Despite it being due to his father's sake, the main family of the Hyuga Clan felt indebted and would not threaten him on that basis, but physical freedom could precede that of the spirit.
He didn't mind.
With the end of the first official round, the number of contestants had been reduced to fifteen. The next round of eliminations would be held tomorrow, and the winners would become final Chūnin.
That is to say, seven people would become Chūnin.
"What about the extra person then?" Sasuke asked Kakashi.
"As for the extra person, they can draw a lot to choose one of the seven winners to challenge; if they win, the position of Chūnin will be given to the challenger," Kakashi explained.
"I see," Naruto cheered, "I hope I get a bye tomorrow so I can directly challenge the contestant I want to."
"Don't worry, you won't get a bye."
Kakashi's eyelids drooped—
