Samehada in Araki's hand was still dripping blood. Combined with his sharp gaze, it left the four remaining jonin in the arena struggling to breathe.
No matter how dissatisfied they were, after witnessing Araki's fierce and swift strike just now, they no longer had the courage to question him.
A fist was authority!
In Kirigakure, strength determined one's right to speak!
Since Araki could heavily injure Takano Kazuhiko with a single blow, dealing with them would take no more than one or two strikes. Unless someone stronger stepped forward, they could only swallow their grievances in the face of Araki's decision.
"Very good. It seems none of you have any objections. Then I declare that you four will form two pairs and fight in a single-elimination tournament. Begin immediately!"
Under Araki's overwhelming pressure, the four jonin could only reluctantly fight three matches. In the end, the jonin named Rei Chiba emerged victorious.
"Not bad. I hereby announce that from today onward, you will be the new wielder of Kabutowari."
Araki declared loudly before everyone.
"Thank you, sir!"
Rei Chiba looked extremely excited. After thanking him, he gazed eagerly at Araki. Only after Araki announced that they could leave did he finally ask in confusion, "Sir, where is my sword?"
"Oh, I forgot to tell you."
Araki slapped his forehead. "Kabutowari is being reinforced by the craftsmen of the Hozuki Clan. You're in luck!"
"Uh..."
Rei Chiba blinked. "How long will the reinforcement take?"
"I didn't ask, but it shouldn't take long. I handed it over to them five days ago. Come on, I'll take you there to have a look now."
Araki led Rei Chiba to the Hozuki Residence.
"Uncle Ryuzuki, how's the reinforcement of Kabutowari coming along?"
Leaving Rei Chiba in the outer hall, Araki entered the Hozuki Clan's