It's been 24 years, why am I reincarnated in Konoha without a system?

Chapter 136 The Demon Sprout Technique, Ishikawa's Resolve

"Mitarai Ishikawa? What are they doing here!" Almost the instant Ishikawa and his group were exposed by Nakayoshi, Genma exclaimed in surprise.

As the former chief examiner of the Chunin Exams, he naturally had a vivid memory of Ishikawa, the only one to be promoted to Chunin this time!

But given the current situation, it seems that even with their help, the chances of success are slim...

"You still have the mind to look at other people? Don't think that just because you're holding hands you're loving. I hate guys like you the most!" The brown-haired woman, seeing Xuanjian's astonishment, scolded him disdainfully.

With a red lip licking her lips, she forcefully swung the small leather whip in her hand, forcibly interrupting Genma and the other two and separating them.

The other two immediately took turns facing off against Raito and Iwashi respectively.

Meanwhile, the man with four stripes tattooed on his face was simultaneously facing off against Tarojiro and Parker.

"You guys stay here and play with them for a bit, I'll go harvest the prey." Seeing that the situation was clear and everyone was tied up, Hiruko calmly gave the order and walked towards Kirigakure Nakayoshi and his squad.

He was determined to obtain the Netherworld Bloodline!

[Damn it! I never expected to run into Hiruko, the main villain from the movie, here, and he even has an extra subordinate? This is really troublesome...]

Seeing that Hiruko was ignoring him, Ishikawa cursed under his breath and realized something was wrong.

Although Hiruko is not one of the four bloodline ninjas in the final movie, who knows how many bloodline limits he currently possesses.

Even without any of those abilities, the opponent's strength, surpassing that of a Jonin, was something he couldn't possibly contend with.

Ishikawa didn't believe that Hiruko, who had escaped the pursuit of the Sannin, was an ordinary person. He believed that Hiruko was at least a quasi-Kage with strength surpassing that of an elite Jonin.

"So, the only trump card we can use to turn things around is you, Kakashi-sensei." After quickly analyzing the situation in secret, Ishikawa looked at the bright moon in the night sky and made his decision.

"Zi zi zi ......"

Seeing Kakashi standing close by with a blank stare, Ishikawa immediately began refining his Lightning Release chakra to activate his cells and increase his attack speed.

"I'll stop Kakashi from waking up. You all do your best to meet up with Genma and the others and wait for reinforcements." With a loud shout, Ishikawa instructed his two underlings and the three of them, and immediately brandished his long sword, guiding Kakashi towards the depths of the sea.

Kakashi, being manipulated, was like a puppet, only knowing how to execute orders and showing no other reaction as he followed Ishikawa, fighting and chasing away from the battlefield.

"You arrogant, naive brat, my puppet curse isn't so easily broken. Don't even mention you, even the Third Hokage couldn't do it!" Hiruko scoffed as he watched Ishikawa fight and retreat.

Then, his gaze shifted, his eyes flashing red as they met those of the wary Kirigakure member, Chukichi. "To avoid Kirigakure's Blood Mist policy and prevent being purged, you dare not use even a bloodline limit like Dark Release. You can only disguise yourself as a sensory ninja, clinging to life and waiting for some uncertain future."

"Then what right do you, so weak, have to possess Dark Release? Become my power, and I will use the Demon Sprout Technique to let the entire ninja world know the might of Dark Release!"

"Become your power? Damn it, what kind of forbidden technique is this so-called Oni-Garra Technique??" Seeing that he was being closely watched, Kirigakure Chūkichi could only angrily press for answers, trying to buy time and wait for Kirigakure reinforcements.

"Hahaha! The Ghost Sprout Technique is a bloodline plundering technique that I spent many years developing."

"In other words, I can plunder the power of all bloodline limits if I want to."

"Zhongji, it's an honor that you've been chosen by me as my target! So, become my strength..."

With Nakaji's expression one of utter astonishment, Hiruko laughed maniacally and reached out to grab his face.

"Don't even think about succeeding!"

"Stop, you bastard."

"Go! Protect Captain Zhongji."

At the critical moment, just as Hiruko made his move, the three Kirigakure Chunin shouted and rushed towards their opponent.

Although they were also surprised by the fact that their captain, Nakaji, had hidden his bloodline limit, he was still their superior and comrade no matter what!

Moreover, the Blood Mist policy has ended, and the Fifth Mizukage, who is about to take over the position in Kirigakure, possesses two bloodline limits. Therefore, even at the cost of his life, he must ensure Captain Nakaji escapes to protect Kirigakure's bloodline limits...

The three Chunin from Kirigakure had a good idea, but reality gave them a harsh lesson.

"A feeble counterattack!" Hiruko snorted coldly and then swung his arm, the bandage on his arm appearing like a sharp long knife in the blink of an eye and piercing into their chests.

Amidst the resentful gazes of the three, they simultaneously groaned and were thrown directly into the sea to feed the fish.

"Next, it's your turn." Looking at the emotionally agitated and somewhat frightened Nakaji, Hiruko sneered and formed hand seals.

"Water Release: Water Cut..." Almost at the same time that Hiruko was forming hand seals, Nakayoshi immediately launched an attack first.

Despite facing several water blades bursting from the sea, Hiruko remained completely calm and simultaneously completed the hand seals, "Forbidden Technique: Demon Sprout Technique..."

In the blink of an eye, Hiruko, in his human form, transformed into an unidentified dark blue fluid, ignoring physical attacks and rushing towards the terrified Kirigakure Chūkichi from all directions.

China and Kyrgyzstan naturally refused to yield and immediately put up a fierce resistance.

At the same time that forbidden technique was being activated, Ishikawa, who was fighting Kakashi on the other side, also changed his expression.

We can't delay any longer! Otherwise, before Hiru can even breathe and retract his Netherworld Release to further enhance his strength, if he continues to fight head-on, even a puppet like Kakashi could kill him.

"Moreover, the time is almost right..." Ishikawa quickly sheathed his sword, bit his hand, and formed hand seals, glancing at the others who were distracted by Hiruko's attack through his red eyes.

At that moment, the chakra beneath Ishikawa's feet dissipated, and he fell into the sea, causing Kakashi's kunai attack to miss its mark.

Just as Kakashi activated his Sharingan and formed hand seals to counterattack, a blue-white spirit emerged from the seabed and entered Kakashi's body, causing him to freeze in place.

"Ishikawa? Tell me quickly, what's going on outside? This barrier isolates my five senses, so I can't see anything outside." As soon as Ishikawa entered Kakashi's body, he heard Kakashi's surprised and ashamed voice.

Ishikawa looked up and saw that Kakashi's consciousness was isolated inside a red cursed barrier, where he was currently unleashing ninjutsu to fight against it.

"Just as I thought! Teacher, you're also struggling against that cursed seal." Ishikawa didn't answer but instead smiled, though he had expected it all along.

In the movie, Kakashi was able to resist the cursed seal with the power of his Mangekyou Sharingan, so even if he hasn't truly awakened his Mangekyou Sharingan yet, he shouldn't be completely powerless to resist.

So……

"Teacher, there's no time to explain! I need you to suppress your body with all your might for one minute. After one minute, I'll have a way to break that curse mark."

After a brief and concise explanation, Ishikawa's spirit vanished with a whoosh.

"One minute?" Kakashi murmured, his three tomoe eyes spinning rapidly as he formed hand seals and lightning raged.

Although he didn't know how Ishikawa could break the curse, he believed that Ishikawa must have his reasons for saying that.