DreamersGN Chapter 90 Mysterious Bandaged Man
Chapter 90 Mysterious Bandaged Man
Chapter 90 Mysterious Bandaged Man
My encounter with Karin.
This made Naruto both angry and happy.
What angered me was Xiang's experience.
What makes him happy is that he finally has members of his own tribe in reality.
After a long while, Xiang stopped crying and lowered her head somewhat embarrassedly: "I'm sorry, I made you all laugh at me—"
Naruto scratched the back of his head and grinned sheepishly, "Hehe, what's there to thank me for!"
He stretched out his hand and gave Chongxiang a hearty thumbs-up.
"Besides, you are also one of my people, so there's no need for thanks between us."
"Um!"
Xiang nodded solemnly, a sense of peace she had never felt before welling up in her chest. Sasuke, seeing that the two had finally emerged from their grief, regained his composure and reminded them, "Naruto, now we should think about how to pass the exam."
After all, they were still in the second exam, and they had to collect the necessary reels as soon as possible.
"That's right!"
Naruto then remembered the important matter and quickly took out the Earth Scroll he had obtained earlier from his pocket.
Xiang quickly pulled out the scrolls she had kept close to her body and showed them to everyone by opening her palm.
As expected.
Both rolls had the word "地" (di, meaning earth) written in large letters on their covers.
They all happened to have the Book of Earth, but no matching Book of Heaven, which meant they would have to continue searching for other teams to seize the scrolls.
Sakura frowned: "We still need a Book of Heaven."
"Hmph, it's just another scroll to steal." Sasuke crossed his arms, a confident smile playing on his lips. "We're fast enough; we'll run into other teams in the remaining time."
Naruto nodded emphatically, pumping his fist with high spirits, and said, "That's right! Even if we have to fight a few more rounds, I'll definitely lead everyone to pass the exam safely!"
After saying that, he turned to Xiang and grinned, "Xiang, don't worry, just stay with us!"
Looking at Naruto's confident smile, Xiang felt even warmer inside. She softly hummed in agreement.
In the short time they spent together, she had already developed an almost dependent trust in Naruto.
Perhaps, as Naruto said, she is no longer alone.
Just as the members of Class 7 were about to set off to find their next target, Xiang's expression suddenly changed.
"Wait, wait a minute!"
She turned sharply to look into the depths of the woods, her brows furrowed, a hint of wariness flashing in her red eyes.
"...Someone's coming!"
Before the words were finished, a rustling sound of leaves swaying came from afar, and a series of hurried footsteps approached.
Naruto and Sasuke exchanged a glance and instantly went on alert, standing protectively in front of Kaori and Sakura.
The next moment, three swift black shadows leaped onto nearby tree branches, forming a triangular formation around Naruto and his friends.
The newcomer was dressed in a strange gray-black outfit, with a headband from the Hidden Sound Village tied to his forehead, his whole body wrapped in bandages, and only one sinister-looking eye visible on his face. His right arm was wrapped with strange equipment.
He coldly looked down at them: "Uchiha Sasuke, it's you, isn't it?"
Sasuke's eyes sharpened, and he raised his head to look directly at the bandaged man: "Who are you?"
"Hmph, remember my name!" The bandaged ninja cackled twice. "Toshin! The man who killed you!"
The tall, thin boy standing on the left branch snorted impatiently and urged, "Toss, don't waste your breath on him!"
Zaku grinned maliciously and announced loudly, "We're here to hunt Sasuke!"
If they had encountered Team 7 earlier, the three Sound Ninja might have fared better.
Naruto and Sasuke are not petty people.
Pity.
They encountered "Angry Naruto" and "Angry Sasuke," who had just heard about Xiang's tragic past.
Before he finished speaking, Naruto and Sasuke moved almost simultaneously!
The anger in their hearts had been building up for a long time, and now, facing the sudden challenger, they had no intention of holding back.
The battle—or perhaps "crushing" would be a more accurate description—lasted a mere ten seconds from start to finish.
Before the three arrogant Sound Ninja could even figure out what was going on, they all collapsed to the ground.
They lay sprawled in the grass, their eyes rolled back, unconscious and incapacitated.
"Hmph, a bunch of arrogant fools."
Sasuke dusted off his hands, his face still showing a stubborn and arrogant expression.
His swift attack just now greatly relieved his anger, and he felt much better now.
"Naruto, don't waste your time with them."
Sakura quickly stepped forward, crouched down, and began searching the waist pouches of several Sound Ninja.
Xiang also realized what was happening and ran over to help search.
"Found it!"
Sakura's joyful voice interrupted Kaori's thoughts.
Sakura pulled a scroll from Tosukina's ninja tool pouch, unfolded it, and saw that it was the "Book of Heaven" they desperately needed.
"Very good!"
Naruto was overjoyed and carefully put the scroll away next to the Book of Earth in his hand.
This means that they have now assembled a pair of top and bottom scrolls!
"Haha! This way, we don't have to bother causing trouble for others anymore!"
To be honest, the continuous fierce battles had exhausted him a lot. After another furious attack, he now felt sore all over after his emotions calmed down.
"Sasuke, Sakura, Kaori, let's hurry to the tower!" Naruto called out excitedly as he turned around. "Let's pass the exam as soon as possible!" Sasuke nodded.
"Let's go."
He was quite satisfied that he was able to get the scroll sorted out on the first day.
The earlier you reach the finish line, the higher the safety factor.
