Naruto: Let the glory of the giants spread throughout the ninja world!

Tosu had long harbored resentment towards Kabuto Yakushi for his earlier comments about Otogakure. Taking advantage of the moment when everyone's attention was diverted, he suddenly charged at Kabuto Yakushi and delivered a hook punch straight to his face.

Kabuto smiled slightly, then dodged easily by flashing backward.

However, the next second, his expression changed drastically.

"Click"

The glasses shattered on the floor. Kabuto himself collapsed to his knees, vomiting violently.

"You bastard!" Naruto was furious and was about to rush up and teach Tosu a lesson.

boom!

A puff of white smoke exploded on the podium.

After the smoke cleared, a group of examiners suddenly appeared before everyone.

The man in the lead had a face covered in scars and eyes as cold and sharp as knives.

"I am the chief examiner for this session, Morino Ibiki."

He scanned the entire room, his gaze settling on the group of Otogakure at the center of the conflict. His voice was deep and authoritative. "I will be in charge of your first exam."

He paused, then added coldly, "During the exam, anyone who uses violence without authorization will be disqualified. Did you hear me? You bunch of kids from the other villages."

Tos gritted his teeth and retreated to his companions.

"Very good." Ibihi withdrew his gaze. "Now, let's announce the exam rules."

Under the weight of his serious words, Ibiki Morino's scarred face appeared particularly ferocious.

As the rules were announced one by one, some people were happy while others were sad.

Sakura's face grew paler and paler. It was a written test? She almost gave up on the spot.

Who doesn't know the significance of Naruto's "last place" ranking?

Haku and Zabuza remained calm. They hadn't come to take the exam; they were just going through the motions. They could still participate in the next exam.

As for Ryukura Akira, he simply looked out the window out of boredom. For him, who was familiar with the plot, this was just a matter of taking a 50-minute nap.

After the seats were assigned, the exam began. Just like in the original story, everyone used their own methods to cheat, while Ryukura Akira was fast asleep.

Sasuke calmly looked at the test questions in front of him. "Heh, as I expected, you can't answer a single one."

It wasn't until Naruto slammed his fist on the table and shouted, "I will never give up, this is my ninja way!" that Ryukura Akira groggily opened his eyes and yawned.

ended.

The first Chunin Exams have now come to an end.

As for Mitarashi Anko, she was ignored by Ryukura Akira as always, since this sexy older sister didn't have anything worth paying attention to.

After the first exam, Naruto was thinking of going to find Sakura and Sasuke to celebrate when Haku gently called him back.

"Naruto-kun, and everyone in Team 7," Bai bowed slightly, her smile gentle, "would you like to come to my house as guests? I'd like to thank you properly."

Naruto hesitated for a moment, then nodded in agreement, his face flushed. But

He quickly scratched his head in confusion: "Thank me? I don't think I did anything..."

Bai shook his head, his eyes becoming serious: "No, you did something very important."

He paused, his gaze softening: "What you said to Zabuza-san was what truly saved us."

Ryukura Akira chimed in, his tone light but pointed: "That giant saved our bodies, but Naruto, you saved our souls."

Naruto's face turned even redder. He scratched the back of his head and grinned broadly, "Haha, no way! I'm not that good!"

"Alright, alright." Ryukura Akira walked leisurely to the side, his hands behind his head. "Haku, if you keep talking, Naruto's mouth is going to fly to the sky."

Bai covered her mouth and laughed out loud: "Xiao Ming, you're clearly the same age as Naruto, why are you so mature~"

Sakura walked behind, maintaining a calm expression on her face, but inwardly she was ranting and raving:

What?! This guy, who looks so mature and is so tall, is actually the same age as us?! Are you kidding me?!

Ryukura Akira seemed to notice her gaze, turned around and sighed, looking melancholy: "Body age and mental age are not the same thing... My soul is already a middle-aged man in his forties."

He turned to look at the man behind him, disguised as a fat man: "You agree, right, Mr. Momonosuke?"

Zabuza stared at him expressionlessly.

After a three-second silence, he forced out a single "hmm".

Ryukura Akira turned back with satisfaction.

As I opened the door, a faint scent of herbs and trees wafted towards me.

After everyone changed their shoes, they sat down around the guest table.

Bai served each person a glass of chilled juice and several plates of exquisite desserts, and carefully arranged small forks.

"Please enjoy your meal." He bowed slightly, then turned and went out to buy dinner ingredients.

Sakura sat for a short while, then said she was going to buy groceries with Haku and went out. The strange atmosphere made her feel a little lost.

At the guest table, Naruto looked around, never still for a moment.

Sasuke sat there expressionless, his gaze fixed on the juice glass on the table, his thoughts drifting back to a few years ago.

Back then, our family was always like that, with everyone gathered around the table, creating a lively atmosphere...

Akira Ryukura broke the silence.

He raised his juice glass, smiled, and said to the two of them, "Have a good meal and drinks tonight, and then stay here. Bai has already prepared the guest room."

"Okay, okay!" Naruto immediately raised his hand in agreement.

Sasuke frowned slightly, seemingly having some reservations.

Ryukura Akira looked at him, his tone relaxed yet sincere: "It's alright, Sasuke-kun. We mean no harm in Konoha. And—"

He paused, then smiled meaningfully, "If we wanted to kill you, as you've seen, we could do it anytime."

Sasuke scoffed, but didn't argue further, which was considered an admission.

"Oh, right," Ryukura Akira remembered something, "you guys get some rest tonight. As far as I know, the second Chunin Exam is going to be a tough battle."

The two looked up simultaneously: "Do you know the rules for the second round?"

"Of course." Ryukura Akira blinked. "As surrenderers, we still have some privileges, don't we?"

He kept everyone in suspense: "After Bai has cooked the meal, we'll eat and chat."

Naruto and Sasuke immediately pulled down, disliking the riddle-maker.

Not long after, Haku and Sakura returned together.

Sakura's attitude was noticeably more affectionate; she not only helped Haku set the table but also offered to help chop vegetables.

Ryukura Akira took a bite of his croquette and exclaimed, "Haku's charm is as strong as ever; he's irresistible to both men and women."

A steaming hot sukiyaki is served, with slices of meat tumbling in the broth, filling the air with its aroma.

While eating, Ryukura Akira explained the rules of the Death Forest to the three of them: the Heaven and Earth Scroll, the ten-day time limit, and the indiscriminate killing.

Naruto and his two companions frowned as they listened.

After a satisfying meal, I slept soundly through the night.

The next morning, everyone arrived at the entrance to the Forest of Death.

Mitarashi Anko stood on the high platform, hands on her hips, her gaze sweeping over all the examinees, a dangerous smile playing on her lips.

"The second Chunin Exam," she drawled, then abruptly waved her hand, "begins now!"