69novels Chapter 553 Overwhelming Power
Chapter 553 Overwhelming Power
Meanwhile, the Second Mizukage, not far away, was also busy. He swiftly unleashed his unique ninjutsu, manipulating his water clones to move rapidly, forming a tight encirclement that effectively sealed off any possible escape route for Hyuga Neji. These water clones moved with agility and perfect coordination, giving Hyuga Neji no chance to escape, all to create the perfect opportunity for the Third Raikage to strike him head-on.
Caught in the middle, sandwiched between his front and rear, Hyuga Neji's previously relaxed expression vanished instantly, replaced by an unprecedented focus and solemnity. Two lightning bolts seemed to flash within his clear black and white eyes, sending chills down one's spine. At the same time, the aura emanating from him erupted like a volcano, suddenly becoming violent and turbulent.
At that very moment, when Neji Hyuga witnessed the Third Raikage unleash his trump card, the last trace of contempt in his heart vanished. In the fierce battle before, he had relied solely on his innate strength, his abundant and inexhaustible energy, and the exquisite taijutsu passed down through generations of the Hyuga clan to deal with his current enemy. However, now, facing such a powerful and deadly attack, he knew that if he didn't unleash some of his hidden strength, it would likely bring him unnecessary trouble.
Just then, Hyuga Neji closed his eyes slightly, and his chakra surged rapidly like a raging torrent. As he fully activated the power of the rules he had comprehended, a mysterious and powerful force continuously emerged from the depths of his body.
In an instant, both the aura emanating from him and his chilling power seemed to have undergone a tremendous transformation. At this moment, Hyuga Neji was like a war god descending upon the world, exuding unparalleled majesty and domineering presence.
At the same time, the Third Raikage on the opposite side had already launched his most powerful attack—"Hell Thrust"! This move was his trump card, its power capable of destroying the heavens and the earth. A finger crackling with dazzling lightning shot towards Hyuga Neji like lightning, tearing the air apart and emitting a series of ear-piercing explosions.
However, facing such a terrifying attack, Hyuga Neji remained remarkably calm and composed. He subtly shifted his body, moving with the graceful lightness of a dancing fairy. Then, he slowly raised his right palm, a dazzling ball of light gathering within it. That light was energy flowing ceaselessly according to the special operating method of the power of rules.
In the blink of an eye, when Neji's hand touched the Third Raikage's incredibly sharp fingers, time seemed to stand still. Everyone stared wide-eyed, holding their breath, tensely watching this breathtaking duel.
Hyuga Neji calmly extended his left hand, gently placing it on his right wrist, then suddenly gripped it tightly. This seemingly simple movement allowed him to firmly grasp the Third Raikage's unstoppable, strongest attack!
Even more astonishingly, the lightning-attribute chakra that had been condensed to its peak on the Third Raikage's fingers melted away as quickly as ice and snow meeting the blazing sun when it encountered the power of rules constantly flowing in Hyuga Neji's palm. In the blink of an eye, the "Hell Thrust," which had struck fear into the hearts of countless people, lost its original terrifying power and was reduced to the most ordinary taijutsu attack.
Meanwhile, the Second Mizukage's clone, which had been circling around Hyuga Neji, ready to provide cover at any moment, was intently watching the rapidly changing situation on the battlefield. The instant Hyuga Neji successfully withstood the Third Raikage's furious, storm-like attack, this clone, like an arrow released from a bow, pounced towards the Third Raikage without hesitation! Its goal was clear—to seize this perfect opportunity, get as close as possible to its opponent, and detonate itself in a close-range, earth-shattering explosion, utterly crushing the enemy in one fell swoop!
However, how could the battle-hardened Hyuga Neji easily allow his opponent to succeed? While firmly gripping the Third Raikage's destructive attacking fingers and steadily blocking the fierce assault, he swiftly raised his other hand, aiming precisely at the rapidly approaching Second Mizukage's clone. In an instant, an invisible force so powerful it was suffocating erupted from his palm, transforming into incredibly strong ropes that swiftly and decisively bound the lunging clone. In the blink of an eye, this invisible force had firmly bound the clone, rendering it immobile and unable to take even half a step forward!
