klisemfg Chapter 766 Turning Around
Chapter 766 Turning Around
Zhang Hai turned around and walked towards Bai, who was standing to the side with a somewhat uneasy look in his eyes. He said in a deep voice, "Bai, your performance on the battlefield this time is a failing grade." Although his tone was calm, it carried an undeniable authority. "If you do this again next time, I will not take you on missions again."
Upon hearing this, a hint of sadness flashed across Bai's beautiful face, but it was quickly replaced by determination. She knew Zhang Hai was doing it for her own good.
“Your Ice Release potential is enormous, but you have never fully mastered it,” Zhang Hai continued. “From now on, you will train me in using ninjutsu to fully unleash your Ice Release abilities.”
Byakuya nodded firmly. She took a deep breath, and her chakra surged instantly. Her hands moved swiftly, forming hand seals, and a chilling aura instantly spread out.
"Secret Technique, Thousand Kill Water Flight!" Bai launched the first attack, countless ice needles raining down on Zhang Hai. Immediately after, she unleashed "Ice Release: Twin Dragon Storm Kill," two enormous ice dragons roaring as they charged towards Zhang Hai. Finally, a massive ice tiger materialized, surging towards him with destructive power: "Ice Release: Dragon-Slaying Tiger!"
Zhang Hai watched as Bai unleashed a series of powerful Ice Release ninjutsu, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. He discovered that Bai's Ice Release was far more formidable than he had imagined; not only did it have a wide attack range, but it also possessed a powerful freezing effect, significantly slowing down enemies. However, because Bai disliked combat, he hadn't fully developed the potential of his Ice Release.
Zhang Hai showed no sign of slackening. He drew his Unintentional Blade, and a flash of lightning instantly covered the blade with a layer of dazzling electricity. His movements were as swift as lightning, and with his exquisite swordsmanship, he easily deflected all of Bai's attacks. The ice needles were deflected by the blade, while the ice dragon and ice tiger were instantly cleaved apart by the sharp blade light.
During the sparring session, Zhang Hai combined his own combat experience to teach Bai how to eliminate the enemy with the least amount of chakra while defending against Bai's attacks.
“Your chakra consumption is too high,” Zhang Hai said in a deep voice. “Although Ice Release is powerful, you must learn to use it properly. You can use the freezing effect of Ice Release to restrict the enemy’s movement, and then look for an opportunity to deliver a fatal blow, instead of going all out from the start.”
Just then, Uchiha Shisui arrived at the training ground with young Uchiha Itachi. They saw the grand battle between Zhang Hai and Bai from afar, and their eyes revealed an eager look.
Zhang Hai keenly sensed the arrival of Shisui and Itachi. He sheathed his sword and said to Haku and Yugao, "Looks like we have new companions." He turned to Shisui and directly invited, "Shisui, you should join us too, along with Haku and Yugao. The three of you, use your Ice Release techniques together to attack me!"
A flicker of excitement flashed in Shisui's eyes; he knew Zhang Hai was testing them. He nodded, gave Itachi a few instructions, and then stood side by side with Haku and Yugao.
The three attacked Zhang Hai simultaneously. Shisui activated his genjutsu first, his Sharingan instantly enveloping Zhang Hai in a powerful genjutsu. Immediately after, Haku unleashed an even more powerful ice-style ninjutsu, countless ice spikes and walls instantly forming, surrounding Zhang Hai from all sides. Meanwhile, Yugao, wielding a long sword, moved with lightning speed, launching a fierce sword attack from close range.
The combined attacks from long, medium, and close range instantly put some pressure on Zhang Hai. He had to admit that these three young ninjas, if they coordinated well, were indeed a force to be reckoned with.
A flash of lightning illuminated Zhang Hai's body as he infused his new Thunder Blade Technique into the Unintentional Blade. The Unintentional Blade instantly transformed into a crackling blade, imbued with powerful lightning energy. With this lightning-infused swordsmanship, he swiftly shattered the attacks of the three. The illusion vanished under the impact of the lightning, ice spikes and walls shattered inch by inch beneath the Thunder Blade, and even Xi Yan's longsword was knocked away by the powerful lightning.
At the same time, lightning with a paralyzing effect struck the three of them. Upon seeing this, Bai immediately used "Secret Technique, Ice Rock Hall of Nothingness," and powerful chakra instantly condensed into a huge ellipsoidal ice wall, firmly protecting the three of them and blocking Zhang Hai's lightning attack.
The four clashed again, their ice release, genjutsu, swordsmanship, and lightning swordsmanship intertwined, filling the entire training ground with powerful chakra fluctuations.
Young Itachi Uchiha stood to the side, watching the fight intently. His eyes were filled with amazement and admiration, and he secretly marveled at his adoptive father's strength. He clenched his fists, determined to train hard and become as strong as his adoptive father, or even surpass him.
As night deepened, a soft knock sounded outside the Hokage's office.
"Please come in." The voice of the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, came from inside.
Zhang Hai pushed open the door and entered, seeing the Third Hokage still sitting at his desk, which was piled high with documents. He said with some surprise, "Third Hokage, I didn't expect you to still be in your office so late."
The Third Hokage slowly rose, walked to the window, and opened it, letting a cool night breeze drift into the room. He pointed to the moon in the sky and sighed softly, "The moon is so round tonight..."
Zhang Hai didn't understand what he meant and didn't reply, just stood quietly to the side.
The Third Hokage gazed into the distance, his eyes filled with heaviness and worry: "Yes, many people will never see such moonlight again..." His voice was low and hoarse, tinged with sorrow, "The last battle at Iwagakure caused too many people to lose their homes and their loved ones..."
“Yes,” Zhang Hai echoed, a barely perceptible hint of sadness flashing in his eyes.
"Chief of the Anbu." The Third Hokage's gaze was intense as he looked directly into Zhang Hai's eyes. "This position is second only to the Hokage in power. In fact, it can even command Danzo."
Zhang Hai's heart skipped a beat. He knew, of course, what this meant; it was a huge olive branch extended to him by the Third Hokage, a tempting offer of power. He understood that it was both a temptation and a test. But he didn't hesitate. He took a deep breath, met the Third Hokage's gaze with unwavering resolve, and said in a deep voice, "I accept. I will do my utmost to end the war and lead the Konoha ninja to victory."
The Third Hokage smiled with satisfaction and said emphatically, "Good!" He knew he hadn't misjudged him.
Not long after Zhang Hai left the Hokage's office, a figure silently appeared by the window. It was Jiraiya, his face bearing his signature nonchalant smile. He hopped into the office, casually closed the window, and lazily asked, "Old man, are you really planning to groom that kid named 'Yoru' to be the next Hokage's assistant?"