The Hidden Mist Blacksmith, forging the glory of the Ninja Sword Style!

"Lightning Clone Technique!"

One hand seal.

Multiple figures appeared beside the Fourth Raikage.

However, the Fourth Raikage forgot one thing.

For Ao, who possesses the Byakugan, the clone technique is completely meaningless.

The fire serpent was completely undisturbed and precisely located the Fourth Raikage's position.

The Fourth Raikage gritted his teeth.

next moment.

"Thunder Escape Chakra Mode!"

Lightning crackled around the Fourth Raikage.

Following that, the Fourth Raikage improved in every aspect.

Greater power, faster speed.

Dodging the fire snake's attack, he moved like lightning, rushing towards Qing's location.

Even the air seemed to be pierced by the Fourth Raikage.

Qing's expression turned serious.

Ao could see and predict the Fourth Raikage's movements.

However, being able to predict something doesn't mean you can dodge it.

Qing's speed is not fast enough.

In this situation, Qing had no choice but to think of other solutions.

"I want this land; it can't bury my heart any longer!"

Another flame emerged from the tip of the sword.

But this time, it was no longer a fire serpent; instead, it coalesced into the shape of a turtle.

Before the Fourth Raikage's fist could land, the fire turtle stood in front of Ao.

"boom!"

The Fourth Raikage unleashed a punch.

Immense power, accompanied by unparalleled thunder.

A violent shockwave spread outwards.

The next moment, the fire turtle shattered, and Qing staggered back more than ten steps.

However, the situation of the Fourth Raikage was not so good either.

The moment the fire turtle exploded, flames scattered in all directions, and the powerful impact also rebounded onto the Fourth Raikage, causing him to stagger back more than ten steps.

From this perspective, neither of them gained an advantage.

"Qing's strength has actually reached this level?"

"On par with the Raikage?"

"Even if the Raikage is missing an arm, he is still the Raikage."

"Qing has already reached Kage-level strength?"

People around were talking a lot.

The one who felt it most acutely was none other than the Fourth Raikage.

While attacking Ao, the Fourth Raikage was also analyzing the situation in his mind.

The Fourth Raikage could sense that Ao was inferior to him in terms of strength, speed, chakra reserves, attack, and defense; in fact, there was a certain gap between them.

But he just couldn't win Qing over.

Ultimately, it comes down to Qing's ability to predict.

All his moves were seen through.

Once you see through it, you can take preventative measures in advance.

Combined with the power of the Evil King Flame Killing Sword, the Fourth Raikage knew that he would not be able to defeat Ao in a short time.

Yagura noticed it too.

"Ao can't defeat the Raikage, but he can remain undefeated when facing the Raikage!"

"In other words, Qing is now capable of holding off a Kage-level opponent single-handedly."

Yagura smiled.

This means that the strength of Kirigakure has increased once again.

When facing the Konoha army again, there will be no need for Ao and Fuguki to work together to restrain Tobirama Senju.

Qing alone can do it.

Of course, this refers to the situation where Tobirama Senju and Ao are facing off one-on-one.

If Tobirama Senju didn't want to get involved with Ao, it would be difficult for Ao to catch up with him using the Flying Thunder God Technique.

The Evil King Flame Killing Sword cannot simultaneously restrict multiple kunai bearing the Flying Thunder God mark.

The Fourth Raikage could not be defeated after a long attack.

For a true top-tier ninja, the truth can be seen.

But for ordinary ninjas, it's a different story.

Ordinary ninjas can only see the result.

"Qing is amazing."

"Perfectly predicted all of the Raikage's attacks."

"The previous Qing didn't have this kind of strength."

"Is it because of that thing on Qing's forehead?"

"That thing that looks like an eye."

"A ninja tool"

"Zanpakutō?"

Yagura coughed lightly and looked around.

"You are all elite ninjas of the Garden of Mist. Regardless of whether you came from Kirigakure, Kumogakure, or Iwagakure before, you are all now members of the Garden of Mist."

"The ninja tool that Ao is currently using is called the Observer."

"It is a top-of-the-line vision ninja tool."

"For a newly forged Zanpakuto."

"I believe you all saw Qing's performance just now."

"I hereby announce this."

"As long as you are a member of the Garden of Mist, and you remain loyal to the Garden of Mist and make contributions, you will have the opportunity to form a contract with a Zanpakuto and possess a Zanpakuto."

As soon as Yagura finished speaking, the entire training ground erupted in cheers.

Everyone's eyes lit up.

For a ninja who aspires to greater strength, a Zanpakuto that can enhance their power so significantly is extremely rare.

Everyone wants to have it.

Now, Yagura has made such a promise.

Even if the promise Yagura made was merely an opportunity.

But that was enough to touch people's hearts.

As for whether there will be any problems with loyalty to the Garden of Mist.

Wasn't the Garden of Mist just established by the Kage and high-ranking officials of a few ninja villages?

If the higher-ups in the ninja village don't think it's a big deal, then it's not...

In addition, there is one more point.

The ninja village was originally formed by a combination of ninja clans and wandering ninjas.

The current Garden of Mist is a combination of ninja villages.

There is no difference in essence.

Since they can be loyal to the ninja village, they can also be loyal to the Garden of Mist.

Yagura's purpose in making this announcement in public was quite simple.

That is, to win people's hearts.

The concept of the ninja village is weakened, while the concept of the Garden of Mist is emphasized.

Using the opportunity of a Zanpakuto contract, they tempt ninjas for profit.

After today, these people at the training ground will surely spread this news.

At that time, everyone in the Garden of Mist will know.

It may even spread beyond the Garden of Mist.

This is exactly the effect Yagura wanted.

The Hidden Mist Village, Hidden Cloud Village, and Hidden Stone Village alone cannot meet the needs of the Garden of Mist.

The moment the Garden of Mist was established, the moment Yagura set his sights on unifying the ninja world, what the Garden of Mist needed was for more and more ninja villages to join.

Using a Zanpakuto as bait in a short period of time is undoubtedly the most efficient method.

However, to avoid being taken advantage of, Yagura only mentioned the opportunity.