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The second thing is that Hyuga Neji transformed into Tayuya.
Unaware of what was happening, Yamanaka Ino took the initiative to approach.
The third thing was that Tayuya appeared and restrained them, preventing Tenten from erupting again.
In particular, the Shuriken Shadow Clone Technique caught them completely off guard.
The last thing was Hyuga Neji's sneak attack, which caused Kurama Yakumo to lose the initiative.
In the end, he subdued her using ninja tools.
Kurama Yakumo didn't even see her from beginning to end.
The viewing platform atop the wooden dragon.
"This is truly an unexpected result."
Kurenai Yuhi said with a look of surprise.
She knew Yakumo Kurama's strength, and in her opinion, apart from Naruto Uzumaki, none of the other students in the genius class could match her.
"I didn't expect that either."
Kitazawa echoed.
This is not a lie.
He previously believed that the three teams most likely to win first place were Uchiha Sasuke, Uzumaki Naruto, and Kurama Yakumo.
However, the Kurama Yakumo squad was defeated in the first round of the team battle.
"Neji's squad's teamwork was too perfect."
Chen Baojun praised, "Everyone deserves credit for their victory."
The reason why Uchiha Sasuke's team was able to win before was purely because Uchiha Sasuke's individual strength was too strong.
"Looks like the old man is still as sharp as ever."
Tsunade chuckled and said.
Hiruzen Sarutobi, the instructor of Hyuga Neji's team.
Such intricate tactics are something that a group of ten-year-old children would normally find difficult to conceive; it was most likely the work of Hiruzen Sarutobi.
"Actually, the Yakumo Squad's response was already quite good, but it was still a bit lacking."
Maruhoshi Kosuke commented.
"Kitazawa, will your tactics even work?"
Kurenai Yuhi said with a smile, "In the next match, Naruto's team will face Hinata's team, which is no less powerful than Neji's team."
It wouldn't be difficult for Hinata's team to replicate Neji's team's tactics.
Because both of their squads had a captain who was skilled in using the white eye technique and the bow technique.
"There's no point in saying more; you'll understand once you see it."
Kitazawa shook his head and said, "I'll go down and announce the results first."
He disappeared from the spot and reappeared in front of the genius class.
At this moment, Umino Iruka is recounting the final battle between Hyuga Neji's squad and Kurama Yakumo's squad.
Seeing this, Kitazawa did not interrupt, but waited quietly.
"...In the end, Yakumo was tied up by Tenten and forced to admit defeat."
Umino Iruka concluded.
The students in the gifted class were in an uproar.
Because of Kurama Yakumo's invincible performance, everyone thought their team would win, but the result was completely different.
"Yakumo actually lost?"
Sasuke Uchiha frowned subconsciously.
He had assumed that the three teams advancing to the third round would be him, Yakumo Kurama, and Naruto Uzumaki.
In retrospect, team battles are indeed fraught with uncertainty.
He almost crashed, while Yakumo Kurama crashed completely.
I wonder if Naruto's team can win.
"Our squad can also use this tactic of Neji's squad."
Nara Shikamaru's eyes lit up, and he said.
"That's definitely possible."
Hinata Hyuga nodded and said.
"Wouldn't that mean Naruto would lose?"
Kiba Inuzuka stared wide-eyed, his face filled with disbelief.
“Naruto is Naruto, and Yakumo is Yakumo. Besides, Naruto already knows about this tactic, so he will definitely be prepared.”
Shino Aburame adjusted her glasses.
"Then naturally we can't use this tactic exactly as it is."
Nara Shikamaru chuckled softly and said.
"Shikamaru must have a new idea."
Seeing this, Choji Akimichi said.
"We also have tactics provided by Kitazawa-sensei!"
Naruto Uzumaki gave a thumbs up and said, "Our Youth Team's youth cannot afford to lose!"
Hinata Hyuga felt envious upon hearing this.
