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Uchiha Takashi experienced the sensation of being utterly 'drained.'
Fortunately, he had chakra-restoring items in his ninja pouch.
Soldier Pills! A special medicine used to replenish chakra.
They were produced by the Uchiha clan.
Although all Soldier Pills have the same name, their effects can vary greatly.
Recovery speed, side effects... these aspects are completely different.
The Soldier Pills made by the Uchiha clan, while not as high-quality as those from the Akimichi clan, were still decent.
After consuming one, Uchiha Takashi barely managed to shake off his 'weakened' state.
Running out of chakra is extremely uncomfortable for a ninja.
Just now, Uchiha Takashi was worried he wouldn't be able to summon Chubimaru, so he chose to use up all his chakra. After this experience, he now has a better understanding of the chakra consumption for summoning in the future.
With Chubimaru as his trump card, he finally felt some confidence in protecting himself.
The Root has always coveted his 'body,' and he had been extremely cautious in his every move to guard against them.
No one understands Danzo better than he does.
The Pot Shadow!
This title is not the least bit unjustified.
Ruthless and daring beyond belief.
Coupled with the self-hypnotizing buff of 'everything is for Konoha,' he is invincible in internal conflicts.
Facing such an existence.
If you're not careful, you won't even know how you died.
In the anime, he seemed like a clown.
After all, he even created ridiculous scenes like 'a kunai stabbing Susanoo.'
But only upon entering the ninja world did one realize how terrifying he truly is.
The Darkness of the Shinobi! That was his title.
There are only wrong names, never wrong nicknames.
His title was built upon countless corpses and conspiracies.
Not to mention he controls the Root, a massive and cold killing machine.
Even the major ninja clans of Konoha are extremely wary of him; otherwise, they wouldn't have been bullied by him, constantly having to send clan members to the Root to be trained as killing machines.
Being targeted by such a person, how could Uchiha Takashi not feel the pressure?
His mindset could even be described with one phrase:
I can't breathe.JPG. During this period, he transformed into a 'master of time management,' working even more intensely than a 24/7 schedule, all because of the pressure from him.
Now, he could finally catch his breath.
But it's just a breath; he's still far from being able to relax completely.
"Write your name on it too!"
Uchiha Takashi approached Uchiha Mei at the edge of the training ground and handed her the summoning scroll.
Giving her a spot in the contract was a way to repay the 'White Thigh,' after all, he had benefited quite a bit from her.
They locked eyes!
Although Uchiha Mei couldn't see, her sensory ninjutsu allowed her to clearly assess the Uchiha Takashi standing before her.
After a long pause, she finally spoke.
"From today onwards, Chubimaru will be the exclusive summoning beast of the main branch!"
Previously, she hadn't paid much attention to this 'fiancé' of hers, but as he displayed various abilities, her opinion of him changed significantly.
She was now very curious, wanting to know what else he had that she didn't know about.
Oh, right.
She wasn't saying this to seize the summoning beast, but to 'take the fall' for his status.
With Uchiha Takashi's status and position, others would definitely try to seize such a powerful summoning beast.
Don't think others wouldn't want the summoning beasts of the Sannin. It's just that they have the backing of the Three Great Sage Regions and belong to the Hokage's faction, so no one dares to make a move.
But with Uchiha Takashi, these people wouldn't have so many scruples.
### Chapter 27: I Can't Breathe JPG
However, saying that the summoning beast belongs to the Uchiha implies that anyone with designs on it must first get past the Uchiha. Very soon.
Uchiha Mei wrote her name on the summoning scroll with her own blood.
But aside from them, no third person will be given the chance to contract.
If there are too many contractors, not to mention whether Chubimaru would find it troublesome, the mere possibility of being unable to summon during a battle because someone else summoned first could be deadly.
After securing this trump card, Uchiha Takashi will focus his efforts on improving his strength.
The joint Chunin Exams are just around the corner!
This is a brutal exam where lives are at stake.
At this stage, the tension in the ninja world is already palpable, and no one will hesitate to eliminate potential geniuses from enemy factions before the great war.
If the exam weren't so dangerous, the Third Squad wouldn't have received so many resources.
Therefore, Uchiha Takashi must give his all to improve himself.
Although summoning Chubimaru would be an overwhelming advantage against other Genin in the exam.
But a trump card for survival can't be used as a regular attack, so he can't fall behind in other areas either.
With the exam approaching, Konoha is becoming increasingly lively.
However, the atmosphere is tense beneath the surface.
Not only is the Uchiha clan's police force busy, but the Anbu and Root are also active.
And under Minato Namikaze's guidance, Uchiha Takashi's Third Squad is rapidly growing in strength.
Having such an experienced team leader is undoubtedly beneficial for their development.
The day before the exam! Outside Konoha Village.
A large number of nobles and merchants from various places almost filled the village entrance.
A somewhat special team appeared.
Leading them was a middle-aged man with blue hair and yellow eyes, wearing a white robe over a blue ninja outfit, and a hat with the kanji for 'Wind', giving off a sharp, blade-like presence.
Beside him.
A group of individuals with white cloth wrapped around their heads, wearing Sand Ninja forehead protectors, their skin rough and resilient from years of exposure to wind and sand.
At the center of the group were a dozen or so young boys and girls of varying ages.
"Teacher, is this Konoha Village? It's much livelier than our village!"
A girl with two purple stripes on her cheeks and a white cloth wrapped around her head excitedly spoke to a young female ninja in front of her, who exuded a fiery and imposing aura.
"Jun, if you keep making noise, I'll send you back to the village!"
The female ninja, dressed casually with her smooth, fair back exposed, her long hair in hues of birch and green tied up, threatened her student without turning her head.
"No, Pakura-sensei, I'll be good, don't send me back!"
The girl immediately covered her mouth with her hand.
She knew her teacher meant what she said and could really send her back to the village.
She didn't want to return empty-handed after finally arriving in Konoha.
At the very least, she wanted to buy some local specialties.
Knowing she could participate in the joint Chunin Exams, she had started saving money.
Yes.
This team was from Sunagakure, one of the three major ninja villages participating in the joint Chunin Exams.
The joint Chunin Exams can be held with any two or more of the major ninja villages, not necessarily all five.
"Lord Kazekage, what should we do once we arrive in Konoha Village?"
A ninja asked the leading Kazekage.
"Do nothing!"
The Third Kazekage shook his head.
Even if something needed to be done, they wouldn't need to act personally.
"Yes, Lord Kazekage!"
The team entered the village under the guidance of Konoha ninjas.
And next, the Chunin Exams, which have captured the attention of the entire ninja world, will begin.
(End of Chapter)
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