Without hesitation, Uchiha Itachi instantly activated the Phantom Body Flicker Technique. Six Paths figures shot out like lightning, each wielding the Chixiao Sword, and charged menacingly towards Senju Hashirama.
Faced with this sudden attack, Senju Hashirama remained remarkably calm. A slight smile played on his lips as he clapped his hands together and uttered a soft shout, "Wood Release: Wood Dragon Technique!"
In an instant, the earth trembled violently, and a huge Wood Dragon burst forth from the ground. The Wood Dragon bared its fangs and roared as it soared into the air. Senju Hashirama stood steadily on the top of the Wood Dragon's head, looking down at Uchiha Itachi below.
Among Uchiha Itachi's many figures, one suddenly shot out like a meteor, the Chixiao Sword in his hand drawing a dazzling rainbow in the air, accompanied by bursts of thunder, and rushed straight towards Senju Hashirama like a burning meteor.
Senju Hashirama's pupils suddenly contracted; he immediately realized that the power of this sword strike was extraordinary.
Without hesitation, he manipulated the Wood Dragon to dodge to the side. However, the speed of the Chixiao Sword was too fast. Although Senju Hashirama tried his best to dodge, the Chixiao Sword still grazed the Wood Dragon's scales.
With a crisp "crack," the Wood Dragon's scales shattered, and the Wood Dragon was instantly split in two. Its massive body crashed to the ground, letting out a painful howl.
Without the support of the Wood Dragon, Senju Hashirama performed a somersault in mid-air and landed steadily.
This caused Uchiha Itachi's lips to curl slightly upwards, and at the same time, his gaze sharpened, fixed intently on the Chixiao Sword, as if he could see through the blade to its very essence. He softly exclaimed in praise, "What a fine sword!"
Uchiha Izuna's pupils lit up instantly. He had a profound understanding of swordsmanship and could naturally see the extraordinary nature of the Chixiao Sword at a glance.
He was secretly amazed; this sword was definitely a rare treasure, its quality and power were top-notch.
However, what was even more shocking was that what everyone had just seen was merely a clone of Uchiha Itachi.
If he himself were wielding the Chixiao Sword and unleashing that move at full power, its power would likely be even greater, and it might even have directly injured Senju Hashirama!
Thinking of this, Senju Hashirama his spine. His expression became extremely serious, and a fine layer of sweat even appeared on his forehead.
He stared wide-eyed at Uchiha Itachi, thinking to himself, "Am I really getting old? My reactions have slowed down so much..."
"First Hokage, don't get distracted during a ninja duel!!!" Uchiha Itachi warned, and then four figures rushed towards Senju Hashirama.
Senju Hashirama's eyes turned serious. He clapped his hands, and the ground began to tremble. Countless trees burst from the ground, instantly changing the landscape.
This terrain is practically tailor-made for Hashirama, allowing him to unleash his Hashirama power while severely limiting Uchiha Itachi.
Under the powerful force of Wood Release of a World of Trees, countless thick trees grew rapidly like bamboo shoots after a spring rain. These trees were not ordinary plants; they obeyed Senju Hashirama's commands completely, as if they were an army under his command.
At that moment, something astonishing happened.
The vines that had once seemed thick and sturdy were now as fragile as paper. With a gentle swing of the Chixiao Sword in the hands of Uchiha Itachi and his phantom Body Flicker Technique, the vines snapped in two.
This scene not only shocked Uchiha Itachi himself, but also Uchiha and Uchiha Izuna, who were watching from a distance, showed expressions of astonishment.
As Hashirama Senju's opponent during Warring States Period Senju Hashirama period, Uchiha knew how hard and terrifying Hashirama's Wood Release was. Yet, in front of the Chixiao Sword, it was like a clay chicken or a clay dog, shattering at the slightest touch!
However, Uchiha Itachi had no time to marvel at this incredible scene. He knew he was in an extremely dangerous situation and had to break through this terrifying Tree World as soon as possible.
Without hesitation, he continued to wield the Chixiao Sword, frantically hacking at the surrounding trees.
Under Uchiha Itachi's fierce attacks, the dense forest was quickly cut down into stumps, and the Chixiao Sword in his hand gleamed with dazzling light from frequent use.
At the same time, a burst of golden flames erupted from the Chixiao Sword, instantly igniting the entire tree realm. The raging flames released scorching heat, distorting and warping the surrounding air.
Uchiha Izuna's lips twitched violently. He looked at Uchiha Kō in disbelief, his face filled with astonishment and speechlessness.
"That's your Great Grandfather!" Uchiha Izuna's voice was filled with surprise and confusion. "You..."
However, Uchiha Kō paid no attention to Uchiha Izuna's accusations. He simply shook his head, as if it were all perfectly normal.
"What does it matter?" Uchiha Kō said calmly. "I just want to make this battle a little fairer. Otherwise, it would be better if Hashirama's Great Grandfather didn't fight at all."
Uchiha Izuna was speechless after hearing Uchiha Kō's words. He hadn't treated the Senju Clan like this back then!
