"Fine then — come at me with the intent to kill!"
"Because I will definitely try to kill you too!"
Saitama slowly crouched down, his voice icy cold and his eyes locked in a terrifying glare.
Upon hearing his words, the five figures on the opposing side stiffened, their faces showing complex expressions.
These words didn't sound like a joke at all, and just now, he hadn't held back when attacking Obito either.
"So it's come to this... We really are enemies after all."
Kakashi narrowed his eyes, analyzing the current situation while frantically thinking through how the upcoming battle would unfold.
The primary duty of a ninja is to complete the mission!
Their mission this time was to extract vital information about Saitama that Konoha urgently required.
Whether Saitama lived or died depended entirely on their judgment in carrying out this operation.
If he continued resisting like this, they truly couldn't afford to hold back anymore.
To continue holding back would mean risking their own lives and betraying their comrades' trust!
"Then… excuse us!"
Seeing hesitation among his companions, Guy decided to take the initiative, giving Kakashi and the others some time to think through their next move.
Dap!
Moving extremely fast, Guy's green bodysuit combined with his distinctive bowl haircut made him unforgettable.
But in such a serious battle, Saitama had no intention of admiring the skills of this taijutsu master.
Whoosh! A sharp sound cut through the air from the right as Guy launched a flying kick toward Saitama's face.
At the same time, Saitama heard Guy's crisp, powerful voice:
"[Leaf Great Whirlwind]!"
Raising his right arm, layers of chakra turned into electric currents wrapping around it.
His muscles tensed one by one as three tomoe appeared in his eyes, activating the crimson Sharingan.
*Paa!* Guy's leg slammed into Saitama's forearm.
Their bodies collided with a deafening crash.
Saitama showed a trace of surprise in his eyes before suddenly lifting his left foot and slamming it upward into airborne Guy.
Though aware of Guy's strength, this was their first real confrontation.
And Guy's kicks were unexpectedly strong!
Saitama's foot clashed again with Guy's body, producing another heavy impact.
*Hmph!*
Saitama quickly jumped backward, feeling the pain Guy had just caused him.
No wonder he's known as the Master of Taijutsu, thought Saitama, narrowing his eyes at Guy's unchanging expression.
"Being a ninja isn't a game — there's no absolute right or wrong. Whether we live or die depends entirely on your choices!"
"And now, I'll show you what my choice is!"
Steadying himself, Saitama released an intense surge of electricity throughout his entire body.
The wild currents raged uncontrollably, gradually condensing into what resembled a "Ninjutsu-infused aura,"
just like the Tailed Beast transformation he had seen in memories of Naruto Uzumaki from a past life.
Of course, Saitama had drawn inspiration for this technique from both Naruto and the Raikage.
It was another form of Lightning Release, different from the Lightning Release — Chakra Mode.
Lighter and more nimble.
"Aren't you going to make your move yet…?"
Looking over, Saitama noticed Shisui and Itachi still hesitating.
Kakashi showed no signs of hesitation as he moved forward with measured steps, his eyes sharpening like a predator locking onto its prey.
"If the mission itself conflicts with the ninja's personal will..."
"Then the mission must be the top priority! This is the third principle of being a ninja!"
Slowly, Kakashi drew the tanto from his back. It was a short blade, pure white in color, with black patterns carved onto its handle.
This was the blade once carried by "Legend of the White Fang," and it had been passed down to Kakashi from his father, Sakumo Hatake—a weapon that held his father's hopes!
After speaking those words, Kakashi stepped beside Guy, staring at Saitama with determined eyes.
Whoosh!
Saitama moved first, leaving behind a bluish-white afterimage through the air.
A continuous hissing sound filled the air as Saitama approached Guy.
On his right hand, [Chidori-Blade] emitted dazzling light.
"Guy, move aside!"
Seeing Saitama's movement, Kakashi reacted immediately. He and Guy worked together seamlessly.
Guy shifted sideways, while Kakashi raised his short blade and rushed straight toward Saitama.
Clang!
Despite being a collision between a jutsu and metal weapon, it produced an extremely sharp sound.
