Konoha: Bridge
Naruto was walking along when he noticed Konohamaru and Moegi. "Hey boss, come and play ninja with us. Please."
Naruto smiled. "Well, training has been going well, so I guess I can spare…"
He immediately lunged forward as a figure jumped down behind Moegi and delivered a punch to their face knocking an Ame Shinobi away. Moegi and Konohamaru reacted with shock at this.
"Get behind me you two." Naruto ordered as he activated his style changing his eyes and gaining that red sheen to his hair. "I'll protect you from this creep."
The Shinobi drew a kunai and spoke with a deep voice. "I'll show you Leaf Genin. You're all nothing. Just a bunch of weak…"
Naruto sped in and delivered a hard elbow to the stomach followed by a hard kick sending the Shinobi to the ground. "You have one chance to leave now before I get serious."
The Rain Genin got to his feet before running off.
Konohamaru happily said, "That was so cool boss!"
Moegi joined him. "Yeah, you're my hero."
With Hinata
Hinata jumped back as a Rain Genin lunged at her from the tree.
She immediately wove the right-hand signs. "Byakugan!"
"Hyuga… that Dojutsu won't save you." The Rain Genin stated.
He charged in only for Hinata to dodge to the right. "You're within in range for a full display of what a Hyuga can do." She got into the right pose. "8 Trigrams 64 Palms." She began hitting the Shinobi. "2 palms. 4 palms. 8 palms. 16 palms. 32 palms. 64 palms."
She landed every hit on the Shinobi showcasing the fruits of her labor. The Shinobi was knocked into a nearby wall before turning into a puddle of water.
The real Rain Genin appeared in the tree. "I thought you were fearful Hyuga, but it seems as though I was wrong."
He ran away.
With Sasuke
Sasuke kicked the Rain Genin in the face knocking them into the river. "Stay out of our village.
Fusion Clan Home: Backyard
Everything seemed calm and serene before Udon climbed up the fence and looked in. "He's not out here either." He scratched his head. "Where could Daichi be?"
A deep voice belonging to a Rain Genin asked. "I'd like to know that for myself. I seem to have lost track of him." Udon looked back at him terrified. "Care to help me find him?"
"At that moment, Daichi lunged forth from the ground of his back yard. He went clear over Udon decking the Rain Genin and knocking him away from the boy.
Daichi landed in front of him with his arms crossed. "I knew you were tracking me Rain Genin. Fortunately, it gave me an excuse to try out a Jutsu my Sensei gave me." He crossed his arms. "Now leave. If I hear of any attacked children, I'm looking for you first."
The Rain Genin growled before running off.
Udon smiled. "Wow, that was really impressive Boss Daichi."
Daichi looked at him and noticed Udon wasn't wearing his goggles. "Boss Daichi? What about Naruto; furthermore, what are you doing here?"
Udon nervously sniffled. "I still think Naruto's great, but the way you handled that situation earlier was so cool. I'm not leaving Konohamaru's group, but I wish to admire you more than Naruto. So, can I observe your training and learn how to grow strong?
Daichi shrugged. "I'd be fine with it." He winked. "Just respect when I want work on something a little more private. After all, a Shinobi's got to have their secrets."
Udon smiled. "Ok Boss Daichi."
They jumped over the fence. Udon then sat down and opened a notebook as Daichi began to work on his swordsmanship.
Konoha: A Roof, Night…
Kakashi stood on a roof while the Rain Genin that attacked his students appeared behind him. "How'd they do?"
The Rain Genin replied, "They all made it. Your squad and the others. All 10 Rookies are ready for the exam." He changed back into Iruka. "You were right Kakashi. They're good and have been developing impressive skills."
Konoha Forest
Team Guy was training in the woods.
"Did you hear Lee and Neji? Rookies at the Chunin Exams. First time in 5 years" Tenten looked at Lee. "What do you think the odds are that Daichi will be among them?"
