Starting as the mastermind behind Naruto

Chapter 133 The Encounter Between Kabuto Yakushi and Karin (Fourth Update!)

Uehara Naraku is about to arrive at the central tower!

Kiba Inuzuka's news made everyone present a little nervous; he was a man who calculated their battle time in seconds.

None of them present could withstand even a single round from Uehara Naraku; they were all instantly defeated.

Even Rock Lee, who still had a sliver of fighting spirit, was affected by the somber atmosphere and squatted down in a corner by himself.

After sitting dejectedly for a while, Rock Lee suddenly exclaimed excitedly, "Wait... if Team 7 encounters Uehara Naraku, wouldn't Sakura be in great danger!"

"Why?"

A group of people stared in astonishment at the suddenly agitated Lee Locke.

Rock Lee abruptly stood up, clenching his fists tightly, and shouted, "I've thought it through! I'm going to save Sakura!"

"Don't be impulsive, Li!"

The group of people didn't have time to stop Rock Lee.

the other side.

Team 7 and Uehara Naraku followed closely to the vicinity of the tower. There were so many small teams gathered there that it was almost impossible to avoid the traps.

"Konoha Power Cyclone!"

A sudden gust of wind struck Uehara Naraku's head, and a passionate voice rang in everyone's ears: "I won't let anyone hurt Sakura!"

Bang!

The person who came was sent flying back at an even faster speed!

Uehara Naraku slowly withdrew his fist, glancing speechlessly at Rock Lee who had attacked him: "What's wrong with you, buddy?"

The other genin also rushed over.

Seeing this, Sasuke Uchiha couldn't help but raise an eyebrow: "Didn't you guys collect the complete scroll? Why didn't you go to the tower?"

Naruto scratched his head and chuckled, "Hahaha, looks like only our team might be able to pass this exam!"

"..."

The nine people ignored them and turned to look at the young Rain Ninja beside them, each of them involuntarily swallowing their saliva.

Uehara Naraku squinted his eyes, waved to them kindly, and greeted them amicably: "Long time no see, did you miss me?"

"..."

The air remained silent.

Only Akamaru, nestled in Kiba Inuzuka's arms, whimpered a few times.

Uehara Naraku's figure appeared instantly beside Inuzuka Kiba!

A look of surprise flashed across everyone's face. Hyuga Neji's fist clenched instantly. Uehara Naraku's speed was so fast that even he couldn't see it clearly!

Uehara Naraku affectionately stroked Akamaru's head, looking at the trembling little dog, and chuckled, "I greeted you first, so cheer up a little, consider it a favor!"

"...Hello...!"

Kiba Inuzuka, with a forced smile, took a few steps back while holding his dog.

The others looked very unhappy. On the first day of the exam, Uehara had repeatedly beaten them to a pulp. How could they be happy?

"Alright, I'll stop teasing you guys."

Uehara Naraku twisted his wrist and looked at everyone present, saying, "Now you can go to the tower to complete the exam. I hope that during the third exam, a lucky little cutie will meet me."

As he finished speaking, Uehara Naraku's smile grew increasingly benevolent, but to others it appeared as a devilish grin.

Nara Shikamaru slowly lowered his head, concealing the expression on his face: "So, this guy was really behind all of the Chunin Exams?"

Rock Lee, being the most straightforward, asked directly, "Hey, can I ask you why you did this?"

"Because it's fun, of course!"

Uehara Naraku turned to look at Rock Lee, his words blunt: "Don't you find it interesting to defeat a genius through your own efforts?"

Lee Locke's expression froze for a moment, then he suddenly gave a thumbs up and a hearty smile spread across his face: "You're right, striving to surpass geniuses is the most interesting thing!"

"yes!"

Uehara Naraku's smile deepened.

The people around him were looking at Rock Lee as if he were an idiot. No, this guy really does seem to be an idiot!

After Uehara Naraku left in the direction of the tower, the Konoha people gradually relaxed and each breathed a sigh of relief.

Uehara Naraku had already harvested this batch of leeks (a metaphor for exploiting others), so he didn't linger. Therefore, Uehara was unaware that Team 7 was desperately trying to clear his name...

Yes, Class 7 is trying to clear his name.

Both Uchiha Sasuke and Haruno Sakura, after learning that Uehara Naraku had beaten up all of their peers except for them, believed that Uehara Naraku had no malicious intent and just wanted to make them more vigilant so that they would not lose their lives after encountering Orochimaru.

Otherwise, why didn't Uehara kill them?

As for Naruto Uzumaki, he couldn't tell who was right and who was wrong. In the end, he chose to believe his teammates and joined the ranks of those trying to redeem Uehara Naraku.

I wonder if the three little ones in Class 7 will be hurt when they finally see part of Uehara Naraku's true face...

In short, with Uehara Naraku taking Kaguya Kimimaro and Haku away, the second round of the Chunin Exams was finally able to come to a successful conclusion.

