Naruto, my father's name is Uchiha Madara.

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But this time, he used only one Wind Release: Rasengan to consume most of his chakra.

Inside the sealed space, Minato pondered, "I wonder how much energy the Wind Release: Rasengan will consume once it's fully formed."

"It will definitely be more, if not more."

Ban also crossed his arms in response.

After all, it's obvious to everyone that this technique is only in its rudimentary form.

However, if even a prototype can cause so much consumption, the completed Wind Release: Rasengan would probably have to completely drain Naruto.

"A perfect opportunity! Shadow Clone Technique!"

At the same time, Naruto mustered his strength and formed hand seals again!

Although he doesn't have much chakra left, he can still create more than a dozen shadow clones!

A dozen Narutos pounced on the still-unsettled Neji like hungry wolves!

They no longer focused on close-quarters combat, but instead used their numerical advantage to harass the enemy by constantly throwing kunai and shuriken.

At the same time, the main body and several clones quickly formed hand seals:

"Fire Release·Fire Bullet!"

"Wind Escape·Big Breakthrough!"

"Earth Release: Earth Strike Bullet!"

Although they were all BC-rank ninjutsu, with the help of shadow clones, they attacked from different angles and with different attributes at the same time, forming a dense firepower net!

For a time, Neji was completely overwhelmed and unable to defend himself!

He needs to constantly activate his White Eyes to observe the attack trajectory and use Bagua Palm to block and dodge.

At the same time, we must also guard against Naruto's shadow clones' close-range attacks!

To use the Reversal Technique, one must confront the Wind Release: Rasengan once again.

Neji wasn't confident he could dodge a second time.

Therefore, having lost their trump card of "Return to Heaven," they were now vulnerable to Naruto's unreasonable multi-pronged attacks and elemental harassment.

Neji's exquisite Gentle Fist and footwork also seemed somewhat inadequate!

Exhausted from running around, Neji's movements inevitably became slightly sluggish!

"caught you!"

Naruto's eyes flashed with a sharp light as he instantly spotted the tiny opening Neji had made after blocking the Wind Release!

He darted out like a cheetah, his speed reaching its peak, and circled around to Neji's side and rear.

A punch brimming with chakra, accompanied by the sound of air being torn apart, slammed hard into Neji's ribs!

Neji hastily turned around to block!

But this time, Naruto's long-planned power gained the upper hand!

Neji was knocked off balance by the punch and staggered to the side!

It's this step that caused the imbalance!

Naruto pressed his advantage, unleashing a swift sweeping kick that sent Neji flying into the air with a series of powerful blows.

At the same time, a clone leaped into the air and delivered a powerful spinning kick to Neji's waist.

Neji completely lost his balance and fell heavily to the ground! Dust flew everywhere!

He struggled to get up immediately, but the pain throughout his body forced him to give up.

At that moment, Neji looked up and was met with Naruto's deep blue eyes, burning with an indomitable will.

"The outcome is decided!" Hayate Moonlight appeared just in time and announced loudly, "The winner is—Naruto Uzumaki!"

After a brief silence, the entire stadium erupted in thunderous cheers and incredible exclamations!

"We won! Naruto won!"

"He actually defeated Hyuga Neji!"

"They've broken through the barrier! It's unbelievable!"

"What kind of Wind Release technique is that? It's so powerful!"

In the stands, Hinata was so moved that tears streamed down her face, her hands clasped tightly to her chest.

Hiashi Hyuga looked at the field with a complicated expression, and finally let out a long sigh.

The area belonging to the Hyuga branch family was utterly desolate.

Naruto rubbed his limbs, then reached out to Neji on the ground: "Hey, can you still stand up?"

Neji ignored Naruto's hand and stood up by himself.

His white clothes were covered in dust, making him look somewhat disheveled.

But his eyes were filled with an unusually complex mix of emotions as he looked at Naruto. There was the resentment of defeat, the shock of having his move countered, and a sense of bewilderment after his beliefs were shaken.

"Why…"

Neji's voice was slightly hoarse: "Why fight so hard? Knowing the gap is huge, knowing you might fail... why resist? Fate... cannot be changed."

Naruto looked at Neji, his smile vanishing, replaced by an unprecedented calm and seriousness.

