Chapter 116: The Lightning Release Four
And so, Sora became a member of the Kakashi Team. Although he remained reticent, he was slowly integrating into the group, occasionally bickering with Naruto.
"Alright, now that our team is complete, let's get some practice in so Sora can get familiar with our team formations!" Captain Yamato said at the appropriate time.
"Yo, it looks like you're actually acting like a captain, Yamato!" a playful voice rang out.
Everyone looked over to see Asuma with his arms crossed and a cigarette in his mouth, walking over leisurely.
"Asuma-sensei, what are you doing here?" Naruto asked happily.
"I was just passing by and saw you guys practicing." Asuma looked at Sora. "You're the new guy, right? How about it? Interested in Wind Release?"
"Wind Release?" Sora was stunned for a moment.
"Asuma, you jerk, don't start asking those things as soon as you arrive," Yamato said, somewhat helpless. "Sora just joined; he still needs time to adjust."
"Heh, I was just asking," Asuma smiled. "However, the Will of Wind is very free. Only by mastering Wind Release can one truly feel freedom."
"Alright, Asuma, stop preaching here," Yamato interrupted him. "But speaking of Wind Release, Naruto, you should also strengthen your training in that area. How about this: you and Sora can train together with Asuma."
"What? Train with Asuma-sensei?" Naruto's eyes widened.
"That's right. Asuma's Chakra nature is Wind; he can teach you some Wind Release techniques," Yamato nodded.
"Great! Asuma-sensei, please guide us!" Naruto jumped up in excitement.
Although Sora didn't speak, a glint of anticipation flashed in his eyes.
Asuma looked at the two young men before him, a smile appearing on his face. "Heh, looks like I'll be a teacher again for a while."
Time flew by, and in the blink of an eye, a month had passed. Under Asuma's 'diligent guidance,' Naruto and Sora's Wind Release Ninjutsu had shown clear progress, while Asuma grew thinner by the day. It turned out the so-called training was just having Naruto and Sora throw Kunai at him in the woods... "According to Anbu intelligence, a group called the 'Grave Robber Four' has been active recently, and their target seems to be Sora," Yamato said with a grave expression.
"What? They're coming for me?" Sora was somewhat surprised.
"Yes. Their purpose isn't clear yet, so we must increase our vigilance," Yamato instructed.
Meanwhile, in a dark corner, a mysterious person was conducting some kind of transaction with Sora.
"Sora, the one who killed your father is Asuma," the mysterious person said coldly.
"What? That's impossible!" Sora couldn't believe his ears.
"It's the truth. Your father was killed by him back then," the mysterious person continued. "If you want revenge, follow my instructions."
Sora clenched his fists, his eyes filled with hatred and anger. He began to act according to the mysterious person's instructions, secretly observing Asuma and Naruto's movements.
However, what he didn't know was that this was all a massive trap.
A few days later, Kōdo used a Summoning Jutsu to find Sora. "Now there's an opportunity for you to directly attack the core of this Village. Go and assassinate the Fifth Hokage!"
Sora was startled. "Attack the Hokage? Then Asuma-sensei..."
"Hmph, he will also be your enemy!" Kōdo sneered. "As long as you do as I say, not only can you kill your enemy, but you'll also gain even greater power!"
Driven by hatred and power, Sora finally decided to follow Kōdo's instructions. He secretly left the camp and headed toward the Hokage Rock.
At this time, Yamato, Asuma, and the others were completely unaware that Sora had betrayed them... BOOM! A massive explosion shattered the silence of the night, making the entire Konoha Village tremble.
"What's going on?" Asuma and Yamato quickly rushed out of the camp, only to see flames soaring in the distance and explosions occurring one after another.
"It's Sora! He's betrayed us!" Yamato said, his face ashen.
"What?" Asuma couldn't believe his ears. "How could Sora..."
"Forget about that for now, we have to go protect Hokage-sama!" Yamato interrupted Asuma and led the team racing toward the Hokage Rock.
However, when they arrived at the Hokage Rock, they found Kōdo already standing there with Sora, waiting for them.
"Yamato, Asuma, you're too slow," Kōdo sneered. "Today is the day Konoha Village falls!"
After speaking, Kōdo formed Hand Seals, and a massive defensive barrier enveloped the entire Konoha Village.
"Not good! He's sealed the Village!" Yamato's face changed drastically. "We're all trapped inside!"
"Kōdo! What exactly are you trying to do?" Asuma roared.
"Hmph, I just want to get what I desire." Kōdo glanced at Sora. "Sora, now it's your turn. Go and kill the person you want to kill!"
Under Kōdo's control, Sora's eyes became hollow and heartless as he slowly walked toward Asuma... "Sora! Wake up! Don't let them control you!" Asuma shouted loudly.
However, Sora continued forward as if he couldn't hear his voice.
"Wind Release: Rasenshuriken!" At this critical moment, Naruto suddenly rushed out, the Rasenshuriken in his hand shining with a dazzling light as it flew toward Sora.
"Naruto!" Yamato and Asuma shouted simultaneously.
However, the Rasenshuriken was deflected back by a powerful force just as it was about to hit Sora.
"Hmph, a mere Genin dares to oppose me?" Kōdo sneered. "Today, I'll let you witness my true power!"
Just then, four figures appeared behind Kōdo, wearing black cloaks and masks, emitting powerful Chakra.
"These are... the Four of the former Twelve Guardian Ninja!" Asuma's face changed drastically. "Aren't they supposed to be dead?"
"Hmph, did you think death could stop us?" one of the figures sneered. "We have been resurrected through Kōdo's Reincarnation Jutsu!"
"What?" Yamato and the others were shocked.
"Their goal is clear," Asuma said deeply. "They intend to use the Ninjutsu of the Lightning Release Four to burn Konohagakure to ashes!"
"Lightning Release Four?" Naruto's eyes widened. "What's that?"
"They were four powerful members of the former Twelve Guardian Ninja," Asuma explained. "They each mastered one of the four nature transformations: Lightning, Fire, Water, and Earth. If their powers are combined, they can trigger a devastating disaster!"
"Then what should we do?" Naruto asked anxiously.
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