I, Uchiha: Split Konoha

Chapter 116 Lightning Release: Kirin

clang!

Gamaken spun around and used his massive steel fork to deflect the incoming short sword. Taking advantage of the opening, Uchiha Yoru quickly jumped onto Manda's head, forming hand seals while shouting, "Manda!"

This time, Manda was no longer as arrogant as before. Its huge body released Gamabunta and retreated backward. At the same time, Uchiha Yoru had just finished forming hand seals.

"Jiraiya, you bastard!"

As the immense force of the serpent's coils loosened, Gamabunta, his face flushed and panting heavily, angrily cursed Jiraiya, "I may like to brag, but don't you know I can't beat this stinky snake? You actually dared to challenge me to a one-on-one fight!"

"Gamabunta!" Jiraiya exclaimed in alarm as he watched Uchiha Yoru form hand seals. However, just as Gamabunta was about to catch his breath, his massive body suddenly staggered, and he lost his balance and collapsed to the ground with a thud.

Earth Escape·Huangquan Marsh

The ground instantly turned into a viscous swamp. Gamabunta lost his balance and sank in, lying awkwardly in the swamp. At that moment, Jiraiya jumped on his head and finally managed to say the two words he hadn't finished.

"careful."

Jiraiya gave an embarrassed smile as he watched Gamabunta sink into the swamp; he had been careless. Gamabunta, on the other hand, was furious. He raised his head and glared at the little brat on Manda's head in the distance, roaring, "Brawl!"

When has Gamabunta ever been so embarrassed? Even when he teamed up with Jiraiya to fight Orochimaru, he was never this foolish. Today, he really messed up his toad-like appearance.

"Holy crap! Does this kid have chakra for free?!"

Just then, Jiraiya couldn't help but exclaim in surprise. He saw Uchiha Yoru, who was on top of Manda's head in the distance, revealing an evil smile. His body had already turned into mud clones, while the real Uchiha Yoru was on the edge of the swamp, hiding under a large tree. His hands had already formed hand seals, and he suddenly took a deep breath. In an instant, flames spewed out of his mouth.

Fire Release: Great Dragon Fire Technique

A massive amount of chakra was compressed and formed into a giant fire dragon that roared out. In one breath, five huge fire dragons were spewed out, completely blocking Gamabunta from all angles from below.

"Damn it, this brat knows my fighting style."

Jiraiya shouted in shock and anger. This brat's fighting style was completely based on his information. He almost always took the initiative in terms of ninjutsu and even knew his fighting style very well. It was obvious that this must be Orochimaru's work.

Although Jiraiya was shocked and angry, his eyes remained calm. It was clear that someone who had seen many storms would not lose his composure like this. However, this was just his exaggerated nature. He frowned and analyzed in his heart. The power of this cursed seal seemed to have increased the brat's strength and speed. Moreover, this feeling seemed similar to the natural energy of Sage Mode, but it was also different. It was more violent, which must be caused by the unstable natural energy controlled in this way.

Orochimaru is truly a genius. Just as Jiraiya was lost in thought, Gamabunta, whose limbs were almost entirely submerged in the swamp, roared, "Jiraiya!"

Damn it, these five giant fire dragons have completely sealed it off. Jiraiya, if you don't help it soon, it's really going to have to go back to Mount Myōboku.

"Bunta, use oil!"

Despite Jiraiya's loud laughter, he didn't feel threatened by the ninjutsu in front of him. Instead, after shouting, with the tacit trust between the two, Gamabunta almost reflexively spat out a large amount of oil from his mouth, and Jiraiya breathed out fire after completing the hand seals.

Fire Release: Toad Oil Flame Bullet

The overwhelming flames appeared like a waterfall, completely engulfing the fire dragons. If the fire dragons were giant rocks, then Jiraiya and Gamabunta's combined Fire Release ninjutsu was like a waterfall.

The powerful impact caused the five fire dragons to deviate from their course, flying at an angle past Gamabunta and soaring into the sky through the waterfall of fire.

It didn't work out!

However, as the raging waterfall of flames swept in, Uchiha Yoru, having already released his ninja, transformed into a bolt of lightning and sped toward Manda.

"Mandalas!"

Uchiha Yoru shouted, and the hot-tempered Manda, seeing this scene, although it was the first time the two had cooperated in battle, seemed to have a great understanding. Almost instantly, Manda understood the other's meaning, but he still cursed, "Kid, this time I want two hundred sacrifices."

There happened to be a huge pool of water nearby. The giant, thick serpent's tail lashed out at the pool with lightning speed, creating a brief waterfall barrier as water splashed down from the pool.

