From Naruto onwards, I've become a dreamer.

Chapter 442 Gang Fighting is Justice!
The two were distracted for only a moment, which can be described as extremely brief.

But White Zetsu still managed to seize that fleeting opportunity, his pale golden vertical pupils rippling slightly.

Combat Hypnosis!

The barely perceptible power of the mind acted as a fulcrum, directly leveraging the ocean of consciousness of Orochimaru and Onoki, causing it to surge like the wings of a butterfly!
In an instant, their spirits were clouded, and their consciousness seemed to be dragged into a vortex, sinking deeper and deeper.

Bai Jue's figure seemed illusory, drifting towards the two like a ghost.

Snapped!
In the blink of an eye, the two people who were under hypnosis had their closed mental doors opened directly in front of White Zetsu.

Looking at the illusory portal leading directly to the island of the subconscious, Bai Jue revealed a triumphant smile, and without further hesitation, climbed up directly.

Just as it was about to implant its 'thoughts' into the two people's consciousness islands, its pupils suddenly contracted as it saw streaks of electricity shooting out, like barbed iron whips, directly striking the spirits.

Boom!

The white Zetsu, whose spirit form was being brutally whipped, was in pain and numb, and couldn't help but scream out in agony.

The whip seemed to be imbued with a power specifically targeting spirits; each time it fell and lashed at a spirit, a searing pain would erupt from the depths of its soul.

In an instant, Bai Jue realized that the other party was not revealing a 'flaw' at all, but was deliberately luring it into a trap!
Sure enough, the moment the thought flashed through his mind, Bai Jue suddenly discovered the pre-set restriction on the two's islands of consciousness. He was furious and gritted his teeth: "Fine, fine, fine, since that's how it is, neither of you will have an easy time!"

A surge of negative emotions—a mixture of madness, violence, and anger—was released by Bai Jue in one breath.

Instantly, Orochimaru and Onoki's minds were disturbed by that massive negative emotion, and extreme thoughts took deep root in their consciousness like a malignant tumor.

From the outside, the two sides appeared to have merely exchanged glances.

However, only those who are at war can truly understand how dangerous and terrifying that brief second really is!
"uh-huh!"

Orochimaru groaned, blood flowing from his seven orifices, and staggered back several steps.

Onoki, standing next to him, was in an even worse state. His extraordinary ability nearly went out of control, and he was completely listless, his face showing deep exhaustion.

On the other hand, White Zetsu endured several 'mental beatings' and was by no means much better.

"appease!"

"appease!"

"appease!"

Bai Jue promptly analyzed his own mental state and continuously used reassurance to help himself break free from the loss of control over his spirit.

"I'll take the lead in the attack, and you'll cover me."

Orochimaru took a deep breath, drew his Kusanagi sword, and unleashed chakra from his feet as he charged toward White Zetsu.

The longer the current situation drags on, the more disadvantageous it will be for them.

Putting aside the pressure from the Sage of Six Paths blocking Obito Uchiha, the White Zetsu on this side, relying on the special nature of the audience channel, if the delay continues, they might lose control of their extraordinary abilities before Obito Uchiha can come to their aid.

Therefore, we must act swiftly and decisively, the sooner the better!
"it is good!"

Onoki didn't argue, after all, his current condition was really not very good.

He follows the Black Emperor path, unlike Orochimaru's 'White Tower' path. He doesn't have many methods targeting the mental level, which is why the White Zetsu's 'madness' just now had a great impact on him.

Fortunately, in addition to his extraordinary abilities, he was also a powerful ninja.

"Earth Release·Yan Fenshen!"

Several rock-formed clones split off directly from Onoki's body.

"Latent Shadow Snake Hand!"

A large number of pythons emerged from Orochimaru's sleeves, attempting to block the White Zetsu's movements.

His idea was simple: since using extraordinary abilities couldn't suppress your White Zetsu, then they should return to their 'comfort zone', which they were most comfortable with.

Don't forget, before becoming a Sequence Path Extraordinary, he was a ninja!
Bai Jue's eyes narrowed slightly as he unleashed a powerful pressure towards the approaching swarm of snakes!

deterrence!

The pythons were immediately stunned and dared not take another step forward.

But at that moment, Onoki's distraction pressed against Orochimaru's back: "Earth Release: Light and Heavy Rock Technique!"

Orochimaru's weight was instantly reduced, and his speed instantly reached its limit. He passed through the snake swarm like a streak of light, and his sharp sword was aimed directly at his face.

But White Zetsu wouldn't just sit and wait to die; he pushed off the ground with both legs and retreated.

As it turned out, Onoki had anticipated its retreat location. One of his clone arms, encased in heavy rocks, slammed into it: "Earth Release: Weighted Rock Technique!"

"Damn Onoki."

Bai Jue's pupils contracted slightly; it really hadn't expected that there was a clone hidden behind it.

The difference in combat experience became apparent. Although he was playing a support role, Onoki had a keen eye for every opportunity and had even laid a trap in advance!

boom!
The enhanced fist slammed into White Zetsu's waist.

The immense force propelled it directly toward the Kusanagi sword, which was engraved with mysterious runes.

