AFTERMATH OF HIKARI VS REN
Following the conflict between Hikari and Ren, a new battle is set to unfold Shukumei versus Goku, the Monkey King.
Shukumei lets out a sharp whistle, summoning the Delta Ops shinobi.
One by one, they emerge, forming a disciplined line behind him alongside Yamata and Fugami.
The Monkey King narrows his eyes and speaks with cold certainty:
"If you truly believe your comrades can defeat Juzo and Ren, then you are gravely mistaken."
SHUKUMEI'S CONVICTION
Shukumei remains unfazed, calmly expressing his belief that Hikari and Smoke are more than capable of handling things on their own.
The Monkey King scoffs before revealing Ren's true ability the power to determine an individual's destiny.
"No matter what Hikari does," he says, "her fate is already sealed Ren has decided it."
Shukumei shows no reaction.
His expression remains distant, almost indifferent.
"Accept reality," he replies.
Goku's expression twists into a mixture of anger and disbelief.
Shukumei continues:
"It doesn't matter what fate awaits Hikari… because she'll simply rewrite reality itself."
The Monkey King's confusion deepens, quickly turning into frustration.
"You are a fool," he snaps. "No one escapes destiny."
THE BATTLE BEGINS: SHUKUMEI & YAMATA VS GOKU
A brief silence falls.
Then Shukumei turns slightly.
"Are you ready, Yamata?"
Yamata smirks, his eyes gleaming with cunning intent.
"Always."
The Monkey King chuckles darkly.
"It seems I am outnumbered… very well. Let me even the odds."
He brings his hands together. Strands of hair detach from his body, multiplying rapidly forming over a hundred identical clones.
Fugami scans the battlefield, sweat forming on his brow.
"…Yeah. Staying home would've been the smarter move."
Even Shukumei, usually composed, acknowledges the display.
"Incredible… his power is immense."
Without hesitation, he orders the Delta Ops to engage the clones.
WAR ERUPTS
Chaos erupts across the battlefield.
Steel clashes.
Techniques collide.
The war has begun.
Shukumei and Yamata lock their eyes onto the Monkey King, who responds with a sinister grin.
Suddenly, a clone lunges at Fugami from behind.
Before it can strike, Yamata reacts instantly summoning a serpent from his cloak infused with lightning, striking with precision.
"Fugami find Hikari and Smoke," Yamata commands.
"We'll handle this."
"Understood."
Fugami activates his sensory ability and disappears from the battlefield in a single leap.
THE MONKEY KING'S DOMINANCE
The Monkey King watches Yamata with intrigue.
" must admit… your lack of weaknesses is impressive. The rumors were true."
Yamata smirks and forms a sign, unleashing multiple serpents toward him.
In an instant, the Monkey King grabs the snakes, spins Yamata violently through the air, and slams him into the ground.
"Yamata!" Shukumei calls out.
The Monkey King turns his attention to him.
"You're next… my lord."
His staff extends at incredible speed.
Shukumei takes to the air, narrowly evading the strike.
The staff enlarges again faster, heavier.
Shukumei flips midair, dodging effortlessly before landing on the staff itself and sprinting toward Goku.
He launches a powerful kick but the Monkey King vanishes from the angle and counters instantly, striking Shukumei and sending him crashing into the earth below.
COUNTERATTACK
As the Monkey King attempts to crush him, Shukumei rolls aside at the last moment, retaliating with a sharp kick that knocks Goku off balance.
He flips backward once, twice, three times creating distance.
Yamata rises from the rubble, regaining composure.
"Read my thoughts," he says calmly. "I have a plan."
Shukumei activates his Butsugan, locking eyes with Yamata. His expression shifts slight surprise flickers across his face.
He looks back at the Monkey King… then at Yamata again.
Yamata grins.
THE TSURUGI OF EIGHT FLAMES
Yamata charges forward, blade drawn.
The Monkey King blocks with ease, glancing at the weapon.
"…The Tsurugi Sword."
"The legendary sword of eight flames.
Each strike carries a different elemental burn just like the eight heads of the serpent."
With overwhelming force, he knocks Yamata aside.
At that moment Shukumei forms a seal.
"Nature Class: Elemental Dragon Technique!"
Massive dragons constructs of multiple elements surge forward.
KINTO'UN: CLOUD OF THE HEAVENS
The Monkey King gestures calmly.
A golden cloud Kinto'un appears beneath him, lifting him into the sky and evading the attack entirely.
From above, he raises his hand and unleashes a massive fire technique downward.
"Shukumei!" Yamata shouts.
Shukumei instantly understands.
"Earth Class": Buddha Palm of Stone!"
A colossal stone hand erupts from the ground, covered in soil and vegetation, intercepting the flames and crushing them within its grasp.
YAMATA'S PRESSURE
Yamata launches another serpent toward the sky, attempting to ensnare Goku.
The Monkey King laughs.
"Your snakes can't match the speed of my cloud."
He raises his hand Five clones descend simultaneously toward Yamata.
"Shukumei fall back," Yamata orders.
Shukumei steps aside as the clones close in.
Yamata's eyes glow a deep crimson.
With a sinister grin, all eight serpents erupt from his body, coiling around the clones and crushing them into nothingness.
Fragments scatter across the battlefield.
Yamata hisses, his tongue flicking outward as he locks eyes with the Monkey King.
For the first time... Goku feels it.
Disgust… and a hint of fear.
THE TRUE DUEL: SHUKUMEI VS GOKU
"I'll handle the clones," Yamata says. "You take him."
Shukumei nods and ascends into the sky, facing the Monkey King directly.
Goku studies him carefully.
"…Your eyes resemble your father's, Lord Shukumei."
He narrows his gaze.
"With my vision, I can perceive the essence of reality itself.
Tell me… what do you see?"
Shukumei answers without hesitation:
"A light… that will soon save the future."
Rage explodes across the Monkey King's face.
"That light will not bring my son back!"
he roars. "It will save no one not even this world!"
THE REAL BATTLE BEGINS
The Monkey King slams his hands together once more Dozens more clones flood the battlefield.
Below, Yamata destroys several with ease before glancing upward, eyes widening slightly.
"…Just how much aura does this monster have?"
Above them Shukumei and the Monkey King stare each other down.
And now the real battle begins.