Aoba's clone clearly felt a group of chakra entering the venue.
This was very surprising.
After all, the Chunin Exams had a relevant rule; no one could come out and enter during the examination.
Now, a group of people had entered this place.
Then...
There must be a problem!
Aoba's clone quickly ran toward the location of this group of chakra.
Of course.
He was not running blindly.
His attention had been focused on those groups of chakra, feeling their movement and avoiding being discovered by the opposite side.
Swish swish swish...
After a while, Aoba's clone had already arrived near these chakras.
Suddenly.
Aoba's clone began to slow down his pace.
Moreover, he was calm and collected.
He restrained all his aura because he did not want to be easily exposed to the attention of these people. After all, he still did not know who these people were and whether they had some special means of perception.
Aoba's clone slowly approached the group of people and maintained this distance, always putting himself in a very alert condition.
"These people are..."
When Aoba's clone saw the ninjas shuttling through the forest, he immediately realized their identity through these people's clothes.
"Proctors?"
Aoba's clone suddenly had a bitter feeling because it was not some special person who entered the Forest of Death, but the ninjas in charge of the examination came in.
For a moment.
Aoba's clone immediately stopped and did not bother these people. Instead, he stood on the tree branch and opened the memory of the ninja who led them to their chosen entrance.
Aoba's clone quickly browsed through the rules of the second round of the Chunin Exams.
This was part of the rules.
This was a rule proposed for proctor ninjas.
"I see."
Aoba accurately found the relevant rules in the ninja's memory.
During the second round of the Chunin Exam, the proctors could only enter the venue after an hour. They could not stay too long in the field and must reach the tower as fast as possible.
During this process.
Try not to be noticed by other participants.
They could not disturb the participants.
They could not stop or help the participants.
They could not do anything that would affect the Chunin Exams process.
"These people are still considered late."
Aoba nodded silently. Theoretically, you can enter within an hour, but it doesn't matter if you are late. Generally speaking, it was within a reasonable range as long as you arrived before the first team passed.
As for why these people only came in after two hours.
If he did not guess wrong.
Those proctors did not believe that a team could pass the second round so quickly.
After all, the second-round fastest record was more than four hours.
Moreover, that record was created by the extremely powerful Minato.
Aoba's clone slowly opened his eyes. Now that he understood what was happening, he did not take these proctors seriously. After all, these people could not affect the ongoing exam at all.
From his perception.
These people were indeed moving in the direction of the tower.
"Next target."
Aoba's clone was about to shift his attention away from these people. He did not care whether these people's leader was Nara Shikaku. No matter who it was, it did not matter.
After that.
His perception focused on the two or three participants closest to him.
Swish!
Aoba's clone quickly disappeared.
Ten minutes later.
Aoba's clone came to another part of the forest and was already very close to a three-man team.
His line of sight crossed the forest.
He looked at the three people who were shuttling between the trees.
Suddenly.
The eyes of Aoba's clone lit up slightly, and a meaningful look flashed in his eyes.
"It's them!"
Aoba's clone immediately confirmed the identities of these three people.
These three people were the Iwagakure ninjas who came to participate in Chunin Exams, Akainu, Aokiji, and Kizaru.
"I didn't expect to meet them here."
The corners of Aoba's mouth slightly curled up. These three people could be said to be the most important targets for him.
However.
He didn't immediately act.
Instead, he went to check the positions of those proctors.
When he confirmed that those people were very close to the tower and would not hear any movement, a faint smile appeared in his eyes.
Wouldn't this become interesting!
After that.
Aoba's clone quickly rushed toward the three people.
At this moment.
Above the forest.
The three Iwagakure ninjas were quickly shuttling between the trees.
"What kind of Chunin Exams is this? I don't care if they want to fight or not, but why must we do this boring treasure hunt? The most important thing is that it's hard to find!" Kizaru complained helplessly.
"Let's hurry up and find it!" Akainu said coldly, "If we don't find the Scroll of Heaven before the end of this exam, then we will lose a lot of faces. If we can't go to the third round, Tsuchikage-sama's plan will be broken!"
