radicalducati Chapter 250 The Promotion to Chunin, Jonin Mitarashi Ishikawa
Chapter 250 The Promotion to Chunin, Jonin Mitarashi Ishikawa
"Everyone, although the Chunin Exams were forced to be interrupted because of Orochimaru, many excellent genin were also born from this conflict. Now is the time when the village needs manpower, so you probably know why I called you here today." In the conference room, Kakashi sat at the head of the table and looked ahead calmly as he spoke.
On either side of him were the three chief examiners of the Chunin Exams: Ibiki, Anko, and Ishikawa, as well as Genma Izumo and others.
Opposite them stood several participating genin, each with a different expression and an excited demeanor...
"Therefore, based on the Third Hokage's evaluation before his death, and the recommendations of the examiners and some Jonin, the decision has been made. Now, as the Fifth Hokage of Konoha, I hereby announce:"
Hyuga Neji, Yamada Taro, Hei Jiro, Uzumaki Karin, Uchiha Sasuke, Nara Shikamaru, from today onwards you are Konoha Chunin!
"I hope you will not let everyone down, strive to grow stronger, and protect your comrades and the village with your actions. Shoulder the responsibilities that belong to the Chunin Captains..."
As Kakashi solemnly announced this, Iruka immediately took out his prepared Chunin vest and stepped forward.
"Chunin, we're finally Chunin!" Jiro excitedly accepted the Chunin vest, while the others beside him, including Sasuke, were also breathing heavily.
This means that everyone recognizes his current abilities.
"What a hassle. I never thought I'd become a Chunin. Looks like I won't be able to leisurely watch the clouds anymore." Shikamaru scratched his head and muttered helplessly, glancing at Sasuke and the others beside him before giving another wry smile.
Compared to these five, his strength is simply insufficient to bear the responsibility of a Chunin; the pressure is immense!
"Team Ishikawa, you can stay. The rest of you can go back now." Ignoring Shikamaru's complaints, Kakashi glanced at Ishikawa and changed the subject, telling them to leave.
He knew Shikamaru's personality; only under immense pressure could he truly transform and grow!
The purpose of promoting Shikamaru to Chunin now is to cultivate him into a strategist, not to have him lead a team on a mission right now.
"Yes, Hokage-sama." Everyone acknowledged the order, and in the blink of an eye, only Ishikawa Karin and Tarojiro remained in the conference room.
"Do you know why all three of you were promoted to Chunin this time?" Kakashi asked seriously, ignoring Ishikawa, after scrutinizing Karin and the other two.
Instantly, Tarojiro's expression changed slightly from his excitement, and Karin's pretty face also froze!
Aren't they made into Chunin because of their individual abilities?
Does this mean they got in through connections as Hokage disciples?
Uh, it seems that Karin Uzumaki wasn't the Fifth Hokage's disciple either...
"Well! Don't doubt your strength, Taro, Jiro, Karin." Seeing the three of them fall into self-doubt, Kakashi waved his hand to interrupt, "Actually, I'm here to invite you to join the Anbu."
"Anbu!!" Karin and the other two were taken aback, not expecting Kakashi to say that.
“That’s right, Ishikawa has agreed to join the Anbu and suggested taking you all with him. So now I’m asking for your opinions?”
"No need to think about it, I'll go with Ishikawa-kun."
"We are too, Kakashi-sensei, it's really up to you to decide."
Instantly, Karin and the other two hurriedly responded, showing no hesitation in joining the Anbu.
Putting aside their reluctance to separate from Ishikawa, even if they were unwilling, could they refuse if Kakashi gave the order directly?
Asking was just Kakashi showing them respect; refusing would truly be disrespectful to the Fifth Hokage!
"Very good. From now on, Ishikawa's squad will be transferred to the Anbu and assigned to the Second Squad. At the same time, Ishikawa will be promoted to a full Jonin and appointed as a squad leader, serving as my Hokage's bodyguards along with Karin." Kakashi announced happily as he watched the three make their resolute decision, and also gave Ishikawa a half-rank promotion.
From this moment on, Mitarashi Ishikawa is a true Konoha Jonin!
at the same time.
"Chongnin ヾ(???)?"
Naruto was stunned when he saw Sasuke wearing a Chunin vest. He felt like the sky had fallen!
Sakura, standing beside him, had her eyes shining and her cheeks flushed, thinking that Sasuke in his Chunin vest was just too cool (??¤????w¤????)??
"Damn it, we all captured Gaara together, so why does Sasuke get to become a Chunin?! No, I don't accept this!"
"Kakashi-sensei, Kakashi-sensei must be biased again! I'm going to find him and settle the score. I want to become a Chunin too."
Naruto swallowed hard, his eyes wide with fury, tears welling in his eyes, and he was about to go find the biased Hokage.
But as soon as he made a move, Sasuke stopped him. "Idiot, Kakashi-sensei has just become Hokage and is very busy right now. Don't bother him if you don't have to."
Sasuke reprimanded him in a serious tone, the slight upturn of his lips fueling Naruto's jealousy even more!
Damn it, Sasuke is so annoying...
"Besides, becoming a Chunin isn't something you can just decide to do. Senior Ishikawa must have recommended you, but the facts prove that you don't have the potential to become a Chunin."
"What?! You damned Sasuke, I challenge you to a duel! I'll prove with my strength that I won't lose to you!!"
Enraged by the hurt, Naruto roared in fury, brandishing his arms and rolling up his sleeves, ready to fight, prompting Sakura to hastily stop him.
"Hey, Naruto, you're so energetic today?" Just as the three were pushing and shoving each other, Jiraiya appeared instantly and teased them with a smile.
"Eh? Perverted Sage, what brings you here all of a sudden??" Naruto froze upon seeing the newcomer, pointing at Jiraiya with displeasure.
Jiraiya chuckled and sniffed. "Well, I have a mission that requires me to leave for a while. Naruto, aren't you going to train in the Rasengan? How about you come with me on this mission? If you can master the Rasengan, Kakashi might make an exception and let you become a Chunin."
"A mission?" Naruto, Sasuke, and Sakura were all taken aback.
But then, Naruto's mind was instantly filled with the thoughts of a Chunin, "Damn it, I must learn the Rasengan and make Kakashi-sensei look at me with new eyes."
"Sasuke, when I get back, I'll make sure Kakashi-sensei gives me a make-up exam. I want to become a Chunin too!" Naruto said to Sasuke, then excitedly ran home to pack his things.
"Well, this guy is really naive and easy to fool!" Jiraiya couldn't help but shake his head and sigh as he watched Naruto's hurried figure disappear into the distance.
Learning the Rasengan makes you a Chunin? That's impossible.
He was simply giving Naruto motivation to grow up quickly.
"Sasuke, Sakura, please tell Kakashi that I'm taking Naruto to find Tsunade, and that he shouldn't worry." With that, Jiraiya vanished in a flash!
"Tsunade??"
Sasuke and Sakura exchanged a glance, both filled with curiosity about this unfamiliar name...
As the two headed to the Hokage Building to report, two clear bell sounds rang out, and two figures in red robes and black robes appeared amidst the ruins of Konoha, gazing into the distance.
"It's a real pity that Orochimaru failed to destroy this village, otherwise our mission would have been much simpler."
"Although Konoha was spared destruction, it still suffered heavy losses. Even the strongest Hokage, the Third Hokage, was killed. It's truly tragic..."
"Oh? This isn't like you at all. Are you feeling nostalgic seeing your familiar hometown?"
"No, not really. It's just a pity that this once prosperous village has become like this! Let's go, it's time to get down to business."