The howling winds from the oncoming water dragons had already sent Hashirama and the others' robes flaring wildly, even before the beasts reached them.
Byakuren took the lead, hot on the trail of the whirlpools.
Madara, now controlling the body of First Raikage A, unleashed his full power and began to overtake Byakuren.
Only Ishikawa remained atop the city wall, not yet leaping down.
[Fire Release: Roaring Flame Technique!]
Facing the surging water dragons, Hiruzen Sarutobi stepped forward.
He slammed the Adamantine Nyoi-bo into the ground. His hands formed Hand Seals at blinding speed, leaving afterimages.
Then, he unleashed a torrent of searing flames from his mouth, illuminating nearly half the sky.
The roaring flames scorched through the air, twisting and warping everything in their path, radiating unbearable heat.
The Sarutobi clan's legendary Fire Release technique erupted with shocking power under Hiruzen's command.
*Boom!*
A thunderous explosion echoed across the battlefield, as if lightning had split the earth itself.
The raging flames roared like a furious crimson beast, clawing forward toward the swirling whirlpools.
As the flames and water dragons collided, it was as if the world had lost all color.
The immense impact caused both forces to merge and compress, unleashing unimaginable energy.
A massive burst of steam exploded outward, engulfing everything in seconds.
Like a thick white veil, it swiftly blanketed the battlefield.
In an instant, everything became shrouded in dense mist, turning the surroundings a blinding white.
Hashirama, this time you won't stop me.
First Raikage A was the first to break through the mist, standing before Hashirama. His gaze locked only on him.
The lightning-charged fist narrowly missed Hashirama's head as he dodged sideways. After blocking a kick from Hashirama, he retreated several steps.
Madara, it's not too late to stop this madness.
Your actions will only shatter the peace we've built in the Ninja World.
Hashirama knew Madara wouldn't listen, but some words couldn't be left unsaid.
You're just like back then.
Do you remember what I told you before the Uchiha stone tablet?
First Raikage A launched another attack, his eyes filled with nostalgia.
Does it even matter anymore?
Now, the Ninja World has already found peace and happiness.
Hashirama parried the strikes effortlessly, handling them with ease.
Without the Sharingan, even with Madara controlling First Raikage A, he gained no advantage.
Peace? I don't think so.
Only one who wields both the Uchiha and Senju powers can bring true peace to the Ninja World.
I have done it.
Only I can bring real peace to the Ninja World.
First Raikage A's eyes grew wilder, his attacks growing sharper and fiercer.
You fool!
I won't let your scheme succeed.
Hashirama shouted loudly, red cursed markings crawling across his face, as he kicked First Raikage away.
At the same time, others clashed as well.
Mito met Byakuren head-on, yielding not an inch.
Her acute sensing ability and immense chakra reserves gave Byakuren quite a challenge.
The constantly shifting Sealing Techniques kept Byakuren constantly vigilant, never daring to let his guard down.
Facing Mito, every technique he once took pride in now felt like a blunt weapon stripped of its edge.
Whether it was Water Release or any other Ninjutsu, after a few rounds of sealing, they were effortlessly dispelled the moment they reached Mito.
As for Mito's Sealing Technique, Byakuren didn't dare lay a hand on it.
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