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Chapter 119 Uchiha Madara: Hashi Hot Mom, I understand your happiness!

"Was that person really Madara Uchiha?"

Looking at the distant, misty battlefield, Yukinagi was full of confidence in Hozuki Shingetsu, but when she learned that her opponent was the nemesis of the ninja god Senju Hashirama, she couldn't help but worry.

The reason is simple: now that Hashirama Senju has been missing for decades, some people scoff at the great achievements he made, thinking they were all fabricated, while others believe them wholeheartedly.

Yukinagi happens to be the latter.

In this state of mind, he naturally had a different opinion about Uchiha Madara, who was his equal.

"Don't worry, regardless of whether that masked man's claim of being Uchiha Madara is true or not, even if he were, he'd be in his sixties or seventies by now. How much of his strength would he have left?"

"And you know how strong Crescent Moon is, so the outcome of this battle is still uncertain!"

Qing had unconditional faith in the strength of his companions.

This trust is built not only on years of friendship, but also on Hozuki Shingetsu's repeated miraculous feats.

He simply didn't believe that Hozuki Shingetsu would fall here.

Splash!

Just as the group was discussing something in the distance, a loud noise suddenly came from the place where the mist was rising. The group peered out and saw countless trees growing wildly from the mist. In just a moment, a dense forest rose from the ground and appeared before them from nothing.

"If I remember correctly, Wood Release was Hashirama Senju's signature move... Madara Uchiha doesn't seem to know Wood Release, does he?"

Looking down at the dense forest, even Ao, who was full of confidence in Hozuki Shingetsu, didn't know what to say for a moment. He could only stare blankly at the battlefield in the distance, speechless.

Under the influence of the chakra originating from the same source as the White Zetsu and the Divine Tree, Madara Uchiha's Advent of the Tree World technique covers an area far exceeding the area covered by the mirage, only slightly smaller than the area released by Hashirama Senju in his complete state.

Although this place is located in a remote mountainous area, with all the forces fighting tooth and nail, there are no truly sparsely populated places in the Land of Rain. Such a large-scale abnormal fluctuation naturally attracted the attention of various forces in the distance.

"That's... Wood Release?"

Staring in shock at the ever-growing forest in the distance, the ninjas from various villages immediately thought of Hashirama Senju's Wood Release technique, which he used to quell the chaos of the world.

As the backdrop for Hashirama Senju's pacification of the chaotic world, each ninja village naturally has detailed records of Wood Release, so even an ordinary ninja can recognize the origin of this ninjutsu.

As is widely known, Wood Release, the bloodline limit of the Senju clan, has not been used for many years. Now, in the fiercely contested Land of Rain, what does the reappearance of this long-lost Wood Release signify?

This means Konoha is about to launch a counterattack!

As the ninjas from each village gasped in shock, they simultaneously relayed messages to the front lines and risked their lives to advance into that area, attempting to gather more information.

Suddenly, hawks flew everywhere in the area, creating quite a scene.

Of course, it wasn't just these ninjas who were in shock; there were also Konoha ninjas who witnessed this scene.

However, unlike the ninjas from other factions, the Konoha ninjas, after a brief moment of shock, were overjoyed and realized that victory in the war was assured!

As the founder of Konoha, Hashirama Senju's influence in the village is undeniable. Coupled with the years of cultivation by Tobirama Senju and Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Senju lineage, Hashirama Senju is no longer just a figure, but has become the embodiment of the spirit of Konoha.

The presence of Wood Release, a symbol of the Senju clan, here implies a possibility.

There was an unknown Senju clan member fighting, and coincidentally, Tsunade, the granddaughter of Hashirama Senju, was right there. So, who was this powerful member who used Wood Release? Need I say more?

So when these Konoha ninjas saw the Wood Release, Hashirama Senju's signature ninjutsu, appear, they immediately went into a state of mental euphoria and excitedly rushed towards the distant battlefield, trying to lend a helping hand to Tsunade in the battle.

When the ninjas from other factions witnessed this scene, they became even more certain of their judgment.

Although they didn't know who was fighting the Konoha ninja using Wood Release techniques, they decided to do everything in their power to stop the Konoha ninja from going there, based on the principle that the enemy of my enemy is my friend.

Thus, in an instant, countless unexpected battles broke out in the area surrounding Uchiha Madara and Hozuki Shingetsu, centered around them. With the help of friends and acquaintances, the area was thrown into chaos.

"That was... Grandfather's Wood Release?"

These ninjas could all discern the origin of this ninjutsu, and as Hashirama Senju's granddaughter, Tsunade was naturally even more familiar with it.

In this era where the Senju clan is in decline and only its past is remembered, no one cares more about Wood Release, the only hope for the revival of the Senju clan, than she does.

