Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, seven days had passed.
Lee woke up early, and after finishing a simple warm-up training, he went to the designated meeting point to meet Neji and Tenten.
They were a team, so they would naturally go to the examination together.
Seeing Lee’s current outfit, Tenten said, “Lee, this look with the training pants and undershirt is much better than before.” The previous green jumpsuit had been criticized countless times.
Lee laughed and said, “Is that so?
But white undershirts get dirty too easily and don’t fit a ninja’s goal of concealment, so I specifically wore greenish-brown.” As he spoke, he threw two punches for emphasis.
Truth be told, without sleeves, his punches seemed very clean and concise, and the thrown fists could even reduce the sound of the wind.
Neji was more concerned about his strength and asked, “Lee, have you put weights on your arms as well?” Lee nodded.
“That’s right.
During this time, I specifically trained my fists.
Although they still aren’t as powerful as my legs, they’re faster.” The three discussed the opponents appearing this time all along the way, while also measuring their own strength.
Although they were all confident in themselves, having more intel meant a greater chance of winning.
The current Lee, with his lean, muscular build, looked like a Taijutsu expert at a glance.
Moreover, because of his long-term tough training, his eyes were very bright, giving people a stinging sensation if they looked at him suddenly.
Neji noticed this and said, “It seems the strategy we made to hide our strength is no longer applicable.
Lee simply has no way to hide it.” Although many ninjas looked down on Taijutsu specialists, Taijutsu would definitely be a very important part of the early stages of the Chunin Selection Examination.
Hearing this, Lee gave a thumbs up and said confidently, “No need to hide it.
I’m waiting for powerful opponents to come and fight me.
This time I went to the Land of Waves and found that only by constantly fighting against the strong can one’s strength improve faster.
So, fighting against the strong—that is youth!” Tenten complained, “What does that have to do with youth?” But this way, it would probably be hard not to be noticed.
Truly a hot-blooded idiot.
The three quickly arrived at the school, where many other ninjas had already gathered.
However, outside the door labeled Room 301, two ninjas were blocking the way.
Many ninjas had been stopped outside.
But Lee and the others strode forward, not trying to break through the gatekeeping ninjas, but simply walking past them.
Seeing them ignore them, the gatekeeping ninjas couldn’t help themselves.
“Hey, do you plan on leaving just like that?” Lee nodded.
“Yeah, I feel like this isn’t Room 301 at all.” Although he didn’t know Ninjutsu, his intuition was particularly strong, so he wouldn’t be deceived by a simple Genjutsu.
And Neji’s Byakugan was the nemesis of these Genjutsu, so naturally, he wouldn’t fall for it.
Finally, Tenten, although her Genjutsu wasn’t strong, this kind of Elementary Genjutsu couldn’t be hidden from her either.
However, even though the three intended to leave just like that, the two gatekeepers didn’t think so.
“I didn’t expect you to be quite capable, actually seeing through the Genjutsu.
But just seeing through it isn’t enough.” As he spoke, he performed a flip and a back-kick, attacking Lee.
However, Lee simply reached out and grabbed.
The ninja’s foot was held firmly in place, and no matter how much he struggled, it was to no avail.
“Such strong power.” Lee brushed off the attack and said, “Is this enough?” “Of course.” After saying that, the 301 sign turned into 201, and the stairs leading to the third floor appeared in everyone’s sight.
Lee’s effortless block left a deep impression on the others.
“Let’s go too, and see how many opponents there are in this term’s Chunin Selection Examination.” After saying that, Lee and the others prepared to leave.
Just as the three of them were going upstairs, Naruto’s group of three happened to catch up.
They shouted from a distance, “Lee, wait for us!” Lee greeted them, “Yo, Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura.
Are you here to take the exam too?” Naruto nodded.
“Yeah, I didn’t expect you to be here too.
Ah, please don’t let me run into you.” Although Naruto liked to show off, he knew Lee’s strength.
If they really had to fight, he probably wouldn’t be able to win.
Sasuke was the same.
Against Gaara, he had the confidence to fight.
But facing the pure Taijutsu Lee was a bit of a headache.
Lee introduced them, “Neji, Tenten, they are Kakashi’s students, Team 7’s Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura.
Moreover, Sasuke is a genius of the Uchiha Clan.” The Uchiha, the Hyuga, and the Senju are known as the Three Great Clans of Konoha.
Unfortunately, the Senju Clan has vanished into history, and the Uchiha Clan has declined.
Only the Hyuga Clan still has a significant population.
As the successor of the Uchiha Clan and a genius, Sasuke naturally caught Neji’s attention.
He said, “From the Uchiha clan?
I hope to meet you in the selection matches.” Naruto got anxious and clamored, “What about me?
What about me?” Neji said, “Whatever.” Naruto suddenly became dejected and listless.
Fortunately, Lee knew their potential and said cheerfully, “Naruto, Sasuke, you are both rivals in my heart.
One day, I will surpass you.” Hearing this, Naruto became even more dejected.
“Lee, you don’t have to comfort me like that.
I can’t even beat you right now.” Lee said seriously, “No, I’m telling the truth.
Your potential is very good, you will definitely surpass me soon.
That’s why I’m working even harder on my training, just so I won’t be left behind by you.” Naruto and Sasuke looked at each other and asked in confusion, “Really?
Are we really that strong?” Lee nodded.
“Of course it’s true.” However, Neji didn’t believe it.
In his eyes, Naruto was just a dead-last.
Just like Lee, he could never hope to beat him.
As the group walked together, other ninjas also arrived at the third floor one after another.
In the distance, Kakashi looked at the backs of Naruto’s trio and showed a gratified smile.
Originally, this Chunin Selection Examination required participation as a three-person team.
At that time, he had deliberately told Naruto and the others that whether they participated or not was up to their own will, which was actually a lie.
If only Naruto and Sasuke had come, he would have canceled their exam applications.
But if he had told them the truth, Sakura would have definitely forced herself to come along for Sasuke’s sake.
That was not the result he wanted.
Fortunately, the final result was good.
Sakura participated in the exam of her own will.