The battle raged from one side of the roof to the other.
Fire Release, Water Release, and Earth Release techniques clashed in succession.
Tiles and wooden beams kept breaking.
Although Hashirama smashed a hole Hashirama the Four Violet Flames Formation, the four Sound Ninja were still maintaining the remaining barrier outside.
The battle lasted for a long time.
Hiruzen Sarutobi's breathing grew heavier and heavier.
Orochimaru thrust his Kusanagi Sword at him again.
Hiruzen Sarutobi dodged the vital points and gripped the sword with both hands.
" Shadow Clone Technique!"
Two Shadow Clone appeared beside them.
Orochimaru sensed something was wrong and immediately drew his sword and retreated.
Hiruzen Sarutobi and his two Shadow Clone simultaneously Hand Seals.
" Reaper Death Seal!"
A gigantic figure, visible only to the caster, appeared behind Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Shinigami gripped the dagger.
The arm passed through Hiruzen Sarutobi's body and headed straight for Orochimaru.
Orochimaru's expression finally changed.
"This technique..."
Hiruzen Sarutobi seized his soul and pulled it outward with all his might.
Orochimaru struggled incessantly.
The Kusanagi Sword flew from afar and pierced through Hiruzen Sarutobi's body.
The two sides were locked in a stalemate in the middle of the rooftop.
In the office, Zhang Yu saw the Reaper Death Seal appear and raised his hand to turn off the live stream screen.
"There's nothing interesting to see after that."
The screen disappeared.
He released Bai from his arms, got up, and walked out of the office.
Bai straightened his clothes and followed behind him.
When the two arrived on the first floor, Hashirama and Tobirama had already returned to the tavern.
Hashirama sat at the bar, drinking water.
Tobirama then took a damp towel and wiped the dust off his armor.
Seeing Zhang Yu come down, the two of them stood up at the same time.
"Boss."
"Mission complete."
Zhang Yu nodded.
"Well done."
"Two bottles of vodka will be awarded to each person."
"Go to Izuna and collect it yourself."
Hashirama immediately burst into laughter.
"The boss is generous."
Tobirama carefully put the towel away.
"I will have Izuna it in the employee bonus account."
The fighting continues in Konoha outside.
The explosion could be heard several streets away.
The Sand Ninja and Sound Ninja launched attacks from all sides.
The Konoha Ninja are also organizing a counterattack.
The Undead Tavern remained completely unaffected.
The guests drank alcohol as usual.
The sound of cards being played could be heard intermittently from the card room.
The hot pot in the restaurant was still steaming.
Zhang Yu did not remain in the front hall.
He led Bai through the corridor to the open space in the backyard.
Uzuki Yugao and Kaori are practicing together.
Yugao pressed down on Xiang's short blade with her long sword.
Xiang took a half step back, then turned and launched another attack.
Upon noticing Zhang Yu's appearance, the two stopped what they were doing and quickly walked up to him.
" Lord Zhang Yu."
Yugao and Xiang stopped their practice and quickly walked up to Zhang Yu.
" Lord Zhang Yu."
Zhang Yu glanced at the short blade in Xiang's hand.
How's the training going?
Yugao sheathed her longsword and said truthfully, "Xiang has excellent talent."
"While her Taijutsu skills aren't the strongest, her sensory abilities are exceptional."
"During our sparring session just now, she dodged my attacks several times in advance."
Xiang wiped the sweat from her forehead.
"I can only sense where Senior Yugao is going to attack from."
Yugao shook her head.
It's not that simple.
"I changed the direction of my strike midway through, and even deliberately used a feint to deceive you."
"Under normal circumstances, you can't dodge it every time."
She turned to look at Zhang Yu.
" Lord Zhang Yu, Xiang's sense of danger far surpasses that of ordinary ninjas."
"If she continues training, her skills will improve rapidly."
Zhang Yu nodded.
Incense belongs to the Uzumaki Clan.
Vast amounts of Chakra and vitality are merely the foundation.
