Naruto: By lying low and hiding, he eventually became the leader of the Legendary Sannin.

He is Gaara's father in the original story, and the future Fourth Kazekage.

Although this Kazekage was somewhat incompetent, most of his early scenes involved being assassinated by Orochimaru and having his identity stolen.

But then again, there aren't many in the Wind Shadow who aren't spineless...

Of course, despite the complaints, the fact that he became the Kazekage speaks volumes about his strength.

The other person was a red-haired, seemingly handsome young boy.

This is Chiyo's grandson, and also a powerful member of the Akatsuki organization in the original storyline—Sasori.

He was hailed as the puppet genius of Sunagakure, but at this moment he looked much younger than the other genin.

However, unlike the emotional Chiyo, Sasori had no interest in even looking at Sakumo when facing the enemy who killed his parents.

Throughout, he maintained a calm and composed demeanor, silently following the group.

As the group entered the village, a Jonin immediately came to the front to lead the way.

Because there are many conflicts between countries.

Hiruzen Sarutobi dared not let everyone stay in one inn.

Therefore, in order to avoid conflict, Konoha specially arranged a guesthouse for each of the four countries.

After Chiyo and the others left, just as Kagura approached Sakumo to say something, the next group of people arrived as promised.

Well, this person is quite familiar to Kagura, as the visitor is a representative from Kirigakure.

However, compared to Sunagakure, the candidates from Kirigakure were of much lower quality.

If she had to pick one, the only one Kagura could recall was a boy named Ao with long, gray-blue hair.

In the original story, he was Mei Terumi's bodyguard and once used his Byakugan to see through the fact that Yagura Karatachi was being controlled.

Of course, at this time he did not yet possess the Byakugan; he was just an ordinary-looking genin.

In recent years, the Land of Water has seemed to be in a slump.

Over the years, it has become the de facto weakest of the five major powers.

Half of the credit for all of this can be attributed to Kagura.

Because of Danzo's conspiracy, Kagura wiped out nearly a dozen Jonin from Kirigakure in one fell swoop.

Even the elite of the younger generation, the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, became history after being wiped out by Kagura.

Apart from Suigetsu Hozuki and Biwa Juzo, who defected early, the other five ninja swords are still lying quietly in Konoha Village.

Of course, the other half of the reason is because of Madara Uchiha.

During that Chunin incident in Kirigakure, they not only lost the Three-Tails, but also caused the current Mizukage, Yagura Karatachi, to lose his prestige to its lowest point.

As the scandal of Yagura being controlled by Karatachi gradually came to light, many of the younger generation in the Land of Water lost hope in their country and left Kirigakure.

The Watermelon Pufferfish Demon and the Loquat Juzo are examples.

Therefore, in recent years, Kirigakure has faced a shortage of capable successors, and its strength has been declining.

Therefore, when the Jonin of Kirigakure saw Kagura, a complicated expression appeared on his face.

Without much small talk, the Jonin nodded slightly to Kagura and then headed straight for Konoha Village.

However, just as the entire group was about to enter the village, a very young and adorable voice suddenly rang out beside Kagura:

"Big brother, big brother!"

You look so handsome!

"Can you wait until I grow up and be my husband?"

Chapter 52: The Chunin Exams Officially Begin

"Big brother, you're so handsome!"

Can you wait for me to grow up and be my husband?

Kagura was slightly taken aback, and only after looking down did she finally see who was speaking.

This is a little girl who looks only 3 or 4 years old.

She has bright green eyes and long, wavy, reddish-brown hair, making her look very cute.

At that moment, she was staring intently at Kagura with eyes that seemed to be shining brightly.

Kagura was taken aback for a moment upon seeing the little girl who suddenly appeared, but then she smiled.

He crouched down and said very seriously to the girl:

"No, because my older brother already has a wife."

But you're so cute, I'm sure you'll find someone even better in the future.

Upon hearing Kagura's words, the light in the little girl's eyes dimmed considerably in an instant.

She curled her lip in displeasure and said with slight annoyance:

"Yeah...

What a pity..."

Just as she was about to say something, the Jonin who had already walked away suddenly turned back.

He rushed to the little girl's side in a panic, quickly pulled her away, and muttered grumbling as he went:

"Really, didn't Dad warn you not to run around?"

"Mei Terumi, if you keep this up, I'll have someone send you back to the village."

Little girl...

No, Mei Terumi pouted in grievance after being scolded by her father, but still obediently followed behind the Jonin.

Kagura, who overheard the conversation, froze in shock.

What?

Is that little girl Mei Terumi?

For a moment, he couldn't even reconcile the cute little girl with the mature and voluptuous image he had in mind.

Kagura knew immediately upon seeing how young Mei Terumi was that she was definitely not an examinee.

But then he finally realized that his father was probably on a business trip and, for some reason, had no choice but to bring the child on a paid vacation.

she...

Are you still looking for a husband now, even by the time you become the Mizukage?

After pondering for a moment, Kagura stood up again with a wry smile.

A short while after the group from Kirigakure left, the third group of representatives arrived at the gates of Konoha.

Okay, this is someone Kagura knows.

"Yo!"

Long time no see!

Kagura~

Kagura smiled as she watched Tsuchishiro greet her like an old friend.

Yes, the people who came this time were from Kumogakure.

Although the incident of Kumogakure sending ninjas to secretly abduct Kagura's disciple Kushina only happened half a year ago.

But at this moment, the two acted as if they knew nothing about it, greeting each other warmly like old friends who hadn't seen each other for many years.

After greeting Tsuchishiro, Kagura's gaze fell on a boy behind him.

This is a boy with dark skin, light yellow hair, and wearing black sunglasses.

This is none other than Killer Bee, the future Eight-Tails Jinchuriki.

However, it was clear that he had not yet apprenticed to learn rap skills at this time, and he looked quite obedient.

Noticing Kagura's gaze, Tsuchishiro smiled and took a small step to the side, blocking Kagura's view of Killer Bee.

He smiled and said:

"It seems your eyes are still working perfectly."

"I spotted our year's ace at a glance."

Kagura didn't respond to his words, but simply shrugged and stepped aside to make way for him.

Seeing this, Tsuchishiro didn't say much and simply led everyone slowly towards Konoha Village.

Watching the figures of the Hidden Cloud Village members disappear into the distance, Kagura's eyes revealed a thoughtful expression.

Um...

I wonder if Killer Bee has become the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki yet.

After all, in the original story, it was only mentioned that he was sealed with the Eight-Tails when he was young, but no specific time was given.

If he's already a Jinchūriki, then whether Minato and the others can successfully become Chunin in this Chunin Exams is really uncertain...

After Tsuchishiro and the others left, Kagura and the others waited at the village entrance for a full half day.

The last group of representatives finally arrived late, just as the sun was rising to its zenith.

Well, this time it's finally not one of Kagura's old acquaintances.

Because this last batch came from Iwagakure (Hidden Stone Village) in the Land of Earth.

In fact, even in the original Naruto storyline, Iwagakure (Hidden Stone Village) had very little screen time.

Compared to Kirigakure, which has the Seven Ninja Swordsmen, Kumogakure, whose Raikage seems physically invincible, and Sunagakure, whose Kazekage is incredibly weak but has a significant role in the story, this village is a prime example.

The role of Iwagakure in the original storyline was pitifully small.

Aside from the second Tsuchikage Mu, most people probably only have some impression of the elderly third Tsuchikage Onoki and Kurotsuchi, who has long legs.

If I had to name one, there would be Deidara, who became a rogue ninja and ultimately self-destructed.