Looking at the clay giant that seemed like a god descending to earth, even the proud members of the Uchiha Clan couldn't help but feel a little despair.
Is this the kind of Ninjutsu a human could use?
Looking at the towering clay giant, Uchiha Fugaku shouted without hesitation:
"Itachi! Take the clansmen and go first! Get to the front lines as quickly as possible, this is the mission! We can't delay!"
Upon hearing this, Uchiha Itachi frowned. He had originally intended to stay behind and handle the situation himself.
But remembering the mission Hiruzen Sarutobi had given him, he didn't hesitate and turned to jump away.
He called to his clansmen to follow.
"I told you! None of you will be leaving today!"
On the towering clay giant, Akatsuchi roared, clasped his hands together, and spat out a massive stream of mud.
Earth Release: Earth Release: Earth Flow River!
Fire Style: Great Dragon Fire Technique!
Uchiha Fugaku formed the Tiger Seal with one hand, and spewed out high-temperature flames that condensed into several fire dragons that rushed towards the mudflow.
Rumble--
A huge explosion rang out, and the raging mudflow was instantly blocked and evaporated by several fire dragons, losing its original power.
As Uchiha Itachi led his clansmen away, he looked back—this Fire Style—
One's own father is indeed not to be underestimated!
"The rest of you! Go after them!"
Uchiha Fugaku was even more troublesome than he had imagined. Seeing this, Akatsuchi shouted to the remaining twenty or so Stone Shinobi who were standing nearby.
"Yes, Lord Akatsuchi!" The remaining Stone Shinobi did not hesitate and immediately gave chase.
"The Uchiha Clan Head is indeed not to be underestimated!"
Akatsuchi watched as his Earth Release: Earth Flow River was dealt with so easily, knowing that Fire Style could not counter Earth Release.
Uchiha Fugaku's technique used extremely high temperature and a huge range to block the Earth Release: Earth Flow River.
Uchiha Fugaku wanted to stop the Stone Shinobi, but—
Akatsuchi, standing atop the clay giant, was staring intently at him.
Akatsuchi's already narrowed eyes became even less visible; a large portion of the Iwagakure he had brought had already been dealt with by the Uchiha.
Although the Uchiha wasn't in much better shape, their losses were relatively minor compared to their own.
The remaining Stone Shinobi went to hunt down the departing Uchiha, so now all I could do was take down the Uchiha Fugaku in front of me.
Then they chased after them and dealt with the Uchiha.
In this way, once war breaks out, the Konoha forces, without the Uchiha Clan, will not become even stronger!
This would increase Iwagakure's chances of winning!
"Ha, not a single member of the Uchiha Clan will be able to reach the front lines today."
Akatsuchi looked at Fugaku and spoke slowly.
"The Uchiha are the strongest clan in Konoha!"
With a serious expression, Fugaku directly retorted to Akatsuchi with these words.
"Save those words for hell!"
Akatsuchi speaking, Chitu raised his hands and shouted loudly.
The clay giant beneath their feet began to move, causing the ground to shake with each step.
The enormous clay foot stomped down towards Uchiha Fugaku.
Fire Style: Phoenix Flower Claw Crimson!
Uchiha Fugaku leaped back, releasing multiple Shuriken in his hands, and continuously spewing flames from his Shuriken.
With a slight flick of his wrist, several burning Shuriken changed direction and flew towards the clay giant's feet.
Boom--!
The sharp threads, carrying burning Shuriken, severed the clay giant's foot.
"This guy--!"
The Akatsuchi on the clay giant felt a sudden loss of balance, and the entire clay giant lost its balance and fell backward.
"Earth Release: Opening the Earth and Rising the Ridge!"
He quickly formed hand seals, using the erupting earth to forcibly stabilize the clay giant's body, and then raised his hand to slap the clay giant's body again.
The foot that Uchiha Fugaku severed instantly grew back.
After Akatsuchi all this, Akatsuchi looked at the spot where Uchiha Fugaku had just been.
