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Seeing the three figures approaching, the assisting Suna shinobi's expressions slightly tensed, and they spoke in a solemn voice,
"Who are you?! This is a restricted area! Leave immediately!"
To this, a faint smile curved the corner of Sōsuke's mouth.
Walking slowly, he lightly drew Kyōka Suigetsu from his waist.
Seeing Sōsuke's actions, a few Suna shinobi's expressions grew grave.
An ambush!?
However!
Before they could react!
"Splat!" "Splat!"...
Several Suna shinobi lowered their heads in astonishment!
At their necks, sprays of blood suddenly burst forth!
The vivid red blood sprayed into the air, reflecting the incredulous faces of the Suna shinobi!
"Thud!" "Thud!"...
Several bodies fell to the ground, life extinguished.
Behind them, Sōsuke's face carried a slight smile, the blazing sunlight reflecting off his glasses, making it impossible to discern his thoughts.
At the former location, Shino's expression turned incredibly serious.
His eyes were fixed on the scene before him, his gaze turning blood-red, intersected by three black bladed shapes—the Mangekyō Sharingan!
Inside, he was shaken.
Impossible! At this distance! Even under the scrutiny of these Mangekyō Sharingan, his movement couldn't be seen!
Could it be Space-Time Ninjutsu!? Just how powerful is this guy!?
Meanwhile, the others looked at this scene with admiration.
Captain Aizen, still as mighty as ever.
At this moment!
In the dark corners around the altar, several masked ninja suddenly appeared!
Their expressions were cold as they gazed at the trio led by Sōsuke!
Among them, one ninja formed hand seals with one hand and swiftly pulled a massive fan from his back, swinging it forcefully at the trio!
"Wind Release. Wind Killing Formation!"
Whoosh whoosh—
A fierce gust suddenly blew towards them. In its path, the fierce wind expanded, countless wind blades manifesting within it!
The tempest carried up a wave of sand and pebbles, each grain of sand sliced into dust by the sharp wind blades!
Facing this terrifying gale!
Saki's gaze focused, his hands slightly extended. Blue veins bulged on his face as he activated the Byakugan, carefully observing the flow of chakra in the furious winds!
He suddenly stepped forward, unfazed even in the face of the sharp gales!
"Eight Trigrams. Chaotic Wave Palm!"
"Bang!" "Bang!"...
Chakra gathered in his hands as he forcefully sent both palms skyward. The whirling hurricane was shattered by his sheer strength!
The Sand shinobi wielding the giant fan trembled, angrily exclaiming,
"Hyūga! Konoha..."
His voice halted as he shouted!
"Splat!"
A blade suddenly pierced through the chest of the masked Sand shinobi.
His eyes brimmed with shock as he stared at the blade that went through his body!
It was him...when did he...?
The light in his eyes dimmed slowly, the spark of life fading from his body.
"Although I appreciate your ability to recognize us, I'm sorry to say this, but please die."
Behind him, Sōsuke's expression remained emotionless as he spoke softly.
Seeing this scene, several masked Sand ninja who had emerged from the shadows flashed with anger in their eyes!
But they didn't act rashly. They stared intently at the trio led by Sōsuke, their hands starting to move.
One of them quickly pulled out a scroll, pressing both hands on it!
"Bang!"
As the white smoke dispersed,
Two enormous puppets suddenly appeared on the battlefield!
He bit his finger, smearing the puppet with his fresh blood!
"Crimson Secret Technique: Triple Dance Replication!"
Under his control, the two massive puppets surged towards Sōsuke Sōsuke!
Meanwhile!
The other two ninja quickly summoned four or five human-sized puppets each, rushing towards Shino and Saki!
"Black Secret Technique: Five-Storage Blade Manipulation!"
"Black Secret Technique: Four Ants!"
Controlled by several Suna shinobi!
Nine puppet dolls dove down from the sky towards Shino and Saki!
Mid-air, among several puppets, mechanisms suddenly opened, shooting out intense high-pressure flames from all four directions!
Facing this!
Saki, with his three-tomoe Sharingan, observed the scene. His hands quickly formed seals.
"Water Release: Waterfall Basin Technique!"
He took a deep breath and forcefully exhaled forward.
A large volume of water surged out suddenly!
Colliding with the overwhelming high-pressure flames!
Hot and cold clashed, producing a massive white steam that covered the sky!
However, at this moment!
Several puppets charged from all four directions with various blades aimed at him!
He was completely surrounded!
Seeing this, Saki widened his eyes. His Sharingan swiftly transformed into the three-bladed Mangekyō Sharingan!
As the group of puppets attacked from all sides!
"Controlled Thunder!"
Boom—
Radiant blue chakra surged around Saki's body!
Electric snake-like chakra shot out from him, covering the surroundings in an instant!
"Crackling!"
"Bang!" "Bang!" "Bang!" "Bang!"
Four puppets were sent flying, their bodies charred, already broken into pieces while suspended in the air, unable to move!
This terrifying scene naturally surprised the controlling Suna shinobi!
Meanwhile!
Facing the two massive puppets charging towards him, Sōsuke Sōsuke's lips gently curled upward, and he suddenly disappeared from his original position!
"Sorry, I'm afraid your puppets won't be of any use."
Behind the Sand shinobi captain controlling the puppets, a gentle voice slowly descended.
"Flower Flash!"
The Sand shinobi captain's eyes turned cold!
"Splat!"
A pristine white blade suddenly pierced through his chest!
"Hmm? This feeling... Modified, huh?"
After piercing the leading Sand shinobi's body, Sōsuke Sōsuke's brow slightly furrowed, murmuring softly.
Faced with this, the Sand shinobi captain's lips curled into a fierce smile, shouting,
"I might not know your ultimate goal! But even if I have to sacrifice my life, I won't let you get any closer to the altar!"
"Ultimate Technique: Blossoming Dance!"
He pressed his hands together, rapidly forming seals.
"Bang!"
His body suddenly emitted a dazzling light from within!
Then, a violent explosion rang out!
Intense flames and smoke instantly engulfed Sōsuke Sōsuke!
Seeing this scene, Saki and Shino, who had already dealt with the other two Sand ninja, had differing expressions: one pale and one solemn.
As Saki scrutinized with his Byakugan, his expression suddenly turned joyful.
The smoke gradually dissipated.
Sōsuke stood there, gently raising one hand. He was still standing, his body undamaged, without any change, as if the intense explosion just now had nothing to do with him.
In front of his hand, a massive transparent barrier stood tall.
"You're a diligent shinobi, I see. However, I'm sorry, your moves haven't managed to stop me... But I suppose you won't know any of this..."
Sōsuke's face remained devoid of expression as he spoke softly.
Then, he turned to face the altar, saying,
"Let's go, Saki, Shino. Let's see what exactly the Sand shinobi are guarding so fiercely."