Konoha's Tag-System Ninja

Chapter 87: Chunin Examiner, Chidori!

Chapter 87: Chapter 87: Chunin Examiner, Chidori! [Bonus Chapter]

Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, it was July of Konoha Year 42.

Shūichi Hoshita's special training at the Root had come to an end. He removed his battle gear, took off his mask, and left the Root without any hesitation.

He didn't like this place. It was devoid of any emotion, cold and unfeeling.

"The Root's environment is just like its base, a place where sunlight never reaches, hidden in the darkness."

"The Root has indeed made many contributions to Konoha from the shadows, but unfortunately, Danzo's ambitions are too great, and he's also offended me..."

Glancing back at the entrance to the Root, Shūichi leaped away, disappearing from sight.

At the Hokage's office in the Hokage Building.

Sarutobi Hiruzen looked at Shūichi Hoshita, who had come to report, and said, "Before you officially join the Hokage's Anbu, Shūichi, I want you to complete this task first!"

As he spoke, he handed over a file. Shūichi stepped forward, took it with both hands, and after glancing at it, was a bit surprised. "Chunin Examiner?"

"Lord Third Hokage, this..."

"Is this really appropriate? I'm only nine years old."

Sarutobi Hiruzen smiled and said, "But you are already a Special Jonin of Konoha."

"For those kids, you'll also be a role model."

"Go on, I trust you!"

What else could Shūichi say? He immediately nodded. "Yes, Lord Third Hokage, I won't let you down!"

After leaving the Hokage Building with the mission, Shūichi carefully reviewed the file again and then smiled. "Kakashi should be taking the exam again this year, right?"

"This could be interesting."

"I bet the looks on Asuma Sarutobi and the others' faces when they see me will be quite something!"

...

On July 18th, Konoha Year 42, the annual Chunin Exam began once again.

Since the exam applications were submitted as teams, Kakashi, who had already been promoted to Chunin long ago, entered the exam hall again with Uchiha Obito and Nohara Rin.

Inside the exam hall, Kakashi and Nohara Rin had already taken their seats, but Rin kept looking back.

Noticing her actions, Kakashi silently sighed. "In a situation like this, is that guy going to be late again?"

"Though, even if he's not late, I doubt he'll pass the exam."

As time ticked by and the exam was about to start, a figure dashed into the exam hall.

Seeing the panting Uchiha Obito, Nohara Rin immediately smiled and breathed a sigh of relief.

Then the examiner appeared, handed out the test papers, and the exam began.

Kakashi only needed a quick glance at the paper before he started writing furiously.

This level of difficulty, even after several years, was still no problem for him.

"But that guy must be struggling right now."

Behind his mask, Kakashi couldn't help but smile.

Meanwhile, in the back of the room, Uchiha Obito was staring at the questions on the test paper, so frustrated that he almost snapped his pen in half.

"Damn it!"

"Why do ninjas need to take this kind of exam? I get the graduation exam, but I'm already a Genin now!"

"Shouldn't we be tested on Taijutsu and Ninjutsu?"

Uchiha Obito instinctively forgot about the three basic techniques he was least skilled at.

Time slowly passed, and the only sounds in the classroom were the scratch of pencils against paper and Obito's internal anguish.

Suddenly, Obito looked up and saw a certain smug individual strutting out of the exam hall.

Just as he was feeling desperate and frustrated, Obito looked down and noticed a crumpled piece of paper that had rolled to his feet.

He glanced at Rin's back in front of him, then at the examiner who wasn't paying attention, and quickly grabbed the paper, beginning to copy furiously.

Outside the exam hall, Kakashi had just stepped out when he heard a voice, "Kakashi, how does it feel to be back in the exam hall?"

Kakashi turned and saw Shūichi leaning against a lamppost, smiling at him. "Aren't you supposed to be joining the Anbu?"

Shūichi chuckled, "People aren't machines, you know. Everyone needs to rest."

"I'm at the age where I'm still growing, so working too hard wouldn't be good for my development."

Kakashi nearly rolled his eyes. In all of Konoha, who besides Guy worked harder than you?

Seeing Kakashi's speechless expression, Shūichi burst out laughing, then asked, "How's your Lightning Release coming along? Care to show me?"

Kakashi nodded, "I've made some progress."

In the next moment, both of them vanished from the spot.

At the bottom of a cliff, Shūichi watched as Kakashi drew his blade.

In the next moment, accompanied by the crackling sound of electricity resembling the chirping of a thousand birds, Kakashi's short sword burst forth with dazzling blue lightning.

Shūichi narrowed his eyes slightly and smiled. "Impressive Lightning Release chakra, Kakashi. What's this technique called?"

Kakashi replied, "Chidori Blade!"

