Chapter 502: The Stage!
Chapter 502: The Stage!
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Amidst the dense rain of impacts, a semi-transparent Chakra shield enveloped and blocked all the shuriken engulfed in flames.
It was akin to the Hyuga clan's Heavenly Reversal technique, but with a crucial difference in its execution.
The Hyuga's technique was known for its grand display, making it easily recognizable. However, the version used by Hyuga Cangyue was characterized by its minimal noise and smaller area of effect.
This level of precision in Chakra control was a testament to her formidable abilities.
The Byakugan could assist in Chakra control, which was the core of the Gentle Fist style.
When it came to aiding Chakra control, the Reincarnated Eye far surpassed the Byakugan. This was why Hyuga Cangyue's technique differed so drastically from that of the Hyuga clan.
Even though the principles were the same, it was as if she had condensed her Chakra into a blade, with herself as the focal point.
She had already demonstrated this ability before, and this was merely an extension of it.
As her Reincarnated Eye continued to mature, her strength was gradually unleashed.
After the cultivation in Orochimaru's base in the Land of Fields, she had reached a stage where she could utilize its power.
If she disregarded all consequences, she could even enter the Reincarnated Eye mode and unleash a moon-slicing attack using the nine Enlightenment Orbs.
However, doing so would exhaust the Reincarnated Eye in a single use.
If she wanted to preserve the Reincarnated Eye, she could only use it to the extent of a single Enlightenment Orb.
Knowing Hyuga Cangyue's strength, Tang Ping dared to bring only her to the Star Ninja Village, despite being aware of the numerous forces keeping a close eye on them.
At this moment, Hyuga Cangyue merely wanted to gauge the strength of the Great Filial Piety Son, and so she refrained from exerting her full power just yet.
If she were to directly enter the Reincarnated Eye Chakra mode, the outcome would be swift.
Uchiha Itachi remained calm even after his Fire Release: Great Fireball Jutsu was blocked, as this was all part of his plan.
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Jutsu!"
He unleashed another fire technique.
A fierce fireball erupted.
"Mountain-Breaking Strike!"
Hyuga Cangyue shattered the fireball with a single palm strike.
It wasn't that the Mountain-Breaking Strike was stronger than the Sky-Piercing Strike; she simply chose it to conserve her energy.
She glanced around and noticed that neither the Star Ninja nor the representatives of the various factions showed any intention of leaving.
The reason for this was simple.
These factions had not yet achieved their objectives and were also hoping to capitalize on the situation, seizing any opportunity that presented itself.
After all, the Shell Organization was one of their targets, and now that the chance had arisen, they were willing to take some risks.
As for the Star Ninja, they dared not flee.
Leaving now would mean certain death.
Although the sudden intrusion of the Shell Organization deterred their immediate attack, it didn't mean they wouldn't pursue if the Star Ninja tried to escape.
Tang Ping, positioned at the edge of the battlefield, was ready to strike down anyone who attempted to flee.
This tacit understanding among the three parties led to the unusual spectacle of a large audience observing the battle.
"What a wonderful 'audience'!"
Tang Ping nodded in satisfaction as he observed the quiet spectators around him.
Chubinmaru, his Summon Beast, had been summoned to deal with anyone who tried to escape.
The performance wasn't over yet, and he had no intention of letting the 'audience' leave.
Today marked the official debut of the Reincarnated Eye, and it deserved a substantial audience.
In the center of the village!
The combatants continued their probing attacks and defenses.
Uchiha Itachi realized that no matter how he attacked, his opponent would always block him, making him feel trapped in a spider's web, unable to exert his full strength.
He faced a crucial decision: whether to use the Sharingan.
Even without the Sharingan, he was considered 'Shadow' rank, as its awakening would enhance the Sharingan and boost his overall abilities.
However, there was a significant difference between using the Sharingan and not using it.
If he did use it, he could even face a powerful Kage without hesitation.
After all, there wasn't a substantial gap between the Kage and the powerful Kage ranks. Otherwise, Onoki and the Third Raikage would have easily dominated the Ninja World, instead of being stopped time and again.