What truly sets her apart is her Mind's Eye of the Kagura.
Once this sensing capability is developed to its fullest potential, it can cover a range of tens of kilometers.
It can not only distinguish different Chakra, but also determine whether an enemy is lying, and even detect danger in advance.
The incense maker has not yet received systematic training.
He was able to dodge Yugao's attacks multiple times simply by instinct.
With proper training, they can at least grow into elite Jonin.
If given some powerful Ninjutsu, it's not impossible for her to reach the Kage Level.
"Then keep practicing."
Zhang Yu said to Yugao, "You will be responsible for Taijutsu, swordsmanship, and combat experience."
"First, we need to improve her basic skills."
Yugao nodded.
"Clear."
Xiang gripped the short blade tightly in her hand.
" Lord Zhang Yu, I will do my best."
"Don't just talk the talk."
Zhang Yu pointed to the open space.
"Practice for another two hours."
"Yes."
The two distanced themselves again.
Yugao drew her long sword.
"This time, I'll speed things up."
Xiang gripped the short blade with both hands, lowering her center of gravity.
"Bring it on."
Yugao moved her feet, and her long sword was already slashing towards Xiang's shoulder.
Xiang dodged to the side just before the blade fell.
The long knife grazed past her sleeve.
With a flick of her wrist, Yugao changed the blade from a slash to a sweep.
As if sensing something in advance, Xiang immediately bent down.
The blade grazed over her head.
The next second, she took a step forward, and the short blade stabbed towards Yugao's side.
Yugao blocked the short blade with the hilt of her sword and forced her back with her leg.
"The response is good."
But your steps are too unsteady.
"After dodging the attack, don't rush to retaliate."
Xiang regained her footing.
"I've got it."
The two quickly started fighting again.
Zhang Yu watched for a few minutes, then walked to the big tree in the yard.
The fighting continues in Konoha outside.
Explosions would be heard every now and then.
The tavern, however, remained unaffected.
Zhang Yu Hand Seals.
" Wood Release: Rocking Chair Technique."
Several wooden vines sprouted from the ground.
The vines intertwined and quickly formed a rocking chair.
It has a chair back, armrests, and footrest—everything is there.
Zhang Yu sat down and tried it out.
The size is just right.
He leaned back, his toes lightly touching the ground.
The wooden rattan rocking chair then began to sway.
The tree canopy blocks the sunlight.
There was still a breeze in the yard.
As for the battles within the village, those were naturally handled by the Konoha Ninja.
Less than five minutes later, footsteps came from the backyard entrance again.
Ban walked in first.
The Hashirama and Tobirama followed behind.
The three had already changed out of the clothes they wore during the mission.
Hashirama glanced at Yugao and Kaori practicing in the distance, then looked at the rocking chair beneath Zhang Yu.
"Boss."
"This is good."
Zhang Yu said with his eyes closed, "If you want to sit, sit down yourself."
Hashirama clasped his hands together.
Several wooden vines sprouted from the ground and quickly formed a second rocking chair.
Ban didn't stand on ceremony either.
He raised his hand to Hand Seals, creating a seal on Zhang Yu's right side.
Tobirama stood to the side and watched for a few seconds.
"Big brother."
Make me another one.
Hashirama turned to look at him.
"You don't know Wood Release yourself?"
"I won't."
"Bandu."
Tobirama said coldly, "He transplanted your cells."
"If you're willing, I can give it a try."
Hashirama immediately shook his head.
"Never mind."
The fourth rocking chair quickly took shape.
The four people lay down side by side under the tree.
The explosions outside haven't stopped yet.
Occasionally, ninjas can be seen leaping over nearby rooftops.
Hashirama rocked the rocking chair twice.
Are we really not going to help?
Zhang Yu countered, "You want to go?"
"Not really."
Hashirama adjusted his posture.
" The Hiruzen has been resolved."
" Konoha can handle the remaining Sand Ninja and Sound Ninja."