I don't know if it's because I'm with Sasuke, but every time I finish showing off, I end up getting a severe beating.
Before Jugo, in his Sage Transformation state, could even move, he saw a massive fist, as large as a boulder, already closing in on his face.
Boom!
The Raikage's fist struck Jugo directly, the sheer force of the impact launching him backward.
His body crashed into the wall behind him, sending up a thick cloud of dust and debris.
As the dust settled, Jugo was revealed standing, his arms having morphed into a massive shield-like structure to block the attack.
The Raikage's fist, still embedded in Jugo's hardened defense, remained stuck due to the immense pressure exerted in the clash.
The Raikage frowned, muscles tensing as he applied more force, continuously pushing forward.
Jugo gritted his teeth, his monstrous shield being compressed under the sheer strength of the Raikage's arm.
He let out a pained roar as his body struggled to withstand the force.
Meanwhile, C's eyes widened in alarm, and he quickly turned his head.
Suigetsu had taken advantage of C's brief lapse in focus, exploiting the blind spot in his field of vision.
With a swift movement, he raised the broken hilt of his Executioner's Blade and slashed directly at C!
"Got you!"
Just as Suigetsu thought he had landed a hit, a large blade intercepted his strike. Darui had managed to react in time, blocking the attack.
In mid-air, the shattered Executioner's Blade clashed against Darui's sword, sending sparks flying.
Their gazes locked in silent intensity.
Taking this opportunity, C tried to retreat, creating distance.
Upon landing, the two swordsmen clashed again. Blades met in a rapid exchange of strikes, each testing the other's skill.
Suigetsu grinned, his teeth clenched. "That's a nice sword you've got there."
Darui gripped his weapon with both hands, using its length to his advantage as he pressed down. "Just because yours is broken doesn't mean I'll hand mine over!"
Meanwhile, the Raikage gathered Lightning Release chakra into his left fist.
The crackling energy surged through his arm, his hand still pressing against Jugo's shield. The raw power radiating from his fist prevented Jugo from moving his arms.
The Raikage snorted. "Lariat!"
A violent surge of lightning burst forth as the Raikage drove his left fist forward in an explosive burst of speed and power, striking Jugo at point-blank range.
Jugo coughed up blood, his vision turning blurry as his consciousness slipped away. His body crumpled, rendered unconscious by the devastating blow.
The Raikage slowly lifted his head, eyes locking onto Sasuke.
The Uchiha had taken advantage of the distraction, leaping to the top of the wall and gripping its surface, his Sharingan gleaming ominously.
His hands were positioned in a hand seal, poised to counter.
The Raikage scoffed. "I won't be caught in any Sharingan illusions! My neural transmission and reflex speed are on par with Konoha's Yellow Flash!"
C, standing nearby, smirked as he watched Sasuke. "Lord Raikage is right. Especially when utilizing Lightning Release to accelerate his reflexes, not even the Sharingan can keep up."
The Raikage prepared to pull his fist back to engage Sasuke, but at that moment, Jugo's body suddenly shifted.
Fourteen cannon-like protrusions emerged from his body, evenly distributed from head to toe, all aimed directly at the Raikage. Chakra energy began to condense within each opening, forming chakra blasts.
The Raikage narrowed his eyes as he sensed the buildup.
Jugo let out a maniacal laugh. "Go to hell!"
Darui turned sharply. "Boss!"
C's expression darkened. "At this range?!"
Yet, the Raikage did not move.
The sound of charging energy filled the air as fourteen golden energy blasts erupted simultaneously, surging toward the Raikage in a blinding explosion.
BOOM!
The blast engulfed the battlefield in a storm of fire and shockwaves. The sheer force of the explosion sent debris flying, forcing everyone to shield their eyes.
Suigetsu squinted. "Did it work?"
C, covering his eyes, was equally shocked. That guy took a direct hit from the Raikage and is still standing?!
Just as he prepared to sense the Raikage's status, a shadow flickered before him.
C's pupils contracted in horror.
Sharingan!
Before he could react, he found himself trapped in an illusionary realm.
A towering Susanoo, shrouded in dark blue chakra, loomed before him. One of its massive hands reached out, grabbing him as if he were an insect.
C struggled, his body refusing to move. His voice trembled. "This... is Uchiha's Genjutsu?! These guys used their companion's attack as a distraction... I let my guard down. Damn it!"
The inky-black hand tightened around him, sprouting countless tendrils that wrapped around his head, further immobilizing him.
C's body trembled, his mind slipping away. He was a Genjutsu user, yet he had been completely caught off guard.
"I... can't... move!"
His body collapsed, motionless.
Darui, locked in battle with Suigetsu, saw his ally fall. His face twisted in alarm. "C!"
This brief distraction gave Suigetsu an opening. He lunged, slashing with his broken sword.
Damn it! Darui cursed. I don't have time to help him!
Forced to defend himself, Darui clashed blades with Suigetsu once more. "C! Get up!"
Up on the platform, Sasuke was crouched, one eye closed, panting. The strain of maintaining the Genjutsu was evident.
Jugo's body twitched in the crater where he had landed. He grinned despite the gaping wound in his chest, still dripping with blood.
He laughed maniacally. "Ha! He got me! He actually got me!"
Karin let out a breath, relieved. "Didn't expect Jugo to have that much firepower... Well, now that it's done, I should locate the Hokage before anyone notices—"
As soon as she extended her sensory perception, her face paled.
"No! Raikage's still alive!"
Below, Jugo extended his hands again, his expression wild. "Who's next?!"
CRACK!
A bolt of lightning struck. The Raikage reappeared, moving at blinding speed, delivering a right elbow strike directly into Jugo's face.
Jugo's body flew across the battlefield, crashing into another wall with a thunderous impact.
The Raikage lowered his arm, his expression filled with contempt. Jugo's body was embedded in the rubble, limbs sprawled in a crucifix-like position.
The Raikage turned toward Sasuke, eyes narrowed.
Sasuke stood tall, his Chidori-infused sword humming with electricity.
The Raikage's fists clenched.
This brat... he thought. That arrogant look on his face...
He really deserves a beating.
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