The Konoha leadership outside the Forest of Death also breathed a sigh of relief.

These past few days, the secret agents and examiners responsible for monitoring the Death Forest examination site have probably been the most nervous. In addition to being wary of Orochimaru, they also have to worry about the outcome of the battle for the Heaven and Earth Scroll.

After all, the presence of Kaguya Kimimaro and Haku greatly reduces the chances of other genin completing the exam. If only three Amegakure ninja remain for the third Chunin promotion demonstration match, which requires facing the daimyo and village leaders, Konoha will lose face!

Fortunately, these guys still have some sense of propriety.

After Uehara Naraku entered the tower, one team after another entered the tower, completed the test, and advanced to the next individual battle.

Because of the intense battles over the past few days, only six teams made it to the next round.

Amegakure, Uehara Naraku, Kaguya Kimimaro, Haku.

Konoha Village, Neji Hyuga, Rock Lee, Tenten; Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno; Shikamaru Nara, Ino Yamanaka, Choji Akimichi; Hinata Hyuga, Kiba Inuzuka, Shino Aburame.

Sunagakure, Gaara, Temari, Kankuro.

Among them, only Sunagakure and Amegakure advanced purely through strength. Gaara almost single-handedly defeated all the enemies who coveted them.

Kaguya Kimimaro and Haku from Amegakure even blocked the entrance to the tower for four days, restricting all ninjas who wanted to enter. Their fighting strength was even greater than that of Sunagakure.

Not to mention they also have Uehara Naraku, who's half-slacking off and half-stomping noobs.

The newcomers who advanced from Konoha relied on their excellent teamwork to withstand the covetousness of many enemies.

Kabuto Yakushi did not advance.

Because Kabuto Yakushi has multiple roles, he not only has to help Orochimaru transmit information, but also help Uehara Naraku take Karin away. He doesn't even have enough time for himself, so how could he possibly waste time on the Chunin Exams?

Outside Konoha Village.

The Kusagakure ninjas who were eliminated in the second exam left this sad place cursing and swearing. They shifted the blame to each other, and in the end, they all blamed Karin.

Who made Karin the lowest in status?

"Damn it, it's all your fault, you piece of trash!"

"Keeping her alive is just a waste of the village's food!"

"We failed the Chunin Exams because this woman is useless. The village must execute her, the culprit!"

A ninja grabbed Karin's hair and slapped her across the face, coldly saying, "You're going to die anyway if you go back. If you leave here, maybe you can save your life!"

"Hehehe, are we really going to throw her away? How about we..."

A shuriken suddenly shot out and hit the somewhat sleazy grass ninja!

A white-haired ninja wearing a hood emerged from the bushes. He adjusted his glasses, looked at the heavily wounded Karin, and said with a hint of regret, "What a waste!"

It was Kabuto Yakushi who intercepted this group of grass ninja.

As a graduate student under Orochimaru, Kabuto Yakushi was well aware of the value of the Uzumaki descendants. They had abundant chakra and strong physiques, and could easily learn sealing techniques when they grew up.

Karin, in particular, is a ninja with exceptional healing abilities, making her especially precious!

"Who are you...?"

The Grass Ninja panicked and questioned Kabuto about his origins, but before they could finish a sentence, Kabuto's figure had already passed through their ranks, and a streak of green chakra sliced ​​through the throats of these Grass Ninja!

After killing everyone, Kabuto Yakushi walked up to Karin and extended his palm: "Come with me. A lord ordered me to come and get you. From now on, no one will dare to bully you again."

"..."

Karin's body trembled slightly as she slowly raised her head to look at Kabuto Yakushi. She seemed to see a beam of light behind Kabuto.

Karin's face flushed slightly. Looking at the warm smile on Kabuto's face, she slowly reached out and placed her hand on Kabuto's palm.

"Thanks."

"It's alright, I was just following orders."

Kabuto smiled and patted Karin's red hair, saying softly, "Don't worry, we mean no harm."

"I know..."

Karin nodded and wiped the tears from her cheeks.

Karin didn't tell Kabuto that this was actually the first time in her life she had received kindness from someone.

Although many people later said that Kabuto Yakushi was a spy and a performance artist, Karin still stubbornly believed in the warmth Kabuto Yakushi gave her at that moment.

"Where...where is the esteemed person you mentioned?"

Karin carefully wiped the smudges from her face and said softly, "Shall we take you to see him now?"

"Not needed for now."

Kabuto pushed up his glasses, a glint of light flashing in the lenses: "He's probably participating in the preliminary rounds of the third Chunin Exams right now!"

"Participating in the Chunin Exams?"

Karin's gaze was slightly surprised, and she gently bit her lip. So, the person who arranged for her rescue was actually just a low-ranking ninja?

Kabuto seemed to see through Karin's thoughts, and a look of longing appeared on his face.

"Don't underestimate that man; he's someone who could single-handedly overturn the world!"

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