Chapter 282: Leaving the Stage
A crisp sound rang out, throwing Yekura's heart into disarray.
The people around them also saw Uchiha In's movement and were stunned.
Initially, when they saw Uchiha In helping Sara, they all nodded, feeling it was within expectations.
After all, Sara was Uchiha In's Disciple, and it was indeed excusable for him to help Sara when his Disciple was in danger.
Many people didn't have the discerning eye to see that Yekura, at the last moment, did not go for a fatal blow against Sara.
In fact, due to the distance, even those with discerning eyes might not have been able to clearly see that Yekura did not go for a fatal blow at the last moment.
So, in their eyes, it was perfectly normal for Uchiha In to step in at the last moment to save his Disciple.
Of course, those who supported Konoha or leaned towards Konoha would not raise any objections.
However, the people from Sunagakure were slightly displeased.
Didn't they agree that the match would only end when one side died or conceded?
Uchiha In, what you did doesn't follow the rules!
Of course, although the people of Sunagakure were internally displeased, they didn't dare to protest loudly.
After all, this was Konoha's home ground, and Sunagakure currently lacked the confidence to go to war with Konoha.
Meanwhile, the people from Mist Ninja Village watched with cold eyes.
It wasn't their business anyway; they were content to observe from the sidelines.
"It seems the people of Konoha are quite fond of cheating, aren't they? It's really a good show for us to watch, wouldn't you say, Hokage-sama?" the Third Kazekage said with a sneer.
The Third Kazekage, of course, knew that it was impossible to blame Konoha or escalate the matter over such a thing.
Doing so would not only be of no benefit to Konoha but also to Sunagakure.
However, gaining a slight advantage verbally and annoying Hiruzen Sarutobi was still possible.
Of course, Hiruzen Sarutobi, whose face was already thicker than a city wall, completely ignored the Third Kazekage's taunt, instead leaving the Third Kazekage feeling foolish.
And upon seeing Uchiha In patting Sara, some people showed surprise, while others understood.
Uchiha In's relationship with the women within Konoha could be said to be completely open, often going shopping and dining with them; the people within Konoha had long known about Uchiha In's relationship with Sara.
However, Ninja, merchants, and nobles from other countries didn't know the situation, and when they heard the discussions around them, their faces already showed that 'everyone understands' expression.
After all, they could also understand that Sara was the Loulan Queen, who had abandoned her country to come to Konoha; if one were to say she had no relation to Uchiha In, no one would believe it.
Of course, everyone could still understand this point.
But now, Uchiha In hitting Yekura caused a sensation among everyone.
What was Uchiha In doing? He actually hit Yekura's rear.
Could it be? Did Uchiha In also have something going on with Yekura?!
Especially seeing Yekura's blushing face, it made people even more suspicious!
"No way! Uchiha In couldn't have conquered Yekura too, could he! This is truly exhilarating!"
"Lord Uchiha In is amazing! I knew the battle between the two women just now seemed more like a jealous quarrel!"
The people of Konoha said this.
And upon reflection, they felt even more that the battle between Yekura and Sara was somewhat unusual.
"Oh my God, Goddess Yekura is our Sunagakure's Genius; how could she possibly fall for Uchiha In? This is impossible!"
This was the furious roar of the people of Sunagakure.
Meanwhile, the people of Mist Ninja Village sat in their chairs, watching the arguing crowd as if enjoying a good show.
And in the stands, the Third Kazekage's expression also changed.
Yekura was a Genius of Sunagakure; if she really fell for Uchiha In…
"Kazekage-sama, I feel that Yekura seems to have fallen for someone from Konoha. How about we solidify the bond between Konoha and Sunagakure? Would it be good to arrange a marriage between Yekura and Uchiha In?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile.
"Hmph," the Third Kazekage snorted, not speaking.
At this moment, he also found it difficult to speak.
Yekura was a Genius that Sunagakure was heavily cultivating; you say she'll marry someone from Konoha, and she just marries someone from Konoha?
Wouldn't that mean our Sunagakure suffered a great loss?
Of course, not hearing the Third Kazekage's reply, Hiruzen Sarutobi wasn't too bothered.
He hadn't expected the Third Kazekage to agree in the first place; in fact, if the Third Kazekage had agreed, he would have feared it was a conspiracy by Sunagakure.
Yekura also heard the discussions around her at this time, her face turning crimson.
Yekura's shapely rear had never been touched by anyone before, and now, suddenly being slapped by Uchiha In, she felt her entire face burning.
"You, you, you," Yekura pointed at Uchiha In, unable to speak.
At this moment, Yekura's mind was extremely chaotic.
What did Uchiha In's action mean?
Shouldn't Uchiha In hate me?
Does he mean he doesn't blame me?
Uchiha In actually did this in broad daylight; what does he take me for?
Does he take me for his woman?
But I just went for a fatal blow against Sara!
This is an unforgivable mistake, isn't it?!
Yekura's thoughts were in extreme chaos, and she stood dazed in the center of the battlefield.
"What 'I, I, I'? The first exam is over. Get off the stage," Uchiha In removed his disguise, smiling as he spoke to Yekura.