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Chapter 54: Killing Move: Snake Slash!
Chapter 54: Killing Move: Snake Slash!
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A dark flick!
Starting with a mid-range attack, Tang Ping crouched low and charged forward under several times his normal gravity.
Luckily, he had chakra. If he were an ordinary person, he wouldn't even be able to stand, let alone charge forward.
With summoning animals sealed and ninjutsu effects limited, he had no choice but to engage in close combat.
Flame Cloak + Blaze Fist!
These were already incredibly powerful close-range ninjutsu, and there was no reason they shouldn't be enough to take down the opponent.
The future Naruto, who could take on the Six Paths as a genin, wouldn't find it hard to deal with an upper-level ninja.
"Show me your true strength!"
Kotsubo blocked the exploding flames with a single hand.
Roar!
Tang Ping's Flame Cloak intensified.
Of course, the heat he endured also increased, pushing him to his limits.
The opponent had the Steel Release bloodline limit, but that didn't make him invincible.
Fire could melt steel!
He performed a series of taijutsu techniques like Wild Bite and Ghost Burn, putting on a spectacular show under the gravity.
Regardless of their effectiveness, the moves were undeniably flashy, captivating the audience.
Kotsubo's punch hit Tang Ping's crossed arms.
Bang!
He was sent flying.
The battle seemed to proceed in turns, with each side gaining the upper hand at different moments.
As the fight continued, Kotsubo sensed something was off.
The temperature!
The air was steadily heating up.
In his heightened state, his originally impenetrable body began to soften.
Inu-Mizunoto...!
He quickly formed the seals, preparing to use a ninjutsu.
Despite using the Sealing Technique and the B-rank Gravity Rock Technique in quick succession, he still had enough chakra for one or two more jutsu.
Don't underestimate that bit of chakra.
Even upper-level ninjas usually only use one or two jutsu in a battle, as a few techniques can drain them completely.
Thanks to the natural power potion and his own mental stimulation, Tang Ping's chakra had already reached upper-level ninja levels, though he was still a bit short of the peak.
Kotsubo, on the other hand, might have even less chakra than Tang Ping.
While the bloodline limit could enhance chakra, it didn't do so instantly.
Having only awakened it recently, the boost wasn't significant, so he needed to conserve his chakra. If not for sensing the rising temperature, Kotsubo wouldn't have considered using another jutsu.
Wild Bite!
Tang Ping punched at Kotsubo, who was forming seals.
If they were at a distance, it would be a different story.
But in close combat, forming seals in front of an opponent was practically suicidal.
Tang Ping, though lacking in battle experience, wasn't stupid. He wouldn't give Kotsubo the chance to complete his jutsu.
Boom!
His fiery fist attack, like a heavy cannon, was blocked by Kotsubo's chest.
The terrifying power left cracks in Kotsubo's steel-like body.
Snap!
But Kotsubo grabbed Tang Ping's fist.
"You fell for it!"
Kotsubo firmly held Tang Ping's wrist, pulling him into a close embrace, clearly intending to end the fight with a "Chest Thrust."
His Steel Release bloodline limit made his body as hard as steel, giving him the confidence to use such a move.
However, Kotsubo didn't notice the smile that flickered across Tang Ping's lips as he was pulled in.
Bang!
Tang Ping was pulled into Kotsubo's muscular chest, which was now over two meters tall.
If the situation were different, this pose might have been misunderstood.
It was too intense.
Unfortunately, there was no romance between them; they were locked in a life-or-death struggle.
In the audience stands.
"Budai!"
Uchiha Shizuka couldn't stay calm.
She had bet everything on this match, and if she lost, she would lose all her previous winnings.
She couldn't help but be anxious.
"Don't worry!"
Uchiha Budai reassured her, knowing something she didn't.
To Hei hadn't even summoned his loyal beast, Soldier Pillar, which was a clear indication that he had other tricks up his sleeve.
If Uchiha Shizuka was being calmed by others, Hyuga Aizuki's body was already brimming with power. No matter what, she wouldn't let To Hei come to harm.
In the main viewing stand!
"Kage, what are you planning to do?"
Onoki stared at Sarutobi Hiruzen, who was subtly turning his head, preparing to order a rescue.
If other villages could act shamelessly, then for a genius with the 'Will of Fire,' Hiruzen wasn't above showing his teeth once.
Unfortunately, the cunning Onoki saw through his intentions and refused to give him the chance.
"Nothing!"
Hiruzen knew his plan had failed and could only turn his attention back to the arena.
Onoki didn't press the matter further.
In the arena!
To Hei, tightly embraced, felt as if he couldn't breathe.
But the fish had finally taken the bait.
Yes!
This was his true objective.
Close combat.
Preferably, at a point where they were practically touching.
Such an opportunity would be extremely hard to come by if he had to initiate it himself.
But if Godo made the move, it was a different story.
Throughout the previous battle, To Hei had been continuously luring Godo to understand one thing:
To defeat him, one had to restrict his mobility first.
Given the frequent interruptions to his jutsu, the only way to control him was through a powerful steel body.
It was a trap!
To Hei used himself as the bait, luring Godo to close the distance.
Because only then could he use his ultimate move, which he had been holding back.
Rush!
To Hei channeled all his chakra into the Blaze Fist, instantly converting it into a massive surge of flames.
"You..."
Godo realized he might have fallen into a trap and tried to let go and retreat.
Unfortunately, it was too late to create distance now.
To Hei, now free, raised his right hand, with only his index finger extended.
Using the enhanced chakra control provided by his ninja tools, he concentrated all the chakra flames on his fingertip.
The originally red flames instantly turned orange, and their quantity significantly decreased.
Compression!
This was the core of the move.
By compressing all the controllable flames into his fingertip and then unleashing them with full force, it became his personal finishing move.
"Great Serpent Slash!"
To Hei aimed this move at Godo, who was trying to create distance.
In the past, using this move was often fraught with failure.
But with the Blaze Fist, not only was the release faster and more powerful, but it also became much easier to control.
Rush!
Without his suppression, the flames spread wildly, like a tidal wave of inferno that could consume everything in its path.
The power was off the charts!
The compressed flames carried a formidable impact, combined with the terrifying heat, making it a move that could slay gods.
And since it was a hand seal-less jutsu, it was incredibly fast, leaving no room for evasion.
Even with Godo's steel body, he had no confidence in blocking it.
Boom!
The explosion and flames completely engulfed both of them.
Soon, a figure was blasted out and rolled several times on the ground before smoothly getting up.
It was To Hei!
Even though he was in a terrible state, severely injured and exhausted, he refused to lie on the ground. Losing the fight didn't mean losing his dignity.
If Godo didn't die from this, he would readily concede.
Now, he had not a single drop of chakra left, and his skin was burning red.
He felt as if he had been cooked alive by the intense heat.
High temperature + injuries + complete chakra depletion!
His ability to stand was solely supported by his willpower.
Soon.
When the flames dissipated, the outcome of the battle became clear.
(End of Chapter)
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