Their mentor was Chen Baojun, who was also very capable, but in her mind, no one could compare to Bei Ze.
In a sense, she and Kitazawa became opponents in this team battle.
"That's the point of holding team battles."
Iruka Umino glanced at Kitazawa and said, "I'm letting you understand the power of a team. The power of an individual is ultimately limited."
There's nothing seriously wrong with that statement.
However, occasionally, two ninjas with invincible strength will emerge in the ninja world.
No matter how many people there are, it doesn't matter in front of them.
"Next up is Naruto's team versus Hinata's team."
Kitazawa cleared his throat and said, "Please have both teams enter the Death Forest and prepare. We will officially begin in fifteen minutes."
"Yes, Kitazawa-sensei."
After answering, Naruto Uzumaki, Rock Lee, and Jugo rushed into the Forest of Death.
In contrast, Hinata Hyuga, Shikamaru Nara, and Haku appeared to be slow and methodical.
Kitazawa glanced at Hinata Hyuga and thought to himself that he had no choice but to defeat them this time because of a system mission.
If there are no system tasks for the next final exam, he can choose to become the instructor of Hinata Hyuga's team.
Because he had fifteen minutes, Kitazawa didn't rush to catch up with Naruto's team.
He found Hyuga Neji and Kurama Yakumo.
Neither team sustained any serious injuries.
Kitazawa approached Yamanaka Ino and helped her release the pressure points that Hyuga Neji had immobilized.
"Thank you, Kitazawa-sensei."
Yamanaka Ino grabbed his hand, stood up, and said.
I thought you would be very disappointed.
Kitazawa said with a smile.
"It's normal to lose to Neji."
Yamanaka Ino shook her head and said, "The only pity is that Yakumo didn't win this time."
It was a one-on-one encounter between her and Hyuga Neji, and she even took the initiative to engage in close combat, so it would be unreasonable for her not to lose.
However, Yakumo Kurama's defeat was also unexpected.
However, this illustrates the unique nature of team battles, which are completely different from individual battles, where anything can happen.
"Alright, you can go out now."
Kitazawa patted her head and said.
He then examined Kurama Yakumo and Hyuga Neji's bodies again.
After they all left, he found Naruto's team.
They had discussed tactics before.
The rules for team battles prohibit instructors from providing on-site guidance.
This is to test the students' ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
Kitazawa stood in the shadows, waiting for the team battle to begin.
The left side of the Death Forest.
"Let's do it here."
Nara Shikamaru glanced around and said, "The trees here are the densest, making it a good place to hide."
What is our plan?
Bai asked curiously, "Are we using Neji and the others' tactics?"
"We'll just use their first tactic."
Nara Shikamaru said with a smile, "Let Hinata suppress them from a distance, and then we just need to wait for them to come over."
"wait?"
Bai was taken aback.
"Lee and Jugo have no way to deal with Hinata's archery techniques."
Nara Shikamaru explained, "Naruto's Wind Release ninjutsu is good, but he's impatient and definitely won't wait to get beaten up."
"I see."
A look of realization dawned on Bai's face.
The reason why Hyuga Neji's squad took the initiative to get close was because Kurama Yakumo's squad could wear them down until the time ran out.
Naruto's team wouldn't be like that; both he and Rock Lee are rather reckless.
"To prevent Naruto from actually losing his temper, Hinata can target Rock Lee and Jugo."
Nara Shikamaru added.
"it is good."
Hinata Hyuga answered succinctly.
"Let's set a trap in this forest while we still have time."
Nara Shikamaru clapped his hands and said, "Who knows, we might be able to pull off a major upset and eliminate Naruto's team, just like Neji did."
Time passed slowly.
Fifteen minutes later, Kitazawa's voice rang out, marking the official start of the team battle.
Hinata Hyuga immediately activated her Byakugan.
She gripped the bowstring and suddenly stopped.
"Jugo used the Transformation Technique to blend into Naruto's Shadow Clone."