The Little Boy's Half-Brothers from Different Mothers
Nakamura wasn't too surprised by this. After all, they were his students, and he knew their Nakamura. They might be a bit difficult to deal with due to their lack of experience.
However, given their strength, victory was only a matter of course.
Therefore, Nakamura didn't ask them too many questions about the battle, but looking at the scene, he knew what had happened without even asking; the traces were quite obvious.
However, this time they did not deal with the traces as before. They simply cleaned up the battlefield and headed towards Kusagakure.
At this point, it doesn't matter whether we expose ourselves or not. As long as we deal with the people of Kusagakure, their only threat will be the Takigakure Ninja.
However, Nakamura did not want to fight Takigakure unless necessary. Unlike Kusagakure, which was mostly composed of weaklings, Takigakure had quite a few elites.
Even if there are few of them, they still have the Hero Water, which can double their combat power at any time, and they even have Tailed Beast. It won't take them long to get here from Takigakure.
This is why Nakamura didn't deal with the stronger Takigakure first, but instead dealt with Kusagakure first.
No matter the world, persimmons are always soft and easy to squeeze.
Meanwhile, Shiro kept a close eye on the Kusagakure camp. He could detect any movement immediately, and because Shiro was far away, the patrolling Kusagakure Ninja couldn't see Shiro.
After all, they don't have Clairvoyance.
After Shiro arrived and completed his preparations, Shiro remained silent, watching them without making any other moves, because it was not the right time yet.
However, a short while later, about an Taichi after Taiichi and the others finished their battle, Kusagakure began to move, seemingly preparing for today's search.
After thinking for a moment, Shiro put a Military Ration Pill in his mouth, stood on the open ground at the top of the mountain, and gently hopped around to loosen up his muscles.
According to Shikaki's calculations, they should only have an hour's journey left, which is when Shiro needs to step in and hold them off.
However, even without Shikaki and the others' instructions, Shiro was already prepared to make a move, because if they waited any longer, Kusagakure would disperse, and the risk would be even greater then.
Fortunately, Shikaki never disappointed Shiro. When Shiro stood in the middle of the mountaintop, the snake that had been following Shikaki and the others also broke free from its spiritual connection.
"Heh, that's truly terrifying, to have calculated so accurately. But thankfully, he's a teammate, quite reliable." Then, raising his head, he said in a melodramatic tone, "Well then, you scum, be honored to die by the king's sword!"
After Shiro finished saying this cringeworthy line, both of his hands glowed white!
"Projection, begin!"
As the light faded, a black heavy bow appeared in Shiro's left hand, the same one EMIYA had, though it was slightly smaller overall, as Shiro had made some adjustments.
The original one was too big.
Although this bow is only C-rank, it doesn't have any fancy features; it simply maximizes the bow's performance, making it perfect for assisting Noble Phantasm in unleashing his Shiro. (Author's choice)
In Shiro's right hand appeared a silver and red knight's sword— the Clarent!
This time, Shiro isn't using it to unleash a beam attack. First, the Crest isn't fully charged yet, so the power isn't strong enough. Second, the distance is too far, so the beam attack won't hit.
Therefore, Shiro's purpose in Projection this sword is obvious.
That's right! Shiro wants to destroy this sword!
Shiro hasn't experienced using a C-rank Noble Phantasm, or even a relatively strong one among C-rank Noble Phantasm, to unleash Broken Phantasm many times yet!
The reason for choosing to use the King's Sword to unleash the Broken Phantasm was not only because the energy storage was insufficient, but also because of another important reason, which is related to the shortcomings of the Broken Phantasm.
Because Shiro's Projection, like EMIYA's, is actually Projection of his Noble Phantasm from within his Reality Marble, they need to expend more Mana to Projection it again after they destroy it.
Therefore, unlike EMIYA, Shiro rarely uses this move. If he does use it, it's usually to attack something he doesn't use often. After all, unlike EMIYA, his Projection Husband and Wife Swords consume almost no mana.
Therefore, Shiro's choice to use the King's Sword was a well-thought-out decision.
First of all, the C-rank King's Sword's Sword has lost many of its functions. Compared with other Noble Phantasm, it is only harder and sharper. However, Shiro is not good at knightly swordsmanship.
Secondly, if Shiro wants to launch it, he needs to slightly modify it, changing its shape without affecting its internal structure so that it can be launched like an arrow, which is quite difficult.
Currently, Shiro's most refined modification is of sword-shaped Noble Phantasm. Therefore, considering all factors, Shiro chose the King's Sword.
After Shiro Projection the two Noble Phantasm, he didn't stop; instead, the Chakra within his body became even more active.
As Shiro nocked the King's King's Sword onto his bow, Shiro Chakra began to surge wildly!
When Shiro began to draw his bow, a gust of wind even arose, making Shiro clothes rustle loudly!
Furthermore, as King's Sword transformed, streaks of blue, arc-shaped energy began to emanate from it!
This was Shiro's first time modifying a C-rank Noble Phantasm in actual combat, and ultimately, some minor problems arose.
Don't let Shiro's current appearance fool you; his clothes are rustling, and arcs of electricity flash by every now and then. He looks incredibly handsome.
But in reality, this is because Shiro hasn't perfectly mastered this technique, and he can only maintain this attack by increasing his Chakra output.
A moment later, Shiro's bow was fully drawn, and at the same time, the shape of the King's Sword had completely changed, though it was no longer a standard arrow.
However, with Shiro's current archery skills, he can already accurately shoot into the middle of Kusagakure's camp.
Suddenly, Shiro's eyes narrowed, and he fired an arrow at the Kusagakure camp!
As Shiro released his grip, a visible gust of air surged forth, causing Shiro's clothes to rustle once more!
King's Sword shot out instantly, heading straight for the Kusagakure Camp!
"Boom!!!!"
The instant the King's Sword struck the ground, Shiro immediately activated Broken Phantasm, completely detonating the King's Sword!
In the center of their camp, a beautiful mushroom was planted.
Then, without looking back, Shiro rushed into the woods. At the same time, a flash of white light appeared on his body, and Invisible Cloak (Note 1) instantly appeared on his body, concealing the Chakra fluctuations that had not yet subsided.
After entering the woods, Shiro went straight to the spot he had set up earlier, leaped up, and jumped onto Bird No. 2's back.
With a habitual pat on its back, it maneuvered itself around to the back of the mountain, then flew into the sky and completely disappeared from sight.
Shiro tested it and found that at this distance, unless one had a special Dōjutsu skilled in reconnaissance, it would be impossible to observe Shiro. However, Shiro was able to observe them.
This is also why Nakamura felt comfortable letting Shiro alone keep Kusagakure.
After flying high into the sky, Shiro did not leave. Instead, he manipulated the Flying Bird to circle in the air, and if he noticed that they had strayed from the group, Shiro would warn them with arrows.
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Note 1: Noble Phantasm: Invisible Cloak
Grade: E
Holder: Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk in Sumer mythology and the oldest Hero King in human history.
Image: A piece of cloth.
Historical reference: There are numerous examples of "invisibility" Noble Phantasm throughout history and across cultures.
Ability: Things covered or enclosed by this cloth cannot be observed using Magecraft or optical methods. It can be extremely effective against targets that rely entirely on Magecraft for searching for enemies. However, sounds, smells, body temperature, and movements will be clearly exposed, so it may be useless depending on the situation. This cloth is woven in an extremely complex way, and it is estimated that the direction of the weaving is at least five dimensions. It is impossible for humans to completely reproduce this cloth.