Ch-45 Story behind Rajin no Jiryoku.

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Onthe day of the Chunin exam, ninjas from the villages of Konoha, Sunagakure, Kusagakure, Amegakure, Takigakure, and Otogakure gathered in Room No. 301 of the Ninja Academy. Nine rookies from this year gathered in one corner of the classroom, engaged in a lively conversation.

Ino asked Shikamaru, "Do you know what's going on with that ninja outside Jiryoku's house? He won't let anyone meet him."

Shikamaru replied, "I'm not sure. Maybe something significant happened. Even our parents haven't told us anything."

Just then, Kabuto approached everyone and introduced himself, saying, "Hello, my name is Kabuto. This is my seventh attempt at the exam." He then asked, "Are all of you the nine rookies from this year?"

Sakura responded, "Yes."

Kabuto gestured towards the other candidates sitting nearby, who were glaring at the rookies, and said, "Look at the dissatisfaction you've caused among the other candidates."

Everyone was stunned by this revelation but remained composed, knowing they were not weaklings. Sakura spoke up, "You mentioned that your name is Kabuto. What do you mean by attempting the Chunin exam for the seventh time?"

"Yes," Kabuto replied with a confident smile, "the Chunin exam happens twice every year, without fail. And let me tell you, this is already my fourth year participating in it."

A sense of intrigue filled the air as Kabuto reached into his pocket, pulling out a stack of cards carefully preserved with valuable information. He held them up for everyone to see, adding, "These cards contain a wealth of knowledge that I have diligently collected throughout my journey."

Sasuke's curiosity was piqued, and he couldn't help but ask, "So, you have information on specific individuals from other villages as well as our very own Konoha?"

Kabuto nodded, his gaze focused. "Indeed, I have amassed a fair amount of data on various individuals. However, I do require at least a rough description or appearance from you to provide the relevant details."

Sasuke considered for a moment before mentioning two names. "Tell me about Rock Lee from Konoha and Gaara of the Sand."

Kabuto's eyes sparkled with familiarity as he swiftly retrieved two cards from his collection. Infusing them with his chakra, he showcased the first card featuring Rock Lee.

"Ah, Lee, a remarkable shinobi. He graduated a year ahead of all of you, making him one year older.

Even back then, he displayed considerable skill and potential. It remains a mystery why he abstained from participating in previous Chunin exams. According to my records, he has completed an impressive tally of 20 D-Level missions and 11 C-Level missions."

Taking a moment for everyone to absorb the information,

Kabuto continued, "Now, let's delve into the enigmatic Gaara of the Sand. As a shinobi hailing from another village, reliable information on him is scarce.

However, my records indicate that he has successfully accomplished 8 C-Level missions and a notable B-Level mission. What's truly remarkable is that Gaara has managed to complete every single mission unscathed, without even the slightest injury."

Shikamaru couldn't contain his astonishment. "Wait, you're saying that as a Genin, he tackled a B-Level mission flawlessly? That's unprecedented!"

As the conversation progressed, another voice chimed in.

It was Hyuga Neji, seeking information on Jiryoku from Konoha. Kabuto responded promptly, extracting a specific card from the bundle and infusing it with his chakra. The image of Jiryoku came into focus.

"Jiryoku, a member of the Hyuga clan," Kabuto began, delving into the intriguing tale.

"At the tender age of four, he made a drastic choice to escape the fate of being controlled by the Main branch. He gouged out his own eyes.

From that point on, he dedicated himself to rigorous training for the next six years. Astonishingly, at the age of ten, he not only graduated from the ninja academy but also defeated a seasoned Genin who had fought in the war and was on the verge of being promoted to Chunin.

Merely a month later, a bounty was placed on his head, attracting the attention of one of the most formidable black market mercenaries and his entire team. Jiryoku, displaying unrivaled prowess, effortlessly triumphed over them. It's worth noting that five members of that group were Jonins, with the leader himself being an Elite Jonin by the standards of major villages.

Additionally, he even eliminated Hyuga clan members who dared to ambush him, including his own Jonin leader."

Pausing momentarily, Kabuto allowed the weight of his words to sink in before resuming his narration.

"Following these events, Jiryoku embarked on numerous missions, and by the age of eleven, he was promoted to Chunin.

Within the same year, by the midpoint, he ascended to the esteemed rank of Elite Chunin. And astonishingly, at the tender age of twelve, he received a direct promotion to Jonin. Over time, his strength grew to legendary proportions, earning him the moniker 'Rajin no Jiryoku'—the Lightning God Jiryoku.

This title bears significance as it originated from a pivotal event during his mission to quell a rebellion orchestrated by a Fire Country minister. When faced with an army of 500 ninja, Jiryoku became akin to the embodiment of lightning itself, effortlessly controlling where it struck. His entire body crackled with electric energy, leading witnesses to hail him as the God of Lightning.

Notably, he possesses the rare Kekkei Genkai that enables him to manipulate gravity. Thus, he was bestowed with the name 'Rajin no Jiryoku,' signifying his dominion over lightning and gravity.

To date, Jiryoku has accomplished a staggering 400 missions, among which an astounding 35 are classified as S-Level missions."

As Kabuto's words reverberated through the air, an air of astonishment engulfed not only Neji and his comrades but also the Genins from other villages, all left in awe of the prodigious tales they had just heard.

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