ALL NOVEL Chapter 45: Chapter 45
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But that didn't mean Tetsuya Fujiwara was stronger than him!
If this fight had taken place in the Land of Wind, his home turf, with the full power of his Magnet Release, he would have undoubtedly crushed Fujiwara Tetsuya. This battle wasn't lost due to skill or power, but because of unfavorable conditions—the lack of advantage in terrain and timing.
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"He really won! That brat actually did it!"
"We won! Konoha's shinobi won!"
"Well done, Fujiwara kid!"
"Fujiwara Tetsuya!!!"
Amidst the commotion, the crowd's scattered cheers slowly merged into a unified chant. It was the recognition of Tetsuya Fujiwara's victory—an honor belonging solely to the victor.
"Tetsuya! I can't believe you actually pulled this off!"
In the stands, after Tsunade officially announced the result, Tanaka Jirou trembled once again—this time from excitement rather than anxiety. Since the founding of the Ninja Academy, this was the first time that members of the Fujiwara, Tanaka, and Uesugi clans had made it to the finals. For these smaller clans, this was an unprecedented glory.
"Fujiwara Tetsuya, huh. I hope you can defeat Ay from Kumogakure next."
At that moment, Tetsuya's image wasn't just imprinted in the hearts of Konoha's shinobi. It was etched into the minds of many young genin from other villages who had come to participate in the Chunin Exams.
After a quick bow to express his thanks to the audience, Tetsuya walked past Tsunade and Rasa, swiftly heading towards the exit. If it weren't for his severe chakra exhaustion, he would've used the Body Flicker Technique to get to the hospital in an instant.
"Tetsuya!"
Two familiar voices greeted him as he reached the end of the passageway. Yuhi Shin and Aburame Muto approached from either side, grinning broadly.
"Sensei! Muto!"
Despite having defeated Rasa, Tetsuya didn't feel much joy. His thoughts were entirely consumed by Uchiha Mikoto's condition.
Yuhi Shin, sensing Tetsuya's preoccupation, simply nodded in understanding. Without another word, they hurried toward the hospital.
…
At Konoha's upper viewing deck, where the village's high-ranking officials had gathered, the end of Tetsuya and Rasa's match led to a swarm of Fire Country officials and noble patrons crowding around Sarutobi Hiruzen and his council. It took a full half hour before they were able to free themselves.
"Orochimaru," Hiruzen said suddenly as they turned a corner, stopping in his tracks and lighting a pipe he'd seemingly produced from nowhere. "Bring that kid to my office. There's something I need to discuss with him."
The officials from the Land of Fire, along with the nobles funding the exams, had taken an even keener interest in this Chunin Exam than Sarutobi had expected. If tomorrow's final went awry, the aftermath would be troublesome to manage.
"Understood." Orochimaru, catching his master's eye, nodded before swiftly disappearing from view.
…
At Konoha Hospital, Tetsuya, Shin, and Muto rushed to the medical wing. By the time they arrived, Uchiha Mikoto's treatment had already been completed. Her condition had stabilized, and she had been transferred to a private room.
But…
The Uchiha guards standing outside her room weren't the least bit reasonable.
"I've told you, Mikoto is a member of our squad!" Tetsuya barked, frustration rising. "Just let me see her! I'll leave after one look!"
If he were stronger, he might've considered pounding some sense into these arrogant Uchiha. No wonder their clan was constantly being marginalized.
"Let them in."
Just as Tetsuya was about to give up, a calm voice came from behind. A tall, graceful young man strode toward them from the hallway.
"Kagami-sama!"
Upon seeing the newcomer, the Uchiha guards immediately stood at attention, their demeanor shifting to one of utmost respect.
Kagami-sama? Uchiha Kagami?
Hearing the name, Tetsuya blinked in surprise. He never imagined he'd get to meet this man in person.
Uchiha Kagami—a unique figure within the Uchiha clan, one who walked his own path. A man who had embraced the Will of Fire, recognized by Konoha's leadership as a true inheritor of that ideal. The only Uchiha truly accepted by the higher-ups of the village.
"You can go in," Kagami said warmly. "But don't stay too long. Mikoto is out of danger, but she needs rest now."
As the rumors described, Uchiha Kagami was indeed a gentle soul. Even Tetsuya, who wasn't easily swayed, felt a wave of calm wash over him in the presence of Kagami's kind smile.
"Thank you," Tetsuya replied, bowing slightly before opening the door to Mikoto's room. Shin and Muto followed closely behind.
…
Konoha Hospital's rooms were standard across the board—there was no such thing as a VIP room. However, as a member of one of Konoha's prestigious clans, Uchiha Mikoto had been assigned to a private room, with relatively better conditions.
"Mikoto…"
Uchiha Mikoto lay unconscious on the hospital bed, her wrists, right leg, and abdomen tightly wrapped in bandages. Her delicate face bore several scratches that had yet to fully heal.
Luckily, this was the shinobi world, where medical ninjutsu existed. Thanks to that, even wounds that seemed severe would heal without leaving any scars after just a few days.
Seeing Mikoto in such a state, Tetsuya felt a surge of anger welling up inside him. His usually composed eyes were now clouded with rage, barely concealing the murderous intent simmering beneath.
"Let's go, Tetsuya," Shin said softly after a few minutes. He could sense the anger radiating from Tetsuya and knew it was best to leave before things escalated.
Just as they turned to leave, the door creaked open, and one of the Uchiha guards stepped in. Without saying a word, he simply watched them, his presence a silent reminder that their time here was up.
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