Listen to advice: I, Sasuke, why should I defect to Konoha?

"Well, let me formally introduce you. This is the Fifth Kazekage of our Sand Village..."

"What? Gaara is the Fifth Kazekage!" Shikamaru exclaimed in surprise when he heard Kankuro's introduction.

How can this be! !

Because of Sasuke's butterfly effect, Konoha did not ask for help from the three Sunagakure siblings when they were chasing the four Sound Ninjas. Therefore, the connection with Sunagakure is not that close, and I have the impression that I am basically in the Chunin Examination, and I know very little about Sunagakure's information...

Naturally, Shikamaru didn't have too much contact with the other party!

"Long time no see, Uchiha Sasuke..." Ignoring Shikamaru's surprise, Gaara stared at Sasuke with a deep gaze and spoke calmly.

Although the defeat and capture in the last battle allowed him to find himself again, how could Gaara ignore this opponent who defeated him!

"Konoha Jonin Uchiha Sasuke, I have been ordered to wait here for a long time..."

Chapter 241 Hokage and Kazekage set out for Iwagakure Village

Hokage building, conference room.

"Two years ago, the reason why Konoha's joint chuunin exams were suspended is well known! Everyone knows the rights and wrongs, so there is no need to say more today..."

"Now Hokage-sama plans to re-hold the Chuunin exam, which can be regarded as a make-up test for the last interrupted exam. Kazekage-sama, has Sunagakure decided to participate in this joint Chunin exam?" Beside Tsunade, Shizune looked at Gaara San. People get straight to the point.

The subordinates of Tsunade are Shikaku, Kakashi, Sasuke and Shikamaru.

"About this, we want to know the true purpose of Lord Hokage. The so-called make-up exam has no meaning to us! Whether it is the identity of the two of them or ours, it is enough to prove that this Chunin make-up exam is unnecessary." Within a moment, , Kankuro pointed at Sasuke and Shikamaru and asked sharply.

Several of them are now either jounin or chuunin, Gaara and even Kage! The reason for taking a make-up exam is simply untenable.

"Haha... Well, to show my sincerity, I'll just say it straight out!" Seeing this, Tsunade simply spoke frankly. She hated those roundabout so-called politics.

"The first reason is to seize the opportunity to gather intelligence from various countries and test their strength and potential. This is also the underlying purpose that everyone knows!"

"Second, we have received news that the [Akatsuki] organization will take action to capture the tailed beasts soon. As a one-tailed jinchuriki, the Kazekage-dono is one of their targets. Therefore, opening up the village to accept candidates from all countries this time is also a test. An attempt by [Xiao]..."

In an instant, Tsunade's speech was like a bomb that detonated the entire conference room.

"Akatsuki wants to capture the tailed beasts? How is that possible!!" Temari couldn't wait to speak first, her worry evident in her words.

With great difficulty, her brother got rid of Shukaku's influence and became the Fifth Kazekage. How could he now...

"This is the exact information obtained from Master Jiraiya, one of the three ninjas, and the former Akatsuki member Konoha rebel Orochimaru!" Seeing Temari's doubts, Kakashi couldn't help but confirm it.

"Damn it..." Temari and Kankuro gasped for breath at the same time, showing dissatisfaction upon hearing the information they had received from the second of the Konoha Sannin.

"Xiao!!" Shikaku and his son's eyes flashed at the same time, and they were very concerned about this organization that dared to collect tailed beasts.

"Then, I agree!" Just when everyone was secretly shocked, Gaara said with a flash of determination in his eyes. "However, I request that this joint examination be held under the auspices of Sunagakure. Since it is a bait to stimulate [Akatsuki], it is most appropriate for me, the Jinchuuriki, to take the initiative! Moreover, I want to announce to all countries in this joint examination that I will be the Kazekage." position..."

"No, I don't agree! This is a joint examination initiated by Konoha, how can Sunagakure be allowed to host it." Tsunade, who heard Gaara's request for the first time, refused without hesitation.

If Sunagakure were to host the event, then Konoha's leadership would be meaningless! It would also lose the significance of her using the Chunin Exams to showcase Konoha's strength and test the potential of other nations...

"If Hokage-sama insists, then it is a pity that Sunagakure may not be able to participate this time!" Gaara went straight to the general without showing any weakness. He could not let go of this stage to show Sunagakure's strength to other countries.

