Naruto: I'm Really Not an Evil Uchiha!

Konoha Street.

Shimizu was carrying a short sword, having just come from Kakashi Hatake's house.

When sparring with Kakashi, he would always make Kakashi's hand go numb, causing pain in his palm.

Through the simulator, he had finally obtained the longed-for Shadow Clone Technique.

With the collective effort of many shadow clones, Shimizu had completely adapted to the [Lightning Release: Regenerative Body Refinement], allowing this cycle to run continuously within his body for 24 hours.

Even in his sleep, Shimizu could strengthen his physique without wasting time.

The benefits were significant; his muscles were now more evenly built, like a perfect body sculpted by water, and he had grown taller again.

His black, fragmented hair now reached his waist, and under the Uchiha robe, Shimizu's figure exuded a sense of cold sternness and presence.

"The outsiders have almost all arrived; the exam starts tomorrow."

Shimizu scanned the street, observing the diverse array of ninjas.

The annual Chunin Exams also indirectly boosted Konoha's economy. Many merchants made a fortune, after all, not every place had Konoha's favorable environment.

This year's Chunin Exam was much more special than previous ones.

It didn't stipulate that it must be team combat; individuals could also participate, much like the "Flame Chunin Exam" from the original story. Perhaps countries were subtly aware of the coming war and were intentionally preserving their strength.

This gave Shimizu quite an advantage. One of his teammates had died as predicted by the simulator, while the other had left the world of shinobi to live as a civilian.

If it were still mandatory for teams, Shimizu would have had to find some random teammates to join the exam.

While he was pondering, someone with half of their left face covered by a white cloth and two red marks on the right side caught Shimizu's attention.

"Baki from Sunagakure?"

Shimizu recognized the iconic attire, recalling his intelligence.

A teacher to the Fifth Kazekage, with Jounin-level strength, Mizuki would be killed by Baki in the future.

Then, Shimizu looked at the woman beside him, with a voluptuous figure in a light gray backless outfit, curiously eyeing the Konoha streets.

As she looked around, her thin clothing barely hid her high, full chest, and her slender waist was accentuated by a tight band, making her figure even more enchanting.

Shimizu understood; this was the future famous hero of Sunagakure, Pakura.

She possessed a unique Kekkei Genkai, Scorch Release.

"Are you looking at me?"

As Shimizu's gaze lingered, Pakura seemed to sense it and turned around.

She was very sensitive to gazes; whenever someone looked at her, she would feel it.

"It's normal to observe opponents before the Chunin Exam starts tomorrow."

Shimizu withdrew his gaze, his mind racing. Pakura's fate was not a good one.

She died under unnatural circumstances, sacrificed in a scheme by the village's higher-ups to negotiate with Kirigakure, cursing the village and ninjas with her last breath.

"Hmph."

Pakura gave a cold snort, recognizing the Uchiha crest on Shimizu. Despite his handsome appearance, she showed no warmth towards someone who might be a formidable opponent.

She was wholly devoted to her village, and anyone who might hinder her progress was an enemy.

If she didn't become a Chunin this time, she would have to spend more time on additional exams, a result she could not accept.

"Pakura."

Baki spoke up.

This was Konoha's territory, and offending an Uchiha here was far from wise.

After a brief conversation with Pakura, Baki apologized to Shimizu and led her away.

"This exam is going to be lively."

Shimizu shook his head; he had simulated the results of the Chunin Exam, and with his current strength, he could pass easily.

But this didn't bring Shimizu joy; being a Chunin was just a beginning.

He needed to deal with the pressure from Fugaku.

Over the past half-year, Shimizu had reduced his time teaching Rin Nohara because Fugaku had assigned him to train several Uchiha with Yang attributes.

He truly felt Fugaku was looking for trouble. Couldn't other Uchihas study at Konoha Hospital? Why waste his time like this?

"Is it about reputation?"

The Uchiha were a proud clan, disdaining to learn other ninjutsu, sticking to their traditions. Most followed the old ways; those with talent went to the Konoha Police Force, while those without ran small shops.

The fact that Itachi and Obito could massacre the clan without causing a ripple was enough to show how complacent the Uchiha had become.

Shimizu looked around at the people on the street, bought a bag of soldier pills, and left.

...

Chunin Exam Venue.

"Shimizu, you're really taking the Chunin Exam?"

Uchiha Inabi, with his team, met Shimizu at the entrance of the exam room.

He was full of doubts; wasn't Shimizu just graduated?

He had taken the Chunin Exam several times himself, and his presence this year was proof of how difficult it was.

It was a display of military might, far harder than other ways to become a Chunin.

"Just trying my luck."

Shimizu found his assigned exam room according to the form.

Uchiha Inabi scratched his head; was Shimizu made of iron?

He heard that Shimizu did well in school, often worked part-time at the Konoha Hospital, and now he was taking the Chunin Exam.

Comparing oneself to others could be maddening.

"Inabi, why haven't you mentioned there's such a handsome guy in your clan?"

"Judging by the Adam's apple and build, I thought it was a woman."

Inabi looked at his two teammates in silence.

"What's there to mention? Am I not handsome? Shimizu is just a little bit handsomer than me."

Inabi made a small gesture and followed into the exam room.

When Shimizu found his seat, he casually glanced around and spotted many familiar faces.

Pakura, Baki from yesterday, and an unfamiliar shinobi from Sunagakure.

Sitting in front of him was Asuma Sarutobi, and further away was Kurenai Yuhi.

Shimizu took a count; there were quite a few people here, including Genma Shiranui and Ebisu.

Asuma, who was busy talking to Kurenai, noticed his "good brother" Shimizu had arrived and quickly greeted him.

"Shimizu, you made it just in time; you were almost late."

As soon as Asuma finished speaking, Kurenai turned around sharply.

Her gaze fixed on Shimizu, dark circles under her eyes from exhaustion, but her eyes grew colder as she bit her lip.

This time, she was determined to defeat Shimizu with her strength, to end the nightmare that haunted her every night.

Asuma was about to catch up with Shimizu when a gentle voice echoed through the room.

"The exam is about to begin; please keep quiet."

Minato Namikaze entered from outside, accompanied by several examiners in ninja attire.

The noisy exam room fell silent instantly.

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