I don't believe in the will of fire

"boom..."

In the early morning, as fireworks took off and ribbons fell from the sky, Konoha, which had been quiet for a long time, finally ushered in the most important day of the year like a festival.

Early in the morning, the people of Konoha ran to the streets, watching with interest the foreign tourists, ninjas, and even the leaders of various countries entering Konoha. The ninjas in the village had already arrived at their posts.

on the ground, guarding against any possible anomalies.

"It's about to begin!"

Because he was too nervous, Naruto had been lying in bed since last night, tossing and turning, unable to fall asleep.

Although he could clearly feel that he had indeed become stronger, he was still inevitably uneasy about today's battle.

At this moment, Kushina's voice sounded outside the door.

"Naruto, are you up?"

"Ah... wake up, sister Jiupin, wait a moment."

After simply putting on his underwear, Naruto opened the door and saw Kushina holding something.

"Naruto, is this for you?"

"What is this, Sister Jiupin?"

"New clothes. I see that you only have this one piece of clothing this month, so I made one for you this month. Try it on and see if it fits you."

"!"

I don't know why, but looking at the gentle Kushina, Naruto suddenly felt a very uncomfortable feeling. He didn't know why, but he seemed to be reluctant to leave her, but it was clear that they could see each other again in the future.

"Why are you dazing? Put it on quickly and come to eat. Everyone is waiting for you."

"Um."

After closing the door, Naruto opened the brand new clothes, put him on it, then looked at himself in the mirror, looking left and right.

For some reason, when he looked at himself in the mirror, he suddenly felt familiar, but he couldn't remember where he had seen it.

"Everyone, it's time for breakfast!"

Fortunately, Mai's voice brought her back to her senses at this time, and he quickly washed up and left the house.

As soon as Naruto went out, he saw Shenyue yawning. Shenyue seemed a little surprised after seeing him.

Naruto thought there was something wrong with him, but then he saw Shenyue giving a thumbs up.

"Naruto, he's so handsome!"

"Eh...hehehehehehe."

Naruto instantly giggled shyly.

At this time, Sakura also walked over, and when she saw Naruto, her cheeks turned red instantly.

"Wow, Naruto, you are really energetic today."

Although I say this on my lips, what I actually think in my heart is this.

"I didn't expect that idiot Naruto would be so handsome after changing into new clothes. He can even compare with Sasuke, eh... By the way, where is Sasuke!?"

This boy Naruto was even more happy, and he said boldly.

"Then...then, Sakura, after the Chuunin exams, do you want to go on a date with me?"

"!!!"

Sakura's forehead instantly twisted into the character 'well', but then she remembered something and spoke.

"Did Sister Ninth Rank give this to you, Naruto?"

Naruto was stunned.

"How do you know, Sakura?"

Sakura explained.

"In the past few nights, Sister Jiupin has been sleeping very late, making this dress every night. Speaking of which, Sister Jiupin is really good to Naruto, just like a mother! Speaking of which, I

My mother never told me to make any clothes by herself, she just bought them directly. When I think about it, I’m really angry.”

It was obviously a very casual statement from Sakura, but Naruto suddenly froze, his body began to tremble, and a very incredible idea came to his mind.

He looked towards Shenyue and saw Shenyue looking at him with a smile.

"Naruto, what's wrong with you!?"

Sakura asked with concern when she saw that Naruto seemed to be a little uncomfortable.

"No...nothing!"

Naruto clenched his fists tightly, his mind was suddenly confused and he had no idea what to do.

"You must be nervous, after all, it's the last day."

Shenyue Ruo said pointedly.

When Sakura heard this, she said in disbelief.

"Naruto, are you actually nervous?"

However, Naruto's body trembled after hearing Shenyue's words.

"The last day!?"

Fortunately, at this time Kushina's voice sounded from the room.

"Naruto, we're here for dinner, and it's up to Sakura and Shenyue."

"I know, we're here."

Everyone came to the house, breakfast had been prepared, and everyone started eating. Kushina felt that something was wrong with Naruto's mood, because every morning, Naruto was the most energetic one. He had never thought of this, and he was in a low mood.

Pass.

Kushina seemed to feel something, and the rare breakfast was spent in a very quiet atmosphere.

In this way, everyone finished their breakfast and prepared to go to the examination room for the official competition.

While walking on the road, Naruto suddenly took the initiative to hold Kushina's hand for the first time, then lowered his head and spoke.

"I will definitely become a chuunin."

Kushina was surprised, feeling the power of Naruto's palm, and nodded.

"Naruto, I believe you."

At this time, even though Sakura was being silly, she felt something was wrong.

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Time passed quickly, and as the battle progressed, the three Akatsuki, who were hiding themselves in bamboo hats and robes, watched the battle between Naruto and Neji on the battlefield.

"Is that the Jinchuuriki of the Kyuubi? Didn't the intelligence say it was a crane tail? It seems different now."

Kisame asked with interest.

"This should have something to do with those two people."

Under the bamboo hat, Itachi looked at the stands of the examination room with his blood-red eyes. Among the people participating in the competition this time, only he knew whether he was looking at Shenyue and Mai, or his lovely brother.

Konan frowned, looking for traces of Orochimaru.

"No trace of Orochimaru was found. I'm going to look elsewhere. Remember, the purpose of our visit this time is just to gather information. Don't do any other unnecessary actions."

"Don't worry, I know, I will also watch over Itachi."

Kisame said with a smile, Itachi didn't care about it.

And in the center of the battlefield.

This time, after more than a month of training, Naruto's strength has been greatly improved. Coupled with the promise he made to Kushina in his heart, he was emotionally excited during the battle and burst out with all his strength, keeping Hinata Nei down.

I'm fighting again.

Hyuga Neji looked at the former tail of the crane in disbelief. The power that exploded at this moment was difficult to withstand.

Finally, with the defeat of Ningji in the battle, the forehead protector fell off, and the caged bird on his forehead was exposed, which reminded him of what Shenyue said.

"That guy is right, Naruto, you are indeed a genius, but it's a pity that I am bound by this curse seal..."

Naruto also used this to learn about Ningci's experience and what happened to Ningci's father.

Suddenly, he thought of the person looking at him from the stands.

Naruto also calmed down.

In the past, because I never had Naruto, I didn't know what it felt like to lose him.

But now, he suddenly understood. He looked at Sasuke who looked at him in shock.

He seemed to be starting to understand Sasuke too.

But it was true, and he began to cherish the only time he had left even more.

So, after a lot of talking, both Naruto and Neji found where their hearts belong.

Then, it’s the second game, Sasuke VS Gaara.

Soon, as the battle progressed, Gaara lost control, and the plan to collapse Konoha began.