Even the hardest part of Hiruko's body could not withstand Muzan's fist, so Sasori did not dare to confidently take it head-on with his own body.
Hiruko was extremely troublesome to create, and many of its materials required a great deal of time to polish.
Ever since joining that organization, every mission had been exceptionally dangerous. Therefore, at the critical moment, he chose not to clash head-on with Muzan.
Nearby, the Third Kazekage was controlled by Sasori. Five sharp claws appeared between the two, interrupting Muzan's charge with the Monster Strength Fist.
"Bang!"
However, his opponent had still underestimated Muzan's strength. Even as a puppet of the Third Kazekage, taking a Monster Strength Fist head-on did not leave it in good condition.
The force of the punch did not fade. The puppet blocking his way was sent flying into the ground by Muzan's fist, kicking up a cloud of dust. Sasori, standing at the center, did not immediately attack and instead reattached his chakra threads.
"What terrifying strength. Just who is he...?"
Sasori glanced at the Third Kazekage as it rose to its feet. Fortunately, it had not suffered too much damage, or repairs would have been exceedingly troublesome.
Yet one thing puzzled him greatly.
Over the decades, he had fought countless experts. The only person with such strength was Tsunade of Konoha.
Unfortunately, he did not understand the power-generating technique behind the Monster Strength Fist and had no idea how to counter it.
"Phew..."
Hiruko's strongest tail had already been destroyed by his opponent. Concealed weapons alone would be hard-pressed to defeat him, and in their previous exchange, even the Third Kazekage's strength had been at a disadvantage.
Sasori needed to carefully consider whether he should fight Muzan to the bitter end here, and how he could defeat his