Chapter 93: Why Is It You Again?

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Countless enormous pink flowers bloom above the vines, and their light yellow pollen drifts with the wind, seeping into the gaps wrapped by the vines.

As this pollen infiltrates,

The Five Kage trapped within the vines feel a sudden wave of fatigue throughout their bodies.

Even their chakra usage becomes obstructed.

"What's happening?"

"Is this pollen poisonous?"

"What kind of technique is this?"

"This is terrifying!"

"I feel completely powerless…"

"..."

Within the vine-wrapped area, the Five Kage can all sense the overwhelming weakness spreading through their bodies. They sway unsteadily, on the verge of collapsing to the ground.

Not far away,

Tsunade's eyes widen as she stares at the flowers continuously emerging.

"Wood Style: Deep Forest Bloom"

Tsunade immediately recognizes the technique, understanding its significance.

This was the secret weapon used by her grandfather, Hashirama Senju, to bring peace to the world.

Once used, it is unstoppable.

No one could fight Hashirama Senju within the forest of blooming flowers—not even the legendary Uchiha Madara from back then—would be able to escape the debilitating effect of the pollen.

"So this is the First Hokage?"

Maki's eyes widen, filled with shock. Standing beside Tsunade, with Akato and Ao, they form the VIP viewing seats for this battle.

Seeing is believing; seeing it surpasses the reputation.

Maki looks at the vast forest before him, with countless vibrant flowers, and even the thought of hostility fades away.

How do you fight against such a person?

How do you counter such a technique?

It's an unsolvable problem!

Invincible!

This is true invincibility!

Maki now deeply understands the concept of the name Hashirama Senju.

Previously, the top-tier powerhouses he encountered—like the Third and Fourth Kazekage, with their Magnet Release bloodline limits—pale in comparison to today's Wood Release.

This is the true bloodline limit!

This is the true king!

Maki takes a deep breath, realizing that Gaara's once formidable absolute defense now seems less impressive.

"So powerful!"

Akato's usually placid face shows astonishment, eyes wide as he watches the scene unfold.

In his understanding,

The Third Tsuchikage, Ōnoki's strength was unmatched in the ninja world!

Dust Release, unparalleled!

But now, witnessing the scene before him, Akato realizes his mistake.

This is the First Hokage!

Akato recalls the Third Tsuchikage's reaction upon receiving the invitation, thinking it was an overreaction at the time. Now he fully understands.

You cannot face such a person as an opponent!

"People say that ninjas like the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, will never appear again. I didn't believe it before, but now I do. Those who have witnessed Hashirama's power agree that he is like a mythical sage of the Six Paths!"

Ao uses his remaining left eye to stare intently at the solitary figure standing arrogantly at the entrance of the Cloud Village.

Both the First and Third Mizukage had attended the first Five Kage Summit.

Upon returning,

They had expressed deep astonishment.

They felt as though they had narrowly escaped death.

Ao had come across records detailing the impressions of these two Mizukage about the First Hokage.

When you see this person,

Your life

Depends on his mood!

In his younger years, Ao had considered such statements exaggerated, but during this Five Kage Summit, he had not been cautious enough.

Until now,

He understood completely.

It was evident to anyone that the Five Kage were about to kneel here, while the man in the orange-red battle armor had merely clapped his hands twice from beginning to end.

This was not a battle of the same power level!

"Are you all dead?"

Suddenly,

Hashirama's voice rang out, infused with chakra, echoing like thunder and causing intense pain in the ears of those present.

No one responded.

The Five Kage, buried in the vines, were in a semi-conscious state.

"Boring!"

Hashirama muttered indifferently and then looked at the small sprite fluttering beside him.

"Ying Ying, check if the task is complete."

Hashirama inquired mentally. This task was crucial, and if completed, it would accomplish two objectives at once.

"Got it!"

Ying Ying fluttered its wings cheerfully. It hoped that its host would complete the task quickly so it could absorb energy and rapidly restore its system's functions.

Hashirama took out a pink flip phone.

His chubby fingers clicked and tapped on the keyboard.

"Not completed."

Ying Ying shook its head. The screen displayed three tasks, all still in progress, with none completed.

"Hmm? None of them are completed?"

Hashirama furrowed his brow slightly, finding it puzzling. The remaining two tasks were to defeat the Five Kage and to single-handedly challenge them together.

Logically,

It should be no problem!

"Yes, none of them are completed."

Ying Ying nodded. It stared intently at the phone, trying to see the tasks marked as completed, but nothing changed as it had hoped.

"Could it be…"

Hashirama shifted his gaze back to the dense forest, a strange thought emerging in his mind.

Could it be that he needed to uncover the Five Kage?

This is to ensure victory.

Only then can the judgment be made.

Regardless of the reason,

Let's give it a try!

Hashirama suddenly raised both hands and clapped lightly. Instantly, a massive wave of chakra surged through his body, and torrents of terrifying energy flowed from his feet into the ground, causing the previously curled-up forest to return to its normal state.

At the same time,

Long, slender vines, resembling tentacles, ensnared everyone, binding their limbs and lifting them up.

One, two, three… six!

Hashirama looked at the scene before him. Although he was fighting the Five Kage, there were six figures now being pulled out.

He scanned them one by one.

On the far left was the muscular Fourth Raikage, A, bound up. The sight was rather jarring.

Next was Gaara.

His gourd was shattered, and he was wrapped in sand and tightly bound vines.

Beside him was Ōnoki, wrapped up with only his face visible.

Then, a more pleasant sight appeared.

Tobirama's voluptuous figure was perfectly outlined by the vines. To prevent her from using her Water Release to dissolve the vines, a rough piece of wood was shoved into her mouth.

Following that was Sarutobi Hiruzen, securely bound.

And the last one…

Hashirama's gaze focused on the Monkey King.

"Why is it you again?"

Hashirama looked at the Monkey King, unsure if the presence of this creature was the reason the task hadn't been completed. He felt that having an extra monkey around was rather odd.

"..."

The Monkey King was speechless, thinking, "Do you think I want to be here? I didn't choose to be tied up like this—blame Sarutobi Hiruzen!"

"Get out of here."

Hashirama then waved his hand, causing the vines binding the Monkey King to loosen. He then delivered a powerful strike, sending the Monkey King flying.

Afterwards,

Hashirama turned his attention back to the Five Kage.

This should be considered a victory now.

If the system still hasn't recognized the task as complete, then he would have to fight again.

"Ying~"

At that moment, Hashirama heard Ying Ying's voice in his mind.

"Host, the task is complete!"

(End of Chapter)