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Chapter 213 Star-Under-the-Scenes Show VS Uchiha Madara!

Konoha Village.

After making the arrangements, Xingxia Xiu's figure sank into the ground.

Upon sensing this, the White Zetsu, acting as bait, immediately and swiftly flew north, with Hoshino Shigehiro in hot pursuit.

"This guy is incredibly fast! He's even faster than me underground!"

Bai Jue was surprised and immediately used all his strength, even though he had never drunk milk before.

The Valley of the End.

Hoshino Hide's figure emerged and stood atop the head of the Thousand Hands Hashirama statue.

Opposite them was a white figure.

The Star Show is all too familiar.

Whirlpool White Zetsu!

And enveloped by White Zetsu... Uchiha Madara!

Nothing happened in Amegakure, which means that Madara Uchiha did not retrieve the Rinnegan.

It could be confidence, or it could be a reluctance to reveal one's identity.

But none of that matters anymore.

Looking at Madara Uchiha opposite him, Xingxia Xiu began his performance: "The creator of White Zetsu?"

"Was your Sharingan stolen from the Uchiha clan, or was it always yours?"

Madara Uchiha, enveloped in the swirling white Zetsu, looked at Hoshino Shirai, a mere replica of Hashirama, forcing him to step out of the shadows and into the light.

However, it seems that I overestimated myself.

Indeed, he's nothing more than a poor-quality copy of Hashirama!

Madara Uchiha chuckled inwardly, then said calmly, "I am indeed the creator of White Zetsu. As for the question that follows, you will find out later."

"Now, let me see just how much ability this clone of Hashirama possesses!"

Xingxia Xiu continued, "Hmm? Not many people call the First Hokage by his first name. You're from the Uchiha clan, a contemporary of the First Hokage?"

"Could it be...?"

Xingxia Xiu showed a look of shock.

Whirlpool White said to Madara Uchiha, "Lord Madara, it seems he guessed it!"

"See, I told you he was very smart."

Madara Uchiha remained calm and silent, then strode forward.

His steps quickened, and then he leaped into the air, looking down from above. As he completed the hand seals, enormous fireballs filled the sky.

A fireball roared down from the sky and crashed into Xingxiaxiu.

Rumble!

Fireballs landed one after another, bursting into flames and billowing smoke.

Xingxia Xiu's figure flashed, dodging the fireballs and waves of fire.

Amidst the billowing dust, Madara Uchiha's figure appeared.

Bang bang bang!

The punches and kicks collided with great force and weight.

"As expected of Uchiha Madara..."

Xingxia Xiu's eyes showed a hint of surprise.

He didn't use his full strength or indestructible body; he only used the strength of a superhuman and monstrous force, yet Madara Uchiha was evenly matched with him.

All I can say is that someone who can fight Hashirama Senju to a draw under normal circumstances is truly impressive.

Furthermore, taijutsu (body techniques) is also a specialty of the Uchiha clan.

It's quite surprising that Edo Itachi could hold his own against Naruto in Nine-Tails Chakra Mode in taijutsu.

It's clear how much Itachi held back when he fought Sasuke.

"Wow, that's fast!"

His attacks repeatedly missed, and Hoshino Hide realized that Madara Uchiha was faster than him.

As for his insight, with one Mangekyou Sharingan in one eye and a three-tomoe Sharingan in the other, he's no less perceptive than Madara Uchiha in the present day.

We're at a disadvantage!

Bang!

Hoshino crossed her arms, but was swept away by Madara Uchiha's kick.

Madara Uchiha did not pursue. Looking at Hoshino Hideaki, who had regained his footing, he said calmly, "As expected, a inferior product!"

His strength is comparable to Hashirama's, but he is inferior in everything else.

Xingxia Xiu dusted off his sleeves: "Uchiha Madara?"

"If that's really the case, then it's incredibly surprising."

"However, everything makes sense when it comes to Madara Uchiha's words."

Hoshino Shige stared at Uchiha Madara without any pretense: "But anyway, you've got me excited."

"You are the only one among the ninja world's demons who has earned my full strength."

Madara Uchiha raised an eyebrow upon hearing this.

Someone actually spoke to him like that.

"Then... let me see the full power of this inferior product."

Madara Uchiha.

It's sizzling!

The electricity flickered, and Xingxiaxiu was instantly enveloped in a dense electric light.

"He actually mastered Lightning Release Chakra Mode!"

The swirling white blade exclaimed in surprise.

The next moment, Xingxia Xiu's figure disappeared.

"So fast!"

Madara Uchiha was secretly startled, and turned his magatama to capture the traces of Hoshino Shu.

"It was too late for the rest..."

Madara Uchiha only had time to raise his arm to block before he was sent flying.

"Their strength has also increased significantly!"

Madara Uchiha felt his arm go numb.

Then, Xingxia Xiu's figure reappeared.

Above my head!

Boom!

When Xingxia Xiu kicked down, a large crater was blown open in the ground.

