Naruto: Wooing Tsunade from Day One!

Chapter 244: Shinra Tensei

Chapter 244 - 244: Shinra TenseiPlop!

Nawaki and Minato fell into the sea, slowly sinking.

They were too exhausted to continue battling the Third Mizukage under Madara's control. Their combat experience and chakra reserves were no match for their opponent, and it was already remarkable that they had held out this long.

"Senior Brother! Brother Nawaki!"

Nagato had just finished moving the last injured person when he saw them fall. His face twisted with anguish as he let out a desperate scream.

He sprinted toward the spot where the two had fallen, praying he wasn't too late. Everyone who could still move followed Nagato, racing after him.

"Very good."

"Pain and hatred are the sources of strength," the Third Mizukage said with a smile, satisfied by the scene before him.

He knew that a strong external stimulus would push the Rinnegan to grow even faster.

"Water Release: Water Dragon Bullet Technique."

Toying with them like a predator playing with prey, the Third Mizukage summoned several water dragons, sending them to attack Nagato and the others.

Judging by the size of the water dragons, it was clear he had held back. Killing Nagato by accident was the last thing he wanted.

"Nagato, go! We'll handle this," Yahiko shouted as he and the others rushed to intercept the water dragons.

But Nagato, blinded by tears, didn't even glance back.

He didn't know if Yahiko had heard him as he ran to the spot where Nawaki and Minato had disappeared. Without hesitation, he dove headfirst into the cold sea.

The dark, seemingly bottomless waters did nothing to stop Nagato's determination. He forced his eyes open and

Perhaps he was annoyed or simply tired of the nuisance, because he waved his hand and a column of water followed the motion of his finger, striking Konan and sending her flying.

His steps didn't falter, steady and unhurried, as if he had done something utterly trivial.

With no obstacles left in his path, he walked step by step toward Nagato.

"You will be fine," Nagato murmured, as if unable to hear anything else. His words came in a constant stream, and he didn't glance at the Third Mizukage once.

"Nagato, be careful!" Yahiko called out anxiously, lying helplessly on the sea surface.

He tried to push himself up, but his body refused to obey. The blood dripping from the corner of his mouth made it clear he was seriously injured.

"Nagato!"

Konan's voice joined Yahiko's as she tried to rouse the already semi-delirious Nagato.

Pat-pat-pat.

The sound of the Third Mizukage's footsteps on the water echoed as he finally arrived in front of Nagato.

His shadow stretched across the sea, covering most of Nagato's body beneath the sun.

"How about letting them die in front of you?"

The Third Mizukage leaned forward slightly, his tone calm, as if discussing a simple matter.

"You... don't even think about it!"

At last, Nagato responded.

Nagato had healed Nawaki and Minato of their injuries, but neither had regained consciousness.

He withdrew his hand and looked up at the Third Mizukage. His eyes were fully exposed, revealing both Rinnegan in their mesmerizing purple glory.

Yet Nagato's still-slightly-childish face now carried a somewhat hideous expression.

"Yes, that's it. Keep it up," the Third Mizukage said, unconcerned.

He raised his hand, preparing to end Nawaki and Minato's lives. Their deaths, he believed, would serve as the catalyst for the growth of the Rinnegan.

As the water blade in his hand drew closer and closer to Nawaki and Minato's throats...

Nagato erupted.

"Ah~ Shinra Tensei!"

Nagato's eyes widened as he roared, unleashing an invisible shockwave that surged out from him with immense force.

The wave blasted toward the Third Mizukage, leaving Nawaki and Minato completely unaffected.

The surrounding seawater was violently displaced, creating a semicircular crater on the sea's surface as the wave surged forward.

"Have you already mastered some of your abilities?"

The Third Mizukage was knocked flying by the shockwave. But instead of panicking, a smile appeared on his face.

He landed on the sea surface, rolled a few times, and then stood back up.

It was clear that Shinra Tensei had caused him little harm.