Konoha: My peaceful life was betrayed by the system.

"Alright, Choza, there's nothing to be upset about. Losing to Konan-sama isn't shameful at all," Shikaku comforted Choza from the side.

He had never seen his brother so depressed.

When Choza and Konan were fighting, Shikaku and Inoichi were both present, and everyone thought the brothers were about to dominate the battlefield.

The result was that they were completely outmatched and were eliminated before even making it past the first round.

Losing the game under the spotlight is indeed a tough blow.

Inoichi also advised, "Shikaku is right. He is the Hokage's disciple. We can't compare to him. I am the same age as Minato Namikaze, but he is already a Jonin and is even starting to strive for Elite Jonin, while I am only a Chunin."

As far as he knew, Minato Namikaze was picked up from outside the village by the Hokage, as were Konan, Yahiko, and Amado.

Only the Hokage could have taught orphans and homeless children to become geniuses who could crush their peers.

These geniuses from powerful families, supported by their entire clans, are still no match for the disciples taught by the Hokage.

Haiyi initially found it very difficult to accept, but now he has gotten used to it.

Minato Namikaze was someone he could no longer catch up with, so his original ambition was naturally extinguished.

This battle allowed Dingza to see his own strength, which was a benefit to him, as it helped him calm his restless mind.

Chapter 557 Genius and Genius

Only the Hokage could have taught orphans and homeless children to become geniuses who could crush their peers.

These geniuses from powerful families, supported by their entire clans, are still no match for the disciples taught by the Hokage.

Haiyi initially found it very difficult to accept, but now he has gotten used to it.

Minato Namikaze was someone he could no longer catch up with, so his original ambition was naturally extinguished.

This battle allowed Dingza to see his own strength, which was a benefit to him, as it helped him calm his restless mind.

After a while, Ding raised his head and smiled at his two friends.

"Actually, I wasn't too badly affected. Losing to the Hokage's disciple was inevitable, but I didn't expect it to be so easy. It really made me realize the gap between us."

He then opened his palm and showed the paper butterfly to Inoichi and Shikaku.

"It looks pretty good, doesn't it? This is the last few years of my crushing defeat. I must work hard to cultivate in the future and not be arrogant."

Seeing this, the two nodded: "Alright, since you're alright, we're relieved."

Ding also put the butterfly in his pocket and put his arms around his brother's shoulders: "Alright, alright, let's not talk about this anymore. We were supposed to be having a good time participating in the competition, but we ended up embarrassing ourselves. We'll definitely have to have a good barbecue lunch. Let's go together!"

Lu Jiu and Hai Yi exchanged a glance: "Okay, let's eat. You're paying anyway."

Ding said magnanimously, "Of course, when have I ever made you spend money?"

After saying that, the three of them left the competition venue with smiles on their faces.

At this time, Konan also met up with Yahiko and they prepared to go home for dinner.

Yahiko getting a bye this time is a good thing, as it allows him to conserve his strength for the next round of battles and gives him more time to study opponents he deems troublesome.

"Let's go home for dinner. Your teacher's wife should be able to cook, right?"

Xiao Nan smiled slightly: "If you haven't cooked, why don't you invite your master's wife to go out for a meal? I just won the competition today, so I'm very happy."

Xiao Nan was indeed in a very good mood. It was a rare opportunity, and she successfully demonstrated her abilities without disgracing her master.

Choza was already very strong among ninjas of the same age in Konoha, but Konan still defeated him with overwhelming force.

This also shows that Xiao Nan is quite strong, and thinking of this, Xiao Nan's smile became even brighter.

"Yahiko, who knows, I might just beat you in this tournament."

Konan spoke with a hint of provocation, her eyes smiling as she looked at Yahiko.

Yahiko gently tapped Konan's head with his hand: "If you want to defeat me, wait another five hundred years. You're not the only one who's improved."

Yahiko felt that Konan had really gotten arrogant. She had only won one competition, yet she thought she could surpass him.

However, this also fueled Yahiko's competitive spirit. He had to take this tournament seriously against Konan! Losing would be incredibly embarrassing.

Uncle Amado is sure to give him a good laugh.

The two walked side by side, and as they left the arena, they encountered Dingza and his two companions emerging from another passage.

Upon seeing this, Dingza immediately greeted Konan: "Konan-sama, are you going home?"

Upon hearing Ding call her "Master," Xiao Nan immediately waved her hand, "Don't call me that. I can't be called Master. We're just about to go home for lunch. I hope Master's wife has already prepared lunch."

Xiao Nan gave a friendly smile, which was just a polite gesture because she and Ding Zai had only just met.

In private, Xiao Nan is quite lively.

Inoichi and Shikaku also greeted Konan and Yahiko, as they naturally recognized Yahiko as well.

After all, although the two little ones rarely made a move in the village, they still made frequent appearances.

They also frequent the yakiniku restaurant owned by the Akimichi clan, the one run by the owner.

"Um, let's stop chatting for now, we're getting really hungry..."

Yahiko rubbed his stomach and said.

Seeing this, Ding and the others nodded repeatedly: "Okay, okay, please go ahead, we need to go eat too."

