Uchiha Ju pulled Uchiha Itachi out from the earth. "How are you, can you still fight?" she said with a smile.
Uchiha Itachi nodded. "I can!" Uchiha Ju nodded, then stepped back, creating a safe distance. "Shall we continue then?"
Uchiha Itachi nodded, and noted to himself that Uchiha Ju disliked the Heart Decapitation Technique. He mentally labeled the Heart Decapitation Technique as a forbidden jutsu.
(Heart Decapitation Technique: You #$%)
Uchiha Sasuke, watching from the side, was dumbfounded. Was Uchiha Ju this strong? To be able to exchange blows with his brother for so long, and what was that fire release jutsu just now!
Its range was huge! Its attack power was immense. Even though he was just spectating, even though he was far enough away, he could still feel the scorching heat of that jutsu!
This time, Uchiha Itachi took the initiative to attack. Using the Crow Clone Technique, he created a clone of himself. The two of them coordinated and charged towards Uchiha Ju.
Uchiha Ju activated her Sharingan. Three tomoe swirled within, carrying an air of supreme majesty.
The Uchiha Itachi on the left drew a kunai and thrust it towards Uchiha Ju. Uchiha Ju didn't dare be overconfident and quickly dodged. Come on, Uchiha Itachi was not Uchiha Sasuke.
This point, Uchiha Ju could still distinguish clearly!
The Uchiha Itachi on the right seized the moment and rushed towards Uchiha Ju. Seeing this, Uchiha Ju clapped her hands together. "Wood Release, Wood Dome Wall!"
As she spoke, layers of wood surged from the ground, forming a semi-circular shape that blocked in front of Uchiha Ju, separating Uchiha Itachi's real body from his clone!
Uchiha Itachi raised an eyebrow. Interesting! He gave his clone a look. After receiving it, the clone immediately changed its footing, circled around the Wood Dome Wall, and headed towards Uchiha Ju.
However, what he didn't expect was that the moment his clone crossed the Wood Dome Wall, Uchiha Ju extended her right hand, and three wooden spears shot out from the ground.
"Wood Release, Wooden Spears!"
Snap, snap, snap!
In just one second, they pinned Uchiha Itachi's clone in place, preventing any further movement.
"Sayonara, clone brother!" Uchiha Ju charged up for a strike. Poof!
Uchiha Itachi's clone disappeared, turning into crows. Uchiha Itachi's real body trembled slightly, feeling the pain, but he felt a strange sense of joy.
He didn't know how long it had been since someone had been able to inflict damage on him! Admittedly, this was partly because Uchiha Itachi was holding back. After all, if an Uchiha who had awakened the Mangekyo Sharingan fought seriously against an Uchiha who hadn't, it would be a crushing victory.
"Well done, Juju," Uchiha Itachi praised, a smile on his lips.
Uchiha Ju smiled slightly in response.
Uchiha Sasuke was stunned. Was his brother's strength really this powerful?
He couldn't have withstood any of Uchiha Itachi's attacks just now, let alone the coordinated attack technique using a clone!
And Uchiha Ju, who was only a year older than him, could actually do it. Compared to her, what kind of genius was he?
Thinking this, Uchiha Sasuke mocked himself for a while, then continued to watch the fight.
His eyes didn't blink, fixed on the battle, as watching their fight could only benefit him.
Uchiha Shisui, standing to the side, smiled. He thought Itachi was still being too gentle. Remembering when Uchiha Itachi had once pulled him into an illusion space, making him experience dismemberment for the first time, that kind of pain was etched into the illusion.
Uchiha Itachi was black-hearted cotton, appearing like a refined gentleman on the surface but being a crafty villain underneath.
He said let me test it. He was afraid the power of Tsukuyomi wouldn't be enough to make others submit, so he came to me. I endured three days and three nights of torture in that illusion space.
Uchiha Shisui's expression changed, recalling unpleasant memories.
Uchiha Itachi took a deep breath. "Juju, be careful!" He intended to use a jutsu. Uchiha Ju frowned and nodded.
Uchiha Itachi quickly formed hand seals. Uchiha Sasuke's eyes almost popped out.
He, he couldn't see the sequence of Uchiha Itachi's hand seals! He only saw the final seal. Uchiha Itachi took a deep breath, and a massive Fireball Jutsu shot out, hurling towards Uchiha Ju!
Uchiha Ju responded with a Fireball Jutsu of her own. Although launched later, it was evenly matched with Uchiha Itachi's move!
The two of them remained locked in this stalemate.
The temperature kept rising. Uchiha Sasuke's back was already soaked with sweat, yet he strained to keep his eyes open, wanting to see the outcome of this jutsu contest.
Uchiha Shisui, however, watched all this calmly. He was used to it, and this temperature was nothing. He put his hands on his hips and looked at Uchiha Itachi. Uchiha Itachi still appeared composed and at ease.
Looking at Uchiha Ju, similarly, her eyes were wide open, showing no sign of discomfort.
"These two really are something," Uchiha Shisui shook his head and sighed.
Time passed second by second. The two were still locked in their jutsu clash, but Uchiha Itachi began to turn pale. It seemed his chakra for today was almost used up!
Sensing Uchiha Itachi's abnormality, Uchiha Ju stopped channeling more chakra. Feeling this, Uchiha Itachi also withdrew his chakra.
The two finally ended in a "draw," but Uchiha Shisui saw through it all clearly. He couldn't help but sigh, truly the daughter of Ryun and Lady Tsunade, this chakra reserve was simply beyond reach.
