Bzzzz-!
Violent blue lightning coiled around the entire Kusanagi Sword. Electricity hissed, its glare dazzling, its power enough to destroy heaven and earth!
"Flying Thunder God: Chidori Blade!"
Whoosh!
A gray flash teleported, his figure vanishing into thin air with speed beyond all limits. Kakkō had no time even to react, let alone form hand seals to defend himself!
Clang! Squelch!
The lightning-wreathed blade pierced straight through Kakkō's chest. Chidori's electricity rampaged through him, instantly destroying all his chakra pathways and chakra!
"No! I haven't lost yet..."
Kakkō's face filled with terror and defiance. Before he could finish, his entire body stiffened, and he crashed to the ground, utterly lifeless!
A fighter approaching Kage level had been killed by Uchiha Lei in a single strike!
Kakashi looked grave, his heart filled with awe. Obito was completely stunned, unable to utter a word.
Kurenai Yuhi gazed at Uchiha Lei's back, her affection growing firmer, her cheeks flushed and her eyes filled with adoration.
Uchiha Lei put away his sword and said coldly, "We can't stay here. Head for Kannabi Bridge immediately, at full speed!"
The four dared not delay. They set off again, crossing mountains and rivers and cutting through the wilderness.
Uchiha Lei, Kakashi Hatake, Kurenai Yuhi, and Obito Uchiha finally reached Kannabi Bridge!
The towering stone bridge spanning the gorge was dilapidated, its surface covered in cracks left by time. The surroundings were desolate and silent, making even the faintest wind exceptionally clear.
"Finally..."
Obito Uchiha breathed a sigh of relief, his tense body relaxing completely. He looked around, assuming no enemies remained to guard the bridge, leaving himself entirely unguarded.
Kakashi's brows knitted tightly. He remained tense, scanning their surroundings warily:
"Something's wrong. It's too quiet. Watch out for a trap!"
Uchiha Lei's gaze suddenly turned cold. His