Konoha: Intentionally losing to Hinata at the start

Sakura looked at Yu Ming and smiled, "Yu Ming, are you going to participate in the Chunin Exams?"

Yu Ming frowned and said, "Whether we participate or not depends on whether Kakashi-sensei reports our names."

Sakura knew about the Chunin Exams, but not about the process, so she was a little curious.

Yu Ming originally wanted to leave directly, but Xiao Ying insisted on dragging him to eat something.

He's different from Sasuke; he's not as cold-blooded.

So I could only go eat with Sakura, Naruto, and Sasuke.

Meanwhile, in the Hokage's office.

The Third Hokage looked at the group of Jonin standing in the Hokage Room.

"The Chunin Exams are about to begin."

Asuma frowned and said, "We know that there have been many more ninjas from other villages coming to our village recently, but have we notified other countries?"

The Chunin Exams are a joint event held by Konoha and other ninja villages from other countries.

However, apart from Konoha, it is rare for the other five great nations' ninja villages to participate.

They are all small to medium-sized ninja villages, with the largest being a medium-sized ninja village like Amegakure.

The Sand Village participated because of their alliance with Konoha.

However, this is still an exam to showcase the strength of the ninja village, so Konoha attaches great importance to the Chunin Exams every year.

The Third Hokage nodded. "I've informed them."

Kurenai asked curiously, "When will it be held?"

The third generation said, "One week later."

The Jonin in the Hokage's office all felt somewhat rushed.

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Kakashi remained silent because he had nothing to say.

The Third Hokage had promised that if Yu Ming completed that mission, he would be promoted to Chunin today.

However, with Yu Ming's strength, he could easily become a Chunin on his own.

After explaining the Chunin Exams process, the Third Hokage looked at the group of Jonin and asked, "If you have decided whether you wish to participate in this Chunin Exams, please present your list of nominees."

After the three generations finished speaking, they waited a few minutes to think before continuing, "Alright, now, hand in your recommended lists."

The Jonin reported their squads.

When it was Kakashi's turn, many people felt that since Kakashi's team had only been formed for half a year, they wouldn't recommend them to participate in this Chunin Exam.

Kakashi, however, said, "Team Kakashi, in the name of Hatake Kakashi, I recommend my subordinates Yu Ming, Uchiha Sasuke, Haruno Sakura, and Uzumaki Naruto to participate in this Chunin Exam."

In the Hokage's room, everyone was stunned. "What's going on? Kakashi's team has only been formed for half a year, and they actually want to participate in this Chunin Exam? Doesn't Kakashi know what he will face when participating in the Chunin Exam? This is too reckless."

Kakashi doesn't care at all what others think.

When it came to Asuma's turn, he calmly recommended his own squad, as did Kurenai Yuhi.

This caused an uproar among the Jonin.

Keep in mind that this team of three consists of rookies who have only graduated from the Ninja Academy six months ago, making it very dangerous for them to participate in the Chunin Exams.

Because the second round of the Chunin Exams is life-threatening.

Even Kai stepped forward and said, "Kakashi, it's too reckless of you to let them participate in the Chunin Exams now. It's too early for them. Yu Ming is fine, but have you thought about the others?"

"I always let my students participate in the following year."

Kakashi calmly replied, "That means my student is stronger than yours."

Kai frowned, not because of Kakashi's provocation, but because he didn't know why Kakashi would do such a thing.

After observing the change in Guy's expression, Kakashi patted him on the shoulder and laughed, "I was just joking, but I believe them."

Just then, Iruka, who was recording the proceedings, stood up and said, "Kakashi, Jonin, I don't think you're being responsible to your subordinates. You should know how dangerous it is to participate in the Chunin Exams. They have no chance of passing. And even if they aren't in mortal danger, what you're doing will damage their confidence."

Kakashi turned to Iruka and said very seriously, "Iruka-sensei, although you were their teacher, I think they have been away from you for more than half a year. I know them better than you do. If you still have doubts about whether they are capable of participating in the Chunin Exams..."

"You can definitely test them."

Iruka frowned, but finally agreed with Kakashi, "Alright, if after my testing they are not qualified to participate in the Chunin Exams, I hope Jonin Kakashi can withdraw his recommendation for them."

Kakashi nodded, agreeing to Iruka's request.

After finishing their meal, Yu Ming went back home with Sakura, Naruto, and Sasuke.

He also likes to wander around outside.

Walking down the street late at night, Yu Ming came to a deserted street with few streetlights. Under one of the streetlights, a person stood.

Upon seeing him, Yu Ming smiled and said, "Teacher Iruka, your transformation technique is still as perfect as ever."

