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Ibiki Morino was shocked. As an experienced criminal investigation ninja, combined with the opened scroll next to him, the truth was already clear.

"What kind of mess is this...?"

He rubbed his temples helplessly.

Hongdou, the examiner, clearly knew the contents of the scroll, yet she still fell for it, which is truly baffling.

Clearly, Hongdou was unable to preside over this round of exams, and the heavy responsibility naturally fell on his shoulders.

After instructing the logistics staff to take good care of the sleeping red bean, Ibiki Morino turned and left, preparing to take charge himself.

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On the edge of the Death Forest, another scene is unfolding.

"Hey, Yuzuki, you got the Heavenly Scroll."

Yuuki Shinomiya's scroll was hanging openly at her waist, without any attempt to conceal it, a detail that Naruto noticed immediately.

He shook his head, a hint of regret flashing across his face.

"What bad luck! We're also from the Heavenly Scrolls."

This test requires each team to collect two scrolls, one for heaven and one for earth, and reach the tower in the center of the forest within five days to pass.

Teams with different scrolls will inevitably have to compete for them.

Yuzuki gently patted Naruto's shoulder and smiled, "Don't worry, we'll meet again someday."

"I won't hold back then."

"Come on, I'm ready!"

The two were laughing and joking around, attracting the attention of many onlookers.

The candidates from other teams all focused their attention on Shinomiya Yuuki, or more precisely, on the scroll at his waist.

Unlike others who carefully conceal their scroll types for fear of revealing them, Yuyue's behavior was extremely bold.

Before the assessment even began, Yuyue had already attracted the attention of many teams that possessed the Scroll of Earth.

"Boss, this guy has the Heavenly Scroll, isn't this perfect?"

The boy who spoke had bronze skin and a strong physique. He was only twelve years old, but his height already exceeded that of his peers.

He was an examinee from Hidden Cloud Village, named Higanbana no Takashi.

The leader he mentioned, Yotsuki Ryūryō, comes from the famous Yotsuki clan of Kumogakure.

Most members of the Yotsuki clan are ordinary, but Yotsuki Ryūra is exceptionally talented and diligent, mastering the Lightning Release Chakra Mode at a young age.

His body was burly, with bronze skin and well-defined muscles, like a moving iron tower.

They were the team that Raikage had high hopes for.

"Chong is right, this is practically a free opportunity to advance. It seems this exam is much easier than the last one."

The third person in the group, hope Huanjing, chimed in, saying that he and hope Huanchong were brothers.

The thought of the last written test sent chills down their spines; they couldn't answer a single question!

They ultimately had to submit a blank paper, but they managed to pass by gritting their teeth and persevering through the last question.

Under the expectant gazes of the two brothers, Yotsuki Ryūra slowly spoke:

"Go if you want, but don't blame me if something goes wrong."

He crossed his arms and looked indifferent.

"Huh? Why, boss?"

The two exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with astonishment.

These two guys are clearly not particularly smart.

"Is this guy that good?"

Who is he?

"I don't know either," Yoruichi said casually.

"Uh...so how did you determine that he's very strong, boss?"

The hope Huan brothers looked at each other in silence, slightly bewildered.

Yoru Ryō continued:

"Although I don't know him, I do know the blond kid next to him. That's Naruto Uzumaki, the Hokage's son."

"Can you imagine that someone who hangs out with the son of the Hokage would be a weakling?"

"If you're willing to team up with me, you should understand this principle."

The two brothers suddenly realized, "That makes sense..."

"Boss, we understand. Let's change our target."

The hope Huan brothers nodded in agreement.

His gaze turned toward Orochimaru's location.

"Those few grass ninjas seem easy to deal with. They come from a small ninja village, what powerful figures could they possibly be?"

This time, Yoruichiro didn't object: "Whatever you want."

Chapter 165 Sasuke and the Snake

In the Grass Ninja group, Orochimaru suddenly felt several burning gazes on his back.

He turned around with a hint of curiosity, met the gazes of those guys from Cloud Village, and couldn't help but find it somewhat amusing.

"Do you see me as prey?"

"Hehehe..."

With a meaningful chuckle, Orochimaru didn't waste any more attention on these people.

His mind is completely focused on Sasuke right now.

Of course, if those kids from Hidden Cloud Village were courting death, he wouldn't mind taking care of them.

On Team 7's side, as if by telepathy, Sasuke suddenly turned around and met Orochimaru's gaze.

Their gazes clashed like swords.

A strange smile suddenly appeared on Sasuke's face.

Orochimaru was slightly taken aback. The Uchiha children were so polite?

He then returned the smile.

"Sasuke-kun, I've been looking forward to meeting you."

Orochimaru licked his lips, his eyes burning with desire.

After waiting for a long time without seeing Mitarashi Anko, Ibiki Morino eventually took over the exam.

"Dear candidates, your original examiner is unable to attend due to illness. I will be taking over the next exam."

"Alright everyone, please follow the staff to the entrance to prepare to enter the Forest of Death."

As Ibiki Morino finished speaking, the crowd began to move slowly.

Each team enters the Forest of Death from a different entrance.

This is to avoid teams encountering each other at the beginning, giving everyone room to devise strategies.

Yuzuki, led by a Konoha ninja, arrived at the entrance to the Forest of Death.

"Please come in."

The Konoha ninja pushed open the door and said.

Yuyue nodded and strode in.

The second round of the Chunin Exams: The Forest of Death Challenge

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A sharp whistling sound rang out.

As soon as the exam began, Orochimaru's team shot into the depths of the forest like arrows released from a bow.

His eyes gleamed with excitement as he gave the order:

"Go and find those little guys."

One of his men answered in response:

"You mean those three children, right?"

As soon as he finished speaking, the two men split up and searched along the roads on either side.

Orochimaru was left alone and headed straight for the depths of the Forest of Death.

"Spiritual communication!"

As he ran, Orochimaru quickly formed hand seals.

Several enormous snakes appeared out of nowhere and, obeying Orochimaru's will, swiftly slithered into the forest.

He was tasked with finding Sasuke's whereabouts.

With a swift movement, Orochimaru was already standing atop a lush, leafy tree.

The view here is expansive, offering a panoramic view of most of the Death Forest, with many dark figures moving about in the woods.

Those were the other candidates.

He glanced around:

"Sasuke-kun, where are you hiding?"

Orochimaru licked his lips, looking expectant.

"Hey, what are you looking for, buddy?"