Naruto Shadow Mage - Chapter 85
“Shisui Uchiha?!”
“Damn! So ‘Shun’ is Shisui Uchiha, the Shisui of the Body Flicker!”
In the original storyline, mentioning Itachi always brings to mind an indelible image for anyone familiar with it.
Anyone who has watched the original storyline can’t forget the solitary figure of Itachi in Konoha, who could defeat Kakashi with a mere glance.
But what about Shisui Uchiha?
Ah, not everyone might know about him.
After all, most people only remember Shisui Uchiha as the unlucky one who “died” at Itachi’s hands during the Uchiha Clan massacre.
However, Shisui Uchiha was far from being so insignificant!
No, he wasn’t!
As an ardent fan of Naruto, Cross Country was very aware of how terrifying the “Body Flicker” Shisui truly was!
Especially now, when Itachi had not fully matured yet, the undeniable top talent of the Uchiha clan’s new generation was Shisui Uchiha, codenamed “Shun.”
Even as Itachi gradually grew stronger, Shisui Uchiha’s fame had already spread throughout the ninja world. In the eyes of the Third Hokage and other Konoha high-ranking officials, Shisui Uchiha, in a few years, would be the “strongest” of the Uchiha clan, known as the foremost Uchiha warrior.
Unfortunately, this dazzling genius, who even proud Kakashi secretly admired, perished early on due to the radical actions of Danzo Shimura and the Uchiha clan’s reckless plotting. If the Uchiha clan had not conspired to rebel, the future with Shisui of the Body Flicker and Itachi, two “god-like” figures, would surely have brought unparalleled glory to the Uchiha clan!
Realizing that “Shun” was Shisui Uchiha, the Shisui of the Body Flicker, Cross Country was stunned for a while before his gaze slowly refocused on Shisui Uchiha. Seeing the legendary figure before him excited Cross Country more excited than when he first met the Fourth Hokage.
After all, during his interactions with the Fourth Hokage, Cross Country hadn’t undertaken missions together with him!
In contrast, Shisui of the Body Flicker was the most formidable partner Cross Country had during his missions!
“No wonder Minato-sensei trusts ‘Shun’ so much. Just the name Shisui of the Body Flicker makes him much more reliable than Kakashi!”
“Moreover, Shisui reached his peak earlier and stronger than Kakashi!”
“After training with Minato-sensei for so long, a small fry like Kakashi really can’t ‘satisfy’ me anymore. So, let’s see how formidable you are!”
“My dear captain, Shisui of the Body Flicker!”
Thinking this, a gleam of determination flashed in Cross Country’s eyes, but he refrained from childishly competing with Shisui Uchiha in speed by using his “Speed” secret technique during the journey.
Competing in speed was child’s play.
Even if Cross Country surpassed Shisui Uchiha in speed, what would it prove?
Could it prove that Cross Country was stronger than Shisui Uchiha?
Moreover, ANBU missions follow strict rules; if Cross Country impulsively surpassed Shisui Uchiha, it would be tantamount to disobeying orders.
Such foolish behavior was something Cross Country despised, the kind that only idiots like Asuma Sarutobi might do.
Therefore, Cross Country’s plan was to show his strength by killing more enemies than Shisui Uchiha during the encounter with the Mist ninja, thereby meaningfully challenging the title of Shisui of the Body Flicker.
Unfortunately, Mist ninjas weren’t like radishes or cabbages that could be encountered at will.
Moreover, Cross Country and the others had just left the Konoha camp. Even if there were Mist ninjas nearby, they would likely be ANBU collecting intelligence on the Konoha camp, making it unlikely for them to encounter Cross Country’s squad easily. Thus, Cross Country had to suppress his competitive spirit, proceeding side by side with Kakashi, silently following the lead of Shisui Uchiha and the mysterious ANBU member codenamed “Mou,” moving swiftly towards the second assembly point within the Land of Fire.
Because the journey was somewhat boring, Cross Country used Wind Perception to ensure no disturbances around them and began training secretly.
As for what Cross Country was training, it was simple.
During the past half month, Cross Country had been constantly practicing the Uzumaki clan’s mental secret techniques.
Even though his mental energy hadn’t undergone a “qualitative” leap, it had still increased significantly. In this state, Cross Country utilized his increased mental energy to break through the second stage of Wind Release chakra nature transformation, combining it with the Fourth Hokage’s “Speed” secret technique. Cross Country had a small breakthrough during the first stage of the journey.
Unbeknownst to him, his mastery of the Fourth Hokage’s “Speed” secret technique and the breakthrough signs in the second stage of Wind Release chakra nature transformation surprised Kakashi, Shisui Uchiha, and the mysterious ANBU member “Mou.”
Initially!
When Cross Country joined Blade Squad, both the Fourth Hokage and Shikaku had instructed Shisui Uchiha and the others to take care of Cross Country due to his injuries and young age.
But during the high-speed journey, while Kakashi and “Mou” were panting heavily during rest breaks, only Cross Country and Shisui Uchiha remained unaffected. This significantly changed their views on Cross Country’s strength, making them regard him with newfound respect.
Shisui of the Body Flicker was expected!
As a renowned ninja, it was normal for him to maintain peak performance during high-speed travel.
But for Cross Country, performing exceptionally at such a young age, it exceeded the expectations of Shisui Uchiha and “Mou.”
Especially Kakashi, who, after being apart from Cross Country for only half a month, found himself anxious and eager to prove himself again as he saw Cross Country’s rapid progress.
Perhaps Kakashi’s prayers were answered, or maybe Cross Country’s missions always had twists and turns.
Before Cross Country and the others finished resting, Shisui Uchiha, with his face hidden behind a mask, furrowed his brows and signaled to the group.
Seeing Shisui Uchiha’s signal, Cross Country, Kakashi, and the others instantly tensed.
Eager to showcase his skills before Shisui Uchiha, Cross Country used Wind Perception to scan the surroundings the moment Shisui Uchiha gave the signal.
What he sensed made even Cross Country’s face turn serious!
“Captain, about twelve Mist ninja are heading towards us from the right front, divided into four teams.”
“Do we fight or retreat?”
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