Gritting his teeth, Kakashi felt the immense pressure coming from Saitama.
With his right hand locked on the hilt, Kakashi braced his right arm with his left to keep from being pushed back.
The force from Saitama was tremendous—he had nearly lost his balance just now. Even using both hands, he still struggled badly.
Saitama kept his lips pressed together, firmly suppressing Kakashi with [Chidori-Blade] while slowly pushing forward.
"Kakashi!"
After stepping aside, giving Kakashi the chance to engage, Guy positioned himself beside Kakashi.
Of course, he didn't stay idle. At the moment Kakashi made contact with Saitama,
he launched his attack swiftly.
[Konoha Whirlwind!] Another sweeping kick came in just like the last one.
Saitama released his suppression on Kakashi and stepped backward to dodge Guy's attack.
As soon as he retreated two steps, Saitama sensed something wrong.
Whizz!
A blur appeared behind him. A ninja sword wrapped in swirling blue chakra stabbed directly toward his back.
Shisui Uchiha! This was Shisui's ambush!
"I haven't forgotten about you either, Shisui..."
While retreating, he was about to crash straight into the blade quickly approaching from behind—pierced like a piece of meat skewered.
With a subtle motion hidden from sight, Saitama formed a ninja seal, causing the chakra within his body to surge.
Slice!
Shisui's blade pierced clean through Saitama's body.
Covering the blade was a wind-natured chakra transformation product.
Wind: precision and slicing power!
This technique was something Shisui had learned long ago from Uchiha Nagare, who had in turn learned it from Saitama.
Without any hesitation, the sword slid deep into Saitama's back.
This surprised Shisui slightly, though his resolve remained firm.
Was Saitama already overwhelmed by their combined assault?
But in the next second, Shisui realized his mistake. Saitama was still Saitama—he couldn't possibly be that simple to defeat!
His Sharingan eyes narrowed slightly, and the tomoe spun rapidly.
Saitama, struck by Shisui, swelled instantly.
It looked like an overfilled balloon about to burst.
With a loud "Pop!", Saitama exploded directly.
Countless blue electric currents scattered outward like flowers raining from the sky.
Shisui was the first to bear the impact since he was standing directly behind Saitama.
"Shisui!"
Kakashi turned his head—and saw Shisui caught inside Saitama's [Lightning Clone].
"Hmph! A ninja never turns his back on an enemy!"
Just now, Saitama used the [Lightning Clone], and not just an ordinary one—it was a refined version, his very own upgraded Lightning Clone!
The surging electric currents became his weapon. Under his control, they surged toward Shisui.
Although Shisui's [Shifting Body Technique] was powerful, the exploding lightning moved even faster.
Because this was a brand-new version that Shisui had never seen before, its power naturally surpassed his expectations.
Crackle! Crack! The electricity initially burst outward due to the clone's rupture.
Then, drawn together by some unseen force, it snapped into an electric net, surrounding Shisui.
Saitama already appeared behind Shisui. A blazing blue-white Ninjutsu flared up in his right hand!
And Shisui, ensnared by his own technique, now seemed like a trapped target with nowhere to run?
"That's only natural... because a ninja only turns his back for trusted allies!"
Without looking back, Shisui spoke those words—but Saitama still heard them loud and clear.
But Saitama had no intention of listening—anyone who talks too much ends up paying the price.
So without hesitation, he shot out his right hand—blindingly fast, ruthless and precise!
This was his choice, something he must face!
With a deafening "Zzzrrraaak!", Saitama's Chidori drove straight into Shisui, seemingly piercing through his chest.
Yet the sensation upon contact felt quite wrong.
"Huh?"
Realizing something was off, Saitama immediately pulled his hand back and jumped aside.
At the moment Saitama withdrew his hand, Shisui turned into white smoke, vanishing within the electric net.
Behind him, a sharp whistling sound cut through the air!
[Fire Release: Phoenix Fire Technique]
A searing heat rushed from behind, making his scalp tingle.
Saitama didn't turn around—he dodged instantly, tilting his body sideways and leaping away to escape the technique's range!
If he guessed correctly, this should be Itachi Uchiha attacking from behind.
