Minato's idea was good, and his strategic judgment was correct.
However, he underestimated Isshiki's hatred for him, or misjudged Isshiki's intent to kill him!
Isshiki's action of killing Ōnoki was just a feint, meant to trick Minato into saving the Jinchūriki.
Thus, Isshiki, who was only halfway through rushing to reward Ōnoki with two black rods, immediately turned around and headed straight for Minato!
*WHOOSH!*
His speed was so fast, like a red stream of light piercing through the sky!
Minato controlled the Kyuubi to attack immediately, even spitting out a Bijudama aimed directly at Isshiki.
*BOOM!*
Isshiki flew towards him, but he didn't dodge at all. He shattered the Bijudama with a single punch and continued flying towards Minato!
Destroying a Bijudama with bare hands?
Minato had seen incredible things, but he had never seen anything as incredible as this!
But the worst was yet to come.
Isshiki charged towards the Kyuubi, directly tearing through the Bijuu's skin, and punched Minato once again!
The fully manifested Kyuubi's defense was astonishing. It was stronger than the third stage of the half-Susano'o clad in Karasu Tengu armor. It could even withstand a Bijudama explosion at close range!
But compared to Isshiki's absolute Six Paths-level power, it wasn't worth mentioning at all.
It was destroyed with just one punch!
"Cough..."
Minato spat out another mouthful of blood, his entire chest caved in.
Fortunately, the Kyuubi weakened part of the force, otherwise, this punch would have directly taken his life!
But even though he didn't die, Minato was severely injured and in critical condition.
He spun several times in the air, nearly losing consciousness, and even memories of his death flashed through his mind.
*SWOOSH!* *SWOOSH!* *SWOOSH!*
Isshiki shot five more black rods, knocking Minato out of the air, piercing his limbs, and nailing him to the ground.
This time, after locking his chakra, Minato could no longer use the Flying Thunder God to escape.
In fact, even if the black rods weren't inserted, the nearly-dead Minato wouldn't be able to perform ninjutsu.
*CRACK—*
Isshiki broke Orochimaru's neck and threw him away like trash.
Now that Minato was dealt with, there was naturally no more use for this bargaining chip.
Then, Isshiki slowly descended from the air and stopped beside Minato.
He pulled out another black rod, aiming it at Minato's head, and gently praised:
"You only have half of the Kyuubi inside you, right?"
"Very good. Even if I kill you, I won't have to wait long for the Kyuubi to revive."
"Fourth Hokage, I acknowledge you. You are the first human besides that woman to make me so angry and humiliated. You are a lower-class creature worthy of pride!"
"An unforgivable sin against our clan. So, go to hell!"
Isshiki controlled the black rod and thrust it down, aiming directly at Minato's head!
But at this moment, Minato suddenly disappeared, teleporting as if he had activated the Flying Thunder God!
'Impossible!'
Isshiki was shocked and couldn't believe that Minato could escape!
Under the blockade of the black rods, Minato couldn't even move his chakra, so how could he use ninjutsu?
Moreover, the five black rods on the ground were still there. Even if it was the Flying Thunder God, he would have to take the black rods with him and leave?
This is completely illogical!
Not long after, Isshiki found Minato.
The other party appeared about a hundred meters to the right, and there was suddenly an additional figure there.
❂❂❂❂❂
Minato sat up with difficulty and looked at the Immortal Blessing beside him.
'As I suspected, it was that man who saved me! Only Sir could have taken me out of the black rod blockade without any warning.'
'I didn't expect it to end like this.'
Minato couldn't help but smile bitterly:
"Sir, I—"
"You're quite impressive. There are only a few people in the ninja world capable of pushing Isshiki to this point."
Lux spoke from the heart.
Others, even if they were super Kage-level individuals, might not be able to last more than two rounds against Isshiki, let alone in his Second Stage.
So when he first watched the show, Lux wasn't in a hurry to take action.
After all, even if Minato was defeated, there was hardly anyone who could hold onto a ninja skilled in the Flying Thunder God, unless he chose to stay voluntarily.
Therefore, Lux never intended to take the initiative to intervene in Minato's battle.
