Chapter 162: Facing the AB Combo! Seeking All Support with 10,000 Words!
Konoha's Hokage Office.
"It really is the AB combo!"
After hearing Namikaze Minato's account, Sarutobi Asuma thought to himself, Sure enough.
Jiraiya's current strength is absolutely the ceiling for regular ninja.
With the Sage Power Eight Trigrams Seal, he can instantly enter Sage Mode. Among Cloud Ninja, in a one-on-one fight, likely no one can claim to be his superior.
Coupled with the summoning beasts from Mount Myōboku, the only ones who could injure Jiraiya would be the AB combo, the Fourth Raikage and the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki.
Although it's currently impossible to confirm if the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki is a perfect Jinchuriki, judging by the situation during the Third Great Ninja War.
At least Killer B can now freely utilize the Eight-Tails' chakra, similar to how Naruto utilizes the Nine-Tails' chakra mode.
"Since that's the case, I'll go,"
Sarutobi Asuma said, "I've fought the Fourth Kazekage, the Third Mizukage, and the Third Tsuchikage. Now only the Raikage is left."
"Then I'll be counting on you, Asuma!"
Namikaze Minato felt relieved.
He had called Sarutobi Asuma over precisely because he wanted Sarutobi Asuma's main body to take action.
After all, even Jiraiya was injured. Within Konoha, besides himself, it was only Sarutobi Asuma.
Sarutobi Asuma nodded and said, "Alright, I'll depart now!"
With that, he vanished.
Land of Hot Water.
Inside the commander's tent of Konoha's front-line base camp, Sarutobi Asuma's figure suddenly appeared beside Jiraiya, whose chest was bound with bandages.
"Asuma!"
Jiraiya, who was looking at a map, noticed him immediately and looked up in surprise.
"You look a little rough, Lord Jiraiya!"
Sarutobi Asuma chuckled, then placed a hand on Jiraiya's shoulder, and a green aura of chakra lit up.
"Hahaha, this injury isn't serious,"
Jiraiya laughed. "I knew you'd come, you rascal."
"If I didn't, it would have been the Fourth Hokage who had to come."
Sarutobi Asuma said with a smile.
Jiraiya's injury wasn't particularly severe; it was just a hole in his chest.
It was a sword wound, likely the work of that killer bee, Killer B.
"The Fourth Raikage already possesses strength comparable to the Third Raikage. His Lightning Style Chakra Mode is already incredibly proficient, and his speed is extremely astonishing. Coupled with the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki, Killer B, it's very difficult to deal with," Jiraiya spoke of the situation, his expression turning serious. "Moreover, Killer B, the killer bee, seems to have improved greatly compared to the last Ninja World War. It's suspected that he has completely mastered the power of the Tailed Beast."
"Eight-Tails, huh… Perfect. I'll borrow some of its chakra to study,"
Sarutobi Asuma said with a grin.
Jiraiya's mouth twitched upon hearing this.
This guy was too arrogant, not even considering his feelings.
"Alright, you're fully healed now."
In just two minutes, Sarutobi Asuma withdrew his hand, and Jiraiya's injuries were completely healed.
Jiraiya tore off the bandages and exclaimed, "You're already better at healing than Tsunade!"
Sarutobi Asuma shrugged. "The student surpasses the master!"
Fifteen minutes later.
Under the leadership of Sarutobi Asuma and Jiraiya, the Konoha ninja launched a full-scale counterattack.
On the other side.
In the Cloud Ninja main camp, inside a tent, the Fourth Raikage was discussing a plan for a night raid with his subordinates to break through Konoha's defenses in one fell swoop, infiltrate the Land of Fire, and force Konoha to concede some benefits. Suddenly, a ninja rushed into the tent.
"Lord Raikage, Konoha has counterattacked! All three defense lines have been breached? A large number of ninja are missing!"
The Fourth Raikage stood up abruptly, his face filled with rage and disbelief. "What?"
The various Jonin who were discussing the plan were also shocked. Dodai immediately said, "With such speed, it must be either the Fourth Hokage or Sarutobi Asuma, who possesses astonishing Lightning Style and is known as the new Ninja Demigod."
"Lord Fourth Raikage, please be careful!"
The Fourth Raikage strode towards the exit. "Understood!"
"Notify Bee!"
Three minutes later.
In the forest, Konoha ninjas and Cloud Ninjas faced off.