Staring at the sword blade that was so close, gleaming with a cold light, White Zetsu's mind was filled with frantic warnings. Although he didn't know the specific abilities of this sword, he was certain that it was definitely Orochimaru's creation, a weapon specifically designed to counter him, and he absolutely could not be touched!

"There was no other way; I was originally planning to hide it."

White Zetsu licked his lips, quickly formed hand seals, and then clapped his hands together: "Wood Release: Wood Wall!"

The next moment, the wooden stakes rose from the ground, forming a curved arched wall that protected the White Zetsu inside.

when!
The Kusanagi sword struck the arched wooden wall, its hardness causing sparks to fly.

The Kusanagi sword, once an incredibly sharp weapon capable of cutting through iron like mud, is now struggling against a wooden stake. Even with the blade bent at a ninety-degree angle, it still cannot penetrate even half an inch.

"This is... Wood Release?!" Orochimaru's pupils suddenly contracted sharply, and he was immediately shocked.

"That's right, it's the Wood Release technique you're imagining!"

White Zetsu laughed triumphantly, then rapidly changed hand seals, channeling chakra of both natures into the wooden stake: "Wood Release: Silent Binding Technique!"

The original arched wooden stake wall suddenly deformed, and the wooden stakes, like flexible soft creatures, wrapped around the Kusanagi sword like vines.

Orochimaru tried to pull out the Kusanagi sword, but the wooden stake held him tightly. Not only could he not pull it out, but he was also almost entangled himself.

The dense wooden stakes surrounding them, like a net from heaven and earth, completely blocked Orochimaru's escape route. His expression changed drastically: "Damn it!"

The White Zetsu's sudden use of Wood Release was completely unexpected.

You should know that in order to study the first generation of cells and thus replicate Wood Release, he sacrificed countless experimental subjects, but in the end only one survived.

No one knew better than him just how troublesome the First Hokage's Wood Release was!

"Earth Style: Rock Arm!"

Just then, a huge rocky hand suddenly emerged from the ground and grabbed Orochimaru in its palm.

It was Onoki, who was watching from the sidelines. When he realized the danger, he decisively used ninjutsu to save Orochimaru and, before the wooden stakes completely closed, the rock hand disappeared back into the ground!
"Tsk, it's that old codger again."

Seeing this, White Zetsu became even more jealous of Onoki, the two-day scale-bound man.

The opponent has too much combat experience and can always find one or two loopholes, which is extremely annoying!
"Are you okay?"

After Onoki rescued Orochimaru, he asked him.

"It's alright, but... the Kusanagi sword has been taken away." Orochimaru's heart pounded wildly. If Onoki hadn't intervened, he probably would have been in grave danger.

But what pained him even more was that the Kusanagi sword, which was originally designed to counter White Zetsu, was taken away so easily.

"It's the greatest blessing that no one is hurt."

Onoki took a deep breath, his eyes shifting between light and shadow: "Just how much has this guy been hiding? He even knows Wood Release."

As an old man who has lived through the early days of the ninja village, he knows all too well just how overpowered the combination of the First Hokage and Wood Release was!
This guy beats up tailed beasts like they're nothing. He'll never forget the scene where the First Hokage stood on a giant Buddha statue hundreds of meters high, told the tailed beasts they were too dangerous, and then slapped one of them to death.

If the White Zetsu were to reach one-third, no, one-fifth, of the First Hokage's level, they'd better make a run for it.

"It's alright, don't worry too much."

Seemingly sensing Onoki's worries, Orochimaru calmed himself down and comforted him, "I once created a Wood Release test subject, but its power was far from comparable to the First Hokage. Even if it could use Wood Release, it would only be at that level, and it would never reach the First Hokage's level."

"That's good"

Upon hearing this, Onoki breathed a sigh of relief.

Since Orochimaru was an expert in this area, he naturally trusted him, which boosted his confidence even further. He looked at White Zetsu and said sarcastically, "This level of Wood Release is an insult to the First Hokage. Don't show it off. I'll teach you a lesson today!"

"This level?"

Bai Jue tilted his head and suddenly grinned: "You talk as if you've ever seen me when I'm serious."

These words made Onoki and Orochimaru inexplicably tense.

"Since that's the case, then let me show you."

Under their watchful eyes, White Zetsu clasped his hands together, his chakra surging forth like a hurricane, and a low roar echoed through the barrier: "Aaaaaah! Wood Release: Advent of a World of Trees!!!"

Damn it? !
Orochimaru and Onoki's pupils dilated, their faces turning from white to blue, and then from blue to purple.

Rumble.
The entire roof began to shake violently, and thick tree branches broke through the tiles, growing rapidly at a visible speed!

Countless sturdy trees, like bamboo shoots after a spring rain, are rising from the ground at an almost frenzied rate and are constantly expanding in all directions.

In the blink of an eye, a vast forest suddenly filled the entire barrier!

Looking at the rapidly expanding forest behind him, with trees seemingly following him as if they were sentient, Onoki, unusually unable to contain his temper, cursed at Orochimaru: "Didn't you say it was similar to the Wood Release experimental subject, far inferior to the First Hokage? Did you ever tell the truth?!"

