"His consciousness had already been completely devoured by the genjutsu. He could no longer distinguish illusion from reality. All his resistance was merely draining himself and deepening the genjutsu's hold."
Yuhi Shinku's voice rang out at just the right moment, carrying a chilling killing intent:
"Aoba, the lock is complete.
"Next, help me keep Ebizo occupied."
"As long as Ebizo can't provide support, I can completely finish off this rogue ninja within three seconds."
Kawaki Aoba nodded slightly, his tone steady.
"Understood."
As soon as he spoke, he took a small step forward. The aura around him instantly spread outward. He neither unleashed fierce Chakra nor assumed an aggressive stance, yet somehow gave off an oppressive feeling as though he were everywhere, sealing off every escape route.
Ebizo's gaze locked tightly onto Kawaki Aoba. His aged eyes were filled with gravity as he spoke in a low voice:
"Kid, are you planning to interfere in this battle too?"
"I've watched you for quite some time. You haven't made a move from start to finish, only silently sensed the battle. You must be a sensory-type ninja, with no real combat ability."
"You think you can restrain a Sunagakure Jonin like me with nothing but the pressure of your aura? How naive."
Kawaki Aoba spoke calmly, his tone flat yet filled with absolute confidence.
"I have no need to launch a frontal assault, nor do I need ninjutsu to fight you."
"Your mind has long since been affected by Teacher Yuhi's genjutsu. You've been constantly guarding against unknown sneak attacks, and your mentality is already off balance."
"Right now, your greatest weakness isn't your body, but your mind."
"I only need to watch the fluctuations in your mind, and you won't be able to fully focus on supporting your companion."
Ebizo's pupils