Chapter 75
<span style="font-weight:400">"Earth Release: Earth Spears!"
<span style="font-weight:400">In an instant, the ground beneath Hui''s feet erupted as sharp earthen spikes shot up like spears, all aimed directly at him.
<span style="font-weight:400">These spikes were far more focused than the ones used earlier, every single one targeting Hui with lethal precision. At the same time, Kamizuru Ishigawa’s hands were rapidly forming seals for another jutsu, preparing to unleash the Earth-Style Dragon.
<span style="font-weight:400">In his mind, the oue was clear: Hui would have no choice but to leap into the air to avoid the spears. Once airborne, he would be vulnerable, and Kamizuru''s earth-stone dragon would strike, leaving Hui with no room to escape.
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru had already sensed that Hui''s chakra reserves were nearly depleted, and with no chakra left to defend himself, the earth dragon’s attack would be devastating.
<span style="font-weight:400">However, Hui didn''t follow the script Kamizuru had envisioned. When the spikes emerged from the ground, he did indeed leap, but not upward. Instead, he darted forward, weaving through the gaps between the earthen spears, making a direct charge toward Kamizuru, who was still in the midst of casting his jutsu.
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru''s eyes widened in shock. He had momentarily forgotten that Hui was no ordinary opponent—he was a mere boy, nimble and able to move through small spaces with ease.
<span style="font-weight:400">Now, faced with Hui’s rapid approach, Kamizuru was forced to abandon his jutsu mid-casting. He drew his kunai, bracing himself for closebat.
<span style="font-weight:400">The two shed again, their des ringing out as sparks flew between them. This time, Kamizuru was more cautious, not daring to look directly at Hui’s de after being blinded by his earlier attack.
<span style="font-weight:400">But this cautiousness made Kamizuru’s movements slightly more rigid, and with his earlier body-splitting technique weakening him, he no longer held the upper hand in strength or speed.
<span style="font-weight:400">For the first time, the battle became evenly matched.
<span style="font-weight:400">But while Kamizuru felt the pressure mounting, Hui remained calm. To Kamizuru, this fight was a battle of survival.
<span style="font-weight:400">To Hui, it was simply a matter of time—time he needed for his internal energy to recover. Once his energy was restored, Kamizuru''s fate would be sealed.
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru, on the other hand, was unaware of Hui''s ability to replenish his strength, and after their intense ninjutsu exchange earlier, he too was running low on chakra. He knew that his only chance was to seize the perfect moment to unleash his trump card and deliver a fatal blow.
<span style="font-weight:400">The two continued their fierce struggle, exchanging blows as they awaited their opportunities.
<i><span style="font-weight:400">ng! ng! ng!</i>
<span style="font-weight:400">The sound of their weapons shing echoed through the night, sparks flying with each strike.
<i><span style="font-weight:400">sh!</i>
<span style="font-weight:400">Hui took a hit, a shallow cut appearing on his arm.
<i><span style="font-weight:400">sh!</i>
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru’s arm was next, sliced open by Hui’s de.
<span style="font-weight:400">This battle was truly neck and neck. Hui’s reflexes gave him a slight edge, while Kamizuru’s extensivebat experience allowed him to keep pace.
<span style="font-weight:400">Both fighters were umting wounds, their movements slowing as fatigue and injuries took their toll.
<span style="font-weight:400">At one point, a stray thought crossed Hui’s mind: <i><span style="font-weight:400">Maybe I should start coating my de with poison.</i>
<span style="font-weight:400">He struck again,nding another sh across Kamizuru’s side, but Kamizuru retaliated with a punch, sending Hui staggering back.
<span style="font-weight:400">Both were growing weaker by the second. Kamizuru’s body was drenched in blood, the crimson liquid pouring from his many wounds, threatening to stain him entirely red.
<span style="font-weight:400">Hui, despite his ability to heal faster than most, was also in rough shape. His pale face andbored breathing betrayed the extent of his injuries.
<span style="font-weight:400">Both of them were waiting. Hui for his energy to recover enough for a decisive strike, Kamizuru for the moment he could unleash his hidden technique and end the fight in one blow. They fought on, each hoping that the other would fall soon.
<span style="font-weight:400">This was no longer just a battle of physical strength. It had be a test of willpower. Whoever faltered first would die.
<i><span style="font-weight:400">ng!</i>
<span style="font-weight:400">Their weapons shed again, sending them momentarily apart.
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru, panting heavily, nced at Hui and said, "Konoha brat, I acknowledge you. Tell me… what’s your name?"
<span style="font-weight:400">He spoke through ragged breaths, but there was genuine respect in his voice.
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru hade to see Hui as a true opponent, a formidable one worthy of his acknowledgment. Even though he still wanted nothing more than to kill him, Kamizuru respected Hui''s strength.
<span style="font-weight:400">"Hui of Konoha," Hui replied without hesitation. At this point, there was no need for secrets. Either he would die here, or Kamizuru would. There would be no witnesses other than the two of them.
<span style="font-weight:400">The brief exchange ended as quickly as it began. Without waiting for a response, Hui charged once more. There would be no long pauses for recovery in this fight. Hui had no intention of giving Kamizuru time to gather his strength.
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru cursed under his breath and readied his defense. He had hoped to buy himself a moment of respite, but this kid saw right through his n. The two shed once again, sparks flying from their weapons as they pushed their bodies to their limits.
<span style="font-weight:400">The fight grew more desperate. Their wounds worsened, their movements slower, but neither could afford to make a Fogake. The battle was nearing its breaking point.
<span style="font-weight:400">Suddenly, Hui sensed it—his had recovered enough enrgy. The moment he had been waiting for had arrived.
<span style="font-weight:400">At the same time, Kamizuru''s eyes lit up. He too had found his opportunity.
<span style="font-weight:400">The next instant, Hui’s body erupted with light, and a massive sphere of brilliant white energy, three meters in diameter, enveloped bothbatants.
<span style="font-weight:400">Kamizuru saw the sh of light but didn’t care, ignoring the blinding glow. He had already decided to make his move.
<span style="font-weight:400">In the next moment, Hui was right beside him, sword poised to pierce Kamizuru''s heart.
<span style="font-weight:400">But Kamizuru wasn’t done yet. His face twisted with a crazed expression as he let out a furious roar.
<span style="font-weight:400">"EXPLODE!!"
<span style="font-weight:400">In that moment, Hui felt an overwhelming sense of danger. Acting on pure instinct, he kicked out with all his might,unching Kamizuru away from him. At the same time, he curled his body, leaping backward in an attempt to shield himself.
<i><span style="font-weight:400">BOOM!!!</i>
<span style="font-weight:400">The explosion was deafening, a brilliant white sh lighting up the sky like a second sun. For a moment, the world seemed to stand still as the light consumed everything in its path.
<span style="font-weight:400">Then, just as quickly as it came, the light vanished, and the world returned to silence.
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