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Chapter 98: Battling a Quasi-Kage!
Chapter 98: Battling a Quasi-Kage!
"Fire Release: Zhu Rong!"
Tang Ping once again unleashed this S-rank jutsu.
Whoosh!
His flaming cloak suddenly expanded, transforming into a fiery armor that enveloped his body.
Although he had used it before, only Roshi had survived that encounter, and the information he provided was limited. As a result, this was the first time the others were witnessing Tang Ping's S-rank jutsu.
During this period, Tang Ping had not only been researching potions but also refining and optimizing this jutsu. With a clear reference point and his deep expertise in jutsu and sealing techniques, the improvement process went smoothly.
The jutsu's appearance was now more detailed, and its defensive capabilities were enhanced. However, the most significant improvement wasn't just in these areas. Since this jutsu was specifically designed for 'Senjutsu,' it could only be fully unleashed in Sage Mode, where the power of Zhu Rong would be fully realized.
Even without Sage Mode, this S-rank jutsu was still incredibly formidable.
"What is that?"
"I don't know, but it's definitely strong!"
"You're right!"
...
The Kage-level battlefield was the focus of both sides, and Zhu Rong's appearance was immediately noticed by the surrounding shinobi.
They were stunned!
Although it was only a few meters tall (seven meters, previously five, with the flaming cloak transforming into armor), the sheer intensity of the heat it emitted was palpable.
As Tang Ping grew more familiar with the jutsu, the heat that previously radiated outward began to be contained.
"Let me see the power of the Scorching Release!"
Tang Ping's voice echoed.
"Is that so!"
Yakura faced the challenge with no trace of fear. Fireballs began to form around her.
Two, three... five!
Each one, upon detonation, could unleash a force similar to high-level Fire Release jutsu.
The key was that she didn't need to form hand seals or prepare; this was the strength of a bloodline limit, unreasonable and overwhelming.
Yakura, accompanied by the five fireballs, charged forward.
Any living being that got too close would turn into a desiccated corpse within seconds.
However, for Tang Ping, protected by Zhu Rong, her attacks were ineffective.
Whoosh, whoosh!
As she charged, Yakura also threw multiple kunai. To her surprise, they couldn't penetrate the flame-encased armor.
'No wonder Roshi failed!'
This thought flashed through Yakura's mind. She had mocked him for the failure, but now she realized it wasn't Roshi's fault. Tang Ping's strength had grown immensely.
Yakura closed the distance and launched her attack. However, neither her weapons nor her taijutsu could breach the defense.
Bang, bang!
Tang Ping, in control of the Zhu Rong form, countered like a game of whack-a-mole, smashing the ground and leaving craters.
The terrifying offensive and defensive capabilities of Zhu Rong gave it a semblance of Susanoo. Tang Ping believed that with time, his 'Zhu Rong' would surpass Susanoo.
After all, this was a 'Senjutsu'!
Currently, he was using chakra, which naturally reduced its power.
Soon, Yakura began forming hand seals.
"Wind Release: Wind Blade!"
Whoosh!
The rapidly spinning wind at her fingertips transformed into a blade that could shred anything.
This was the technique that future Makki used to instantly kill the special jonin, Tsukikage Hayate.
Swoosh, swoosh!
However, when the Wind Blade hit Zhu Rong, it only produced a series of cutting sounds without successfully piercing the target.
S-rank jutsu, indeed terrifying!
However, the Wind Blade did cause some changes, indicating that Zhu Rong's defense, when powered by non-senjutsu chakra, had its limits.
Bang!
Yakura stepped back, ending the Wind Blade jutsu.
She knew that with her current Wind Release techniques, she couldn't break through the defense. She would have to go all out.
"Scorching Release: Over-Boil Kill!"
She called out, and the five fireballs around her began to merge into a massive, scorching fireball.
Faced with the full-power strike of a Shadow-level powerhouse, Tang Ping didn’t dare to be careless. He raised his right index finger high.
Whoosh!
A streak of white flame condensed at the tip of Zhurong’s finger, causing the surrounding temperature to drop rapidly, and the light to dim.
Previously, the high temperatures were due to control issues.
Now, with the temperature dropping, it indicated that all the heat was being absorbed by the incoming full-power strike, with none leaking out.
The same principle applied to the light, which was being swallowed, causing a sudden darkness.
"Fire Release: Zhurong’s Great Serpent Slash!"
Tang Ping unleashed his full-power strike.
A tiny streak of white flame transformed into a white tidal wave as it was flung forward, looking like an avalanche.
Yakura also pushed forward the massive fireball that had been fused.
Over-Boiling Kill vs. Great Serpent Slash!
The two super moves collided head-on.
Even Orochimaru, who was holding back Chiyo, couldn’t help but pay attention.
Only one snake, not far from the jutsu, didn’t get excited but instead struggled and roared.
"Damn it, Orochimaru, help me dispel the summoning jutsu!"
Manda was being affected by the sealing technique and couldn’t dispel the summoning jutsu on his own, so he was in a panic.
Fortunately, Orochimaru had no intention of killing his own summon and promptly dispelled the jutsu.
The massive Manda retreated.
The white tidal wave and the giant fireball collided.
There was no expected explosion.
Zzzt!
The two flames voraciously consumed each other.
The terrifying heat spread rapidly, causing nearby plants to wither and crumble into powder in plain sight.
This terrifying scene made all the ninjas fighting around them instinctively back off.
Even Orochimaru, Chiyo, and Hidenori did the same.
At the peak of Fire Release, it still came down to them.
While the Uchiha were known for their powerful Fire Release, it was purely brute force, using chakra to amplify the effect, or the ‘strongest Fire Release’ Amaterasu, which came from their bloodline.
When it came to true Fire Release, both Tang Ping and Yakura could wipe them out in an instant.
Flame devoured flame!
The two full-power strikes were locked in a stalemate.
Tang Ping watched the pure white flame wave fail to engulf Over-Boiling Kill and silently marveled.
'No wonder you’re a hero of the Sand, a near-Shadow-level powerhouse!'
Even though he had showcased all his achievements in Fire Release, he still hadn’t won.
Of course, he hadn’t lost either!
However, there was no time to determine a victor or a survivor now.
The main force of the Sand ninja was approaching, and they needed to retreat.
The Sand ninja forces currently engaged were a small elite unit led by strong ninja, tasked with delaying and blocking their retreat.
They hadn’t expected Orochimaru to act decisively, leading an elite squad to block their vanguard, combined with Tang Ping’s impressive performance, which disrupted the Sand ninja’s plans.
However, the Sand ninja’s objective had been achieved.
Destroy the Southwest Shinobi Army Camp!
Due to Orochimaru’s presence, the camp posed an increasing threat to the Sand ninja, forcing them to plan this operation.
It seemed like a victory, but it wasn’t.
Konoha wouldn’t sit idly by and watch the enemy run rampant; they would definitely plan a counter-offensive.
So, the Sand ninja were essentially taking the pressure off the Rock ninja, which was a huge loss.
"Retreat!"
Orochimaru ordered.
The objectives of delaying and sniping had been achieved; continuing would only result in unnecessary deaths.
The surviving Konoha squads began to retreat.
Tang Ping, after exchanging glances with Yakura, joined up with Hyuga Seigetsu and Yamakawa Koji, then turned and left.
Thus, the Sand ninja ambush ended.
Through this battle, Tang Ping proved that his strength was genuine, and his ability to escape two Shadow-level powerhouses unscathed wasn’t just luck.
It was real, solid power.
However, the bad news that followed left him no time to bask in his newfound fame, and he quickly wore a mask of pain.
(End of Chapter)
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