Alone and Infinite

"You noticed? This is a special ninjutsu I researched—the Sky Blade."

Orochimaru spoke with a hint of arrogance:

"That way, even if the sword isn't in my hand, I can still control the katana through the movements of my fingers—"

For some reason, Orochimaru suddenly felt a faint sense of foreboding.

really--

He stiffly turned his face and saw Li Xia's eyes, which seemed to be 'glowing'.

"You're already planning to sell the sword, so you're not going to be reluctant to part with this accompanying ninjutsu, are you?"

Orochimaru:

After another round of bargaining, Orochimaru, feeling 'physically and mentally exhausted,' was afraid that Li Xia would take a fancy to something else.

They hurriedly changed rooms, ostensibly to help Hei Tan get a medical check-up.

Unexpectedly, Li Xia stepped forward once again.

"One last thing."

Seeing the smile on Li Xia's face, Orochimaru asked warily:

"what's up?"

I've done the math, Awoo should be arriving in Konoha soon.

It's time to move on to the next step of the plan.

"You or anyone else, have a match with me."

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Chapter 251 Kaguya Kimimaro

Have a fight?

A smile gradually appeared on Orochimaru's face.

"interesting."

This suggestion was exactly what Orochimaru wanted, and his suspicious nature kicked in again.

He even began to suspect that Li Xia had sensed his inner thoughts and was taking the opportunity to test him.

"are you serious?"

After realizing that Li Xia wasn't joking, Orochimaru immediately became serious as well.

The brief exchange inside the room earlier proves nothing.

He could sense that Li Xia was not weak, but only a fight could confirm his true strength.

"Of course I'm serious."

If they don't fight, and Moriyama summons the Konoha ninjas, it will be difficult to explain away the lack of any signs of battle.

The whole plan may also go wrong.

Only a battle, and not a small one, but a big one, the bigger the better, will minimize any openings.

Looking into those pure white eyes, Orochimaru felt his heart beat faster.

The Byakugan is as famous as the Sharingan, and is said to be one of the strongest eye techniques derived from the bloodline of the Sage of Six Paths.

The Hyuga family has put a lot of effort into protecting these eyes.

Now that Li Xia is right in front of me, what if he's not as strong as I imagined?

Orochimaru had no choice but to 'reluctantly' turn his partner into a test subject.

Or perhaps this was Orochimaru's own hidden thought, but Li Xia's suggestion just happened to hit the nail on the head.

A long, snake-like tongue licked around the lips.

"Exactly what I want!"

As the wind swept through the treetops, the dense forest trembled and shook its branches and leaves, following the wind's command.

The continuous rustling sound accompanied the waves of green leaves rolling up, creating varying heights and depths.

Sunlight filters through the gaps between the branches, casting dappled shadows on the ground.

Orochimaru withdrew his gaze and asked, somewhat puzzled:

"Why must we fight on the land of fire?"

The Sound Village is right next to the Land of Fire, not far away, but Li Xia insisted on fighting here.

"I also have plans."

Although it is in the Land of Fire, it is located at the border between the Land of Fire and the Sound Village, which is very far from Konoha.

Orochimaru didn't pay much attention to what he heard, and instead sat down in the chair that the Sound Four had brought over.

He crossed his arms and said softly:

"Kimimaro, fight to your heart's content!"

"Yes, Lord Orochimaru."

Kimimaro, who also had white hair and two red dots above his eyebrows, slowly walked forward.

He was calm as still water, radiating a peculiar feeling—an indifference to all things in the world.

Perhaps in his heart, there is nothing else that can make him care about except Orochimaru.

"interesting--"

Orochimaru looked at the two people standing opposite each other and found it extremely amusing.

The same white hair, almost identical clothes.

There's also that well-hidden, yet still perceptible, indifference towards all things.

Both sides are even skilled in physical combat.

Kimimaro?

Li Xia was not surprised that Orochimaru had brought out Kimimaro, who was Orochimaru's strongest fighter and the body he had once desired most.

Detection!

[Comparing the intelligence and mental attributes of both parties]

[Due to the difference in intelligence/mental ability between the two parties, you receive 100% of the information.]

