Nothing strange happened this time.

The special bloodline limit that controls the five senses is useless against inanimate objects, and the kunai attacks the caster straight at the user.

but,

‘Crack! ’

Another dazzling bolt of lightning struck down, slamming the incoming kunai directly to the ground.

The lightning bolt that struck the ground also lifted the darkness of the forest, allowing a glimpse of Yakumo's pale, paper-like face.

She also seemed to be nearing her limit, after all, she had to trap several powerful ninjas in such an environment, one of whom was even the Third Hokage!

He is known as the strongest Hokage!

"In that case, let's see how long your chakra can last!"

The elite ANBU members who found the solution instantly had several sharp ninja tools in their hands, and everyone scattered in all directions, trying to distract the girl in their field of vision by attacking from different positions.

But at that moment, the white-haired old man protected by the secret agents moved, and in just a few steps he overtook the comical fellow who was running in place.

"Lord Hokage, do not approach her lightly. That girl is strange and dangerous. Please leave her to us!"

Upon seeing this, the squad leader of the dark unit suddenly let out a low growl.

"Alright, if that girl Yakumo wanted to kill you, you would already be corpses. We are all Konoha ninjas, it's alright."

After saying that, Hiruzen Sarutobi continued walking towards the girl in his field of vision.

His steps weren't particularly fast, but they were very steady, with each step firmly planted on the ground.

As the white-haired old man approached, the girl's fingers holding the paintbrush began to tremble slightly, and a soft cough could be heard.

The environment it creates cannot completely confine the other party to it.

Of course, Yakumo Kurama has a more direct way to kill, but he can't really go after the Third Hokage, can he?

If this were to actually be done, then the Kurama clan would become the target of public criticism.

Why did they attack us?

A kind inquiry rang in the girl's ears.

The old man had already reached his side.

At the same time, Hiruzen Sarutobi's gaze also fell on the canvas:

The general background of the oil painting is this forest, with dark clouds covering the sky and milky white lightning flashing through it. What attracts the most attention is the long, winding path in the forest, which is clearly visible at a glance, yet gives the viewer the illusion that it will never end.

Clearly, it was this deep, dark passageway that had just given him and the Dark Side the feeling of being bound!

Upon hearing this, Yakumo Kurama gently put down his paintbrush. Since the Third Hokage had already approached him, there was no point in continuing to cast illusions.

Of course, there's another point: her chakra is also almost depleted.

"I should be the one asking this question."

"Why are you barging into my painting area and disturbing my work?"

The girl raised her face; her paper-white skin revealed her weakness, but her clear, bright eyes shone with a serene composure.

Chapter 258 The Third Generation, He Really Has No Taste for Romance

The drizzle stopped abruptly, and the dark clouds dispersed abruptly.

Without the chakra to hold it together, the illusion shattered instantly, leaving only broken wood on the ground and rain-soaked soil as traces of its existence.

Is the real world truly something that illusions can achieve?

As the illusion dissipated, the four elite members of the Dark Guard present looked at each other in disbelief, and they could all see the look of horror in each other's eyes.

They had clearly dispersed in all directions, intending to use this opportunity to surround the girl in their line of sight.

But the result?

However, after escaping the illusion, he did not actually leave the spot at all!

All the distances we see are illusions!

This situation is far too bizarre and terrifying.

No wonder the Third Hokage said something so alarming: if the other side was determined to take their lives, then they were already corpses!

Why did you intrude on my painting area and disturb my work?

Hiruzen Sarutobi never expected the girl beside him to respond to his question with such a rhetorical question.

Moreover, judging from the overall scene, it seems that they did indeed enter the area where the girl was, disturbing her enjoyment.

But is this really the case?

For the third generation, who had seen countless people, this was nothing more than the weakest of lies.

However, due to certain considerations, he was still unable to refute such a rebuttal.

Because the Kurama clan is different from the Uchiha clan.

The latter was a troublesome family that he had completely abandoned in his heart, and even wanted to get rid of as soon as possible;

The former still has some potential for use. If Kurama Yakumo can grow up smoothly, it will be good news for Konoha, and the value that can be used will be greater.

