"Cough, cough...!"
C, thrown away by Takeshi's attack, lay on the ground, his sturdy waist suddenly twisting as he swiftly stood up like a carp.
However, C's eyes showed evident fear as he cautiously refrained from a direct confrontation with Takeshi.
This guy's ninjutsu is incredibly powerful and peculiar!
Similarly, Takeshi didn't launch another attack immediately. Instead, he silently utilized the Mystical Palm Technique to recover from some of his scattered injuries. His odd kaleidoscopic eyes remained fixed on C.
C's previous attack, the Lightning bomb, was undeniably impressive in terms of lethality, boasting an extensive range that Takeshi couldn't evade.
Forced to reveal a defensive move, Takeshi employed the Wood Style Jutsu, summoning a massive amount of pitch-black hardwood in an instant. This formed a wooden escape and a wooden ingot wall, effectively resisting the tremendous shockwave.
Takeshi's Wood Release, awakened through his own efforts, differed from the Wood Release in the Senju clan. Both in appearance and techniques, there were distinctions. It wasn't the type of Wood Style produced by transplanting first-hokage cells.
Feeding on the power of the Senju clan's blood, Takeshi's Wood Release, though not as potent as Senju Hashirama, underwent significant changes.
The world generally perceives Wood Release based on how it's used by the Hashirama. As long as Takeshi conceals it a bit, C wouldn't be able to recognize it.
The pitch-black hardwood from earlier displayed remarkable defensive capabilities, and Wood Release could suppress and absorb a portion of the chakra. While it was shattered by the potent Lightning Release's power, it still managed to withstand C's ultimate move.
What troubled Takeshi, though, was C's robust and resilient physique. He lived up to his reputation as the legendary enemy who battled tens of thousands of ninjas for three days and nights.
Despite enduring a prolonged battle and a direct hit from his fiery embers, C's strength remained formidable.
From the recent clash, Takeshi gained an understanding of the power of his Mangekyō Sharingan pupil technique and recognized his own strength.
Without using the Blood Furnace, the fusion of Takeshi and Orochimaru resulted in a shadow-level strength, comparable to ordinary kage-level like Uchiha Kagami.
However, with the Mangekyō Sharingan pupil technique, Takeshi's combat power could ascend to the level of Raikage or Kazekage.
C's strength now rivaled that of the second-generation Raiying Ai. If Ai were to fall, C would undoubtedly possess the strength to inherit his mantle.
Takeshi maintained a slight advantage by relying on his complex and unpredictable abilities, peculiar techniques, and foresight of his opponents' abilities.
But once the Blood Furnace was activated, Takeshi's heightened strength could only be sustained for a maximum of ten minutes. Beyond that, his body would weaken, and his Bloodline Limit ability significantly diminished.
The Mangekyō Sharingan pupil technique was a double-edged sword; the greater the power, the higher the cost.
Although Takeshi didn't risk blindness, the use of this forbidden power was not without consequences.
Currently, the Blood Furnace had been active for more than half of its duration. Once it backfired, this weakness was nearly insurmountable. Even canceling the fusion wouldn't make it disappear.
"Huh, the guy from Uchiha, I admit you're quite strong! However, to defeat me, you're still a bit lacking!"
C stared intently at the strange figure before him, each movement confusing him. The motives behind his actions were challenging to decipher.
Despite appearing as an extreme lunatic, his fighting style didn't seem like a reckless, death-for-death struggle. Now, he was inexplicably stuck there, leaving C puzzled about his intentions.
If it weren't for those Mangekyō Sharingans, the potent Fire Release, and his strength, C would doubt if this guy was truly Uchiha.
But given this guy's claim of leaving the clan to revive Uchiha's glory, changing the world, and seeking "revolution," whether it was genuine or not, it seemed like an extremist ideology.
Legend had it that the Uchiha clan harbored many such lunatics, and Madara Uchiha was likely no exception.
The reasoning behind a lunatic's actions was probably beyond the comprehension of ordinary individuals...
"Hehe, then go ahead and use your life to establish the glory of me, Uchiha Dragon!" Takeshi said after a moment of silence.
It appears that he lacks sufficient arrogance, and even someone as impetuous as C feels impatient.
Let's continue the battle and witness the might of my Mangekyō Sharingan. This will surely enhance the reputation of Uchiha Dragon!
"Boom-boom-boom-!"
The two engaged in another fierce confrontation. Takeshi, empowered by the corpse veins, the white-scale bloodline, and Wood Release's continuous recovery power, effortlessly held his own against C. His mental strength also dominated over C.
However, C was equally formidable. Even if Takeshi could eventually defeat him, it wouldn't happen within ten minutes.
Once ten minutes passed, C would undoubtedly overpower Takeshi.
.....
"It's just up ahead!"
After briskly walking for a while, even an average ninja could sense the chakra fluctuations from the intense battle ahead.
Evidently, they would soon encounter the two powerhouses engaged in combat.
"Wait! There!"
Tobirama, speeding ahead, suddenly raised his eyes and keenly detected a trace of chakra fluctuations, reaching out towards the bushes on the side.
"Brush-brush-brush!"
Over a dozen elite ninjas and Anbu flickered simultaneously, surrounding the area, brandishing flickering kunai as they closed in!
"Wait! Hold on! They're on our side!"
It was the Wood Release clone that first sensed the presence of these individuals, especially recognizing the Anbu masks, allowing him to confirm their identities.
Prompted by Wood Release's clone, Jiraiya was the first to roll and crawl out. However, in an instant, several fierce Anbu restrained him with kunai around his neck, making him tremble with fear.
"Stop!"
Tsunade let out a coquettish cry and walked out alongside Wood Release's clone.
"This... this is Princess Tsunade!"
"Excellent! Tsunade is still alive!"
Despite Tsunade and the others appearing disheveled, everyone recognized her.
"Humph!"
Jiraiya was also released, wearing a resentful expression.
"Tsunade, it's fantastic that you're okay!"
Tobirama appeared in front of Tsunade instantly, looking at her with great concern. The excitement completely shattered his usual cold and arrogant demeanor.
Although Tobirama had agreed with Tsunade to participate in the Ninja World War, he never anticipated the numerous crises Tsunade would face.
He sensed that Tsunade might have been targeted, especially this time when Uchiha Kage was attacked. There had to be something very peculiar!
"Tsunade, tell the Second Grandpa what happened."
With little time for questions, Tobirama quickly got to the point.
"Second Grandpa, we..."
Tsunade swiftly explained the general situation, recounting C's surprise attack, Uchiha Kagami's sacrifice, their fierce battle with C, and the mysterious figure who eventually intervened.
"What? Kagami Uchiha is dead?!"
Tobirama's expression changed drastically. He clenched his fists, and the chakra around his body surged like the sea, creating stormy waves.
However, Wood Release's clone discerned the hidden calmness and deep concern in Tobirama's eyes.
Evidently, Tobirama's outward appearance was for those around him to see. It was an expression to convey his stance and position. Despite grieving for Kagami Uchiha's death, as Hokage, his primary worry was the strategic analysis of the situation.
Uchiha Kagami was not just a strong individual or his disciple; he was a crucial link between the Uchiha clan and the village.
Uchiha Kagami's demise meant that C could now discern their movements, the impending attacks, and the potential consequences for Konoha in the war. The information at hand was substantial, leading Tobirama to be absorbed in contemplation.
"What a pity."
Danzo, standing beside him, also wore a sorrowful expression, his eyes undergoing a change!
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