The Third Hokage nodded, highly approving of Shikaku's analysis.
"I'll add something.
That last strike from the Red Hair girl should have been a Tailed Beast Ball, unique to Tailed Beasts.
I once fought the Nine-Tails.
I saw the Nine-Tails' Tailed Beast Ball.
Therefore, it can be concluded.
The energy of that Tailed Beast Ball was comparable to the Nine-Tails.
So.
That girl might be a Jinchuriki."
"But Lord Hokage!"
A Jonin spoke up: "According to current intelligence.
There are only nine Tailed Beasts in this world, each confined in a different Village.
Moreover, there are no bird-type Tailed Beasts among these nine Tailed Beasts!"
"It seems this world is even more mysterious than we imagined~"
The Third Hokage sighed.
"There are many things I'm not very clear about.
Perhaps that mysterious organization secretly researched it~
For now, designate this organization as an S-rank terrorist organization.
Issue orders that after encountering people from this organization, you must be careful.
If a conflict occurs, you can abandon the mission!"
"Yes!"
Everyone was startled at the same time.
For Ninja, missions are more important than life itself.
And at this moment.
The Hokage actually told them to abandon their missions when they encountered the Black Organization!
Moreover, none of the Konoha High-Level Executives objected.
It must be said, this was a shocking matter.
"Alright, let's put the Black Organization matter aside for now."
The Third Hokage continued, "Let's talk about the Chunin Exams first~
Such a big incident happened during the Chunin Exams, should we suspend or cancel it?"
"I don't think it's necessary."
Danzo quickly said, "The damaged area in Training Ground 44 is not too extensive.
We can absolutely continue."
The damaged area in Training Ground 44 this time was only a large fan shape of about 200 degrees, radiating outwards from where Orochimaru was originally located.
And at that time, Sasuke and the other two had just entered the forest not long ago.
Moreover, they had always been facing away from the forest core, towards the outer periphery of the forest.
Therefore, most areas of the forest were still intact.
The reason this situation occurred.
Was mainly because Orochimaru was a bit close to Sasuke at the time.
In order not to let the mission target—Sasuke—get injured.
Karin's wood Clone desperately protected Sasuke and the other two, which led to this.
...
Danzo saw that everyone was silent and did not refute his opinion.
So he continued, "If we suspend or cancel it.
It might affect the reputation of our Village.
After all.
This Chunin Exams is not just for people from our Village.
Moreover, there will also be Daimyo coming to observe.
As for Orochimaru...
Isn't Jiraiya here?
We don't have to worry at all."
Jiraiya gave Danzo a meaningful look upon hearing this, but did not speak.
He also believed that Orochimaru couldn't cause any significant trouble in Konoha.
After all, he had a perverted... bah! A Toad Sage present!
Moreover, his teacher, the Third Hokage, was also a powerful Ninja.
Dealing with Orochimaru was still very easy.
...
After deliberation at the Konoha High-Level Executives meeting.
The Chunin Exams continued!
At the same time, all information about the Black Organization was completely sealed off.
To the outside world, it was said that the explosion was caused by Konoha Ninja experimenting with Ninjutsu.
It was also fortunate that the explosion occurred in a relatively remote place like Training Ground 44.
Therefore, it did not cause too much panic.
Five days later, the second round of the Chunin Exams successfully concluded.
Because of Bai Luo, this "butterfly".
Therefore, the number of people who passed the exam was also different from the original work.
In the original work, 21 people passed this round of the exam.
And now, 27 people passed.
After the second round of the exam, these people were gathered in an arena.
First, the chief examiner of the second round, Anko, gave a concluding speech.
Then, the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, spoke about the importance of the Chunin Exams.
Finally, Hayate Gekko, the referee for the third round of the exam, explained the content of the third exam.
"Perhaps because the first and second exams were too simple.
So, there are quite a few remaining examinees for this third exam."
Hayate Gekko said, coughing.
"Therefore.
Before the third exam begins, we need to have a preliminary round."
Upon hearing Hayate Gekko's words.
The many examinees below immediately became unhappy.
However, their opposition was useless.
"Because the preliminary round is about to begin.
So, if anyone feels unwell.
You can choose to withdraw.
Oh, right.
The following are individual battles.
Therefore, your withdrawal will not affect your teammates."
The arena immediately fell silent.
...
"Sasuke..."
Somewhere in the arena, Orochimaru looked at Sasuke not far away, a smile appearing on his face.
"Last time, that strange girl interfered, preventing me from clearly seeing your strength.
But, this time is a good opportunity~
I must obtain your body!
If I had your body.
Then I wouldn't be so passive when facing that strange Uzumaki girl.
This world is far more complex than I imagined.
So I need to become stronger!"
...
A moment later.
Among the 27 people, only Yakushi Kabuto chose to withdraw from the competition.
The remaining 26 people were divided into 13 groups for individual battles!
The first battle was between Sasuke and Orochimaru's subordinate, Akado Yoroi.
This time, Sasuke, without the influence of the Cursed Seal, perfectly displayed his power.
He cleanly defeated Akado Yoroi.
"Winner of the first match, Uchiha Sasuke!"
...
"Sasuke..."
Orochimaru watched Sasuke, who had his hands in his pockets and was coolly leaving, and couldn't help but stick out his tongue and lick his lips.
...
The matches continued.
Except for Sakura and Ino, who drew and were both eliminated.
One person won in all other matches.
Soon.
It was time for the battle between Hinata Hyuga and Neji Hyuga!.
Chapter Thirteen: Hinata's Resolve! [Third update, seeking collection and fresh flowers]
"Th... that..."
Hinata, holding a box of wound medicine, came to the arena exit.
She stammered to the medical Ninja there, "Th... that...
Th... This is wound medicine...