Chapter 256: Chapter 256: The Prey Caught in the Spider's Web
Suddenly, footsteps echoed.
"Sasuke-sama!"
"Is it over?"
Kimimaro's voice rang out, and Sasuke smiled slightly, "Ah! It's over!"
"So, where are we heading next?"
Kimimaro, who had been guarding the entrance, sensed the disappearance of the chakra fluctuations inside and finally entered to check.
Sasuke shook his head at Kimimaro. "Nowhere. We'll wait here for a while!"
Wait? Fine, let's wait!
Kimimaro didn't question the reason.
Looking at Gaara lying not far away, with the Tailed Beast chakra extracted, he was already dead!
Seeing the fate of the Jinchūriki, Gaara, Kimimaro seemed to think of something.
Sasuke noticed Kimimaro's gaze and was about to reassure him, "Don't worry, you won't end up like him."
However, Kimimaro spoke first, saying, "If Sasuke-sama needs it, the Three-Tails inside me can be offered at any time!"
Unexpectedly, he would say such a thing, which genuinely surprised Sasuke.
But Sasuke smiled, "There's no need!"
"If I wanted the Three-Tails from your body, why would I go to such great lengths to save you?"
These words warmed Kimimaro's heart immensely.
"I understand, Sasuke-sama!"
With that, Kimimaro slowly lowered his head.
At this moment, Sasuke's sensation grew stronger.
'Indeed… someone has entered the forest, haven't they!'
'It should be a search squad from the Sand Village!'
Sasuke smiled slightly. While waiting for Deidara and the others, this could help pass the time.
Forming a one-handed seal.
'Lightning Style: Endless Thunder Pool!'
Crackle!
Suddenly, thunder roared, and lightning swiftly formed a small thunder pool around Sasuke.
Seeing Sasuke suddenly use a jutsu, Kimimaro immediately reacted. 'This is…'
Sasuke formed seals again!
'Lightning Style: Web of the Mind!'
The surrounding lightning was rapidly absorbed, and then the thunder web spread…
In a flash, the sound of thunder echoed through the cave.
Sasuke closed his eyes, carefully sensing.
Although he hadn't activated Sage Mode, using the Web of the Mind still allowed him to probe a range of about a kilometer without issue.
The third-level nature transformation of his Lightning Style had significantly enhanced Sasuke's abilities.
And at that distance…
The search team in the forest had entered the range.
Hinata and Neji were on either side, using their Byakugan to observe any anomalies.
In the middle, Ino continuously used her chakra sensory abilities to search for the enemy.
Shino's insects and Kiba's sense of smell were also tracking Sasuke's scent.
They steadily advanced toward Sasuke's direction.
Shikamaru observed their surroundings.
Suddenly, Shikamaru seemed to feel something but couldn't pinpoint what it was.
At that moment, it felt as if something brushed past him, yet nothing seemed to be there.
Meanwhile, Neji and Hinata simultaneously raised their hands, signaling everyone to stop.
"What is it?"
Kakashi immediately asked in a low voice, while Might Guy also chimed in, "Have you found the enemy?"
Sweat beaded on Neji's forehead as he looked around and glanced toward Kakashi and the others.
At the same time, Hinata appeared shocked, observing their surroundings.
Even Ino muttered to herself, "What is this? Such chakra… waves… what's going on?"
"Ino, what's wrong?"
Shikamaru approached Ino, concerned that something might have happened to her. But upon careful observation, there was nothing unusual.
Ino opened her eyes, looking at Shikamaru.
"No… impossible… Shikamaru!"
"I feel a chakra current, like electricity, spreading from afar, forming a massive web that has enveloped us… all of us!"
Chōji couldn't quite understand Ino's words.
At the same time, the Sand ninja, including Chiyo, moved closer to Kakashi's group, listening intently to Ino's explanation.
"Ino, clarify—what web? What encirclement?"
At that moment, Hinata spoke up, "Ino isn't wrong. I saw it… just now, an electric storm swept through us, yet we weren't harmed!"
