A few seconds before Yama broke free of the Genjutsu.
…
On the reality plane.
The current battlefield inside Amegakure has become a complete mess.
Unlike the previous confrontation between the leader of Amatsukami and Akatsuki whose battle level has reached the realm of Gods (from the perspective of Shinobi partaking in this war), the current battlefield had the appearance of what a war between shinobi should be like.
Ninja tools like Kunai, Shuriken, Swords, Knife, Tonto, Senbon, Exploding Tags, Ninjutsu like Katon, Suiton, Doton, Raiton, Futon, Rasengan, Hair Jutsu et cetera, occasional appearance of some Kekkei Genkai, air pressure because of Taijutsu moves, Genjutsu because of three Mangekyou Sharingan users, occasional appearances of Susanoo, papers, crows and whatnot were constantly flying from one person to the another.
Konan and Homusubi because of their unique Jutsu had the most mobility, but their entire focus was the protection of Nagato and Yama respectively.
“Might Guy, keep this fellow occupied for a while.” – With a quick dodge from the attack from Tendo Pain, Jiraiya jumped high in the sky using his toad characteristics and, spurted out a large amount of oil on Konan ‘Gamayudan!’ (Toad Oil Bullet).
The toad oil bullet was extremely fast and in less than a second, it was poured all over Konan’s body, soaking her entire body in oil.
Konan frowned… Oil is very viscous and sticky, and it prevented her from peeling apart her papers.
Having succeeded with the attack, Jiraiya was now ready to kill the two children he had once taught, it was difficult for him, therefore, he said one last sentence, “I had hoped that the three of you would make your dreams come true… I never wanted such a day to come where I will be left with no other choice but to eliminate both of you myself.”
Konan wasn’t afraid even if she did not have any escape left, “Jiraiya-sensei, you know nothing of what we experienced… someone who hasn’t experienced can never understand what we suffered.”
Jiraiya had no answer, he could say nothing, this is not the first time he has been accused as such, and perhaps she is right. The suffering of oneself can only be understood by them and them alone, even if other’s try, they will never be able to understand them, and sadly Jiraiya knows this better than anyone.
‘It’s time to end this…’ – with this Jiraiya bent down and while stimulating the metabolism of his hairs with his Chakra, he said, “Perhaps you are right after all, but I cannot allow you all to destroy the peace.”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt‘Senpo: Kebari Senbon!’ (Sage Art: Kebari Senbon).
Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh… Whoosh…
All the Hair needles pierced Konan’s body…
Blood spurted… and her body fell…
Thump… Plop…
And collapsed on the ground…
Along with her, all the papers floating in the sky or acting all over the battlefield also started to fall down. The same was the case with Nagato’s body also started to fall…
Jiraiya went forward to the place where Konan’s body fell… He had a sad expression… he did not want to kill his disciples…
Hisss…
Suddenly the sound of Exploding Tags burning reached his ears…
“Kami Bunshin rigged with Exploding Tags?!” – Quick reflexes immediately alerted Jiraiya and he instantly jumped away…
Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom… Boom…
Jiraiya frowned only to realize that the Konan he had soaked in with his oil was a mere Clone.
At this time, Konan’s eyes emerged on the papers that had covered Nagato, with her appearance Nagato’s fall also stopped… while still wrapping herself over Nagato she made paper wings and made sure to stay afloat over a much higher height than Jiraiya can ever reach.
From beginning to end, she had no intention of fighting Jiraiya…
She knows that as long as Nagato is alive everything will be alright, that’s why keeping Nagato alive is her objective, at the same time, it is also the meaning of her life so that Nagato can fulfill Yahiko’s dream.
She has been trying to dispel the Genjutsu on Nagato, but for some reason, it was proving to be futile, “Is it because of Sennin Chakra? But if that’s the case…” – then she turned towards Yama, and thought, ‘He shouldn’t be able to release Jiraiya-sansei’s Genjutsu either!’
It was at this very moment when Cyan Chakra flames suddenly gushed out of the opposite side.
“No no no no no… please no… it couldn’t be… Nagato has yet to free himself of Jiraiya-Sensei’s Genjutsu, why is he able to free himself?! Does that mean he has control over Sage Chakra?” – Konan was shocked.
On another side, after Cyan Chakra flames exploded high into the sky, they condensed together to reveal Yama’s body covered in a Tenseigan Chakra Cloak.
The Flames of Tenseigan Chakra were brighter than ever, and they seem to contain endless power.
As soon as everyone realized that Yama has recovered, everyone on the field back off without exception.
Some had a shocked look; some were pale because the chakra pressure emanating from Yama was too massive. So much so that the pieces of rocks and other matter were lightly rising high above contrary to the laws of gravity.
The density of Chakra in the surroundings was becoming thicker… but there were very few people who were able to sense this increase in density…
Why?
Because it was Natural energy. And very few people can sense Natural energy.
Because everyone instantly backed off, something akin to a Vacuum region was created, and only Homusubi was standing behind Yama.
Yama breathed a sigh of relief after noticing that no one was approaching him. The reason is obviously that Nature Energy in his body has started to exceed more than what he can bear… Even though his Tenseigan Chakra Cloak seems to be much stronger than it was before because of Natural Energy it is still damaging Yama’s body and the proof is clearly visible from the small petrification that he can fall all over his body.
Especially around his arms, which have started to become stone.
But Yama was not intended to back off now, this is the best opportunity to eliminate Nagato. Because Nagato has yet to break free of Jiraiya’s Genjutsu so he couldn’t summon Gedo Mazo to protect himself.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmOnly Konan is there. Tendo and Jigokudo are also there, but Nagato is unable to summon Gedo Mazo using these two puppets.
If this opportunity is missed then this entire raid will become meaningless.
So, gritting his teeth, Yama started to condense his Chakra into Gudodama (Truth-Seeking Orbs).
Instantly, four Gudodama appeared at Yama’s back.
As soon as everyone saw those Black- Orbs, Jiraiya’s senses tingled. He could feel just how dangerous these Black Orbs were, although he had no accurate understanding of that Jutsu.
Toad Fukasaku instantly spoke to Jiraiya, “Jiraiya-boy, that thing shouldn’t even touch you… if it does…”
Fukasaku need not finish his words because Jiraiya understood very well… but he can also see that Yama’s target is not him or any other person… even he can see that the person Yama is targeting is Nagato.
‘Kinrin Tensei Baku!’ (Golden Wheel Reincarnation Explosion).
At this time, Yama raised his right hand above, and instantly the four Gudodama merged together to reveal a Golden Chakra Sword that pierced through the clouds as well as illuminated the entire sky with a golden hue.
Tenseigan Chakra from Yama’s body kept flowing from Yama’s body into the Golden Sword, thus illuminating the entire Amegakure and more with a dazzling golden light.
Eyes of all those far away subconsciously turned towards that Golden Light.
It was at this moment Nagato also regained consciousness.
Yama noticed that Nagato has freed himself from Jiraiya’s Genjutsu and he spoke with an indifferent tone, “It’s time to end this farce!”
That indifference combined with that godly aura, and the unimaginable power of that sword made those words akin to a God’s Judgement.
Having said that, Yama instantly brought down the sword and slashed through Nagato.
Slash…
Puff…
Blood spurted…