Natsume entered Sage Mode at an extremely fast speed, and the corresponding patterns appeared on his eyes and forehead.
However, due to the mask, they were not very obvious.
Although the Three Great Holy Places all have Sage Modes, each has its own differences and characteristics.
In terms of duration, Mount Myoboku's is the shortest. Without the assistance of frogs, it lasts at most five minutes.
The fastest to enter Sage Mode is Shikkotsu Forest, which can be activated almost instantly.
In terms of the focused effects, Ryuchi Cave enhances sensor abilities and body flexibility, Mount Myoboku boosts Chakra and physical qualities, and Shikkotsu Forest maxes out recovery ability and body strength.
As for using Sage Chakra to increase the power of Ninjutsu, it is common to all.
Natsume asked Katsuyu Sage, and it was true that Hashirama Senju came to learn Sage Mode.
But how should I put it?
Because he was too strong, the Sage Mode in his hands had already changed greatly.
Just like Wood Release.
Sage Art: Water Release: Water Formation Wall!
Natsume didn't use Wood Release because it was unnecessary.
He was now in an environment surrounded by water, and Water Release received a significant boost.
Combined with Sage Mode, it was enough to deal with most Ninjas.
The Sage Chakra stirred up the seawater, and instantly a wall rose in front of Mei Terumī.
All the ninja tools and Ninjutsu were blocked.
Mei Terumī was slightly shocked, and a glimmer of hope appeared on her pale face.
This Ninjutsu wasn't released by her, which meant someone had come to rescue her.
Of course, at this time, she didn't think of Natsume, but the Ninjas of the Yuanshi clan, the elders of Kiri.
Hideyoshi didn't pay attention and thought it was Mei Terumī who did it.
Because they were in a fierce battle, the fluctuations of various Chakras covered Natsume's traces.
And ordinary Ninjutsu with added Sage Chakra didn't look much different on the outside.
"Use Earth Release!"
Hideyoshi immediately shouted.
Earth Release restrains Water Release.
They had previously broken through Mei Terumī's Water Release: Water Formation Wall using Earth Release: Earth and Stone Dragon.
Now they were repeating the same trick.
Following his order, three large mud - colored dragon heads suddenly appeared on the ground, opened their mouths, and spat out three Mud Bullets.
Mei Terumī frowned slightly, endured the discomfort, and began to form hand seals.
She knew that one Water Release: Water Formation Wall couldn't block the Earth Release: Earth and Stone Dragon simultaneously cast by three Ninjas.
But the next moment, she couldn't help showing a surprised expression.
The mud bullets hit the water wall but had absolutely no effect.
They had met a master.
There was only one way to make a Ninjutsu exert more power than its level.
Inject an excessive amount of Chakra.
Who was it that came?
Was there such a powerful Ninja in Kiri?
Mei Terumī could only think of Yagura Karatachi.
He was the Jinchuriki of the Three - Tailed Beast, and his strength goes without saying.
But it was impossible for him to appear.
As soon as this thought came to Mei Terumī's mind, she heard the roar of a water dragon coming from behind her.
Hideyoshi didn't have time to think about why this water wall was so strong that it couldn't be broken through. He quickly formed hand seals.
Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet!
A water dragon composed of flowing water appeared in front of him and quickly soared into the air.
"Everyone, be careful! There's another person!"
Hideyoshi finally realized the problem.
Mei Terumī didn't even form a single hand seal. This Ninjutsu must have been performed by someone else.
As his voice faded, the two dragons immediately collided.
Hideyoshi's expression instantly froze because his water dragon was utterly routed.
He quickly retreated backward.
The water dragon crashed down, and the wild [Chakra] shot out in all directions.
Carrying all sorts of mud and gravel, it slapped against the surrounding [Ninjas].
Screams rang out.
In an instant, one-third of them fell.
"What?!"
Hideyoshi was stunned by the sight before him.
Why was the power of such a simple Water Dragon Bullet Jutsu so ridiculously powerful?
Why did his own Water Dragon Bullet Jutsu seem like a phony?
Hideyoshi shivered.
The [Ninjas] he brought were all [Jonin] and [Chunin], worthy of being the elite of Kiri.
But now, half of them were gone.
How could he explain this when he got back?
"Lord Hideyoshi! Run!"
A sudden roar broke Hideyoshi out of his daze.
He instinctively looked up and saw that the entire sea was boiling, as if some huge monster was about to emerge from the water.
Hideyoshi's eyes widened. Countless waves shot up into the sky, as high as dozens of meters, covering them all.
This kind of power was beyond the reach of ordinary [Ninjas].
Hideyoshi didn't hesitate and turned to run.
The other [Ninjas] did the same.
Mei Terumī swallowed hard.
Although she was protected by the Water Formation Wall Jutsu, this jutsu could only block one side.
By now, her [Chakra] had been almost completely exhausted.
Just as she was struggling to leave, a figure appeared in front of her.
"Ki..."
Mei Terumī's mind went completely blank.
She had thought of many people, but never the merchant Kishi.
"Don't resist."
Natsume grabbed Mei Terumī's smooth shoulders, slipped his right hand under her legs, and picked her up in a princess carry.
After a few leaps, they disappeared instantly.
The next moment, the sea came crashing down, submerging the former Uzushio Village and Hideyoshi and the others.
A strange aura and warmth were transmitted through their tightly pressed bodies.
Mei Terumī was extremely stiff.
This was the first time she had been hugged by a man.
She was a typical strong - willed woman.
The reason was simple.
Among those in Kiri, she boasted the greatest talent and the highest strength.
She was destined to be the next [Mizukage]. Naturally, she wouldn't rely on anyone but would become the pillar of Kiri.
Oh!
But now, her feelings had changed a little.
A strong - willed woman would only recognize someone stronger than her.
She had previously been amazed by Natsume's foresight, and now she also witnessed his bottomless strength.
Of course, more importantly, she was in a dangerous situation.
In her past life, there was a psychological phenomenon called the "suspension bridge effect".
When a person crosses a suspension bridge, their heart beats faster involuntarily.
If they meet someone else at this time, this increased heart rate may be misinterpreted as being attracted to the other person, thus generating feelings of love.
That's why amusement - park rides like roller - coasters are much more likely to bring couples together than other rides.
Mei Terumī felt an unprecedented sense of security, and her face flushed slightly in an instant.
However, after a short while, she fainted.
She had exhausted her physical strength in the previous battle. Now that she was in a comfortable environment and her mind was at ease, she immediately couldn't hold on.
Natsume didn't return to Kiri but found a room in a nearby town.
He placed Mei Terumī on the bed and checked her body again.
Apart from the depletion of her Chakra, there were no other injuries.
Natsume let out a sigh of relief. It seemed that there was no need to call anyone. He just needed to wait.
He rubbed his hands. Anyway, she couldn't resist now, so he could do something he wanted.
It wasn't about exchanging cooking skills, but doing her hair.
If she asked about it later, he would say that her hairstyle had been messed up during the battle.
Natsume sat on the edge of the bed, propped her upper body up, and then untied her hair.
He reached out and gently parted the bangs on her forehead to both sides, revealing her right eye that she had always covered up.
Then he combed her disheveled hair into shape. With her natural curls, it instantly turned into big waves.
The young girl's small face felt so good, being soft and plump, which made Natsume couldn't help pinching it a few more times.
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