His eyes widened as he stared intently at Uchiha Kō, inwardly cursing, "This unfilial grandson is utterly despicable! He's Hashirama he's practically killed Hashirama!"
Uchiha watched this scene from the sidelines, feeling utterly helpless. He touched the bridge of his nose, feeling extremely troubled by Uchiha Kō's behavior.
"That kid is really full of bad intentions!" Uchiha sighed inwardly. "He's definitely hoping to see Hashirama make a fool of himself."
Just then, Uchiha Itachi's true form suddenly broke free from the Tree World's boundaries. His movements were swift and agile.
Immediately afterward, Uchiha Itachi quickly Hand Seals and shouted, "Wind Release: Pressure Damage!"
As he finished speaking, a powerful gust of air erupted from Uchiha Itachi's mouth, sweeping in like a storm.
The wind was incredibly fierce, and wherever it passed, flames surged, as if it would devour the entire world.
Fine beads of sweat began to appear on Senju Hashirama's forehead. His eyes widened as he stared intently at the raging golden flames burning on the wooden stake, cursing inwardly, "Damn it, this flame is too eerie! Its temperature and burning power are terrifying; even I'm afraid of it! I absolutely cannot touch it!"
However, Senju Hashirama was, after all, the First Hokage who had experienced countless battles, and his reaction speed was extremely fast.
In the next second, a flash of inspiration struck him, and he immediately came up with a solution.
Hashirama Senju Hashirama clapped his hands together sharply and uttered a soft shout, "Water Release: Water Formation Wall!"
In an instant, a torrent of Water Release, as powerful as the ocean, erupted from his hand, forming a massive wall of water that rushed straight toward the golden flames.
Water and fire collided violently in the air, making a hissing sound.
Surprisingly, the golden flames shrank considerably the moment they came into contact with the Water Release, as if they were suppressed by the water wall.
Seeing Senju Hashirama felt somewhat relieved. He then quickly summoned a giant Wood Dragon, preparing to ride it away from the forest.
Just as he was about to fly away, Uchiha Itachi appeared in front of him.
It turns out that Uchiha Itachi had already calculated Senju Hashirama's retreat route and had prepared his Mangekyō Sharingan — Amaterasu —in advance!
A whooshing sound rang out, and then a black flame appeared out of thin air, rushing straight towards Senju Hashirama.
Senju Hashirama's heart tightened suddenly, and a strong sense of crisis surged towards him like a raging wave.
His intuition told him that this black flame was no ordinary thing, and that the energy it contained was enough to pose a fatal threat to him.
Without the slightest hesitation, Senju Hashirama's figure flashed like lightning, instantly transforming into a blur as he leaped into the air at astonishing speed.
His movements were agile and powerful; in the blink of an eye, he somersaulted from a height of six meters out of the arena, as if he had completely broken free from the constraints of gravity.
At this moment, Senju Hashirama formed a hand Hand Seals with one hand, his chakra surging, and controlled the Wood Dragon in the air, which was enveloped in black flames, as it roared and charged towards Uchiha Itachi.
The Wood Dragon bared its fangs and brandished its claws, its momentum fierce. Although the black flames on its body were like maggots clinging to its bones and difficult to get rid of, it still did not back down and charged forward bravely.
Facing the menacing Wood Dragon, Uchiha Itachi remained remarkably calm. He swiftly Hand Seals and uttered a soft cry, "Crow Clone Technique!" In an instant, his body transformed into a flock of crows, spreading across the sky and disappearing into the air like a blanket of snow.
Senju Hashirama's Wood Dragon missed its target.
However, just as the Wood Dragon was about to land, Uchiha Itachi suddenly appeared above Senju Hashirama's head.
He appeared there silently, like a ghost, holding the Chixiao Sword high in his hand, radiating a chilling light that sent shivers down one's spine.
Seeing Senju Hashirama's heart sank, but he showed no intention of backing down.
He gritted his teeth and roared, "Wood Release: Wood Human Technique!"
As he finished speaking, the ground suddenly trembled violently, and huge logs burst from the ground, quickly coalescing into a giant Wood Golem tens of meters tall.
This Wood Golem is so lifelike, it seems to have a life of its own; every movement of its is so natural and fluid.
The Wood Golem raised its enormous arm and pressed down on Uchiha Itachi like a mountain, its power so overwhelming that it left everyone speechless.
However, at this moment, Senju Hashirama knew in his heart that he had already lost.
While the Wood Human Technique is incredibly powerful, it has already consumed more than half of his own chakra. In his current state and condition, defeating Uchiha Itachi is virtually impossible.
But Senju Hashirama did not give up, because First Hokage, he carried too much responsibility and honor.
He absolutely cannot fall here; he must fight to the very end, no matter what!
The Wood Golem rose from the ground and punched Uchiha Itachi with one hand. Uchiha Itachi was stunned, then abandoned his attack and used the Crow Clone Technique again!
They dodged the Wood Golem's powerful attack!