Battle Defeat

Meanwhile, on the training ground, Yuri had been fretting over how to withstand such a powerful opponent. After receiving Qi Shuang's guidance, however, she seemed to have gained some insight.

Power could not be obtained out of thin air.

Generally speaking, Forbidden Jutsu that sharply increased one's combat power in a short period came with serious side effects.

Therefore, the more powerful the strength, the heavier the price the caster had to pay.

She was not completely without a chance of victory.

Her fighting spirit flared up again, and she prepared to face the powerful enemy.

Rock Lee, who had already opened the Fourth Gate, looked at Yuri seriously. "Genius of the Mist, are you ready to accept a challenge from a mediocrity?"

At his words, Neji Hyuga's expression tightened in the contestants' seats.

Rock Lee's words carried a hidden meaning. His deliberate mention of "genius" and "mediocrity" was not without reason.

Aside from reminding his opponent from the Mist, he was also questioning him.

Rock Lee was declaring war on him!

However, facing Rock Lee in this state, Neji felt his chances of victory were slim.

On the training ground, Yuri did not get distracted by replying. She merely tensed her nerves and stared intently at her opponent, preparing for the coming assault.

Because at a time like this, she had to be even more careful.

When she remained silent, Rock Lee immediately used a Body Flicker and charged forward.

After opening the Eight Gates, he could freely control the state of his body.

For example, he could block the paralyzing effects his body transmitted to his brain, allowing him to display one hundred percent of his speed.

It was not only the paralysis. Any physical condition detrimental to him, such as pain or cramps, could be ignored.

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