"The problem now is that we don't know where the Scroll of Heaven is hidden. If we go to the front of the tower and guard it, although we might encounter Konohagakure ninjas who obtained the Scroll of Heaven, many people are there. If we are careless, we might be surrounded. After all, other than us, everyone here is a Konohagakure ninja." Aokiji analyzed.
"We can't use that method. This is Konohagakure's territory. Our current task is only to pass the second round. There is no need to be so eye-catching." Akainu said slowly.
"That's right, such a hateful mission; it's so annoying," Kizaru complained.
Right at this moment.
These three Iwagakure ninjas were shocked and immediately stopped in their tracks. They all looked in the direction behind them.
The three of them had extremely cautious expressions in their eyes.
"Someone is coming!"
The three discovered the problem immediately and looked behind them. From their reactions, it could be seen that their perception was quite good.
Swish!
At this time.
A figure jumped out.
He appeared directly in front of these three people.
It was Aoba's clone.
At this time.
Aoba's clone had changed into the appearance of Satsuma Rentaro.
"Who are you?"
When Akainu saw Aoba's clone, he first asked this question. Moreover, he had already noticed the Kirigakure ninja forehead protector worn on Aoba's forehead.
This made him realize a very serious problem.
The ninja in front of him was a Kirigakure ninja.
But...
Kirigakure did not participate in this Chunin Exams.
Then how did this Kirigakure ninja come out of this Forest of Death?
This question came out of Akainu's mind, and even Aokiji and Kizaru were thinking about the same question. One must know that this forest was the place where Konohagakure held Chunin Exams. Those Jonin ninjas had screened it, and there should be no other people here except those Chunin Exams' participants.
Then...
If this person could stand here.
This meant that this person was also a participant.
In other words...
A spy in Konohagakure!
As they thought of this, they felt a chill.
These three Iwagakure ninjas were a little dumbfounded.
This spy was too arrogant!
"Who I am is not important..."
Aoba's clone said silently. He had not thought of any identity to talk about. Although he was using Satsuma Rentaro's appearance now, if he used Satsuma Rentaro's identity, it would affect some of the previous arrangements.
"It's fine even if you don't say it. I already know who you are. You are the spy that Kirigakure hid in Konohagakure. I don't know how you entered the Chunin Exams, but you actually dare to stand out so brazenly. You are too bold!" Akainu said coldly. When he saw Aoba's clone, he had already analyzed it very clearly.
"..."
Aoba's clone was stunned. He did not expect that the other party had already prepared the script before he could make up a story.
"Then let me play with you guys!"
The corners of Aoba's mouth slightly curled up. He was still thinking about explaining it so the other party could believe that a ninja from Kirigakure had appeared here.
After all, it was not very reasonable, no matter how he explained it.
He had also thought of saying that he was Kirigakure's spy, but that was too much of a cover. Other than idiots, no one would believe it.
But...
Just the first round of meetings.
Aoba understood.
These three people.
They were those idiots!
Any normal person would not believe such things, not to mention that the other party had taken the initiative to say such words.
After that.
Aoba's clone suddenly raised his feet. His ankle suddenly exerted force, and he jumped directly into the sky. He jumped high above the big tree and looked down at the three Iwagakure ninjas.
"Suiton: Bakusui Shoha(Water Release: Exploding Water Colliding Wave)!"
Aoba's clone quickly made a series of hand seals. He had learned all water-release ninjutsu from Scroll of Water Release Ninjutsu that Tobirama had modified. He didn't need many seals to use them easily.
After that.
Aoba's chest suddenly swelled. He took a deep breath and then heavily spat down.
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!
Streams of surging water descended from the sky like a waterfall, charging toward the three Iwagakure ninjas.
The current was extremely turbulent.
Moreover, the scope was extremely wide.
It was impossible to dodge.
"What is this thing?"
"When did the water release become so terrifying?"
"Is this Kirigakure's strength?"
When the three ninjas saw the huge water current that fell from the sky, they were all dumbfounded.
They all knew that this level of water release was not something they could avoid.
However.
They still chose to struggle.
