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Chapter 27: I Can't Breathe
Chapter 27: I Can't Breathe
Without any chakra left!
Tang Ping felt as if his body had been drained.
Fortunately, he had a supply of chakra-restoring items in his ninja tool pouch.
Soldier Pills!
These specialized potions were designed to replenish chakra.
They were produced by the Uchiha clan.
Although all Soldier Pills share the same name, their effects can vary widely.
Recovery speed, side effects, and other factors can differ significantly.
The Uchiha clan's Soldier Pills, while not as high-quality as those from the Akimichi clan, were still quite effective.
After consuming one, Tang Ping’s weakened state was only marginally alleviated.
Running out of chakra is an excruciating experience for a ninja.
Earlier, Tang Ping had used up all his chakra out of concern that he wouldn’t be able to summon the Faithful Troops. This experience gave him a better understanding of the energy costs involved in summoning.
With the Faithful Troops as his ace in the hole, he finally felt a bit more secure in his ability to protect himself.
Root had been eyeing him for a while, and he had been extremely cautious in his every move to guard against them.
No one understood Danzo better than he did.
The Shadow of the Hidden Leaf!
This title was well-deserved.
Danzo was ruthless, daring, and unscrupulous.
Combined with his self-justification of "everything for Konoha," he was nearly invincible in internal conflicts.
Faced with such a formidable opponent.
A single misstep could mean death without even knowing how it happened.
In the anime, Danzo seemed like a clown.
After all, he had attempted to stab a sword through Susanoo, a move that was laughably ineffective.
But having actually entered the ninja world, Tang Ping understood just how terrifying Danzo truly was.
The Shadow of the Hidden Leaf!
His title was earned through countless bodies and intricate plots.
Not to mention his control over Root, a vast and cold-blooded killing machine.
Even the major clans of Konoha feared him, which was why they had been continuously bullied and forced to send their members to Root for training into killers.
To be targeted by such a person, how could Tang Ping not feel immense pressure?
His state of mind could be summed up in one phrase.
I Can't Breathe!
For a while, he had become a "master of time management," working harder than a 007, all due to the pressure from Danzo.
Now, he could finally catch his breath.
But it was only a breath; he was far from being able to relax completely.
"Sign your name as well!"
Tang Ping approached Uchiha Yae at the edge of the training grounds and handed her the summoning scroll.
Offering her a contract slot was a way to return the favor for all the "white thighs" he had taken advantage of.
Looking up, their eyes met.
Though Yae couldn't see, her sensory techniques allowed her to clearly perceive the Uchiha Tang Ping standing before her.
After a long moment, she finally spoke.
"From today on, the Faithful Troops will be the exclusive summon of the Main House of the Uchiha clan!"
Previously, she hadn't taken her "fiance" seriously, but his various abilities had changed her mind.
At this moment, she was curious to discover what other secrets he might have.
By the way.
Her statement wasn’t meant to take control of the summon, but to provide a cover for him.
Given Tang Ping’s status, others would undoubtedly try to seize such a powerful summon.
The summons of the Three Sages—did anyone not want them?
However, with the Three Sages backed by the three great holy places and their connections to the Hokage, no one dared to make a move.
But for Tang Ping, these people would have fewer reservations.
By claiming the summon as an Uchiha asset, it meant that anyone who wanted to make a move would have to face the Uchiha clan first.
Yuzuki Uchiha quickly signed the summoning contract with her own blood.
However, she wouldn’t offer the contract to anyone else.
If there were too many summoners, not only would Chobimaru find it troublesome, but the risk of not being able to summon during a battle would be fatal (if someone summons in advance, others can’t summon).
With this trump card in hand, Tohei would now focus on improving his strength.
The Joint Chunin Exams were just around the corner!
This was a brutal test that could be life-threatening.
At this stage, the tension in the shinobi world was already palpable. Eliminating potential enemy geniuses before the great war was a priority, and no one would show mercy.
If the exam weren’t so dangerous, Team Three wouldn’t have received so many resources.
So, Tohei was determined to boost his abilities to the fullest.
While summoning Chobimaru would be a game-changer for other genin, a trump card for survival couldn’t be used casually. Thus, he couldn’t afford to fall behind in other areas.
With the exam approaching, Konoha was bustling with activity.
However, the atmosphere was outwardly relaxed but inwardly tense.
Not only was the Uchiha clan’s police force busy, but the Anbu and Root were also highly active.
Under the guidance of Minato Namikaze, Team Three’s strength was rapidly growing.
Having such an experienced and skilled sensei was invaluable for their development.
The day before the exam!
Outside Konoha Village.
A large crowd of nobles and merchants nearly filled the village entrance.
A somewhat unique group appeared.
At the forefront was a middle-aged man with blue hair, yellow eyes, and a white robe over a blue ninja outfit. He wore a straw hat with the kanji for 'Wind' and exuded a sharp, blade-like presence.
Beside him were several figures with white headbands and Sand-nin forehead protectors. Their skin, rough and resilient from years of sand and wind, stood out.
In the center of the group were a dozen teenagers of varying ages.
"Teacher, is this Konoha Village? It’s so much busier than our village!"
A young girl with purple markings on her cheeks and a white headband excitedly spoke to a young female ninja in front of her, who radiated a fiery and intense aura despite her youthful appearance.
"Kanu, if you keep making noise, I’ll send you back to the village!"
The female ninja, with her long, mixed willow-green hair tied up and a smooth, pale back exposed, didn’t even turn around as she threatened her student.
"No, please, Yura-sensei! I’ll be good, don’t send me back!"
The girl immediately covered her mouth.
She knew her teacher was serious and would actually send her back if she misbehaved.
She had finally made it to Konoha and didn’t want to return home empty-handed.
At the very least, she wanted to buy some souvenirs.
Ever since she learned she could participate in the Joint Chunin Exams, she had been saving money.
Yes, this group was from Suna, one of the three major ninja villages participating in the Joint Chunin Exams.
The exams didn’t require all five major ninja villages to participate; any two or more would suffice.
"Third Kazekage, what should we do once we arrive in Konoha?"
A ninja asked the leader.
"Nothing at all!"
The Third Kazekage shook his head.
If they needed to act, it wouldn’t require their personal involvement.
"Yes, Third Kazekage!"
The group, led by Konoha ninjas, entered the village.
And now, the highly anticipated Chunin Exams were about to begin.
(End of Chapter)
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