"Rumble..."
The two sword energies continuously eroded each other, both weakening each other. In the end, Wang Hao's sword energy had more staying power, completely dissipating the sword energy unleashed by Admiral Amane. It then continued its rapid advance without slowing down, slicing across a mountain peak dozens of miles away.
A deafening roar followed, and the summit of that mountain slid off at an angle, actually cleaved in two by the sword energy.
"Are you kidding me? The mountain has actually been cleaved in two!"
"This isn't even a power from a different dimension!"
"Splitting mountains and seas, this is the real splitting of mountains and seas! So those ancient legends were all true, all true!"
Faced with this terrifying sight, some were amazed, some were horrified, and some were overjoyed. All the warriors of the Land of Iron looked at Wang Hao and Admiral Amane with worship and fanaticism.
This is the goal they will need to strive for in the future!
In contrast to the ecstatic joy of the warriors of the Land of Iron, the Five Kage's expressions were far more grim.
They knew perfectly well that Wang Hao's strike had been weakened by Admiral Amane before it was unleashed, yet it still managed to cleave a mountain dozens of miles away.
What immense power this is!
This made them recall Admiral Amane's previous evaluation of Wang Hao, which now seemed to be clearly wrong.
This prodigy doesn't need to wait until the future to possess Invincible power comparable to the First Hokage, because he already has it now.
"Hao, the future of the Land of Iron and its warriors is entrusted to you!"
The Masamune Divine Sword was sheathed, Amane Admiral leaning on it, looking at Wang Hao opposite him with satisfaction. Then, the life force within his body slowly dissipated.
Her former middle-aged appearance quickly returned to normal; her once black hair turned snow-white, and wrinkles covered her face.
Although the secret medicine of the Land of Iron is powerful, it can only maintain peak condition for a very short time. Being able to unleash an attack like that was already the limit.
However, he was very satisfied with this junior colleague, so he had no more worries.
"Greetings, General Hao!"
Upon seeing this, all the warriors of the Land of Iron knelt on one knee and bowed to Wang Hao.
Even Mifune and others from the New Sword Dao were convinced and paid their respects to Wang Hao, the new Admiral.
They not only recognized the other party's strength, but also admired their character and magnanimity.
People will be convinced when someone like this becomes Admiral!
"Over the past six months, I have studied numerous Ancient Sword Dao schools and traditions, and after a long period of seclusion, I have finally summarized a completely new Body Refinement for Ancient Sword Dao. You may come to me to receive the inheritance in the future, and the way of the warriors of the Land of Iron will surely reach new heights!"
Wang Hao drew his sword and pointed it to the sky, revealing the surprise he had long been prepared for.
Over such a long period of time, he has naturally created a completely new Sword Dao Body Refinement. Although it still has many flaws, it is far better than the limitations of the Ancient Sword Dao.
Even in the current environment where natural energy is on the verge of extinction, it can still cultivate rapidly, thus solving the biggest flaw of the ancient Ancient Sword Dao.
"What!"
Everyone looked up in shock, even Kurosawa Shichirō, Wang Hao's teacher, was quite stunned.
Although he knew Wang Hao had prepared a surprise, he never expected it to be such a big one.
This kid has actually revived the Ancient Sword Dao!
Not only were the many Swordmaster figures of the Ancient Sword Dao shocked, but even the powerful figures of the New Sword Dao were greatly shocked. However, after the shock, they were also overjoyed.
It's important to understand that their initial choice of the New Sword Dao was out of necessity. Faced with the changing environment and the inevitable demise of the Ancient Sword Dao, they had no choice but to create a new future and continue to pass on the way of the samurai.
If there is still hope, they certainly do not want to abandon the Ancient Sword Dao.
It should be understood that although the New Sword Dao is easy to learn, it is, after all, a newly created art. Even after thousands of years, the highest achievers are only Swordmaster at the mid-level peak.
There aren't even any High-Dan Swordmaster, let alone the legendary Great Swordmaster and Sword Saint.
This requires them to constantly innovate, but creating a completely new Body Refinement is extremely difficult. Even if they were given a hundred years, they wouldn't have the confidence to create a cultivation path for High-Dan Swordmaster.
In comparison, the Ancient Sword Dao can be described as Great Dao to Tongtian. At least the current schools basically have the inheritance of Great Swordmaster from ancient times, and some even have the inheritance of Sword Saint.
Previously, it was only because of changes in the environment that they were unable to cultivate, but now that someone has resumed the Ancient Sword Dao, even if it cannot be fully continued, it is still better than them exploring it on their own.
This is equivalent to forging a new path through thorns and brambles, and the difference between that and a winding but clear mountain road is obvious to everyone.
As for Wang Hao, the newly appointed Admiral, lying to them, they never even considered that, because there was simply no need for it.
Lying about such an important matter can severely damage Admiral's prestige if exposed later. Unless the person is mentally sound, they certainly wouldn't lie about this.
Therefore, the other party must have resumed the Ancient Sword Dao!
In contrast to the jubilation of the Land of Iron, the expressions of the Five Kage once again turned grim.
The New Sword Dao was something they had personally supported and was the foundation for their infiltration of the Land of Iron. But now that a prodigy like Wang Hao has revived the Ancient Sword Dao, things are not looking good.
Ninjas and samurai are, after all, two opposing factions that have been at odds for a long time. In fact, the current dominance of the Shinobi World was seized from the samurai by the ninjas, and this fundamental nature will never change.
There's a saying that goes, "Those who are not of our kind will surely have different hearts," and this applies equally to these two systems.
The hearts of samurai and the hearts of ninjas are two completely different things, with no overlap whatsoever.