He withdrew his hand, straightened his back, and spoke in a low but clear voice that resonated throughout the entire hall, carrying a powerful and moving force.

"Neji, you always have 'fate' on your lips. The main family and the branch family, geniuses and ordinary people... you say it's all destined."

"But,"

“I’ve been called ‘Demon Fox’ since birth. Everyone hates me and treats me like a monster. I didn’t do well in ninja school and almost failed to graduate.”

"According to your 'theory of fate,' should I just accept my fate? Should I spend my whole life hiding in a corner, a piece of trash despised by everyone?"

Naruto's voice suddenly rose, filled with unwavering determination:

"But I won't!"

"You say fate cannot be changed? Then I will fight fate to the very end! If once doesn't work, I'll try twice! If twice doesn't work, I'll try a hundred times! A thousand times!"

"Until we beat it to the ground and trample it under our feet!"

"This is my way of ninja!"

"Hinata is the same! She may not be as 'genius' as you, but she works harder than anyone else! She's kinder than anyone else! Her fate shouldn't be decided by you! She should walk her own path in life!"

"So stop talking to me about fate!"

Naruto gave Neji one last deep look before turning and walking toward the players' tunnel.

Only his towering figure, appearing exceptionally tall in the sunlight, and his resounding declaration remained, echoing long afterward in the vast arena:

"If fate stands in my way, I will fight it to the very end! And then, I will show you how I win!"

Neji stood there, stunned, watching Naruto's departing figure, the resounding words echoing in his ears.

He subconsciously touched the caged bird curse mark under his forehead protector, which symbolized "fate".

For the first time, that cold, hard touch seemed to carry a hint of... loosening and cracks.

In the stands, Hiashi Hyuga closed his eyes.

The talent Neji displayed today is a once-in-a-century genius for the Hyuga clan.

Without systematic training, he was able to use Hyuga's two great techniques, Sixty-Four Palms and Rotation, solely through his own hard work.

Hizashi... Neji has really made something of himself! As long as he's around, how can the Hyuga clan's ridiculous system not be destroyed?

Once the system is abolished, Hinata will no longer need to train so hard, and the tragedy of the family splitting up will no longer happen.

What does it matter if the children hate me in order to achieve this goal?

The first match ended with Naruto's stunning comeback and his inspiring declaration.

Meanwhile, in a dimly lit VIP box in the arena, Orochimaru, disguised as the Kazekage, watched Naruto's last image on the screen.

A flicker of indescribable greed and excitement flashed in the golden snake eyes.

The Sand Village's conspiracy, like the fangs of a viper, quietly aimed at the heart of Konoha, hidden beneath the clamor of cheers.

Chapter 105 Hiashi Hyuga's Confession and Repentance

The first earth-shattering duel came to an end.

Naruto's declaration about "breaking fate" still echoed in the air above the noisy martial arts altar.

Like a boulder thrown into a calm lake, it stirs up ripples in the hearts of countless people.

The audience was abuzz with discussion, cheering for Naruto's victory, shocked by the breaking of the Reincarnation skill, and lost in thought over the resounding words.

The atmosphere in the players' lounge was completely different.

Naruto Uzumaki was being treated by the medical team ninjas for some minor abrasions and fatigue from excessive chakra depletion.

Sakura helped out from the side, a happy smile on her face, but she didn't forget to "lecture" him: "Idiot Naruto! That last Wind Release Rasengan was too reckless! Your chakra control was so rough, you almost blew your hand off! If you do that again, I'll 'heal' you with my fist!"

"Hehe, didn't we win!"

Naruto replied with a grin, "Sakura, did you see that? I beat that arrogant Neji to a pulp! I avenged Hinata!"

He waved his bandaged arm, as if his earlier weakness was all an act.

Sasuke leaned against the wall, closing his eyes to rest, but a slight smile played on his lips.

Although he didn't speak, Naruto's final Wind Release: Rasengan that broke through the Heavenly Cycle, and his declaration, still left an impression on him.

Break free from fate... Hmph, bottom of the class, easy for you to say.

Sasuke then opened his eyes and glanced at the direction of the Sand Village trio on the screen.

Especially that red-haired figure, whose cold fighting spirit re-coalesced.

His battle is yet to come.

In another, relatively quiet lounge cubicle, the atmosphere was so oppressive it was almost suffocating.