Madara Uchiha narrowly avoided the attack.

But that's not even the fastest speed of the Star Show!

With a swift movement, Xingxia Xiu arrived just as Uchiha Madara regained his footing.

This time it's the head!

My head is about to explode!

The swirling white blade exclaimed in surprise.

Madara Uchiha is automatically blocked.

Bang!

With a dull thud, Hoshino's legs failed to smash Uchiha Madara's head; instead, they were blocked by the blue skeleton.

Susanoo!

Click, click!

Susanoo split open.

The next moment, Xingxia Xiu's body flew out with a bang.

He was blasted away by the fist of the Susanoo skeleton.

"This power has surpassed that of Hashirama."

Madara Uchiha glanced at the cracks in Susanoo: "Your power surpasses Hashirama's; it's worth me using my strength..."

As he spoke, the cracks in Susanoo rapidly healed.

However, before he could finish speaking, Hoshino's speed increased again, and his figure instantly appeared above Susanoo's head.

Indestructible Body + Lightning Release Chakra Mode + Super Strength + Power of Nine Bulls and Two Tigers!

With a swift kick, Xingxia Xiu caused the Susanoo's skull-like head to explode instantly, right before Madara Uchiha's shocked eyes, and then the entire Susanoo collapsed.

"Susanoo, a powerful force that only those with the Mangekyou Sharingan can wield, within the Uchiha clan... Now it seems you truly are Uchiha Madara!"

"Let me see just how strong this ninja demon, who was once on par with the First Hokage, really is."

"If that's all there is to it, then it's very disappointing."

As Xingxia Xiu's voice faded, the earth exploded.

He descended from the sky, and with one foot he landed, the earth collapsed.

The battlefield was now directly above the statue of Hashirama Senju, and with this attack, the statue's head began to crumble.

However, Madara Uchiha dodged this attack.

When his first attack failed, Xingxia Xiu gave chase and appeared in front of Uchiha Madara.

Susanoo appeared swiftly, and this time it wasn't in skeletal form, but rather an upper body covered in muscles.

Click!

With a single punch, Susanoo was still unable to withstand the collapse.

But before Susanoo collapsed, it also attacked from both sides with its fists, blasting towards Hoshino Hideaki who was throwing a punch.

"Too slow..."

After the punch, Hoshinoya disappeared instantly, causing Susanoo's attack to miss.

"This guy's strength has increased again..."

Madara Uchiha was shocked. He formed hand seals, and the collapsed Susanoo reformed.

Furthermore, it is a complete body.

"Then let's see how your defense is?"

Madara Uchiha unleashed the Eight-Span Magatama, and with a wave of Susanoo's hand, two large blue Eight-Span Magatama hurtled towards Hoshino Shuu.

Instead of defending himself, Hoshino Shigehisa retreated, falling from the collapsing pillar statues into the water below.

Rumble!

The falling of the Yasakani no Magatama caused the head of the Hashira statue to completely collapse.

Susanoo also leaped up, growing two more arms. With its four hands, it drew chakra blades and slashed down at Hoshino Shigehisa, who was in mid-air.

Lightning Release Chakra Mode is deactivated, and Wind Release Chakra Mode is activated in its place.

With the added advantage of [Lightness and Weight Control], Hoshino's figure moved with incredible agility in the air, easily dodging Susanoo's attacks and reaching a higher altitude. With a wave of his hand, the Rasengan shuriken condensed and was infused with Lava Release.

Lava Release: Rasengan!

The attack came from the sky.

Susanoo slashed down with his sword, colliding with the Lava Release: Rasengan.

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The next moment, accompanied by a violent roar, a dazzling light burst forth, forming a rapidly expanding sphere of light.

At this moment, high in the sky, the four figures watching the battle all had solemn expressions.

"Susanoo, it seems he really is Uchiha Madara!"

Onoki squinted to shield his eyes from the bright light: "That bastard Hoshino Hideaki has gotten even stronger. I haven't even used his Wood Release yet."

The Third Raikage's expression was quite unpleasant.

He didn't think that Xingxia Xiu could master the Lightning Release Chakra Mode.

This ninjutsu itself is not very difficult, but it has a high barrier to entry, requiring a strong physical body.

To my utter surprise, Xingxia Xiu actually mastered the art, and he was quite skilled at it.

Although he is far inferior to him.

But this is bad enough already!

"Let's attack together!"

The Third Raikage couldn't hold back any longer: "Let's attack together and finish this brat off!"

If it weren't for the Star Show, they wouldn't have been able to come together.

Both Rasa and the Third Mizukage remained silent.

Onoki said in a deep voice, "Now is not the time."

"Uchiha Madara... this guy instigated us to join forces, and he has no good intentions."

The Third Mizukage said, "The Tsuchikage is right. Raikage, calm down. It would be best to let Madara Uchiha and Hideaki Hoshino both suffer heavy losses."