Not far away, the Second Mizukage displayed his decisive and resolute side. Although his clone had not reached the closest point to the enemy, based on his years of combat experience and understanding of the power of his own ninjutsu, he firmly believed that at this distance, the violent explosion that the clone was about to trigger would deal a heavy blow to the opponent.
The Second Mizukage swiftly formed hand seals, accompanied by a deafening roar: "Explode!" This roar seemed to contain boundless power, instantly activating the terrifying energy hidden within the clone. In an instant, driven by this powerful force, the clone began to expand rapidly at an astonishing speed, like a giant balloon being inflated to its limit and about to burst, inspiring fear in all who beheld it.
However, just as everyone thought the earth-shattering explosion was about to occur, a sudden change occurred. Hyuga Neji, who had been closely monitoring the situation, suddenly made his move. A mysterious energy rope continuously flowed from his fair hands, swiftly coiling around the expanding clone like a serpent. This energy rope shimmered with a faint yet incredibly resilient light, each fluctuation radiating an invisible pressure.
As the energy ropes rippled, they began to contract rapidly, almost imperceptibly, tightly binding the clone. The clone, which had been expanding and on the verge of exploding, was now frozen in place, as if under a spell, unable to unleash its destructive energy. Furthermore, the once-powerful clone shrank rapidly like a deflated balloon, disappearing without a trace.
After successfully dealing with the Second Mizukage's elusive clone, Hyuga Neji took a deep breath, quickly regained his composure, and refocused all his attention on the Third Raikage, whom he was currently holding tightly. Recalling the thunderous attack the Third Raikage had just unleashed, its power was simply beyond imagination! The power contained in that attack clearly surpassed what an ordinary Kage-level shinobi could wield. Moreover, its penetrating force was astonishing, seemingly capable of piercing through any obstacle. Although he had withstood this earth-shattering blow head-on thanks to his tenacious willpower and superb taijutsu skills, the surging impact still sent a piercing pain through his hand, almost tearing his thumb and forefinger apart.
Having witnessed the Third Raikage unleash his full power, Hyuga Neji had made his decision. He was no longer inclined to continue fighting this formidable enemy. Admittedly, the Third Raikage's strength was undeniably formidable; however, for the battle-hardened and exceptionally talented Hyuga Neji, it fell far short of providing the long-awaited thrill and overwhelming pressure. This left him with a sense of disappointment and disillusionment.
When discussing the Second Mizukage's performance, it was a huge disappointment for Hyuga Neji! The various strange and unpredictable ninjutsu unleashed by the Second Mizukage were initially dazzling and overwhelming. However, closer analysis revealed that the power of these ninjutsu was simply incomparable to that of the Third Raikage. In battle, the Second Mizukage relied more on surprise attacks and unpredictable ninjutsu techniques to defeat his enemies. Undeniably, when the difference in strength between the two sides wasn't too great, this style of combat could be effective, even sometimes achieving remarkable results. But once the gap in strength became clearly apparent, these so-called methods became nothing more than insignificant tricks.
At this moment, a hint of impatience flashed in Hyuga Neji's eyes; he had completely lost interest in continuing to deal with these two. He swiftly formed hand seals, and the energy within his body surged like a raging torrent, unleashing a powerful aura.
"Since you're so ungrateful, don't blame me for being impolite!" With a furious shout, Hyuga Neji flashed forward, attacking the Third Raikage like a ghost.
His speed was astonishing; he approached the Third Raikage almost instantly. The opponent only had time to utter a cry of surprise before being struck by Hyuga Neji's palm strike, flying backward like a kite with a broken string and crashing heavily to the ground.
The person behind the Second Mizukage's resurrection using the Impure World Reincarnation technique saw this and his expression changed drastically. He tried to control the Second Mizukage to turn around and run away, but how could Hyuga Neji give him that chance? With a teleportation, he reappeared in front of the man and kicked him to the ground.
Then, he turned around abruptly, his gaze sweeping sharply over the Allied Shinobi Forces behind him. With a wave of his arm, he shouted, "Sealing ninjas, advance quickly!" Upon hearing the order, a group of ninjas dressed in special attire and wielding various sealing tools rushed out from the crowd. Their steps were agile, their eyes resolute, displaying a professional and composed demeanor.