"T-This is the true meaning of the Blue Beast?"
Asama Santayu stared in shock at Might Guy, who had taken down three chakra-armored Snow Ninja in less than a minute.
He had never imagined that the seemingly goofy, kindhearted ninja—who had been carrying him on his shoulder—could have such a terrifying side.
The aura radiating from him now was that of a ferocious beast ready to devour its prey.
Just feeling the raw, unrelenting energy surging from Might Guy's body made it difficult for Asama Santayu to breathe.
And he wasn't the only one. Even Kakashi Hatake was left astonished by his longtime friend's display.
Was this really the same Guy he had known for so many years?
But opening the Seventh Gate right away...
That was reckless!
"Guy, why did you jump straight to the Seventh Gate?"
"Hurry and release the Eight Gates."
Hearing Kakashi's voice, Might Guy withdrew from the Eight Gates state.
Pain wracked his entire body, causing him to stumble slightly.
Kakashi quickly stepped forward to support him, scolding, "Both Mirai and I are here. Did you really need to go all out just for a few Snow Ninja?"
At these words, Might Guy returned to his usual cheerful demeanor.
He glanced at Uchiha Mirai and smiled. "Sorry for worrying everyone."
"This was my first time on a mission as Mirai's comrade, so I wanted to show him the results of my training."
"Even though the gap between us is still as vast as ever, this is the best I can do right now."
"Back then, you called me a genius of hard work. I didn't want to let you down!"
Mirai placed a hand on Might Guy's body, channeling the power of Yang Release to restore him to peak condition.
Then he smiled. "Guy, your youth burns brightly. Keep striving forward."
Receiving Mirai's approval, Might Guy's face lit up with overwhelming joy. His eyes even welled up with tears.
"Mirai!"
Seeing Guy open his arms wide, Mirai subtly stepped behind Kakashi.
He had no intention of engaging in an emotional embrace with Guy in public.
Left with no other choice, Might Guy turned to Kakashi instead, wrapping him in a tight hug.
"Kakashi, did you see that?"
"As long as we chase after our youth with all our might, we will achieve our dreams!"
Kakashi, straining to push Guy's face away, muttered, "Guy, wipe your nose first..."
...
Princess Koyuki Kazahana watched the dramatic scene unfold before her and couldn't help but glance at Uchiha Mirai beside her.
"Lord Mirai, just how strong are you?"
Might Guy's power alone was terrifying enough.
Yet, despite his overwhelming strength, he still treated Mirai with such reverence.
He had even cried tears of joy upon receiving Mirai's recognition.
What level of power did that imply?
Mirai took a step forward and replied calmly, "It's hard to put into words, but in this world, I am the strongest."
"So... you don't need to worry about Doto Kazahana."
"He can't harm you."
His voice was steady, filled with confidence, with a faint trace of arrogance.
That dominating presence made Koyuki's heart skip a beat.
Ever since the death of her father, she had always lived in fear, never truly feeling safe.
But now, for the first time, she experienced the warmth of having someone there to protect her.
...
As Mirai led the group into the palace, Doto Kazahana stood inside, clad in his chakra armor, surrounded by his guards, ready for battle.
Upon seeing Mirai, a sycophantic smile appeared on his face.
"Emperor, what an honor for you to visit the Land of Snow!"
"If only you'd informed me in advance, I would have arranged a proper welcome."
Kakashi's voice was cold. "You dared to send Snow Ninja to attack the Emperor. How bold of you."
Doto feigned surprise. "I didn't! There must be some misunderstanding."
"Lord Mirai, are you here to discuss the integration of the Land of Snow into the Divine Nation? Let's talk it over a meal."
Mirai ignored him and instead turned to Koyuki, who was clinging tightly to his arm.
"How do you want him to die?"
Before Koyuki could respond, Doto interjected hastily, "Koyuki, after my brother tragically perished in the palace fire, you disappeared."
"I've spent years searching for you, but to no avail."
"Now that you're back, I can finally return the Land of Snow to you."
Shameless!
Koyuki's chest heaved with anger as she glared at her uncle.
If she hadn't personally witnessed Doto murdering her father, she might have actually believed his act.
Such audacity! With acting skills like this, he should've been a performer, not a tyrant!
Asama Santayu stepped forward, pointing angrily at Doto.
"You bastard! You're still putting on a show?!"
"Lord Sosetsu was deceived by you back then!"
Doto turned to Asama, his expression darkening. "So it was you! You must've kidnapped Koyuki and filled her head with lies about me."
"Did you set fire to the palace that night?!"
Asama's face went pale with rage. "Y-You're slandering me!"
"Hah! Sounds like a guilty conscience to me."
"Nonsense!"
"Enough!" Koyuki shouted, her voice cold and resolute as she turned to face her uncle.
"I saw it with my own eyes."
"Doto Kazahana, prepare to die!"
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