Sure enough, Shisui, Itachi, and others had already accepted Saitama's identity—they no longer cared about past friendships.
Earlier, while he had tricked Shisui using the [Lightning Clone], Shisui had also deceived him with a [Shadow Clone], launching a sudden counterattack!
Thump! Thump! Thump!
Several small fireballs shot from behind.
They flew at staggered intervals, creating a chaotic pattern—
aiming precisely to restrict Saitama's movements.
"More tricks up their sleeve?"
Understanding the intent behind this technique, Saitama's heart tightened.
[Lightning Cutter!]
Predictably, Kakashi emerged from the side.
While Saitama was evading attacks launched by Itachi's Ninjutsu, his movement had been compressed into a tight space.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
Footsteps thundered—Kakashi sprinted with all his might.
Saitama spotted him. The Sharingan spun wildly. Those tomoe weren't just tracking the fireballs—they were calculating the perfect moment to strike Kakashi!
A crackling buzz rang from Saitama's hand as he unleashed a ninja technique—one nearly identical to Kakashi's own Lightning Release.
Because Kakashi had entered from the flank, Itachi's jutsu missed him entirely, sparing him from becoming a training dummy.
And just as Kakashi closed in within a few meters of Saitama, Itachi's technique came to an end—perfect timing.
This was a perfect tag-team play—no plan, all instinct!
Several meters—just about the distance Kakashi could cover in one full burst.
Crack! Kakashi bent his right leg and shot forward like a bolt of lightning.
Surrounding him was a faint layer of electricity, much like what covered Saitama.
Both had mastered Lightning-type Chakra Nature Transformation.
Yet surprisingly, Kakashi still seemed inexperienced—or rather, Saitama was just too strong!
Crack! Kakashi thrust his right arm straight out—but Saitama caught it from the side.
The moment Saitama grabbed Kakashi's arm, he kicked again, slamming a direct blow into Kakashi's chest.
"Puuh!" Kakashi grimaced, blood bursting from his mouth.
[Lightning Cutter] in his right hand flickered and then faded away.
"What?!"
Obito stood behind. Because of Saitama's earlier attack, he couldn't immediately jump into the fight.
Still, he saw everything Saitama did.
Striking sideways, grabbing Kakashi's arm directly, then yanking him forward into the path of his own kick.
Was this overwhelming speed and reaction?
Obito recognized the vast gap between himself and Saitama, clenching his fists tightly.
Pant… pant!
Kakashi dropped painfully to his knees. Saliva and blood dripped from the corner of his mouth down to the ground.
In an instant, his strength vanished.
And his right hand was still locked in Saitama's grip, completely under control.
"Kakashi!"
Guy shouted and instantly appeared before Saitama.
He leapt high for a flying kick.
Saitama released Kakashi's wrist and pushed off the ground with both feet.
At the same time, he launched his left foot upward, meeting Guy's Taijutsu mid-air.
The two feet collided. Both fighters flew backward.
"Kakashi, are you alright?!"
Shisui appeared beside Kakashi, who was now on his knees.
"I'm fine..."
After a long pause, Kakashi replied while clutching his chest and pushing up from the ground to stand.
"This is the power of Saitama?!"
Kakashi frowned, pain still flashing across his face.
That single kick had nearly finished him.
Luckily, the thin veil of lightning chakra around his skin provided some protection.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have stood a chance.
"Saitama moves fast. Without the Sharingan, keeping up with him is nearly impossible."
Shisui said grimly.
"From now on, Guy and I will lead the offense—you others back us up from the flanks!"
"Hey, Guy, no problem, right?"
"Shisui had sparred with Guy before and knew his speed and reaction time were nothing to scoff at.
After all, he was a taijutsu ninja, and a rare jonin-level taijutsu expert at that.
"No problem!"
Guy agreed aloud, then slowly took a few steps forward, eyeing Saitama.
Itachi and Obito also approached the group, staring at Saitama across from them.
"What are you going to do?" Saitama taunted.
"Try to hurt me with your powerless attacks?"
With arms extended forward, Saitama gradually raised them.