In the end, Uchiha Itachi thought of his increasingly radical clan members and made his decision.
If the truth about the Nine-Tails' Night were known, perhaps it could stop the village's oppression of the Uchiha, thereby preventing the clan's rebellion... right?
Even if he knew he was lying to himself, Itachi was willing to indulge in this fantasy.
Swish!
A pair of blood-red triangular Shuriken-shaped Mangekyou appeared in his eyes, which seemed to lack only a corner compared to Shisui's.
No wonder he was such a good friend; even his Mangekyou was similar.
"Do you also have the Mangekyou like the Uchiha who appeared on Nine-Tails' Night?"
Hyuga Cangyue seemed to be muttering to herself, but she revealed quite a bit of information.
An Uchiha appeared during the Nine-Tails' Night.
She wasn't making this up; after all, the White-Eyed Wolf was indeed an Uchiha, and he also possessed the Mangekyou.
The problem was that she didn't specify who this Uchiha was.
"Is that so..."
Itachi guessed who this Uchiha was while launching his attack.
After a series of tests, he began his true offensive.
He had been comfortable in the previous battle, but from now on, he was dancing on the tip of a knife.
"Come, let me see if you can live up to these eyes!"
Even though her voice was distorted by the bone mask, Hyuga Cangyue's excitement and anticipation were still evident.
She was about to face the Mangekyou user, so how could she not be excited and expectant?
Of course, she wouldn't be careless. Beneath the bone mask, her eyes had already turned into a deep and dazzling starry blue.
"Surrender before these eyes!"
Daidoshi didn't intend to talk big; he wasn't that kind of person. He directly launched his attack without much ado.
Croak!
A flock of crows flew out from his body.
A true ninja, especially a powerful one, could play around with just one technique, so even knowing the opponent's information didn't mean that any ninja could use it to defeat them.
Just like Itachi at this moment, this technique was obviously related to the Crow Clone Technique, but it was also somewhat different.
Hyuga Cangyue didn't take the initiative to attack.
After all, she wasn't a novice; she naturally understood that when facing such a technical expert, one must never be led by the opponent's rhythm, as it would be very easy to fall into their trap.
Croak!
Among the crows surrounding her, one suddenly flew in front of her.
Boom!
A huge explosion sounded, engulfing Hyuga Cangyue, who remained motionless.
Crow Bomb?
Indeed, Itachi's move was quite unexpected.
She had originally thought they were just crows for cover, but they instantly transformed into weapons, making it hard to react in time.
"Impressive technique!"
Hyuga Cangyue appeared from the side.
And in the place where the crows exploded, there was only a broken wooden stake.
Substitution Jutsu!
One of the three basic body techniques of the Ninja Academy.
It was just a show-off move; anyone could do it.
"Peon Flower Fire Jutsu!"
Itachi spewed out a large flame like a flower.
Whoosh!
Just as the ninjutsu was used, Itachi's back was pierced by a semi-transparent cylindrical blade.
Razor Edge!
In other words, it was a high-speed rotating chakra, similar in principle to the Rasengan, but with significant variations in shape and size. It could easily pierce steel, let alone a flesh-and-blood body.
At this moment, Hyuga Cangyue, who was standing in front, turned into white mist and dissipated.
Substitution Jutsu!
The one just now was just a substitute; the one behind was the real body.
But before Hyuga Cangyue could make a move, Itachi, who had been pierced by her, also changed.
Croak!
His body transformed into a flock of crows and scattered.
Crow Clone Technique!
This secret technique, which combined summoning jutsu, was indeed useful, combining both coolness and practicality.
Swish!
Amidst the crisp piercing sound, Hyuga Cangyue was stabbed in the heart by Itachi's ninjato, who had appeared behind her without her noticing.
It wasn't that Itachi didn't want to capture the target alive, but knowing how dangerous the opponent was, he directly took drastic measures. As long as he brought back the head, there would be a way to uncover the truth about Nine-Tails' Night.
This scene also shocked the onlookers.
(End of Chapter)
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