Because of the last invasion of Konoha and the death of the fourth Kazekage, the outside world seriously underestimated Sunagakure's strength! This also resulted in Sunagakure's workload being very small and almost unable to make ends meet. Coupled with the previous ransom payment to Konoha, Sunagakure must use his strength to change the image of Ninja Village.

Moreover, he also needs this opportunity to eliminate the opposition in the village...

"Master Kazekage, isn't this too risky!"

"Yes, this matter needs long-term consideration..."

Temari and Kankuro, unaware of Gaara's considerations, subconsciously stopped him at the same time. The Sand Village could no longer bear the consequences of losing Gaara.

[This kid can become the Kazekage, he is indeed not a simple character...] At the same time, Tsunade and Shikaku looked at Gaara and sighed inwardly.

It is true that this time it is a joint examination sponsored by Konoha. Even if Sunagakure doesn't participate, logically it doesn't hurt!

But in fact, if Sunagakure doesn't participate, it might really become a one-man show for the Konoha family. Iwagakure, Kumogakure, and Kirigakure will most likely refuse to participate like last time.

So the final result is likely to be an embarrassing performance between Konoha and some small villages, which will not meet Tsunade's expectations and will make Konoha a laughing stock in the ninja world!

"So, can this exam be divided into two venues? Konoha will host the first one, and Sunagakure will host the second one." Just when the negotiations reached a deadlock, the silent Sasuke suddenly suggested.

Knowing the outcome, he didn't want to delay this for too long...

"It's divided into two venues! One written test and one practical test. Good opinion!" Lu Jiu reacted first and unexpectedly glanced at Sasuke to express his approval.

In this case, this is already the best choice!

Furthermore, Sasuke's move undoubtedly shifted the greatest risk to Sunagakure. If Akatsuki made any unusual moves, they would definitely be made during the second combat assessment.

Just like Orochimaru launched the plan to collapse Konoha!

As for showing Konoha's strength and gathering intelligence, there was not much delay in these two exams...

"Hokage-sama..." Kakashi, who also understood the mystery, immediately turned to look at Tsunade, standing up for his disciple.

"Huh... If Lord Kazekage accepts this proposal, we can move on to the next topic. If you disagree, then please do as you please!" Tsunade exhaled a breath and immediately regained her previous confidence and remained unquestionable.

She didn't believe that Gaara, who was eager to show Sunagakure's name, disagreed with this plan.

[This guy is indeed not simple, whether it is strength or wisdom...] Gaara turned his head and looked at Sasuke deeply, and agreed to the plan under the hesitant expressions of Temari and Kankuro.

Just as Tsunade thought, he must not let go of this golden opportunity!

An hour later, the Hokage's office.

"Kakashi, Sasuke, it has been confirmed that the Joint Chunin Exam will be held in a week. You can go and deliver the invitations! Remember, don't be too reluctant when collecting intelligence, and prioritize your own safety..." Back in the office, Tsunade gave Kakashi and Sasuke solemn instructions.

Shizune from Kumogakure and Kirigakure had just sent ANBU there, and now they were just missing the two most critical villages!

"Yes, Hokage-sama..."

Sasuke and Kakashi looked at each other and responded in unison, took the scroll and walked out of the Hokage Building.

"Sasuke, I have been busy and haven't talked to you. The Kingdom of Earth and the Kingdom of Rain are in the same direction. Let's set off together! I want to know your growth in the past two years..." Looking at Sasuke next to him who is not weaker than himself in height , Kakashi suggested with a glint in his eyes.

Letting Sasuke go to Iwagakure to face Onoki alone, I still feel a little worried without testing his strength!

[Detecting Kakashi’s suggestion triggers B-level reward.

Mission: Master and apprentice together; Reward: Earth Escape·Blade Fighting Stick...]

Chapter 242 Copying Kamui, Sasuke’s Kaleidoscope Eye Technique

The northwest border of the Fire Country.

Whizzing……

In the leafy jungle, two figures, one black and one white, flew past quickly and suddenly stopped moving.

"Let's go right here! Not far ahead is the border of the Land of Fire, the Land of Rain, and the Land of Grass. We will separate there..." Under the cover of night, Kakashi opened his forehead protector to reveal his scarlet Sharingan. To Sasuke.

The exchange of information has been completed on the road, now it’s time to test your strength! Not only because of his mission to Iwagakure, but because he had to master Sasuke's strength to prevent Urashiki's "wedge".

