"Hmph, Hatake Kakashi, seeing him in person is nothing compared to what you've heard!"
The leader of the wandering ninjas sneered, and his twin swords danced once more, their swordplay even more ferocious, the wind howling as if to tear Kakashi apart.
Kakashi's eyes sharpened, knowing full well that his opponent's strength was not to be underestimated.
He concentrated, his Sharingan fixed on his opponent's twin swords, trying to find an opening.
However, his opponent's sword moves were relentless, like a storm, making it difficult for him to find an opportunity to counterattack.
" Wind Release: Great Breakthrough!"
The leader of the wandering ninjas suddenly roared and spewed out a powerful gust of air, like a raging storm, which swept towards Kakashi.
Kakashi's expression turned serious. He quickly used the Body Flicker Technique to dodge, then rapidly Hand Seals.
Lightning Release: Lightning Blade!
With a low shout, a blue bolt of lightning appeared in Kakashi's hand, and he thrust it towards the leader of the wandering ninjas like a spear.
A flicker of panic crossed the wandering ninja leader's eyes. He hastily crossed his twin swords in front of his chest, attempting to block Kakashi's attack.
"Clang!"
The Lightning Blade clashed with the twin swords, producing a loud bang.
A powerful electric current instantly coursed through the entire body of the wandering ninja leader, causing him to feel a sudden numbness and involuntarily release his grip on his swords.
Kakashi seized the opportunity to launch an attack, kicking the leader of the wandering ninjas in the abdomen.
"Bang!"
The wandering ninja leader was kicked away and crashed heavily to the ground.
Kakashi quickly followed, Kunai against the throat of the wandering ninja leader.
"Surrender, you have no chance anymore."
The leader of the wandering ninjas looked at Kakashi, a hint of resentment flashing in his eyes.
But he knew he was no match for Kakashi, so he had no choice but to lay down his weapon.
A moment later, several ninjas stepped forward and took out Chakra Suppressor from the sealing scrolls, putting them on the wandering ninja.
These things, apart from being equipped with positioning devices, are also controllable and can automatically identify and record chakra.
If they wanted to attack the people of Konoha, they wouldn't even need the ninjas to intervene; the inhibitors would simply render them incapable of fighting.
Therefore, Kakashi also decided to use this method to sustain his war effort through warfare.
After all, he was just a small leader among the many scattered forces in the Land of Lightning; there were many more enemies waiting for him to deal with.
At this time, other Konoha Ninja also reported their victories.
They successfully pursued and defeated many wandering ninjas and scattered forces, gradually figuring out their hiding places and personnel composition.
Based on the intelligence he had gathered, Kakashi began to formulate the next battle plan.
However, just as Kakashi was preparing to lead the ninja forces deeper into the Land of Lightning, he suddenly sensed a powerful energy fluctuation coming from afar.
This energy fluctuation startled him; he could sense that this person was extremely powerful.
"Everyone be careful, a powerful enemy has appeared!" Kakashi shouted a warning.
The Konoha Ninja became alert, gripping their weapons tightly and staring intently at the direction from which the energy fluctuations were coming.
A moment later, a figure appeared in their sight.
The person was completely shrouded in a black robe, obscuring their face, and a coffin floated behind them.
Upon seeing this person, Kakashi trembled, recognizing him at a glance.
After all, the sickle in his hand was too iconic.
Besides the Fifth Hokage of Konoha Uchiha Yan, only one other person possessed it.
Yan had told him about that person's true identity.
" Obito... is that you?"
Kakashi's voice trembled slightly; he never expected to encounter Obito here again.
Obito, hidden beneath the black robe, remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking, his voice low and hoarse. " Kakashi, it's been a long time."
" Obito, why are you here? What is your purpose?"
"My goal is simple: to take back what's rightfully mine. Kakashi, hand over my Sharingan!"
Kakashi subconsciously touched his blindfold, a complex emotion welling up inside him.
" Obito, if you are willing to come back to Konoha with me to atone for your sins, I will return this Sharingan to you. But you have already gone down the wrong path, and I cannot give it to you."
"Hmph, Kakashi, you're always so self-righteous. I gave you this Sharingan to protect Rin, but you used it to kill her!"
Obito roared angrily, his hands clenched into fists, his black robe fluttering slightly.
Upon hearing this, Kakashi's eyes dimmed, and memories flooded back.
Rin's death is a pain that will never fade in his heart, and this Sharingan has become a burden and a responsibility for him.
" Obito, I am also heartbroken by Rin's death, but that cannot justify your evil deeds. Look at how many innocent people you have hurt now?"
"Innocent? In this Ninja World, no one is innocent!"
Obito burst into maniacal laughter, a laughter filled with sorrow and despair.
"I want to create a world with Lin, a world without war and suffering!"
After saying that, Obito quickly Hand Seals, and the coffin behind him suddenly opened slowly.
A figure with closed eyes floated out, and at the same time, a powerful dark force emerged, permeating the surrounding air.
Kakashi watched this scene unfold, a strong sense of unease rising within him.
When he realized it was Obito's own corpse, he was so shocked that his eyes widened.
" Obito, what are you doing...?"
Obito sneered, " Kakashi, even death cannot stop me. I will use this body to take back what is rightfully mine!"
Kakashi knew Obito's madness, and he also knew that today's battle would be exceptionally difficult.
But he showed no sign of backing down.
To protect Konoha and to stop Obito from continuing his evil deeds, he must fight to the very end.
" Obito, you have lost your mind. Your actions will only bring more destruction and suffering."
"Shut up! Kakashi, today is your death day!"
Obito roared and manipulated the corpse to charge at Kakashi.
The corpse moved with incredible speed, appearing before Kakashi in an instant like a black lightning bolt. The Kunai in its hand gleamed coldly, aiming straight for Kakashi's heart.
Kakashi quickly activated his Sharingan, barely dodging the fatal blow. But Obito's attacks came in a relentless barrage.
" Lightning Release: Lightning Blade!" Kakashi unleashed Lightning Blade once more, blue lightning flashing in his hand. Seizing the opportunity, he thrust it towards Obito's corpse.
Faced with the rapid attack, Obito used his only Sharingan to unleash Kamui, instantly turning the corpse's body into something intangible.
Kakashi's Lightning Blade passed right through the corpse's body without causing any damage.
" Kakashi, your attacks have no effect on me," Obito said sarcastically.
" Kakashi, I'm here to help you!" Might Guy shouted, opening the sixth gate of the Eight Inner Gates – the Gate of View.
His entire body was engulfed in green chakra flames, and his power instantly surged to its limit.
He then unleashed various Taijutsu, attacking Obito.