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Chapter 171 Nawaki VS Yahiko! (Please subscribe and vote with monthly tickets)

Fourteen teams, seven matches in total.

The Nawaki squad was the last to go on the field, facing off against a ninja squad from Takigakure, and they won easily as well.

In this battle, the Rasengan, a ninjutsu without hand seals, once again shone brightly.

The team battle is followed by the third individual battle.

The examination venue remained unchanged.

However, the examiner changed; Kōdō Mokume took the stage as the examiner for the third round.

Although the second round that just ended will not eliminate anyone, being injured and unable to continue is tantamount to elimination.

However, many players were injured and unable to fight in the second round, so only 8 people remained to participate in the final round.

The third match will still use a random matching mechanism.

After the simple rules were announced, names began to appear on the electronic screen.

Rope tree, Yahiko!

After the two finished playing, Tsunade asked, "Who do you think will win?"

Hoshino Hideyoshi said, "Rope Tree."

"Yahiko has a good grasp of water release techniques, but Nawaki is superior in every aspect."

Yahiko is four or five years younger than Nawaki!

Moreover, the time they spent cultivating was far apart.

Yahiko's talent is certainly excellent, but Nawaki is no less so.

Tsunade nodded and smiled after hearing what Hoshino Shige said.

When it comes to understanding her younger brother's abilities, she is not as knowledgeable as Xingxia Xiu.

What she can teach Nawaki are taijutsu, combat skills, and chakra control.

As for sealing techniques, Rope Tree simply doesn't have the energy to learn them right now.

As for medical ninjutsu, Nawaki did not master the nature transformation of Yang Release, nor did he possess a clear Yang Release attribute from birth.

"start!"

The following is a loud announcement by Mumu Gongdao.

shhhhhh!

Nawaki and Yahiko swung their shuriken almost simultaneously, the metal clanging and sparks flying.

The moment the shuriken hit the ground, the two figures collided as they charged forward.

Bang bang bang!

Fists and feet collided, and energy radiated in all directions.

After several rounds, Yahiko was overwhelmed by the opponent's strength and was suppressed. He seized an opportunity to leap backward and then rapidly formed hand seals.

Water Release: Water Chaos Waves.

With a spit, water surged forth and rushed towards the rope tree.

Rope Tree formed a hand seal, then squatted down and pressed his hands to the ground, and a high wall immediately rose from the ground.

Earth Escape - Earth Current Wall!

The water surged past both sides of the high wall, and Rope Tree's expression changed slightly, because the water on both sides was rising and turning into water columns.

"Such strong control!"

As the water column moved, Rope Tree immediately leaped onto the high wall, and the imprint was completed in the process.

Wind Release: Vacuum Wave!

Nawaki opened his mouth and spat out a sharp wind that cut through the air like waves, also cutting through the water column that Yahiko had used for defense.

Yahiko dodged, and then was met with a surging wave.

Nawaki's Water Release: Water Rush Wave!

Yahiko had no time to form hand seals or dodge, so he charged forward while a Rasengan rapidly condensed in his right hand, surrounded by swirling water.

Water Release: Rasengan!

Hoshinoshita Hide raised an eyebrow slightly, "When did Yahiko master the Water Release: Rasengan?"

He taught Nagato and the other two without favoritism, teaching them everything they could learn, including the Rasengan.

Therefore, Nagato and his two companions also learned the Rasengan.

Konan said, "Teacher Xiu, just a few days ago, Yahiko wanted to give you a surprise."

"Furthermore, concealing one's information is something you taught me, Mr. Xiu!"

Xiao Nan's tone carried a hint of playfulness.

Hoshino smiled and nodded: "Well done."

Below, Yahiko used Water Release: Rasengan to bombard the surging water, creating a loud explosion that sent the water surging in all directions.

At that moment, Nawaki leaped down from the high wall, but instead of moving, he flew around to Yahiko's back and, with lightning speed, placed the chakra dagger that Hoshino Hideaki had given him against Yahiko's neck.

But just when Nawaki thought victory was assured, Yahiko's body suddenly collapsed and turned into water, falling down.

Immediately afterwards, two streams of water wrapped around his body at Rope Tree's feet and pulled him into the water below.

