Synopsis

As Kiba is led away, he cautions Hinata that the remaining contenders are few. He warns her, should she be matched against Gaara, to yield at the first opportunity, lest she face fatal consequences. He advises her to concede defeat if pitted against Neji, citing their existing difficulties. The board then displays the announcement of the next bout: Hinata versus Neji. How far will Hinata push herself in the pursuit of proving her worth?