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Chapter 81 - Chapter 82: Second Exam

The atmosphere was tense as the participants of the Chūnin Exams arrived at the ominous entrance to the Forest of Death. Towering trees loomed overhead, their twisted branches intertwining like gnarled fingers, casting eerie shadows across the ground. A sense of foreboding hung in the air, but excitement also pulsed through the ranks of eager ninja.

As the teams gathered, a woman with a mischievous grin approached. She had short, spiky hair, and wore a revealing outfit that accentuated her curves. Her confident demeanor drew attention immediately.

"Welcome, everyone, to the second exam of the Chūnin Exams!" Anko Mitarashi announced, her voice sharp yet playful. "I'm your proctor for this exam. You can call me Anko."

Hyuk's eyes were immediately drawn to her voluptuous figure. Damn, she's something else, he thought, the heat of desire sparking within him. He couldn't help but admire her confidence as she strutted across the stage, completely at ease with the attention she commanded. I want her, he decided, already envisioning the possibilities.

Anko continued, oblivious to the effect she had on some of the participants. "In this exam, you'll be divided into teams of three. Your goal is to retrieve two scrolls from the opposite side of the forest and bring them back here. Easy, right?"

She smirked, and the tension in the air thickened. "Oh, and don't think it'll be a walk in the park. The forest is filled with dangers, and I won't be responsible for what happens to you. You all signed the waiver, after all!"

Whispers of concern circulated among the teams, but Hyuk's attention remained fixed on Anko. He found her fierce demeanor intriguing, and the thrill of the challenge added to his growing attraction. I can definitely work with that, he mused, a sly smile creeping onto his face.

"Once you enter, you'll have five days to complete the exam. You'll need to work together and stay alert. Teams can attack each other to obtain the necessary scrolls," she explained, her eyes gleaming with excitement. "If you're not careful, you could end up dead before you even reach the first checkpoint."

The participants shifted nervously, glancing at one another. Hyuk, however, felt a surge of adrenaline. He loved the thrill of danger, and this was exactly the kind of challenge he craved.

"Now, who wants to volunteer for the first question?" Anko teased, her grin widening. She took a step closer to the assembled teams, her presence commanding the room.

As she began to explain the rules in greater detail, Hyuk's mind drifted. He couldn't shake the image of Anko from his thoughts, her playful attitude only fueling his desire. He could already imagine her in his arms, their bodies entwined, the thrill of danger amplifying the moment.

His teammates, Sasuke and Sakura, were discussing strategies, but Hyuk was lost in his fantasies. He snapped back to reality when he heard Anko call for the teams to line up and prepare to enter the forest.

"Alright, Team 7, let's get ready!" Sakura said, trying to catch Hyuk's attention.

"Yeah, yeah," Hyuk replied, shaking off his thoughts. "I'm ready."

With a mix of excitement and desire coursing through him, he stepped forward, joining his teammates as they prepared to enter the Forest of Death. The looming darkness of the trees beckoned, and Hyuk felt a thrill that was as much about the challenge ahead as it was about the alluring proctor who would be watching their every move.

As they crossed the threshold, the atmosphere shifted dramatically. The sound of nature surrounded them, but beneath it lay an undercurrent of danger that sent shivers down Hyuk's spine. This was where true strength would be tested, and he was more than ready to prove himself.