((thanks for pointing that out. For some reason, I always switch the u and the g around in the word rogue.))

As Hanako walked the hall to the Hokage's office, she thought of how to phrase her request. She was worried that the Hokage would not give her permission, as she was not a Leaf ninja and she did not belong to a village. Finally she reached the Hokage's office and knocked softly. "Come in," said a voice, that of the Hokage's. Hanako took a deep breath and entered. Her first reaction was dismay, as there was another Leaf ninja in the room. "Is this a bad time...?" she asked, hoping that she could come back when there was no one but the Hokage to hear her. "No, this is fine. What can I help you with? I see you are not a Leaf ninja." Hanako paused, and encouraged by the friendliness of the Hokage, said "My name is Hanako. I was wondering if you would give me permission to take part in the Chunin exams. I don't have a village and I'm not part of a squad, but I want to hone my skills as a ninja. Is there any way I could be included in the exam?" The Hokage laced his fingers and thought for a moment. "Hmm... Ryutsuki here-" he said, indicating the other ninja in the room, "does not have a squad either. And he has proven to me that he is quite ready for the Chunnin exam. Perhaps you could be on a squad together? Of course, you would need one more person for a squad. If that is fine with Ryutsuki, I can put you on a temporary squad together, officially so that you can enter the Chunin exams." Hanako's heart soared at the words, only to be grounded again when she realized she did not know the other ninja. Still, it was an opportunity she was willing to take, and so she waited silently for Ryutsuki's answer.

((A word about my posts- I usually take a long time to make quality posts, so if you wait patiently enough, eventually I will make a post.))

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