Standing under the streetlight, Iruka, who was preparing to attack Yu Ming, was stunned. "You actually recognized me?"

He couldn't believe that Yu Ming, whose grades were so ordinary at the ninja academy, was the first person to recognize him.

Even Sasuke didn't recognize him.

Yu Ming smiled and said, "It's your chakra. I'll remember it."

Iruka had initially wanted to deny it, but seeing Yu Ming's subtle gaze, he knew he had completely exposed himself.

Yu Ming had already recognized himself.

He walked over, deactivated his transformation jutsu, and asked curiously, "Are you a sensory-type ninja?"

Yu Ming smiled and said, "I guess so."

Iruka smiled and said, "Teacher, I really didn't notice that before."

Afterwards, Iruka and Yuming talked for a long time, and Iruka finally got a general understanding of what Yuming had been up to during this period.

After confirming with Kakashi, he learned that Yu Ming's normal appearance at the Ninja Academy was an act.

This left him feeling somewhat helpless amidst the novel's popularity.

He didn't even notice at the time.

A week later, the group arrived at the Ninja Academy with Kakashi's recommendation form.

The first round of testing was a written exam, which was Naruto's weakest subject.

The group arrived at the ninja academy and saw a large crowd gathered at the entrance, which was being shrouded in genjutsu by two Chunin.

201 was changed to 301.

Yu Ming came to the back of the group and found it somewhat amusing to watch Xiao Li act.

"Little Lee's acting is pretty good. He managed to hide it from Sasuke and Naruto. Not bad at all."

Although Xiao Li is a martial arts fanatic, it must be said that he is not bad at all.

Sasuke, of course, saw through the illusion and walked up, coldly saying, "Hey, let us go up. We're going to the third floor."

The two Chunin guards were taken aback for a moment, then laughed and said, "Oh, you actually figured it out? Not bad, but just seeing it out isn't enough. People like you want to participate in the Chunin Exams? Don't be ridiculous."

As he spoke, he launched a whip kick at Sasuke.

Sasuke, without hesitation, kicked out.

"Bang~".

Just as their feet were about to collide, Xiao Li suddenly appeared between them.

He grabbed their feet and calmly said, "Please don't fight here."

Sasuke was completely stunned. "This guy was faking it all just now. He's so fast."

Lee's speed made Sasuke feel that it was even comparable to Gaara's.

Yu Ming crossed his arms and leaned against the wall of the corridor, watching the scene unfold before him.

I must say, it's really interesting to stand on the sidelines and watch the show.

The reason Xiao Li rushed out to stop the two was simply to make his presence known in front of Xiao Ying.

He fell in love with Sakura the moment he saw her.

Seeing what was happening in front of him, Neji didn't go over. Instead, he walked to Yu Ming's side and asked, "You've caused quite a stir lately."

Yu Ming crossed his arms and replied calmly, "I didn't cause any major trouble."

"The mission to the Land of Waves involved killing a Jonin. I'm sure you were involved in that."

Neji was very curious about Yu Ming and also wanted to challenge him.

Yu Ming smiled. "You really overestimate me. I can handle some Chunin, but dealing with Jonin would be a challenge."

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Neji naturally didn't believe it, but he didn't ask any further questions because the group was almost finished.

Yu Ming hadn't participated in this matter; he had just stood aside and watched.

Yu Ming only went over after all the problems were resolved.

Actually, he could have participated using a shadow clone, but he thought it would be quite interesting to participate anyway.

Upon arriving on the third floor, Kakashi was already waiting for them outside the door before they entered the examination room.

When Sasuke, Naruto, and the other two saw Kakashi, they were stunned for a moment. "Kakashi-sensei?"

Yu Ming walked behind, looked at Kakashi, and smiled.

Kakashi looked at Yu Ming and smiled, "Your Chunin title is practically guaranteed this year, but Sasuke and the others still need to work harder."

Sasuke and Naruto were particularly puzzled. Naruto asked, "Kakashi-sensei, what's going on? Why is Yu Ming's Chunin title secured? Is there some kind of shady dealing involved?"

Naruto instantly conjured up a series of dark scenarios in his mind.

Kakashi explained, "Because of the S-rank mission we participated in last time, the Third Hokage promised to promote Yu Ming to Chunin today. But I think, even without that reason, given Yu Ming's strength, do you think anyone can be his opponent in this Chunin Exam?"

Naruto and Sasuke only realized this at this moment: Yes, among those who participated in the Chunin Exams, is there anyone who can be a match for Yu Ming?

They mentally went through all the people they knew who were participating in the Chunin Exams and realized that it seemed no one could possibly be a match for Yu Ming.