Lee smiled. "I know for a fact Kakashi's Squad will be there." He pounded away at a tree. "That means Daichi, the Uchiha, and Neji's cousin will be there."
Tenten nailed a dummy dead center.
Neji said. "It's too bad for them that destiny decrees they lose."
Outside the Academy: Day of First Exam…
Team Seven appeared at the Academy. The sight of the first exam. Daichi was glad that his entire team decided on coming. It just wouldn't have felt the same without them.
The Fusion member smiled. "Looks like we're all here."
Hinata nodded. "Yeah, let's do this."
Naruto was pumped. "Ah yeah, Team Seven is going to take this!"
"Let's enter already." Sasuke put his hands in his pockets. "Any longer out here, and we may miss our opportunity."
Academy, 2nd floor…
There were many Genin crowded around the door. Lee had been hit and was sitting on the ground. The way he was acting led Daichi to believe that he was acting weaker than he was. Even though they only spared once before, Daichi knew Lee was stronger than this.
"Please let us through." Tenten stated. "We're supposed to go in there."
One of the Genin guarding the door went to hit Tenten.
Daichi intervened moving in to catch that Leaf Shinobi's hand. "You're giving us Leaf Shinobi a bad name." He tightened his grasp. "I'd reconsider what you're doing."
He walked away as the ninja on the right shrugged. "We're only trying to be nice. The exams are going to make this look like a picnic."
The other Shinobi said, "Some of you won't even survive, others will be wrecked for life, and some of you will go crazy. For Chunin, it is always life and death. You think it's a joke?"
"Chunin are qualified to lead missions." The other ninja stated. "The lives of your squad members are in your hands, so you must be tough enough to take the heat. We're just trying to thin the heard a bit."
"Real nice speech." Sasuke approached. "Now why don't the two of you step aside and let us through. While you're at it, release the Genjutsu. We can see through the illusion anyways. We're going to the third floor."
Neji looked at Hinata and sneered, but she held her ground. Sasuke's words spurred the various teams to question what he'd just said. Clearly, these Shinobi had been fooled. Proof of this was only delivered when the numbers above the door changed from 301 to 201.
One of the guard ninjas said, "Seems we have ourselves some real competition here. Not only did you notice the Genjutsu, but your teammate here was able to block my strike. I suppose it's time we take off."
The other Shinobi said, "Your team may just go far Rookies."
The two-ninja walked off.
Lee jumped to his feet. "If it isn't my eternal rival Daichi. You were as cool as ever."
Daichi nodded to Team Guy. "It's good to see you all again. That includes you Lee even though our last competition was 2 weeks ago."
"So, this the older team you met?" Naruto asked.
Daichi nodded. "This is Team Guy. Rock Lee, Neji Hyuga, and Tenten. Team Guy these are my teammates. Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, and Hinata Hyuga."
Neji looked at Sasuke. "Such a shame that a prodigy is placed on a team of losers. Seems destiny doesn't have any plans for the last Uchiha if it decided to drag you down."
"I get it. You're someone I should ignore." Sasuke stuck his hands in his pockets. "Message received."
Neji was peeved. "What's was that?"
Sasuke turned away from him. "You insulted my team Hyuga." He nonchalantly pointed at Naruto. "Only I get to do that, and only to the Dobe."
"Teme." Naruto mumbled.
Sasuke ignored him. "If you got a problem with them, take it up with me." He smirked back at the Hyuga prodigy. "That is, if your strong enough to even do that."
Tenten giggled. "He's cute and cares for his teammates in a cool guy kind of way."
Neji started glaring at Sasuke and Hinata openly.
Naruto did not like that. "Hey, what's your problem with my team? Sasuke was only speaking the truth and Hinata hasn't done anything to you."
Hinata looked at both teams. "Come on, let's get to the testing room already."
"Hinata's right guys." Daichi stated. "Save the anger and competitiveness for the exams."
Hinata pushed Naruto while Daichi put a friendly arm around Sasuke. They led both their teammates to the stairs.
