Chapter 212: The Nameless Aizen
Boom!
A thunderous sonic boom erupted as their fists collided, sending waves of pressure through the desert. The shockwave tore through the sand, cracking the ground beneath them as dust and gravel scattered outward like a storm.
A felt the force surging through his arm, his once-calm expression hardening into one of seriousness.
Bang!
Driven back more than ten meters, A skidded across the cracked earth, struggling to steady himself. His hasty strike had failed to overpower his opponent.
"Such strength and speed… could he be a hidden powerhouse from Sunagakure?" A muttered, narrowing his eyes.
The Kumogakure shinobi who had just arrived froze in disbelief. They had witnessed something they'd never imagined—the Third Raikage son pushed back in a direct exchange.
Killer Bee's eyes went wide, his mouth agape as if he'd been struck by lightning himself.
"My brother… actually lost in taijutsu?" he stammered, rubbing his eyes, half convinced he was under genjutsu.
This was his brother—the son of the Third Raikage, the man who had already mastered the fearsome Lightning Release Chakra Mode, the next Raikage in line. To see him forced back in raw strength was unthinkable.
"Everyone, be careful! This guy has incredibly strong Chakra!" Motomu shouted. Mugetsu had released his Transparent World concealment, and the oppressive force of his Chakra filled the air.
"You guys go first. I'll find you later," Mugetsu said sharply, turning to his disciples.
Given their current level, remaining here would only endanger them. Mugetsu intended to divide the battlefield—he would hold off the strongest opponents, leaving any stragglers for his students to handle. If they failed, he'd unleash his full power to ensure their survival.
"Teacher, I want to fight with you!" Obito said, his tone burning with defiance. Seeing A's might, he couldn't stomach the thought of letting Mugetsu face him alone.
"That's right! The flame of youth doesn't retreat!" Guy declared with fierce determination, his fists trembling with resolve.
Kakashi remained silent but drew the White Fang Short Sword from his back, ready to stand beside his teacher if necessary.
Mugetsu placed a hand on each of their heads, smiling softly. "I'm proud of your resolve—but this isn't retreating. It's strategy."
"This opponent is strong—too strong. I can't protect you if you stay. I'll block the main force, but some may chase after you. That'll lessen the pressure on me."
He looked at them, his expression firm. "Your mission is not to fight. Not to gather information. Only to survive."
His tone carried no doubt, only command.
As Mugetsu laid out his plan, A stopped Berkeley, who had drawn his sword to charge.
"This one's too strong. None of you can handle him. Bee and I will take him," A said firmly, brushing the dust from his cloak.
Berkeley froze, obeying without question. Though older, he knew A power and authority far surpassed his own.
"Don't worry about me," Mugetsu said gently, resting a hand on Obito's shoulder. "The enemy is strong, but I'm not weak either."
"Let's go. We'll only get in the way," Kakashi said quietly.
He had seen A's speed—it was terrifying. If they stayed and were taken hostage, Mugetsu would be forced into an impossible situation.
Obito clenched his fists. Though reluctant, he understood. He wasn't indecisive—just unwilling to admit how powerless he was. Silently, he prayed for Mugetsu and ran toward the forest alongside Kakashi and Guy.
Leaving was painful, but it was the only way they could ease their teacher's burden.
I have to get stronger… stronger than anyone. Obito's thoughts blazed as he ran. Next time, I'll never be the one left behind.
Mugetsu had never cared about his reputation as a "dead last." He had believed in him, trained him patiently, rewritten entire training plans just to help him improve. It was Mugetsu who had guided him to first place in the Youth Ninjutsu Competition, who made him stand as Kakashi's equal for the first time.
He never scolded—only encouraged. His calm patience had lifted Obito through every setback, transforming him from a failure into someone worthy of recognition.
Now, to repay that kindness, all Obito could do was run.
Might Guy's face twisted with emotion, tears spilling freely as he ran.
"If only… if my Eight Gates could reach the final gate… if my Breathing Technique could reach its marked form… I could stand with Teacher Mugetsu!" he shouted, voice breaking with frustration.
Memories flooded his mind—Mugetsu's laughter during meals, his praise after training sessions, his steady presence whenever they faltered. Each memory cut deep, like invisible blades driving his heart.
Bang!
Guy slammed his fist into a tree as he ran, splitting it clean in half.
"Maybe they were right…" Kakashi murmured, his tone heavy. "Maybe I really do bring misfortune."
The teacher who smiled through every hardship, who quietly cooked breakfast every morning, who taught forbidden techniques without hesitation—was now risking everything for them.
If even Mugetsu had ordered them only to survive, then their opponent was no ordinary foe.
…
"You two, chase them. Don't let them escape," A commanded, his sharp gaze following Kakashi's group as they disappeared into the trees.
"Understood," Berkeley replied, motioning to a Chunin as they gave chase.
A then turned back toward Mugetsu, lightning still crackling faintly across his skin. He flexed his fists, stepping forward slowly, eager for a rematch—and to prevent Mugetsu from attacking his men.
"Tell me your name," A said, his tone steady but firm. "With that kind of power, you can't be an unknown."
"Aizen," Mugetsu answered calmly.
He was still under the Transformation Technique—revealing his true identity would be foolish.
"Aizen?" A repeated, brows furrowing as he thought. The name was unfamiliar. "Never heard of you."
"I underestimated you earlier," A said with a low growl, lightning surging around him once again. "But that won't happen a second time."
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