Upon seeing the young figure in the white robe with fire patterns beside Jiraiya, Dodai's expression immediately turned serious. "As expected, it's him, Sarutobi Asuma!"
Though it was their first meeting, he was absolutely certain.
Such a young ninja, yet possessing a demeanor different from other ninjas and exuding a dangerous aura; there was no one else in all of Konoha like him.
Killer B, wearing sunglasses, also focused his gaze on Sarutobi Asuma. Inside his mind, the Eight-Tails Ox-Demon appeared, warning him, "Bee, be extra careful of that guy. He gives off a very dangerous feeling!"
"Yeah, I can already feel it!"
Killer B nodded gravely. "It's been a long time since I've encountered someone like this! Idiot, moron!"
After responding to the Eight-Tails, he said to the Fourth Raikage, "That guy is strong!"
The Fourth Raikage nodded and said to Dodai, "You guys keep Jiraiya busy!"
"Understood!"
Dodai nodded.
"Are you done conferring?"
Sarutobi Asuma suddenly spoke, stepping forward.
"Hm?"
The Fourth Raikage's gaze sharpened.
Sarutobi Asuma's gaze swept over them, pausing on Dodai. "A user of Lava Style Kekkei Genkai..."
"Lord Jiraiya, leave dealing with him to me."
Jiraiya nodded. "Alright, we'll cover you from the sidelines!"
"Such arrogance!"
The Fourth Raikage roared, dense Lightning Style chakra appearing on his body, crackling with electricity. "I heard you're also a top-tier Lightning Style user. Let's see today whose Lightning Style is stronger!"
"What an arrogant guy, idiot, moron!"
Killer B held his swords with both hands, an octopus tail extending from behind him. "Big brother, let's take him down together!"
"Then I'm greatly looking forward to it!"
Sarutobi Asuma's mind raced as a purple Lightning Style armor covered his body.
"This level of Lightning Style..."
Dodai's pupils contracted. "It surpasses the Third, and even the Fourth..."
The Fourth Raikage's expression darkened. "This guy actually..."
"What a terrifying opponent, to have achieved this level!"
Cold sweat trickled down Killer B's face.
"Careful!"
Suddenly, Dodai shouted, spitting out a rubber ball formed from Lava Style that rapidly expanded and shot forward.
But the next moment, the rubber ball split in two.
"Completely unstoppable... No, my body isn't responding!"
Dodai's eyes widened.
Boom!
Dodai was sent flying backward, supported by an octopus tail. The charging Fourth Raikage was kicked away by Sarutobi Asuma, his body crashing through two large trees before stopping, blood oozing from the corner of his mouth.
Gulp?
Many Cloud Ninjas couldn't help but swallow, fear creeping into their hearts as they looked at Sarutobi Asuma.
Meanwhile, among the Konoha forces, there were sounds of admiration.
Sarutobi Asuma looked at Killer B. The Fourth Raikage, who had gotten up from the ground, charged again, shouting, "Bee, be careful!"
"Quick, protect Lord Killer B!"
Dodai yelled, once again unleashing his Lava Style ninjutsu.
Killer B, however, looked up. "It's overhead!"
Sarutobi Asuma descended from the sky like a thunder god.
Killer B crossed his chakra-infused swords above his head, while three more octopus tentacles shot out rapidly, a total of four tails aiming for Sarutobi Asuma, who was upside down.
But as the purple lightning enveloped them, the thick octopus tentacles were immediately torn to shreds.
Crack!
With a press of Sarutobi Asuma's palm, Killer B's swords exploded into countless fragments that shot out.
Dodai, who had turned to come to the rescue, could only use his rubber shield to protect himself, blocking the incoming blade fragments.
Boom!
The ground sank, then exploded. Rocks flew outward with purple lightning crackling everywhere, and billowing dust shot up into the sky.
"Killer B!"
The Fourth Raikage charged into the dust, but with a loud boom, he was sent flying back out, crashing through the dust cloud at even greater speed.
"Fourth Raikage-sama!"
The Cloud Ninja cried out in alarm. Some flew forward, while others watched the area shrouded in dust with wary, terrified eyes, cold sweat streaming down their faces.
"So strong, Asuma-sama!"
"He defeated the Raikage and the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki with such ease!"
"Besides, he's defeated the Kage from all the other four great ninja villages!"