The black cloak bearing red clouds swirled violently in the turbulent chakra.
"This guy... really is annoying!"
Shisui pressed his lips together, thinking to himself.
Kakashi chuckled bitterly. A moment ago, Saitama had cut through his ninjutsu with raw taijutsu before he even had time to react.
This was something he had never experienced before—utterly unprecedented!
It was as if he were a helpless child while Saitama was a fully armed adult.
"Still, it's a mission—that's not something I can just walk away from!"
Kakashi muttered to himself, electricity suddenly crackling around him as his aura intensified.
Wind nature chakra spun rapidly around Shisui's blade after undergoing transformation.
Three tomoe appeared in each of Itachi's eyes as he stepped back a pace behind Shisui.
His swordsmanship couldn't match Shisui's, so for now, his strength lay solely in ninjutsu.
Therefore, his task during the battle would be continuously disrupting Saitama.
"If everyone already knows the result and just gives up, then where's the spirit of youth?!"
At this moment, Guy expressed his heartfelt belief.
Saitama was indeed powerful, making him feel this was an unfair fight.
However, he absolutely, definitely wouldn't fall under enemy pressure.
His father, Might Duy, once said: "Believe in your own path, walk forward without hesitation, and become someone others take pride in watching."
"Although you're extremely powerful, I, Might Guy, will never give up!"
Guy lowered his head, shadows forming around his eye sockets.
As he spoke, he lifted his face, his eyes shining intensely at Saitama.
Finally, he curled his lips upward, exposing his teeth.
"For someone like you, effort defines what being a ninja means!"
Saitama said with a smile, watching Guy stand at the front alongside Kakashi.
Might Guy indeed was unique among the shinobi world—a true powerhouse!
[Opening Gate, open!]
[Healing Gate, open!]
[Life Gate, open!]
He continued shouting loudly, and with every shout, his battle aura surged higher.
Opening three gates in succession caused an overwhelming ki-like energy to swirl around him.
"With my taijutsu alone, I'll show you our determination! Shisui… Saitama!"
Guy stared at his opponent, Saitama, and said slowly.
[Hachimon Tonkō] (Eight Gates)...
Saitama narrowed his eyes.
"What exactly is Guy doing?"
Obito witnessed for the first time Guy employing such a technique—and in such a shocking scene.
A surge of air rippled outwards in concentric waves from Guy's body, sending even the smallest pebbles rolling across the ground.
He didn't recognize this ninja technique, so he felt confused.
"This is the ninja technique Guy has been training in called the Eight Gates. It's capable of unblocking chakra points!"
"Once a gate is opened, some of the body's limitations are removed, allowing the practitioner to unleash power hundreds of times more powerful than usual."
"Of course, this technique causes immense damage to the user's body, which is why it's classified as a forbidden technique in Konoha!"
Kakashi explained to Obito and an equally curious Itachi.
Shisui had heard about this technique before during the Mist frontline battles.
Back then, the person using this technique was none other than Guy's father—Might Duy!
"Kakashi has always been the ninja I strive to surpass, but only when it comes to hard work will I never lose to him!"
Guy exuded an extraordinary aura as he raised one hand toward Saitama, planted his feet firmly, and struck a dynamic pose.
"I'm coming!"
"Whoosh!"
A gust of fierce wind rushed forward. Saitama's Sharingan showed surprise.
With a *crash*, he crossed both arms in front of his chest to block Guy's attack!
A ripple of air surged outward from where the impact landed.
[Konoha Diamond Hurricane]
Another kick followed, sweeping horizontally from left to right.
But since both his arms were held by Guy, Saitama couldn't free one hand immediately.
*Boom!* This kick directly hit Saitama's shoulder, sending him flying backward, dragging along the ground and carving out a long furrow behind him.
"So… powerful!"
Obito's eyes shone with astonishment and envy as he unconsciously exclaimed admiration.
Shisui and Itachi wore similarly stunned expressions too.
Everyone had just personally experienced Saitama's strength.
Yet now, Guy using the Eight Gates had directly kicked Saitama away with only two kicks!
Kakashi remained silent, focusing his gaze on where Saitama had fallen.