Sizzle~

The collision of water and fire instantly produced a loud hissing sound, accompanied by a huge cloud of mist.

This scene was clearly witnessed by the Konoha ninjas who were rushing over from afar, and countless people watched in shock.

"This is... this is the battle between the three legendary ninjas?!"

Shocking! Countless ninjas were witnessing such an earth-shaking ninjutsu duel for the first time; it was a battle that completely altered the landscape.

"No! It's not Lord Orochimaru, it's Orochimaru's disciple, Uchiha Yoru, fighting Lord Jiraiya!"

It was obvious that there were sensory ninjas among them, and they were shocked when they noticed the combatants in the distance.

"What?!"

Many people exclaimed in shock, "It's Uchiha Yoru! Orochimaru's disciple, to be able to fight Jiraiya to this extent, is simply terrifying."

The destructive power of a Jonin-level battle is already immense, but to alter the landscape requires a vast amount of chakra. Alternatively, it could be achieved with the help of a summoning beast.

For example, Jiraiya's combined ninjutsu with his summoned beast, Fire Release: Toad Oil Flame Bullet, is a massive ninjutsu that completely alters the landscape. In terms of power and range, it surpasses ordinary A-rank ninjutsu but is not as powerful as S-rank ninjutsu. However, it is an extremely powerful technique on the battlefield. It is a ninjutsu that was created entirely for large-scale wars.

Jonin don't have much chakra. In the anime, Kakashi Hatake once said that he could only release Chidori four times a day. Don't underestimate Kakashi just because he lacks chakra. Compared to other Jonin, he still has more chakra.

Moreover, Kakashi has a considerable amount of chakra, but it is constantly being depleted by his Sharingan, which is why he can't always be at full chakra level.

Uchiha Yoru's current chakra level is almost seven times that of Kakashi's. In addition, with the blessing of the first state of the Heaven's Curse Seal, although it is not the full state, the natural energy entering his body has also increased the power of his ninjutsu release.

Orochimaru was aware of the vast difference in chakra between the two from the beginning, so he chose to help with the summoning of Manda, given the enormous chakra required.

From the start of the battle until now, the following ninjutsu have been used: Fire Release: Great Fire Annihilation (Rank B), Rasengan (Rank A), Hidden Shadow Snake Hands (Rank C), Earth Flow Wall (Rank B), Hand-held Sword: Shadow Clone Technique (Rank A), Chidori (Rank A), Fire Release: Great Dragon Fire Technique (Rank B), and Glare.

Although two of the fire-style ninjutsu were only B-rank, they required a considerable amount of chakra. In addition, he had been in lightning-style chakra mode, and Uchiha Yoru's enormous chakra reserves were almost depleted.

"Kid, how much chakra do you have left?!"

Gamabunta and Gamaken stood to the left and right, respectively. Jiraiya, one of the three legendary Sannin, watched with a solemn expression as the figures in the distance disappeared with the dissipation of the mist. At this moment, Uchiha Yoru, who was standing on Manda, was panting heavily, and his whole body was drenched in sweat. During his dodge just now, a pebble had somehow cut his eyebrow, and the blood left him unable to open one eye.

The surrounding landscape was simply appalling, with traces of a great battle everywhere, and patches of burning oil scattered throughout the forest.

"Kid, you're already very strong for your age." Looking at the disciple Orochimaru had taken in, Jiraiya couldn't help but show his admiration and nod. He had a huge amount of chakra, superb ninjutsu, and was extremely skilled in taijutsu. As for genjutsu!

Thinking of this, Jiraiya looked at the three-tomoe Sharingan of the brat in the distance and couldn't help but shake his head, saying, "If this brat grows up, he'll probably be a real handful."

Dark clouds slowly obscured the sky, as if foreshadowing a major event in Konoha. A group of Konoha ninjas who had rushed over from afar were filled with shock. From this distance, they could see the post-war landscape, which was something that ordinary Jonin could not have created.

Jiraiya, eager to know the whole truth, looked at Uchiha Yoru, whose chakra was almost depleted in the distance, and laughed loudly, "Kid, you're quite strong for your age. Now you can tell me about Orochimaru, right?"

Regarding what Orochimaru said during their fight, while Jiraiya didn't think the Longevity Ninjutsu was possible, he couldn't say anything about Orochimaru's ninja way. As for cruelty? Jiraiya smiled bitterly. What right did a ninja have to use the word "cruel"? However, attacking a ninja from the same village would cross the line.

Uchiha Yoru, who was half-crouched on Manda's head in the distance, was panting heavily. He looked at Jiraiya in the distance, and a cold smile slowly appeared on his lips.

