Chapter 51: Chunin Exam

Night, Qianshou Feijian Residence.

After a day's toil in the Laboratory, Qianshou Feijian returned home.

When he stepped into the living room, an expression of disbelief appeared on his face.

Lian Ye was sitting in the living room, cradling a book and studying intently.

The dust on the book's surface indicated its owner hadn't opened it for a long time.

Seeing this, Qianshou Feijian subconsciously disrupted his internal chakra.

He would rather believe he was under Genjutsu than accept that Lian Ye was reading.

In the end, Qianshou Feijian was surprised to find he wasn't under Genjutsu; the kid really was reading!

For a moment, he felt something unreal.

Lian Ye's reading gave him a shock comparable to hearing of Quan Nai's death…

"Kid, you're… reading?" Feijian asked, uncertain.

Lian Ye heard that and couldn't help rolling his Byakugan, thinking the old kid was just looking for trouble.

He showed the book's cover, irritated, and said, "And what else?"

Qianshou Feijian stared at the cover's Ninja World History and fell silent.

The kid was indeed reading, and it was a book he himself had compiled.

He praised, "Not bad, reading more is truly beneficial."

He had indeed urged Lian Ye to study before, but the kid wasn't interested in theoretical knowledge and simply couldn't absorb it.

Now seeing Lian Ye start studying, he felt quite satisfied.

"If the Chunin Exam didn't test theory, I wouldn't have read it at all," Lian Ye sneered, tossing the book onto the table.

This book is completely unreadable…

Damn, he read it all afternoon, yet it was as if he hadn't read at all; the knowledge points in the book were instantly forgotten.

As for using Sharingan to memorize?

He never considered it; true strong ones disdain cheating!

Unless forced…

Besides, he's not a strong one right now.

Hearing that, Qianshou Feijian finally understood why the kid was unusually reading.

It turned out he was going to take the Chunin Exam.

Thinking of Lian Ye's theory score made Qianshou Feijian feel a headache.

He couldn't fathom why the kid's theory score was so poor.

He even specifically studied Lian Ye's mind about this, yet found no issue.

That only deepened his bewilderment.

Feijian ultimately concluded that Lian Ye was an Underachiever…

"Since you've signed up for the Chunin Exam, study properly; failing would be embarrassing," Qianshou Feijian said.

Lian Ye suddenly thought of something, looked at Qianshou Feijian, and said, "Uncle, I think the Chunin Exam shouldn't test theory; I suggest canceling it."

Qianshou Feijian stared at Lian Ye with calm eyes, saying nothing.

"If not, fine, I'll go cook," Lian Ye hurriedly rose and headed to the kitchen.

The Theory Exam is no more than what Sasuke does in the original work: cheating by using Sharingan to copy others' moves.

Anyway, learning is impossible.

Reading all afternoon made Lian Ye keenly realize he isn't material for studying.

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Five days later, Chunin Exam Venue.

Lian Ye and two others had just arrived at the venue when a familiar voice sounded behind them.

"Lian Yejun, are you all taking the exam?"

Lian Ye turned his head and saw Yuanfei Rizhan, Uchiha Jing, and Mizuto Menyan walking toward them.

"Long time no see," Lian Ye greeted.

The few began exchanging pleasantries, recounting their post‑graduation experiences.

That year seemed to have matured them considerably.

Tuan Cang's gaze fell on his close friend, his expression somewhat complex.

Ri Zhan had gotten stronger again…

He had thought that diligent cultivation would let him catch up to Ri Zhan's pace.

But in reality, the gap between them kept widening…

That inevitably left him feeling a wave of disappointment.

"Ha ha, Tuan Cang, long time no see!" Yuanfei Rizhan excitedly rushed up and gave Tuan Cang a bear hug.

It had been a long time since they'd seen their close friend, and they missed him dearly.

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang forced a faint smile.

Although he and Ri Zhan were close friends, he couldn't bear being trampled by Ri Zhan; that's human nature.

Lian Ye moved beside Mirror, his eyes scanning Mirror up and down.

Uchiha Jing felt uneasy, "Lian Yejun, do you have something?"

"Did you open your eye?" Lian Ye suddenly asked.

"Huh?" Uchiha Jing was momentarily stunned, but quickly recovered, "Y‑yes, I opened my eye."

Lian Ye showed a "just as I thought" expression.

When he saw the Mirror, he immediately sensed that the opponent's chakra had changed.

That glance was a sign of the Sharingan activating.

At that moment, the Main Examiner stepped onto the stage, his gaze sweeping the ninjas below like a hawk, and he was clearly surprised when he saw Lian Ye and his group.

Usually, only ninjas fifteen or sixteen years old and above take the Chunin Exam; it is rare for someone eleven or twelve to participate.

"This Chunin Exam will assess your strength, intelligence, and teamwork."

With his command, the First Exam officially began.

Lian Ye sighed helplessly; he hadn't expected the first exam to be a Written Exam.

Fortunately, he could use the Sharingan to copy others' movements.

As soon as the exam started, he copied Xiaochun Zhuanqin's actions and smoothly passed by bluffing.

This Chunin Exam's format is the same as Naruto's cohort.

After the Written Exam, the brutal Elimination Round followed immediately.

The examinees were taken to Konoha Forest, with the rule that they must obtain a specified number of Scrolls within three days and reach the finish line.

Lian Ye Squad and Rizhan Squad moved separately.

After three days of searching and fighting, they finally, on the evening of the third day, secured enough Scrolls and reached the finish line.

The Final Exam was a one‑on‑one duel.

Lian Ye's opponent was a young man in his twenties.

When the youth discovered his opponent was a kid, he instantly felt that advancing to Chunin was a sure thing!

The youth excelled in Water Release; at the start of the battle, he generated a massive Water Mist that enveloped the entire battlefield.

Lian Ye activated the Sharingan, moving cautiously through the Water Mist.

He knew that under these conditions, the opponent would definitely launch a surprise attack.

Sure enough, a Water Blade shot out of the mist; Lian Ye sidestepped, then quickly formed a seal and used "Fire Release·Phoenix Sage Fire Technique".

Countless fireballs darted through the Water Mist, forcing the youth to reveal himself.

The two engaged in fierce close‑quarters combat.

Leveraging the advantage of the Sharingan, Lian Ye gained the upper hand, ultimately using Genjutsu to control the youth and defeat him.

Zhi Cun Tuan Zang, Sarutobi Clan Ri Zhan, Xiaochun Zhuanqin, Uchiha Jing and Mizuto Menyan were fortunate not to be placed in the same group, and each displayed great strength in their own battles.

In the end, the six smoothly advanced to Chunin.

Lian Ye received the Chunin‑exclusive Green Vest.

After becoming a Genin, one can receive a Headband; after becoming a Chunin, one can obtain the Green Vest.

Lian Ye hadn't expected to be promoted to Chunin at eleven; he is still very satisfied with his rate of improvement.

The only worry is that his Sharingan hasn't upgraded yet, still a Single Tomoe.

If he could unlock Three Tomoe, his strength would definitely increase dramatically.

"Intense emotional stimulation… just how intense must it be?"