Saving Sannin

In white robes, Kazuya landed gracefully, drawing countless intense and awe-struck gazes. The scene fell into a deathly silence. Beneath their masks, the Anbu ninjas' hearts pounded wildly.

It was a miraculous flash, an incredible sight that left everyone on edge.

"Clear the battlefield," Kazuya commanded calmly. "I'm going after Orochimaru. Once you've finished, remain on guard. No need for further support."

"Yes, Captain!" the Anbu responded instinctively.

In the next moment, Kazuya disappeared, racing toward the climactic battle he couldn't afford to miss.

After Kazuya's departure, the field remained silent. The Konoha Anbu stood frozen, processing the feat they'd just witnessed.

After what felt like an eternity, one of them finally spoke, voice trembling, "The 17 rogue ninjas...gone in a second? Captain Kazuya..."

"He's terrifying," another added.

Nearby, a Hyuga Jōnin expressed his shock, "That's the Flying Thunder God Technique! The Fourth Hokage's signature move. I can't believe Captain Kazuya has mastered it!"

"He's so fast!" someone exclaimed. "Even with the Byakugan, you can't react in time!"

The Anbu's expressions turned fanatical. The Flying Thunder God Technique was legendary, associated with the revered Fourth Hokage. Seeing it again was like witnessing a rekindled flame of hope.

"Captain Kazuya..." whispered Uzuki Yugao, her eyes shining with admiration.

She wasn't alone. Even the seasoned Kurenai couldn't help but be awestruck. The blend of power, skill, and discretion was utterly captivating.

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Meanwhile, Jiraiya had caught up to Orochimaru, and the two engaged in a fierce battle.

"Fire Style: Flame Bomb!"

"Water Style: Water Dragon Bullet!"

"Needle Jizo!"

"Many Hidden Shadow Snake Hands!"

"Rasengan!"

"Orochi Utilization Technique!"

The clash was intense. Jiraiya, in Sage Mode, was overpowering, forcing Orochimaru to exert his utmost effort to avoid defeat. Despite Orochimaru's strength, facing two Kage-level opponents had taken its toll.

Desperation crept into Orochimaru's attacks, his unease growing with the thought of Kazuya's intervention.

"The White Snake uses the Technique!" Orochimaru snarled, unleashing a massive white snake that shot towards Jiraiya.

In an instant, the snake coiled around Jiraiya, who couldn't evade it.

"Needle Jizo!" Jiraiya's hair stiffened to shield him, but the snake's power still sent him flying.

Coughing up blood, Jiraiya stood, wounded but defiant. "Orochimaru, are you trying to kill me?"

Jiraiya had hoped to capture Orochimaru alive, not believing his old friend would aim to kill.

Orochimaru sneered, "Jiraiya, you're still so naive. Life is short and fragile. Your naivety will get you killed."

"It's better..." Orochimaru continued, "Let me kill you! That way, I'll remember you forever, and you'll have eternal life!"

Jiraiya looked at Orochimaru with a mix of sadness and disbelief, as if staring at a madman.

From a distance, Kazuya sighed. Orochimaru's words seemed to seal Jiraiya's fate. If only Jiraiya were more ruthless, perhaps he wouldn't meet his end at the hands of his apprentice. Yet, if he were cold-blooded, would he still be Jiraiya?

As Kazuya contemplated, golden light surged towards him.

**[You picked up 500 Chakra points]** 

**[You picked up 500 Chakra points]** 

**[You picked up 200 points of Sage energy]** 

**[You picked up 300 points of Sage energy]** 

**[You picked up 50 points of Sage talent]** 

**[You picked up 100 points of Fire Style: Flame Bomb skill experience]** 

**[You picked up 100 points of Needle Jizo skill experience]**

Kazuya reveled in the quality of his harvest—4000 Chakra points, 1500 Sage energy points, and a wealth of talents. It was truly a Kage-level battle, yielding significant rewards.

Now, both Orochimaru and Jiraiya showed signs of fatigue. Their Kage-level clash had taken a considerable toll.

"Jiraiya..." Orochimaru's voice was strained. "White Snake Technique!"

With a final burst of chakra, Orochimaru unleashed another white snake.

"Stop underestimating me!" Jiraiya roared, forming a Rasengan in his right hand. "Sage Art: Hero Rasengan!"

He aimed it at the oncoming snake, but just as he was about to strike, the Rasengan vanished. The markings on Jiraiya's face faded—Sage Mode had run out.

"Ah!?" Jiraiya's shock was palpable. Of all times, why now?

With no strength left to dodge, he was defenseless against Orochimaru's attack.

In an instant, a flash of white light appeared.

"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"

A massive fireball erupted, intercepting the white snake and saving Jiraiya from a fatal blow.