Chapter 74: Victory or Defeat
Chapter 74: Victory or Defeat
"Shakuton is indeed a tricky ability."
Feng Ye gazed at Yecang from a distance.
Yecang, known as the hero of Sunagakure, held a position akin to Konoha's White Fang. In the end, his accomplishments outshone the Kazekage, Rosha, and he met a similar fate as the White Fang, falling to the schemes of Sunagakure's higher-ups after the war due to his outstanding achievements.
To become a hero, he must have successfully executed this attack, inflicting severe losses on Konoha.
And now, they had encountered him.
There was no doubt that Yecang possessed Kage-level strength, but based on his chakra fluctuations, Yecang had only just reached that level and was not as formidable as the White Fang yet.
This was the first time Feng Ye had faced a Kage-level ninja.
He had thought that the Sunagakure ninja they had lured would be easily dealt with, but he hadn't expected there to be a slightly more troublesome character. However, in Feng Ye's eyes, he was only a minor inconvenience.
Because...
Shakuton was ineffective against someone who could turn back time.
"Let's use you to adapt to the change from a short sword to a long sword."
With a soft murmur, Feng Ye gripped the hilt of the Kusanagi Sword and, instead of charging at Yecang, he brandished the sword from a distance.
Szzz!
The blade, enveloped in lightning, created sparks of fire as it sliced through the air, forming a crescent-shaped slash that curved into a full moon as the flames at its tips intertwined.
Yecang was slightly taken aback by Feng Ye's ability to unleash a long-range attack, but he remained calm. With a soft hum, he waved his right hand, and a white ball of fire rushed to meet the crescent moon.
Boom!
The crescent moon and the white fireball collided, causing an explosion.
A deep pit several meters wide was blasted into the ground, and the spreading aftermath swept through the barrier, causing the damp soil to roll and churn.
"You dare not engage in close combat with me anymore..."
Yecang's expression remained unchanged as he coldly spoke: "But long-range attacks are also my forte!"
As his words fell, he swung his hand forward, and a white fireball by his side shot directly toward Feng Ye. He then waved his right hand again, sending another fireball flying.
Feng Ye watched the incoming fireballs and, with a forward and backward swing of the Kusanagi Sword, sent two flaming crescent moons to collide with them in mid-air.
Boom! Boom!!
Two more violent explosions rocked the air.
Feng Ye paid no heed to the explosions in the sky, keeping his eyes closed against the sweeping aftermath. Yet, the Kusanagi Sword in his hand did not cease, continuing its relentless assault toward Yecang.
Szzz! Szzz! Szzz!!
Endless flashes of light burst forth, resembling silver-white magatama beads that spun and tore through the earth, ripping apart the air as they hurtled toward Yecang.
Witnessing this, Yecang's expression changed.
How could that attack be used consecutively?!
It made no sense!
He could discern that Feng Ye's assault utilized lightning-based chakra, employing ultra-high-speed slashes to deliver long-range strikes. However, in terms of chakra consumption, this technique should far exceed his Shakuton bloodline limit.
"Shakuton: Excessive Steam Explosion!"
Despite not understanding where Feng Ye's confidence in matching his chakra consumption came from, Yecang let out a low shout, pushing his palms forward. White fireballs continuously burst from his palms, colliding with the relentless flashes of light.
Boom! Boom! Boom!!!
Violent explosions rocked the air without pause.
Although each explosion occurred almost at the center of the barrier, the resulting waves still shook the entire barrier, causing the three Jonin maintaining it to change their expressions, exerting all their might to stabilize it.
Their faces reflected their awe as they witnessed the battle within the barrier.
They knew Yecang's strength and his methods, but this young ninja was able to match Yecang's Shakuton in a long-range exchange! His power exceeded their expectations, and if they hadn't encountered him here but on the battlefield, he would have been an extremely formidable foe!
"We must not let such an individual live..."
"We're counting on you, Yecang-sama!"
The ninja outside the barrier couldn't help but take a deep breath as they watched the battle unfold.
Consecutive explosions kept erupting.
Within the confined barrier, the aftermath continued to amplify.
The scene inside had long descended into chaos, and no one could see what was happening. They could only hear the relentless explosions and feel the tremors rippling through the earth.
As the battle raged on,
Yecang, who had initially maintained her calm, found it difficult to remain composed.
"This guy..."
She was incredulous. She had already expended more than half of her chakra, yet Feng Ye's attacks showed no signs of weakening. Instead, they were becoming even more ferocious than when they had started!
Could his chakra be infinite?!
This won't do!
Things couldn't continue like this!
Yecang gritted her teeth, not because she was worried about losing in a battle of attrition, but because the relentless explosions within the barrier were causing the aftermath to build up. The battle was no longer a long-range exchange; it had become a contest of enduring the blasts from the Shakuton.
Dealing with the aftermath was becoming increasingly difficult, and if this continued, the barrier would collapse under the strain!
"I'll go all out!"
A determined glint flashed in Yecang's eyes.
By now, she had realized the danger posed by a ninja like Feng Ye. If he were to escape, he could inflict unimaginable casualties on the battlefield, and his speed would make it challenging to restrict him. Therefore, she had to take him out here.
"Shakuton: Excessive Steam Explosion!"
She took a deep breath, and the chakra within her surged violently. Even the two light orbs she had placed on her left and right sides to guard against a sudden close-quarters attack from Feng Ye were mobilized.
Countless light orbs swirled and converged in her palm, transforming into a massive orb wrapped in scarlet flames. With a mighty push, she sent it hurtling forward.
BOOM!!!
A deafening explosion rocked the land.
The barrier, already covered in a layer of dust and a dull yellow hue, finally shattered under the force of the blast.
The three Jonin maintaining the barrier were sent flying, their chakras in disarray from the violent impact. They spat out mouthfuls of blood.
"Lady Yecang!"
Whoosh! Whoosh!
Unconcerned about their injuries, the three Jonin leaped to their feet and rushed towards Yecang.
They saw her, after unleashing her final attack, being unable to withstand the backlash and flying backward. Her clothes were tattered, but there was no hint of embarrassment as her body bore only charred marks and scorch marks.
"Cough..."
With the support of one of the Jonin, Yecang managed to stand up shakily. She forced a bitter smile and said, "I didn't expect it to be this difficult. Our upcoming ambush might be affected as well."
After expending all her strength in that attack, coupled with the previous backlash, Feng Ye was likely reduced to nothing but ashes. However, she herself had also sustained severe injuries, and it was uncertain if she could heal them before the planned ambush.
"That ninja is most likely Konoha's secret weapon, just like our ambush. Taking him out will significantly impact the war on the front lines."
The Jonin beside her offered words of comfort.
Indeed, to push Lady Yecang to such a state, that ninja's strength was truly terrifying!
Seeing that Yecang's life was no longer in danger, the other Jonin walked towards the shattered barrier, intending to see if there were any remnants of Feng Ye's body or forehead protector left behind.
(End of Chapter)
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