It's likely no one expected that Neji wasn't limited to the Hyuga Clan's Gentle Fist and had actually learned the Eight Gates!
This was also the result of Neji's deliberation.
He could see the limitations, or rather the upper limit, of the Hyuga Gentle Fist, especially since he, as a member of the branch family, couldn't learn more advanced techniques.
Thus, he could only learn other things to make himself stronger.
He needed powerful strength!
And after seeing Natsuki's Morning Peacock almost kill Orochimaru with a single move, Neji set his sights on the Eight Gates.
This was the only powerful technique he could learn.
Teacher Kai wouldn't be stingy in teaching it to him, so he would be foolish not to learn it!
As for the Hyuga Clan's rules, the main family doesn't teach me more advanced things, so what's wrong with me learning my teacher's techniques?
If you have an opinion, then give me the good stuff to learn!
Swoosh!
Neji suddenly disappeared.
Although he had only opened the First Gate, his Chakra also surged, and Neji's speed naturally increased by one level.
Sasuke's Chidori still moved forward, and his Sharingan also captured Neji's figure, but his body couldn't react in time.
He watched helplessly as Neji flashed to his side, then quickly struck his pressure points, instantly sealing them.
His Chakra immediately became impossible to mobilize, and the Chidori also disappeared.
He instantly lost the ability to resist.
Neji was worried Sasuke still had a hidden move, so he immediately extended his index and middle fingers like a sword and pointed them at Sasuke's throat, then looked at the referee.
Genma Shiranui immediately spoke: "That's it!
Winner, Neji Hyuga of Konoha!"
"Alright!
Well done!"
"That was an amazing fight!"
"Indeed, they are Hyuga and Uchiha!"
The audience cheered one after another, and the atmosphere throughout the arena was ignited.
It was clear that everyone had enjoyed watching it immensely.
Only the Ninja of the Hyuga Clan had unpleasant expressions, because Neji had actually learned something other than the Gentle Fist, and his victory was not achieved through the Gentle Fist.
It was simply a slap in the face to the Hyuga Clan.
Little Hanabi silently looked at her father and asked innocently, "Father, what kind of technique is the Eight Gates?
It seems really powerful!"
This...
Hiashi Hyuga didn't know what to say.
He wanted to say that the Gentle Fist was more powerful, but Neji couldn't win using the Gentle Fist.
Instead, the Eight Gates achieved the victory, so he couldn't say that.
If he said that Neji didn't know the stronger Gentle Fist techniques, he would have to explain why Neji didn't.
Since Neji was such a genius, why didn't the main family properly train him?
In any case, there were a bunch of problems.
Hiashi Hyuga still didn't know how to explain it to Hanabi.
He could only say perfunctorily, "The Eight Gates is a secret technique of Neji's squad leader sensei.
It is very powerful, oh, but our Hyuga Clan's Gentle Fist is even more powerful, oh.
It's just that Neji hasn't grasped the essence of the Gentle Fist yet."
Little Hanabi stared at her embarrassed father, seemingly seeing him blush, and didn't press the matter.
Father, the liar!
"Neji, well done!
Congratulations on your victory!" Xiao Li and Tenten congratulated Neji, and Kai laughed proudly with his hands on his hips, almost sticking his nose up to the sky.
After all, the victory of the Eight Gates was the victory of him, the teacher!
Natsuki also gave Neji a thumbs up.
This match was indeed spectacular, and the fact that Neji had actually learned the Eight Gates truly surprised Natsuki.
It seems Neji is open-minded and has become smarter.
The Hyuga Gentle Fist has a long history and is very strong, but its upper limit is not very high, especially for the branch family.
Therefore, in order to become stronger, Neji knew to learn other things and take power into his own hands.
This kind of transformation was very gratifying.
On this side, Sasuke returned with a very unpleasant expression.
Sakura and Naruto didn't know what to say for a moment, and Kakashi also remained silent.
Neji, however, looked at Sasuke and said seriously, "You are very strong.
I look forward to fighting you again!"
Sasuke immediately said, "I let you win this time, but I'll definitely win next time!"
See?
Neji's stimulating words were more effective than any words of comfort.
Sasuke instantly regained his fighting spirit and wasn't disheartened by this defeat.
And Kakashi actually let out a huge sigh of relief.
He was just afraid that Sasuke would become mentally unstable because of the loss, and it wouldn't be good if Orochimaru's curse mark reappeared then.
Overall, although Sasuke lost, it was good that he was safe.
Moreover, Sasuke's performance wasn't bad.
Even if he lost, he would still be recognized and still have a chance to be promoted to Chunin.
The fifth match ended, next was the sixth match.
"Sixth match, Natsuki of Konoha, Gaara of the Hidden Sand Village!"
Natsuki nodded to his friends, then instantly flashed to the center of the arena.
His appearance with sunglasses was cool, immediately drawing cheers from the audience.
The Ninjutsu Shop Owner in the spectator stands immediately said, "Hey, hey, that's my future son-in-law!"
Others rolled their eyes: We know, we know!
We've been neighbors for so many years, how could we not know?
What are you bragging about!
Natsuki ignored the voices of the audience and only looked up at the little red-haired boy carrying a gourd.
His gaze was like a pool of clear water, completely calm, without any provocation, but it could also be seen as not putting the opponent in his eyes.
Gaara was instantly provoked.
His eyes under his dark circles were bloodthirsty: "Blood!
Blood!
Kill!
I'll kill you!"
"Gaara..."
Temari and Kankuro, the siblings, were worried.
"Be careful, the opponent is very strong!"
Gaara ignored them, directly opened the mouth of his gourd, summoned sand from within, and used it to carry himself down.
His bloodthirsty eyes met Natsuki's, wishing he could tear Natsuki to shreds on the spot.
Genma Shiranui was a little worried, but he still immediately announced the start of the match.
Gaara, however, seemed not to have heard, standing still in place, continuously staring at Natsuki.
Natsuki couldn't be bothered with the little red-haired boy's thoughts.
He casually threw out many Kunai to probe, and sure enough, sand automatically deflected the Kunai.
He did this mainly for show, to first let the audience, or rather the Daimyo, understand that Gaara blocked attacks with sand, making him clearly difficult to deal with.
And then, as long as Natsuki defeated Gaara beautifully and coolly, he would naturally get a high score.
The next second, Natsuki quickly formed hand seals and pressed them to the ground: "Earth Release: Mud Wall!"
Four walls immediately rose up, surrounding Gaara.
However, the enclosed area was quite large, preventing Gaara's sand from easily making contact.
But this range was much smaller than the arena and more convenient for Natsuki to maneuver.
Natsuki was seen leaping onto the wall, even showing off single-handed hand seals, and then opening his mouth to spray out a large amount of water: "Water Release: Water Severing Wave!"
Bang!
A large amount of water instantly filled the space within the walls, and Gaara was also instantly submerged.
The sand in his gourd wanted to protect him, but as soon as it came out, it was soaked by the water and couldn't be lifted at all, let alone protect Gaara.
"Not good!
Gaara, be careful!"
Temari and Kankuro were both extremely nervous.
They didn't expect Natsuki to pull this move, directly using Water Release.
Didn't sand just meet its natural enemy?
No matter how absolute the sand's defense was, it couldn't block such a massive amount of water.
Now he was definitely at a huge disadvantage.
Facing the super strong Natsuki, Gaara was likely in danger.