: Annihilation of the Rain Ninja Squad! Loot: Water Barrier!

In just a second, Mikami Yu appeared behind the group of Rain Ninja, releasing a ninjutsu that he had already completed hand seals through a thicket of bushes:

"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!!!"

boom--!!!

A massive fireball appeared again, hurtling towards the four ninjas who had just turned around, their faces still filled with horror! The terrifying heat wave distorted the surrounding air!

"spread--"

The two fastest-reacting members of the Rain Ninja used Body Flicker Technique to dodge while simultaneously forming hand seals: "Water Release..."

Before they could even unleash their water-based techniques,

Yu Mikami vanished from his spot, replaced by Kakashi, whose hand seals were already complete. Facing the massive fireball about to collide with the enemy, Kakashi took a deep breath and shouted, "Wind Release: Great Breakthrough!!!"

call--!!!!

In an instant, the already enormous fireball, amplified by the violent wind release, suddenly expanded to more than double its original size! It resembled a small sun nearly ten meters in diameter rising up, its color changing from orange-red to a dazzling, blazing white!

[Fireball Technique: Ahhh! That's awesome! Go, little mistress! That's it! Let everyone witness my power! (She dances excitedly in the sea of ​​fire)]

[Fireball Jutsu: Affection +2! Current Affection: 93/100 (Affection)]

This tactic is actually somewhat similar to that of Minato Namikaze.

They approach in an instant, delivering a fatal blow before the enemy can react.

Although Mikami Yu's "Substitution Jutsu" isn't as fast as "Flying Thunder God Technique," and neither he nor Kakashi possesses the same exceptional reflexes as Minato Namikaze, the fortunate thing is that their opponents are only a few Chunin. In a normal fight, the outcome would be uncertain, but now, with their strategic mindset against the unsuspecting...

This scene was a nightmare for the three Rain Ninja!

"...Water Release: Water Chaos Waves!"

"Water Release·Water Formation Wall!"

The two Rain Ninjas released their Water Release techniques at the last moment, but they failed to counteract the onslaught of heat. Instead, they created a large amount of high-temperature water vapor in the air, causing the Rain Ninjas to be scalded and lose their vision, resulting in a brief period of panic.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Kakashi drew his White Fang short sword and rushed out, instantly cutting down one of the Rain Ninja.

"Ugh—!"

"My eyes!"

"Oh no, put out the fire quickly!"

At the same time that Kakashi made his move,

Yuya Mikami burst out from behind the rock where he was hiding, forming water clone seals as he ran, splitting his figure into four as he charged towards the group of Rain Ninja.

The latter hadn't reacted yet, and couldn't even immediately tell whether the attacker was a shadow clone released by one person or two. After all, both Mikami Yu and Kakashi had white hair and were of similar age and height, making them difficult to see clearly in the misty fog.

However, as well-trained ninjas, they were not so easily defeated in their fighting force, and they were still desperately trying to resist.

Yu Mikami protected his water clones in front of him, watching as two of the three clones were slashed by a Rain Ninja with a kunai and kicked away by another.

Just as his water clone dissipated, Mikami Yu clearly felt a blazing warm current emerge from within his limbs and bones, greatly increasing his strength! His speed and nerve reaction speed also leaped forward, to the point that everything around him seemed to slow down.

——【Clone Technique: One Person, One Army】!

Just as the Rain Ninja dealt with the two water clones, he saw a white figure approaching him at an almost terrifying speed, the short sword in its hand whistling through the air as it slashed down like a hammer!

clang!clang!clang!

In a panic, the Rain Ninja raised his kunai to block, but each collision sent a violent jolt through his arm and numbed his hands! He staggered backward, roaring for help from his last companion: "Damn it! Help!"

Whoosh whoosh whoosh—!

"Water Release: Water Fang Bullet!!"

The last Rain Ninja unleashed a series of ninjutsu while throwing several shuriken, attempting to block Mikami Yu's escape route. But just as he was about to be pierced through from behind by the "Water Fang Bullet," Mikami Yu's figure vanished again, reappearing behind the Rain Ninja in front of him.

"What?!"

The rain ninja was horrified when she saw the water bullet in front of her. As she tried to dodge it, she was hit in the back by another "Great Fireball" from Mikami Yu and rolled to the ground with a scream.

At this moment, Kakashi finished off his opponent and came to help. Together, the two quickly defeated all three Rain Ninja.

after that.

Mikami Yu squatted down and began rummaging through the ninja tool bags and clothes of several Rain Ninjas. He found several kunai, shuriken, a stack of explosive tags, two bags of dry rations, two swords, and a ninjutsu scroll.

[Potential target detected: "Water Release: Water Formation Wall", triggering a limited-time encounter quest!]

OK OK.

Indeed, looting corpses is the only way to get rich.

This scroll depicts the ninjutsu "Water Formation Wall" that the Rain Ninja just unleashed.

Judging from the fact that the guy probably just learned this technique recently and hasn't mastered it yet, he carries the scroll with him for easy access. Now, it's a boon for Mikami Yu. It's a pity that the other Rain Ninja's "Water Fang Bullet" didn't explode, otherwise, there would have been even more gains.

But one ninjutsu is enough; trying to do too much at once will only lead to failure. Besides, there will be opportunities to leave the village in the future.

After the looting was completed.

Yu Mikami stood up, and when he looked up, he met Kakashi's scrutinizing eyes.

"Just now... what was that spell that instantly switched our positions?"

"You mean that? It's a ninjutsu that I figured out and developed myself. It's called 'My Own Substitution Technique,' an advanced version of 'Substitution Technique.' It allows me to instantly swap places with a pre-set object within a certain range. However, it has many limitations."

"for example?"

"The range is only about forty meters, no more than that. And the chakra consumption is several times that of a normal substitution jutsu. Just now, after switching with you, plus the times I used to dodge and attack before, I feel like my chakra is almost depleted, and I'm even a little dizzy."

Mikami Yu deliberately stated that the distance was reduced by half and exaggerated the chakra consumption.

After all, information about ninjutsu is a closely guarded secret for every ninja, and even teammates generally don't reveal it easily. However, Kakashi is quite reliable, and Mikami Yu intends to use this method to gain some of his trust, laying the groundwork for learning his techniques later.

Kakashi was silent for a few seconds, his deadpan eyes revealing little emotion. Then he spoke, "The effect is amazing. However, an incompletely developed technique carries significant risks. I'll keep it a secret, but I suggest you mention it to Minato-sensei; perhaps he can help you perfect this technique."

"I'll consider it."

Yu Mikami nodded.

At this time.

Inuzuka Tsuru, carrying Fujiwara who was tied up like a dumpling and had a bruised and swollen face, and with Obito looking a little disheveled, rushed over from the other side of the forest.