Everyone's attention was no longer on Sasuke.
Instead, it was all focused on Kimimaro.
After all, his sudden appearance and that speed so fast that no one even noticed left everyone astounded.
He had managed to block Chiyo's attack at the critical moment, demonstrating remarkable skill.
Adding to that, Kimimaro's gaze was even more menacing than Sasuke's.
Just locking eyes with him sent chills down everyone's spine.
"So, this is the other person who invaded Sunagakure?"
"He looks really strong too!"
Shikamaru, standing nearby, exhaled softly to calm himself.
"This kind of aura isn't just strong it's beyond that. This guy... his power might even rival that of Kakashi-sensei!"
In fact, strictly speaking, he seemed even stronger than Kakashi-sensei and Might Guy.
This man addressed Sasuke as "Lord."
What exactly was going on?
"Kimimaro... stand down. I'll handle this myself!"
Upon hearing this, Kimimaro didn't show the slightest resistance. He silently nodded and stepped back behind Sasuke.
This scene not only demonstrated Sasuke's absolute authority but also revealed that Sasuke was angry!
Chiyo's sneak attack had successfully provoked him.
Now, Chiyo was no longer content to just observe.
Instead, she stepped forward, controlling two puppets Father and Mother. While not particularly special puppets, under Chiyo's mastery, their combat power was extraordinary.
"Boy... you're strong, but if you won't let that guy help you, you think you can handle the three of us alone?"
"It won't be long before you end up like you did just now!"
Might Guy's aura suddenly disappeared. His Eight Gates state deactivated.
He staggered and collapsed to the ground.
Everyone was dumbfounded, and no one was more speechless than Chiyo.
She had just claimed Sasuke couldn't handle three opponents at once, and now this guy... Could it be that Konoha was doing this on purpose?
Guy apologized to Chiyo, saying, "Sorry, I've reached my limit..."
After retreating from the Seventh Gate, Guy was now barely conscious, clearly drained. It didn't look like he was faking it.
He had indeed used up all his strength. Staying in the Seventh Gate any longer could have caused irreversible, life-threatening injuries.
So while Guy was helpless, he was also relieved to have reached his limit now any longer, and the consequences would've been dire.
"Sakura, Hinata, hurry and heal Guy!"
The two girls were initially stunned but quickly understood and moved to help Guy.
Sakura, who had already learned medical ninjutsu, and Hinata, who was just starting to explore it, used her Byakugan to aid in her healing, making her skills almost on par with Sakura's.
After examining Guy, the two were shocked.
"How is this possible? His bones seem to have fractured!"
Hearing Sakura's gasp, Sasuke remarked, "That's why the Eight Gates is classified as forbidden."
"If it didn't have such terrifying side effects, why else would it be considered forbidden?"
"The Blue Beast of Konoha, and this is all it can do?"
Her words angered Lee. His teacher had been fighting Sasuke from the start.
How long had Guy maintained the Eight Gates?
Any other opponent would've been defeated long ago.
Even if Sasuke wasn't defeated, Guy had significantly drained his energy and created multiple crises for him. Wasn't that all due to Guy's strength?
And now this old lady had the audacity to say such snide remarks.
Sasuke suddenly sneered.
"What? Haven't seen enough?"
Chiyo was puzzled by what Sasuke meant.
However, Kakashi had a bad feeling.
Based on his understanding of Sasuke, this was likely the moment Sasuke would shock everyone.
"Then let me show you something else! The Blue Beast... isn't the only one!"
"Eight Gates Formation!"
As Sasuke spoke, everyone's hearts skipped a beat. Could he possibly...
Sasuke's voice was calm, but to everyone else, it was like a thunderclap exploding in their ears.
The green aura around him was replaced by a blue vapor-like steam.
Bathed in the azure glow, Sasuke felt the overwhelming power of the Seventh Gate surge through him.
In an instant, the ground around him sank by over ten centimeters.
Alongside the tremendous wind pressure, Sasuke's aura erupted like a volcano, overshadowing everyone present.
Wasn't this guy limited to the Sixth Gate?
Chiyo voiced what Lee was thinking.
"Boy... you can open the Seventh Gate like that Konoha kid?"
"Didn't you say the Sixth Gate was your limit? How could you..."
"True, I could only open the Sixth Gate before no lies there!"
"But that was then. It doesn't mean now!"
"Fighting Guy for so long, even an idiot could figure out how to open the Seventh Gate!"
"So what if I can open it? Is it so hard to understand?"
Guy gave an awkward smile.
Lee trembled, his mouth twitching uncontrollably.
Beside him, Tenten asked, puzzled, "Lee... are you hurt from the aftershock?"
Inside, Lee was screaming.
What do you mean "even an idiot"?
Does he think everyone is a freak like him?
That's the Seventh Gate of the Eight Gates. Mastering it means being close to unlocking the Eighth Gate.
The Sixth Gate is a dividing line. Without meeting the requirements, one might never open the Seventh Gate in their lifetime.
He just watched Guy's Seventh Gate and fought him for a while, then directly opened the Seventh Gate!
He just mastered it... His talent made Lee envious.
Lee: 'Damn it... Why don't I have that kind of talent?'
Sasuke, oblivious to Lee's inner turmoil, was exhilarated.
"The power of the Shock Gate feels completely different!"
Looking at Guy, Sasuke declared, "From today onward, the Blue Beast... will no longer be alone!"
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