The man in the white robe observed Hyuga Rena rushing towards him and couldn't help but be vigilant. Recognizing the iconic white eyes, he identified her as a member of the Hyuga clan, known for their renowned gentle fist technique that channels chakra into the human body.
In his assessment, the only perceived threat was Rena Hyuga, prompting the white-robed man to employ a secret technique, causing his entire body to petrify with a crackling sound. The already robust body of the white-robed man swelled even more, transforming into a monstrous, stone-like figure.
"Hehe, in this way, even if you use gentle fists, you will not be able to break through my defense!" the white-robed man exclaimed, emitting a strange cry as his entire body lost its human form. The grotesque appearance made onlookers tremble in fear at the thought of the lethal punch he claimed to possess. Stripped of his white robe due to the swelling stones, he resembled a stone man.
Undeterred, Rena Hyuga assumed a serious expression and took a stance in front of the stone man. "Gentle Fist, eight trigrams, sixty-four palms!" she declared, conjuring a gossip formation beneath her feet. The stone man found himself within the scope of the Bagua array.
Witnessing this, Uchiha Natsu's curiosity was piqued. In his understanding, the sixty-four palms of the eight trigrams were exclusive to the main Hyuga clan, with few from the branch family mastering this physical skill. Reflecting on his memories, he recalled that only Neji Hyuga had learned this technique through personal comprehension.
Turning his attention back to Rena Hyuga, Uchiha Natsu observed as she swiftly approached the stone man. Her slender hands shot forward like lightning. "two palms, four palms, eight palms, sixteen palms, thirty-two palms. Sixty-four palms!" As the dull blows resonated, Rena's hands danced in a blur, completing sixty-four attacks.
Ordinary soft fists might have struggled to penetrate the petrified body, but the sixty-four palms of the eight diagrams proved effective. The stone on the white-robed man's body shattered like a spider's web, and he fell forward, hitting the ground with a resounding thud. The stones gradually transformed into chakras, dissipating into the air. Only torn rags covering his modesty remained.
Yugao turned her head silently, directing her attention to the terracotta warriors under the high wall. Rena Hyuga, having momentarily indulged her curiosity by opening her eyes, quickly averted her gaze from Natsu Uchiha's body, her cheeks tinged with a faint blush.
The once menacing quartet was effortlessly handled by the low-key Konoha ninja team, with even Captain Natsu Uchiha remaining passive, arms crossed, prompting onlookers to cast suspicious glances at him. Questions lingered about the captain's strength.
The approaching terracotta warriors posed a serious threat to the last line of defense near the high wall. The priestess anxiously turned to Uchiha Natsu, seeking guidance on dealing with the imminent danger. Ignoring suggestions to retreat, Natsu calmly sealed the corpses of the fallen white-robed enemies in a scroll, adhering to the ninja tradition of bringing back enemies for research.
As the witch inquired about dealing with the terracotta warriors, the general and minister, still recovering from a previous blow, suggested a strategic retreat to fight while evacuating. The minister emphasized the necessity of delaying the retreat due to civilians still in the vicinity.
However, Miko's gaze turned to Uchiha Natsu, recognizing his pivotal role in stopping the terracotta warriors. His seemingly indifferent response to the minister suggested a different approach. Taking charge, Natsu declared, "I'll do it," before descending from the high wall with a jump, landing firmly on the ground.
The minister, haunted by memories of the axeman's fate, anticipated tragedy for Uchiha Natsu. In his view, long-range ninjutsu should have been the captain's optimal strategy, preventing the terracotta warriors' advance.
Unexpectedly, Natsu opted for a direct approach, jumping into the midst of the terracotta warriors. This decision puzzled the minister, soldiers, and even some team members who had witnessed the devastating effects of the axeman's encounter.
As the soldiers fretted over Uchiha Natsu's fate, Rena hesitated about whether to join the battle. Only Uzuki Yuyan and Shisui displayed unwavering confidence in Natsu Uchiha. The worried priestess turned to Yugao, suggesting cooperation to assist Natsu, highlighting the perceived danger of him facing the terracotta warriors alone.
However, Uzuki Yugao, despite acknowledging the gravity of the situation, opted to stay put, citing the absence of explicit orders from their teacher. The priestess, still puzzled by Uzuki Yuyan's trust in Uchiha Natsu, silently resolved to prepare her sealing technique, ready to intervene if necessary.
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