"So, this is the Chunin Exams?" Sasuke thought. "What a freak show."
3rd Floor
Team 7 were walking towards room 301 when they heard Lee. "Hey Uchiha. Hold on."
Team 7 turned to Lee standing atop a balcony.
"What do you want?" Sasuke questioned.
Lee said, "I want to fight you, here and now."
Sasuke said, "You want to fight me?"
"Yes." Lee jumped off the balcony. "I, Rock Lee, challenge you. I wish to test my skills, better understand my limits, and prepare to fight Daichi and Neji." Lee got into his stance. That is not all. Everyone talks about the Uchiha Clan and how great they are. I want to see if it's true."
Naruto thought. "If he wants to fight the Teme, let him. I already have Shinobi I want to battle before bushy brows."
Sasuke said, "If you really want to learn about my clan, I don't mind spending some time teaching you."
Lee held his hand towards Sasuke. "Bring it on."
Sasuke turned to him. "Very well."
Daichi leaned against a nearby pillar with his arms crossed. "This should be good. Lee and I have had competitions, but we haven't fought at all outside of our first meeting. That said, his strength and speed have drastically increased. This should be a good gauge of his skills."
Hinata looked at the clock worriedly. "Sasuke I'm not sure we have the time for this."
"Relax." Sasuke smirked. "This will be over in 5 seconds."
Sasuke charged at Lee. "Here he comes. Forgive me Guy Sensei. I know it is forbidden, but I may have to use that Jutsu." Sasuke punched, but the older Genin dodged before appearing above. "Leaf Hurricane."
Lee spun in an attempted to deliver a powerful kick only for the Uchiha to duck. The kick sailed over Sasuke, so the older Genin landed on his hands going for a sweep.
"I'm not moving fast enough." Sasuke thought." I've got to block it."
Lee got past the block nailing Sasuke and knocking him back.
"Lee has really stepped up his game." Daichi commented.
Naruto was impressed. "Yeah, this guy is amazing at Taijutsu."
"Is that all he's using?" Hinata asked.
Daichi nodded. "Taijutsu is all he can use. His Chakra network is underdeveloped meaning he can't use Ninjutsu or Genjutsu. As a result, he spends all his time on Taijutsu."
"Enough playing around." Sasuke got up and activated his Sharingan. "It's time I get serious."
The two began going at it throwing multiple punches at one another. Lee avoided more of them than Sasuke, but the Uchiha was getting his fair shots in. His increased training had to mean something.
"Lee is surpassing Sasuke and his Sharingan!" Hinata was shocked.
"So, this is what we can expect from the Chunin Exam applicants." Naruto smiled. "Bring it on."
Daichi nodded. "Lee has grown stronger. I'm starting to wonder what else he can do?"
The Uchiha and Lee continued to go at it throwing in kicks to the mix.
"You are great Sasuke Uchiha." Lee stated. "Better than I imagined. I once thought there were those born in this world with talent, yet never worked. Time and time again that is proven wrong. Now, I set out to prove that I can be a great Shinobi even without Genjutsu or Ninjutsu."
Lee vanished form Sasuke's sights, appeared under him, and kicked the younger Genin into the air. The older Genin followed him coming behind the Uchiha. The bands around Lee's arms began to become undone.
Lee said, "At this moment, I shall show you the fruits of my hard work."
Before anything further could be done, a pinwheel hit Lee's bandage sticking it to the wall. Everyone turned to see a red turtle with a Leaf Village head band around its neck.
Lee said, "This isn't good."
"Alright, that's enough Lee!" The turtle scolded.
Lee elbowed Sasuke away making it impossible for him to land safely. Daichi jumped into the air and caught Sasuke putting him over his shoulder. When he landed, the Fusion member sat Sasuke down.
Lee bowed his head in remorse. "You… You were watching us the whole time?"
"Of course, and that last technique is forbidden." The turtle scolded. "You know that."
Naruto blinked a few times not believing what he was seeing. "He's talking to a turtle, and it's talking back."
