As Teacher Shinichi finished clearly introducing the time and location for the third examination, the ninjas in the arena began to disperse in a steady stream, like a receding tide.
Those who had successfully advanced beamed with joy and pride, calling out to their friends and eagerly heading off to celebrate everywhere. Their laughter and chatter intertwined, filled with the joy of accomplishment.
On the other side, some ninjas wore lonely expressions as they quietly departed by themselves. Their footsteps were heavy, and their figures gradually melted into the crowd.
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