https://novelcool.info/chapter/Chapter-109-Parted-in-Life-and-Death-Hashirama-Hurry-Back-to-Where-You-Belong/12553323/
Chapter 110: I Am No Longer Who I Once Was
Chapter 110: I Am No Longer Who I Once Was
As the words left the mouth of Senju Tobirama, the battle truly commenced.
The Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen, and the Fourth Hokage, Namikaze Minato, acted in unison, declaring:
"Shuriken Shadow Clone Jutsu!"
In an instant, countless shuriken shadow clones surged forth like a tidal wave, hurtling towards Yuyi Xuan Yue.
But that was not all; Tobirama clapped his hands together and added:
"Ninja Art: Dark Cloak Jutsu!"
A pitch-black veil, devoid of any light, swiftly enveloped Yuyi's entire field of vision.
However, unlike the previous battle in the Valley of Divine Disaster, Yuyi Xuan Yue, now empowered with the Grim Reaper's arm, possessed a soul stronger than ever before. With enhanced resistance to illusions, he effortlessly disregarded the Dark Cloak Jutsu, his eyes still bright as they fixed on the onslaught of shuriken shadow clones. Calmly, he declared:
"Lava Release: Protective Membrane!"
A rubber-like, elastic membrane quickly enveloped his entire body.
The first wave of shuriken shadow clones failed to penetrate this defense.
But the two Hokages were relentless, and the number of shadow clones was overwhelming.
Amidst the relentless attacks from batch after batch of shuriken shadow clones, each capable of slicing through earth-style ninjutsu, the protective membrane eventually succumbed and shattered.
Numerous shadow clones remained, pressing forward and closing in on Yuyi Xuan Yue, who now stood exposed.
As Yuyi intercepted the incoming shuriken shadow clones, Minato's figure suddenly appeared behind him. With one hand, he grasped the Ninja Love Sword amidst the swarm of clones, while his other hand, charged with Rasengan, struck without giving Yuyi any chance to react. The blow landed on Yuyi's back.
"Flying Thunder God," Yuyi Xuan Yue muttered calmly as he glanced behind him.
The next second, the Rasengan hit its mark, and Yuyi's body turned into dirt, collapsing to the ground.
"Earth clone?" Minato's eyes narrowed, and in less than a breath, he vanished from his original spot with incredible speed.
Boom!
Almost simultaneously, a palm thrust out from the ground, but it grasped only thin air.
The goal of taking out one opponent early on had not been achieved.
Unfazed, Yuyi Xuan Yue rose from the ground and, without wasting a moment, turned to face Minato, who had returned to his initial position. With a nod of approval, Yuyi remarked:
"Compared to Senju Tobirama, you, Namikaze Minato, are more deserving of the title 'fastest shinobi in the world.'"
Even Yuyi was slightly taken aback by Minato's reaction speed just now.
In response to Yuyi's acknowledgment, Minato, who had drawn out several Ninja Love Swords, simply shook his head calmly.
As for Tobirama, upon seeing that his genjutsu was ineffective, he ceased his futile efforts and discontinued the Dark Cloak Jutsu. He casually remarked:
"The Fourth Hokage, your Flying Thunder God is indeed a hair faster than mine."
"I am humbled and honored. I merely stand on the shoulders of the Second Hokage," Minato replied with rare humility.
Yuyi Xuan Yue had no interest in the two Hokages' exchange of modest remarks.
"The warm-up is over. Now, it's time to get serious."
With a clap of his hands, Yuyi proclaimed:
"Lava Release: Molten Lava Great River!"
Like a volcanic eruption, a giant river of molten lava surged forth from Yuyi's body, a scorching tidal wave that rushed towards the four Hokages.
"Water Release: Water Encampment Wall!"
Tobirama stepped forward, pressing his hands forward. A towering wall of water, a technique that only he could perform, enveloped the four of them like a circular barrier and began to spin rapidly, creating an impenetrable defense.
Sizzle, sizzle, sizzle~
The Molten Lava Great River collided violently with the Water Encampment Wall, sending up billowing clouds of steam.
As Tobirama maintained the Water Encampment Wall, his eyebrows furrowed in concentration.
However, as he watched the thickness of the water barrier weaken, Tobirama suddenly realized that unlike them, who were already dead and reincarnated, Yuyi Xuan Yue, with his extraordinary talent, had been continuously improving in his second life.
"If it's still not enough this time..."
Without wasting any more chakra, Tobirama retreated, allowing the remaining force of the molten lava river to break through the water barrier and rapidly advance towards the four Kage.
"Earth Release: Earth Flow Wall!"
A massive wall of earth surged forth from beneath Hiruzen Sarutobi's feet, lifting him, Tobirama, Minato Namikaze, and Hashirama Senju to a height of over ten meters.
The four Kage looked down at the oncoming molten lava river and the rapidly cracking earth wall, emitting a crunching sound.
A voice tinged with emotion resounded:
"Ninjas truly cannot escape their fate of battle."
Hashirama shook his head and, without hesitation, performed a series of hand seals. "Wood Release: Wood Dragon Jutsu!"
A majestic and elongated wooden dragon rose majestically, its bright eyes resembling lanterns. It roared and charged towards the molten lava river.
The lava, capable of melting even the most stubborn rocks, collided with the wooden dragon's body. Instead of causing harm, the lava, composed of chakra, was completely absorbed by the dragon.
Soon, the molten lava river vanished from sight.
The wooden dragon lifted its majestic head, and atop it, Hashirama, with a calm gaze, looked at Yuyi Xuan Yue, as if conveying a thousand words, but ultimately, only two escaped his lips.
"Xuan Yue."
It was as if time had turned back to the days before the valley was known as the Valley of God's Death.
However, Yuyi Xuan Yue was no longer the person he once was, and neither was Hashirama Senju the same as he had been in the past.
"Again!"
Yuyi Xuan Yue extended his hand and invited with a faint smile.
Hashirama stamped his foot decisively.
Roar~~~
As if remembering the one who had once trampled over him, the elongated wooden dragon let out a long cry as it charged towards Yuyi Xuan Yue with full force.
The violent gust of wind that followed was painfully strong.
Yuyi Xuan Yue's black hair was blown backward, but he remained calm and composed.
"I am no longer who I once was."
Yuyi extended his right hand.
"Medical Ninja Forbidden Technique: Cellular Activation!"
The muscles in his right arm swelled.
"Bloodline Limit: Steel Release!"
His skin took on an iron-like appearance, rapidly spreading.
"Chakra Precise Control: Super Strength!"
With these three techniques combined, Yuyi faced the oncoming wooden dragon without attempting to dodge or evade. Instead, he reached out and grabbed.
Boom~~~
Dust and debris filled the air, obscuring their vision.
The ground shook violently, and the powerful gust of wind swept through the area with substantial force.
"What's happening?"
Sarutobi Hiruzen, who had just summoned the Monkey King Staff, narrowed his eyes and peered forward.
The next second, even through the thick cloud of dust, he could make out that massive silhouette.
However, the wooden dragon seemed to have stopped moving forward. Not only that, it appeared to be struggling, its dignified roars interrupted, and it seemed to be facing some adverse situation.
After a few moments, the thick dust finally settled.
When Hiruzen looked again, his pupils contracted, and he exclaimed in disbelief:
"How is this possible???"
(End of Chapter)
Chapter end
Report
