Based solely on the attack rhythm prepared by the opponent, even if an elite Jonin were to come, under such circumstances, they probably wouldn't fare well.
Indeed! Jonin Kangshan's long-planned offensive can be said to have cornered Hitsugaya into a desperate situation.
Using the wide-range Yellow Springs Marsh to restrict Hitsugaya's movement, followed by attacking him with the Earth Stone Dragon technique. Even if this jutsu doesn't succeed, with that elite Iwa-nin Jonin known for his speed and strength drawing attention in the front, the opponent is being attacked from the shadows with ninjutsu.
Even if their opponent were a Jonin in perfect condition, the two of them working together could very well end the opponent's life! Let alone the weakened Hitsugaya!
From Kangshan Jonin's perspective, the fall of the opponent was just a matter of time. Perhaps within a few rounds, they could kill him and then return to rescue their comrades.
"If it comes to this, I have no choice but to use that move!"
In utter helplessness, Hitsugaya could only resort to his trump card. If he hesitated now, he might really meet his end here. No future to speak of~.
"Release!"
Seizing the moment when the two Earth Stone Dragons were still at a distance from him, Hitsugaya dared not delay any longer. Forming seals quickly, he released a pre-prepared jutsu.
He then sheathed his ninja sword and started forming hand signs with both hands. Although he could perform single-handed signs, it was limited to C-level or simpler ninjutsu. He could not yet perform single-handed seals for the technique he was about to use.
Shen—Mao—Chou [Sign Sequence]
As he completed the sequence, a cacophony resembling the chirping of a thousand birds emanated from his wrist, reaching the ears of the elite Jonin in front and Jonin Kangshan hidden underground.
"Lightning Style: Chidori."
With high-density chakra in hand, feeling the enhancement from the nature transformation of lightning chakra, Hitsugaya charged directly at the elite Jonin blocking his path with astonishing speed!
"What's happening?"
"How can that guy still unleash such a high-level Lightning Style jutsu?"
Kangshan Jonin, hiding underground and observing the situation using ninjutsu, was visibly shocked by Hitsugaya's actions. As a rule, after using three high-level jutsus consecutively, his opponent should be running low on chakra. Otherwise, why would he have taken so long to deal with his teammates?
"Could it be soldier pills?"
"But that doesn't make sense! Even if he took soldier pills, it should take some time to digest. There should be a process in between!"
Surprised by Hitsugaya's sudden transformation, Jonin Kangshan could only speculate the cause, mumbling to himself. Being unable to come to a reasonable conclusion, he settled on this hypothesis as it didn't entirely defy his understanding.
Even for a seasoned Jonin like himself, producing large amounts of chakra in a short period and releasing three high-level jutsus would be taxing, leading to exponential physical energy consumption.
Considering Hitsugaya's youthful frame, barely 14 or 15 years old, it was hard for Jonin Kangshan to believe he possessed such vast chakra reserves. Otherwise, sensory ninja would have forewarned.
In truth, Hitsugaya's ability to use Chidori at this moment wasn't due to soldier pills, contrary to the opponent's speculation. While soldier pills can be useful in battle, they aren't very practical on large-scale battlefields due to their minor yet negative side effects. Hitsugaya avoids them unless absolutely necessary.
Though soldier pills can aid in quick chakra recovery, they taste terrible and overuse can impose invisible burdens on young ninjas, potentially affecting growth and development, albeit subtly. The post-effect weakness period also discourages frequent use.
However, Hitsugaya wasn't relying on soldier pills now but instead found a method better suited to himself – Sage Mode! If the future prince could engage shadow clones to absorb senjutsu chakra during combat, why couldn't he?
Unlike Naruto, who couldn't perform the two-lives technique with Fukasaku and Shima due to the Nine-Tails interference, Hitsugaya's sage preparation time was too long, and he had no summoning animals like frogs or snakes to help balance nature energy. But both could use the shadow clone technique devised by the Second Hokage against the Sharingan to enter Sage Mode.
Thus, Hitsugaya's previously impractical Sage Mode found a role. Not just as an energy source to vitalize himself but also to provide significant help during battle. For instance, now it has salvaged him from a dangerous predicament!
Of course, necessary camouflage is also employed! No sage markings on his face now! This simple disguise technique, not even requiring jutsu, was of no difficulty.
(Main chapter ends)