You guys went first!

Chapter 79 You guys went first!

What's the point of reasoning with the Uchiha?

This simple truth, which even Hashirama Senju could understand, was something that Hiruzen Sarutobi and other members of the Konoha ninja clan simply couldn't grasp.

Do not!

Looking at Sarutobi Asuma and Hatake Kakashi rushing towards him at high speed, Uchiha Jin revealed a mocking smile.

They weren't unaware; they were simply afraid...

Fear of one's own weakness!

Whoosh!Whoosh!Whoosh!

The subtle noise of the wind-attribute chakra rubbing together became increasingly piercing, followed by the sharp aura unique to chakra metal, which dragged Asuma's seemingly bulky but actually explosive body in an instant.

Although Kakashi had not discussed tactics with Asuma beforehand, his years of tacit understanding and skillful combat experience meant that the two kunai in his hands had already locked down Uchiha Jin's escape route.

Up and down, left and right!

Completely lock down all of Uchiha Jin's forward and backward angles!

however.

Three scarlet tomoe had already appeared in Uchiha Jin's eye sockets, and everything in front of him seemed to stand still under the Sharingan's powerful dynamic vision.

The so-called seamless cooperation and lightning speed would be impossible for an ordinary person to avoid; only absolute force could forcefully break through the blockade.

and so!

Susanoo?

snort~

Despite it being a fierce battle between life and death, a hint of excited smile quietly appeared in Uchiha Jin's eyes.

Amidst the interwoven net of wind and lightning chakra blades, Uchiha Jin merely shifted his body slightly to the side, and with a single grasp, he seized the wrists of Asuma and Kakashi.

Then, without hesitation, he pulled it outwards!

"What?!"

"What?!"

Incredulous looks appeared in Asuma and Kakashi's eyes, but before they could react, they were pulled together by an irresistible force.

Before the two could fully experience the pain from the immense force, their feet simultaneously struck Asuma and Kakashi in the chest, sending them crashing to the ground and sliding for over ten meters.

After several rolls to dissipate the force, the two, both possessing the qualities of elite Jonin, struggled to stop themselves by sticking their kunai into the ground and using the strong friction to barely maintain their balance.

"What incredible speed! What terrifying power!"

Asuma and Kakashi, who had calmed down a bit, exchanged a glance and instantly shared the intelligence they had gathered.

It is definitely not the body of an ordinary person. Even a master of physical combat like Might Guy would not have such terrifying physical strength.

They also sensed Uchiha Jin's contempt for them, a complete disregard for them, as if an old man were toying with children.

That's exactly what happened.

Uchiha Jin, who had kicked the two men away, did not press his advantage. He simply stood there calmly and beckoned with a contemptuous finger.

"Come on, let's keep dancing!"

"Kakashi!"

A resolute glint flashed in Asuma's eyes. He turned and exchanged a glance with Kaka before gripping the chakra blade, which was fused with the hilt, and charged forward once more.

Chakra Blade: Shinichimonji!

As a large amount of wind-style chakra was injected into the chakra blade in his hand, two chakra blades emitting blue light instantly sprang out.

Asuma's skillful use of Konoha-style body sculpting techniques once again launched a fierce attack on Uchiha Jin, weaving a dense net of sword light amidst the crisscrossing blades.

but.

Even with Asuma alone, despite having chakra blades that increased his attack range and a burst of chakra that enhanced his attack speed, he still appeared vulnerable under the Sharingan's powerful dynamic vision.

Amidst the blade's sharp light, capable of slicing through iron like mud, Uchiha Jin moved with the grace of a butterfly, his body swaying slightly as he narrowly avoided each attack.

Although they were always just a little short, everyone who understood knew that this seemingly insignificant little bit represented a terrifying gap, like an insurmountable chasm.

Only Asuma's sword light, disordered by rage, could be deflected by Uchiha Jin as easily as brushing off dust.

This goes beyond mere physical prowess; it is a combat skill honed through countless battles.

"hateful!"

This almost humiliating teasing intensified the anger in Asuma's eyes, but the icy coldness deep within them remained as chilling as ever.

it's time!

As the countdown in Asuma's mind reached zero, Asuma abruptly stopped and retreated, beginning to form hand seals as he slid backward.

Fire Release: Ash Pile Burning!

A cloud of hot ash was exhaled from Asuma's mouth, and a large amount of ash, like a cannonball, pressed down on the direction where Uchiha Jin was located.

"Is this the only Fire Release technique that can hit the enemy?"

Feeling the intense heat of the cigarette ash hitting him, and sensing the fire-attribute chakra that Asuma was about to use for ignition, a playful glint appeared in Uchiha Jin's eyes.

Yes.

Asuma's attack was not as simple as it had been; the previous net-like blade of light was merely intended to confuse Uchiha Jin's vision.

The thick smoke produced by Fire Release: Ash Pile Burning, and the violent explosion that was about to detonate, were also like this. Faced with the Sharingan's almost impeccable dynamic vision, Asuma and Kakashi both knew that pure taijutsu attacks were completely ineffective.

The ash obscures vision, the explosion of fire chakra disrupts perception, and there's also the Chidori Lightning Blade that has been secretly building up for a long time!

As the fire-attribute chakra ignited the ash of the cigarette at an infinitely high temperature, a blinding flame suddenly burst forth!

Like the loud cries of a thousand birds and the flashes of lightning in all directions, the world was simultaneously illuminated by firelight.

"Damn it!"

Uchiha Jin had always thought he wasn't interested in fighting, and that overwhelming the opponent was the safest approach he had ever considered. But it wasn't until this moment that he suddenly realized this.

A satisfied smile flashed in Uchiha Jin's eyes, reflecting the feeling of dancing on the edge of a knife and leaping back and forth between life and death.

but……

You were the ones who used ninjutsu first!

With his heart somewhat suppressed by the smoke and firelight, Uchiha Jin crossed his arms in front of him, yearning for the blue sky and white jade to soothe his soul.

Fire Release: Great Fire Annihilation!

A massive amount of fire-attribute chakra transformed into scorching flames within his body, which were then exhaled from his mouth by Uchiha Jin, accompanied by his breath towards the front of him.

The powerful firestorm turned the surroundings into a sea of ​​fire, crashing down on everything in front of Uchiha Jin like a tsunami.

"not good!"

Asuma and Kakashi, who had originally intended to join forces to kill Uchiha Jin, immediately stopped what they were doing. Along with the ANBU ninjas who rushed over after sensing the intense fluctuations, both groups of people began to form hand seals and cast spells at the same time.

Yin-si-Yin-si-Yin-si!

Water Escape·Water Formation Wall!

It was clearly just a simple B-rank fire-style ninjutsu, but with the terrifying power of Uchiha Jin, it took two ninja teams combined to use water-style techniques to barely stop it.

Asuma and Kakashi, realizing all this, broke out in a cold sweat and realized a terrifying conclusion.

What kind of monster are we facing?!

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(End of this chapter)