Naruto, what kind of Hokage would you be if you didn't roll around!

"They actually blasted the sand-bound coffin away?!"

Kakashi frowned and asked, "Have you fused the power of the Gentle Fist Eight Trigrams Palm and the Eight Trigrams Empty Palm into one?"

"The released chakra transformed into an air shield that emitted an outward shockwave, repelling the enemy's attack..."

Naruto was overjoyed: "That's amazing, Hinata!"

Sasuke said, "No, that's not right..."

Kakashi sighed, "Hinata's move was her ultimate technique, but it also exhausted her last bit of chakra. I'm afraid..."

really.

After using this move, Hinata couldn't help but gasp for breath and almost collapsed.

Gaara was even more furious when he saw that his technique had been broken.

"Kill you!"

He suddenly manipulated more sand, which came down in a massive, overwhelming attack, intending to completely engulf Hinata!

Hinata was powerless to resist and could only let the sand engulf her.

"A grand funeral amidst the sand!"

Gaara was about to clench his fist and unleash a ruthless and deadly blow!

At this moment...

Kakashi suddenly appeared in front of Hinata, protecting her, lifting her out of the sand, and leaping out of the sandfall funeral procession.

And Naruto, without hesitation, leaped down and rushed towards Hinata.

"Hinata! Are you...are you alright?!"

Hinata looked at Kakashi-sensei and Naruto rushing towards her. Although her heart was pounding, she felt incredibly warm inside and couldn't help but gently shake her head.

"I, I'm fine..."

"Thank you, Kakashi-sensei, and..."

"Naruto-kun..."

Kakashi landed, glanced at Gaara, and said to Genma Shiranui.

"We throw in the towel."

Genma Shiranui nodded: "The winner is Gaara!"

Gaara was furious that Hinata hadn't been killed, roaring like a ferocious beast that had released its prey!

"Sooner or later..."

I will kill you with my own hands!

"None of the prey I've wanted to kill have escaped!"

Naruto flew into a rage: "It's just a Chunin Exam! Hinata has no grudge against you, why did you have to kill her?!"

"Gaara, you bastard! If I ever run into you again, I'll never let you get away with this!"

"Hinata, don't worry, I will definitely avenge you!"

Gaara coldly replied, "You want to protect her?"

"Then I'll kill you first!"

Naruto angrily said, "Then let's give it a try!"

……

The match ended, and although Gaara's ferocity shocked everyone, Hinata's performance was already outstanding.

Even Hiashi Hyuga sincerely applauded his daughter.

"Hinata, you did a great job..."

Hinata Hanabi wiped away her tears: "Sister, you're already so strong..."

The Jonin watching the battle also applauded.

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded and said, "Gaara is indeed powerful, but Hinata's talent and strength have already completely proven herself, far surpassing ordinary people..."

Even Maki, Temari, and Kankuro had to admit this.

"That girl is really amazing..."

"Yes, if we hadn't run into Gaara, it would probably have caused a lot of trouble for our plans..."

"Konoha Village is indeed a place where hidden talents abound; it should not be underestimated..."

at this time.

Genma Shiranui continued, "The two sides in the next battle are..."

Rock Lee!

"Battle..."

"Hyuga Neji!!!"

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"Hinata, are you okay?"

Naruto asked with concern.

Hinata shook her head and smiled: "It's alright, it's just a pity that we still lost..."

Naruto said, "You've done very well!"

"That monster is just too monstrous!"

Sasuke nodded silently.

Kakashi said, "The final battle of the Chunin Exams is not about winning or losing, but about assessing the strength, will, intelligence, decision-making, and so on demonstrated in battle—a comprehensive evaluation."

"In other words, although Hinata lost, it doesn't mean she will be eliminated as a shinin."

"On the contrary, even if you win, you are not guaranteed a promotion."

Naruto was overjoyed: "I see! Hinata can definitely do it!"

Kakashi smiled and said, "Well, judging from Hinata's performance just now, her strength, willpower, ability to create her own ninjutsu, and that unwavering determination..."

"If it were me, I would have let her pass the selection process too."

Hinata smiled shyly: "Thank you, Kakashi-sensei..."

at this time.

Class 7 also heard the announcement of the next match.

"Rock Lee versus Neji Hyuga!"

Naruto's heart moved.

"Is that Li?!"

"And what's more, the opponent just happens to be that bastard Hyuga Neji!"

"Great! We can finally fulfill our one-year promise with him!"

He immediately shouted, "Li! Go for it!"

"We must defeat that Hyuga Neji!"

Rock Lee turned around, gave Naruto a thumbs-up, and flashed a bright smile.

"Oh! I definitely will! Naruto!"

Hinata, however, looked in Neji's direction.

"Neji-nii..."

Might Guy laughed heartily: "Didn't expect it to be a battle between Lee and Neji?"

"Regardless of the outcome, remember this most important point..."

“Youth is meant to burn!!!”

Rock Lee immediately replied, "Oh! I'll remember that, Mr. Kai!"

Neji could only shake his head helplessly.

This battle also attracted much attention.

After all, in many people's eyes, Hyuga Neji is the strongest Konoha ninja in this Chunin Exam!

As for Rock Lee, hardly anyone has ever heard of him.

Although he performed well in the qualifiers.

Rock Lee faced Neji Hyuga, full of vigor, his hands in the starting stance, and said confidently.

"Neji, this day has finally come!"

"I've always wanted to have a fair fight with you and prove my strength!"

"I want to prove that one can become a powerful ninja solely through taijutsu!"

"You are indeed a genius, but I want to say that hard work can definitely help you surpass genius!"

Hyuga Neji said coldly, "You're still the same, Lee, spouting nonsense."

"Give up, Li. Your fate was sealed the moment you were born."

"You're the worst student, and I'm a genius—that's an unchangeable fate!"

Rock Lee smiled slightly: "Then let's prove everything with a fight!"

Hyuga Neji scoffed, "Truly stubborn and incorrigible."

Shiranui Genma gave an order.

"The battle begins!"

To everyone's surprise...

As soon as the referee finished speaking, Rock Lee unleashed an unparalleled burst of violent chakra.

"Ah ah ah ah ah--"

His chakra and aura surged instantly, terrifying power filling his entire body, even causing veins to bulge on his face and body, making him look extremely ferocious!

On the earth, sand and stones flew, and dust swirled wildly!

Neji Hyuga was also taken aback: "That, that's..."

Matt Kai frowned as well, saying, "Is that guy Lee planning to use that move from the very beginning?!"

Tian Tian was startled: "That's Teacher Kai's..."

"Even though only Li has learned it, is it really a good idea to use that move right from the start?!"

"Li is determined to go all in, to fight to the death!"

Might Guy shook his head: "No, it's precisely because Lee knows Neji too well..."

“In previous sparring sessions, Lee never won once because Neji’s Gentle Fist was a perfect counter to his physical techniques.”

"As long as Neji makes a move, he can accurately strike pressure points and block Lee's chakra flow, preventing him from using this technique at all."

Fortunately, Li unleashed his final killing move right from the start!

Tian Tian said, "I see, but in this way..."

"The battle will likely be decided in an instant..."

Naruto listened with great curiosity: "Thick-browed teacher, what kind of technique did Lee use?"

"Okay, great!"

Might Guy said in a deep voice, "That is the ultimate taijutsu technique that unlocks the restrictions on the meridians within the body..."

"Eight Gate Dunjia Formation!"