Kaguya Kimimaro

[Category: Human/Ninja]

Physical Strength: 3

[Health Points: 85% (Under Bloodline Disease)]

[Chakra: 1260 (with Cursed Seal buff)]

【Strength: 22】

Dexterity: 24

【Intelligence: 20】

【Spirit: 25】

【Physique: 24】

[Skills: Chakra Amplification, Corpse Bone Pulse, Kaguya Fluid Technique, Earth Curse Seal]

1. [Chakra Amplification]

Enhancement: By channeling concentrated chakra into different parts of the body, a corresponding boost can be obtained, with a maximum of 7 attribute points.

Defense: When attacked, it can consume chakra to resist a portion of the damage, up to 60% of physical attacks and 80% of energy attacks.

Primary Life Energy: Recovery Speed ​​+200%

2. [Corpse Bone Pulse]

Kaguya's bloodline limit.

Inherited from special genes of an alien race, they have the ability to freely manipulate the organic and inorganic matter within their bodies. Due to their different constitutions, they can only manipulate their bones.

Corpse Bone Vein: Bone Strength +2, nullifies skeletal injuries.

Rapid Healing: Consumes chakra to manipulate cell division and accelerate healing.

Derivative techniques of the Corpse Bone Pulse: Corpse Bone Pulse - Ten Fingers Piercing Shot, Corpse Bone Pulse - Willow Dance, Corpse Bone Pulse - Camellia Dance, Corpse Bone Pulse - Tang Pine Dance, Corpse Bone Pulse - Iron Wire Flower Dance

(Click to expand and view information on 14 bloodline limits)

3. [Kaguya Fluid Manipulation LV4]

The Kaguya clan, a powerful fighting family in the ninja world, developed practical taijutsu techniques through long-term battles.

1.灵活度+2、肌肉反应速度增加40%、招式攻击伤害增幅20——40%

2. Reduced recovery time after parrying, decreased recoil force after parrying, and increased attack speed.

4. [Earth Seal]

1. Cursed Seal: Increases maximum chakra capacity by 500.

2.一阶段：全属性增幅60%（上限10点）、查克拉量上限增加300、肉体强度+1

3.二阶段：全属性增幅100%（上限15点）、查克拉量上限增加500点、肉体强度+1

4. The Tragedy of the Cursed Seal: After activating the cursed seal, you will be corroded. The longer the time, the deeper the corrosion, and your willpower level will continue to decline.

[Comment: The last glimmer of the Kaguya clan. The gifts of fate have always come with a hidden price. Each use of the Bloodline Limit is a step closer to the end of life.]

The panel was closed.

Li Xia looked at Kimimaro, who was expressionless in front of him.

Just looking at the stats panel might not reveal how powerful this young man is; in fact, his stats aren't even as high as Li Xia's.

Physical strength is only 3.

However, because of the special energy of chakra, it is actually impossible to see the panel.

Just like Kimimaro could manipulate his bones to form bone armor, which was an abnormal defense that combined the defensive power of heavy armor with the flexibility of light armor.

Furthermore, with the amplification from the cursed seal, if it weren't for the Bloodstained Disease, Kaguya, upon activating her second stage, would have already reached Kage level.

This is what makes taijutsu-type ninjas terrifying, and it's also the foundation upon which they survive in the ninja world.

But as an opponent, it's just right.

In Li Xia's hand, Night Silence slowly appeared. Looking at Kimimaro, who was ready for battle and had already drawn his bone sword, he smiled and said:

"Wait a mininute."

Kimimaro, who was about to charge forward, immediately stopped and nodded very politely.

He patted Kurotan's head and said softly, "Go watch the battle, go next to Orochimaru."

Orochimaru's vicinity should be a relatively safe place, but there's a risk that Kimimaro might get excited and unleash his ultimate attack, which is indeed quite terrifying due to its area-of-effect attack.

Kurotan nodded and obediently trotted over to Orochimaru's side. After giving him a smug look, he rummaged through his personal space for a while.

He set up a cat tree and placed it next to Orochimaru's chair, then climbed up it in no time.

Orochimaru suddenly became interested in the seemingly intelligent kitten, but the more important thing right now was the battle between Natsu and Kimimaro.

A leaf was caught in the wind, swirling in the air before drifting slowly down.

"Whoosh!"

The two of them suddenly vanished from their spot.