"I"

Orochimaru's lips twitched; he really wanted to retort.

But as he looked at the rapidly expanding trees, he immediately shut his mouth.

That's impossible!

He knew very well how capable that Wood Release test subject was; at most, he was at the level of a Jonin. To claim that he could replicate the First Hokage's Wood Release: Advent of a World of Trees was utter nonsense.

Who would have thought that White Zetsu could use the First Hokage's signature technique?!
But it's too late to say anything now.

Within the realm of trees, the caster can freely command this forest, attacking or defending at will.

Furthermore, the most troublesome problem is the unique nature of Wood Release. Once caught, it will frantically absorb the enemy's chakra, making it like a hedgehog that cannot be touched.

"Haha, you want to run?"

Through the Abyss of the Tree Realm, White Zetsu sensed the two frantically fleeing, his expression growing increasingly ferocious: "It's useless, you two can't escape within the Abyss of the Tree Realm!"

In the vast forest, countless trees extend their branches, as if weaving a large net.

Soon, Orochimaru and Onoki were cornered, surrounded by trees that surged in from all sides, leaving no gaps whatsoever!

Just then, Onoki clasped his hands together, and powerful chakra surged into his palms: "Dust Release: Limit Separation Technique!"

An upgraded version of the Primal Realm Stripping Technique, the transparent cube barrier suddenly expanded, emitting a blinding white light that instantly enveloped most of the barrier's area.

Everything within the pure white barrier was instantly annihilated, reduced to its most basic atomic state!
This move almost exhausted Onoki's chakra. He was breathing heavily, and he looked several times older: "Next, I'll leave it to you. I need to rest for a while!"

"what"

Orochimaru bit his finger, drawing blood, and slammed it heavily onto the ground: "Summoning Jutsu: Impure World Reincarnation!"

boom!
A coffin burst through the roof tiles and appeared in front of us.

"Ok?"

White Zetsu raised an eyebrow, seemingly surprised, but then revealed a confident expression: "The First Hokage and the Second Hokage are both in the mortal realm. I'd like to see who else you can bring out!"

In fact, it does have the confidence to back it up.

After all, the First and Second Hokage are still alive and have not yet returned to the Pure Land, so Orochimaru would never summon them.

Of the remaining ninjas, who can threaten it?
Madara Uchiha? That's even more impossible. Apart from Black Zetsu, no one possesses his physical tissue.

Thinking of this, White Zetsu not only did not stop them, but looked at the coffin with great interest, secretly thinking: "Perhaps, after killing them, I can learn this ninjutsu and then summon Uchiha Madara in front of Black Zetsu!"

boom!
The coffin was kicked open from the inside.

Then, the first thing to appear in sight was none other than the true Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi!
Orochimaru stared at his former disciple, Hiruzen Sarutobi, for half a second, then saw White Zetsu, his eyes flashing with rage: "It's you! You bastard!"

He could still remember that he was ambushed by this guy and then died silently.

But why is Orochimaru here with this guy?!

A barrage of questions filled Hiruzen Sarutobi's mind. He turned to his former disciple, Orochimaru, with a puzzled look: "Orochimaru, what exactly is going on?"

"Teacher, how about we put my matter aside for now?"

Orochimaru said leisurely, "That guy impersonated you and has now dragged Konoha into the quagmire of war. It just so happens that I have a grudge against him. How about we join forces?"

"it is good!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi agreed without any hesitation.

Although the time was short, he quickly made a judgment: no matter what, Orochimaru was still born in Konoha, but that guy was clearly the biggest enemy!

"Huh, it's actually an old man?"

Bai Jue remained unfazed, grinning broadly: "Even if you can summon him now, do you think you can defeat me?"

"Of course not."

Orochimaru's lips curled slightly.

The second coffin broke through the ground, and the person who walked out of it was someone Bai Jue had never seen before.

The man was completely wrapped in bandages, obscuring his face and giving him an air of mystery. He glanced at Orochimaru before fixing his gaze on Onoki, the Libra: "Heh, how strange. I was actually summoned by a Konoha kid, and it seems you played a part in it, Onoki."
"Teacher, please forgive me for disturbing you."

Onoki bowed respectfully and said in a deep voice, "We must rely on your help. That guy is very dangerous. Please allow me to explain the details later."

"Fine, since you're my disciple."

The mysterious man turned to look at the Third Hokage and sneered, "I never thought that one day I would be able to fight alongside the Third Hokage of Konoha."

Hiruzen Sarutobi also seemed very respectful, saying, "I never expected to see the Second Tsuchikage again, Master Mu."

"One Third Hokage, one Second Tsuchikage."

Bai Jue felt a slight pressure, but still sneered: "Hmph, they're just two old geezers who've been dead for who knows how long."

"is it?"

Orochimaru slammed his hand on the ground again and said in a deep voice, "So...where is this person?!"

Boom!

Another coffin broke through the ground.

However, unlike the previous two coffins, this coffin had the number 'four' clearly written on it.

"Masaka?!"

Only then did White Zetsu's pupils tremble, and his expression finally revealed horror and fear.

(End of this chapter)