Almost at the same time.
The three ninjas jumped back together, avoiding the surging water current. It could be said to be an instinctive reaction.
The terrifying water current directly hit the ground, and like a tsunami, it rushed toward the three Iwagakure ninjas.
"Fight quickly!"
Akainu suddenly shouted. After that, he suddenly stepped on the surface of the water, and by attaching chakra under his feet, he could step on the surface of the water, then he directly rushed towards Aoba, who had jumped down.
At the same time.
Aokiji and Kizaru also used the same method.
They attacked Aoba's clone.
Everyone's attack was different.
Akainu used his fist.
Aokiji used his legs.
It was unknown when Kizaru had taken out a sword.
Although these three people had different attack styles, they all used physical skills.
Of course.
This did not mean that they were ninjas with good physical skills.
But because...
Under their feet were turbulent water currents; they could not communicate with the earth's soil through chakra and use earth-release ninjutsu.
This was something that was difficult to do!
After all, the soil below had been covered by water current!
This forced them to use physical skills to deal with the opponent. There was no way to use earth-release ninjutsu that they were good at. It was precisely because of this that the three of them felt nervous in their hearts. They felt that things had become very disadvantageous to them.
"Is this all you have?"
The moment Aoba's feet touched the water's surface.
Three human-shaped water collum suddenly emerged from the water under his feet and quickly formed a human-shaped figure that was exactly the same as Satsuma Rentaro.
The moment these three figures appeared.
Each figure welcomed the three people who were charging toward them.
Actually.
It didn't mean that Aoba's clone couldn't face the enemy directly.
And it didn't mean that there was no other way.
It was just this method for the current Aoba.
It was the simplest and crudest method.
This way, it would be more convenient for him to deal with the later matters so that no big problems would arise.
With the appearance of these three water clones.
The three, who were rushing over, all opened their eyes wide, and shock flashed in them.
"Water clone!"
Among Iwagakure ninjas, Akainu immediately shouted. His voice was filled with surprise.
After all...
For the current him.
Clones of this level could not help much.
It could even cause the strength of the main body to drop because the main body chakra was decreased.
"You dare to use clones to deal with the three of us?"
There was a trace of disdain in Aokiji's voice. He also had a doubtful attitude toward this Kirigakure ninja in front of him.
He actually created clones while facing their physical attacks.
After all, the body of a water clone was not as defensive as the water wall.
"Let us directly shatter his water clone!"
After a brief moment of shock and hesitation, the Kizaru immediately roared. At this time, he already felt that victory belonged to them.
The reason was very simple!
His thoughts were the same as Akainu and Aokiji.
In his opinion, this water clone was given to them for nothing.
Not only would it have any effects.
On the contrary, it would be a burden to this Kirigakure ninja!
Of course.
Kizaru felt they would win, not only because of the water clone but also because of a deeper level.
He felt that this Kirigakure ninja in front of him had a large chakra, but his combat experience was extremely poor, and his fighting style was extremely sloppy.
First, it was a big spray of water.
Then next was a water clone.
It consumed a lot of chakras.
But...
Except for being a bit more gorgeous.
He couldn't see any effect.
For a ninja like this who randomly released ninjutsu, not to mention whether his chakra was enough or not, for Kizaru, it was already included in a group that was not worth worrying about.
...
Aoba's clone looked down at the reactions of these people. The corners of his mouth slightly curled, but he didn't say anything. Instead, he silently waited for the attacks of these three people to arrive.
He naturally had his reasons for choosing Mizu Bunshin no Jutsu(Water Clone Technique).
This was the same technique as Kage Bunshin no Jutsu(Shadow Clone Technique), but the chakra he used was not as much as shadow clone.
However.
The water clone also had its own benefits.
That was, when used in places with more water, it was very beneficial for battle.
At this time.
The water clone was a ninjutsu more suited to use in a suitable environment and matching his identity.
However.
Although the chakra in the bodies of these three water clones had been divided several times and Aoba's clone created them. Still, because Aoba's chakra was too thick, it was still very abundant when he created these three water clones.
Especially when facing these three Iwagakure ninjas.