"This electric storm is now around us, like…"
"Like…"
Hinata struggled to find the words.
Neji stepped in to explain, "Like a spider's web, and we are the prey caught in it!"
Kakashi's eyes widened in shock.
Lightning!
A web!
An electric storm suddenly engulfing them!
When it came to Lightning Style, only one person came to mind!
"Sasuke… Uchiha!"
Kakashi and Might Guy spoke simultaneously.
Everyone froze.
Inside the cave, Sasuke's lips curled into a slight smile.
"Well, well! What an unexpected catch!"
"Kakashi-sensei, Guy-sensei, the Konoha team, and Chiyo!"
"Such an impressive lineup—is it meant for me?"
Hearing Sasuke list those names, Kimimaro frowned. "Sasuke-sama, has someone caught up to us?"
Sasuke nodded.
"I'll handle them!"
"Wait!"
Sasuke stopped Kimimaro. Though Kimimaro's strength was remarkable, the opposing team included Kakashi and Might Guy, along with Chiyo.
While Sasuke didn't consider the puppet-using old lady much of a threat, she still deserved some respect.
At that moment, Kakashi's group was entirely at a loss.
"According to Ino, Neji, and Hinata, an electric storm suddenly surrounded us, causing no harm!"
"Instead, it formed a spiderweb-like structure of lightning, and now we stand within it, right?"
Shikamaru analyzed.
The three nodded.
After confirming, Shikamaru swallowed nervously.
"In other words, we've… already been discovered!"
"Sasuke seems to have developed a detection or sensory jutsu using Lightning Style, with an unbelievably vast range!"
Hearing this, everyone was stunned.
Using Lightning Style!
To create a sensory jutsu—could such a thing even be possible?
Perhaps only Sasuke Uchiha could conceive of and actually develop such a technique!
Kakashi and the others were unsettled, realizing that Sasuke's skills had become even more terrifying.
"Using Lightning Style… to create a sensory jutsu?"
"This kid is even more incredible than I imagined!"
Chiyo's expression betrayed her unease as she muttered.
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Chapter 257: Chapter 257: Black Lightning Descends from the Heavens
had never heard of Lightning Release being developed into a detection-type jutsu.
After all, lightning is inherently difficult to control.
Simply mastering it is already a challenging feat.
Thus, Lightning Release is primarily known as a powerful offensive technique.
Developing it into a detection-type jutsu requires not only talent but also:
Mastery of extreme chakra control,
And an unimaginable degree of expertise in manipulating the properties of Lightning Release.
Without these, it would likely be impossible to create a form of Lightning Release chakra
that doesn't harm people but is solely used for detection.
Not only did Chiyo understand this principle, but Kakashi and the others did as well.
Kiba clenched his fists tightly.
"Sasuke… just how much have you grown during this time?
You even managed to develop this kind of jutsu!"
Initially, he thought that Sasuke's departure meant his progress would surely lag behind.
Kiba had believed he would soon catch up to him.
But now, it was clear: Sasuke was still Sasuke.
The genius remained the genius!
"Kakashi-sensei, what should we do now? Sasuke has already pinpointed our location. Should we keep going?"
Sakura, while eager to see Sasuke immediately,
was no longer the naive, clueless girl she once was.
Under Lady Tsunade's tutelage, she'd matured greatly over this time.
"Continue!"
After a brief moment of thought, Kakashi promptly issued the order to move forward.
"Even though we've been discovered, Sasuke's personality leaves two possibilities:
He will either leave immediately or… stay and wait for us."
Might Guy wasn't entirely sure why Kakashi thought this,
but he trusted that Kakashi had his reasons.
After all, Kakashi had spent significant time with Sasuke and understood him well.
"Then let's move!"
Shikamaru also agreed with Kakashi's analysis.
For Sasuke, it was either departure or staying.
Leaving would mean Sasuke had completely disregarded or ignored them.
Staying, on the other hand, would signify his confidence in his own strength,
believing no one could pose a threat to him.
