[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-naruto-what-kind-of-starter-pack-is-13-years-lat":3,"chapter-naruto-what-kind-of-starter-pack-is-13-years-lat-naruto-what-kind-of-starter-pack-is-13-years-lat-chapter-222":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Naruto: What Kind of Starter Pack is 13 Years Late?",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1883014,2501,"Chapter 222: Kurotsuchi's Interest","naruto-what-kind-of-starter-pack-is-13-years-lat-chapter-222",222,"\u003Cp>Bright sunlight streamed down upon Konoha.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Today was clearly a beautiful day, and many residents of Konoha had risen early.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They chatted and laughed as they headed towards the village's largest training ground, for today was the final tournament of the joint Chunin Exams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"There are a lot of people.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the stands, Deidara looked at the dense crowd and immediately turned to Takemi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey, you bastard, you're not going to run away today, are you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How can you accuse others of running when you're always running around yourself?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before Takemi could speak, Kurotsuchi, standing beside Deidara, couldn't stand it anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not only did you run off with the participating teams, but then you abandoned them! You're too much, aren't you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tch, what's that compared to this guy, hm?\" Deidara pursed his lips, looking at Takemi with annoyance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That hateful guy, we agreed on an art competition, but when things went wrong, he ran faster than anyone, making it so I couldn't go out for a while.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Idiot, you have no brain and you blame me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Takemi almost rolled his eyes. He leaned on the railing, looking down and speaking disdainfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Even your junior might know that such an important exam would be strictly guarded by the village. You caused such a huge commotion and didn't know to run away, and you blame me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Eh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Deidara was stunned for a moment. He turned to look at Kurotsuchi, who was covering her face, not wanting to speak, and his face instantly flushed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Bastard, that was me being immersed in art! It must be!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Takemi was too lazy to answer him, but he still asked with some curiosity, \"Why are you two here? Aren't you going to the Tsuchikage's side?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whatever, it's free time now, so I'll do as I please.\" Deidara replied indifferently, his demeanor leaving Kurotsuchi beside him quite speechless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But at this moment, Kurotsuchi sized up Takemi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had heard that name long ago, both from Deidara and from her grandfather, and it resonated like thunder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had always been curious about what kind of person made her grandfather so wary and Deidara so admiring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can't tell his strength for now, but Deidara said he can counter Dust Release, so he must be really amazing. And he looks quite handsome, doesn't he...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kurotsuchi muttered to herself, but soon she felt a bit depressed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She watched Deidara excitedly pull Takemi, asking him all sorts of questions, while Takemi looked disgusted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She remembered, when she looked for Deidara, he seemed to be pretty much like this too?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senpai.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before Kurotsuchi could figure it out, she suddenly saw a red-haired girl run over, and Takemi looked up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's Karin. How is it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senpai, it's been checked. No special situations have been found in the venue for now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karin nodded. She glanced at Deidara and Kurotsuchi beside her before speaking softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karin was not participating in this Chunin Exams. She was currently training with Tsunade, and she also had a mission during this Chunin Exams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her sensory abilities were great, so Konoha naturally wanted her to put them to good use. This could also be considered her Chunin Exam.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's good then.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Takemi smiled, and after a thought, he reminded her, \"But you still need to pay close attention to everything around you, and no matter what happens, don't be too surprised.\"Google seaʀᴄh novel~fire~net\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Huh?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nothing, just enjoy the match.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Karin didn't know what Takemi meant, but in the end, she just nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she stopped thinking and focused her attention on the match. It was her first time watching such a match.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And on the high platform of the venue, Hiruzen looked at the few people beside him with a smiling face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everyone, it's rare for us to gather together.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, it's rare.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Fourth Raikage glanced at the people beside him and sneered, \"Perhaps only your Konoha has the courage and strength to gather everyone together.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's right.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ōnoki also laughed, especially as he looked at the empty sleeve of the Fourth Raikage's left arm, the smile on his face even clearer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Konoha's strength is truly extraordinary.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Fourth Raikage knew exactly what Ōnoki meant, but before he could say anything more, Ōnoki had already turned to the other two.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's a pity that the Fourth Mizukage couldn't make it, but I heard that Kirigakure is nominating a Fifth Mizukage? Isn't he still very young?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Genji was very shrewd. He just gave an awkward smile and didn't respond, while Ōnoki continued to look at Rasa.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And, I heard that Sunagakure even sent their Jinchuriki to the exam. Tsk tsk, truly worthy of an alliance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, let's not talk about these things.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hiruzen watched Ōnoki firing shots left and right, and he could only quickly interrupt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The match is about to begin, let's not discuss these matters.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Indeed, let's just watch the match.\" Rasa nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the Fourth Raikage still sneered, \"I just hope everything goes well today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Fourth Raikage's words made many people present fall silent, as no one knew what such an occasion might turn into.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It seems I'm late.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, just as everyone fell silent, a voice suddenly rang out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Turning to look, they saw that Danzo was slowly walking up to the high platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Danzo, you've arrived.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hiruzen breathed a sigh of relief. He disliked the heavy atmosphere from earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I was worried you'd refuse my invitation.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Such a grand event, it's hard for me to refuse.\" Danzo shook his head, looking at Hiruzen with an expressionless face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Didn't you want to talk to me? I think now is a good time...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the high platform, all the important people had gathered. Below, by the railing, Jiraiya, Kakashi, Tsunade, and others were also gathered together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Have all the arrangements been made?\" Jiraiya asked in a low voice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And where's Takemi? Why isn't he here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He's over there.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade pointed to Takemi, who was with Deidara not far away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That Iwagakure brat is bothering him again. I really don't understand what's wrong with that brat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It's something about art or not art, I'm not sure either.\" Kakashi shook his head, then spoke with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Takemi said it's because of Flying Thunder God, but this is good too. That kid's destructive power is not ordinary, and he has a good relationship with Takemi—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perhaps he can influence some of Ōnoki's thoughts, after all, he's Ōnoki's favorite disciple.\" Jiraiya naturally knew Kakashi's thoughts, and he couldn't help but laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This kid even learned Dust Release, it's incredible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He's participating anyway, Jiraiya-sama, how have you prepared this past month?\" Kakashi shook his head, somewhat curious about Naruto's situation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Naruto is doing well. Although I still can't handle those two types of Chakra in his body, he has learned Rasengan, and even Summoning Technique, which Takemi hasn't learned yet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Speaking of Naruto, Jiraiya smiled, clearly quite satisfied with Naruto's performance. Kakashi also smiled upon hearing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That's good. I also taught Sasuke about the application of Sharingan, and he's learned Chidori. Maybe in the future, he can learn Takemi's Purple Electricity.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You two, why do you start talking about Takemi the moment you open your mouths?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tsunade looked at the two of them with amusement, which made them both pause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But thinking about it carefully, it seemed true. Perhaps they both subconsciously used Takemi as a benchmark?\u003C\u002Fp>",1232,"2026-06-10T06:42:00.701Z",1,"novelbin.me","741b934d6f73a8fb5e770717332f36ba12cb0ba8d65788e9fc561ce22dfd43dc","naruto-what-kind-of-starter-pack-is-13-years-lat-chapter-223","naruto-what-kind-of-starter-pack-is-13-years-lat-chapter-221",522,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fnaruto-what-kind-of-starter-pack-is-13-years-lat-cover.jpg"]