Chapter 59: Rock Lee's Full Power from the Empire

Chapter 59: Rock Lee's Full Power from the Empire

"This is the Yin Seal and the Multi-Shadow Clone Technique! I never expected Lady Tsunade from this era to know this technique as well. I've only heard about it in the past, and now I finally have the opportunity to witness its power first-hand. I can't believe it healed such severe injuries in an instant; it's truly formidable!"

Unbeknownst to them, Rock Lee from the Empire had already approached the group, standing not far away with a toothy grin as he gave them a thumbs-up.

"Martial arts are indeed impressive! But ninjutsu is equally powerful! Little punk! The battle has only just begun!"

Tsunade roared and charged at Rock Lee from the Empire once more.

"Yeah! I feel it! Lady Tsunade's burning blood! That's right! The battle has just begun!"

Rock Lee leaped forward in response.

Boom!!

Their fists collided in a simple yet powerful punch.

The impact spread out, causing Kakashi, Shikamaru, and Naruto to quickly retreat.

Their eyes widened as they watched the two figures clash fiercely once again.

With the activation of the Yin Seal and the Multi-Shadow Clone Technique, Tsunade's recovery abilities surged, and her strength, speed, and insight received a significant boost, keeping her in a constant state of peak performance.

This allowed her to continue trading blows with Rock Lee from the Empire.

Boom! Boom!

The sound of their clashes resembled rolling thunder, reverberating between the two combatants.

Rock Lee from the Empire was repeatedly knocked back, but he would immediately get back up, rushing at Tsunade and sending her flying with each exchange.

And each time, Tsunade would respond in kind, launching herself back into the fray.

Their battle was a brutal exchange of blows, with neither side bothering with defense.

As time passed, due to Tsunade's Yin Seal, Rock Lee from the Empire began to appear more injured, his body battered and bleeding from multiple wounds.

Boom!

After another intense exchange, Rock Lee from the Empire was sent flying.

Neji from the Empire frowned and called out, unable to hold back any longer.

"Passion and youth are important, but... don't take it too far. You've enjoyed the battle enough, haven't you?"

"Huff... huff...

What do you mean? Are you saying that Lee hasn't gone all out yet? Neji?"

Tsunade, breathless, glared at Neji from the Empire, her voice laced with anger.

Kakashi and Shikamaru's hearts trembled at the implication.

The fact that Rock Lee from another world could hold his own against one of the Legendary Sannin, Tsunade, and still not be using his full strength was unimaginable. Was this level of strength truly possible?

"You can just ask Lee yourself if you don't believe me," Neji from the Empire replied, his expression indifferent.

Tsunade turned her gaze to Rock Lee from the Empire, who had picked himself up and was dusting off the dirt from his clothes.

"Ah! My apologies! My apologies! I recently arrived in this world and encountered such a formidable opponent as Lady Tsunade.

And to engage in my favorite form of sparring, a test of raw strength... I got a little too caught up in the excitement!"

Rock Lee scratched his head sheepishly, looking embarrassed.

"You little brat! I'm giving you one last chance!

Immediately! Show me your true power! Or don't blame me for getting serious!"

Tsunade, having gotten her answer, glared at Rock Lee with eyes that seemed to be spitting fire.

She had just been completely looked down upon!

"Alright, this time for sure!

Eight Inner Gates! Open the Gate of Opening, Gate of Rest, Gate of Life, Gate of Hurt, Gate of Closing, Gate of Joy, and Gate of Shock!"

Rock Lee raised his arms high and let out a mighty roar.

In the next moment...

A violent surge of chakra and true energy exploded forth, shooting straight toward the sky!

The terrifying currents of air wreaked havoc, causing a gale to blow within a radius of several hundred meters! Even the clouds above Rock Lee were stirred into chaos by this formidable display of power!

"The Eight Inner Gates... He knows that technique too... Could they truly be from another world?

"Could everything he said be true?"

Kakashi murmured, his exposed left eye revealing his grave concern.

"This is bad... The Eight Inner Gates Formation is a forbidden technique of Konoha. It is said that when all eight gates are opened, one possesses strength far surpassing that of a Kage... Right now, Tang has opened seven gates. Although he hasn't reached the eighth gate, with his original strength combined... Lady Tsunade might no longer be his match."

Shikamaru whispered in disbelief.

"Amazing! This is the perfect combination of ninjutsu and martial arts! You're incredible, Tang!" Naruto exclaimed, his eyes shining with admiration.

Tsunade remained silent, cold sweat trickling down her forehead.

"It's not over yet! Ghost Camel! Open!"

The Empire's Rock Lee roared once more.

To everyone's shock, they witnessed the muscles on his back writhing and contorting until they formed a terrifying ghostly face.

The ghostly face wore a sinister grin that sent shivers down their spines and made their hair stand on end.

"Hey! That's going too far! Are you trying to kill our Hokage?!"

Empire Neji's eyebrows furrowed as he shouted in protest.

"Rest assured, I know my limits, Neji!

Watch closely, Lady Tsunade!

This... is my true full power!"

The Empire's Rock Lee bellowed, and before his words had faded...

Tsunade had already gathered her focus, intently watching Rock Lee and not missing any of his movements as she prepared to defend herself.

But no one could have anticipated that...

In the instant the Empire's Rock Lee finished speaking...

She still couldn't do anything! She merely felt a flash before her eyes.

The Empire's Rock Lee's massive figure, exuding an overwhelming sense of pressure, appeared before her! His towering shadow enveloped her completely! A fist the size of a head hurtled towards her!

At this moment!

Tsunade felt unprecedented pressure and a sense of impending death!

If she were struck by this blow... she would die! There was no doubt about it! Not even the Yin Seal could save her!

"Am... am I going to die? Will I perish in a spar with someone from another world, someone whose identity is unknown, named Rock Lee? Will I die by his fist?

In this moment, countless scenes flashed through Tsunade's mind.

She thought of her childhood days with Jiraiya and Orochimaru, the bittersweet memories.

She thought of her romance with Dan, now lost forever.

And she thought of her current worries as the Hokage.

The fist! Loomed larger and larger in her vision! Until it... grazed past her right ear!

BOOM!!!

The earth-shattering boom, accompanied by a tempestuous gale, ruptured her eardrums, leaving Tsunade momentarily dazed.

Fortunately, the presence of the Yin Seal allowed her to recover swiftly.

When she regained her senses...

She still saw the towering figure of the Empire's Rock Lee, along with... his signature toothy grin.

Kakashi, Shikamaru, Naruto, and Sakura's faces were etched with worry.

"Lady Tsunade! Are you alright?!"

"Granny Tsunade! How are you feeling?!"

"I... I'm fine..."

She responded woodenly, turning her head to glance behind her, only to have her pupils contract in shock.

What did she see? The once lush forest had lost a significant portion of its greenery!

In its place was a barren expanse of land, at least a hundred meters wide and three to four kilometers long!

"Is... Is this... the result of that punch?"

Tsunade inhaled sharply and asked, her eyes wide.

"Indeed, that was Tang's full-powered strike."

Empire Neji replied impassively.

Tsunade's eyes shifted to Kakashi and Shikamaru.

The two nodded slowly.

Shikamaru added with a hint of bitterness, "This was indeed caused by Tang's punch... It's like a force of nature unleashed."

"So... I've been fighting against such a monstrous opponent this whole time?"

Tsunade's smile was tinged with bitterness.

Her face bore an expression of indescribable bitterness and disappointment.

The gap between them! It was just too vast!

(End of Chapter)

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