Tsunade frowned as she watched this: "Nawaki was too careless."

Xingxia Xiu smiled and said, "Keep watching."

The words had barely left his lips when the water exploded, Rope Tree shot skyward, and then landed on the high wall.

Immediately afterwards, Yahiko emerged from the water, standing on the surface panting heavily, with two snake carcasses beside him.

His chakra was being used up quite a bit.

"This guy, no wonder he was taught by Teacher Xiu!"

"We have no choice but to gamble on this final blow!"

Yahiko looked at Nawaki and said, "This is my final attack. If yours is a Wind Release: Rasengan, and mine is a Water Release: Rasengan, and you were also taught by Hide-sensei, let's see whose is stronger."

Rope Tree nodded: "Okay!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he raised his right hand, and a Rasengan rapidly formed on his palm. Then, he infused it with Wind Release nature transformation.

On the water's surface, Yahiko also condensed a Rasengan and then infused it with Water Release: Nature Transformation.

As one of the examiners, Kōdō Mokumu frowned slightly, and his expression became serious.

He needs to ensure the safety of these two people.

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However, this level of ninjutsu is not to be underestimated when clashing with other techniques, and even a Jonin like him has to take it seriously.

"As expected of someone capable of slaying the Third Kazekage!"

Kōdō Mokumei sighed inwardly.

At that moment, Yahiko and Nawaki moved simultaneously.

Yahiko rushed towards Nawaki, and Nawaki leaped down from the high wall and also rushed towards Yahiko.

Looking at the two clashing, Hoshino Hide's expression was rather interesting.

This gives me a Naruto and Sasuke vibe.

If Nawaki were replaced by Chidori, that would be truly...

boom!

The two Rasengans clashed, instantly unleashing a dazzling light and then creating a storm that swept away the water on the ground.

When the light fades and the storm passes.

As everyone looked, Yahiko was kneeling on one knee. The clothes on his right forearm had disappeared without a trace, and his palm and arm were covered with wounds, dripping with blood.

"I lost!"

Yahiko conceded defeat, but then immediately said, "However, I'm sure I can beat you next time!"

Nawaki listened and nodded seriously: "You're very strong too. I look forward to fighting you again."

"However, you won't beat me."

With that, Nawaki flashed a bright smile, pointed to himself with a thumbs-up, and shouted, "Because I'm going to become Hokage!"

Yahiko paused for a moment, then stood up and laughed, "I wish you all the best, but I will still defeat you!"

After saying that, he turned and left.

Back in the stands, Hoshino Hideyuki treated Yahiko's injuries while scolding him, "What were you showing off for?"

"Using this method to deliver the final blow is the most foolish thing to do."

Yahiko was embarrassed and scolded.

Meanwhile, Tsunade also came to Nawaki's side, checking him for injuries while scolding him, "There was absolutely no need to make such a dangerous decision just now. You still have plenty of energy; you could have won using other methods."

Nawaki quickly replied with a smile, "Because Yahiko is Hideaki-nii's disciple!"

Tsunade scoffed, "This is the last time."

Rope Tree nodded quickly.

Just then, the next battle began. Nawaki's eyes lit up, and he immediately changed the subject, taking the initiative to analyze the upcoming battle with Tsunade.

Tsunade was happy to let Nawaki learn more, so she also began to analyze it seriously.

On the other side, after easily treating Yahiko, Hoshino Shu instructed Kushina Uzumaki, Nagato, and the others: "This method is absolutely forbidden in the future."

Nagato and Konan nodded, but Kushina Uzumaki said, "Don't worry, Mr. Hide, I'm not that stupid."

Yahiko was speechless upon hearing this.

This guy has the same hair color as Nagato, but he's really annoying!

Time passes little by little.

Soon, Kushina Uzumaki's name appeared on the electronic display screen.

And the opponent is... Nagato.

Upon seeing this, Yahiko immediately shouted, "Nagato, you must defeat her!"

This woman actually dared to call him a fool.

Nagato nodded, then jumped off the stands.

Kushina Uzumaki gave Yahiko a soft snort before entering the arena.

(End of this chapter)