"They've only just begun; it's far too early for us to make a move."

The Third Raikage snorted coldly and said nothing more.

On the other side, in the woods near the End Valley.

Black Zetsu poked half his head out from behind the tree trunk, also watching the battle.

"This guy is growing too fast..."

Black Zetsu harbored deep concerns: "If we don't eliminate him, the plan will likely be difficult to proceed smoothly."

"But, the current Madara Uchiha..."

Madara Uchiha is not at his peak strength right now.

Chakra is collected by White Zetsu.

He doesn't have the Rinnegan, so he can't use its abilities.

"The Four Shadows...if the Four Shadows act in time."

Black Zetsu glanced at the sky.

……

The light in the sky faded, and Susanoo's Susanoo sword and arm were melted away.

But as it fell from the sky, Susanoo began to evolve rapidly.

When the massive Susanoo crashed into the lake, it was already covered by the Tengu's armor.

Madara Uchiha stood on the forehead of Susanoo, watching Hoshino Hideaki slowly descend onto the water's surface, and launched another attack.

Rumble!

Susanoo's destructive power is astonishing.

Hoshinoshige retreated repeatedly, and after reaching land, he clasped his hands together: Wood Release - Wood Human Technique!

A giant wooden figure rose up, a wooden dragon roared, biting the Susanoo sword that was slashing down, and the wooden figure grabbed the arms of Susanoo with both hands.

However, Susanoo has four arms.

Elbow strikes and kicks sent the wooden dummy flying.

Susanoo stepped forward to pursue, and the Susanoo sword slashed down. The wooden dragon opened its mouth and bit down, but then another Susanoo sword fell.

The wooden figure immediately clamped its hands together.

But there are four Susanoo swords!

"As expected, although it's not yet in its complete form, it's only one step away from it. However, the Wooden Dummy Technique alone is not enough to contend with it!"

Hoshino Hide looked at the Susanoo sword that was slashing down and felt helpless.

The Susanoo is currently only missing a pair of wings and a completely stable chakra system.

That was the strongest form.

The art of making wooden figures is still somewhat lacking.

……

"Looks like the Star Show is going to lose!"

"The Asura of the Ninja World, Susanoo, how terrifying!"

"Onoki, we may have to change our objectives."

The Third Raikage, Rasa, and the Third Mizukage were all terrified as they looked at the enormous Susanoo.

Onoki nodded: "Whether it's Madara Uchiha or Hideaki Hoshishita, they are both huge threats."

Madara Uchiha used them, but they also used Madara Uchiha.

Whoever wins, they kill!

……

On the wooden figure, Xingxia Xiu leaped up and flew backward at lightning speed.

The wooden figure was cleaved in two by Susanoo's sword, sending splinters of wood flying everywhere.

As she landed, Xingxia Xiu's eyes opened and closed, revealing her eyeshadow.

Sage Mode!

"Um?"

"Sage Mode power like Hashirama's?"

Madara Uchiha noticed this and immediately formed hand seals. His Susanoo transformed again, sprouting wings, and his chakra quickly stabilized, completely solidifying into a physical form.

Complete Susanoo!

At this moment, Susanoo's size was even larger, causing the four onoki watching the battle to gasp for breath.

too strong!

At that moment, Xingxia Xiu clasped her hands together.

Immortal Technique - True Thousand Hands!

In an instant, a giant wooden Buddha rose up.

Its size is so enormous that even a fully formed Susanoo cannot compare.

At this moment, everyone, including Onoki, was breathing rapidly.

"This guy is completely another Hashirama Senju."

Ōnoki gritted his teeth.

The Third Raikage shouted, "Madara Uchiha was defeated by Hashirama Senju back then, and he probably won't be a match for us now. We must prepare to make our move."

"Hoshinobu is ambitious; we absolutely cannot allow him to disrupt the order of the ninja world!"

The Third Mizukage and Rasa nodded in unison.

Onoki said, "Then be prepared to act at any time, but we can't ignore Madara Uchiha either."

"This guy faked his death back then; his true strength might not be inferior to Hashirama Senju."

The Third Mizukage said, "Of course, we have no right to ignore such an enemy."

……

"Wow, this guy is totally another Hashirama Senju!"

The White Zetsu exclaimed, "There are still four Kage! It seems they're planning to wait until Lord Madara and Hoshino Shu are both severely injured!"

"But seriously, are you really capable of defeating him?"

"After all, you don't have the Rinnegan right now!"

"Also, your chakra is running low!"

Madara Uchiha said calmly, "You talk too much."

"You're a failed creation of mine, all you do is sabotage your master!"

At this moment, Madara Uchiha was very calm.

The Four Shadows' actions were exactly what he had anticipated.

The show under the stars, on the contrary, was unexpected.

They actually managed to do the same thing as Hashirama!

"Was it powered by the tailed beasts?"

Madara Uchiha had some guesses, and Susanoo also took to the air.

This battle is far from over!