I didn't expect Uchiha In to have such a hidden trick up his sleeve.
Normally, Chiyo's Chikamatsu Ten Puppets would be useless to Konoha. At that time, they would definitely negotiate for the Sunagakure to pay money and then return the Puppets.
After all, Konoha doesn't have Puppet Masters.
But now, I didn't expect Konoha to have Puppet Masters as well.
Watching the battle between Sara and Yekura below, Hiruzen Sarutobi was a little emotional.
Hiruzen Sarutobi's words made the Third Kazekage's face even uglier.
The appearance of Chiyo's Puppets on a Leaf Ninja was already a slap to the Third Kazekage's face, and now Hiruzen Sarutobi's feigned ignorance was another slap to the Third Kazekage's face, making the Third Kazekage extremely displeased internally.
Fortunately, Ebizo did not come this time, otherwise, upon seeing the Chikamatsu Ten Puppets, Ebizo would probably disregard the Chunin Exams and jump directly into the battlefield.
"Hmph," the Third Kazekage snorted, his eyes narrowing as he watched the battle downstairs.
Even if it's the Chikamatsu Ten Puppets, what of it? The victor will still be Yekura.
Observing the situation on the field, the Third Kazekage did not speak, but he thought to himself.
Indeed, compared to the already experienced Yekura, Sara, who had only Cultivated for half a year, was gradually falling into a disadvantage.
Ultimately, both Yekura and Sara can be considered Ninjutsu-type Ninja, and among Ninjutsu-type Ninja, Yekura's attacks are much more seasoned than Sara's.
When Yekura attacked, she was firm and decisive, without any hesitation.
When dodging, she adopted a completely different style: calm, composed, unflustered in danger, and as slippery as an eel.
There was no usable terrain around, but Yekura utilized her Scorch Release, gradually threatening Sara's safety.
And Sara, due to her lack of combat experience, fought a bit flustered, even getting hit by one or two of Yekura's minor Ninjutsu.
Experienced Ninja could see that if Sara didn't have any other tricks, the victory in this battle would likely fall into Yekura's hands.
The commoners, merchants, and nobles, however, watched with great excitement.
Various violent Scorch Release blasts left scorched craters on the ground.
Puppets wielding great swords danced gracefully, each attack stirring up a cloud of dust.
Normally, how could they witness such a splendid battle?
However, even the most spectacular battle must eventually draw to a close.
Sara was panting, this high-intensity battle was starting to wear her out.
Yekura, on the other hand, was still calmly standing on the battlefield, though her chest rose and fell slightly, indicating she was slightly fatigued.
However, she was not as exhausted as Sara.
"You are very strong, I acknowledge you, but it's all over, surrender!" Yekura believed she possessed strength not inferior to a Jonin, and she was slightly surprised that Sara could last this long.
She had also heard that the opponent had only Cultivated for less than half a year.
To be able to Cultivate to a level where she could contend equally with her in half a year was already very impressive.
Although Yekura felt envy and jealousy towards Sara, she couldn't help but admire her.
Even though the opponent had the support of powerful Puppets like the Chikamatsu Ten Puppets, and even though she hadn't used her full strength, the fact that the opponent could reach this level in half a year already made Yekura admire her.
"I won't surrender so easily." Sara looked at Yekura, wiped the sweat from her forehead, her fingers dancing as if playing a piano.
The red-haired Puppet spun continuously, like a top, rushing towards Yekura.
Yekura dodged with a slight movement.
Now, Sara had little stamina left, and even the direction of her attacks was a bit inaccurate.
Chakra and stamina were not Sara's strong suits to begin with. In the future, I need to find a way to enhance Sara's stamina.
Uchiha In stroked his chin, thinking to himself.
"Since you won't surrender, then accept my final blow."
A hint of hesitation flashed in Yekura's eyes, then turned to determination.
A massive amount of Chakra gathered in Yekura's hand. For a moment, four equally sized small fireballs surrounded Yekura.
Then, Yekura raised her hand, and the four equally sized small fireballs instantly Fused into one large fireball.
Even ordinary people watching outside the battlefield could clearly feel the scorching heat from this fireball.
"Yekura, she… she's not trying to kill Sara, is she?!" Karura exclaimed when she saw this scene.
"Konoha Village and our Sunagakure are inherently opposed. At this point, since the opponent refuses to surrender, killing her is only right," a hint of excitement flashed across the Third Kazekage's face.
"Will you really go through with it?" Uchiha In raised his eyebrow, observing.
Chapter 280: Killing Blow?
As soon as Yekura unleashed this move, the faces of the surrounding Leaf Ninja changed.
They could feel the power of that Ninjutsu even more clearly than the commoners.
Jonin!
Definitely Jonin level strength! The Sunagakure actually sent a Jonin to participate in the Genin Exams, that's truly shameless.
The Konoha people couldn't help but curse inwardly, completely oblivious to the fact that they, who had sent Konan and others to fight, were not much better.
However, as Konoha people, they naturally had to support their own Ninja.
On the high platform, Hiruzen Sarutobi was also slightly worried.
That attack from the opponent looked terrifying. If it truly hit Sara, it would likely cause her fatal injury.
And Sara was a Genius who could Cultivate to this level within half a year. If she suffered irreparable damage, it wouldn't be good.
Hiruzen Sarutobi even wanted to stand up and have Yuhi Shin Kurenai directly announce the end of this round.
"Hokage-sama, you're not thinking of having someone end this assessment directly, are you? Sara hasn't surrendered, nor has she died. For you to directly stop it wouldn't quite follow the rules, would it?"
At this moment, the Third Kazekage chuckled and said.
"Wouldn't you say so, Mizukage-sama?" Saying this, the Third Kazekage even pulled in the Third Mizukage.
"Oh, isn't this battle still ongoing and quite entertaining? It's not too late for Hokage-sama to speak after it ends. Otherwise, wouldn't Konoha be acting recklessly just because it's their own village's Chunin Exams? I think Hokage-sama should understand, right?" The Third Mizukage's face was covered by a mask, making his expression unreadable.