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

A hint of sincerity shone in his only visible eye as he spoke earnestly:

"Yes, I don't lack people to team up with."

However, I want to choose a teammate who has a higher probability of advancing.

I saw you discussing things with those three people at first, so it wasn't convenient for me to come and disturb you.

But since the three of them have already registered, I have no reservations about inviting you now.

Kagura was slightly taken aback upon hearing this.

He could sense that the man was speaking from the heart, and logically speaking, there was nothing wrong with what he said.

He just didn't expect this person to be so blunt.

Seeing that Kagura remained silent, Tsuchishiro's expression did not change, and he continued to speak:

"Ah, maybe I'm just blunt, but it's my habit and I can't change it."

So, what's your answer?

As he spoke, he extended his right hand toward Kagura.

Looking at the clear-eyed Tsuchishiro in front of her, Kagura thought for a moment and then suddenly smiled.

He extended his right hand and shook it.

While shaking hands, he responded:

"You're interesting, and I don't dislike people like you."

The sight of the two holding hands tightly was naturally witnessed by everyone else, causing a shiver to run through them.

Yes, this is a strong team they absolutely do not want to face.

Kagura and Tsuchishiro's teamwork was naturally noticed by the two examiners on stage.

The long-haired examiner who had been standing at the back finally couldn't resist and walked over to the bald examiner.

As he looked at the candidates below, he asked, puzzled:

"I really don't understand why you set up this rule this time."

"Oh?

Any questions? "

Hearing his question, the bald examiner turned around and replied.

Looking at the candidates who had already lined up and were standing to the side, the long-haired examiner continued:

"I understand that this kind of 1V1 duel can better reveal their strength and mentality."

But don't you think there's a problem with the winner staying on the field?

He glanced at the bald examiner's expression before continuing:

"In this way, the strongest person can directly take on three opponents at once."

For example, Kagura.

We both know very well that even if we were to fight him one-on-one, we wouldn't dare say we're confident we could beat him.

This person is simply not on the same level as the other candidates.

The bald examiner remained unresponsive upon hearing this, calmly stating:

"I know, so what?"

The long-haired examiner paused slightly, then said somewhat hastily:

"Then?

Then wouldn't the people in his group be very likely to be eliminated in the next round?

This is completely unfair to the other candidates!

Some people, simply by making a choice, far surpass those who work hard.

At this moment, a change finally appeared on the bald examiner's face.

He looked at the other person with some disdain and said in a slightly contemptuous tone:

"Are all the Jonin in your Hidden Cloud Village like you?"

It seems that from now on, our Water Kingdom will no longer need to fear you.

Upon hearing this, the long-haired examiner's expression changed, his brows furrowed, and he retorted with displeasure:

"What do you mean?"

Instead of answering his question directly, the bald examiner began to address his earlier questions:

"You just asked me if this is fair."

In my opinion, this couldn't be fairer.

As I said, there are no restrictions on forming teams.

This also means that everyone has the opportunity to team up with someone like Kagura.

You asked me again whether choice or effort is more important?

Personally, I would answer that both are important.

But as a ninja, I'll tell you that choice is more important.

He paused slightly at this point, then continued:

"On the battlefield, those who make the right choices are the most likely to survive."

Only those who survive have the opportunity to continue striving.

This exam not only tests their abilities but also their decision-making skills.

You can set aside your pride and choose a strong person, then advance to the next round by becoming their vassal.

You can also stay true to your original aspirations and stick to your own path.

But since you've chosen to be an enemy of the strong, don't complain, but do your best to overcome that obstacle.

This is the path a ninja must take.

Upon hearing these words, the long-haired examiner remained silent.

Although he did not completely agree with this view, he did not refute it, but silently retreated to the back again.

Offstage, Kagura and Tsuchishiro were having a headache over something: they were still missing a member.

Although Tsuchishiro has many companions from Kumogakure, similar to Kagura's previous situation, those people just happen to be able to form a group.

In reality, Tsuchishiro, like Kagura, was the superfluous one...

As for Kagura...

Although there were many people from Konoha present, he was not familiar with any of them.

In fact, aside from his teammates in Team 7, he wasn't even familiar with anyone else in the Uchiha clan...

The two of them then faced each other, unsure how to gather the last person.

Fortunately, at that moment, a soft voice came from behind them.

"that...

Do you still need to recruit team members?

Can I join you?

Upon hearing this, the two turned to look at each other.

The person speaking was a short and thin girl.

She wore a Konoha headband, and her short hair was neatly combed into two buns tied at the back.

She had delicate features, but wasn't particularly beautiful, and wore thick-rimmed black glasses.

Wearing a blue short-sleeved bodysuit, what Kagura cared about most was the logo on the back of the outfit.

That was a symbol resembling a palm-leaf fan; it was the symbol of the Uchiha clan!

Upon seeing the symbol, Kagura's brow twitched, and he asked hesitantly:

"Who are you?..."

The girl before her knew, of course, that this was her cousin from the family. She nodded slightly and replied:

"Yes, my name is Uchiha Shizuka."

"quiet?"

Upon hearing the name, Kagura frowned and tried hard to recall.

But no matter how hard he tried, he simply couldn't remember this clansman.

"Sigh, it seems I'll have to take some time to get to know the people in my family when I get back."

I must at least remember the names of those clansmen..."

He thought to himself silently, but his face showed a knowing expression.

He turned to look at Tsuchishiro and asked for his opinion with his eyes.

Tsuchishiro's lips twitched, but he ultimately said nothing.

He frowned and thought for a moment, but ultimately nodded in agreement.

Seeing that he had no objections, Kagura then addressed the clansmen before her:

"Okay, no problem, let's team up as a group of three."

Don't worry, you probably won't need to play.

Faced with Kagura's words, Uchiha Shizuka nodded timidly.

Her frail appearance evoked a strange sense of protectiveness in people.

At this moment, Kagura, who had successfully formed a team, said no more and turned to walk towards the stage, intending to register with the examiner.