Yet Urashiki remained extremely cautious. Even though he had hit Shisui this time, he immediately retreated far away, wary that Shisui might still have something up his sleeve.
Only after a long while, when Shisui still showed no sign of a follow-up-and the sound of cracking bones could not have been faked-did Urashiki finally conclude that Shisui truly could not fight anymore. A wicked smile spread across his face as a black Chakra Rod slowly formed in his hand.
The others could not see what was happening inside, but the Hyūga father and son saw everything clearly.
With the situation so unfavorable, continuing to fight would only add to Shisui's injuries. There was no point.
Yet when the two turned toward Ye Feng, his expression remained calm. They could not tell whether he was unworried about Shisui losing or unworried about his life being in danger.
But since even Ye Feng, his master, was in no hurry, the two of them had even less reason to worry. They quietly awaited the final outcome.
Shisui's expression was still grave as he watched his surroundings with tense caution, seemingly guarding against a sneak attack from Urashiki.
Just then, a face appeared behind Shisui. It was Urashiki, attacking once more.
Alarm crossed Shisui's face, and he hastily turned to look at Urashiki.
Urashiki had already raised the Chakra Rod high in his hand. With a cruel smile, he thrust it down at Shisui.
Hyuga Hiashi and Takeda Hyuga could not help letting out soft cries of alarm at the sight.
This left the others beside them, who could not see what was happening, frantic with anxiety.
The black Chakra Rod was about to pierce Shisui's body when his frightened expression suddenly vanished, replaced by a confident smile.
At the sight, Urashiki immediately felt