Since successfully mastering the [Summoning Technique], Jiraiya had recognized Naruto's growing potential and decided to mentor him more carefully.
Jiraiya wanted Naruto to learn how to tap into the Nine-Tails' chakra, like other Jinchūriki, and use the power of the tailed beast. However, Naruto firmly refused, stating that he couldn't do it. With that, Jiraiya decided to put the matter on hold for now and focus on helping Naruto prepare for the Chūnin Exams that would take place a month later. After all, Naruto's own chakra reserves were already impressive.
The second ninjutsu Jiraiya taught Naruto wasn't Rasengan, but various Wind Style techniques. Jiraiya believed it would be more effective to make full use of Naruto's vast chakra pool and unleash powerful ninjutsu without hesitation.
Naruto agreed, as he had always relied on his large chakra reserves. His goal was to defeat "the tailless beast"—Kisame—whose enormous water sphere was a terrifying force.
Naruto dreamed of developing his own unique style, something like an endless typhoon, similar to the destructive forces seen in disaster movies. Surely, he could create something as massive and powerful as Kisame's water sphere, right?
So, over the next month, Naruto set 30 Shadow Clones to practice B-level Wind Style techniques every day, and 20 more to train under Might Guy to enhance his physical abilities. While the physical training focused on a variety of moves and strength techniques, the Shadow Clones were used to learn faster. When they dispelled, the knowledge and experience were transferred back to Naruto.
By the end of the month, Naruto had mastered all ten known and common B-level and A-level Wind Style techniques to the Xiaocheng (Intermediate) level.
To further enhance his wind-based jutsu, he upgraded [Wind Style: Hurricane] and [Wind Style: Gale Palm] from Proficient to Superior. To do so, he used two Skill Upgrade Scrolls, which cost 200 points, leaving him with just 48 points.
The results were evident. Not only were the power and speed of his techniques greatly enhanced, but Naruto was now able to perform hand seals with just one hand, significantly increasing his efficiency.
"Naruto, your talent truly amazes me!" Jiraiya exclaimed, watching as Naruto quickly performed a powerful hurricane using a single hand seal.
Jiraiya couldn't help but reflect: This is the true power of the [Son of Prophecy].
In addition to his mastery of Wind Style techniques, Naruto's physical fitness had also significantly improved. However, he hadn't yet reached the level where his physical abilities could fully match his growing strength.
Meanwhile, during this month of training, Naruto's red-haired, masked female avatar was busy preparing for the upcoming Chūnin Exams. This avatar, created by combining Explosion Style Clay with Shadow Clones, possessed a powerful bloodline ability, the Explosion Style Clay Bloodline, and the remarkable physical prowess of the Uzumaki Sage Body. The chakra capacity was immense, making this avatar more than a match for the task ahead.
The avatar spent the month creating explosive clay creatures and strategically placing them around the exam venue. It was likely that Sunagakure and Otogakure would attack Konoha during the exams. The avatar also prepared traps in the area where Orochimaru and the Third Hokage had fought, setting the stage for the Konoha Collapse Plan.
The day of the Third Exam had finally arrived.
The venue was filled with important figures from the Fire Country, along with spectators from all over the world, including the elite ninjas of Sunagakure and Otogakure, who had already set up ambushes outside Konoha.
A Shadow Clone of Naruto led Hinata to a secluded training ground.
"Naruto-kun, don't you need to get ready for the exam? It's about to start!" Hinata asked shyly, her cheeks flushed. She tried to pull her hand away from Naruto's, but her strength failed her.
"I'm a Shadow Clone of the original. I wanted to talk to you because, after the exam, I'll have to make a choice in my life," the clone explained calmly as it led Hinata to sit down.
In truth, Naruto's clone wanted to keep Hinata safe from the dangers that were about to unfold. Hinata was far too precious to him, and he couldn't bear the thought of her getting hurt—especially by him.
Meanwhile, Naruto's real body stood ready at the exam venue, surrounded by Gaara, Hyuga Neji, Shikamaru, Temari, Aburame Shino, and Kankuro. The crowd buzzed with anticipation, but two individuals were noticeably absent.
As Shiranui Genma, who had a toothpick in his mouth, prepared to announce the start of the exam, he raised his hand and declared, "As in the qualifiers, there are no special rules for this exam. A fight continues until one side concedes, loses consciousness, or dies!"
"The first match will be Uzumaki Naruto versus Hyuga Neji," he continued. "Everyone else, please go to the lounge."
The audience murmured as the match was announced. Most villagers in Konoha were familiar with Naruto by now, especially after his official promotion to ninja and his role in the earlier bombing incidents. While they respected him, few thought highly of his strength. Many still saw him as the mischievous troublemaker who pranked the Hokage statues.
Neji, on the other hand, was a rising star from a prestigious clan in Konoha, known for his exceptional Byakugan abilities. People believed that Neji would easily defeat Naruto, and many were eager to see it happen.
As Genma stepped back, the match began.
Naruto and Neji stood facing each other, and Naruto smirked at Neji's Byakugan.
"I told you before that I'd shut that mouth of yours, especially after you hurt Hinata in the qualifiers," Naruto declared. "I'm going to settle that score today."
Neji glared at Naruto with disdain. "You'll soon recognize reality. Let's see how you handle it when it hits you."
"Enough talking, let's fight!" Naruto said with a grin, forming the necessary seals. In an instant, 50 Shadow Clones appeared around him, quickly surrounding Neji.
Naruto's strategy was clear: he would use his massive chakra reserves to unleash overwhelming ninjutsu from a distance, rather than engaging in hand-to-hand combat. Even though he had spent a month improving his physical skills, he preferred to use his [Swift Movement Technique (Shunshin no Jutsu)] and his chakra-based powers to stay at a distance.
Neji, however, immediately created a Shadow Clone of his own to defend himself. But his Byakugan couldn't detect which Naruto was the real one, and in the blink of an eye, Naruto performed a series of hand seals, launching a powerful Wind Style: Hurricane.
Forty-nine hurricanes! The winds raged around Neji as he struggled to find a way through the storm. With his Byakugan, Neji searched for an opening and found one, darting around the clones to strike.
But would Neji really be able to outmaneuver Naruto's onslaught?
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