Playing Chess

Faced with the sudden enemy, Fengtian quickly entered combat mode, his eyes flashing with the light of the [Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan], ready to deal with any unexpected situation at any time.

"No need to kill, just delay!"

"I need some time, could you buy me three minutes..."

Kakuzu nodded, and his figure instantly transformed into a black shadow, swiftly traversing the night sky, constantly attacking approaching enemies with black lines.

At the same time, his four [Earth Grudge Fear] were releasing large amounts of chakra beams, forcing back the ninjas who were constantly approaching Fengtian.

As a former member of Takigakure, even the ruthless Kakuzu was unwilling to slaughter his former comrades at this moment.

At least not now…

Obito stayed close behind Fengtian, his right eye radiating a faint aura of [Kamui], ready to take Fengtian into the [Kamui Space] to hide at any time.

However, the ninjas of Takigakure did not back down. Instead, they attacked Fengtian and the others with even greater rage, as if they wanted to unleash all their hatred on them.

"Kakuzu! You heinous traitor! How dare you collude with outsiders to assassinate Lord Takikage!"

"Your crime is unforgivable! Your head must be used to atone for Lord Takikage's sins!"

During the fierce battle, several elite ninjas of the Takigakage instantly recognized Kakuzu.

Upon seeing Takikage's body, their anger intensified!

Each move was aimed at Kakuzu's vital points, unleashing powerful ninjutsu attacks in an attempt to kill him!

Despite the overwhelming and furious attacks from the Takigakure ninjas, Kakuzu showed no fear whatsoever.

His figure moved like a ghost on the battlefield, each movement perfectly avoiding the enemy's fatal blow.

At the same time, his black lines, like the tentacles of death, wove into an impenetrable net in the air, blocking the ninjas who tried to break through the defenses one by one.

"A bunch of fools, did you really think I couldn't kill you?!"

Kakuzu snorted coldly, his tone full of disdain and mockery.

He was not a bloodthirsty person, but faced with these ninjas whose eyes were blinded by hatred, he had no choice but to show his strength.

"I, Kakuzu, have killed countless people in my life and have never feared death, but today, I do not want my blood to stain this land."

Kakuzu's voice was deep and powerful, each word carrying immense force, causing the surrounding air to tremble.

However, the ninjas of Takigakure were not having any of it. Their attacks became increasingly fierce, with all sorts of ninjutsu appearing one after another, as if they wanted to drown Kakuzu in this sea of ​​rage.

Seeing this, Obito's right eye shone brightly with Kamui. He stared intently at the enemies attempting to break through Kakuzu's defenses, ready to activate a space-time ninjutsu at any moment to bring Fengtian into the Kamui dimension for safety.

Fengtian stood still, his Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan observing every detail of the battlefield, silently calculating the time in his mind.

He knew that these three minutes were crucial to the next steps of the plan.

Finally, as those decisive three minutes quietly arrived, Fengtian's voice boomed across the battlefield like thunder:

"Kakuzu! Come to my side immediately!"

Upon hearing this, Kakuzu finally felt relieved.

He knew this was their perfect chance to escape.

Without the slightest hesitation, he gritted his teeth and, relying on his indomitable will and astonishing strength, withstood countless ninjutsu attacks, like a warrior fighting a bloody battle, and approached Fengtian step by step.

Let's go!

Fengtian's voice rang out again, brief and powerful.

As he finished speaking, an unprecedented power of cause and effect surged forth from the reverse cause and effect, instantly filling the entire battlefield.

This force seems to possess the magical power to turn the world upside down and reverse cause and effect.

Under the effect of "reversing cause and effect," Fengtian, Kakuzu, and Obito seemed to be enveloped by an invisible force, instantly disappearing without a trace from the sight of the Takigakure ninjas.

On the battlefield, only a scene of devastation and shocked ninjas remained.

They stared wide-eyed at what was happening before them in disbelief.

Some ninjas even wondered if they were dreaming; it was all too bizarre and unbelievable.

"What...what's going on?!"

"Where...where did they go?!"

The ninjas exchanged bewildered glances, their hearts filled with doubt and fear. They had never seen such a bizarre ability, one that seemed capable of reversing cause and effect and erasing all existence.

However, at that moment, something unexpected happened to everyone present!

The supposedly dead Takikage slowly rose to his feet, coldly staring at the numerous Takigakure ninja before him as if nothing had happened!

If Kakuzu were to see this scene, he would surely be extremely shocked!

Because he could never have imagined that this seemingly righteous old man had also learned the secret technique of Takigakure Village—[Earth Grudge Fear]!

The reason he was able to be resurrected is because, like Kakuzu, he also possesses multiple hearts!

However, Kakuzu's black lines just happened to miss the other crucial heart!

This is also the truth behind Takikage's ability to be resurrected!

The sudden resurrection of Takigakure was like a bolt from the blue, leaving all the Takigakure ninjas present speechless with shock.

They stared wide-eyed in disbelief at the leader who, who should have been dead, now stood before them coldly, as if he had returned from hell.

"Takikage-sama!"

"Lord Takikage, we are late in our rescue efforts. Please punish us severely!"

The ninjas knelt down one after another, expressing their respect and remorse.

However, Takikage simply raised his hand slowly, stopping their commotion.

His eyes were deep and cold, as if they could see into the deepest secrets of people's hearts.

The ninjas looked at each other, their hearts filled with confusion and doubt.

They didn't understand why Lord Takikage would be resurrected under such circumstances, nor did they understand what he meant by "as expected".

Takikage's gaze swept over everyone, finally settling on the ravaged battlefield.

He frowned slightly, as if he was thinking about something.

"Kakuzu, I had already sensed your betrayal. I just never expected you to collude with outsiders to deal with me."

Takikage's tone carried a hint of reproach, but more than that, it reflected a complex emotion.

Then, a cane appeared in his hand, and he slowly wandered around the messy place.

Finally, a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes, and his words became incredibly sharp:

"You guys are quite impressive; you forced me to make such a risky move, which makes me take you seriously!"

"but…"

"Next, it's my turn to play chess..."