He knew better than to think Saitama could be taken down so easily by Guy.
*Whoosh!* From within the dust, a figure burst forth, accompanied by crackling electric sounds, rushing straight at Guy.
Saitama's face carried traces of anger.
He had underestimated his opponent slightly. He originally thought that even if Guy had opened the Third Gate, he'd still be able to handle things easily.
Reality, however, smacked him right in the face—and it didn't just slap, it *slapped*!
*Crack!* Saitama's foot slammed into the ground, leaving behind a scorched black mark.
Powerful currents of electricity zapped the stones beneath him, scorching and blackening them instantly!
*Pop!* Saitama's speed noticeably increased compared to earlier.
In that moment of charging forward, he instantly launched a kick, meeting Guy's leg head-on.
However, that wasn't all—he twisted midair, closing distance again, appearing right in front of Guy.
*Zzzzt!* His right hand suddenly unleashed [Chidori Current].
With a slash, his right hand scraped past Guy's cheek, leaving behind a narrow, elongated wound.
Three Gates were no longer enough to support Guy in continuing battle against Saitama.
That previous advantage was merely because Saitama had been careless for a moment, letting Guy taste some success!
The first strike failed. Saitama immediately drove his knee straight upward, slamming it into Guy's thigh with full force.
Bang! Guy flew backward even faster than Saitama had moments before.
As he slid across the ground, a clear path was carved through the earth, revealing damp soil beneath scattered rocks.
"Guy!"
Kakashi shouted.
Obito opened his mouth wide in shock, unsure what had just happened.
Hadn't Guy been overpowering Saitama only moments ago? How did he end up flying back like this?
Shisui was stunned; Itachi remained silent.
At that moment, almost without thinking, they all tightened their grip on their weapons.
Looking at Uchiha Nagare—now surrounded by electricity—Shisui seemed to make a firm decision.
"It looks like I'll have to use *that* jutsu after all."
Ever since Uchiha Nagare sacrificed himself to hold off the enemy and give Shisui a chance to escape, Shisui had awakened a Mangekyou Sharingan unseen in the Uchiha Clan for decades—one last seen in the ancient brothers Madara and Izuna Uchiha.
Along with the awakening of his Mangekyou came a special technique hidden within the eye!
"Mind Alteration"—a terrifying jutsu beyond imagination.
It had appeared right inside his eyes!
He knew these techniques carried immense consequences.
That's why he told no one about them—and never used them before now!
Looking at Uchiha Nagare, Shisui's Tomoe began rotating.
He made up his mind—he would break his own rule and use it just once!
"Haha!"
Guy, still on the ground, let out a laugh. Then in one swift motion, he sprang back up like a jumping carp.
His back clothes were completely destroyed, but he didn't seem hurt.
"You're truly worthy of being my opponent! That's why I've decided—I will reveal my true power and fight you!"
A determined smile appeared on Guy's face. A thin line of blood trickled down his cheek to his jaw, pulled by gravity alone.
It was just a small cut caused by Saitama's earlier technique—if Guy hadn't dodged swiftly enough, his head might have rolled off.
"Guy..."
Looking at Guy, Kakashi frowned.
He knew Guy hadn't reached his limit yet—but the further he pushed himself, the more damage it would do to his body.
In the end, he might pay with his life for temporary strength!
But under such circumstances, Kakashi couldn't bring himself to stop Guy from activating the Eight Gates.
[HARM GATE: OPEN!]
[LIMIT GATE: OPEN!]
Guy placed both hands at his sides. His voice rang loud and clear as he unlocked two more gates, once again surrounded by powerful surging energy.
Bloodshot veins filled his eyes, and bluish cords bulged on his neck, making him look fierce.
"People who don't believe in themselves don't even have the right to fight!"
"Therefore, I believe—I can defeat you!"
"Come then, Saitama Uchiha! Let's continue our unfinished battle!"
Each word spoken clearly, Guy stepped forward toward Saitama.
With every footfall, a small crater formed in the rocky beach below.
Facing the tangible energy swirling around Guy, pressure built heavily upon Saitama.
Yet, he felt no fear!
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