Chapter 137
Asuma Sarutobi nodded, "I noticed it when I was teaching him, but he's become even more terrifying now..."
Kurenai Yuhi, being relatively junior, had never truly witnessed Naruto's combat, and at this moment, she couldn't help but be dumbfounded.
"What a, what a powerful guy..."
Inuzuka Kiba laughed, "He is the top student of our generation, after all. It's only natural for him to have such strength."
Sakura Haruno remained silent, but her expression was very grim.
She hadn't expected that Naruto, whom she once disdained, had grown to such an extent... Temariwas also a Wind Release Ninja, and seeing this scene, she was equally startled.
"What kind of power is that..."
"Although the Wind Release: Great BreakthroughNinjutsu itself isn't much, how much power it can unleash depends on the amount of Chakra and the Ninja's own ability. That guy, in a weakened state, with his Chakra absorbed, can still release such a terrifyingly massive Ninjutsu. It's simply..."
Kankuro was also equally shocked.
Gaara's body even trembled slightly.
"Good, such a strong person is even more worthy of being killed by me!"
"Killing him will prove the meaning of my existence even more!"
Hinata and Sasuke both breathed a sigh of relief.
Sasuke snorted, "That guy really is a monster. To still have such strength in this situation..."
Hinata smiled slightly, "Sasuke, why don't you tell Naruto-kun such a compliment directly?"
Sasuke was startled, then silently shook his head.
Naruto, on the other hand, was overjoyed, circling the entire training ground, running around and waving to everyone, as if he had won the entire universe.
Hiruzen Sarutobi also smiled.
"To still have such energy, it truly is you, Naruto..."
Yakushi Kabuto, who had voluntarily forfeited and was observing from the sidelines, also revealed a sinister smile.
"No wonder, Lord Orochimaru chose an additional prey besides Sasuke..."
"Uzumaki Naruto? He's a truly terrifying kid..."
The commotion caused by Naruto lasted for a long time.
But Gekkō Hayate, as the examiner, still coughed a few times and announced that the matches would continue.
The next two battles were 'infighting' within the same squad.
One battle was Nara Shikamaru against Akimichi Choji.
These two best friends, by a strange coincidence, were assigned to the same group.
Nara Shikamaru didn't have much fighting spirit and even wanted to voluntarily forfeit, giving the winner's position to Choji.
However... Choji seriously said to Shikamaru, "Shikamaru, even if you and I are the best of friends, and can even die for each other, but..."
"I don't want you to give up this battle."
Shikamaru couldn't help but be stunned, "Why? It's just a match."
Choji shook his head, "Haven't you understood after seeing Naruto and their efforts?"
"This isn't just an exam; it's also a moment to prove ourselves."
"Although I'd be happy to goof around with you, Shikamaru, and live a lazy life, we can't always be idle, after all..."
"We have our families behind us, and Teacher Asuma, Ino, and all our relatives, companions, and friends in the Village... They all need our protection."
"So, fight me seriously, Shikamaru!"
Nara Shikamaru looked at his friend's firm gaze and finally nodded.
"I understand, Choji."
"Although it's troublesome, for your sake, I'll make an exception and gather my motivation this one time!"
Choji laughed, "Good! That's what a true brother is like!"
He immediately put all his effort into it, unleashing his family's secret technique.
"Secret Art! Partial Expansion Jutsu!"
"Human Bullet Tank!"
Rumble—
Boom!!!
Choji instantly transformed into a giant meatball, smashing towards Shikamaru with a roar!
In terms of strength, impact, and destructive power, Choji was among the best of the Konoha 12.
However, with Shikamaru's personality, offense Might not be his strong suit, but dodging was first-rate.
He quickly avoided Choji's attack, clasping his hands together, observing Choji's attack trajectory.
"Choji, no one understands me better than you, and no one understands you better than me."
"So..."
"I won't hold back."
Nara Shikamaru immediately unleashed his family's secret technique.
"Shadow Imitation Jutsu!"
In an instant, a shadow rapidly extended from Shikamaru's feet, chasing after the rolling Human Bullet Tank!
But just as Shikamaru said, Choji also knew Shikamaru's jutsu like the back of his hand.