It was more than enough!
Snapped! Snapped! Snapped!
Almost in an instant.
The sound of the most primitive body colliding was accompanied by the sound of flowing water.
After Aoba's water clone appeared, all of them stretched out their hands and faced the attacks of the three Iwagakure ninjas.
The first water clone faced Akainu. He grabbed Akainu's wrist, causing Akainu to be unable to move because of the water clone's tyrannical strength. Akainu directly stopped where he was, and the impact force of Akainu's fist attack impacted his own body, causing his elbow to ache faintly.
The second water clone faced Aokiji. His hand grabbed onto Aokiji's ankle, and in the same unreasonable manner, he firmly grabbed Aokiji in his hand.
The third water clone slapped out with both hands and directly caught the sword that Kizaru had stabbed out, causing the sword to be frozen in place, unable to move at all.
"What kind of power is this..."
"Isn't it too terrifying?"
"I can't move anymore?"
The three were all dumbfounded at this moment. They had thought that this Kirigakure ninja in front of them might be easy to deal with, but they did not expect it to be so difficult to deal with.
No!
This was no longer a problem of difficulty!
They could not beat him at all!
The difference in strength was too great!
The other party had merely used his water clone to execute a few simple movements casually, and it had directly turned all of their attacks into nothingness.
"You are a Jonin?!"
Akainu widened his eyes. He could participate in the Chunin Exams, and it was already clear that he possessed a Chunin's strength. However, he was still not Jonin, and he was far from Jonin's level.
They were in Chunin Exams.
Facing those participants whose strength was between Genin and Chunin.
They could still do whatever they wanted.
However, it would still be completely insufficient if they were to encounter the real Jonin. Now that the difference in strength was evident, he instantly determined that this person was Jonin.
After all.
The opponent fought three at once.
Moreover, he used a water clone that wasn't as strong as his main body.
He was actually able to neutralize their attacks so easily.
Then...
How strong was this person's original body
However...
When Akainu was thinking about these questions, he did not realize one thing he did not know. It was that Aoba, who he mistook as his original body not far away, was actually not his original body but a clone.
"Run!"
Akainu suddenly roared. He knew that if a Jonin came out of this forest now, it could be said that he could easily kill his way through this place.
The participant who had not passed the Chunin Exams were like little sheep in front of a Jonin. They had no ability to fight back and could only leave their fates in the hands of the other party.
As soon as Akainu said this.
Aokiji and Kizaru both understood and immediately prepared to leave.
They all knew very well.
Now was not the time to be brave.
There was no need to hold on here.
"Do you think you can run away?"
At this time, Aoba's indifferent voice rang out. It clearly entered the ears of the three people, causing their expressions to instantly change, as if they had heard something extremely terrifying.
For them now.
Aoba's voice was like a voice from hell.
Just hearing it made their hair stand on end.
"Suiro no Jutsu(Water Prison Technique)!"
Aoba's three water clones spoke at almost the same time. Afterward, they held onto the opponent and became a large water ball, wrapping the three ninjas inside.
The three ninjas were imprisoned in the water ball and could not move. They were completely restrained.
"Oh..."
Akainu tried his best to struggle in the water prison, but no matter how much strength he used, it would be dissipated by the surrounding water. So much so that he has a sense of powerlessness and drowning, but he still does not drown.
Not only was Akainu like this.
Aokiji and Kizaru.
They were both in the same position.
"Disperse."
Aoba's clone said indifferently. After he said this, the water on the ground quickly seeped into the ground.
Almost in the blink of an eye.
This place had changed from a ground that had almost become a river to a damp ground. Although traces of battle could be seen, it was not too obvious.
During this process, not only did Aoba use water-release ninjutsu, but he also used earth-release ninjutsu to dissolve the water here.
"You must be very curious; why do I need to create so much water to deal with the three of you?"
Aoba's clone looked at the three of them. He still maintained the appearance of Satsuma Rentaro and looked at the three of them with a smile.
"If you are curious, then be curious..."
"I don't intend to tell you."
"After all, you are going to die soon."
