Chapter 242 : Weaklings??

Through the screen, every ninja felt the overwhelming pressure emanating from Susanoo and the colossal Nine Tails, making it hard to draw breath.

Yet, it was Isshiki's Statement and look of disappointment that shocked everyone.

In this moment, such a stark contrast brought about an almost surreal sense of division.

But could a powerhouse like Ōtsutsuki Isshiki truly be megalomaniac?

It stood in stark contrast to all previous displays by the other party!

Moreover, Isshiki remained composed, not even revealing a hint of panic.

As the confrontation approached, many ninjas felt a sinking feeling in their hearts.

Even Uchiha Madara wore a grim expression.

*Om!*

The air quivered.

Susanoo drew a massive longsword, pulsating with intense energy vibrations!

Like lightning amidst dark clouds, the sword transformed into a purple streak, hurtling towards its target!

Yet, unexpectedly, Isshiki ascended into the air, meeting the sword's attack head-on!

Was Isshiki attempting suicide?!

Of course not!

As the colossal longsword neared the small figure at a blistering pace, Isshiki's speed surged once more!

In that split second, he effortlessly evaded the blade, seeming to dance upon its edge, twisting his lithe form and landing securely upon the sword!

In mere moments, Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's confidence was on full display!

Off-screen, Jiraiya and Minato exchanged looks, both harboring deep concern in their eyes.

Isshiki surpassed Kaguya in strength without succumbing to arrogance.

He was an exceedingly formidable foe!

The battle raged on!

Perched upon the longsword and ascending, Naruto's assault was imminent.

The Nine Tails, akin to a blazing sun, unleashed terrifying energy from its maw, hurtling towards its target like a laser!

Yet, with a mere rotation of his body, the attack was dodged in milliseconds!

However, Naruto's strike was merely a feint. In that instant of evasion, he had already discerned all possible positions, and his nine tails struck like razor-sharp blades!

*Whoosh!*

The air pierced, echoing with a sharp explosion.

With a sneer curling his lips, his body transformed into a slender afterimage!

(His speed doubled once again!)

[Naruto's assaults proved futile, despite blocking every angle!]

[Before the attack could land, Isshiki had already shifted his position!]

[The onslaught persisted, with Isshiki effortlessly evading or deflecting attacks, sometimes using his black rod to counter strikes, occasionally dispersing small Tailed Beast Bombs with his bare hands!]

[He effortlessly danced through every move, leaving Naruto and Sasuke's mountain-shattering assaults ineffective!]

[Each evasion seemed effortless, akin to choreographed theatrics for the duo!]

[Yet, perhaps due to an oversight from prolonged swordplay, a gap emerged after one evasion!]

[Sasuke, with his Sharingan, exploited this opportunity, swiftly twisting Isshiki's arm with overwhelming force capable of rending mountains and rivers in a single blow!]

[Boom!]

[The ground shook violently, a massive crevice snaking along the path of the strike, dust billowing into the sky!]

This newfound success sent countless ninjas into jubilation!

The preceding battle had been disheartening, akin to toying with a child!

A disgrace to ninja-kind!

Now, having been humbled due to his hubris, relief washed over them!

In the next moment.

Whoosh.

The wind swept across the scene, dispersing not just the dust but also the smiles from everyone's faces.

All the ninjas stared at the scene in disbelief,

[As the dust cleared, Isshiki stood atop the massive long blade, unscathed!]

[His hands tucked behind him, his attire immaculate without a crease in his jumpsuit.]

[The so-called opening just moments ago was a deliberate ruse, the slash failing to land a hit.]

[In the following moment, he glanced up at the colossal purple figure without a hint of pressure, a smile playing on his lips:]

["Is this the Susanoo, a legacy of the Uchiha clan? Impressive in defense, but lacking in speed, wouldn't you say?"]

[Sasuke froze for an instant, before he could react, Isshiki had closed the distance, now standing just meters away.]

[Oh no!]

[Sasuke's instincts screamed a warning, as he raised Susano's arm in a desperate attempt to defend!]

[But it's already too late!]

(Isshiki surged forward like a heavy artillery shell, effortlessly penetrating Susa's formidable defense and delivering a swift kick to Sasuke!)

[Boom!!!]

(A breathtaking spectacle unfolds!)

[Susanoo, revered as the epitome of invincibility, is sent flying with a single kick, exploding like purple fireworks!]

[Simultaneously, Sasuke crashes to the ground, his limbs sprouting black rods that anchor him to the earth!]

This fleeting moment leaves countless ninjas dumbfounded!

This is Susano, impervious to attacks in every recorded instance, rendering ninjutsu as futile as brushing off lint!

Yet it's brought to its knees by a mere kick!

Had Susano not absorbed most of the impact, Sasuke would've been reduced to a crimson mist!

Terrifying indeed, surpassing Momoshiki in dreadfulness!

Countless ninjas grow increasingly despondent as the implications sink in!

[The unmistakable sound of a sonic boom reverberates through the air.]

(A sonic boom erupts from Isshiki's form, propelling him dozens of meters into the air in an instant, aiming to strike Sasuke down!)

[But in the next breath, Sasuke's right eye widens, unleashing the power of his Rinnegan with a glance!]

[In the blink of an eye, Isshiki and Sasuke swap places, hurtling towards the ground!]

[Amenotekikara!]

[This is Sasuke's Rinnegan ability, capable of instantaneous activation, altering the positions of himself and whatever he fixates on in his line of sight!]

[Meanwhile, at that precise moment, Naruto brandishes his nine tails like a colossal hammer, bringing it crashing down!]

(The ground quakes, yet moments later, nine massive black spikes erupt forth, firmly pinning down the nine tails!)

[Seizing the opportunity while Naruto is occupied, a figure swiftly closes in beneath him!]

[Moving like a wraith!]

(The speed of a single technique forms a blur!)

[In the next instant, mirroring the prior scene, the head of the Nine Tails is sent flying, Naruto coughs up blood, and he too is launched into the air!]

Once again, this kick strikes at the very core of every ninja's being, instilling terror and shattering their resolve!

In this moment, the denizens of the Hokage realm finally comprehend.

There's no deceit, no boastfulness, just an incontrovertible truth laid bare!

For in Isshiki's eyes, Naruto and Sasuke... truly stand as weaklings!

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