But there was no one there.
Fire Style: Dragon Flame Song Technique!
Behind the clay giant, Uchiha Fugaku leaped high into the air, spewing out several dragon-head flames that shot towards Akatsuchi's location.
Later!
Sensing the scorching heat, Akatsuchi didn't hesitate and immediately plunged into the clay giant's body.
Rumble--
A massive burst of flames erupted from the clay giant's body, sending its towering form crashing down into the dense forest below.
A huge cloud of dust rose up, enveloping the entire dense forest.
Uchiha Fugaku executed a graceful somersault, dissipating the force as he landed on the ground.
The Scarlet Sharingan spun wildly, scanning its surroundings.
"Earth Release: Mountain Earth Technique!"
Two enormous hemispheres suddenly rose up, centered on Uchiha Fugaku, instantly obscuring his figure.
"Call--"
This guy is really troublesome!
Amidst the dust and smoke, Akatsuchi's figure slowly emerged, panting heavily.
Having always relied on his clay giant form in battle, he found himself unable to counter this highly mobile attack method.
Clang--!
Sparks flew from the impact of the Kunai, Uchiha Fugaku suddenly appeared in front of Akatsuchi.
Wow, so fast!
Both Akatsuki, who used Earth Release Earth Release: Golem Technique: Akatsuchi to block the attack, and Fugaku, who launched the attack, had the same thought deep in their minds at the same time.
Without hesitation, Uchiha Fugaku leaped forward, Body Flicker Technique appearing behind Akatsuchi and launching another attack.
During their exchange, Akatsuchi intentionally avoided Uchiha Fugaku's eyes.
Uchiha Fugaku frowned, his Sharingan swirling wildly. This guy!
Amidst the sparks flying, Uchiha Fugaku leaped back to avoid the attack.
There was no way to deal with him at close range; the guy's Monster Strength was a direct counter to him.
Furthermore, this guy also avoids Sharingan.
"Hey, Uchiha, I actually wanted to ask that just now."
Akatsuchi concealed his aura and spoke to Uchiha Fugaku, who was not far away.
How did you manage to evade my Mountain Earth Technique?
This is what Akatsuchi found strange, even though Uchiha Fugaku reacted quickly.
The range of his Mountain Earth Technique was so vast that it was definitely not something that could be dodged with a Body Flicker Technique.
"Insight is only one part of the Sharingan."
Uchiha Fugaku said calmly, but even Akatsuchi thought he was joking.
While keen insight can help one find openings for a counterattack, it doesn't mean one can avoid one's own Mountain Earth Techniques.
"Well, I'll take it as you're serious!"
After Akatsuchi finished speaking, he covered his hands with Earth Release Chakra, hardening it.
He needed to seize the opportunity to get close, and once he could get close, he could use his Monster Strength and Hardening Technique to deliver a series of heavy blows.
Then I still have a chance of winning!
With that thought in mind, Akatsuchi sprinted forward at top speed towards Uchiha Fugaku.
Fire Style: Phoenix Flower Jutsu!
Uchiha Fugaku raised his hand and unleashed a continuous barrage of fireballs to disrupt Akatsuchi, while his entire body rapidly retreated.
The battle must be resolved as soon as possible.
I wonder how Itachi is doing--
Thinking this, Uchiha Fugaku's wildly spinning Scarlet Sharingan seemed to be showing signs of connecting.
--
"You guys go first, I'll take care of them!"
In the dense forest, Uchiha Itachi stopped abruptly, turned around, and looked at the Iwagakure that was relentlessly pursuing him, and spoke.
"Don't delay! The mission is the priority!"
Seeing that his clansmen still had the idea of stopping and joining in to stop him, Uchiha Itachi coldly interrupted them.
Upon hearing this, the Uchiha clan members who had stopped looked at each other in bewilderment.
"Lord Itachi! Please take care!"
After speaking, an older Uchiha clansman led the remaining people away again.