"As a dead person..."
"It's better not to know so much!"
Aoba's clone said one sentence after another. When his words came out, the three ninjas could not help but turn their eyes to glare at him, but he did not mind at all.
There was no need to say anything to the enemy.
This was his principle problem.
In the past, when he looked at Naruto anime, he discovered this problem. It was that these ninjas had too many words.
He didn't know if it was to explain his awesome layout ability.
Or what kind of sense of accomplishment he wanted to express.
In short...
These ninjas would teach their opponents the reason why they did some things in almost every battle.
Aoba would not do this.
He felt there was no need to say much to his opponent. That would only give them a great chance of reversing the situation.
However...
Aoba used this two water-release ninjutsu.
His goal was also very simple.
The first point was that he didn't want these three ninjas to be able to use earth-release ninjutsu so that their resistance wouldn't be so strong.
The second point was that when he used clones, it was as if he had changed into a different person. He could freely use his ninjutsu and didn't need to worry too much.
The third point, which was also the most important, was to show his identity as a Kirigakure ninja as much as possible. He uses Exploding Water Colliding Wave and Water Clone. With this kind of casting habit, anyone would believe that he was Kirigakure's ninja.
Such an explanation.
Of course, he can't say it.
However...
There were still some things that could be said.
"Now you can die."
Aoba's clone said indifferently. A hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes as he stared at the three ninjas with a cruel smile.
"This way, no one will know that you were killed by me, Satsuma Rentaro. Iwagakure will only blame your death on Konohagakure. This way, your Iwagakure will fight with Konohagakure!" Aoba's clone slowly said.
"Mmmmmmm..."
Akainu struggled with all his might. He wanted to break free from this place but couldn't do it at all. The anxiety in his heart had reached an extremely high level.
"Actually, you can't blame me!"
"Who asked you, Iwagakure, to choose to participate in Konohagakure's Chunin Exams at this time?"
"If I don't seize this opportunity..."
"That would be too much of a waste of an opportunity!"
"So it's not a waste for me to take the risk to sneak in here!"
Aoba's clone said one sentence after another. He was not really talking to these three Iwagakure ninjas but using them to send the wrong information.
But it was precisely this information.
Just now, it made these three people believe it even more.
After all...
According to normal logic.
Who would lie to a dead person?
If the three ninjas were alive, then the evidence mentioned might not be the case after the investigation. It could be speculated that someone deliberately led them.
But...
If these three people died.
This sentence was obtained from their memories.
That was another meaning!
"Don't worry!"
"I'll do it very quickly!"
"You won't feel any pain!"
"And..."
"I will promise you."
"Your bodies will not be eaten by the wild animal here!"
"I will hang you in the most conspicuous position, let people find you, let Iwagakure's people know..."
"Konohagakure's ninjas killed you!"
Aoba's clone instilled this word into the three ninjas, making them deeply believe that Aoba was Satsuma Rentaro and that his purpose of doing such a thing was to shift their deaths to Konohagakure and then make the relationship between Iwagakure and Konohagakure stiffen.
Although they came here with a mission, they were going to attack Konohagakure.
But...
They did not want to be used to frame someone.
Aoba's words immediately made the three ninjas extremely unhappy. It could be said that they were angry to a certain extent. They were all staring at Aoba's clone. There were many angry words in their hearts that they wanted to say, but they could not say a word. They were completely restricted by Suiro no Jutsu(Water Prison Technique).
However.
At this time.
They had already believed Aoba's words.
The person in front of them was Kirigakure's Satsuma Rentaro. Everything he had done was to frame their death to Konohagakure to muddy the water here.
"Everything is over."
Aoba's clone took out a kunai from his ninja pouch. After that, his gaze swept past the three of them.
He seemed to have stopped on Akainu for a while, then shook his head, seemingly dissatisfied.
After that.
He looked at Aokiji.
"Let's start with you!"
Aoba's clone walked toward Aokiji, who had been bound by Suiro no Jutsu(Water Prison Technique).
In front of Akainu and Kizaru, he raised his hand that held the kunai and stabbed Aokiji's body...