Moreover, when the ninja world unites in the future, Minato himself will be responsible for maintaining peace.
Lux has to manage seven parallel ninja worlds, how could he always be a bodyguard for Parallel World 4's Minato?
However, at this stage, it's very difficult for Minato to defeat top-tier villains like Otsutsuki Isshiki.
After all, the opponent's full condition is enough to defeat future Quasi-Six Paths Naruto and Sasuke.
It's only natural that Minato can't win now.
As for Parallel World 4, Lux has already bet a lot on Minato and Konoha, and the progress of unification has reached 52%. Naturally, he couldn't just watch Minato be killed by Isshiki.
Lux didn't want to start over again.
So why wait until Minato's life was hanging by a thread before saving him?
Of course, the goal is to gain favor and add goodwill.
No matter how cliché it is, timely assistance is definitely more effective than adding a layer of sugar to the cake.
This is the wisdom accumulated by ancestors over thousands of years.
Moreover, fighting Isshiki directly would allow him to experience the terrifying power of the Otsutsuki firsthand; it would also increase Minato's sense of urgency and accelerate the progress of Konoha's unification.
"Sir, that person..."
"Leave it to me."
Lux turned to look at Isshiki, and Isshiki met his gaze.
"Rinnegan? How do you have it? Who are you?"
Isshiki frowned and asked directly. And he tried his best to suppress the urge to attack.
He clearly saw Lux's Rinnegan and also sensed the massive chakra in the other's body, which was not inferior to the Kyuubi.
Isshiki couldn't help but feel fear due to the sudden appearance of a powerful man who had never existed before.
Moreover, Isshiki knew better that each Rinnegan has unique exclusive abilities, and some of its strange abilities could even easily kill him!
Before knowing the effect of the opponent's unique ability, he didn't want to risk a fight to the death.
Especially since the Kama on Obito's vessel hasn't been repaired, now that Jigen is dead, Isshiki is truly finished.
"You've been hiding for thousands of years. If you appear now, aren't you afraid Kaguya will come out and devour you?"
Lux asked casually, who told me I have so much information?
Isshiki's pupils suddenly shrank in shock.
Clearly, the revelation of his identity and the hatred between them and Kaguya was beyond Isshiki's expectations!
This is a huge secret only known to Kaguya and him. Could the other party also be from the Otsutsuki clan?
No, absolutely not!
So how does the other party know this?
The other party knows that he has been hiding for thousands of years. Could the other party also have lived for thousands of years?
Isshiki grew more doubtful in his heart, and more curious and fearful of Lux.
"Who are you?"
"It doesn't matter who I am. But you, aren't you afraid of dying here?"
"The Kama on your vessel is broken. If you die now, you won't be able to fully revive with the help of Kama!" Lux chuckled.
He directly exposed Isshiki's secret, causing his face to drastically change!
'Does this person really know all the characteristics of Kama? Could he really be from the Otsutsuki clan and a foreign servant under the command of another clan member?'
'Then why did you come out to stop me?'
"How do you know this? Who are you?"
"How about this. Let's end it today. You can take Obito away, and come back for revenge after you've cut him. Isn't this a good suggestion?"
"You…"
Isshiki's expression changed several times; he wanted to ruthlessly unleash his power and force this person to tell the truth.
But he finally managed to hold back.
Facing an unknown Rinnegan user, Isshiki indeed wasn't confident he could kill him in one strike.
Moreover, the other party was so calm and composed, he must have full confidence.
Moreover, what Lux said was true. Since his vessel isn't complete, he really doesn't have the capital and courage to gamble his life.
It's better to take a step back first.
Once his vessel is ready, he will return to settle the score!
"Okay! I agree!"
Isshiki was still very patient and adaptable, and he truly agreed.
After saying that, he prepared to leave with Obito.
It's never too late for an Otsutsuki to take revenge!
"Wait…"
Lux suddenly called out to Isshiki. The latter suddenly turned around, slightly surprised: "Huh?"
"If I tell you to leave, will you really leave?"
Isshiki was confused: (O_o)??
"Come in and stay!"
Lux waved his hand, and the Golden Qiankun Seal in his hand instantly activated!