The Verdant Figure Like a Demon God

Chapter 41: A Verdant Figure Like a Demon God

Ever since the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, departed, the Wood Style Kekkei Genkai had become a legend within Konohagakure. Everyone found it difficult to imagine the power of Wood Release.

When ancient forests grew densely...

When colossal Wood Dragons circled in the sky above the forests...

The people of Konohagakure finally recalled the legend of the First Hokage.

The First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, had used the power of Wood Release to defeat Madara Uchiha, united many ninja clans to establish the most prosperous ninja village, and ended the endless Warring States period.

"Wood Release... How could it be this powerful?"

An Uchiha clansman finally couldn't suppress his inner fear, his lips trembling as he spoke, "Did the First Hokage use this jutsu to defeat our ancestor? How did they even contend with the First Hokage..."

"..."

Fugaku Uchiha remained silent.

As the head of the Uchiha Clan, Fugaku Uchiha knew many secrets and was aware of the power possessed by the Uchiha Clan's bloodline limit, the Sharingan.

"Itachi..."

Izumi Uchiha looked at the Wood Dragon in the examination area with a face full of panic.

Ten-year-old Izumi Uchiha had experienced the Nine-Tails' Rampage in Konoha and witnessed the terror of those colossal creatures. The size of this Wood Dragon was even enough to rival the Nine-Tails!

"..."

Uchiha Shisui's eyes also couldn't hide his worry.

No one in all of Konoha understood Uchiha Itachi's strength better than Uchiha Shisui.

Even though Uchiha Shisui had taught Uchiha Itachi some powerful jutsus, given the immense disparity, it was difficult to salvage the situation from defeat.

"Is this the power of Wood Release?"

Kakashi Hatake stared at everything before him in disbelief.

Ever since the Nine-Tails' Rampage ended, Kakashi Hatake thought there wouldn't be many things in the ninja world that could stir his emotions. Yet, after personally witnessing the colossal Wood Dragon, a ripple finally stirred within his heart.

When Kakashi Hatake reviewed documents, he found one that mentioned Wood Release was powerful enough to suppress the Nine-Tails...

However, after encountering Tenzo, Kakashi Hatake felt that document might have some issues. Now, Kakashi Hatake knew the document wasn't the problem!

"Tenzo..."

Kakashi Hatake looked at Tenzo beside him.

"I can't possibly do it..."

Tenzo slowly shook his head and said gravely, "This jutsu requires a massive amount of Wood Release chakra to activate. My chakra is simply not enough to use this jutsu..."

"..."

Kakashi Hatake nodded silently.

On the main stage of the spectator stands.

The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, wearing his hat, used its shade to observe the terrified expressions of the leaders from the smaller ninja villages in other areas, nodding in satisfaction.

The main objective of this Chunin Exam had been achieved.

The only remaining problem was to quickly sever ties between Akihara Kagura and Danzō Shimura, allowing this young one to inherit the Will of Fire.

Otherwise...

Uncontrolled power...

Was still a bit too dangerous.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's gaze fixed on the figure stepping onto the Wood Dragon, his expression gradually becoming serious. He couldn't let such powerful strength be influenced by Danzō.

As Danzō's old friend, Hiruzen Sarutobi was well aware of Danzō Shimura's narrow-mindedness. Danzō Shimura couldn't handle it and would eventually cause problems.

In a dark corner.

A mysterious man in a gray robe leaned against the wall. The lower half of the Pitcher Plant Monster was hidden beneath the ground, with only half of its body exposed.

"What a terrifying child..."

The half-black face of the Pitcher Plant Monster looked at the scene in the examination area and said grimly, "This brat has actually mastered Hashirama Senju's Wood Release. It's unimaginable that someone in this ninja world could reach this level by transplanting Hashirama's cells..."

"He's a very useful pawn."

The mysterious man nodded slowly and continued, "We can proceed with our plan to make this brat betray Konoha."

When the mysterious man personally witnessed the Wood Dragon Technique, he was indeed shocked, but he quickly calmed down. He did not fear this jutsu.

"Your seed is about to be killed..."

The half-white face of the Pitcher Plant Monster spoke with a mischievous grin, "Facing a Wood Release jutsu of this caliber, that brat Uchiha Itachi has no chance of winning..."

"It doesn't matter."

The mysterious man waved his hand indifferently and continued, "If Uchiha Itachi dies, it will just make our plan go smoother..."

"It seems he still wants to resist..."

"They could have ended this with just one attack..."

Inside the exam grounds.

In the dense forest.

Uchiha Itachi looked up at the Wood Dragon in the sky, powerfully stomped on a tree trunk, raised his hand, and shot a shuriken, which embedded itself firmly into the giant tree!

Uchiha Itachi glanced at his palm. A wire was in his hand, and another wire was wrapped around that shuriken. He leaped forward, swinging in a wide arc, and charged towards the sky!

It was obvious.

This young boy had not given up resisting!

Swinging in the air, Uchiha Itachi rapidly formed hand seals. Using the height he gained from swinging, he unleashed a blast of flames towards the Wood Dragon's head!

"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"

How fragile was the boy soaring into the sky!

How enormous was the Wood Dragon above the forest!

At this moment, it had converged into a breathtaking scene. Regardless of the outcome of this exam, it showed the tragic bravery of Uchiha Itachi!

"A futile resistance."

Akihara Kagura, controlling the Wood Dragon like a king, slowly turned its head and smashed the incoming fireball into a dissipating spark.

"..."

Uchiha Itachi stopped on a giant tree, staring intently at the Wood Dragon above. Cold sweat beaded on his palms; he had never felt this nervous before.

"Goodbye."

Akihara Kagura, riding the Wood Dragon, pounced!

The massive Wood Dragon plunged towards Uchiha Itachi relentlessly, as if crashing into a tiny insect, as if no one could stop it!

"Big Brother!"

Little Sasuke almost roared!

"Itachi!"

Mikoto Uchiha watched the exam grounds nervously. Her gaze couldn't help but drift to her husband, as if hoping he would do something.

"..."

Fugaku Uchiha's eyes were blood red. Three black tomoe slowly spun within his sockets, then slowly faded.

Fugaku Uchiha quickly calmed down because he was not only Uchiha Itachi's father but also the head of the Uchiha Clan.

"Hey, stop it..."

Genma Shiranui couldn't help but shout.

As the chief examiner for the third phase, he should intervene to prevent loss of life when a examinee is in danger...

However, at this moment, with a jutsu of this caliber, he felt that even hitting it with his head wouldn't stop it. He could only hope the chief examiner's order would make that kid stop attacking!

However...

The Wood Dragon merely paused for a moment...

The massive Wood Dragon charged towards Uchiha Itachi again!

Countless giant trees in the entire forest were knocked down, and dust and smoke quickly spread, obscuring the spectators' view of the situation in the arena!

Eventually, the smoke slowly dissipated.

Everyone stared at the scene in the exam grounds with astonishment.

A colossal, verdant figure, holding a conical spiral sword in its hand, had pierced through the Wood Dragon's head, like a demon god that had slain the Wood Dragon!

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