Chapter 201: Chapter 196: Madara Is Always Madara!
Chapter 196: Madara Is Always Madara!
"What do you mean? Using a blade?"
"Idiot, that guy must have a Zanpakuto."
"Who would've thought we'd be so honored to see him use his Zanpakuto?"
"Hahaha, interesting, very interesting. In that case, let's see how powerful your Zanpakuto is!"
The group of ghosts started speaking one after another. However, the moment Jin unsheathed his Zanpakuto, panic began to spread among them!
The immense spiritual pressure emanating from the blade made their very souls tremble. Even their own Zanpakutos began to shake uncontrollably!
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Inside a cave...
"All forces have been dispatched. I suppose it won't take long to locate the spot where the One-Tail will soon reincarnate?"
Uchiha Madara muttered to himself. Suddenly, he stood up, his gaze shifting toward the outside.
In that instant, he felt it—a presence!
An immensely powerful spiritual pressure, one that was not much weaker than his own!
Who could it be appearing in this place?
Could it be Hashirama?
"Hahahaha! Hashirama, have you come to find me? Let's have a good battle!"
The thought of Hashirama thrilled Madara, and he immediately set off toward the location of this spiritual pressure.
However, upon seeing Jin locked in combat with four ghosts, Madara was disappointed.
He had thought it might be Hashirama, but it turned out to be an unfamiliar nobody.
That said, Jin instantly noticed Madara the moment he appeared!
"Uchiha Madara!"
Looking up at Madara in the sky, Jin grew excited.
So, this guy was also a ghost!
If that was the case, then Jin would simply send him on his way!
"Release it! Let's unleash our power!"
With a resounding shout, Jin's Zanpakuto began to transform. Its appearance changed from a standard sword into a massive blade over three meters long.
With just one swing, three of the ghosts were sent flying.
Of the five ghosts, only one now remained.
Before Madara's arrival, Jin had already killed one of them. However, the remaining four had fought cautiously, making it difficult for Jin to finish them off.
As for using stronger power, Jin hadn't felt these ghosts were worth it. He estimated it would take no more than half a minute to eliminate them.
But now that Madara had arrived, Jin decided there was no need to waste any more time.
The lone surviving ghost gripped his Zanpakuto tightly with trembling hands, staring at Jin in fear.
This man was terrifying. With just a single slash, he had killed the others. If not for his quick reaction, he would likely be dead too!
Should he continue fighting this monster? Or retreat and report to Lord Uchiha Madara?
But with his current strength, could he even escape?
While the ghost hesitated, Madara appeared.
"Step aside. Leave the rest to me."
Madara spoke calmly, shifting his gaze to Jin.
Sensing the aura from Jin and the pressure emanating from his Zanpakuto, Madara felt impressed.
"This guy... not bad."
"You're strong. I'll give you a chance—join me and become my subordinate. I can give you everything you desire."
Madara crossed his arms, speaking with absolute confidence. He believed his offer was more than generous.
Surely, any rational person would know what choice to make.
But to Madara's surprise, Jin replied, "Is that so? Unfortunately, my goal is to eliminate all ghosts in the ninja world—including you!"
Hearing Jin's response, Madara wasn't angry. Instead, he mocked Jin's foolishness.
"Ridiculous! Do you think a little power makes you invincible? I've slain countless so-called geniuses!"
With that, Madara charged at Jin.
His speed was so astonishing that Jin barely had time to react. Fortunately, relying on his battle instincts, Jin managed to block with his left hand.
Smack!
Although Jin successfully parried Madara's kick, the impact sent him stumbling backward several steps.
"If you refuse, then I'll just have to kill you!"
"Kill me? It's me who will kill you! Even if you're Uchiha Madara, you're just a ghost now. What are you so arrogant about?"
Jin swung his massive Zanpakuto toward Madara. The sheer force created a powerful gust of wind.
In response, Madara raised his right hand and clenched his fist.
Boom!
A red projectile struck Jin's Zanpakuto—it was a Bala!
Unlike the slower and more destructive Cero, Bala was much faster but less powerful, making it ideal for catching opponents off guard.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Three consecutive Balas slammed into Jin, sending him flying like a broken kite. Blood spurted from his mouth mid-air.
"Damn it! He's this strong? Should I retreat for now?"
Jin felt indignant but couldn't think of a better solution. At his current level, he wasn't Madara's match.
He needed to hunt more ghosts, strengthen his Zanpakuto, and increase his own power.
Just as he was about to retreat, Madara appeared in front of him.
"Stand up. Your power isn't limited to this. Let me see your true strength!"