Chapter 63

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Kyomu's previous strike was truly stunning!

Deadly weapons always combine power with a sense of violent aesthetics, and the same goes for attack techniques.

Moreover, under the blessing of passive skills, the attack range of the Crimson Moon Slash got wider, and its power is twice that of normal state.

Coupled with Yōei, as well as many rare equipment on his body, the combined performance has already surpassed the passive skill [Cold Weapon Mastery] that was once refreshed.

At this moment, it's as if the passive skill [Cold Weapon Mastery] is permanently residing on Kyomu.

After a phoenix cry, the overwhelming barrage of projectiles turned into gas, inexorably blowing up the Iwa-nin who hadn't yet charged down the mountain, causing chaos.

"No trace of chakra involved!" An Iwa-nin immediately exclaimed, "How did that Leaf brat do it?"

"Forget about that for now, our comrades are in danger!"

"Go support them, quickly!"

Apart from a few who called for reinforcements, the Iwa-nin who had ambushed them all rushed towards Kyomu and Kakashi like tigers descending from a mountain.

A rough estimate suggests that there are at least three squads of Iwa-nin charging down.

In the formation of ninja teams, there are generally three people, one leading and two assisting, and the ones who can lead a team are generally at the level of Chunin.

In other words, including the six squads of Iwa-nin who had previously charged down, the total number besieging Kyomu and Kakashi is 27 people, with 9 Chunin and 18 Genin.

These are not your average bandit rogue ninjas!

Moreover, the strongest aspect of these people is not individual combat, but teamwork. As long as they complement each other's shortcomings and work together, although challenging a stronger ninja solo would most likely fail, it could still cause trouble for a powerful ninja caught alone.

And Kyomu and Kakashi are currently facing this situation.

The disadvantage of the two-person team has been exposed without a doubt.

"Mei, should we intervene?" Ao opened his eyes, "There are a lot of Iwa-nin, and I sense that someone has left, probably to call for reinforcements."

Ao hasn't acquired the Byakugan yet, but he is still an excellent sensor ninja from Kirigakure.

"Let's wait a bit longer." Mei remained composed, "Those two Leaf kids seem to be holding up well.

"And it's also a good opportunity to assess their strengths."

Speaking of which, Mei gritted her teeth, feeling suddenly angry, "And that kid lied to me, falsely reporting his name!"

"The one with white hair?" "No, it's the one with black hair." Mei clenched her teeth, "He said his name is Yamashita Kyomu, but if my speculation is correct, his name should be Aragami Kyomu!

And the white-haired kid he falsely reported as Oppa Paipai is probably the son of Konoha's White Fang, Hatake Kakashi!"

Ao nodded knowingly, "Only the 'Konoha Genius Twin Stars' of their age in Konoha would have that kind of strength."

The intelligence systems between the villages are interconnected, what villagers know, other villages naturally know too.

With Mei's background, she could easily have access to such unimportant information.

"Hmph." Mei felt a sense of competitiveness rising, "I want to see how strong this so-called 'Konoha Genius Twin Stars,' Kyomu and Kakashi, really are!"

As a peer of Kyomu and Kakashi, Mei had been a standout talent in Kirigakure since she was a child, unmatched among her peers.

Encountering Kyomu and Kakashi now naturally made Mei want to compare.

Ao understood Mei and nodded without further questions.

When Kyomu and Kakashi are on the verge of collapse, or when they have killed many Iwa-nin, it will be their time to act.

Perhaps by then, Kyomu and Kakashi, who are severely depleted of stamina, could even be taken care of effortlessly.

There are just too many geniuses in Konoha!

Clang.~

By simply raising Yōei a Rock-nin's ninja blade not only failed to injure Aragami Kyomu, but even broke.

The break was smooth and neat, obviously the work of Yōei's quality.

How could an ordinary steel ninja blade stand against an artifact?

With a flick of his wrist, Kyomu snapped the broken ninja blade in half, leaving the Iwa-nin regretful.

Sometimes, wielding divine weapons in battle really shines.

After dispatching one enemy, \Kyomu swiftly sheathed his blade and turned to face another Iwa-nin's incoming punch.

Earth Style: Rock Fist Technique!

With both arms covered by sturdy rocks, possessing immense strength and formidable attack power, while its defense is also impeccable, this is one of Iwagakure's signature ninja techniques.

And the Iwa-nin who can use this technique must be at least Chunin level.

Moreover, when combined with Earth Style: Hardening Technique, the Rock Fist Technique can produce quite a miraculous chemical reaction, capable of countering most physical attacks and even some ninja techniques, especially advantageous in close combat.

