Chapter 153
"I guess that must be a special insect, one that allows other insects to target it and continuously attack. This way, you can naturally remain undefeated."
"Precisely because I saw through this, I used a Shadow Clone to lure you, causing your Parasitic Destruction Insect to land on the Shadow Clone. No matter how relentlessly you pursued it, you would only be eliminating a Shadow Clone."
Shino Aburame was even more shocked: "But how did you see through my tactics?"
"It was just a single Parasitic Destruction Insect, barely visible to the naked eye, let alone a tiny Parasitic Destruction Insect separated within a thick fog-like swarm of insects?!"
The scarlet color in Sasuke's eyes flashed and disappeared.
He said proudly: "Kikaichū that are difficult to see with the naked eye can be seen clearly with the perception of these Sharingan!"
"Not to mention, Kikaichū that feed on Chakranaturally carry the color of Chakra, and my Sharingan can certainly perceive it!"
Shino Aburame was silent for a moment, then could only sigh.
"Indeed, I lost."
"The Sharingan is truly formidable…"
Immediately, the entire arena erupted in an uproar!
Kurenai Yuhi exclaimed in shock: "The Sharingan's ocular power?"
"Kakashi, although Sasuke is from the Uchiha Clan, for him to have such perception at such a young age is truly extraordinary… It seems you've taught him a lot…"
Kakashi smiled slightly: "Well, it's more accurate to say it's mostly his own effort."
Naruto also exclaimed: "Sasuke, that guy, his Sharingan is so much stronger than before…"
"Kakashi-sensei, it's definitely your doing!"
Hinata also breathed a sigh of relief: "That's, that's great…"
Inuzuka Kiba frowned: "Shino actually lost. Is that Uchiha Sasuke really that strong?!"
"Damn it…"
Sakura smiled: "Of course! After all, it's Sasuke-kun!"
"However, it's truly a shame that Shino lost…"
"One can only say he had bad luck, running into Sasuke-kun."
Hiruzen Sarutobi, along with others, applauded the exciting match.
"Kazekage-sama, what do you think of this battle?"
Kazekage Rasa's eyes gleamed, and his breathing seemed to become a bit heavier.
He nodded: "Uchiha Sasuke…"
"Excellent!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi, though a little surprised by his fervor, still subtly nodded without showing any emotion.
Shiranui Genma announced: "The winner is Uchiha Sasuke!"
Immediately, applause thundered.
Sasuke paid it no mind, walking down with his hands in his pockets.
Naruto clapped him on the shoulder and laughed loudly.
"You bastard Sasuke, you scared me to death! I thought you were going to lose!"
Sasuke snorted: "That's impossible."
"And, take your hand off me."
Naruto was unconcerned: "Oh, I'm just happy for you! You're truly a member of Team 7, truly a comrade of me, Uzumaki Naruto!"
Hinata also smiled gently: "Congratulations, Sasuke."
"Hm."
Sasuke couldn't bring himself to be harsh with Hinata.
After all, the two had little interaction, and Hinatahad helped him during the tree climbing training.
Because of this, Hinata became a buffer and a bond between Naruto and Sasuke.
But just then.
Shiranui Genma announced loudly.
"The next match will be between…"
"Hyuga Hinata!"
"Versus…"
"Gaara!"
In an instant, the entire arena fell silent.
Naruto was even more stunned: "Hinata's opponent is…"
"That monster Gaara?!"
Naruto immediately became extremely worried.
Hinata was also startled: "Is, is it that monster?"
Naruto quickly said: "Hinata, you… you… you must be careful!"
"If it's too much, just forfeit immediately!"
"Ah, ah, or just forfeit directly!"
Hinata smiled slightly: "Naruto-kun, I know you're worried about me, and I… I'm very happy!"
"However, this is my battle. Whether I win or lose, I will never run away."
She waved to Naruto and immediately prepared for the upcoming battle.
