“Trying to compete with me in taijutsu?”
Sasuke sneered. He wasn’t foolish enough to fight on his opponent’s terms. With a stomp, he parried Yukigetsu’s kunai and quickly retreated, forming hand seals as he did so.
Poof, poof, poof.
Four clones appeared instantly. Without hesitation, Sasuke’s figure blurred as he launched a fierce attack with the help of his clones.
Bang, bang, bang!
Sasuke’s blurry figures surrounded Yukigetsu like a storm. Punches, elbows, kicks, and knees—each attack was relentless and targeted Yukigetsu’s vital points. Occasionally, the glint of kunai flashed, with the sound of metal clashing and sparks flying, capturing everyone’s attention.
Wow.
The audience gasped at the ferocity of Sasuke’s sudden onslaught. His speed was unmatched, and his attacks alternated between real and feigned, far more intense than his bout with Naruto. His combat prowess was indeed impressive.
The excitement on Chōji and Ino’s faces faded, replaced by worry. They realized that Sasuke was indeed a genius, capable of maximizing his potential with the simplest techniques.
“Don’t worry, he won’t be defeated that easily.”
Shikamaru, now fully alert, watched the battle intently. After a moment, he smiled faintly. With his keen intellect, he noticed that despite Sasuke’s aggressive assault, Yukigetsu remained calm at the center of the storm, easily handling each move.
Many eyes followed Yukigetsu’s flowing windbreaker. Whether evading or countering, he effortlessly thwarted Sasuke’s attacks. It seemed he could predict all of Sasuke’s hidden moves.
Sasuke’s deceptive substitution techniques, confusing clone swaps, and even disguise tactics were all seen through, failing to land a single hit.
“No wonder he’s from the Foundation.”
In the central stand, the Third Hokage’s cloudy eyes shone with admiration as he watched.
“Yukigetsu remains calm under pressure, with combat experience rivaling seasoned ninjas,” Kakashi nodded with pride. “Lacking chakra can be overcome with training, but such a mature mindset is rare.”
Asuma, also sharp-eyed, commented, “His mind is sharp, avoiding using chakra unnecessarily. He attacks Sasuke’s weakest points to conserve energy. However, the constant defense won’t win him the fight.”
The Third Hokage and Kurenai slightly nodded in agreement. The current situation confirmed Asuma’s assessment. But would Yukigetsu remain on the defensive?
Swish!
Amidst the shadows, Yukigetsu suddenly appeared to Sasuke’s right, delivering a lightning-fast kick that precisely struck Sasuke’s swift-moving figure.
Bang!
A dull sound echoed as the clones vanished. Sasuke staggered back, his upper garment torn from Yukigetsu’s earlier strike.
“What a precise and fast Body Flicker Technique!”
A sharp-eyed ninja immediately recognized the brilliance of Yukigetsu’s move. The Body Flicker Technique differed from teleportation, relying on high-speed movement. It was difficult to control and drained chakra quickly, making it rarely used in combat.
Yukigetsu’s calm and precise use of the technique to break the deadlock was impressive.
Exclamations erupted around the platform. Villagers and students were astonished, not expecting Yukigetsu to counter Sasuke’s fierce assault so effectively.
“You!”
Sasuke’s expression turned dark, glaring at Yukigetsu. Taking a deep breath, he gathered his chakra.
The ninjas in the audience began to murmur, sensing Sasuke’s chakra level nearing that of a Chūnin. Such natural talent was truly enviable.
The noise outside the arena quickly subsided as tension rose. Unlike Naruto, who relied on brute force, Sasuke’s calculated use of chakra signaled a serious turn in the battle, indicating the start of a ninjutsu showdown.
Chakra quantity and control would be crucial. In the eyes of the audience, Yukigetsu, with his limited chakra, seemed at a disadvantage.
However, his expression remained unchanged as he spun the kunai in his right hand and held it defensively.
Bang, bang, bang.
In the next moment, he and Sasuke clashed again.
This time, Sasuke quickly leaped into the air after a brief exchange, throwing several shurikens around Yukigetsu, appearing to trap him.
Yukigetsu’s eyes shifted, swiftly deflecting one of the shurikens with his kunai to create an opening.
Sasuke smirked in mid-air, forming hand seals without looking at the result: Snake, Ram, Monkey, Boar, Horse, Tiger…
Poof, poof, poof, poof…
The shurikens had attached explosive tags, which ignited and exploded, forcing Yukigetsu to return to his original position.
By this time, Sasuke had finished his meticulously prepared ninjutsu. Gathering chakra in his throat, he unleashed it in a burst.
“Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!”
With a flash of flame, the fireball from Sasuke’s mouth rapidly expanded. The once palm-sized flame swelled into a massive fireball, looming over Yukigetsu and heating the surrounding air, increasing Sasuke’s imposing presence.
Around the platform, everyone watched with tense expressions. Sasuke had used all his chakra to create such a powerful fireball, intending to end the battle with one strike.
Hinata and Ino stared intently at the arena, faces full of tension. Even Shikamaru’s gaze became serious. Sasuke’s power could rival elite Chūnin in the village.
“Let’s see how you handle this with your limited chakra!”
Sasuke smirked as the giant fireball roared down.
Whoosh!
The fireball moved swiftly, appearing above Yukigetsu almost instantly. The fierce wind from the fireball ruffled Yukigetsu’s clothes and hair, but his deep eyes showed no panic.
“Do you really think you can defeat me with one move?”
Yukigetsu’s lips curled into a cold smile as the fireball neared.
“You’re not that capable.”
Yukigetsu swiftly raised his hands, forming seals as his chakra surged within him, gathering at his throat.
“This chakra level…”
In the central stand, the Third Hokage, Asuma, and the others showed surprise.
“Chūnin-level?!”
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