Ch-24 I can't express how satisfied I am.

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Finally, after a tense span of ten minutes, only approximately 50 skilled ninjas from both Kirigakure and Konoha remained on the battlefield.

Karan made the decision to leave his subordinates and Uchiha comrades to confront the remaining opponents.

At that precise moment, Karan's commanding presence caught the attention of Shinnoske, who swiftly approached Jinpachi with a proposition.

He uttered in a hushed tone, "You are well aware, as am I, of Uchiha Karan's formidable power. It is an insurmountable task to defeat him in a one-on-one battle. Therefore, why don't we join forces and face him together?"

Jinpachi, his face etched with skepticism, responded with a hint of disdain, "Hmph! Conquering him seems implausible, considering his previous triumph over three members of the Seven Swordsmen, eliminating two of them while they were at the pinnacle of their abilities. Moreover, we find ourselves weakened after our recent skirmish. Do you genuinely believe we stand a chance? Uchiha Karan himself stated it: either you are a fool or pretend to be one."

In the distance, Uchiha Karan continued his steady approach. He paused, clutching his Katana tightly, as a swirling aura of thunder enveloped his being.

Suddenly, with a forceful stomp, the ground beneath him fractured under the sheer intensity of Thunder Breathing's First Form: Godspeed.

In a flash, he vanished from sight, leaving behind nothing but a streak of electric blue light.

Jinpachi's battle-honed instincts instantly kicked in, prompting him to swiftly raise his sword in anticipation of the imminent danger.

Just as he assumed his defensive stance, Karan materialized before him, the clash of their blades sending reverberations through the air.

Although Jinpachi managed to evade direct harm from Karan's ferocious strike, the sheer impact propelled him backward, his feet sliding against the unforgiving terrain until he collided forcefully with a massive stone structure.

Shinnoske seized the opportunity at hand and skillfully unleashed the formidable Earth Release: Fist Rock Technique, launching a powerful attack.

Not one to back down, Karan's determination surged as he tightly clenched his fist, channeling the Earth Release: Earth Spear.

As his hand transformed into a dark manifestation, an aura of Chakra enveloped it, intensifying its impact.

With unwavering resolve, Karan delivered a resounding punch towards Shinnoske.

In an explosive clash, the force of their colliding fists reverberated through the air, shattering the rock covering Shinnoske's hand into countless fragments while leaving his own hand grievously broken.

Grimacing in pain, Shinnoske cradled his shattered hand, his astonishment evident as he uttered in disbelief, " Chakra Enhanced Strength! But how is this even possible?"

Maintaining his composure, Karan responded with a serene expression, his voice resonating with confidence, "Why would it be deemed impossible? Even someone as skilled as myself, who comprehends the mechanics of this Chakra Enhanced Strength, would find it challenging to master?"

Blastsword Technique: Blasting Bridle Repeating Death -

In that precise moment, Jinpachi, who had been embedded in the stone, was finally freed and unraveled a considerable length of the explosive tag roll from his Shibuki.

With deftness, he utilized it to create a cunning trap, encircling Karan in a circular motion, effectively severing any potential escape routes he might have sought.

Without wasting a second, Karan swiftly clapped his hands together, summoning the power of Water Release: Water Formation Pillar.

In an instant, a towering pillar of water enveloped his entire form, shielding him from the imminent explosion.

As the fiery energy of the explosive tags subsided, both Jinpachi and Shinnoske observed with bated breath, their eyes fixated on the outcome.

Yet, to their dismay, Karan emerged unscathed, his breathing slightly labored due to the exhaustive exertion of his chakra.

With a composed demeanor, Karan steadied himself, firmly gripping his katana as he assumed a battle-ready stance.

In a fluid motion, he executed the Thunder Breathing First Form: Thunderclap and Flash.

Like a bolt of lightning, he vanished from his original position, reappearing with uncanny swiftness directly behind Jinpachi.

In a mesmerizing display of precision, he sheathed his katana in one swift motion, causing Jinpachi's head to be forcefully severed from his body.

The headless remnants tumbled to the ground in separate trajectories, an unsettling sight that left Shinnoske trembling and instinctively clutching his own neck, consumed by a wave of cold sweat.

This time, Jinpachi found himself unable to react swiftly to Uchiha Karan's swift maneuver.

He had already sustained injuries from the impactful collision with a large stone, leaving him in a weakened state.

Moreover, his last technique had drained his chakra reserves, leaving him devoid of the energy necessary to mount a defense.

Consequently, Jinpachi's inability to react effectively led to his demise.

Shinnoske instinctively took a step backward, each movement mirroring Karan's advance.

He felt compelled to assert his identity, exclaiming, "You are well aware of my father's identity; rest assured, you will not escape unpunished," with unwavering determination in his voice.

Karan, taken aback by Shinnoske's words, "I wasn't expecting you to come anyway. I thought maybe the son of Koharu or Homura would come to the rescue, but it's you. I can't express how satisfied I am," retorted Karan with a smile etched upon his face.

It was the first time Karan had displayed any sign of amusement throughout their arduous battle.

Yet, for Shinnoske, that smile bore the unmistakable aura of the devil, a sinister harbinger of his impending doom.

With his chakra almost depleted and his hand fractured, Shinnoske realized that resorting to ninjutsu would prove futile in his confrontation with Karan.

Faced with insurmountable odds, he grasped his final option—biting his finger and summoning forth his contracted ape.

Though he couldn't summon Enma, the ape with whom he had forged a bond was still at his disposal.

However, before Shinnoske could complete the summoning, Karan swiftly swung his katana, severing Shinnoske's hand, prematurely ending his desperate attempt.

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