Swish~

Kyomu wielded his blade as usual, not even regarding the Chunin-level Iwa-nin. It's not a matter of underestimating his strength, but rather an information asymmetry.

Whether it's the Rock Fist Technique or the Hardening Technique, they are both composed of chakra, so in the face of Yōei, they're just like paper!

Slicing through the thick layers of rock effortlessly, the blade passed through flesh, blood, and bone, cleaving the Iwa-nin Chunin in two.

And the passive skill activated once again. This seemingly ordinary slash unexpectedly produced a blade phantom, ten times larger than Yōei's blade.

Have you ever seen a blade phantom over six meters long?

You're seeing it today!

"This..." Mei elongated her voice, "With such a flashy attack form, isn't he afraid of wasting chakra?"

To be honest, Mei was a bit shocked. Setting aside her previous worries, Kyomu's attack techniques were truly impressive and pleasing to the eye.

"Mei, it seems Kyomu is using pure Taijutsu."

"Pure Taijutsu?!" Mei was taken aback, "That firebird from earlier, and now this blade phantom over six meters long, is this something that pure Taijutsu can achieve?"

"I don't want to admit it, but from what I observed, I think that's the case."

"Darn, how did that arrogant liar manage it?"

Of course, it's thanks to the passive skill.

With a blade phantom over six meters long, cleaving a Chunin-level Rock-nin in two, Kyomu completely showcased his dominance.

It feels damn satisfying to chop people with special effects!

At the same time, Kyomu's performance also allowed the enemy to figure out some of his information.

"We shouldn't engage this guy in close combat, his blade and his techniques are weird!"

"Yes, the Rock Fist Technique and the Hardening Technique shouldn't be this fragile!"

"Ninjutsu!, cover him with a continuous barrage of ninjutsu!"

The Rock-nin who realized this no longer chose to engage Kyomu in close combat. Instead, they dispersed, and simultaneously launched a barrage of Earth Style ninjutsu towards Kyomu.

Glancing around, Kyomu noticed there were seven C-rank Earth Style ninjutsu and two B-rank ones, while the rest were other chakra attribute C-rank ninjutsu.

"Kyomu!"

Kakashi, who seemed relatively relaxed on one side, gritted his teeth. This level of intense attack could really be deadly!

Wanting to rush over to rescue, Kakashi was intercepted by two Chunin-level Rock-nin, who launched high-intensity, high-frequency attacks against him.

"Fortunately, we didn't act rashly." Mei also felt a lingering fear, "This kind of intense ninjutsu barrage probably only occurs when ninja armies face off head-on, right?"

"That kid named Kyomu!" Ao didn't finish speaking before Kyomu swiftly took action.

Before the onslaught of various ninjutsu, Kyomu had already sheathed his blade and assumed a posture convenient for drawing and slashing.

Sky-Cutting Sword Iai Technique!

Hum~

The air fluctuated around Kyomu, and then suddenly contracted. Ethereal shadows, named Momentum, filled the area around Kyomu.

Yōei, drawn!

As the wind roared and the clouds surged, the sky suddenly darkened, with flickering green lights, as if creatures emitting green light were churning in the black clouds.

Swish!~

In the blink of an eye, Aragami Kyomu swung his blade twenty-four times, charging towards eight directions. Meanwhile, in the sky shrouded in dark clouds, twenty-four five-clawed azure dragons also split into eight directions, swooping down directly.

All incoming ninjutsu attacks were instantly crushed!

Ao and Mei widened their eyes, looking up at the sky like fools, pausing for a second before all looking back at Kyomu, who stood proudly amidst the green storm.

Although they were from different factions, they couldn't help but admit that this move was truly damn cool.

But.

Arrogance leads to death!

A killing intent flashed in Ao's eyes; this kind of genius ninja like Kyomu must be suppressed in the cradle, and must not be allowed to grow.

But on the other side, Mei's eyes were filled with admiration and amazement.

It's truly cool!

Meanwhile, Kyomu felt extremely bitter. He really didn't expect that just one of his developed big moves, triggered by the passive skill, would turn out to be so flashy.

It looks good, it's cool, it's imposing, and it seems powerful, but it's too eye-catching...

And after dispelling the surrounding ninjutsu attacks, Kyomu immediately felt the deep malice around him.

Some perceptive Rock-nin also noticed something.

The presentation of the technique looks intimidating, but the actual power unleashed is not as outrageous and abnormal as imagined.

So.

Let's stall for time first. When the special Jonin or Jonin reinforcements arrive, it will be the death knell for this show-off.

The ninja world cannot tolerate such a young and arrogant existence.

(End of Chapter)