Originally, after she and Senju Nawaki had both given up hope of awakening Wood Release, she had already given up on the idea. However, she actually saw a living Wood Release user on the battlefield of the Land of Rain. How could she not be extremely excited?

But... "Who exactly is using this Wood Release technique?"

Since the Senju clan disbanded its name, its population has become increasingly sparse.

As the granddaughter of Hashirama Senju, it can be said that she knows every single one of the current Senju clan members.

However, she was certain that none of these people had any hope of awakening Wood Release, and they hadn't even come to the battlefield in the Land of Rain. Therefore, the identity of this Wood Release ninja was a question worth investigating.

The place where they landed was not far from the battlefield, so the moment Tsunade saw the Wood Release ninjutsu appear, she ran wildly towards the center of the battlefield without thinking.

"Tsunade!"

Jiraiya and Orochimaru exchanged a glance, knowing that given Tsunade's current condition and the intensity of the battle in the distance, letting her go alone might lead to serious trouble.

So after instructing Nagato and the other two to conceal their whereabouts, they followed Tsunade closely behind and headed towards the place where the Wood Release technique had appeared.

"They're gone. Should we take this opportunity to escape?"

Watching the three leave one after another, Xiao Nan couldn't help but speak to the other two.

The scene of being fought over by two groups of powerful ninjas these past few days has been far too stimulating for her. So, as soon as she had a chance to escape, she couldn't wait to get away from here, even if it meant returning to her original life of wandering.

"No, I'm not leaving!"

To Konan's surprise, it wasn't Nagato Uzumaki who rejected her first, but Yahiko.

"These few days of living here have made me realize that in order to live well in this world, one must have great strength."

As Yahiko watched Jiraiya disappear into the distance, a burning ambition ignited in his eyes.

"That white-haired ninja clearly has a good impression of us. If we take advantage of that pity, we might be able to become powerful ninjas like them. Then, achieving our dreams will probably be much easier."

He was fed up with begging every day. He wanted to live like a human being and then pursue his dreams!

Nagato Uzumaki, standing to the side, clearly supported Yahiko's decision. Ever since those Konoha ninjas stormed into his home and killed his parents, Nagato's young heart had been filled with the desire to become stronger.

He had previously struggled to learn ninjutsu due to a lack of opportunity, but now that he had the chance, he was even less likely to give it up.

Seeing the two's resolute attitude, Xiao Nan had no choice but to give up her idea of ​​leaving.

For her, she would rather the three of them be together forever than live in fear, and she was willing to pay any price for it.

At this moment, Madara Uchiha was clearly unaware that he had become "the hope for the revival of Konoha," and that countless people were gathering here under the attraction of Wood Release.

However, perhaps even if he knew, he would simply pretend these people didn't exist.

At this moment, in the center of the battlefield, after releasing the Advent of the Tree World, Madara Uchiha naturally sensed the mirage hidden in the mist by relying on the tree roots that covered the earth.

"Wood Release: Tree Binding for Eternal Burial!"

As Madara Uchiha clapped his hands, a large number of vines rose from the ground, surrounding the slow-reacting mirage and wrapping around it in circles.

drink!

As soon as Madara Uchiha thought about it, the vines contracted inward like pythons, and the Mirage's hard shell instantly developed obvious cracks under the pressure.

Judging from its appearance, it was clear that the clam would be crushed by the vines in just a few moments.

Seeing this, Hozuki Shingetsu had no choice but to put away the mirage and also deactivate the steam explosion.

Although the Water Release Chakra Mode can alleviate the weakness caused by the Steam Explosion to some extent, when facing a ninja like Madara Uchiha, especially Madara Uchiha now with Mangekyou Sharingan and Wood Release, there can be no room for complacency. Any factor that may weaken our fighting power must be eliminated.

Seeing that Hozuki Shingetsu had released the Steam Explosion, Uchiha Madara smiled contemptuously, clasped his hands together, and shouted out the movements of Senju Hashirama that he remembered.

The trees on the ground suddenly came alive, and countless vines rushed towards the direction of Hozuki Shingetsu.

"Water Release: Water Gun Technique - Sweeping Barrage!"

Hozuki Shingetsu raised his hands like pistols and fired water droplets continuously. Although these water droplets could easily break the branches, Hozuki Shingetsu's efforts were like a drop in the ocean compared to the overwhelming number of branches.

"Tailed Beast Ball!"

A black light appeared in his mouth, and it quickly expanded to more than ten times its original size. Under Hozuki Shingetsu's control, the Tailed Beast Ball flew straight towards Uchiha Madara.

Splash!

Countless trees stirred at the sound, their roots intertwining and appearing in front of the Tailed Beast Ball.

boom!

These trees could not withstand the Tailed Beast Ball, but as a Wood Release technique specifically designed to attack Tailed Beasts, especially with abundant chakra at this moment, for every branch damaged, another branch would sprout from the ground.

