Killer Bee had seven blades embedded in various parts of his body. For each knife, he channeled lightning chakra to create the "Supersonic Lightning Style Blade," enhancing their lethality.
"Lightning Blade Dance!" Killer Bee shouted, using different parts of his body to wield the seven blades with incredible flexibility. His unpredictable and lightning-fast knife skills allowed him to launch a fierce assault against Sora.
Sora didn't use his Thunder Breath technique this time. After stimulating his body with Lightning Style chakra, he countered Killer Bee's attack with his own ninja sword.
Thanks to his Sharingan's insight ability, Sora managed to block every single one of Killer Bee's attacks.
Meanwhile, Killer A was constantly searching for an opening. Finding a gap between Sora's defense and Killer Bee's relentless assault, Killer A suddenly rushed behind Sora.
"Guillotine Drop!"
Killer A concentrated Lightning Style chakra into his feet, raised his right leg high, and brought it down hard toward Sora.
Sora attempted to dodge, but Killer Bee tapped into the Eight-Tails' power, extending two massive octopus tentacles that surrounded all three combatants.
This effectively prevented Sora from using either the Body Flicker Technique or Substitution Jutsu to escape. At the same time, Killer Bee increased the ferocity of his attacks, making it even more difficult for Sora to evade.
As Killer A's kick connected, Sora was smashed directly into the ground with such force that the earth cracked beneath him.
The seven Konoha shinobi and the sensory-type Cloud shinobi watching from a distance couldn't see the outcome clearly, as their view was obstructed by Killer Bee's octopus tentacles.
When Killer Bee finally retracted his tentacles, the Konoha shinobi were shocked to see Sora lying motionless on the ground while Killer A and Killer Bee stood unharmed.
Sora's body was twisted at an unnatural angle, appearing severely injured.
Had the Blood-Eyed Shura been defeated so easily?
"Konoha's Blood-Eyed Shura ain't so tough after all, fool! Yeah!" Killer Bee rapped triumphantly.
Killer A's brow remained furrowed. Something felt wrong, as if the victory had come too easily.
Suddenly, Sora's body twitched.
Killer A and Killer Bee immediately jumped back.
Sora's body continued to contort unnaturally until a hand emerged from his mouth. Like a snake shedding its skin, a wet and slimy but completely unharmed Sora crawled out from what appeared to be his own mouth.
Killer A and Killer Bee stared at Sora in astonishment. They had never encountered such a technique before.
This was one of the secret jutsu Orochimaru had taught Sora—the Orochimaru-Style Body Replacement Technique. It allowed the user to use their outer body as a shell and transfer themselves through the mouth.
Sora applauded Killer A and Killer Bee, seeming genuinely impressed. "Not bad, truly impressive. Your teamwork is remarkably seamless. I've been forced to defend the entire time and even had to resort to the Orochimaru-Style Body Replacement to escape. Now, let's see what happens next—it's time for me to show my true abilities."
The three tomoe in Sora's Sharingan disappeared, transforming into the Mangekyō Sharingan.
"Tsukuyomi! Amaterasu!"
Sora activated the abilities of both Mangekyō Sharingan simultaneously. Two lines of bloody tears streamed down from the corners of his eyes.
"Be careful, Bee! His chakra has changed completely!" warned Killer A.
Both Killer A and Killer Bee adopted serious expressions. After Sora activated his Mangekyō Sharingan, the aura he emitted made the hairs on their bodies stand on end.
Killer A attacked first, using his Lightning Style Body Flicker. Almost instantaneously, he appeared before Sora.
"Elbow Strike!"
Killer A concentrated Lightning Style chakra into his elbow and thrust it toward Sora.
However, just as he was about to make contact, the lightning surrounding Killer A's body suddenly dissipated, and his speed dramatically decreased.
Killer A's pupils contracted in shock. His Lightning Release Chakra Mode had unexpectedly deactivated. What was happening?
Sora's ninja sword was already swinging toward Killer A's neck.
Killer A quickly leaned backward and reactivated his Lightning Release Chakra Mode, narrowly avoiding Sora's slash.
As Killer A retreated, he signaled Killer Bee, who was charging forward, to stop.
Looking gravely at Sora, Killer A said, "Wait, Bee! Something's wrong with him now! When I got close to him, my jutsu failed!"
Killer Bee frowned. "Your jutsu failed? I thought you deactivated it on purpose, Brother."
Killer A snapped, "Idiot! Why would I deliberately cancel my own technique?"
"Hey, isn't it rude to ignore me like this?" Sora taunted, slightly bowing his body as he placed his hand on the hilt of his sword.
Killer A immediately adopted a defensive stance. "Bee, stay alert!"
"Thunder Breath: First Form: Lightning Flash: Super Speed!"
Powerful lightning erupted from Sora's body. The roar of thunder was so intense that everyone's ears hurt from the sound.
Killer A sensed the overwhelming power of Sora's technique. It was too fast—he had no time to warn Killer Bee.
Killer A instantly activated his strongest Lightning Armor, pushing his physical capabilities to their limits. This greatly enhanced his speed, strength, and defense as he moved to shield Killer Bee.
In the next moment, a deep wound appeared on Killer A's chest, cutting to the bone.
Blood splattered across Killer Bee's face.
"Brother!"
Killer Bee froze in shock. His brother had suddenly positioned himself as a shield, and now a severe stab wound had appeared on his chest.
Killer Bee turned his head in disbelief to see Sora standing behind them.
Such incredible speed—even his eyes couldn't follow it!
"Haha, you truly are the Blue Lightning. Even when I used my Super Speed, you still managed to react," Sora said, flicking the blood from his blade before fixing Killer Bee with a cold stare. "What's wrong? You haven't transformed into your Tailed Beast form yet. Don't tell me you think you can face me in your current state?"
Killer Bee bared his teeth as red chakra began emanating from his body, forming a Tailed Beast cloak.
"Bee! Control yourself!" Killer A shouted.
Veins bulged across Killer Bee's body as he struggled to contain his rage. "Brother, I am in control. I'll take the lead this time!"
Killer Bee charged toward Sora.
"Lightning Blade Dance!"
Once again, Killer Bee utilized his seven swords with incredible flexibility. Wrapped in the Tailed Beast cloak, his speed and strength were significantly enhanced.
Compared to his previous assault, Killer Bee was now far more aggressive and direct.
But Killer Bee encountered the same problem Killer A had experienced. Every time his seven blades came close to striking Sora, the Tailed Beast chakra surrounding them inexplicably dispersed.
As a result, Killer Bee's attacks appeared powerful but were actually no more effective than before.
Sora seized a gap in Killer Bee's assault and thrust his ninja sword directly into Killer Bee's abdomen.
However, an octopus tentacle emerged from Killer Bee's body and wrapped around Sora's ninja sword, preventing full penetration. Only the tip of the blade managed to pierce Killer Bee's flesh.
Sora smiled grimly. "I've heard that Tailed Beast chakra can heal a Jinchūriki's wounds. Let's put that to the test, shall we?"
"Lightning Release!"
"Thunder Breath: Fifth Form: World Scorching Thunder!"
Sora's ninja sword released high-temperature lightning slashes that bombarded Killer Bee's abdomen.
In an instant, a blackened, bloody hole appeared in Killer Bee's stomach.
"Damn it! Lightning Straight!" Killer A transformed into lightning and launched a powerful punch at Sora.
Sora took a step back, easily avoiding Killer A's fist.
Killer A immediately grabbed Killer Bee's arm and retreated to put distance between them and Sora.
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