A while since Tsukihi and Obitos battle began.

Both sides were predicting each others moves and acting accordingly, but their fight appeared to be at a stalemate due to the hacks Kamui and Knowledge of Plot, as either they continued to pass each other or all of the strikes employed by either side were easily averted by the other party.

Because neither of them can see the opponents face because they are both wearing masks, it appeared that the other party was maintaining a high level of attention based on the tiny motions of their bodies and the way the opponent was reacting.

Has she figured out the mechanics of Kamui by the way she reacts to my movements? Is it even possible to do so? Unless she has Kamui as well? No, she wouldnt have panicked at that point if she had. So, while Im convinced she doesnt have Kamui, she appears to understand the mechanics of Kamui based on the way she moves in response to my every movement. What method did she use to figure it out? Is it from Amegakures last battle? Hmm Im not sure, but its possible she could have seen through something while I was fighting Sarutobi Hiruzen.

In the end, it doesnt make a difference. Even if she figures out my Kamui, she wont be able to hurt me if Im careful Only those who can use a Space-Time Jutsu can compete with me, Obito reasoned as he plotted his next moves.

Obito is well aware of his advantages; as long as he does not want to be touched and is cautious enough, no one can harm him He lost his arm because he didnt expect the woman to be Homusubi, which was a little recklessness on his part, but it wont happen again.

So, even if she has deduced Kamuis mechanics, it makes no difference to him. Furthermore, he is positive that no one is aware of Kamuis lone flaw, and that no one will ever be able to exploit it.

Furthermore, due to the Hashirama Cells in his body, his Mangekyou Sharingan will not go blind with sustained use, and the same is unlikely to be true for the woman in front of him. He also has a significant amount of Chakra thanks to the Hashirama Cells. He can also use Mokuton, therefore he is confident that he will win this battle; all he needs to do now is seize the appropriate opportunity.

Tsukihi was analyzing Obitos behaviors and psychology in this battle while Obito was analyzing Tsukihis actions and psyche, and she remarked, Oh, is he being unduly cautious? Does this rule out the presence of any additional Akatsuki members in Kirigakure? I can be positive that, even if others are present, Nagato is not in or around Kirigakure based on his vigilant demeanor.

If more Akatsuki members were present, Obito wouldnt have to be so cautious; he could just summon them and put an end to the charade, leaving Tsukihi with no choice but to slay this clone of her.

However, the fact that he is the only one here must imply that no one else is close, most likely not even in Kirigakure or the Land of Water.

Heh how long do you think youll be able to keep going? Obito joked at this point. Susanoos constant use chakra consumption must be demanding

Worry about yourself, Tsukihi continued, I think I can keep going till I kill you!

Hahaha Is it possible to kill me? Thats something Id like to see you do. There is nothing you can do about it, even if you understand how my Jutsu work. Im interested, though, how long you can maintain utilizing the Mangekyou Sharingan. Obito mocked her as he proceeded to deflect all of the insults that were directed at him.

He was personally taught by Uchiha Madara, thats why Obitos knowledge of Uchihas Mangekyou Sharingan is significantly superior to that of any other Uchiha, even Uchiha Fugaku, the current patriarch of the Uchiha clan. As a result, Obito is well aware that while having double Mangekyou grants access to Susanoo and other incredibly powerful Dojutsu, continued fast use of Mangekyou Sharingan results in blindness. Unless he or she can attain Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan or transplant Hashirama Cells, the more one utilizes the Mangekyou Sharingan, the faster the eyes are sealed until one is perpetually blind.

Because of the difficulties and lack of understanding, the chances of either happening are extremely slim.

Tsukihi didnt respond; instead, she continued to strike. During the combat, she managed to get her hands on Hiramekarei and used it to fight Obito; the aim wasnt to use the sword itself, nor was it to save chakra or ocular power, but something altogether different.

While the struggle between the two sides raged on, or rather, the one-sided futile attack raged on, Tsukihi couldnt help but think, Just a bit more

Boom Boom Boom

Tsukihi did not pause for a second, continuing to vent as much as she could, the chakra consumption of half body Susanoo is less than Tenseigan Chakra Mode or Gudo Dama. So, no matter how much chakra she consumed, no matter how much anguish her eyes felt, no matter how much damage the room sustained, she persisted, Just a bit more

The battle gradually expanded from the gathering room to the entire third basement floor.

There would be a thunderous explosion, the walls would fall, and dust would rise every time the chakra sword or chakra hammer was slashed, but all she could think was, Just a little more

Idiot Obito snickered, looking at the horrific war Homusubi was fighting. Keep squandering your chakra and ocular power, and youll be blind in no time

Obito did not fight back against Homusubis idiotic fighting style; instead, he continued to dodge to make the situation seem more favorable to her and to make his helplessness more realistic. He even did a few awkward and barely alive dodges, and a few times he would throw scattered weapons on Susanoo, all to increase Homusubis consumption.

Tch a weakling, dont you know anything other than escaping or dodging? Tsukihi blasted Obito, her tone purposefully evoking wrath and dissatisfaction, yet all she could think was, Just a little more

She made her breathing rough at the same time To demonstrate that Obitos plan was working, and to make it more genuine and credible, she slowed down her movements and assault frequency, even showing signs of sluggishness and exhaustion, all while thinking, Just a little more

Is she finally reaching her limit? Obito wondered as he watched Homusubis movements starting to slow down. What an idiot, I thought she understood Kamuis mechanism, but now Im certain she doesnt; perhaps all she knows is that if I touch her, itll be game over for her, which is why she was avoiding and keeping her distance from me She has no idea how Kamui works.