"I'm sorry." Lee began. "I did not mean to…"
"You are a disgrace! You think you'll get away with a lame excuse?! A Shinobi never revels his techniques unless it's absolutely needed! It's such a basic rule that you should get it by now!" The turtle chastised.
Lee bowed "Forgive me sir."
The turtle asked, "Are you prepared to take your punishment for your actions?"
"I… Yes sir." Lee looked down at his feet.
The turtle said, "Alright, then come out Guy Sensei."
Guy appeared on the turtle's back doing a weird pose. "Hey everybody! What's shaking?"
Daichi's teammates were all shocked by the man's appearance.
Daichi laughed. "That's Guy Sensei alright."
Naruto said, "So that's where Lee gets it from! Same soup bowl haircut and even bushier eyebrows!"
Lee turned around and angrily shouted, "Do not insult Guy Sensei! He's one of the greatest men in the entire world!"
"Excuse me for not noticing his greatness! I was too busy watching him crawl out from under a turtle!" Naruto shot back.
Lee shouted, "He did not crawl out…"
Guy waved his hand. "Give it a rest Lee."
Lee said, "Yes sir."
"Now for your punishment." Guy punched Lee sending him flying. "You fool!"
Daichi sighed as he'd seen that punishment the few times he observed them train
Lee hit the ground and Guy knelt before him. "I'm sorry Lee, but…" Guy began to tear up. "…it's for your own good."
Now they were both crying as they hugged one another. Team Seven was left to watch until both stood up seeming to regain themselves.
"Now, I want you to take 100 laps around the practice field." Guy stated firmly. "Show me what you got!"
"Yes sir!" Lee exclaimed.
Daichi spoke up. "Guy, you're forgetting about the Chunin Exams."
Guy and Lee stopped.
"Oh, I forgot about that." Guy cleared his throat. "Lee, you not only disobeyed the rule on fighting, but you disrupted the Chunin Exams. I think that warrants a slightly more severe punishment, don't you?"
Lee saluted. "Yes sir!"
Guy said, "You will run 500 laps. How does that sound?"
Lee nodded. "Outstanding sir."
Guy then looked at the four Genin. "So, this is Kakashi's squad. I'll check them out." The Jonin addressed them. "Tell me, how is Kakashi as of late?"
Sasuke asked, "Do you know him?"
Guy chuckled. "As Daichi is Lee's eternal rival, Kakashi is mine."
Naruto yelled, "Really?!"
Guy held up his hand "I'll give you a small taste of what I can do. After all, a ninja's actions always speak louder than words." He vanished from all their sights only to appear behind them. "50 wins and 49 loses in my favor."
Everyone of Team Seven, even Daichi, turned around in shock of his sheer speed.
Sasuke thought, "His speed is incredible. Is he even human?"
"I'm sorry for the trouble Lee caused you." Guy stated. "Please accept my sincere apology."
Sasuke thought, "Could it be true? Is he better than Kakashi? I don't think he's making this up."
"Lee, you should accompany these Shinobi to the classroom." Guy threw a kunai to dislodge Lee's band from the wall, and everyone noticed the Genin's bruised hands. "Remember, give it your best. Farewell."
Lee nodded. "Yes sir!"
Guy and the turtle vanished.
Lee looked at Daichi. "Daichi, I am not certain, but Neji may just be better than you now. At the very least, he is someone to look out for. Mark my words for I will defeat you both." He jumped back up to the second floor. "I will show everyone what I can do."
With that, Lee took off.
"Man, the Chunin Exams have a lot of talent attending." Daichi smiled at his team. "Good thing we're ready, right?"
"We are." Sasuke looked at the second floor. "Next time, I'll take him down."
"I'm not going to doubt myself now." Hinata thought determined. "I'm here to show that I can be strong like father. To show that I'm making progress on the other halve of my dream."
"Then let's get going before we're late." Naruto stated.
The four of them continued onto the testing room.