On the ground floor, Hayate was having another coughing fit. "Now let's continue. It's time to begin the fourth battle." He announced as the screen let out it's usual digital beeping as it selected the next fighters for the fourth match.
"Well, no matter who's picked, it'll be two weirdos. This contest is chock-full of them." Naruto
"Hey!" Kiba said Drawing the others attention. "Says the weirdo."
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"You look weird as hell Naruto. " Kiba
He and the others had recognized him by his voice. They didn't pay any attention to Naruto considering he was the dead last.
"Well," Kakashi started as he scratched the back of his head. "He does have a point, you're one to talk."
"Yeah, good point." Sakura joked, the comment bringing a smile to her face.
"When you are the strongest it doesn't matter how you look like." Naruto
"Strongest. Yeah right" Kiba
Leaning down slightly, and placing his hand on his students' shoulder, Kakashi got Sakura's attention. "Ahem. This isn't a time for laughter."
"Huh?" Sakura asked as his finger pointing away as Sakura followed it to the screen. Gasping as she noticed the two names on the screen.
Sakura Haruno VS Ino Yamanaka
Sakura was shocked hearing the sound of her rivals footsteps as she returned from the bathroom, Sakura turned to see Ino approach and gasp at the board herself. Ino was shocked as she glanced over at her opponent and her face morphed into a serious one. This slightly shocked Sakura as she looked away, hesitant for but a moment before returning the look of determination to her rival. "Ooh! Cat fight!" Temari cheered as he watched the two girls. Eager to see the fight.
I didn't think it would happen this soon. But don't expect me to go easy on you." Ino warned.
Above, Asuma watched as he smoked his cigarette and thought about the odds of the match. 'Ino was a stand-out among the rookie female Shinobi, so she has a good chance to win. But with Sakura as her opponent, can she bring herself to fight hard enough to do it?'
"Of all the people for Ino to go up against, it would have to be Sakura. What a mess." Shikamaru groaned. Knowing full well that the two would have a difficult time.
"I know. I hope Ino will be OK." Choji said, concerned.
'Let's all hope.' Asuma thought. 'So what's it gonna be, Ino?' Said girl steeling her determination.
"Go, Sakura! You can do it! Don't lose!" Naruto
Without further adieu, Hayate raised his hand and signaled the beginning of the match. "Begin."
