Naruto: Two opponents versus Naruto, Konoha panics!

Yamanaka Inoichi rolled up his sleeves and instantly activated "Sage Mode".

However, when he turned to look at Naruto, he silently lowered his sleeve.

It's not possible to play now...

"The class assignments can't be changed for the time being, so don't put too much pressure on your father."

Feeling the weight behind him, Naruto said softly.

Upon hearing this, Ino immediately pouted.

【"snort!"】

"They always boast about how great they are and how capable they are."

"All I ever asked him was if he could help me get things done, but he always claimed to be sick or on a mission. It's so annoying!"

"Hey, let's go, let's go inside." Ino climbed down from behind Naruto and naturally took his arm as they walked inside.

[So eager, it's obvious she wants to monopolize that blond guy.]

"Aren't we waiting for Hinata?" Naruto chuckled.

"Uh... okay." Ino's smile froze, but she finally stopped.

Sakura is nothing special, she's not a match for Hinata.

Don't let that cute little girl fool you; one punch from her little fist can really kill someone.

【"well......"】

Is the shelf life of a sweet, loving daughter really that short?

[It's only been a short time, but it's already drafty.]

Why are you sighing like that?

[Yamakatsu Rino chuckled softly beside Yamanaka Inoichi.]

"It's nothing," Yamanaka Inoichi said, closing his eyes in anguish.

"Is it nothing?"

"Alright, let Ino invite that child over for dinner later."

【Um?!!】

[Yamano Inoichi suddenly turned his head to look, his face filled with disbelief.]

My dear wife, you are my wife!

【"Hehe~"】

[Rino Yamanaka chuckled softly, covering her mouth. "Alright, the child's grown up now. You can't let her stay at home forever, can you?"]

"How can that be? How could my daughter, Yamanaka Inoichi, be unwanted?!"

Seeing this, Rino Yamanaka's smile widened even more.

Then, several more figures came into view.

"That kid really looks like Minato, even more popular than Minato was back then."

"Whether my daughter can win is still a question."

[Yamano Ino's eyes widened immediately, and he instantly became enraged.]

However, when he looked up, he saw two more girls beside Ino and Naruto.

Sakura, of course, knew about the other one... her pure white eyes were enough to identify her.

[As for my own wife...it seems there's no problem.]

"Haiyi."

[Nara Shikaku and Akimichi Choza walk by.]

[Following them were Hiashi Hyuga, Tsurugi Inuzuka, and Shizumi Aburame.]

"Has everyone arrived?"

"Let's go inside and talk."

[Hiashi Hyuga spoke first.]

Because of his daughter's change, Hiashi Hyuga's expression was no longer as serious as ever.

"Goodbye, sister! Keep up the good work!"

Hanabi waved her little hand at Hinata.

"Very well." The heads of the major ninja clans naturally had no objections.

That was a shop that Hyuga had just opened—no, it should be said that it was registered under Hinata's name.

[But the Hyuga clan wasn't the only one investing; the other five major ninja clans also did.]

[Besides being a restaurant where Hinata could eat whenever she was hungry, it was also the place where the heads of the six major ninja clans held secret meetings.]

[In the classroom.]

[Upon entering, one is greeted by Sasuke's cold expression.]

Nobody's paying attention to him, so just let him fester.

Uchiha Sasuke: "..."

"I'm so sad... In the end, I still couldn't be grouped with Naruto."

Ino was still somewhat unwilling to give up.

"It's alright, Ino. Newly graduated genin won't be too busy, and they won't be leaving the village. We might even bump into each other while we're looking for the cat or the dog."

In contrast, Hinata wasn't as conflicted.

"Whether we're in the same class or not... I can accept that, but I can't accept growing further and further away from Naruto."

"So you have to work hard."

Upon hearing this, Ino immediately pulled Hinata into her arms.

"Hinata, how can you be so cute and so sensible~"

【Ah~】

Hinata is still Hinata at heart.

After playing for a while, her little face immediately turned rosy.

Naruto, caught between the two women, felt somewhat helpless.

"The exam is about to begin."

【"Okay~" x2】

The two women immediately quieted down.

[Sakura's smile never faded.]

[After specifically asking Shikamaru and confirming several times that there was an 80% chance I would be in the same class as Naruto.]

Sakura became extremely generous.

[It was supposed to be her turn to sit next to Naruto these past two days.]

But because of this, she generously gave it to Ino.

"Students, the exam content is all from what we've learned before, so don't be nervous, just do your best."

"Your hard work will not let you down."

Iruka tried to help the students relax.

Then she picked up the roster.

"The exam will cover the clone technique from the Three Body Techniques."

"The next person whose name is called, come to the class next door."

"Qualified candidates will be given ninja headbands on the spot."

"Also, you need to gather in the classroom tomorrow morning; the class assignments will be announced then."

Having said that, Iruka called one of the people away.

The exam period is not long.

Before long, most of them had already gone out once.

[Whether joyful or sorrowful.]

[Not long after.]

Only a few students remained in the class, and Naruto was among them.

Naruto's heart sank.

[Is what I'm worried about really going to happen?]

Suddenly, Naruto sensed a gaze.

[I glanced at it following my senses.]

[Oh, it's Sasuke.]

That kid's face still gave off that urge to punch him.

"Naruto, it's your turn."

Just then, Iruka-sensei arrived.

Naruto secretly breathed a sigh of relief; thankfully, it wasn't the worst outcome.

Then he got up and went over.

【"take it easy."】

As Iruka was about to enter the next class, he looked at the once studious child who had grown to be shoulder-length with him, and for a moment he was lost in thought.

【"Um."】

Naruto nodded slightly.

Iruka's lips curled slightly.

Why am I worrying about this for no reason?

If even Naruto can't get past this, then nobody in the entire grade will be able to.

"Naruto, are you ready?"

"Let's get started once we're ready."

[The examiner this time is, of course, the familiar Shuimu.]

Iruka nodded, signaling to Naruto that they could begin.

[Click—]

Just then, the classroom door opened.

Iruka immediately frowned.

Who would dare disturb the exam at a time like this?!

However, Iruka froze the next second.

Even SMTH (Shuimu) is like this.

[Looking at Naruto standing outside the door.]

【Bang--】

[Inside the classroom, the shadow clone dissipated on its own.]

Mizuki's heart sank, but her expression remained unchanged.

Tenten: "Oh no, if that's the case... won't Naruto with the black frame get the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique from the Scroll of Seals?!"

Orochimaru: "Don't worry, Naruto in black has already gained Sarutobi-sensei's trust. I believe Sarutobi-sensei won't waste such a good opportunity to do me a favor."

Orochimaru: "In fact... in my opinion, Sarutobi-sensei will soon loosen the restrictions on Naruto."

Orochimaru: "Just like I was back then, feel free to look through the Second Hokage's Book of Seals."

When?

Iruka stood there stunned for a long while, then, looking at the boy standing outside the door, he slowly stood up.

"Congratulations, Naruto."

Iruka was unaware that his eyes were already somewhat red.

He took out his headband and personally helped Naruto tie it on.

"From this day forward, you are a true Konoha ninja."