Chapter 102: Clashes Intensify

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The clashes continued with growing intensity. On the right side of the field, Shin Kaguya moved with lethal grace, the protruding bone spikes from his palms incapacitating one student after another. His strikes were precise, and his relentless technique left little room for defense.

On the opposite side, Aoi and Jun'ko were successfully facing off against other students. Aoi, focused, waited for the perfect moment to strike, targeting key points with pinpoint accuracy, while Jun'ko used Genjutsu to confuse or immobilize their opponents, giving Aoi the opportunity to act. The two moved in perfect sync, repelling every attack that came their way.

Suddenly, Kenji Irame leapt toward Aoi, launching a targeted assault. Aoi, caught off guard, prepared to block the blow, but a kunai whizzed through the air at that moment, striking Irame's arm and forcing him to retreat.

"Thanks, Ren!" Aoi gasped, turning to his teammate.

Ren, still holding a kunai, replied in a cold tone, "Stay focused."

But Irame wasn't ready to give up. In a swift move, he repositioned himself and launched a barrage of Rock Bullets at the group. The stone fragments flew with incredible speed, creating an immediate threat. Ren moved quickly, deflecting the projectiles with his kunai in a series of fluid motions. The stones splashed into the water, generating

Immediately afterward, Ren disappeared using the Mist Body Flicker technique, reappearing behind Irame. With impressive speed, he grabbed Irame's tag and delivered a precise blow to stun him. Irame fell to the water, unable to respond, while Ren returned to his group, tag in hand.

Aoi looked at him, still impressed. "How are you always so fast?"

Ren offered a half-smile. "Just make sure you keep up."

The constant training with Utakata and Ganryu has paid off. Compared to that, this exam feels like child's play, Ren thought.

Jun'ko shook her head with a playful smile, ready to rejoin the fray.

On the sidelines, the instructors observed the clashes intently, whispering among themselves. Two ANBU, hidden in the shadows, kept a close eye on the scene.

"The young Mizutani has improved a lot since the last exams," said one, wearing a wolf-shaped mask.

The other nodded slowly. "His level is different now. And this time, he's not even using the weights."

The clashes continued relentlessly, with every student striving to push their limits. The competition was fierce, and the watery field had turned into an arena of determination and skill.

On the far side of the field, Misaki found herself surrounded by several students who had banded together against her, including Munashi Touma. Her anger grew, especially since Munashi, someone who had once piqued her interest, was now charging at her alongside the group. With a determined cry, Misaki created a rain of blood crystals, no larger than coins. The crystals flew fast and menacing, but the students had prepared a defense: with swift hand signs, they raised walls of water to block the attack.

Seizing the opportunity, Kurara used the ice as a springboard to propel herself into the air. With an elegant leap, she threw her Kurasagima towards a nearby wall, using it as an anchor to stabilize herself. In the process, she managed to incapacitate two of the students giving her trouble. Yukiko joined her without hesitation, helping her take down the remaining opponents with icy precision.

Meanwhile, Mori Mizuchi, Rajino Koga, and Sora Yuki continued to launch attacks against Shin, who, despite holding his ground, began to show signs of fatigue. At that moment, a barrage of Rock Bullets interfered with their attacks, allowing Shin to catch his breath. Turning around, he saw it was Ren who had intervened.

"This has nothing to do with you, Ren," said Sora, preparing an ice jutsu.

Ren responded with a mocking smile. "I hope not all Yuki team up with just anyone."

Meanwhile, Hiroshi had made his way toward Shinji, advancing with a determined look. "Finally, I'll have my rematch, Karatachi!" he shouted, ready to attack. But at that very moment, a powerful explosion shook the arena, startling all the students and drawing attention to a new and mysterious development.

Meanwhile, at the Third-Year Exams

The exams continued with their usual ferocity, a hallmark of their fearsome reputation. Each confrontation was a test of skill, determination, and survival. Among the recruits, one figure stood out above the rest: Ameyuri Ringo. With swift and deadly movements, Ameyuri demonstrated a mastery of sword techniques that left little doubt about her abilities. Her opponents fell one after another, unable to match her devastating precision.

The number of fallen had already risen to three—a tragic reminder of the brutal reality of the third-year exams. The remaining students fought desperately, knowing that every mistake could be fatal. The cries of the injured and the sounds of battle echoed through the arena, creating an atmosphere of palpable tension.

At the First-Year Exams

Meanwhile, in the first-year exams, a group of young students nervously awaited their turn. Among them was Momochi Zabuza, whose name was already being whispered among the academy's instructors. Zabuza, with his icy gaze and ruthless determination, demonstrated his superiority with a relentless series of attacks. Every challenger who dared to face him was defeated mercilessly, his precise and calculated movements revealing an innate talent for combat.

In the stands, a hooded figure silently observed the clashes, flanked by two ANBU operatives. Their presence, shrouded in mystery, added an additional layer of tension to the already heavy atmosphere of the competition. The ANBU stood still and vigilant, tracking every movement with sharp focus, ready to intervene if necessary. Yet, the hooded figure remained impassive, their gaze fixed on the unfolding battles.

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