Chapter 147: Yamato's Defeat

Yamato, due to inheriting the cells of the First Hokage, received special attention from Danzo, who personally guided his Ninjutsu training. He began to systematically learn Wood Release Jutsu by studying the Wood Release Ninjutsu books of the First Hokage.

At the age of ten, Yamato, with his mastered Wood Release ability, became a trusted subordinate of Danzo. Now, at the age of twelve, Yamato has become an elite ninja within the Root organization.

Color of Arms: Coating!

Five-Colored Threads!

Facing the powerful Wood Release unleashed by Yamato descending from the sky, Yu calmly took action. His formidable Armament Haki instantly activated, and the five sharp threads he grasped abruptly turned pitch black!

"Bang!"

In the midst of a crisp collision sound, Yamato, suspended in mid-air, felt a shock in his heart. The Wood Release he released from his hands was unexpectedly cut in half by Yu's single strike!

"Is it hard to believe?"

Swinging his hand to cut through countless wooden pieces in front of him, Yu sensed Yamato's intense emotional fluctuations with Observation Haki, and a disdainful smirk appeared on his lips.

If it were the Wood Release of the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama, he would naturally be unable to contend with it now. However, the Wood Release possessed by Yamato before him is merely an ability born from the combination of ordinary water and earth attribute Chakra Nature Transformations.

It's important to note that Senju Hashirama, the First Hokage, is the reincarnation of Asura, the second son of the Six Paths Sage. He inherited the physical body (vitality and bodily energy) of the Six Paths Sage, and his Chakra inherently carries the power of Yang Release.

The concept of Yin Release is rooted in imagination and mental power, creating substance from the intangible. On the other hand, the concept of Yang Release is rooted in the life force of the body, giving substance life.

The Wood Release of Senju Hashirama was granted life by the Sage of the Six Paths' body, which is why it possesses the power to easily devastate the heavens and the earth. It is not merely ordinary wood. Despite Konoha conducting numerous experiments since Senju Hashirama, with only Orochimaru succeeding in human experimentation resulting in Yamato, the power of Yamato's Wood Release still pales in comparison to Senju Hashirama's.

"Amazing..."

Seeing Yu easily shattering his own Wood Release with a wave of his hand, the young Yamato couldn't help but show a hint of admiration in his eyes.

Thread Bind!!

However, as he reacted, he noticed that countless tornado-like threads had inexplicably appeared in the air around his body.

So fast!

He didn't even see him forming hand seals!

Yamato was surprised by the speed of Yu's attack.

Just as he was about to struggle, he felt his whole body tighten, and he was tightly bound, like a moth caught in a spider's web!

"It's over..."

All the movements were seamless. Looking at Yamato, who was bound by himself, Yu's hand radiated a burst of thunderous lightning, and the sharp and dazzling Chidori Sharp Spear was already explosively thrown out!

"Wait a moment!"

"Yu, wait!!"

Just as Yamato was about to meet his demise under Yu's thrown Chidori Sharp Spear, two urgent voices sounded simultaneously, from Kakashi beside him and Hiruzen behind Yu.

Sizzle!

Time seemed to pause at this moment. Upon hearing Kakashi and Hiruzen's voices, Yu promptly halted his movements.

However, the fierce and violent power of the Chidori Sharp Spear still sliced through the floral mask of Yamato before him, revealing a young and delicate face.

Looking to be around eleven or twelve years old, with chestnut-colored long hair and dark eyes, he surprisingly looked quite cute!

'Is this really the Wood Release uncle from the anime?!'

After clearly seeing Yamato's appearance beneath the floral mask, Yu couldn't help but crazily comment in his mind.

Indeed, compared to the worn-out appearance of the Yamato in the anime, this youthful Yamato had a delicate charm, with a hint of shyness and modesty in his expression. He truly appeared to be a handsome young man.

"Kinoe?!"

"Why are you here?!"

Seeing that Yu spared Yamato's life, Kakashi, who had just dealt with his own opponent, immediately rushed over.

In the past, Kakashi, through various encounters, came to know 'Kinoe', a Ninja belonging to the Root organization. The two developed a bond based on them both being comrades from the same village.

"It's Danzo-sama's orders..."

"Kakashi, you know... As Ninjas of the Root, we have no other choice..."

After being defeated by Yu in a single encounter, Yamato, with Kakashi running towards him, had a dim look in his eyes. As a Ninja of the Root under Danzo's control, he was destined to be unable to operate like Kakashi and others, freely in the sunlight.

"Hokage-sama, Wood Release holds an extraordinary significance for Konoha's future."

Feeling Yamato's somewhat lost gaze, Kakashi's heart trembled involuntarily. It was as if he saw Obito, who was once crushed under the Kannabi Bridge while trying to save him. Kakashi then knelt down on one knee and appealed to Hiruzen behind Yu.

"And Kinoe isn't the kind of Ninja who doesn't care about his comrades. I implore Hokage-sama to rescue him from the clutches of the Root!"

'These two guys really make a perfect pair, huh? Indeed, in the world of Naruto, the popular Kakashi, seems to have quite a few bosom buddies.'

Watching Kakashi plead with Hiruzen for the Root organization's ninja, Yamato, Yu couldn't help but silently ridicule in his heart. It's well known that, aside from Obito, who had a love-hate relationship with Kakashi throughout their lives, there's also Might Guy and the current Yamato before him. Both developed various meaningful bonds with Kakashi due to their admiration for the genius.

"I never expected that the Wood Release Ninja Konoha has been seeking for years would actually be hidden in the Root."

"Indeed, a Wood Release Ninja holds extraordinary significance for Konoha, and the Jinchuriki is gradually growing..."

Upon hearing Kakashi's request, Hiruzen nodded, and a gleam of determination shone in his cloudy eyes. "Moreover, Danzo is plotting to assassinate the Hokage. After this inauguration meeting ends, I will go to the Root and settle the score with him."

Settle the score with Danzo?

Hearing Hiruzen's stern words, Yu shrugged indifferently.

He knew Hiruzen's personality all too well, as evidenced by the recent Orochimaru defection incident. When it came to his once-beloved disciple, Hiruzen couldn't bring himself to act. Would he be able to act against a former comrade from his youth?

The reason Danzo failed as a leader was because he emphasized harsh methods without empathy, whereas Hiruzen was precisely the opposite. Hiruzen often prioritized empathy over using force, leading to a series of troubles.

Although Yu could anticipate Hiruzen's next decision, he didn't pay too much attention at this moment. He had already made up his mind long ago. After retrieving Nono, he would find the right opportunity to eliminate Danzo, uprooting the entire Root foundation of Konoha.

However, before that, in the upcoming time, Yu needed to enhance his strength to a higher level.

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