Qi nodded slightly and said.
This isn't just idle talk. Unlike the overpowered effect of Shadow Clone Jutsu, clones created by other ninjutsu will always have some degree of distortion. Ninjas with sensory abilities and special Dōjutsu can easily distinguish them, not to mention experienced ninjas.
Not to mention that Qi's Ice Clone was actually being used for the first time, and its execution was quite flawed. Kakashi couldn't be sure he could see through it, but he shouldn't have fallen for it so easily. If he had been more cautious, at most Qi would have found an opportunity to counterattack, and it wouldn't have been a decisive victory.
Qi himself didn't initially think this would be a very good opportunity.
Kakashi himself gave Kakashi the opportunity!
"I lost! But next time, I'll definitely win!"
After nodding silently, Kakashi looked up at Qi again, and replied with a very serious expression. Then, he sheathed his sword and strode away towards the exit of the arena.
'Next time? Heh, next time, it'll probably be on the battlefield, Kakashi- kun. If there really is a next time, I'll still be the victor. Death won't be mine!'
As Qi watched Kakashi's departing figure, a cold glint appeared in his eyes. After uttering a few words in a low voice, he strode back towards the players' bench.
The previously somewhat crowded contestant seating area was now reduced to just the three members of Team 7, to which Qi belonged.
They were simultaneously meeting Mei Terumi's smile and Kisame's calm gaze.
Qi chuckled and said, "Now it's up to you two to see how you perform!"
Of the four semifinalists, three spots were occupied by members of their team. With Kakashi already swept Kakashi out of the competition, the victory was practically guaranteed for the three of them. The only question was which of the three would win the next match!
Currently, I'm leaning towards Mei Terumi winning against Kisame. One reason is that Mei Terumi's two Kekkei Genkai are incredibly strong at this stage, and another is that Kisame's energy expenditure in the previous two matches was significantly higher Mei Terumi's.
From any perspective, Kei felt that Mei Terumi had the advantage. However, as the saying goes, in ninja battles, theoretical concepts are often overturned by reality. If theory could determine everything, then ninja battles would be meaningless. Therefore, the final outcome would depend on the clash between the two.
"Then I'll have to ask Kisame for guidance!"
Mei Terumi smiled, glancing slightly at Kisame.
"Hmph! I'll give it my all!"
Kisame, responding in his usual slightly cold tone.
"Semi-final, second match: Mei Terumi vs. Kisame Hoshigaki!"
And that was exactly what Kisame had said.
Down in the arena, Minato's loud voice rang out, and the names of the two opponents were displayed directly on a large electronic screen.
The two companions exchanged a glance.
"Whoosh!"
"Swoosh"
Each also has its own vertical form.
They instantly teleported onto the field.
"Oh! The second match!"
"A battle between teammates, I wonder who will win this one!"
"I have high hopes for that girl. With her Kekkei Genkai, she should be even stronger in terms of individual strength!"
"Yeah, I think so too. Ninjas with Kekkei Genkai are much stronger than ordinary ninjas!"
"Hey, my opinion differs from yours on this. I favor that shark-faced kid. A ninja's strength depends on their Chakra reserves! That kid's Chakra is clearly far superior to the others. I think Kisame will win this duel!"
"That's absolutely right!"
"Alright, alright, what's the point of arguing about this? Just wait and see, it's bound to be a spectacular showdown!"
"Exactly, appreciating it properly is the right thing to do!"
The final three-way battle... Although the people of Konoha were a little annoyed that there were no young men from their own village in this Chunin Ninja Exams, as long as the battle itself was exciting enough, it wasn't a big problem!
Just as Mei Terumi and Kisame appeared, a rather noisy discussion arose from the stands.
Everyone has their own preferred type of person.
"Start!"
At this moment Mei Terumi and Kisame, who were below the arena, only had eyes for each other, as Minato's loud words rang out and his right hand swung down.
" Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique!"
" Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique!"
Mei Terumi and Kisame Hand Seals in perfect unison, almost identically, and released their Water Release technique at the same time.
At the completion of the procedure.
"Aww!"
"Aww!"
In the left and right sides.
The two colossal dragons that materialized then each let out a fierce roar as they soared into the air.
High in the sky, rising rapidly and powerfully.
They collided violently.
"Bang!"
After a deafening roar, the bursting water surged down from the sky!
"Wow!?"
"Artificial rain!"
The areas directly infected.
This technique is so powerful that over 99% of the Genin Genin in this Chunin Ninja Exams would be unable to handle it.
It was clearly just a probing move by Mei Terumi and Kisame at the beginning.
As the two water dragons clashed and dissipated completely.
"Whoosh!"
On the side of the field.
Kisame's figure was already rapidly approaching.
A somber yet powerful aura swept over us.
Mei Terumi, positioned ahead, seemed to have anticipated this as well.
"Smack!"
He sprang back, creating a small gap, and with a sudden clap of his hands, the Chakra that followed was refined.
" Lava Release: Melting Apparition Technique!"
This shows absolutely no mercy.
One after another, jets of highly corrosive acidic liquid sprayed out, almost completely covering the area in which Kisame was advancing.
If you're not careful and get infected by these strong acids, you'll either die or suffer severe burns—you'll literally shed a layer of skin!
A chilling aura also emanated from Kisame's brows.
"Boom!"
With a push of his feet, he nimbly dodged the attacks.
"Sizzle!"
The strong acid that fell onto the ground corroded one deep pit after another, causing the audience who witnessed this scene to gasp in astonishment, their eyes wide with shock!
And in the area below.
Kisame Mei Terumi, who were already engaged in close combat, had entered the most intense phase of their battle!