, Kyo casually nodded his head.
"Not bad."
As his words faded, Konan's eyes flickered slightly.
'Hmm? Not bad?'
'What kind of evaluation was that...'
However, before she could think further,
Kyo suddenly raised his hand and directly pointed out three Genin from the crowd who had used their techniques most proficiently.
It happened to be the standard combination of two boys and one girl.
"Hmm, just you three."
Kyo's gaze swept across their faces, then he said calmly.
As his words faded,
The three immediately showed extremely excited expressions, hurriedly lowering their heads and speaking in unison:
"Th-Thank you for your approval, Kyo-sensei!!"
And at this moment,
The other students who were not chosen naturally felt some disappointment.
However, they wouldn't be jealous.
After all, they were all classmates, and everyone knew that the three Kyo had just selected were precisely the ones who used their techniques most skillfully.
It was only reasonable they were chosen.
And at this moment,
Konan beside him moved her gaze slightly and asked in surprise:
"Kyo, only three are needed...?"
"Hmm, that's enough."
Kyo nodded, then smiled as he looked over and said:
"Having more people might actually create openings."
"After all, the real stars of this Chunin Exam are Sunagakure and Konoha."
"No need to steal their spotlight."
"..."
Hearing this, Konan gently nodded and said:
"That's true."
"Alright... just these three, then."
Saying this, she turned to look at the three chosen students and said blandly:
"Konoha's letter said the Chunin Exam will officially begin in ten days, and the location is, naturally, Konoha Village."
"So you can depart in seven days."
"Make good preparations during this time."
"Yes!"
...
After explaining some matters,
Konan left directly with the other unselected children.
In this training hall, only Kyo and the three chosen students remained.
Before leaving,
She specifically told them to ask Kyo if they had any questions.
But just at that moment,
The young Kunoichi among the three curiously raised her head.
Looking at Kyo, she asked very cautiously:
"K-Kyo-sensei..."
"Angel-sama just said your strength is at the very highest level in the entire Shinobi World..."
"May I ask... what kind of Ninjutsu do you use?"
The girl asked curiously.
However,
Hearing this, Kyo raised an eyebrow slightly, glanced at them, and casually said:
"I use Improvised Release Ninjutsu."
"Bring your hands together, and whatever you shout, that's what comes. Ever heard of it?"
"...Huh?"
As his words faded, the three Genin were instantly dumbfounded.
'Huh???'
'Improvised Release...?'
'You just need to bring your hands together, no hand seals required?'
'It sounds,'
'Pretty amazing...'