Wood Release: Wood Human Technique

Lin Mu had only unlocked 20% of the Senju Hashirama Module.

That was a very low number, meaning his chakra reserves were only 20% of Senju Hashirama's at his peak, or perhaps even less.

Although that was 20% of Senju Hashirama's chakra, it was still an unimaginable amount for many ordinary shinobi.

During the Fourth Shinobi World War, Senju Hashirama was brought back with Impure World Reincarnation.

When he saw Naruto Uzumaki share the Nine-Tails Chakra with the Shinobi Allied Forces, he remarked, "That amount of chakra is almost as much as mine!"

This showed that at his peak, Senju Hashirama had more chakra than half of the Nine-Tails.

Kisame Hoshigaki was different, though. He was known as the "Tailless Tailed Beast," and his monstrous body concealed an almost unfathomable amount of chakra.

In terms of chakra reserves, Lin Mu was nowhere near Kisame Hoshigaki.

"But with the System's help, I'm the chosen one. You, a native of the Naruto World, could never understand how powerful I am!"

After taking several deep breaths, Lin Mu's breathing gradually settled.

Looking at the arrogant, crazed Kisame Hoshigaki in front of him, he gave a cold smile.

Then he immediately opened the System Shop and bought two Intermediate Chakra Pills.

"Ding! Congratulations, host! You have successfully purchased 2 Intermediate Chakra Pills. Cost: 600 Gold Coins."

Six hundred Gold Coins was no small amount for Lin Mu right now.

He had been training with Jiraiya lately and hadn't had time to take on missions and earn Gold Coins.

But with a formidable enemy right in front of him, he couldn't afford to hesitate.

Bzzzz—

Space rippled twice, and two pale-blue pills decorated with beautiful patterns appeared in Lin Mu's hand.

This was my first time taking these pills!

Lin Mu muttered to himself, then popped both pills into his mouth at once.

The pills melted as soon as they touched his tongue, releasing a pleasant, soothing fragrance.

Rumble...

An immense amount of chakra appeared out of nowhere, surging through Lin Mu's body like a torrent.

The rise and fall of Lin Mu's chest immediately calmed as the chakra flooded into him, and his physical condition improved dramatically.

He stood up and looked calmly at Kisame Hoshigaki.

"This fight has only just begun. It's still anyone's guess who'll win!"

Kisame's laughter abruptly stopped.

"How is this possible? His chakra was already completely depleted..."

Kisame's face was full of confusion and disbelief.

How could this be? It made no sense!

How could someone who'd been so weak they could only lean against a tree suddenly be back on their feet, full of energy?!

The System's mysterious power was beyond your comprehension!

Lin Mu glanced coolly at Kisame. He slightly curled the fingers of his right hand, and space rippled once more.

This time, a black-and-green card appeared in Lin Mu's hand. On closer inspection, its peculiar patterns seemed to form the shape of a gigantic wooden golem.

"You've been chasing me and beating me up for so long..."

Lin Mu's mouth curled into an evil grin, revealing a chilling smile.

"Now it's your turn to take a beating and rest for a while."

Crack—

He clenched his right hand, crushing the black-and-green card.

Bzzzz—

Just like when he had used Deep Forest Bloom, this power seemed to appear out of nowhere.

Crack, crack, crack—

Countless thick branches rapidly grew from the soil beneath Lin Mu.

They twisted together and fused, growing larger and larger.

At last, they formed a gigantic wooden golem.

The wooden golem was enormous. The giant trees in the forest only came up to its waist, and it looked even more imposing than Shukaku.

Wood Release: Wood Golem Technique!

Lin Mu stood with his arms folded atop the gigantic golem's head, his face full of carefree confidence.

Was this one of Senju Hashirama's most powerful abilities?

It really did make you feel like standing at the top of the world!

Lin Mu looked down. Kisame Hoshigaki, the monster who had towered over ordinary adults, now barely reached the gigantic golem's ankle.

"..."

Kisame Hoshigaki stared in stunned silence, utterly dumbfounded.

What was going on?!

Where had this gigantic wooden golem come from?

Several things had already happened today that completely upended his worldview!

"No matter how huge you are, without strength, you're useless!"

Kisame growled, as if trying to reassure himself—or work up his courage.

"I'll cut you down!"

His muscles rippled rapidly as chakra poured furiously into Samehada.

After absorbing so much chakra, Samehada seemed to come alive, its spines stretching and unfurling.

Kisame then leaped into the air and swung Samehada straight at the wooden golem's leg.

"Hmph. You don't know your place!"

Lin Mu gave a cold snort and focused his thoughts.

His feet sank slightly into the top of the golem's head, and in an instant, he felt a close connection form between them.

It was a strange feeling, as though the golem was him and he was the golem.

A flash of excitement appeared in his eyes. Even with Kisame Hoshigaki hurtling toward him, full of bloodlust, Lin Mu wasn't the least bit afraid.

"Die, damn you!"

Lin Mu made the golem raise its massive leg and kick straight at Kisame Hoshigaki.

The instant they made contact, Kisame felt an irresistible force slam into him.

"AAAAAAAH!"

Kisame's body flew through the air like a cannonball, smashing through several enormous ancient trees before finally crashing to the ground.

He spat out a huge mouthful of blood. His expression changed, and fear appeared in eyes that had held nothing but viciousness and brutality.

Even the most savage, fearless beast would feel fear when faced with an unbeatable foe!

Samehada had also been struck when Kisame was kicked. It writhed on the ground, seemingly in agony.

"Run!"

Once the thought crossed Kisame's mind, he could no longer suppress the urge to flee.

The harmless-looking young boy smiling before him was the real monster!

Compared to him, what was Kisame?

Whoosh—

Kisame turned and sprinted toward the depths of the forest.

"Cough, cough..."

He coughed up another mouthful of blood. Kisame knew that if he didn't escape now...he would die!

"Hm? Trying to run?!"

From his lofty position, Lin Mu could see far and wide. He spotted Kisame fleeing into the depths of the forest at once.

"Not a chance!"

He focused his thoughts again, and the gigantic wooden golem charged through the forest.

He had used a Wood Release: Wood Human Technique Trial Card and had only gotten to kick Kisame once. If Kisame got away, Lin Mu would have taken a huge loss.