"Sandstorm Gaara!"
"C-rank missions: 8 times, B-rank missions: 1 time!"
"He's just a Genin and has already completed a B-rank mission! So impressive!"
Kabuto Yakushi seemed to be seeing Gaara's information for the first time himself.
Naruto looked at the card on the ground, recalling Gaara's arrogant demeanor that day.
Turns out this guy is so strong—just being a Genin and completing a B-rank mission is indeed eye-catching!
"Because he's a ninja from a neighboring country, this is all the intel we have for now!"
Kabuto looked up and glanced at Naruto.
"B-rank missions, can Genins execute missions of this level?"
Kiba Inuzuka asked.
However, Kabuto smiled at the question.
"Is it that strange? Haven't there been squads led by Genins that executed A-rank missions?"
Saying that, he looked at Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura.
"These three in front of you, aren't they the monsters who successfully completed even A-rank missions?"
Kiba glanced at Naruto and the others.
"I know about this. In reality, it was their Jōnin instructor who put in most of the effort to complete the mission, so it doesn't have much to do with them, right?"
"They just assisted their Jōnin in completing the mission!"
Saying that, Kiba struck a pose as if he could have done it himself.
However, Kabuto smiled and gave Sasuke a faint glance.
"Is that really the case?"
Kiba: "What do you mean? Isn't that how it happened?"
Lightly adjusting his glasses, Kabuto smiled, "As far as I know, their Jōnin instructor, Hatake Kakashi, didn't contribute much!"
"Actually, what I know is exactly the opposite. The ones who truly completed the A-rank mission were precisely these three!"
Upon saying this, countless Genins in the entire classroom turned their heads to look at Naruto and the others.
At that moment, Naruto felt a bit embarrassed, as to be honest, defeating that Zabuza had little to do with them!
In reality, it should be entirely Sasuke's credit.
But at this point, explaining would do no good.
"A mere Genin being able to complete an A-rank mission? Don't joke!"
"That's absolutely impossible!"
"A-rank missions involve combat power at the level of elite Jōnin. Can three Genins handle enemies of that caliber?"
Kiba nodded, "Exactly, it's impossible to rely just on the three of them!"
Saying that, Kiba suddenly remembered something, recalling how their teacher had been dominated by Sasuke a few days ago.
Thinking about it, it didn't seem entirely impossible!
Could it be that Sasuke really took down Zabuza?
Impossible!
Zabuza was an elite Jōnin!
How could Sasuke possibly defeat an enemy of that caliber?
Impossible! Absolutely impossible.
At this moment, Sasuke had already returned to his seat, not bothered to explain anything.
Let the other Genins think whatever they want!
Whether they think it's possible or not, it doesn't affect Sasuke at all.
On the contrary, at this moment, Sasuke could clearly feel Gaara's gaze on him.
"Is this little Gourd kid fixated on me now?"
Sasuke felt a bit annoyed. Why had this guy inexplicably fixated on him?
Truly speechless!
However, now Gaara was filled with killing intent toward Sasuke.
"A Genin who can already complete A-rank missions, indeed the most terrifying genius of Konoha!"
"If I kill you, then I'll be able to prove my existence!"
Gaara's gaze swept back and forth across Sasuke.
At that moment, Ibiki rushed in.
"Such an overwhelming killing intent... But as a warning, in this classroom, you'd better not cause any disturbance!"
"If you strike or injure other examinees, you will immediately lose your qualification for the exam."
"You will also face severe punishment!"
Saying that, Ibiki glanced at Gaara first, then at Sasuke.
Especially when Ibiki saw Sasuke, he felt a chill.
"Such a deeply hidden aura!"
"The most outstanding genius of this Konoha generation, I hope you won't disappoint me!"
"Everyone, immediately return to your seats. The exam is about to begin."
The Chūnin exams are held twice a year.
And the difficulty of the exam is hard to predict.
But this first exam, testing the ninjas' ability to gather information, was simply too easy for Sasuke.
With his Sharingan activated, he directly found the person with the answers, mimicking their movements.
The answers on the test paper were quickly obtained by Sasuke with ease.
However, what annoyed Sasuke was that Naruto was sitting in the front row.
Now, Naruto was scratching his head, seemingly clueless.
Even though the exam rules stated that cheating would result in a two-point deduction.
This clearly encouraged many Genins to use their own methods to cheat.
Yet, Naruto still didn't understand.
But more than worrying about Naruto, Sasuke was more concerned about Gaara.
After completing the exam, Gaara's gaze had been fixed on Sasuke the whole time.
As if he hated Sasuke to his core.
Sasuke had not provoked Gaara at all and didn't understand why this guy was looking at him that way.
Given the situation, Sasuke felt that he probably wouldn't have to wait for the third exam; in the second exam, in the Forest of Death.
Gaara would likely confront him.
If that was the case, Sasuke didn't mind at all; at most, he'd just reveal a bit of his power in advance.
He was still very confident in dealing with Gaara.
After everyone showcased their abilities, the first exam also came to an end.
Meanwhile, Naruto, as the only one who handed in a blank sheet yet passed the exam, was quite pleased with himself.
At the same time, the examiner for the second exam, Anko Mitarashi, made an appearance.
Dazed Anko Mitarashi gave off the impression of a sleepy older sister.
The second exam's venue: outside the Forest of Death.
Anko Mitarashi introduced the passing conditions to everyone.
Sasuke gazed into the forest.
For some reason, Sasuke had a bad premonition.
It seemed like someone was hiding in there, and most likely, that person was coming for him.
Suddenly, Sasuke thought of Orochimaru.
"Could it be Orochimaru? Didn't he already put the Cursed Seal on me? Why is he showing up now?"