Chapter 54: We Lost This War

Chapter 54: Chapter 54: We Lost This War

However, under the influence of Gardevoir’s Trick Room, before Hanzo of the Salamander could fully complete his Water Body Flicker to escape, Uchiha Xuan’s great blade was already upon him.

With no other choice, Hanzo of the Salamander swiftly formed hand seals. The surrounding rainwater rapidly converged, enveloping his entire body to form a towering water column.

The demonic blade of the Indestructible Demon Body slashed down, instantly cleaving the water wave in two. Water splashed everywhere, but Hanzo of the Salamander’s position was nowhere to be seen.

In response, Uchiha Xuan fiercely swung his blade again, striking the ground not far away.

Boom!

The ground cracked open, and a slightly smaller salamander crawled out, only to be instantly sent back to its maker by Uchiha Xuan’s blade.

Within the white mist, Hanzo of the Salamander’s figure appeared, swiftly dodging backward. As he evaded, Hanzo removed his gas mask and rapidly formed hand seals.

"Water Style: Raging Rain Poison Wave!"

With the final seal completed, Hanzo opened his mouth and spat out a cloud of poisonous mist. It instantly fused with the gathered raindrops around him, shooting toward Uchiha Xuan like bullets.

Uchiha Xuan neither dodged nor avoided it, merely continuing to swing his great blade forward.

Sizzle!

The raindrops carrying the poisonous mist struck Uchiha Xuan’s Demonic Armor, emitting a series of corrosive sounds, yet they failed to damage the armor in the slightest.

This type of sustained poisonous damage was completely countered by the damage-blocking properties of the Demonic Armor, rendering it utterly incapable of breaking through its defense.

In the Demonic Armor state, unless the target’s attack power exceeded the damage-blocking attributes granted by the armor, it was impossible to inflict any damage.

However, in the eyes of Hanzo of the Salamander, this scene meant that Uchiha Xuan was completely immune to his attack.

To the side, the "Three Legendary Sannin"—Jiraiya, Tsunade, and Orochimaru—who had dispelled their Summoning Jutsu, could only use some Ninjutsu to restrict Hanzo’s movement and positioning. They were fundamentally unable to intervene in the battle between the two.

"Tsunade, that armor on that kid... it couldn’t be the legendary one, could it? The one said to be a legendary power only the Uchiha clan possesses," Jiraiya whispered to Tsunade beside him, his gaze fixed intently on Uchiha Xuan’s figure.

"Idiot, that’s clearly not a materialization of Chakra," Orochimaru interjected coldly before Tsunade could speak. "And what you’re referring to is the power said to be possessed only by Uchiha Madara in legend. That is... the ultimate power of their Uchiha clan’s Kekkei Genkai, something referred to as Divine Power. Although Uchiha Xuan is strong, it’s quite clear he hasn’t mastered such power yet. As for that thing on him, I’m more inclined to believe it’s some kind of unique Ninja Tool, just like... his blade. His blade is even sharper than my Kusanagi Sword. Aren’t any of you... curious about why he possesses so many unique Ninja Tools?"

"As a comrade, I’ll give you a piece of advice," Orochimaru continued. "You’d better not be curious about Xuan’s things. Given Xuan’s personality, he would most likely assume you have malicious intentions."

"Also, stop chatting here. Since you can’t intervene in their fight, go help on the other side. I’ll keep an eye on him here."

Upon hearing this, Tsunade immediately frowned and warned her friend. As both a teammate and close friend, she knew Orochimaru’s curiosity about things all too well.

She didn’t want Orochimaru and Uchiha Xuan to end up clashing.

"Hmph."

In response, Orochimaru merely let out a light scoff, his eyes playful.

..........

On the other side.

"Dammit, what kind of technique is this kid using? And that armor... it doesn’t seem to be made of Chakra. All Rain Ninja! Retreat! I’ll cover the rear here!"

After missing with one move, Hanzo of the Salamander immediately shouted loudly to all the Rain Ninja nearby. The situation had become even more troublesome after Uchiha Xuan donned the Demonic Armor.

"Leader!"

Hearing Hanzo of the Salamander’s command, all the Rain Ninja panicked and looked at him.

"Obey the order and retreat properly! Water Style: Roaring Rain Tigers! Uchiha brat, if you stop now, I can overlook your previous disrespect. Your talent is good; I don’t want you to enter the Pure Land so early."

Hanzo of the Salamander quickly formed Hand Seals, and several rain beasts roared as they charged toward Uchiha Xuan.

"Too much talk."

With a single slash, Uchiha Xuan shattered the rain beast in front of him and closed in again, swinging his blade toward Hanzo of the Salamander.

Seeing that Uchiha Xuan completely ignored his words, Hanzo of the Salamander felt a headache coming on.

This Uchiha ninja was exactly like the rumors said.

"Gardevoir, have Tsunade and the others organize the Konohagakure ninja to retreat."

While rapidly closing in on Hanzo of the Salamander, Uchiha Xuan quickly instructed Gardevoir, who was maintaining the Trick Room nearby, through their psychic link.

"Gardevoir~"

Upon receiving the order, Gardevoir immediately Teleported to Tsunade’s side.

Finally, with the help of the slug’s translation, Tsunade promptly responded.

"Orochimaru, notify all squad captains. The Rain Ninja have retreated. Hanzo’s poison is still active. Immediately organize the Konohagakure ninja to retreat to the agreed-upon location for detoxification!"

Tsunade created a Shadow Clone, which quickly rushed to Orochimaru’s location and spoke rapidly.

"All Konohagakure ninja, retreat immediately! Fall back according to Plan One for detoxification treatment!"

Hearing this, Orochimaru nodded in understanding and then shouted loudly.

Upon hearing this, the Konohagakure ninja immediately abandoned their pursuit of the Rain Ninja and quickly retreated to the rear.

Boom!

Hanzo of the Salamander, who had dodged another attack from Uchiha Xuan, flashed onto a tree. Seeing that both the Konohagakure ninja and the Rain Ninja had retreated, he took the mask hanging at his waist and put it back on.

"Uchiha brat, can you tell me your name?"

After putting on the gas mask, Hanzo of the Salamander spoke coldly.

"You’re not qualified to know."

Uchiha Xuan stood holding his blade, speaking coldly through the Demonic Armor.

"Not qualified? Hahahahaha... In this Ninja World, perhaps only you Uchiha ninja dare speak to me like that. You three in the back, notify Sarutobi Hiruzen to send someone to the Land of Rain. This war... we’ve lost."

Hanzo of the Salamander laughed heartily upon hearing this. After laughing for a moment, he looked past Uchiha Xuan and spoke solemnly to Orochimaru and the other two, who had just returned to the battlefield behind him.

After speaking, Hanzo of the Salamander turned his gaze back to Uchiha Xuan.

"Uchiha brat, you are strong, but your edge is too sharp. Perhaps... you are not suited for a place like Konohagakure. However, who can say for certain about the future? I hope that the next time we meet, I will be worthy of knowing your name."

With that, Hanzo of the Salamander turned and slowly walked toward the forest behind him. His pace was not fast—Uchiha Xuan could have caught up to him in an instant if he wished. Yet, watching Hanzo’s lonely retreating figure, Uchiha Xuan did not move. He simply dismissed the Demonic Armor with a calm expression, even though it still had several dozen seconds left before it would have expired on its own.

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