NOVEL NEXT Chapter 8: Chapter:7
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The battlefield remained chaotic, flashes of red and blue light tearing through the night as jutsu clashed against jutsu. Uchiha Hirito, blending into the shadows, watched the scene intently. His breathing remained steady, controlled through the Yin Breathing Technique he had perfected in Murim. Every inhale and exhale masked his presence further, allowing him to remain undetected.
As I observed the battle, a strange sensation stirred deep within me. My eyes felt as if they were being probed, as though an invisible force was pressing against them. The feeling grew stronger, relentless, as if an entire realm was ready to burst open within my gaze.
Not now, I told myself, forcing the sensation down. This wasn't the time to lose focus. Suppressing the restless energy in my heart, I returned my attention to the battlefield.
The clash between the Uchiha and the Hidden Cloud ninja had reached a stalemate. Rishiki, the Uchiha guard who had engaged the enemy jonin, was holding his ground, but the battle had slowed to a tense exchange of blows and counterattacks.
The sound of reinforcements arrived in the form of rushing footsteps and the distinct crackle of the Body Flicker Technique. Hatoshi appeared alongside three other Uchiha guards, his expression serious and focused. The flare's signal had brought them together quickly.
"We'll assist you, Rishiki," one of the clan members said as he rushed toward the jonin, engaging the remaining Hidden Cloud ninja with practiced precision.
"Find the other one!" Hatoshi ordered, his voice sharp. The jonin and Ikazuchi were the only enemies left, and allowing either of them to escape with information was unacceptable.
Rishiki pointed in the direction Ikazuchi had fled. "That way, Captain!"
Hatoshi didn't waste a second, disappearing in a blur of motion. His Body Flicker Technique left a trail of disturbed leaves in his wake as he pursued the fleeing ninja. Hirito, hidden in the shadows, took a deep breath and followed, his movements silent and swift.
Using the Cloud Steps technique from Murim, Hirito moved effortlessly through the trees, combining it with the Yin Breathing Technique to mask his presence further. He trailed behind his father, observing every detail of the pursuit.
As I sped through the forest, my Sharingan flared to life, the three tomoe spinning rapidly in my red eyes. The chakra gathered in my pupils sharpened my perception, allowing me to track even the faintest movements of the enemy ahead.
This isn't just a random intrusion, I thought, my expression hardening. To act so boldly within the coverage of Konoha's perception barrier, they must have Classified information.
The Hidden Cloud jonin, now reinforced by his Lightning Release chakra, was proving to be a formidable opponent. His speed was extraordinary, making it nearly impossible to land a decisive blow. My Sharingan could track his movements, but even then, his reflexes kept him one step ahead.
We clashed again, lightning-infused strikes colliding with my blade, sending sparks flying. I quickly retreated, my mind racing.
Damn it, we've been in a stalemate for two minutes now. If reinforcements don't arrive soon...
I gritted my teeth, pushing my frustration aside. This wasn't just about winning a battle; it was about protecting the village from an information leak that could tilt the scales of power in another war.
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Hirito's POV
From my vantage point, I watched as my father confronted the Hidden Cloud jonin. His movements were precise, and the power of the Sharingan was on full display, but even he was struggling to keep up with the enemy's lightning-infused speed.
The Uchiha truly are formidable, I thought, my heart pounding as I observed the battle. My father's expertise was undeniable, but even the Sharingan had its limits. The enemy's techniques were pushing him to those limits.
I remained hidden, suppressing my chakra entirely. My breathing remained steady, my presence masked by the Yin Breathing Technique. Despite the chaos unfolding before me, I felt calm, focused. This was my chance to learn—not just about this world's power, but about its limits.
The clash continued, the forest trembling with each exchange of blows. Hatoshi's Sharingan eyes darted rapidly, analyzing every movement of his opponent. The Lightning Chakra Mode of the Hidden Cloud jonin was a problem—it enhanced his speed and reflexes to such a degree that even the Sharingan struggled to find an opening.
Hatoshi leaped into the air, narrowly avoiding a lightning-infused strike. Landing on a tree branch, he steadied himself and quickly scanned the area. "You won't escape," he muttered, his voice low and resolute.
The Hidden Cloud jonin smirked, his voice taunting. "Your Sharingan may see my movements, but can you keep up?"
Hatoshi didn't respond, his tomoe spinning as he prepared his next move. Every second counted. If the jonin escaped, Konoha's vulnerabilities would be exposed.
Hatoshi's POV
With the jonin subdued, I focused my attention on Ikazuchi. He was fast—faster than I expected—but he wouldn't get far. I pushed off the ground with the Body Flicker Technique, closing the distance in an instant.
My Sharingan spun rapidly as I searched for an opening. The clash of our techniques had been relentless, but I couldn't afford to let him escape. He has information that could change everything.
"Ikazuchi!" I shouted, my voice cutting through the forest. "This ends here!"
The Hidden Cloud ninja didn't respond, his focus entirely on escape. Lightning crackled around him, his speed unmatched, but I refused to let him out of my sight.
Hirito's POV
I watched closely, every movement, every clash, noting how my father's attacks came closer but never quite connected. Ikazuchi was fast—too fast. Even with the Sharingan tracking his movements, my father couldn't land a decisive blow. Each failed attempt only stretched the fight longer, increasing the risk of him escaping.
This isn't working. If he gets away...
End of the Chapter.