Both scenarios aligned perfectly with Sasuke's character.
"Proceed according to the formation we planned earlier!
Even though our location has been revealed, this Lightning Release detection jutsu
likely cannot be maintained for long!
He may not be able to track our movements continuously!"
Kakashi had just finished speaking when Neji interjected:
"Yes! The lightning network has already disappeared!"
Hearing this, everyone let out a sigh of relief.
Especially the Sand Shinobi, who had witnessed firsthand just how terrifying Sasuke could be.
Being perpetually under surveillance would have been a nightmare!
In truth, Sasuke didn't need to maintain the lightning network indefinitely.
Once a target was locked,
he could rely on telepathic sensing to track their positions and movements.
So, while the lightning network vanished, it didn't mean Sasuke had lost track of their location.
"Sasuke-sama… are enemies approaching?"
Inside the cave, even though Sasuke hadn't said anything,
Kimimaro could sense the fluctuation in his chakra.
From this, he deduced that Sasuke had detected enemies.
"Yes, that's correct."
Sasuke nodded.
Kimimaro clenched his fist.
"Sasuke-sama, let me handle them!"
Watching Kimimaro prepare to confront the enemies without even asking who they were,
Sasuke quickly stopped him.
"You cannot act. From now on, you must avoid combat as much as possible
and refrain from overusing your chakra!
Two other members of the Akatsuki are heading this way!
If you engage, you might release the tailed beast's chakra and draw their attention."
Sasuke wasn't overly concerned, but he wasn't ready to confront the Akatsuki yet.
He still had unresolved matters to handle.
Kimimaro's face softened with gratitude.
He looked at Sasuke with even greater reverence.
"Stay here and wait.
I'll deal with them myself. Besides, they're people I know.
I want to face them personally. Only intervene if the situation becomes dire. Understood?"
Kimimaro nodded.
"Understood, Sasuke-sama!"
Outside the cave, Sasuke casually picked a large rock to sit on.
He focused on sensing Kakashi and the others' positions.
Sasuke frowned.
"They're so slow. Can't they move a little faster?
At this rate, how much longer am I supposed to wait?"
For the impatient Sasuke, waiting was an infuriating ordeal.
He lowered his head, letting a spark of electricity flash at his fingertips.
"Then… let me speed things up for you!"
In an instant, Sasuke activated his chakra.
Lightning Pool! Activate!
The roaring sound of thunder echoed through the forest.
The next moment, Sasuke opened his eyes,
lightning flashing from them, illuminating the surroundings.
Electric sparks gathered wildly around his right arm.
Raising his hand, Sasuke unleashed his jutsu.
"Lightning Release: Discharge!"
Zap!
A massive bolt of lightning shot into the sky,
piercing the clouds above.
Kimimaro, standing at the cave's entrance, watched Sasuke in confusion.
He was about to ask what Sasuke was doing when suddenly
BOOM!!!
A deafening roar of thunder erupted from the heavens,
resonating throughout the entire sky.
The sound was relentless, and within moments, the sky darkened.
Kakashi and the others, advancing through the forest, abruptly stopped.
They looked up at the sky, listening to the thunder rumbling within the clouds.
Kakashi felt a growing sense of unease.
Far away, Sasuke's lips curled into a slight smirk.
"Although… this isn't an independent jutsu,
I can still mimic this move using the Lightning Pool!"
He raised his right hand, pointing his index finger toward the sky.
Then, slowly lowering it, he directed it toward Kakashi and the others' location.
"Divine… Retribution!"
BOOM!!
CRASH, CRASH, CRASH!
Terrifying bolts of lightning descended from the sky,
striking Kakashi and his group's location with immense force.
When the black lightning crashed down from the heavens,
transforming into a massive lightning column,
Kakashi's eyes widened in shock.
"This… What is… this?"
BOOM, HUMMMM!
The next moment, the black lightning consumed the forest…
The deafening roar of thunder reverberated through the woods….
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