After all, there's an extra incense stick to protect.
The four of them quickly left the battle scene and headed at full speed toward the central tower.
Hokage Building.
Kakashi moved silently, leading three Anbu members swiftly to the Hokage's office on the top floor.
As they entered, everyone knelt down on one knee, facing the figure behind the table draped in a red and white divine robe.
Hiruzen Sarutobi stood with his hands behind his back by the window, looking down at the Death Forest in the night.
Hearing footsteps, the old man slowly turned around, a light gray smoke billowing from the nitrogen cartridge in his mouth, the cartridge visible between his brows and eyes. "Orochimaru has been confirmed to have infiltrated the Forest of Death."
Kakashi spoke first, his voice deep yet exceptionally clear.
As soon as he finished speaking, Sarutobi picked up his pipe and took a deep drag, his brows furrowed so deeply that they almost formed a deep frown.
Kakashi suggested, "Hokage, based on the current information, Orochimaru is likely to select two Jinchuriki. To prevent the Tailed Beasts from going berserk, I recommend immediately halting the exam and isolating and protecting Naruto and Gaara."
"Cancel the exam?" Sarutobi murmured, then shook his head. "No."
Kakashi said, "Hokage-sama, what if Orochimaru succeeds?"
Sarutobi raised his hand to stop him, his eyes solemn: "This exam is not just a matter for Konoha. The Kazekage of Sunagakure, as well as the Daimyo of Kaze and Hokage, are all watching."
"The exam continues. And one—"
"This intelligence must not be leaked for the time being. If the police department mobilizes a large number of officers, the news will inevitably leak out, causing unnecessary panic."
"Besides, both the Kazekage and I are in the village. With two kage overseeing things at the same time, there won't be any problems."
"Can--"
Kakashi wanted to persuade him further.
Hiruzen Sarutobi put down his pipe: "Don't worry, Kakashi. I'll personally go to the Forest of Death to oversee things from now until the end of the second round. Nothing will escape my notice."
He tapped the table lightly. "You and the secret service just need to maintain perimeter security. Don't worry!"
Kakashi gave a wry smile: "Yes!"
the other side.
As the sun sets, its golden-red rays filter through the dense forest, casting long, dynamic shadows of them.
Naruto ran ahead, turned back, and shouted to his companions, "We'll be able to sleep soundly tonight!"
Sasuke followed closely behind, and upon hearing this, he gave a nonchalant snort: "Don't be careless, be vigilant on the road."
Even so, he felt much more relaxed because he successfully completed the mission.
With a goal and hope, Xiang felt that her legs were no longer sore.
Along the way, she also used her keen senses to detect several chakra auras from afar and warned Naruto and the others to avoid them.
Guided by Xiang, Class 7 skillfully avoided encountering other teams and prevented any further conflicts.
As darkness fell, they finally reached the tower in the center of the Death Forest before night completely descended.
The tower stands majestically in the twilight, and the flag atop it flutters in the evening breeze.
Several bright lights were lit at the tower entrance, illuminating the surroundings as if it were daytime.
Naruto, supporting a slightly tired Kaori, stopped in the open space below the tower. Gazing at the towering building, he chuckled, "We're definitely the first ones to arrive, right?"
"Oh? Is that so?" A voice came from the tower's main entrance.
Immediately afterwards, the door was pushed open from the inside, and two figures walked out side by side.
Leading the group was none other than Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Hokage of Konoha.
He had a kind smile on his face and a pipe in his mouth.
Half a step away from the Third Hokage was Kakashi, who was smiling and waving to Naruto and the others.
"Well done!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded in satisfaction and praised, "Your Class 7 performed exceptionally well, managing to pass through the Forest of Death on the first day!"
"Lord Hokage!" Sasuke and Sakura recognized Hiruzen Sarutobi at a glance, and immediately stopped and bowed respectfully to greet him.
Seeing this, Naruto greeted him with a hearty laugh, "Third Hokage, Grandpa!"
Kakashi then came forward and nodded to the students.
When his gaze fell on the red-haired girl next to Naruto, he was clearly taken aback.
"fragrant?"
A hint of surprise flashed in Kakashi's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by a look of relief.
He had long anticipated that, given Naruto's personality, now that he had learned of the existence of Kaori, a member of his clan, from that strange dream, he would definitely try to find her.
Seeing that Naruto had indeed brought the incense, Kakashi couldn't help but feel happy for Naruto.
After all, in this world, Kaori may be Naruto's only remaining blood relative. Having such a clansman by his side is of great significance to Naruto.
On the surface, Kaori stood next to Naruto with a relaxed expression, clearly trusting and relying on him.
Kakashi nodded secretly, a slight smile appearing on his face.
Meanwhile, Hiruzen Sarutobi also noticed the strange girl hiding behind Naruto.
Her bright red hair was so eye-catching that it was hard for him not to notice her.
However, he didn't show anything unusual; he knew Naruto's personality all too well.
This child may be mischievous, but he is kind at heart.
It's not uncommon to pick up a lone little girl in the Death Forest.
Xiang never expected that the kind and amiable old man in front of her was the famous Hokage of Konoha Village.
She hid somewhat awkwardly behind Naruto, cautiously observing Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Is this the leader of Konoha?
He certainly looks kind and easygoing, much better than the bandit-like leader of Kusagakure!
Xiang couldn't help but tense up, and subconsciously moved closer to Naruto.