After all, the Kurama clan doesn't have the arrogance and extreme constitution of the Uchiha. While their ability to control their five senses is certainly good, they also have methods to restrain it, and they don't experience the 'overabundance' or 'unsolvable' situation of the Sharingan.

Especially today!

Upon seeing those youthful faces and those terrifying eyes filled with undisguised hostility, Hiruzen Sarutobi was completely awakened!

The decline of the Uchiha clan is only apparent to outsiders.

In his eyes, this was more like a rebirth from the ashes.

A rebirth that rejects Fugaku Uchiha's gentleness, eliminates Itachi Uchiha's opposition, and follows only the will of Ara Uchiha!

This is definitely not the situation he wanted to see!

In an instant, his thoughts continued to deepen:

The relationship between the Uchiha and Kurama clans, Kurama Murakumo's recent attitude, and the impact that would result if Kurama Yakumo were to rise to power, etc.

Although to outsiders these were just two declining aristocratic families, and even they themselves initially thought so when they learned that Yakumo Kurama had moved into the Uchiha clan.

However, if we look beyond these superficial weaknesses and examine them more closely:

This represents a combination of two special bloodline limits that stand at the pinnacle of illusion!

Thinking of this, Hiruzen Sarutobi's pupils trembled slightly.

Can't,

This relationship and this possibility must absolutely not be allowed to continue!

Isolation, division, weakening, and exclusion—all methods that can diminish the strength and influence of the Uchiha clan are urgently needed.

"That's right, we really did disturb you while you were painting, we're so sorry."

A gentle gaze dispelled the danger in the old man's eyes, and a peaceful and benevolent smile quickly banished the stiffness from his face.

Hiruzen Sarutobi naturally wanted to maintain a policy of courting the Kurama clan.

This girl, who had awakened her family's bloodline limit and whose physique was gradually improving, was of utmost importance.

"Your name is Yakumo, right? Kurama Yakumo."

“I used to hold you when you were little, and I remember you loved to draw back then.”

"It's been a long time. I never expected that the little guy who used to scribble everywhere at home has grown into such a graceful young man, and his painting skills have become much more refined."

The simple apology was quickly overshadowed by warm memories.

The entire dark and gloomy environment slowly melted away with the old man's voice.

If such a scene could be made into a painting, it would surely be a heartwarming picture of a grandfather and grandson spending time together.

However, the only flaw is:

Perhaps it was because the girl's face was so pale that she gave off a cold and unapproachable feeling, making the painting feel somewhat disjointed.

"Ah."

As the old man paused for a long time, the girl who was slowly tidying up her paintbrush and canvas seemed to remember that there was a panting person standing beside her, and then she slowly hummed a word in response.

Faced with such a response, even though Hiruzen Sarutobi was very patient, his amiable expression changed slightly.

"Then, please give my regards to your father."

"I haven't visited the Kurama clan in a long time. I'll visit them when I have time."

He suppressed the lingering negative emotions within him and ended the conversation with polite words.

Clearly, the girl beside him was not interested in his identity or title. This abrupt contact not only failed to achieve any good results, but may even have had the opposite effect.

However, she quickly composed herself. Her defeat with Kurama Yakumo was nothing, since the girl's father was the one who truly held power in the Kurama clan.

Just lay out your purpose before Kurama and Murakumo.

I believe the other party will prioritize the overall situation.

'Clap. '

The easel was gently closed, all the items were tidied up, and Yakumo Kurama prepared to leave.

She did not respond to the old man's words, as they were beyond her ability to answer, and giving a hasty reply would only cause trouble for the Kurama clan.

However, just as the girl, carrying her painting tools, brushed past the Third Generation, a strange sense of familiarity quietly crept into her heart.

This aura is...

He's back.

Similarly, Hiruzen Sarutobi seemed to sense something as well, and his gaze followed the way he came, but the dim light prevented him from discovering anything immediately.

The same was true for the dark figures standing in the path they had come from; they remained in place without any particular sensation or movement.

They were the village's most elite ninjas, and no movement could escape their senses.

Is it just my imagination?

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