Chapter 155 : Little Trial!

In the midst of their journey, the destination seemed distant. After traversing for a while, Kazuhiko and Ryūshō finally reached the back mountain.

Despite being labeled as the "back mountain,Kazuhiko gazed upon the undulating hills and the dense woods. Observing the concern in Kazuhiko's eyes, Ryūshō reassured him, "Don't worry; this is Uchiha territory, and there's no one else around."

"Ah, that's reassuring," replied Kazuhiko nonchalantly, though he pondered silently, "No wonder Konoha wants to obliterate you; you're too affluent!"

After some more walking, the duo arrived at a gap in the canyon. Passing through it, an expansive area unfolded before them—flat and vast, strewn with rubble and occasional rocks, with streams meandering through.

"This used to be our Uchiha quarry, abandoned for many years now," explained Ryūshō. "So, here we are."

"Shuh" "Shuh"

The two quickly climbed onto two boulders lying on the ground—one facing south, the other north—standing and locking eyes.

Ryūshō took his time, and after a while, Kazuhiko turned around to check.

"Shuh" "Shuh" "Shuh" "Shuh" "Shuh"

Silhouettes swiftly moved through the woods behind them. After a while, they reached the canyon directly. It was the Uchiha elders, with several of them activating their Sharingan, wary of missing anything.

"Finally arrived!"

"Hasn't it started yet? Excellent."

"Huhu...hu... No, I'm exhausted. I'm old, and my body is failing..."

"Three elders, it's your lack of serious training over the years... I'll be fine..."

"Enough talk; let's begin!"

As the command was given, everyone fell silent, attentively observing the presence of Kazuhiko and Ryūshō.

Kazuhiko leisurely removed his white robe, saying, "This is from Tsunade. It's my first time wearing it, so it mustn't be damaged." He casually tossed the white robe into the air, and a gust of wind carried it to Elder Uchiha's waiting hand.

"Disturbance!"

Kazuhiko expressed gratitude to Ryūshō, the fifth elder of the Uchiha clan and a rare female elder who had donned Kazuhiko's white robe.

The move caught the attention of the Uchiha elders, who observed Kazuhiko with a mix of curiosity and scrutiny.

"Is it luck or...?" 

The Uchiha elders regarded Kazuhiko with solemn gazes.

For Kazuhiko, possessing a strong connection to natural energy was a minor feat, merely a small test.

Ryūshō stood in silence, observing as Kazuhiko handed over the white robe.

As the white robe was removed, Kazuhiko's robust figure emerged from beneath the clothing.

Ryūshō's eyes grew even more serious. He understood that the handsome young man before him was no ordinary individual.

The strong wind not only carried the white robes but also rustled the leaves.

Leaves danced in the wind, creating a barrier between Kazuhiko and Ryūshō.

Eventually, as the wind subsided, the leaves descended slowly from the sky.

"Here it comes!"

In their hearts, everyone exclaimed with solemn eyes.

"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"

"Sharingan, activate!"

Instantly, Ryūshō unleashed an ordinary Great Fireball, but in his hands, it transformed into a blaze.

The overwhelming flames surged towards Kazuhiko, illuminating the dark night in an instant.

Excitement filled the distant elders as they watched the scene unfold. "What a powerful Great Fireball!"

Kazuhiko pondered for a moment, realizing he hadn't used ninjutsu much before.

Promptly, he executed the jutsu. "Water Style: Water Barrier!"

A torrent of water rose from the ground, resembling a colossal door blocking Kazuhiko's visage.

"What a formidable Water Style!"

Before everyone could marvel at this display...

"Boom boom boom!"

The flames collided with the water wall, creating a deep roar.

"Pssssssssssssssssss!"

The resulting water vapor, formed by the clash of Water Style and Fire Style, resonated in everyone's ears, spreading rapidly to the surroundings.

"Sharingan, activate!"

"Open!" "Open!"

To better witness the duel, the elders activated their Sharingan, believing their clan head held an advantage in the thick fog. After all, even the Mist Shinobi acknowledged the benefits of Hiding in Mist Technique in such conditions.

During the Ninja World War, numerous Mist Ninjas demonstrated this.

Their mist wouldn't gain any advantage against the Uchiha.

Presently, this mist confronts Kazuhiko and the head of the Uchiha clan, undeniably advantageous for the clan head.

However, Kazuhiko disagrees, thanks to his potent Observation Haki.

To his eyes, these mists seem more like extensions of his own.

"Boom!" "Boom" "Boom"

The three kunai swiftly pierced through the mist with the sound of the breaking wind and aimed at Kazuhiko.

"Test your skills first, avoid killing the Uchiha clan head."

Such a thought flashed through Kazuhiko's mind instantly, and he gracefully dodged the attacking kunai, his figure swaying several times.

Sa!

The kunai turned abruptly, and three floating kunai advanced toward Kazuhiko like flower buds.

It turned out that the kunai handles were wrapped with steel wire. After dodging, they turned back to attack.

Kazuhiko dove forward directly, "shuh" and "shuh" at a breathtaking speed, with the kunai trailing behind, continuously interspersing, yet unable to catch up.

Kazuhiko lunged directly at the Uchiha clan leader in the shadows.

"Charge!

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