Naruto looked at her retreating figure, and a feeling of emptiness suddenly arose in his heart… "Hinata!"
Hearing Naruto's call, Hinata turned back with a smile, revealing a gentle determination.
"I'm going, Naruto-kun."
Chapter 125: Naruto-kun! Please watch me! Hinata's Resolve!!!
"Is Hinata… the eldest daughter of the Hyuga Clan?"
"I heard she's already been abandoned by the Hyuga Clan Head…"
"However, her strength seems quite good, after all, she's a member of Team 7…"
"So what?!"
"Her opponent is the monster from Hidden Sand Village!"
"That Gaara is the Kazekage-sama's biological son, and sealed within him is a monster named Shukaku, a terrifying entity capable of killing all the Anbu sent to assassinate him!"
"In Hidden Sand Village, Gaara is synonymous with monster!"
"His terrifying strength is definitely not something a Genin can contend with!"
In an instant, the entire arena buzzed with fear and awe for Gaara, and worry for Hyuga Hinata.
Hiruzen Sarutobi also frowned.
"Gaara? The son of Kazekage-sama, and the One-Tail Jinchuriki of Hidden Sand Village…"
"Kazekage-sama, this will be a truly anticipated battle."
However, Kazekage Rasa merely snorted coldly, unfazed.
Hiruzen Sarutobi recalled the rumors that this Kazekage father only regarded Gaara as a failure, even repeatedly sending people to assassinate his own son… Now, seeing his indifferent attitude, it was likely those rumors were all true.
He sighed and shook his head.
Naruto watched Hinata walk into the arena with immense worry, his heart aching.
Sasuke, though silent, also frowned slightly.
"Hey, hey, Kakashi-sensei, what should we do?!"
"Although Hinata is strong, her opponent is that monster!"
"What if…"
Kakashi said: "Don't worry, Naruto. If a truly critical moment arises, I will personally intervene."
"As your teacher, how could I stand by and watch my student get hurt?"
Hearing Kakashi's words, Naruto somewhat relaxed, but still couldn't completely let go of his worry.
"Hinata…"
Thinking of Hinata's help to him, her shyness, her cuteness, her gentleness, her strength… scene after scene from the past flashed through Naruto's mind like a kaleidoscope.
He clenched his fists, deciding that if there was any danger, even if it meant breaking the rules of the match, he would go down and stop the fight!
Hyuga Hanabi was also extremely worried.
"Father, Big Sister… she'll be alright, won't she?!"
Hyuga Hiashi shook his head: "Don't worry, this is the Chunin Exams, and Hokage-sama and many Jonin are present. They would never allow that monster to act recklessly."
"And…"
"I am here too."
Hyuga Hanabi looked at her father, breathed a sigh of relief, and nodded heavily.
Temari and Kankuro, however, looked at Gaarawalking into the arena with complex expressions.
"Gaara…"
Naruto glared at the two: "Hey, hey, are you two worried about that monster too?!"
Temari snorted coldly: "Worried? You should be worried about that Hyuga Hinata!"
Kankuro also said: "That's right, no one can be a match for Gaara."
"One can only say that little girl is too unlucky…"
Although Naruto also thought the same, hearing it from their mouths made him furious.
"Bastards! Hinata is strong!"
"Don't think that monster can definitely defeat her!"
Temari and Kankuro were unconcerned.
"Then let's wait and see!"
…In the arena.
Facing the cold and cruel, demon-like Gaara, Hinata softly said: "Please, please guide me."
Gaara stood with his arms crossed, the heavy gourd on his back motionless. In his dark eye circles, his eyes showed no human emotion whatsoever.
The blood-red character for 'love' only added to his ferocity!
He said indifferently: "There's nothing to guide."
"In this Ninja World, if you can't prove your worth, it's better to die early."
His words were directed at Hinata, but also seemed to be a self-deprecating remark about his own past.
Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at Rasa.
But he remained unresponsive.
Shiranui Genma gave the command: "Begin the match!"