That's what Kakashi is worried about! !

"Teacher, although I don't think this is necessary. But you insist on doing so, so I have no choice but to accompany you to the end..." Sasuke nodded helplessly, knowing full well about Kakashi's worries.

It just so happened that he also wanted to know Kakashi's strength growth in the past two years!

The next moment, Sasuke's dark eyes turned into three scarlet magatama...

"Then, the test begins."

Seeing Sasuke open his Sharingan, Kakashi shouted and pulled away, his hands turned into invisible shadows and quickly formed seals.

[What a fast sealing speed, at least twice as fast as before! Worthy of copying the ninja Kakashi...] Sasuke secretly thought, barely able to see the afterimages through Sharingan enhancement.

'Fire Release: High Fireball Technique...' Just as Sasuke secretly sighed, Kakashi completed the seal in an instant and opened his mouth to spit out a red fireball with a diameter of six meters.

In an instant, a fireball like a two-story single-family apartment rolled over with devastating force, and the scorching heat directly pulled out a charred trench.

"Teacher, are you looking down on me a little bit!" Facing the rolling fireball, Sasuke said calmly. Although Kakashi's move was very bluffing, in front of him it was completely a trick! !

"Fire Release: High Fireball Technique..." Almost at the same time as he spoke, Sasuke quickly formed a seal and exploded.

With a bang, a super fireball with a diameter of more than thirty meters was like a natural disaster. Its huge size was in sharp contrast to Kakashi's fireball, like a watermelon and a peach.

In the blink of an eye, the super fireball swallowed Kakashi's huge fireball and pushed forward...

[As expected, no matter how many times I see it, I will always be shocked by Sasuke's Fire Release! However, my purpose is to use your fire escape to cover my sight. 】Kakashi said silently in front of the huge fire escape, and formed seals with his hands at high speed again. 'Earth Release·Blade Stick...'

"Puff puff puff puff..."

In an instant, countless stone pillars of different sizes burst out from the calm ground. A large number of stone pillars blinked to form a labyrinth stone forest with a radius of fifty meters, and the super fireball rose into the air.

In a matter of seconds, almost at the moment when the super powerful fireball was pushed into the air, a solid stone pillar hugged by three people rushed to Sasuke with lightning speed.

"So fast!!" Seeing the impact of the stone pillar in front of him, Sasuke's eyes flashed with red thunder arcs erupting around him.

"Bang... click... sizzle..."

Facing the powerful Chidori Blast, ordinary stone pillars were shattered and scattered in the blink of an eye...

"This way you won't be able to dodge!" At the moment Sasuke exploded, Kakashi's voice suddenly emerged from the stone pillar, and blue and white lightning arcs flashed in his hands. 'Rachel...'

[Are all serial attacks meant to deceive others? But, I won...] Sasuke looked at Kakashi who had a sudden attack and raised the corner of his mouth, completing the last seal with one hand hidden behind his back.

Earth Release: Fighting Blade Rod, he had been rewarded for mastering it after agreeing to follow Kakashi, so he naturally knew the ability of this technique to deal with it in advance.

This B-level earth escape can not only control the land to turn into rock pillars to attack in a wide range, but the caster can also cling to the rock pillars and make secret attacks.

Sooner or later, Sasuke transformed into six phantom clones in a flash of lightning!

The moment the phantom clone appeared, the Kusanagi sword at his waist was instantly unsheathed and slashed at Kakashi from six directions, southeast, northwest, up and down, without any blind spots.

It's the Shisui Instant Technique! !

"Nani..." Facing the blind-angle attack from Sasuke's sixth clone, Kakashi's expression changed instantly.

If it is a shadow clone, he can also break through an outstanding encirclement. But facing this kind of phantom clone that is both a phantom and a physical attack, his attacks are directly ineffective and he can only be forced to withstand the opponent's attacks without blind spots.

[It seems that Sasuke has indeed become stronger! Not just the so-called magic, but also the application skills of magic. A qualified ninja completes the battle with the minimum cost, then...] The joy in Kakashi's eyes flashed, and the three magatama in his left eye turned into the Mangekyō Sharingan in the blink of an eye.

"Divine power..."

Without hesitation, Kakashi directly launched the pupil technique on the three phantom clones in front of him, upper, middle and lower, preparing to open the gap.

In an instant, the void of the three phantom clones twisted, spinning and pulling the phantom Sasuke clone...

At this moment! !