They could tolerate the New Sword Dao system that used to train Chakra, since, strictly speaking, the New Sword Dao was a ninja who fought in close combat with a sword, essentially a kind of Nintaijutsu, and the Cloud Ninja Village was the best at it.
But this Ancient Sword Dao is purely for samurai, completely different from their ninjas.
It is conceivable that the New Sword Dao they have fostered will inevitably die out in the future, and the foundations they have laid in the Land of Iron over the years will also be destroyed. This is not what they want to see.
"Gentlemen, I have important matters to discuss now, which concern the secrets of the Land of Iron. I request that you leave. I have already arranged for food and lodging in the city. Please proceed."
Turning around, Wang Hao coldly declared, "Five Kage, you five old geezers can get lost."
"Since Lord Hao has important matters to attend to, we will not disturb you any longer. Farewell!"
The Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, smiled kindly, then got up and walked down the mountain.
The other four Shadows also rose to take their leave. On the surface, nothing seemed amiss, but in reality, their murderous intent had already been ignited.
Clang!
Not long after the Five Kage left, the Kurosawa Divine Sword in Wang Hao's hand fell to the ground. He himself swayed and almost collapsed, panting heavily, his face pale, looking extremely exhausted. He even spat out a mouthful of blood.
" General Hao!"
The warriors and strongmen were shocked and rushed forward to protect him.
Although everyone was shocked, they also realized what was going on.
After all, although the opponent's previous exchange with Admiral Amane was only one strike, it was a strike fought with all his might. Even Admiral Amane, who had returned to his peak after using a secret medicine, was completely exhausted by that one strike, let alone Wang Hao, a rising star.
The reason they didn't reveal it before was probably because they didn't want the Five Kage to see through their disguise.
After all, samurai and ninjas have always been at odds.
Now that the Ancient Sword Dao is about to rise, the Five Kage, as representatives of the ninjas, certainly don't want to see this. Once their General Hao shows a weakness, those five old guys Dingzhen join forces to tear off their mask and start a war, forcibly killing Wang Hao, their hope for the samurai.
What no one knew was that a strange eyeball made of iron sand was floating high in the sky, its pupil facing Wang Hao directly.
Only after confirming that Wang Hao had indeed suffered significant damage did the eyeball turn into iron sand and dissipate.
At the same time, a strange smile appeared in Wang Hao's eyes, knowing that the fish was about to take the bait.
He had long known that with the Land of Iron now so thoroughly infiltrated, it would be difficult to keep any secrets from the five great ninja villages.
Once the other party learns that he has resumed the Ancient Sword Dao, they will definitely take action.
Rather than waiting for the enemy to return to their village and gather more ninjas for a well-planned attack, it's better to lure the Five Kage into making their move now.
The Five Kage are here to attend the Five Kage Summit to discuss matters following the end of the Second Great Ninja War.
At this meeting, which encompassed the entire Shinobi World, the Five Kage did not bring many ninjas, only their own Kage Guard. This was a rule established when Hashirama Senju initiated the first Five Kage Summit.
In other words, the Five Kage don't have many skilled fighters around them right now, so luring them into making a move is the most cost-effective strategy.
If we really hurt them this time, they'll think twice before trying to take action again when they get back.
Furthermore, the five great ninja villages had just experienced the Second Great Ninja War and were all severely wounded; they were in a time to lick their wounds.
If this counterattack succeeds and severely damages the enemy once again, they will be unable to launch another attack.
Even if the other side realizes they've been tricked and harbors resentment, they can only organize another attack during the Third Great Ninja War.
By then, he must have already made the Land of Iron as solid as an iron barrel, enough to lead the warriors of the Land of Iron to sweep across the entire Shinobi World.
So now it all depends on whether the Five Kage are ruthless enough!
Of course, he did suffer considerable losses in that exchange with Admiral Amane, but fortunately, he had been prepared for it.
He beckoned to his disciple Kurosawa Jukuro, who was taken aback at first, then suddenly realized and took out a porcelain bottle from his pocket.
This is a pill that Wang Hao refined in his spare time over the past few months. It contains a large amount of condensed herbal essence, which can effectively replenish his own energy.
Previously, fearing it might be affected by the battle, I had entrusted it to that little guy Kurosawa Jukuro Juro for safekeeping, and now it comes in handy.
" Swordmaster and below, retreat to the foot of the mountain to defend. Swordmaster masters will guard me from all sides. Act according to the situation!"
After swallowing an entire bottle of pills, Wang Hao immediately gave orders to make arrangements.
Based on his understanding of the Five Kage ' temperament, he knew that once they realized they were severely weakened, they would immediately turn back and attack.
The Kage Guard brought by the Five Kage this time consisted entirely of Kage Level powerhouses, that is, Swordmaster.
Faced with such a powerful opponent, Swordsman below the Swordmaster are of little use and may even become a hindrance.
In that case, it would be better to send these people to the foot of the mountain as the first line of defense, while the Swordmaster would stay here to support him.
In the series of battles just now, Wang Hao established absolute prestige with his own strength and magnanimity. Even though he was young and had only just taken up the position of Admiral, no one dared to contradict his orders.
Everyone sprang into action silently, making arrangements according to Wang Hao's orders to prepare for the impending attack.
"Go and fetch Admiral Amane's Masamune Sword!"
Upon seeing Admiral Amane still standing with his sword, Wang Hao's heart stirred, and he focused his attention on that Masamune Divine Sword.
To be precise, it should be called the Masamune Sacred Sword, because it was the sword of a Sword Saint and could certainly be called a holy sword.
With this holy sword in hand, along with his own Kurosawa Divine Sword, he was confident he could withstand even the combined attack of the Five Kage.
As for the dual-sword style, it's no problem for him at all. He even used the Ten Thousand Swords style in the Smiling Proud Wanderer World!