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Chapter 38: A Destined Ninja Clash pt.2
Ibuki threw another kunai at Hanzo, hoping for this one to connect with its target. However, Hanzo quickly drew his sword and sliced upward, causing the kunai to spin upward. Suddenly, he swung his sword at the kunai, causing it to head right back to Ibuki. Ibuki flipped forward to evade the kunai and to close the distance between herself and Hanzo. However, as she flipped, a kunai approached from behind her. The kunai went passed her and grazed her arm, leaving a cut across it. As she looked back, there was Hanzo, standing there as he was a few minutes ago. However, she looked in front and saw the Hanzo she was chasing. Suddenly, she realized what happened.
"A pure Kage Bunshin...........Damn!"
Ibuki launched a kunai at both directions, aiming to take both Hanzos out at once. However, this plan failed, as both of them disappeared at the moment they were hit. Ibuki began looking around for where Hanzo had gone to. She looked up and saw only the ceiling of the arena. Unfortunately, she had fallen right into Hanzo's trap, as he appeared beneath her, grabbing her right leg with one hand and slowly rising from the floor, unsheathing his sword and aiming for the killing blow. Ibuki's reflexes kicked in, as she grabbed Hanzo's sword as it came down upon her, just barely being stopped before it reached her head. Ibuki then lifted Hanzo's arm over his head and began to gather Ki energy into her free hand. Suddenly, she released a large burst of energy ,point blank, into Hanzo's chest, sending him flying a bit back. As Hanzo hit the floor, he began to laugh.
"Hahahahahaha...................I must admit. You really are impressive for someone who knows only basic Ki control and ninpo".
Ibuki smiled at the compliment. Even if he was an opponent, he is renowned as one of the greatest ninja of all, so a compliment from him meant the world to Ibuki.
"Thank you. You live up to your reputation"
Hanzo got back to his feet.
"Heh........enough with the pleasantries. Perhaps it's time for me to end this myself!"
Suddenly, flame began to appear around, exploding into a large ring of flame as it circled him. The ring then exploded with sheer power, giving off a fearsome feeling to it.
"Now, for me to stop toying with the inexperienced one........"
What ninpo does Hanzo have up his sleeve? How will Ibuki counter it?
End of Chapter 38
A/N: Another 3 Parter. What do you think? Leave reviews, comments, and questions.