Chapter 82: The Man Who Can Go Toe-to-Toe with Kakashi!

Chapter 82: The Man Who Can Go Toe-to-Toe with Kakashi!

The ninjas who had just escaped the chaos were all shaken to their cores. Soaked to the bone by the rain, they felt a chill deep in their bones, a sense of helplessness overwhelming them.

To think he destroyed the Hokage Tower with just one strike.

What the hell is this guy even fighting for? Can we handle an enemy like this?

The Hokage Tower, a pivotal structure, naturally had numerous defensive measures, even if they weren't visible on the surface. Even the "Shadows" of the Five Great Shinobi Villages would find it difficult to destroy it with a single blow, let alone so thoroughly.

This enemy is unprecedentedly powerful!

A signal flare struggled to rise through the rain, emitting a blinding light. The captain of the Anbu raised his voice, trying to bolster the morale of his troops.

"Don't lose hope! Reinforcements are on the way! Shinobi from the major clans are coming, and the Third Hokage is on his way too!"

He brandished his short sword and charged at Luk, "Our goal is just to hold him off!"

Inspired by their captain, the other ninjas regained their composure. They split into two groups, one rushing at Luk while the other began forming hand seals.

Luk calmly drew his sword, which seemed to cast a moonlit glow, and met the group of ninjas head-on. His technique, known as "Free Mind Eye," a form of Haki that enhanced his perception, allowed him to observe every movement.

With his formidable physical prowess, he deflected all the attacks with movements that even elite ninjas couldn't follow. In a matter of seconds, their weapons clashed hundreds of times.

"Water Style: Water Dragon Bullet!"

"Water Style: Water Disturbance!"

"Water Style: Water Prison!"

The other group of ninjas completed their hand seals and, due to the weather, all chose Water Style jutsu, which were much more powerful in the rain.

A barrage of water jutsu rained down on Luk. He parried the captain's sword with a backhand and then clenched his fingers together.

All the Water Style jutsu were nullified, transforming into ropes that bound the ninjas.

"What—"

"What's happening!"

"Damn, is that a Bloodline Limit?"

Their cries were cut short as they were tied up and gagged by the water ropes.

The Anbu captain, the strongest among them, used his Lightning Nature Chakra to increase his speed and managed to evade, becoming the only one not defeated.

As the bound ninjas lost their resistance, Luk's transformation skill kicked in, analyzing them rapidly. The guidebook opened swiftly, and within seconds, it had analyzed over a dozen powerful jounin.

Luk marveled, not surprising for a world designed for kids. Just as Ditto Luk had said, the analysis speed increased dramatically after a victory, like a premium subscription.

"Damn..."

The Anbu captain's face was grim. What kind of water control was this? A secret technique of the Hozuki clan?

No, that was impossible. He had fought the Hozuki clan before, and their water manipulation wasn't that strong. They could only control water to a limited extent with chakra, far less powerful and flexible than this man.

The Anbu captain looked up at the thick layer of accumulated rain in the sky, "No wonder you chose to invade today. It's because of the rain, isn't it?"

"You've got the cause and effect mixed up."

"It's not that I chose today because of the rain. It's that I caused the rain because I chose today."

Luk's voice carried a mocking tone. He stood still, his elaborate attire unwrinkled, the rain droplets avoiding him as if afraid to offend his majesty.

"Is this the best the Leaf's Anbu can do? You don't spend all day on C and D-rank missions, do you? You don't even have the presence of a genin."

He pointed casually, and the water on the ground formed several water spears, shooting towards the Anbu captain, who was slowed by the paralysis from his Lightning Nature Chakra.

"Earth Style: Mud Wall!"

Layers of earth rose from the ground, blocking the water spears.

"That's enough!"

A familiar voice interrupted, stopping the Anbu captain from making a desperate move. He turned to see a white-haired ninja with a mask enter the battlefield.

It was Kakashi Hatake, another Anbu captain, known for his strength and prowess.

Kakashi surveyed the fallen comrades, confirming no injuries, and then his gaze turned cold as he looked at Luk.

"Shadow Clone Jutsu!"

A shadow clone was created and immediately rushed to a specific location, likely the commercial district.

Luk noticed the precise direction: the Senju Blacksmith Shop. The shadow clone was probably going to protect a dear friend of Kakashi's, someone he considered weak but kind.

He suddenly remembered a past memory, before he had his golden finger.

...

"If the village is ever attacked, will you protect me? I am your only true friend, you know."

"I have more than one friend."

After a moment of silence, Kakashi lowered his head and muttered a single word.

"Yes."

...

When Pirate Luk fought with Garp, he had delved into Kakashi's memories, and Pirate Luk had teased him for being a gay guy.

Now, thinking about it, Kakashi really did care for him.

Luk felt a twinge of guilt, something he thought he no longer had.

He was in a bind. This was the top-tier player. How was he supposed to fight him?

Kakashi, unaware of the truth, was cold and distant. He drew his distinctive chakra-infused short sword, glowing white.

"I'll be your opponent now."

Luk: ...

Why don't you dispel the shadow clone first before saying that?

"Be careful, this enemy is strong. Let's attack together!"