The Tailed Beast Ball didn't even get close to Madara Uchiha before it was annihilated on the road.

"Kneel before Hashirama's might!"

"Haha, Hashi's hot mom, is this your happiness? I understand now!"

Looking down at Hozuki Shingetsu, who was darting left and right like a monkey amidst the attacks of the tree branches, Uchiha Madara burst into wild laughter.

"We still don't know what the kaleidoscope's eye technique is, and we haven't even used Susanoo yet... Just to be on the safe side, we should use Sage Mode as a backup!"

Hozuki Shingetsu glanced at Uchiha Madara standing on a tree in the distance and secretly sensed the progress of his shadow clones absorbing natural energy.

In the thick fog just now, he certainly didn't just release the mirage and the steam explosion; to be on the safe side, he also created a shadow clone to absorb natural energy.

From a sensory perspective, it would only take one minute for Madara Uchiha to be able to see his unforgettable Sage Mode again.

And now...

"Water Release Chakra Mode, Full Power Operation!"

In an instant, an eerie red color appeared from the roots of Hozuki Shingetsu's hair, spreading to his entire head. Combined with his tailed beast transformation, his aura intensified further.

But that's not all. Under pressure from Madara Uchiha, he even pulled out his Lightning Release Chakra Mode, which he had been keeping hidden away for so long because he was worried about it being discovered by outsiders.

"Lightning Release Chakra Mode, activated!"

In an instant, numerous tiny golden arcs of electricity appeared around Hozuki Shingetsu, and a powerful aura of chakra erupted from his body.

With the combined power of the dual chakra escape techniques and tailed beast transformation, this aura even materialized, forming a dark red chakra flame that surrounded his body.

Ugh!

Centered on Hozuki Crescent Moon, a fierce wind howled, and dust waves and leaves drifted outwards in concentric circles.

"Fancy and overly complicated!"

Madara Uchiha stepped out with one leg, looking down at Shingetsu Hozuki, unconcerned about the various strange phenomena caused by his power surge.

After all, when it comes to extraordinary phenomena alone, which ninjutsu can compare to Susanoo and Wood Release?

And coincidentally, he now knows both of these ninjutsu.

The Hozuki Shingetsu below was not angered by Uchiha Madara. In this state, his physical abilities were greatly enhanced, and with his current speed, he didn't need to worry about the vines catching him.

"Too slow, too slow! Is this all you've got?"

Hozuki Shingetsu transformed into a dark red phantom, racing wildly through the forest, dodging attacks from branches coming from all directions. Although the situation seemed precarious, he always managed to dodge at the last second.

In this situation, Hozuki Shingetsu closed the distance to Uchiha Madara at an extremely fast speed.

Until the distance between the two sides closed to a certain extent...

Swish!

Under the clear sky, a blood-red figure leaped up from the sea of ​​trees, leaving a long trail of rainbow light, and charged towards Uchiha Madara!

Beneath his feet was a sea of ​​vines that tried to reach upwards but could only hang down helplessly;

Before him stood Uchiha Madara, arms crossed, craning his neck to look at him.

"Ninja Taijutsu: Hell Thrust!"

Hozuki Shingetsu stretched out his right arm, facing the sunlight, and used this ninjutsu technique he had developed on Uchiha Madara.

As the third Raikage's brother, Moody naturally had some knowledge of Lightning Release ninjutsu techniques.

Based on his own characteristics, Hozuki Shingetsu developed his own unique ninjutsu.

Just as the sharp arm was about to pierce Madara Uchiha's heart, he calmly said:

"Susanoo!"

In an instant, the hexagonal snowflake pattern in Madara Uchiha's eyes spun wildly. Accompanied by a strange fluctuation, Shingetsu Hozuki was surprised to find himself frozen in mid-air, unable to move at all.

"Wood Release: Silent Binding Technique!"

Several vines rose from beneath Hozuki Crescent's feet and wrapped around her.

Under the combined suppression of the Mangekyou Sharingan's eye techniques and Wood Release, even Hozuki Shingetsu in this state was forced to remain trapped.

"As a Jinchuriki of a Tailed Beast, you actually dared to charge straight at the Uchiha, especially since this Uchiha knows Wood Release ninjutsu... I really have to admire your courage."

Madara Uchiha arrived in front of the immobilized Shingetsu Hozuki and looked down at him.

"Who gave you the courage? Hashirama?"

"You're absolutely right. It really was Hashirama Senju who gave me the courage."

Hozuki Shingetsu raised his head and grinned.

As he spoke, a lotus flower, turning from gold to red, slowly appeared between his brows, and dark red eyeshadow quietly emerged.

boom!

A cracking sound rang out, and amidst flying wood chips, Hozuki Shingetsu, wearing a hermit-like mask, slowly emerged.

"Hashirama Senju's happiness? Sorry, you can't even imagine his happiness."

(End of this chapter)