Chapter 249 : The real gamble!

In the desert, Deidara, a firm believer in explosions as art, trembled at the sight before him!

He knew what needed to be done!

In this moment, he envisioned crafting a clay statue of Naruto, capturing the exquisite moment of difference and explosion, an art piece that would stand the test of time!

["The body of Isshiki seemed as solid as stone, only to then rise and fall repeatedly, crashing to the ground and bouncing back up. The sheer force rendered him completely powerless, his body beyond his control, until he finally collided with a rock!

However, seizing the opportunity, Isshiki swiftly raised his palm as he came to a halt.

Yet, almost simultaneously, Naruto extended his arm and effortlessly caught the black sticks that suddenly materialized, firmly grasping them in his hands!

"This time, the once successful attack of Isshiki, faltered!"

Naruto adeptly intercepted the black rod, casting it aside like discarded debris.

This sight drove Isshiki into a frenzy, his anger boiling over.

"How is this possible? When did you become the wielder of such power?! The indigenous people of this primitive planet, the power they possess is an extension of the lower Kaguya lineage, yet it surpasses even the mighty Ōtsutsuki main clan member himself, which is inconceivable!"

Nevertheless, Naruto raised his palm, his eyes serene and profound like ancient wells.

"Let me show you what true enlightenment looks like!"

"Go to hell!" Isshiki roared, launching another attack.

However, Naruto effortlessly countered every blow, shattering Isshiki's physical prowess with ease, sending him hurtling through the air time and again!

Desperately soaring skyward, Isshiki pressed down with both hands, unleashing a deluge of black rods like a raging storm!

But Naruto vanished the moment the black rods descended, reappearing behind Isshiki in a flash!

It was as if Izanami itself was rewriting reality, as Isshiki was injured and was repeatedly struck by Naruto's kicks!

In a single stroke, Naruto shattered Isshiki's limits and sent him crashing onto the surface of the lake!

Whether it was the icy water or the jolt to his senses from Naruto's kick, Isshiki knelt on the lake, bewildered and disoriented.

It wasn't until Naruto materialized before him in an instant that clarity dawned in Isshiki's eyes, mingled with a trace of fear!]

This spectacle stirred the resolve of countless ninjas!

Many could discern the fear lurking in Isshiki's gaze!

This arrogant outsider was trembling in fear!

["Boom boom boom!

"Isshiki only managed to block the first blow, but subsequent heavy blows were completely powerless!"

"He's like a sandbag, letting Naruto's strikes land on him without any resistance!"

"Finally, with Naruto's last punch, a huge depression appeared in Isshiki's body, sending out a shock wave and then turning into a thin line and blasting out!"

"Boom!"

"The enormous column of water rises into the sky, resembling the reverse of the Milky Way, and Isshiki tumbles in it like a dead fish!"

"Just as he regains control of his injured body and rushes out of the water column, Naruto appears in front of him like a celestial being!"

"Draped in a blood-colored battle suit and wielding a dazzling blue Rasengan surrounded by four-colored stars, he appears as the harbinger of divine punishment!"

"Damn it, Ant, don't look at me like this!"

"Lower creatures are only worthy of kneeling in fear!"

"With a contorted face, he roars and spreads his hands!"

"The True Fire of Samadhi, previously shrunk and taken away by Daikokuten, erupts in front of him, surging towards Naruto like a mighty river!"

"However, it proves futile; the next second, the flame fractals, and Naruto emerges from the ashes, intoning softly,"

"Rasengan!"

"Boom!"

"This is definitely no ordinary Rasengan!"

"Suddenly, black smoke bursts forth, enveloped in orange flames, with an unseen energy pulsating at its center, colors flashing intermittently, and the thunderous roar continuing!"

"Finally, amid the roaring akin to the growl of an evil dragon, it hurtles forth like a dilapidated puppet mingled with black smoke."

"Until it smashes into a huge rock mass and collapses weakly to the ground!"

"The next moment, he struggles to his feet, only to witness Naruto advancing slowly towards him!"

"It's not one-dimensional at all!"]

Uchiha Madara exclaimed with a shocked expression!

Despite being fueled by life, this level of combat prowess is still too astounding.

At his current level, he can't last five rounds!

Almost simultaneously, the Four Kages contemplate their own Jinchūriki!

But then, several of them smile bitterly at the same time. Firstly, perfect Jinchūriki were nearly impossible, or exceedingly difficult.

[Naruto advanced slowly, adopting a stride reminiscent of a Shinigami!]

[With each step landing heavily, like a sledgehammer striking Isshiki's heart, the latter found himself drenched in a cold sweat!]

[Clutching his teeth and fixing his gaze on Naruto, Isshiki was overwhelmed with boundless regret!]

["I should've taken him out from the start!"]

[But just then, Isshiki was struck by a sudden revelation!]

[He witnessed Naruto collapsing to the ground in agony, his red fox cloak flickering before shrinking considerably. His breath became labored, rendering him incapable of standing.]

[This sight petrified the assembled ninjas, transforming their excitement into profound dread!]

["Get up! Hurry!"]

[Despite their fervent wishes, Naruto continued to tremble, unable to rise, as if the fiery power within him had ebbed away!]

["I see now. I've discerned the essence of Naruto's power with barely a glance!"]

["Ha ha ha ha!!"] 

Isshiki rose to his feet, jubilation adorning his face 🙂

["Your power is nothing but a reckless wager with your own life. And now, it's evident you've lost that bet!"]

["Victory is assuredly mine!"]

[With triumph within reach, he advanced confidently toward Naruto, intent on finishing him off!]

[But scarcely two steps in, he coughed up blood once more and collapsed to his knees!]

[What was happening?]

[At this moment, the onlookers struggled to comprehend this sudden turn of events. How could he falter with the same constitution?]

[Isshiki, equally alarmed ]

["You wretch, what have you done to me!?"] 

He couldn't fathom his current state!

[In the next instant, Isshiki glanced at the dwindling flame of his life, panic seizing him as he realized not only were his days numbered, but mere moments remained!]

[As Naruto slowly lifted himself up, his gaze unwaveringly fixed on Isshiki:]

["Let's see who meets their end first!"]

["The true gamble begins now!"] 

Definitively turning the tables!

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