The Anbu captain, eager to help, tried to stand but fell to the ground due to the paralysis and urgency.

"Take a break. I'll handle him."

Kakashi removed his eye patch, revealing his Sharingan with three tomoe. A white fang short blade accompanied by intricate sword techniques attacked Luk.

Luk silently drew the Moonlight in front of him and charged forward.

Sharp sword lights danced around them, Kakashi's sword techniques were clean and precise, each strike aimed at vital points. Luk used [Inner Eye of Freedom] to predict his movements, and the Moonlight repeatedly deflected the White Fang short blade.

The ANBU captain initially worried that Kakashi might be taken out instantly, but to his surprise, the two were evenly matched, filling him with joy.

Kakashi is this strong?

He can actually hold his own against the invader?

Or is the invader not as formidable as he thought, having been drained by the water control technique and losing his dominant power?

With this thought, the ANBU captain, who had somewhat recovered, drew his blade and joined the fray.

"Kakashi, I'll help you!"

Kakashi didn't refuse; he wasn't a samurai with a sense of pride. Winning was the best outcome.

Both belonging to the ANBU, they were of similar strength and skilled in swordsmanship, working together seamlessly. However, even with three of them, they still couldn't gain the upper hand.

The ANBU captain: (_)



What's going on?

Is he too weak to make a difference in the battle?

Distracted for a moment, Luk forced Kakashi back with a sword strike and kicked the ANBU captain away with a hidden kick.

Boom—

The terrifying impact sent him flying dozens of meters, crashing through seven or eight walls before spitting out blood and stopping.

"Indeed... I am too weak..."

The ANBU captain's consciousness blurred, and his last thought before falling into a coma was:

Kakashi is really hiding his true strength. I must vote for him as the next ANBU captain!

...

"Who are you, really?"

Kakashi also sensed that his opponent was holding back, his gaze filled with doubt. Despite the obscured appearance and hidden identity, he felt a sense of familiarity.

Luk's mind raced, and he finally let out a cold snort.

"Didn't think you'd recognize me, did you? Yes, I am..."

"Uchiha Madara!"

"...Nonsense."

Kakashi's face turned cold, pushing down his doubts and preparing to attack. But then, the blurred face of his opponent suddenly revealed the eyes.

A pair of three-tomoe Sharingan spun, forming a complete circle.

Kakashi: ...

Is he really an Uchiha?

His brows furrowed. What about those unique eyes? The three-tomoe Sharingan has a more advanced form. Could this person truly be Uchiha Madara?

"Earth Style: Mud Dragon Bullet!"

A series of large mud spheres rose, blocking Kakashi's view while attacking Luk.

Luk calmly performed a quick-draw technique, slicing the mud spheres into countless pieces as they approached, remaining composed.

Blinding lightning sliced through the rainy night, the sizzling sound like a thousand birds chirping, unbearable to the ears.

Kakashi's figure reappeared, his right hand enveloped in extremely sharp lightning.

He had split his chakra, opened the seal on his Sharingan, and engaged in intense combat. His chakra was running low, and he couldn't afford to drag this on. He needed to end it quickly.

Regardless of whether he was Uchiha Madara, he was still the enemy.

"Aren't you going to ask me more questions?" Luk didn't stop Kakashi from using Chidori.

Kakashi coldly replied, "Once we capture you, someone will question you."

Luk: ...

You really think you can get away with that?

Chidori, with its night-splitting momentum, approached, but Luk easily dodged, grabbing the wrist of the attacker.

"You fell for it!"

A deep voice came from behind, and Luk turned to see the person he held turn into a cloud of smoke. Kakashi was already very close behind him.

Luk swung his sword at Chidori, still able to react at such close range.

Boom!

With a slight explosion, the Kakashi behind him turned into smoke. He was a decoy!

Even the words "You fell for it" were just to distract him!

At that moment, the real Kakashi descended from the sky, Chidori in hand.

At such close range, it was impossible for the enemy to dodge!

Kakashi poured all his remaining chakra into the Chidori, the sharp lightning blade glowing even brighter.

Snap—

In Kakashi's suddenly dilated eyes, Luk grabbed his wrist, the force causing a slight crack in the bones.

"How did you do that?"

Kakashi's voice was dry.

"Speed is all you need," Luk replied with a light laugh, sheathing his sword. He then used his hand as a blade, aiming for Kakashi's neck.

"Take a nap."

Just as he was about to strike, Luk's hand blade suddenly changed direction, slashing sideways and creating a deep gash. It collided with a powerful jutsu.

"Five Elements: Great Combined Bullet Technique!"

Boom—

The massive impact tore the road in half, the rising smoke quickly dissipated by the downpour.

A figure in a shaman robe slowly emerged, followed by a large group of Konoha's elite ninja.

The Third Hokage asked in a deep voice, "What do you intend to do to our village's ninja, friend?"

Luk glanced at the exhausted Kakashi in his hand, then threw him away from the battle, his tone light.

"Nothing much, I just want to kill all of you or be killed by you!"

Following the readers' suggestions, I'll post at noon every day. If there's an extra chapter, it will be posted at 6 PM.

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