strictlysupreme Chapter 643 Believe in you
Chapter 643 Believe in you
Shuimen also stepped forward and gently patted Zhang Hai on the shoulder.
“Zhang Haijun, I believe in you,” Minato said sincerely, his eyes full of encouragement. “Just do your best, we’re here for you.”
Zhang Hai nodded to the two of them again, the coldness in his heart seemingly dispelled by this small act of care. He didn't say anything more, but slowly turned around, faced Hatake Sakumo's tombstone, and bowed deeply.
"Master... Today, your disciple will seek justice for you," he said silently in his heart.
Then, Zhang Hai stood up and his gaze fell on "Shadow Spot" again.
“We can begin.” His voice was calm yet firm.
"Shadow" didn't say much. He leaped to an open space about tens of meters away from Zhang Hai. With a soft shout, the ninja sword wrapped in cloth was instantly drawn, its cold light flashing as the blade pointed directly at Zhang Hai.
The battle has begun.
Zhang Hai did not rush to attack. He simply stood still, his aura restrained to the extreme, as if blending into the surrounding night. However, beneath that seemingly calm demeanor lay a terrifying power, like a volcano about to erupt. His silver hair fluttered slightly in the night breeze, and his dark eyes were fixed intently on "Shadow Spot."
In contrast, "Shadowspot" exuded an arrogant and sharp aura. He drew his sword, the tip pointing directly at Zhang Hai, radiating the ruthless aura of someone who had been through countless battles. To onlookers, this apparent contrast made it seem as if "Shadowspot" had the upper hand, completely suppressing Zhang Hai.
Hiruzen Sarutobi stood at the edge of the barrier, his gaze sharp as he closely observed every detail of the scene. As his eyes swept over Zhang Hai, he suddenly detected a barely perceptible fluctuation of chakra.
That's... the Flying Thunder God Technique!
The Third Hokage's pupils suddenly contracted, and he abruptly looked at Minato. Minato was focused intently on the scene, seemingly unaware of the Third Hokage's gaze. However, the worry and wariness deep within his eyes did not escape the Third Hokage's notice.
"Minato..." The Third Hokage's voice was extremely low, only Minato standing next to him could hear it clearly, "When did you plant the Flying Thunder God mark on Zhang Hai?"
Shuimen froze. He didn't turn around, but answered softly, "When I patted him on the shoulder to encourage him just now... I was worried about Zhang Haijun."
Hiruzen Sarutobi's expression instantly became complicated. He was both gratified by Minato's concern for his comrade and alarmed by the impending situation.
"Remember, Minato." The Third Hokage's voice carried an unprecedented solemnity. "If the situation changes, save 'Kage Madara,' not Zhang Hai."
Minato whirled around, his face filled with shock and confusion: "Teacher?! What did you say?!"
“Zhang Hai… he wants to kill ‘Kage-Band’.” Hiruzen Sarutobi’s gaze returned to the arena, his eyes filled with sorrow. “His killing intent toward ‘Kage-Band’ is far stronger than you can imagine.”
Upon hearing this, Minato's heart skipped a beat, and he looked at the two figures in the arena in disbelief.
Just then, "Shadow Spot" launched the first attack.
His figure moved like a ghost, his ninja sword tracing deadly arcs in the night. The sword light wasn't a simple physical attack; it also contained a faint, almost imperceptible, illusory energy. Wherever the blade passed, the air seemed to be torn apart, emitting a piercing whistle, and Zhang Hai's vision blurred for a moment.
Although the illusion was not powerful, it was enough to secure a fatal blow in a rapidly changing battle.
Bound by the flashing blades and illusions, Zhang Hai's movements seemed truly restricted. He neither dodged nor retaliated, but simply stood still, as if genuinely suppressed by the "Shadow Spot's" attack.
"Now!" A fierce glint flashed in "Shadow Madara's" eyes. He accelerated suddenly, his ninja sword drawing a perfect arc in the air, carrying a terrifying power capable of cutting through steel, aiming straight for Zhang Hai's neck!
This strike was swift, accurate, and ruthless, devoid of any fancy moves, yet brimming with deadly intent.
Minato stood outside the barrier, watching "Kagemadara's" near-perfect swordsmanship, his face showing unprecedented shock. He had never imagined that "Kagemadara's" swordsmanship could be so terrifying, so sharp. The combination of that instantaneous explosive power and illusion technique even made him feel a little uneasy.
He clenched his fists instinctively, golden chakra surging across his body, ready to use the Flying Thunder God Technique at any moment to save Zhang Hai from that fatal attack.
“This swordsmanship…” The Third Hokage’s voice carried a hint of doubt, “This is… Konoha Ryuu! 'Kage Madara' can actually use Konoha Ryuu!”
Konoha Ryuu, is an extremely rare and exquisite swordsmanship in Konoha Village. In the entire village, only two people can master its essence. One is the Third Hokage himself, and the other... is Hatake Sakumo.
"'Kagemaru's' swordsmanship style is not Konoha Ryuu." The Third Hokage's gaze sharpened, a strong sense of unease and suspicion rising within him. "He couldn't possibly have mastered this swordsmanship in such a short time! This... is Danzo orchestrating it!"
Countless thoughts flashed through the Third Hokage's mind in an instant. Danzo's order for "Kage Madara" to attack Zhang Hai with the Konoha-ryu-ryu sword technique was undoubtedly an attempt to provoke Zhang Hai, even implying that "Kage Madara" was involved in the death of Hatake Sakumo. This was clearly a deliberate provocation, a ploy to kill someone using someone else's weapon!
Just as the blade of "Shadow Spot" was about to fall on Zhang Hai's neck, a sudden change occurred in the arena!
Shuimen and Zhang Hai made their moves almost simultaneously!
Minato took a sudden step forward, golden chakra forming a protective shield around his body, intending to shield Zhang Hai from the attack. However, his body inexplicably froze in place, unable to move forward an inch.
Not only Minato, but "Kagemaru" was also in the same predicament. His blade was less than an inch from Zhang Hai's neck, but his body was frozen in mid-air, as if under a spell, unable to advance even an inch further!
The air seemed to freeze at that moment. Everyone stared in shock at this bizarre scene.
"clang!"
A crisp, clear sound rang out in the silent night sky.
The White Fang Blade was drawn at this moment!
Zhang Hai's figure slid sideways with incredible speed past the "Shadow Spot" blade. The White Fang Blade in his hand, carrying a cold, silvery-white light, drew a beautiful yet deadly arc in the air.
"laugh!"
The sound of flesh being torn apart was clearly audible to everyone.