394. Raccoon Dog vs. Bear (2)

"Boom—"

Shukaku's massive tail slammed heavily into Kumamoto, the violent impact causing the surrounding surviving buildings to tremble.

Struck by this blow, even the thick-skinned Kumamoto couldn't help but let out a roar of rage, the ground beneath its feet shattering instantly under the force.

However, at this moment, Shukaku let out a muffled grunt, its expression devoid of any triumphant smile.

Right now, its massive tail was being held firmly in Kumamoto's embrace!

Kumamoto looked almost human, its two incredibly thick forepaws clutching Shukaku's tail for dear life, a ferocious expression etched across its bear face.

Seeing this, Shukaku's face turned ghastly, and it roared in a deep, angry voice.

"Damn small fry, how dare you touch this Great One's tail!"

"Go to hell!"

Its massive maw snapped open, and a cluster of wind gathered instantly at the corners of its grimacing mouth.

"Wind Style: Air Bullet!"

With a violent shout, the surging wind cluster smashed into the nearby Kumamoto, the terrifying, rotating mass of air seemingly tearing and slicing through everything in its path.

Even Kumamoto's thick fur was shredded by the terrifying Air Bullet, causing blood to flow freely from the wounds!

Having taken such a severe hit while tightly clutching the tail, Kumamoto's forepaws loosened, and it threw its head back to roar in uncontrollable pain.

"ROAR!!"

Shukaku, having freed itself, had no time to revel in its triumph before its expression froze!

Feeling the tail slip from its grasp, Kumamoto ignored its own agony, lunged forward with both paws, and dragged that thick, massive tail back into its embrace!

The intense pain caused its beastly pupils to turn slightly red, and the bear grew increasingly agitated. Upon smelling its own blood, its suppressed wild nature erupted.

"ROAR!"

With a furious bellow, it bared its massive,