"I know all about your condition. I've read the examination reports Tsunade has made for you over the years."
"Although you awakened the Kaguya clan's Kekkei Genkai, it comes with many limitations. First of all, ninjutsu is your weak point, but that can be overlooked. Once members of the Kaguya clan awaken their Kekkei Genkai, they are practically unbeatable in close combat."
Ronglin spoke to himself, as though Kimimaro's pressure had nothing to do with him.
"Your Kekkei Genkai has awakened, but it has also brought with it the hereditary disease of your Kaguya clan. Your body is worsening by the day. I think you may find it difficult to live past fifteen."
"Impossible!!"
Kimimaro's heart jolted. Like an unbending bamboo stalk, he suddenly rose to his feet against the pressure Ronglin had inflicted on him.
Ronglin shook his head slightly and said calmly, "Kneel."
Boom!!!
The pressure bearing down on Kimimaro kept increasing, forcing him straight to his knees. This time, it was far from as easy as kneeling on one knee. The stone floor shattered completely, while grim, terrifying bones wrapped around Kimimaro's knees, protecting him from any injury.
This was the Kekkei Genkai's instinctive act of protecting its host, much like how an Uchiha's Sharingan would activate on its own when stimulated by danger.
"If I say it's possible, then it's possible."
Ronglin slowly rose, clasped his hands behind his back, and walked step by step toward Kimimaro.
Thud!!
Thud!!
Thud!!
Thud!!
With every step Ronglin took, Kimimaro felt as though a massive hammer had slammed viciously into his heart. The bones throughout his body, already in a state of extreme agitation, let out crisp cracking sounds.
"I've studied your condition. Although the Kaguya clan's Kekkei Genkai is incredibly powerful, it is also accompanied by a severe