Shūichi's smile deepened.

Thanks to his influence, the Chidori Blade technique was developed before the original Chidori.

However, both the Chidori Blade and Chidori are A-rank techniques. As for their power, that depends on the amount of chakra one can channel and the level of mastery over chakra nature transformation.

"Let's test its power!"

Shūichi didn't draw his sword. Instead, he took out a kunai, blew on it lightly, and enveloped it in a layer of white Wind Release chakra, extending it into a longer blade.

"Begin!"

In the third round, Shūichi used the technique "Fiery Lotus Steps," greatly increasing his speed and causing Kakashi to struggle.

If not for the Chidori Stream, Kakashi would have quickly lost.

The entire morning passed this way.

In the afternoon, Shūichi visited Orochimaru's lab and didn't return home until late.

Soon, on July 24th, the third stage of the Chunin Exam began.

In the indoor arena, as Shūichi entered, Might Guy, Kakashi, Obito, Sarutobi Asuma, Kurenai Yuhi, Nohara Rin, and others quickly gathered around him.

Might Guy shouted, "Shūichi, you're definitely here to cheer me on!"

Shūichi smiled and nodded. "Of course, Guy!"

"I'm sure you'll get promoted."

If not, then it just means you haven't worked hard enough!

As he chatted with the others, Shūichi quickly noticed a few other figures.

Yamashiro Aoba, Raidō Namiashi...

They were all older than him.

Last time Shūichi took the Chunin Exam, he hadn't seen them.

Even Guy's teammate, Genma Shiranui, was actually older than both Shūichi and Kakashi.

At that moment, a bell rang, and the electronic display started rolling the names of the Genin participating in the exam.

"It's starting!"

"Finally, it's starting. I can't wait!"

...

The once noisy arena gradually fell silent.

Shūichi used the Body Flicker Technique to leave the stands where Kakashi and the others were sitting and appeared in the center of the arena.

Then, in a loud and clear voice, he announced, under the astonished, shocked, and stunned gazes of his friends like Guy and Kakashi, "I am Special Jonin Shūichi Hoshita, the proctor for the third stage of the Chunin Exam."

Gulp!

Uchiha Obito swallowed hard, finding it difficult to believe. "How is this possible?"

"Shūichi... When did he become a Special Jonin?"

Might Guy, equally bewildered, scratched his head in confusion. He didn't know about this either, but then he smiled and said, "With Shūichi's strength, it's only natural for him to become a Special Jonin, right?"

"Don't you agree, Kakashi?"

As he spoke, Might Guy became fired up with enthusiasm. "As expected of my lifelong rival! It seems I need to work even harder from now on!"

Many others shared Uchiha Obito's disbelief.

"This is unbelievable!"

"A Special Jonin at such a young age!"

"Shūichi-kun is only 9 years old, right? He must be the youngest Special Jonin in Konoha's history!"

...

The previously quiet exam hall buzzed with discussion once more.

Shūichi was very pleased with his dramatic entrance, but he maintained a stern expression as he shouted, "Silence!"

Instantly, the hall fell silent again.

Shūichi glanced at the electronic screen and announced, "Uchiha Obito, Might Guy, step forward!"

From the stands, Might Guy and Uchiha Obito leaped down and stood before Shūichi.

Uchiha Obito looked at Might Guy across from him, made a thumbs-down gesture, and said confidently, "Guy, I'm going to settle the score with you from last time."

Might Guy looked puzzled, rubbing his chin as he asked, "Last time?"

Uchiha Obito nearly stumbled, his inner frustration boiling: This guy! It was just a few days ago, and he doesn't even remember!

In their last team battle, Obito had choked on a lollipop given to him by an elderly woman and was unable to perform the Fireball Jutsu in time, leading to him getting knocked out by a single kick from Guy. Today, he was determined to redeem himself.

Watching these two clowns, Shūichi barely managed to maintain his composure as a proctor without laughing.

Just then, a voice called out from the stands. "Obito, do your best!"

Uchiha Obito froze and turned to see Nohara Rin waving her arms, cheering for him. His face immediately flushed red, and a smile spread across it.

Seeing this, Shūichi couldn't help but think, "Who could resist such a sweet and gentle voice?"

Obito clenched his fist and shouted back, "Rin, watch me!"

Shūichi kindly reminded him, "Obito, focus and get ready!"

Obito quickly turned back to face Guy.

Shūichi raised the red flag in his hand and then brought it down. "Begin!"

Obito immediately jumped back and started forming hand seals, but before he could finish, Might Guy had already leaped into the air, delivering a powerful kick.

Thud!

Obito took the full force of the kick, sending his goggles flying and leaving him sprawled on the ground, snot and drool everywhere.

(End of Chapter)

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