166 Ch-166 Honestly capture Ten-tails.

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"Damn it, can he even destroy the Sealing Phantom Dragons?" Konan exclaimed, frustration evident in her voice as she observed the unfolding battle.

"It shouldn't be that much of a surprise. I thought that maybe these Sealing Phantom Dragons would be able to harm Jiryoku. These Phantom Dragons won't be destroyed by Jiryoku, but it seems that I was thinking too simply," Itachi explained, his eyes narrowing as he analyzed the situation.

"We can't give up just yet; we need to continue trying," urged the 'Deva Path.' With determination in its eyes, the 'Deva Path' swiftly executed its plan. It unleashed the 'Demonic Statue Chains,' strategically attacking Jiryoku from multiple directions, aiming to exploit any weaknesses in the formidable opponent's defenses.

And Jiryoku also didn't act foolishly; he refrained from relying solely on a gravity barrier for defense because he knew, with certainty, that these 'Demonic Statue Chains' possessed formidable power that a mere 'gravity barrier' couldn't withstand.

However, this challenge wasn't insurmountable for Jiryoku in destroying the 'Demonic Statue Chains.' Just as he had discerned the 'line of death' in the Phantom Dragon, Jiryoku demonstrated a keen eye, identifying the same vulnerability in these 'Demonic Statue Chains.' With remarkable speed and agile movements, he systematically dismantled the chains one by one. The precision of his strikes, focusing on the identified 'line of death,' allowed him to effortlessly neutralize the threat posed by the 'Demonic Statue Chains.'

Jiryoku, bathed in the aftermath of the annihilated 'Demonic Statue Chains,' turned his gaze toward Nagato and the others. With a confident tone, he remarked, "It seems you've exhausted every effort, yet none of it could pose a threat to me. Now, let's bring an end to this futile conflict."

Positioning himself before the imposing 'Gedo Statue,' Jiryoku refrained from assaulting the 'Deva Path' and the others. Instead, his discerning eyes identified two ominous 'lines of death' etched upon the colossal structure. Swiftly unsheathing his sword, he honed in on one of the lethal lines and executed a precise cut. As anticipated, the 'Gedo Statue' commenced its demise, disintegrating from the exact point where Jiryoku severed the 'line of death' with his razor-sharp blade.

The unfolding spectacle left Obito in a state of horror, his voice echoing a desperate cry, "NO!"

For Obito, anything can happen, but the 'Gedo Statue' can never be destroyed because it is the key to his elaborate plan. Obito was not the only one affected; there was another person even more heartbroken than Obito, and that person was none other than 'Black Zetsu.' Black Zetsu had meticulously orchestrated this plan for almost a thousand years with the sole purpose of resurrecting his mother, weaving a complex web of manipulation and deception. Now, if the statue is destroyed, his mother will never be unsealed, and the carefully laid groundwork for her resurrection will crumble.

Nagato and Konan, while also experiencing sadness and despair, couldn't match the profound emotional turmoil faced by Obito and Black Zetsu.

Itachi, although outwardly expressionless, harbored a sense of satisfaction at witnessing the destruction of the 'Gedo Statue.' He understood the immense power held by the statue, and the potential consequences if it were to fall into the hands of a single individual. Aware of the catastrophic implications, Itachi found solace in the fact that this potent force was now rendered inert.

"It won't get destroyed, right?" thought Jiryoku.

The primary reason Jiryoku launched an assault on the 'Gedo Statue' was his awareness of its substantial vitality. With the objective of testing the statue's resilience, he aimed to determine if it could be destroyed. However, a nagging intuition lingered in his heart, suggesting that the 'Gedo Statue' was impervious to destruction. This conviction stemmed from the fact that if Asura could regenerate himself following Jiryoku's onslaughts, the 'Gedo Statue,' endowed with vitality far surpassing Asura's, must possess the capacity for effortless self-healing.

True to Jiryoku's expectations, the 'Gedo Statue' did not disappoint. His meticulous calculations bore fruit, and the 'Gedo Statue,' on the brink of destruction, initiated a rapid healing process. Astonishingly, it swiftly reverted to its pristine state, devoid of any discernible damage. The flawless recovery underscored the indestructible nature of the 'Gedo Statue,' leaving Jiryoku to marvel at its resilience.

Obito, Nagato, and Konan collectively breathed sighs of relief, sharing a momentary respite. Jiryoku, too, felt a sense of relief, understanding the pivotal nature of the 'Gedo Statue' to his mission. After all, his objective was to eliminate Kaguya, and the intact 'Gedo Statue' played a crucial role in achieving that goal. If it were to be destroyed, a significant hurdle to the mission's success would arise.

Finally, seizing the moment, Jiryoku spoke, "Now that each of you has given your best effort, is there anything else you wish to attempt? If not, then proceed with your designated tasks—capturing the tailed beasts. Be mindful of the boundaries to cross and those to respect. With a sense of tranquillity, continue the process of resurrecting the ten-tails."

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