"A Ninja Demigod, no, I think Asuma-sama can be called a God of Shinobi, on par with the First Hokage!"
"The Fifth Hokage position should definitely go to Asuma-sama!"
The Konoha ninja were collectively ecstatic.
Even Jiraiya couldn't help but show a relaxed smile at this moment. "This guy completely stole my spotlight!"
"And I can't even gauge his strength anymore!"
...
Inside the dust cloud, in a crater filled with debris, Killer B spat blood. "This guy... damn it, my body won't move at all!"
Killer B was utterly shocked.
He was a Tailed Beast Jinchuriki with incredible regenerative abilities, but now, his body had completely lost control.
It seemed to be more than just the effect of the Lightning Style.
"Little Eight, I'm leaving it to you now!"
Killer B said to the Eight-Tails.
"Understood!"
The Eight-Tails nodded with a grave expression, then took control of Killer B's body.
Instantly, massive Tailed Beast Chakra erupted outward, and Killer B's body rapidly transformed into a bull-headed octopus monster.
Sarutobi Asuma watched and smiled. "The Eight-Tails Ox-Demon is coming out!"
"You're still weaker than the Nine-Tails!"
Before he finished speaking, Adamantine Sealing Chains shot out from his palm, binding the Eight-Tails that was almost completely released.
"This kind of Fūinjutsu... no good, it's from the Uzumaki Clan!"
The Eight-Tails' expression changed. It immediately felt its Chakra being drained outward like a sluice gate.
"Killer B, this time I fear..."
The Eight-Tails' voice was strained. It had no way to resist.
This human brat before it gave it the feeling of facing the Sage of Six Paths.
In less than 3 seconds, the unleashed Eight-Tails retracted, and Killer B lay on the ground like a dead fish.
"Killer B!"
The Fourth Raikage roared.
By now, the dust had cleared. Sarutobi Asuma held Killer B and looked at the Fourth Raikage and the Cloud Ninja who had surrounded them again, smiling. "I'll be keeping the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki for now. If you want him back, surrender and come to Konoha to sign a peace treaty!"
"You damn brat!"
The Fourth Raikage was furious but didn't move again.
The previous exchange had already shown that they were no match for Sarutobi Asuma, and the gap was significant.
"Withdraw!"
Sarutobi Asuma flashed back to Jiraiya's side and handed Killer B over.
Jiraiya took him, nodded, and ordered the other Konoha ninja, "Withdraw!"
Sarutobi Asuma remained standing.
The many Cloud Ninja dared not move.
"You damn bastard, making such a demand!"
The Fourth Raikage clenched his fists, his teeth grinding audibly. Burning with rage, he glared at Sarutobi Asuma. "Are you trying to start a full-blown war?"
Sarutobi Asuma smiled slightly. "Raikage, don't shift the blame!"
"You were the ones who started the war!"
"We're being very lenient right now!"
As he spoke, Sarutobi Asuma's gaze turned cold, exuding an incredibly dangerous aura. "And don't doubt for a second that I have the power to annihilate your Cloud Village..."
"...and the resolve to do so!"
Asuma Sarutobi's figure vanished as his voice fell. Immediately after, the Fourth Raikage heard the screams of his subordinates.
"This is bad!"
The Fourth Raikage's expression changed, and he turned to rescue them.
However, despite his incredible speed, he was no match for Asuma Sarutobi, only able to trail behind him in the dust.
Inside the forest, screams erupted one after another as Cloud Ninja fell continuously.
"Lord Fourth Raikage, we must retreat!"
Dodai shouted loudly.
The next moment, he fell without a sound.
The Fourth Raikage's eyes threatened to burst, and seeing his dwindling subordinates, he roared the order: "Retreat!"
The remaining Cloud Ninja could no longer hold on and fled for their lives.
Asuma Sarutobi stopped and, looking back, said with a smile, "Don't forget to bring enough ransom!"
As his words fell, a large number of Shadow Clones appeared, carrying away the fallen Cloud Ninja.
"Damn it!"
The Fourth Raikage was filled with grief and rage, punching a nearby large tree until it exploded.
He had never seen anyone so arrogant!
Moreover, these were Cloud Ninja, an unparalleled humiliation for him!
If not for his remaining reason, he would have wanted nothing more than to return to the village immediately, muster a full army, and hunt down that bastard Asuma Sarutobi!
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