"Lord Jiraiya, you want to know the truth? Heh, I can tell you the truth, but I'm afraid you're not brave enough to face it all."

At this point, Uchiha Yoru's distrustful sneer made Jiraiya raise an eyebrow, and he crossed his arms, revealing a confident smile. "Haha, kid, don't worry, I am the Toad Sage Jiraiya."

At this point, Jiraiya, ever the goofball, raised an eyebrow, glanced meaningfully at the Konoha ninjas approaching from afar, and then shrugged with an indifferent smile.

"Even if Orochimaru tries to escape, I can't catch him. It's a good opportunity to see how much Orochimaru values ​​you, kid."

It's obvious that Jiraiya, despite his seemingly rough and burly appearance, is actually quite shrewd. From the very beginning, Jiraiya had other intentions. For example, now that Orochimaru is clearly in trouble, he was able to analyze the information from earlier and get a general idea of ​​what's going on.

It was something similar to what happened with White Fang, which had an extremely negative impact on his reputation. So when facing that brat Uchiha Yoru, Jiraiya tacitly chose to let Orochimaru leave first.

This kid's strength was also recognized by Jiraiya, who secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Orochimaru had quite a few direct ninjas, and if something really happened, this force would probably be wiped out, and the village would suffer the loss. So he needed a leader who could replace Orochimaru.

Taking over this force, at the very least, ensures its survival, so Orochimaru has a chance. Jiraiya's thinking was simple: if problems arise, he will definitely help his comrades, as this group will still be needed then. Unfortunately, he truly didn't expect Orochimaru to be so decisive.

"Jiraiya, something seems off about this kid."

Gamabunta, who had lived on Mount Myōboku for many years, clearly sensed something. He immediately raised his head and looked at the gathering dark clouds above. An inexplicable pressure rose in his heart, and he felt fear.

Following Gamabunta's reminder, Jiraiya looked up and his gaze gradually became blank. His mouth gaped open in shock as he exclaimed, "You... brat!"

In the distance, Uchiha Yoru, atop Manda's head, slowly stood up, revealing his proud and robust physique. Surrounded by arcs of electricity, he resembled a thunder god descending to earth. At this moment, his palms crackled with electricity, and a smile slowly crept onto his lips.

"Lord Jiraiya, this is a ninjutsu I developed under the guidance of Orochimaru-sensei. It's lightning falling from the sky. I wonder how you, one of the Legendary Sannin, will dodge it."

Gudong!

At that moment, Jiraiya nervously swallowed, his face filled with unprecedented solemnity. Looking at Uchiha Yoru in the distance, he knew he had underestimated his opponent.

"Kid! Tell me the truth about Orochimaru!"

Even at this point, Jiraiya still hadn't given up. He needed to know the truth about Orochimaru. The situation in the village had escalated to the point of being pursued. If he wasn't careful, the prestige his friend had built up over the years would vanish completely, something he didn't want to see.

He didn't want the village to go too far; as long as Orochimaru had a chance to turn back, he would never let him go.

"Lord Jiraiya! The truth is that Orochimaru, the master of Wood Release, has developed it. The village is going to restart the Wood Release project and has also entrusted the master with the development of two forbidden techniques. Root sent countless ninjas for human experimentation, you know what I mean. However, we later discovered that some of them were village ninjas, so the master had us secretly put these fellow villagers in prison."

Listening to Uchiha Yoru's account, Jiraiya's face turned extremely ugly. So that's how it is! Why didn't Orochimaru object? No! Or perhaps the Third Hokage was involved or tacitly approved of this. He recalled the Fourth Hokage's situation, and he fell silent.

At the time, he also agreed with the Third Hokage's political philosophy that Konoha needed stability. As a result, he sided with his student Minato, as did the Third Hokage, and Orochimaru ultimately failed.

Now! Abandoned once again by the village, abandoned by his teacher, and tempted by immortality, Orochimaru chooses to stand by and watch. If the village and the Third Hokage choose to support him, then he will move forward; if they abandon him, then he will sever all ties!

Jiraiya understood Orochimaru's nature, but that's precisely why he was even more anxious; Orochimaru was truly capable of anything.

"By the way, I visited the Third Hokage a while ago and included a scroll of reports from Root members about their secret use of village ninjas in my gift. The return gift I received was the Third Hokage's signature ninjutsu, as you saw. And also!"

At this point, Uchiha Yoru revealed a sinister smile, "It seems there are quite a few people in the village who want Orochimaru-sensei to disappear."

boom!

This information shocked Jiraiya, and at the same time, dark clouds rolled in from the sky.

Lightning Release: Kirin

(End of this chapter)