This is a renowned lake in the Land of Water.
The vast expanse of the lake shimmered with a gentle blue hue, its surface resembling a blue satin adorned with rippling waves.
In the center of the lake lay a small plain, like a piece of jade embedded in the azure waters, exuding a captivating charm.
Suddenly!
The tranquil waters erupted into chaos, with towering waves surging skyward.
The plain at the lake's center was quickly engulfed by waves several meters high.
"Hurry!"
"The explosive tags must have injured it!"
"Where are the Chakra chains?!"
Ninja swiftly moved across the turbulent waters, their skill indicating they were at least Chūnin level or higher.
Several members of the sealing squad wielded gray-black chains, hurling them towards their target.
Their target was a gray mud turtle-like creature, covered in spikes and possessing three tails.
"Roar!"
Awakened abruptly from its slumber at the lake's bottom, the creature let out a furious roar and unleashed a massive water cannon from its mouth.
"Water Release: Water Formation Wall!"
A wide, sturdy water wall instantly formed, shielding the group of ninja.
Boom!
The power of the water cannon merely caused a large splash against the water wall—nothing more.
"It's the Mizukage-sama!"
"Mizukage-sama is amazing!"
The ninja shouted excitedly.
"Of course! Our Mizukage-sama can control the power of the Tailed Beasts!"
"This is just the tip of the iceberg!"
A young ninja boasted proudly to his companions.
"Alright!"
"Hurry and set up the sealing formation!"
Despite his baby-faced appearance and being just over 140 centimeters tall, Yagura's voice carried an unusual maturity and authority, contrasting sharply with his youthful image.
After speaking, Yagura retrieved the staff from his back—a hooked rod adorned with a green flower, its design quite peculiar.
With both hands, he twirled the staff gracefully, then pointed it sharply at the water's surface.
"Coral Assault!"
Instantly, clusters of pink coral sprang up on the lake, rapidly approaching the mud turtle-like creature.
Crack! Crack...
In no time, coral-like formations "grew" on the turtle's body, their glass-like sheen dazzling under the sunlight.
The coral formations seemed to bind the turtle's movements, slowing it significantly and causing it to struggle violently.
Bang! Bang!
Its massive limbs and tails thrashed against the water, creating tumultuous splashes.
Yet, the seasoned members of the sealing squad remained unfazed. Seizing the opportunity, they worked in pairs to precisely secure a chain around the turtle's neck.
"Ninja Art: Dragon Erosion!"
Yagura formed complex hand seals and soon summoned a water dragon.
Unlike typical water dragon bullets, this dragon was a viscous white.
Droplets falling from its body sizzled upon contact with the water.
The peculiar water dragon surged towards the mud turtle.
Sizzle!
A large plume of smoke rose instantly.
"Yee!"
Simultaneously, a strange, piercing screech emanated from the turtle's mouth.
Despite its hard shell, the dragon's liquid penetrated its limbs and head.
The liquid seemed highly corrosive, eroding the hard surface of its skin, accompanied by intense pain.
Taking advantage of this moment, the sharp tips of the Chakra chains pierced deep into the turtle's flesh.
Nearby, a dozen ninja stood around, forming hand seals.
Before long, a thick, dark brown earth platform appeared beneath the turtle, exuding an impression of solidity.
Boom! Boom!
Four tall stone pillars suddenly shot up around the platform, engraved with dense sealing runes.
Whoosh!
A burst of flame erupted from the tops of the stone pillars!
With the appearance of the flames, the black runes on the pillars transformed into Chakra arms, seemingly drawn to the massive Chakra within the turtle, twisting wildly.
These arms reached out towards the turtle, grabbing a mass of Chakra and pulling it back to the pillars to place atop the flames.
Poof!
The Chakra mass ignited fiercely upon contact with the flames, causing them to flare up.
Gradually, the turtle's struggles visibly weakened.
Slowly, it was reduced to mere whimpering, its large eyes filled with despair.
It seemed to be in a state of confusion, as if awakening from a long slumber.
Fragments of memories began resurfacing in its mind.
"The forehead protectors these guys wear..."
"The sealing technique..."
"The pain of these chains piercing into my flesh..."
"But, the strange ninja technique that human released, this corrosive acid, feels oddly familiar..."
"Seems like..."
The Mist ninja paid no heed to the turtle, now trapped like a fish in a barrel.
Aside from those maintaining the sealing formation, the other ninja gathered around Yagura.
"It seems the consciousness of the Three-Tails hasn't fully awakened, which saves us a lot of trouble. Well done, everyone!"
Yagura smiled, reassuring his subordinates. His baby-faced charm added to his amiable demeanor.
The newly revived Three-Tails was acting mostly on instinct, making its capture much easier since it couldn't even use Tailed Beast Balls.
Suddenly, Yagura's expression changed. He swiftly grasped the black iron rod and swung it towards an empty area.
Swish!
Everyone's eyes seemed to blur briefly.
A yellow figure appeared there.
"Sorry! I'm late!"
"Some village matters delayed me!"
Minato Namikaze, wearing a simple green Konoha vest, spoke apologetically.
Yagura's heart skipped a beat.
So, this is the Yellow Flash who terrorizes the ninja world?!
Facing such an enemy on the battlefield, only Kage-level warriors might stand a chance, while even Jōnin might not last a few rounds against him.
Thankfully, Elder Karatachi foresaw the danger. Facing such a terrifying opponent is unimaginable...
Recalling the actions of the Third Mizukage, Yagura couldn't help but wonder what the Third had been thinking...
Was he always so brave...?
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