"Heh! You won't catch me so easily!"
He constantly changed his trajectory, making it difficult for Shikamaru's shadow to pursue.
Shikamaru, however, smiled.
"As expected, he's not easy to deal with..."
"But..."
Shikamaru suddenly manipulated his shadow, attacking from behind!
But Choji seemed to have anticipated it; the Human Bullet Tank actually bounced directly upwards, soaring into the sky!
Once again dodging the shadow!
"Oh?"
Shikamaru was also surprised; it seemed Chojiunderstood him too well... "Heh, I haven't been slacking off either, Shikamaru!"
Shikamaru nodded, "That's true."
Choji's Human Bullet Tank landed back on the ground, then furiously charged towards Shikamaruagain!
Shikamaru was about to be hit head-on.
Suddenly... *Buzz*—
With a soft sound, the Human Bullet Tank suddenly stopped rotating.
Choji's offensive was also forced to freeze.
"Wh-what's going on?!"
Shikamaru smiled slightly, "Shadow Imitation Jutsu, successful."
He glanced back slightly, and Choji was also forced to imitate his action and look back.
Indeed, his shadow was already connected to Shikamaru's.
"When did..."
Shikamaru laughed, "Although you bounced up and dodged the shadow's pursuit, which was indeed impressive and surprised me, even if a person flies, their shadow is still on the ground..."
Choji then realized, "At that moment, you had already connected to my shadow?"
"That's right."
Choji burst into laughter, "As expected of Shikamaru!"
"As expected, I still can't escape your grasp..."
"I lose!"
Although this battle was simple, it left a deep impression on many Jonin.
Asuma took a puff of his cigarette and laughed, "That Shikamaru, he hasn't even started taking it seriously yet..."
"But Choji has also grown a lot..."
"If it weren't for Choji, perhaps no one could ignite Shikamaru's fighting spirit..."
The next battle was Inuzuka Kiba against Shino Aburame.
Although Inuzuka Kiba fought with all his Might, unleashing the Fang Over Fang secret technique with Akamaru, he ultimately lost to his teammate's Kikaichū.
The Parasitic Destruction Insect Secret Technique, capable of 偵查, tracking, sensing, devouring, attacking, and defending, was almost omnipotent, possessing an almost unparalleled upper limit.
Shino Aburame had already planted Kikaichū on Inuzuka Kiba and Akamaru, and as the opponents launched successive attacks, the insects swiftly devoured the Chakra and strength of both the man and the dog, forcing them to surrender.
Shino Aburame's strength also left a deep impression.
Subsequently.
Temari defeated Ino.
Although Ino had also worked very hard during this time, her mastered secret techniques were more geared towards support.
Even if she could successfully take over an enemy's body, if the difference in strength between them was too great, there would be a risk of being broken free or even being 反噬.
At least at this moment, Temari's strength was indeed far superior to Ino's.
The next battle... Rock Lee against Misumi Tsurugi!
Misumi Tsurugi was also an Otogakure VillageNinja, a subordinate of Orochimaru, possessing the Soft Physique Modification secret technique invented by Orochimaru.
This secret technique allowed his body to soften and stretch freely like a snake, not only defending against enemy attacks but also using it for bizarre attacks.
Rock Lee was full of enthusiasm, his moves were fast, precise, ruthless, and his powerful and exquisite Taijutsu strength amazed everyone!
But right from the start, facing this strange enemy who softened and deflected his strength, Rock Leealso fell into a bitter struggle.
His moves seemed to have no effect on the enemy, and instead, the opponent could entangle and bind him.
At a tricky moment, he heard Naruto cheering him on.
And he saw his most respected and beloved Teacher Guy, looking at him with absolute confidence... In that instant, Rock Lee's strength surged again!
Ultimately, Rock Lee defeated Misumi Tsurugi with a Leaf Whirlwind.
He used bandages to wrap around the opponent's body, making it difficult for the enemy to unleash power, and then his fierce offensive, like a storm, became unbearable for Misumi Tsurugi.
This battle also earned Rock Lee respect.
"Teacher Guy! I did it!"
Might Guy gave a thumbs up, showing a healthy smile.
"Well done, Lee!"
"Youth is meant to explode!"