The Hope of the Senju Clan

Chapter 28: Storm vs Ice

-In the Kage Box-

After Sai had been declared the winner, the Kages watch as the young boy calmly made his way back up to the finalist box, while his defeated opponent was still screaming out curses at him.

"Impressive" the Mizukage remarked with a small smile, "Wouldn't you agree Raikage-sama?"

"Not bad" the Raikage grunted, as he was rather annoyed with Karui's loss to Sai and hadn't missed the amused tone in the female Kage's voice, since this time it had been one of his Genin who lost.

It also irked him that Karui had barely been able to lay a hand on Sai and made her look like a fool in the end.

"The boy is quite skilled, and uses unusual techniques Hokage-sama" the Kazekage commented as he joined the conversation.

"Yes Sai is a capable young man and has the potential to become a fine Shinobi" the Sandaime replied. Not wanting to give much away about Sai, especially since he was from an organisation that is supposed to be disbanded.

"Indeed" Mei added, "The boy knows how to use his techniques and used his opponent's emotions against her."

"So what would your opinion on the girl and him, Mizukage-sama?" asked Tsunade.

"I believe the boy named Sai has potential, but I would like to see a little more of his capabilities before coming to a decision. As for the girl I'm afraid I cannot recommend her to become a Chunin. Despite the fact that she showed exceptional skill in swordsmanship and excellent use of Chakra flow. She still lacks disciple and was easily played by Sai-san who used her temperament against her. To be a Chunin one must remain calm under stressful situation and not allow their enemy to play on their emotions. Such actions like the girl took when she was angered, could result in her putting her team in danger when on a mission."

"I too must agree on the Mizukage's comment on the girl" the Kazekage added. "Her skill with a sword is impressive to say the least, but her emotional state and ability to make rational decisions is questionable. I believe with a little more time and seasoning, she will become an excellent Shinobi. Although the boy named Sai I believe would make a capable Chunin, given how well he performed in the match."

"Although I do agree with what you said about the young girl Kazekage-sama" the Hokage said. "I also must agree with what the Mizukage said about Sai. Since I believe we should wait and see what else Sai shows us in his next match before we decided if he should become a Chunin."

"I agree on both accounts" the Raikage said gruffly, as he had to agree with what the other Kages said about Karui. Plus he was also interested in seeing how well Sai would fair against Yugito, who would be his next opponent.

With the matter settled, the four Kages and the two Sannin turned their attention back on the arena for the next match, which would begin soon.

-In the Finalist Box-

After Sai had won his match, the young Shinobi artist made is way to the finalist box, where once he arrived he settled himself in the corner and started to paint again.

Not long after, an angry Karui, who had been freed from her binds by Genma, stormed into the box.

Upon seeing her former opponent the red haired Kumo Kunoichi glared murderously at the boy, who simply ignored her and continued painting.

Angered by this, Karui looked ready to beat the hell out of Sai. But thankfully before anything could happen, her team-mates came over and pulled her away to the railings, telling her to let it go.

After some heavy talking with her team, Karui eventually calm down, although remained in a sour mood, and glanced angrily back at Sai from time to time.