Chapter 172: Safely Delivering the Young Lord
His eyes were cold and hollow, devoid of any human emotion. He extended his right hand and violently swung it towards the tent.
Instantly, a powerful Chakra fluctuation surged from his hand, sweeping towards the tent.
Yūgao suddenly looked up, feeling the powerful Chakra fluctuation. Her heart was filled with surprise and doubt; who dared to attack here?
However, when she saw the source of that Chakra, her pupils constricted sharply.
That figure... why was it so familiar?
"Hayate... Hayate?" Yūgao murmured to herself, unable to believe her eyes. Was that really Hayate? Wasn't he dead? Why was he here?
However, Hayate did not hesitate at all; his attacks swept in like a storm. Yūgao had no time to think; she quickly used her body flicker technique, trying to dodge Hayate's attacks.
However, Hayate's attacks were like a phantom, making them impossible for her to grasp. She could only desperately try to block the storm-like onslaught.
"Impossible... this is absolutely impossible..." Yūgao muttered to herself while dodging.
However, no matter how unwilling she was to believe it, the truth was right before her eyes. Hayate's attacks were becoming more relentless, and she was gradually becoming overwhelmed.
"I can't let this continue..." Yūgao gritted her teeth, knowing she had to find a way to break free quickly.
However, just then, a thought suddenly flashed through her mind.
"That's right... I know the enemy's intelligence better than him..." A flash of determination appeared in Yūgao's eyes. "Even if it's Hayate, he's just an enemy's puppet!"
With that thought, she no longer hesitated and shouted loudly: "Anbu members, listen up! The enemy Gekkō Hayate is being controlled by Impure World Reincarnation! Quickly pursue him!"
After giving the order, Yūgao took the lead, chasing after Hayate. She knew Hayate better than anyone, so it was most suitable for her to pursue him.
During the pursuit, her past with Hayate constantly resurfaced in her mind. Those beautiful times had now become the most painful wound in her heart.
"Hayate... why did you become like this?" A hint of pain flashed in Yūgao's eyes. "Was our past affection just an illusion?"
However, Hayate showed no reaction; his attacks remained sharp and ruthless.
Yūgao took a deep breath, knowing she could no longer dwell on past memories. She had to face reality, face this Hayate controlled by Impure World Reincarnation.
"No matter what, I cannot give up!" Yūgao shouted loudly, her voice filled with determination and courage. "I am a Konoha Ninja; I have my mission!"
Saying that, she accelerated again, pouncing towards Hayate. Her heart was already filled with resolve; no matter the outcome, she would give it her all!
At this time, Byakuya was sprinting rapidly on his way to the battlefield.
He sped along, passing by the place where the Shinobi Alliance's Fourth Division was engaging the enemy.
In the Fourth Division, a Ninja was fiercely battling an Edo Tensei reanimated individual dressed as a samurai.
"Fire Release: Toad Oil Flame Bullet!"
However, facing the Ninjutsu jointly cast by the Ninja, the Edo Tensei samurai showed no fear, swinging his sharp greatsword directly at the flames.
"Is that guy... Tatewaki?"
Byakuya's gaze sharpened as he recognized the samurai's identity.
His memory flashed back to a day three years ago.
At that time, Byakuya visited the Land of This for a mission and encountered a samurai named Tatewaki.
Tatewaki was a renowned samurai in the Land of This, skilled in using an incredibly sharp greatsword, with martial arts prowess that commanded respect.
Byakuya had personally witnessed Tatewaki single-handedly repel a group of bandits to protect his territory and people.
Tatewaki's bravery and tenacity left a deep impression on Byakuya.
However, now Tatewaki had become a pawn in the enemy's hands, having lost his own consciousness and becoming a tool for slaughter.
"Tatewaki... why did you become like this?"
Byakuya's heart was filled with doubt and unwillingness; he didn't want to see the samurai he once admired reduced to such a state.
"Byakuya, this is no time for sentimentality. We must reach the battlefield quickly!"
The Nine-Tailed's voice echoed in Byakuya's mind, reminding him of the current urgent situation.
Byakuya took a deep breath, suppressing his emotions, and accelerated again, speeding towards the battlefield.
He knew that the battlefield situation was constantly changing, and every minute and second was crucial.
He had to get to the battlefield quickly and rendezvous with Sasuke and the Shinobi Alliance to jointly fight Uchiha Madara and his Edo Tensei army.
And Tatewaki's figure lingered in Byakuya's mind, becoming a heavy burden on his path forward.
At that time, Byakuya had successfully exchanged identities with the young lord of the Land of That, Xiu, who was held hostage.
He was supposed to safely return the young lord to the Land of That, but unexpectedly, Xiu requested to stroll through the streets of Konoha.
Since Xiu was the son of the Land of Wind's Daimyo, Konoha Village accepted his request, allowing him to visit the Village's Commercial Street and arranging several Anbu members to provide escort.
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