Looking at Uchiha Ju's unchanged expression, Uchiha Itachi said calmly, "I lost."
But Uchiha Ju shook her head. "A shinobi isn't just about comparing chakra reserves. This was just training, and didn't Itachi-nii also have trump cards you didn't use?"
Hearing this, Uchiha Itachi was first taken aback, then smiled. "Our Juju is right." He placed his big hand on Uchiha Ju's head and ruffled her hair.
Uchiha Ju giggled. As for the subsequent taijutsu training, it was unnecessary now. The two performed the Seal of Reconciliation and went to rest on the side.
Uchiha Shisui teased, "Oh, you're back. Who's this? Isn't this Uchiha Itachi? Looking so weak after just a few minutes?"
Uchiha Shisui was provoking. Uchiha Itachi glanced at him. "Boring." Then he walked towards a nearby chair, sat down, and started drinking water.
Uchiha Ju sat down next to him and also started drinking water. While drinking, she noticed Sasuke beside them. His face looked as awkward as if he had eaten something unpleasant.
Seeing this, Uchiha Ju felt playful. She smiled. "Sasuke-kun, do you want to have a spar with me?"
Uchiha Sasuke's mouth twitched. He quickly shook his head. "No, no more." Are you kidding? Her chakra was terrifyingly vast, and she could fight Uchiha Itachi for so long!
This was clearly not someone he could defeat!
Uchiha Sasuke gritted his teeth and refused. Uchiha Shisui's eyes gleamed with an idea. "Since Sasuke is here today, how about I practice with you?"
Uchiha Sasuke's eyes lit up. He jumped out and nodded. "Okay, Shisui-nii!" He believed Uchiha Shisui definitely wouldn't go too hard on him. Besides, most of the theoretical knowledge taught this morning was by Uchiha Shisui, so he figured he could apply it soon.
Uchiha Shisui smiled. "Good, then, here I come!" With that, Uchiha Shisui used the Body Flicker Technique to start the spar. He was treating Sasuke based on the template of Uchiha Itachi when he was young.
However, if nothing unexpected happens, something unexpected is bound to happen.
Uchiha Sasuke was instantly stunned. The Body Flicker Technique, so fast! What to do! The next moment, Uchiha Shisui appeared behind him and patted his shoulder.
Cold sweat poured down Uchiha Sasuke's back. Had he been caught?
In Uchiha Shisui's view, this should be Uchiha Sasuke's Replacement Log, because that's how Uchiha Itachi used to evade his attacks back in the day.
Uchiha Shisui patted again, a look of confusion on his face. Why hasn't it turned into a log yet? Or the clone turning into smoke?
Uchiha Itachi's mouth twitched. He understood Uchiha Shisui's train of thought, but how should he say it out loud!
Uchiha Ju was bewildered. What were these two doing? Was this training? Why was Shisui-nii continuously patting Sauce-kun's shoulder?
Uchiha Itachi cleared his throat with a cough. "Shisui, let's just say, is it possible that what you're patting isn't a clone or a replacement, but the real body."
Uchiha Shisui froze. He looked at Uchiha Itachi with an incredulous gaze. Uchiha Itachi covered his face, his eyes dodging.
Uchiha Sasuke gritted his teeth. He executed an inverted hook kick towards Uchiha Shisui. Uchiha Shisui raised his arm and easily blocked the move. Before Uchiha Sasuke could make another move, Uchiha Shisui grabbed Uchiha Sasuke's calf and lifted him up.
"Kisama (Damn it!)" Uchiha Sasuke raged futilely there, struggling with both hands and feet. But to Uchiha Shisui, it all seemed too childish, causing no harm whatsoever.
"Sasuke! No swearing!" Uchiha Itachi's eyes widened. He stood up and walked towards Uchiha Sasuke. Uchiha Sasuke trembled all over and stopped struggling.
Uchiha Shisui awkwardly scratched the back of his head. "Ahem, Itachi, I didn't expect, your brother to be, so..."
Uchiha Itachi looked at him. "Although Sasuke isn't very strong now, I believe he will surpass me someday."
Uchiha Shisui nodded upon hearing this. "Yeah!" Then he put Uchiha Sasuke down. Uchiha Itachi quickly supported Sasuke and looked at him.
"In the future, train hard. I will teach you with all my effort," Uchiha Itachi said seriously to Uchiha Sasuke.
Uchiha Sasuke nodded, not speaking.
Uchiha Ju then stepped forward to look at Sasuke. "Do your best. Itachi-nii believes in you, and I believe in you too." She gave a brilliant smile.
Uchiha Sasuke pouted and turned his head away. What was this! Encouragement from the strong to the weak?
Uchiha Itachi patted his shoulder. "Sasuke, is this all the tolerance you have? As the son of the clan head, you must bravely face difficulties and overcome them!"
"Your elder sister Juju is encouraging you, you should accept it with humility!" Uchiha Itachi frowned. What was wrong with Sasuke today? Why was he always at odds with Juju?
Uchiha Sasuke mumbled a couple of times and actually started crying. He felt so wronged. His brother was taken, taken by a woman, and he doesn't dote on me anymore!
Uchiha Itachi felt a headache coming on. He took a deep breath and looked at Uchiha Ju and Uchiha Shisui. "Juju, Shisui, sorry, I'll take Sasuke back first."
Uchiha Ju nodded. "Okay." Then she looked at Uchiha Sasuke. "Bye bye, crybaby!"
Uchiha Sasuke's crying grew louder. Uchiha Itachi sighed. Uchiha Shisui waved at Uchiha Itachi. Their tactic was understood without words.
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