To be honest, its extremely astonishing that one of the Amatsukami members is fighting so rashly; I might have even doubted her if it werent for the fact that I can see her Chakra levels lowering steadily with my Sharingan. But, in any case, lets keep this going for a while longer.

Just a little longer they continued.

What a knucklehead! Seeing Obitos lack of response to her taunt, Tsukihi clicked her tongue in irritation and proceeded to sprint after him, Huff huff are you huff are you simply going to run?

Just a little more

I think I should wrap this up now I cant stay here forever since I have to start with my plan, therefore its time I capture her. thinking thus, Obito stopped running and dodging and instead turned around and walked towards the exhausted Homusubi, saying, Had enough? How much Visual Prowess do you have left? You must be nearly blind, am I right?

Tsukihis feet faltered a little as she listened to Obitos query; it seemed impossible for her to keep going while keeping the Susanoo, so she asked, You how do you know so much about the Mangekyou Sharingan?

Just a little more

Young Uchiha girl, if Im being honest, your skills have shocked me, Obito said, being able to awaken Mangekyou Sharingan is unusual, few are capable of such a feat, aside from grief and suffering the loss of something valuable, talent is also required As a result, I commend you Ive never heard of a woman who has awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan in all my years Youre most likely the first But facing me was your biggest blunder everything comes to an end here.

You speak as though you had lived for centuries, Tsukihi snarled passionately. What exactly are you, a senile old man? Youre not going to deceive me with your old geezer nonsense. Besides, dont think Im finished with you just yet!

Just a little more

Oh? Do you have anything more up your sleeve? Why dont you give it a shot? The result will be the same! Obito remarked confidently, clutching his one and only hand securely.

You scumbag, go to hell! Tsukihi poured all of her Chakra into the Susanoo and slammed the brighter, longer, and broader Susanoo Chakra Sword into Obito with all of her might

Its the same thing. Havent you realized its pointless? Obito expressed his disappointment, saying that he had hoped for something greater, but that did not appear to be the case here Im beginning to have doubts about a few things; how did she even able to fight Konan for so long with her ignorance, and how did she manage to cause so much difficulty for Konoha and the Uchiha Clan, she hasnt even utilized the Crow Jutsu that is identical to Konans, nor has she used that Golden Fire Is there something stopping her? Heavy Chakra Consumption? Or is it something else entirely? I suppose if I capture her, Ill be able to find all of my answers.

With this in mind, Obito chose not to evade this time and instead used Mokuton instead of activating his intangibility

Ox Horse Bear Snake >

Mokuton: Mokujin no Jutsu! (Wood Release: Wood Golem Jutsu)

Tree branches protruded from his sleeves and twisted into the shape of two massive wooden arms, which grasped Tsukihis Susanoo Chakra Sword between his palms. But that wasnt the end of it; the wood continued to pour out of his sleeves, the ground, and the walls, eventually becoming a wooden golem the size of Susanoos half-body.

Mokuton to such an extent? Tsukihi was taken aback. Obitos Wooden Golem may not be as large as Senju Hashiramas, but the fact that he can utilize Wood Golem Jutsu alone indicates that he has been training in Mokuton.

Where do we go from here? Can you tell me if theres anything else? Obito grumbled, his voice bored.

Just a little more

Do not believe Mokuton can overcome my Susanoo! said Tsukihi, her brows furrowed as she increased the amount of Chakra she utilized in the Susanoo.

Obito, on the other hand, appeared to be completely unconcerned; its not as if Homusubi can teleport, so no matter how much she tries and struggles, itll all be for naught in the end.

The half-body Susanoo and little wooden golem stalemate persisted, but the balance began to shift in favor of the Wooden Golem, and the half-body Susanoo was gradually subdued.

Even the Chakra that was keeping Susanoo alive began to pale and die away.

Are you done already? Obito yawned at this point. I expected more from an Uchiha, but it appears youre all brawn and no brains Its weird that Im the one telling this, but you should know that in the most recent battle between Mangekyou Sharingan and Mokuton, Mokuton triumphed against Mangekyou Sharingan.

Mangekyou Sharingan may have lost the fight, but it won the war, Tsukihi replied, clenching her teeth. I shall not lose against Mokuton as the bearer of Mangekyou Sharingan!

Its amazing that youve been able to keep Susanoo for so long. Obito replied, pausing for a moment before concluding, But it all stops here.

Just a little more

The Wooden Golem tore apart Susanoos chest armor as if to validate his remarks.

Obito nonchalantly came closer to her, You were able to sustain Susanoo for such a long time, its rather unexpected Im guessing your Mangekyou Sharingan Dojutsu has something to do with Susanoo augmentation, right?

How how did you figure that out? When Tsukihi noticed Obito approaching her, she muttered something scared and took a step back in terror.

Just a little more

To be honest, she wanted to kneel on the ground to indicate that she has become too weak to even stand, but she decided against it after considering that Obito would be able to see through her playing if she gave up so quickly, so she chose the alternative of posing a futile fight instead.

As a result, rather than kneeling pathetically, Tsukihi took a few steps away in panic and drew a Kunai from her Kunoichi bag tied with multiple explosive tags, then flung the Kunai towards Obito, as if this was her last-ditch effort. She will do the same thing as Sasuke did in the battle between the brothers when he made a last-ditch useless effort against Itachi.

Heh youre done already? Obito mocked as he continued going forward, unconcerned about the approaching Kunai because they would pass right through him anyway, so there was no use in dodging them.

Just a little more

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