Acid mist spread through the cave. As time passed, its corrosiveness would grow stronger.
Su Xiao held Dragon Slayer Flash horizontally in front of him. After considering for a moment, he made his decision. His figure vanished instantly as he used Shave.
The moment Su Xiao disappeared, Mei Terumi's hands were already rapidly forming seals.
"Water Style: Great Waterfall Technique."
With a splash, a vast expanse of clear water spread outward from Mei Terumi.
The Great Waterfall Technique was the Hidden Mist Village's signature ninjutsu. Although it was powerful as an A-rank ninjutsu, it consumed a tremendous amount of chakra.
Su Xiao had already charged to within three meters of Mei Terumi when he stopped. The turbulent current pressed against his body, trying to force him back, and its impact drove both his feet into the rock below.
Su Xiao immediately withdrew his Counter Shield. He was currently in the water, so he temporarily had no need to worry about the acid mist corroding him. The Counter Shield around him would only increase the water's resistance, causing him to be slammed into the magma wall behind him.
With a sizzling sound, the current washed against the magma wall. Steam rose as the magma wall rapidly cooled, turning into a black stone wall that was even sturdier.
Inside the surging current, Su Xiao held his breath and pushed against the powerful water pressure as he approached Mei Terumi.
Mei Terumi was also underwater. Her orange-red hair floated around her as her hands rapidly formed seals.
Su Xiao did not know what ninjutsu Mei Terumi had used underwater, but he suddenly felt intense pain across his skin. He instinctively closed his eyes and closed the Counter Shield around him.
When the stinging sensation faded, Su Xiao opened his eyes. His skin still