Impatience and strategy

Chapter 87: Impatience and Strategy

"Is everything alright over

there? Half an hour has passed," Shirakawa Izumi said, frowning as he

looked at the six people over there, namely Kiba, Hirohiko, Yukina, and the

three from Kanno Satoru's group. They still seemed to be discussing plans.

That genius, Taki Kiba, seemed to

be explaining something, but Kanno Satoru kept shaking his head, arms crossed,

with a look of "I'm very distressed by this." He was clearly against

Kiba's idea.

This had been the state for an

hour—Kiba explaining something, Kanno Satoru shaking his head in disagreement.

Seeing this made Shirakawa Izumi a little impatient. No, not just impatient,

but anxious. He paced back and forth, his inner anxiety evident.

Not ready yet? What's taking so long? What are they

discussing? This is the last game, a critical moment! Why are they dragging

their feet?

So impatient! How can they be so indecisive? You've

been asked to enter ten minutes earlier; what's the holdup?

Shirakawa Izumi's impatience

seemed to spread to his two teammates, all three showing signs of restlessness.

The expressions of the three were

noticed by Shiga Taketake and Hyuga Yutaka.

No need to be impatient. The longer they discuss,

the more they show their helplessness, which is our advantage, Hyuga Yutaka thought.

On the other hand, Shiga Taketake

frowned slightly, observing Kiba's apparent frustration and anger.

This is strange. What is Taki Kiba planning? Judging

from his battles, his tactical ability isn't bad. He should be able to convince

Kanno. Although Kanno is an idiot, he's reliable and responsible, not

unreasonable.

But judging from their appearance, it doesn't look

like they're deliberately delaying.

What's going on? Should I go and urge them... or

report to the Chunin? Or wait and see what Taki Kiba wants to do?

Shiga Taketake was conflicted.

Looking at the anxious expressions of Shirakawa Izumi and the others, it was

clear their mentality was affected. For a ninja, this was fatal.

His teacher had always emphasized

keeping calm, even in absolute disadvantage. They must never give up thinking

and must die in battle calmly.

So, Shiga Taketake hesitated,

whether to urge them. However, if he urged them, the experiment would start

immediately, and Shirakawa Izumi might rush forward due to his earlier anxiety

and not listen to reason. It might be a trap.

Should I remind Shirakawa here? And while waiting

for Taki Kiba, help him calm down and restore his mindset? Shiga Taketake wondered.

"Hmph!" At this time,

Kiuchi Taketo sneered. "Isn't Taki Kiba a genius? It seems his planning

ability isn't great. Even an idiot like Kanno can't agree with him."

There was obvious disdain and

sarcasm in Kiuchi Taketo's tone. He said it loudly, clearly intending for Kiba

to hear.

However, Kiba, busy convincing

Kanno Satoru, didn't pay attention.

Kiuchi Taketo's voice startled

Shirakawa Izumi and the others. Could it be they were wasting time because they

couldn't agree on a plan?

The three looked at each other,

finding it reasonable.

If they can't agree... let's urge them to start.

Without a plan, they'll have to act independently. The three of Taki Kiba

aren't easy to deal with, but Kanno's group is easy prey. We have Hyuga Yutaka,

Shiga, and Kiuchi, all strong. We should have no problem dealing with Taki

Kiba's trio. In terms of strength, we're stronger. We have a reliable plan and

a cohesive team. Looking at them, this... we will win!

Shirakawa Izumi, as the captain,

looked at Shiga Taketake and said, "Why don't we urge them? We can't keep

procrastinating."

Shiga Taketake was slightly taken

aback, frowning slightly.

Should I object? Or follow his will? After all, it's

a cooperation between two groups. I can't seem too arbitrary.

It seems he's not as anxious anymore, but... why do

I have an ominous premonition?

"Hurry up, hurry up, finish

it soon," Kiuchi Taketo said, looking at Kiba disdainfully.

These geniuses always think they're great, never

considering others. They think their plan is correct, making Kanno distressed.

Although he's an idiot... Taki Kiba, a genius, is too arbitrary!

Hateful! Just because he's a genius, everyone should

listen to him? Idiot!

Kiuchi Taketo scolded in his

heart.

Hearing his teammates, Shiga

Taketake nodded in agreement.

Since Kento said so, if I object, it might have a

bad influence. Seeing Shirakawa calm down, I hope my premonition is wrong.

He and Shirakawa Izumi walked up

to the Chunin at the booth.

"It's been an hour. Can the

test finally start? They seem like they'll argue till night," Shirakawa

Izumi said to one of the Chunin.

The Chunin glanced at Kiba, then

the two discussed briefly.

"Alright." The Chunin

got up and walked towards Kiba.

Seemingly saying something to Kiba

and Kanno Satoru, Kiba looked over in surprise, and the three looked at each

other.

It's been an hour?

Kiba was a little dazed, then

looked at the other attackers. When he looked, Shirakawa Izumi's two teammates

showed impatience, Hyuga Yutaka remained silent, and Kiuchi Taketo looked at

him with disdain.

Uh... Kanno's foolish nonsense dragged on for an

hour?

Kiba frowned again.

It seems it's impossible to last until night.

There's little time left. Moreover, another purpose has been achieved, and we

can start.

Kiba judged.

Shirakawa Izumi's team is impatient. Chunin also

came to urge. If we don't start, we'll abstain.

So, let's get started!

"Alright! Kanno, if you win,

I'll follow your method, but there's something I want to tell you," Kiba

said to Kanno, who was a little anxious due to the Chunin's warning.

Kanno was taken aback, but Kiba

moved closer and whispered. Kanno's face showed disbelief.

"Are you serious?" Kanno

said incredulously.

"Yes. Now, the final test of

the Chunin Exam is up to you," Kiba nodded affirmatively.

"You..." Kanno's face

showed emotion.

Kiba smiled slightly, patting

Kanno's shoulder. "I leave it to you, the team leader of the defensive

joint team!"

"Group...team leader?"

Kanno was even more moved.

"Don't disappoint our

determination!" Kiba nodded solemnly.

"Leave it to me!"

Kanno's face changed to a serious one. "I will definitely do it! I won't

let you down."

"Then, let's go in. The final

test has begun!" Kiba said, and the three walked into the only wire gate

at the edge of the Forest of Death.

Kanno wiped his eyes silently,

saying, "Kiba... I didn't expect you to be such a good person. I called

you the son of a traitor before. I was wrong! As an apology, I will definitely

defeat them! Sasuke, Masaru, even if we risk our lives, we must win!"

Although they didn't know what

Kiba said, and Kanno didn't explain, from the captain's attitude, they felt

Taki Kiba made a big sacrifice, entrusting hope to them.

The two nodded solemnly.

"Yes! Captain!"

Then, with Kiba's trio, they

entered the Forest of Death together.