Chapter 89: Team Spirit
Moreover, Koshino's ability to take down the Jonin-level Mist Anbu in front of him was partly due to his use of secret techniques and partly due to his strategic planning.
Even "Fierce," who was watching from the sidelines, couldn't help but be amazed!
First, he used the Wind Body Flicker Technique in combination with the Leaf Hurricane, deliberately showing a flaw to the Mist Anbu.
When the Mist Anbu confidently believed he could kill Koshino, little did he know that Koshino had already used the Shadow Clone Technique.
The shadow clone formed seals in place of the real body, and without any seals, unleashed the Shadow Stitching Technique.
The sudden attack from the shadows gave Koshino a complete advantage. He then used the "seal-less" Shadow Hands to directly unleash a Big Ball Rasengan, which ultimately "obliterated" the Mist Anbu in front of him!
Therefore, whether it was "Fierce" or anyone else evaluating Koshino's previous battle, the verdict would undoubtedly be "perfect."
Of course.
If Koshino hadn't mastered so many of the Nara Clan's secret techniques, taking down the Jonin-level Mist Anbu would have been quite troublesome.
However, even though Koshino expended more than half of his chakra to deal with one Mist Anbu, which might prevent him from maintaining such a terrifying combat style in the future,
he couldn't help but smile smugly as he returned to "Fierce's" side, seeing that Uchiha Shisui and Kakashi hadn't completed their battles yet.
"Shadow, what's up?"
"Tired already?"
The mysterious Anbu "Fierce" was no fool. He could see that Koshino was subtly competing with Uchiha Shisui and Kakashi.
Moreover, Koshino never did anything out of line; he was clearly a smart person.
So, Koshino's subtle competition only improved the atmosphere of the Blade Team. Everyone was taking the enemy seriously, creating a positive cycle.
In such a situation, even "Fierce," let alone the team captain Shisui, couldn't say much about Koshino, only secretly praising him.
However, seeing Koshino return to his side after dealing with a Mist Anbu, "Fierce" found his behavior a bit strange and naturally asked.
Unexpectedly, as soon as "Fierce" finished speaking, Koshino's gaze fell on Uchiha Shisui and Kakashi.
Especially noticing that Uchiha Shisui's battle was going smoothly, while Kakashi's earlier Lightning Blade had missed the Mist Anbu, dragging the fight on a bit longer, Koshino's eyes filled with a smile.
He then calmly said, "Fierce, the captain just said, we are a team."
"So, when it's time to shine, I won't hold back for the captain or Lightning."
"But when it's time for teamwork, I'm willing to give up my advantage and seek team cooperation!"
"After all, our Blade Team is a whole!"
With that, Koshino observed the situation ahead, took a deep breath, and formed seals with his hands once more.
Koshino's previous words left "Fierce" once again speechless with shock!
So young, yet so composed.
Lacking the arrogance typical of his age, Koshino appeared to "Fierce" as nothing short of a prodigy!
In the original storyline, who among the young characters could have the same level of awareness as Koshino?
That would be none other than Itachi! The future Itachi, who would achieve extraordinary feats and harbor great ideals!
As for the others, even the Third Hokage and the Fourth Hokage had their flaws when they were young.
And as for Kakashi, who was right in front of Koshino and the others, there's no need to say much.
His personality was quite arrogant.
If he didn't have the title of a genius and didn't change later on, Kakashi might have become one of the least popular people in the village of Konoha!
"Fierce" might have a mysterious identity, but from the way he refers to the Fourth Hokage, it's clear that his status in Konoha is definitely not low!
So, when "Fierce" was secretly amazed by Koshino's mindset, it was as if he had discovered a raw gem, his eyes filled with anticipation!
"I really don't know how Shikaku got so lucky!"
"Putting aside everything else, just with this mindset of Shadow, as long as he can maintain it, the rise of the Nara Clan is just around the corner!"
"In the future, the Nara Clan might even become the third great family after the Uchiha Clan and the Hyuga Clan!"
"Shikaku, I'm starting to feel a bit envious of you!"
"Fierce" thought to himself, taking a deep breath.
Especially when he thought of his own incompetent younger brother, "Fierce's" gaze towards Koshino became even more intriguing.
As for Koshino, he didn't even know "Fierce's" identity, so how could he pay attention to "Fierce's" thoughts?
Thus, while "Fierce" was silently pondering other matters, Koshino's gaze was fixed on Kakashi!
Because in Koshino's view, the situation Kakashi was facing was truly dangerous!
Not long after Koshino dealt with the Mist Anbu in front of him, Uchiha Shisui, using his terrifying Body Flicker Technique, also took care of the Mist Anbu before him.
The number of Jonin-level Mist Anbu quickly dropped from six to four.
And then, to swiftly resolve the battle and avoid leaving more traces, Uchiha Shisui charged alone towards the two Mist Anbu that "Fierce" had restrained with Earth Release ninjutsu!
He was actually planning to take on two Jonin-level Mist Anbu by himself!
But, Shisui of the Body Flicker is Shisui of the Body Flicker. What does it matter if there are two Jonin-level Mist Anbu?
In just a few rounds, with his Sharingan awakened, his eyes glowing with a crimson light,
and three black tomoe spinning within, Shisui of the Body Flicker, giving it his all, overwhelmed the two Jonin-level Mist Anbu, leaving them no time to even catch their breath!
However, because "Fierce" was momentarily stunned by something Koshino said, the remaining Anbu took advantage of "Fierce's" distraction and closed in on Kakashi.
Originally, Kakashi was already struggling against one Mist Anbu, and now with another attacking from behind, even if Kakashi sensed it, he was still taken aback!
Moreover, if the two Jonin-level Mist Anbu truly cooperated, it would be terrifying!
The Mist Anbu fighting Kakashi head-on was desperately draining Kakashi's energy.
The one attacking from behind had a sinister smile on his face, and in the moment Kakashi couldn't split his attention, he was about to stab a kunai into Kakashi's chest and lungs!
But!
Just as Kakashi noticed the kunai from the Mist Anbu behind him about to pierce his back, suddenly, the actions of the Mist Anbu in front and behind him came to an abrupt halt!
And as the actions of the two Mist Anbu simultaneously stopped, a familiar voice slowly echoed in Kakashi's ear!
"Shadow Imitation Technique!"
Read a lot of advanced chapters and exclusive Naruto fanfics at:
P@treon.com/ChakraMaster