After that, the two groups parted ways and went in different directions.

After Konan and Yahiko had completely walked away, the three of them began to talk.

"Lord Konan is so serious when he's fighting, but I didn't expect him to be so gentle in private," Haiyi said with a smile.

"After all, he's only eleven years old, younger than all of us, and so is Lord Yahiko. I just don't know how strong he is, but he must be very strong too."

Shikaku nodded in agreement: "That should be right. Lord Yahiko is skilled in Water Release. Do you remember when the Hokage used the Water Whale Technique at the school training ground five years ago? It was to broaden Lord Yahiko's imagination and make it easier for him to create his own ninjutsu."

Shikaku then added, "Moreover, they are both Chunin, so their strength is definitely not that different. I feel that this time the champion will be decided between the two of them."

Ding shook his head helplessly after hearing this: "Sigh, the world of geniuses is unimaginable. What method did the Hokage use to make them so strong? They are three years younger than us."

Inoichi tapped Choza's hard head: "Idiot, age has never been the standard for measuring a ninja. Isn't the Hokage himself an example? I don't need to say more, do I?"

Ding Zuo pouted and said, "I was just making a casual comment. If age really mattered, all those old men in nursing homes would have ruled the world by now."

The three brothers laughed out loud, and then continued towards the barbecue restaurant.

Meeting Konan and Yahiko only allowed them to talk for a while, and I didn't develop any fawning or flattering intentions.

Because it's meaningless; the three of them will become the clan leaders in the future, and their status may not be lower than that of the Hokage's disciples.

Meanwhile, Konan and Yahiko had already returned to the Cloud Clan's territory.

As soon as I entered the courtyard, I smelled a wonderful aroma. Minato and Kushina were busy serving dishes in the courtyard.

Amado, meanwhile, was engrossed in reading a book, legs crossed, looking like he was just waiting for his meal.

Seeing Yahiko and Konan return, Amado greeted them: "Hey, Konan, you did well this morning. You didn't reveal too much of your strength, did you?"

Xiao Nan chuckled: "I'd say it was alright. Ding Zuo is a pretty strong opponent. I didn't want any accidents to happen, and I also wanted to make my master proud, so I used a bit more of my strength."

Amado nodded upon hearing this; he could understand the young man's competitive spirit.

Chapter 558 An Opportunity

As soon as I entered the courtyard, I smelled a wonderful aroma. Minato and Kushina were busy serving dishes in the courtyard.

Amado, meanwhile, was engrossed in reading a book, legs crossed, looking like he was just waiting for his meal.

Seeing Yahiko and Konan return, Amado greeted them: "Hey, Konan, you did well this morning. You didn't reveal too much of your strength, did you?"

Xiao Nan chuckled: "I'd say it was alright. Ding Zuo is a pretty strong opponent. I didn't want any accidents to happen, and I also wanted to make my master proud, so I used a bit more of my strength."

Amado nodded upon hearing this; he could understand the young man's competitive spirit.

"It's alright. There aren't many strong competitors in this tournament. Besides you and Yahiko, Sasori is one of them. Mifune's disciple is also quite strong, but he's too inexperienced."

"Among the people Onoki chose, there wasn't anything particularly amazing. His son is older than Minato and couldn't participate; he's just here to watch the fun."

From Amado's words, Konan and Yahiko also understood the opponent they needed to be wary of.

Besides each other, there are two others.

As for Sasori, Yahiko needs to deal with him seriously, as does Konan. However, Konan has a natural advantage over Sasori, so she has a high chance of winning.

As for Mifune's apprentices, Yahiko and Konan didn't have any good ways to deal with them either. They had never fought a samurai before, so they could only rely on their combat instincts.

Just as the three were chatting, Minato came out of the kitchen carrying a plate of food.

"Oh, you're back. Just in time for lunch."

He then immediately turned around and prepared to go back to the kitchen, giving Xiao Nan a thumbs-up as he left.

"Although I didn't get a number in the lottery, I watched the battle on TV, and it was great! But we can't be complacent; we need to keep working hard."

Konan smiled happily: "I will, Senior Minato."

"Senior Brother Minato, the two of us will help you."

With that, Konan and Yahiko ignored the lazy Amado and ran into the kitchen.

As soon as she entered, Haoyuan hugged her.

"Haoyuan is here too, but Master went to entertain the Shadows and can't come home for lunch today."

Although Haoyuan is young, he is quite mature: "It's okay, Sister Xiaonan. Dad will be back tonight. Mom said that Sister Xiaonan won the competition. Congratulations!"

Seeing this, Xiao Nan immediately picked up Hao Yuan and kissed him on the cheek: "Thank you, Hao Yuan."

While cooking, Zhili heard Xiaonan's voice and looked up to congratulate her.

The whole family spent the morning glued to the television, eagerly awaiting the battle between Minami and Yahiko.

As it turned out, Yahiko got a bye; I don't know what kind of luck that was.

"All done, the last dish is cooked too."

Zhili walked out of the kitchen carrying a plate of vegetables in one hand.

Xiao Nan and the others also went out together.