r18novel Chapter 677: The more exciting the Bond Evolution, the more tragic the banquet mishap!
Chapter 677: The more exciting the Bond Evolution, the more tragic the banquet mishap!
The two decisively changed their strategy.
"Erping, concentrate your firepower on taking out that frog!"
"Understood! Venusaur, use Falling Petals!"
"Bana!"
Venusaur roared, unleashing a dazzling yet dangerous storm of petals that blurred its form instantly under their cover.
The next moment, it appeared behind the frog as if it had teleported!
"What?! That was fast!" Ash exclaimed in surprise.
"Sunfire!"
Erping gave the order for a fatal blow without any mercy!
The giant flower behind Venusaur began to frantically absorb the surrounding light energy, gathering a dazzling white light!
At such close range, once launched, the frog-headed frog would have little chance of survival!
"Oh no!" Citron exclaimed.
"Froghead!" Yulijia called out worriedly.
In desperation, Xiao Zhi had no choice but to grit his teeth and fight back:
"Froghead, don't be afraid! Take it head-on with a Iai Slash!"
“Quack—!”
The frog's eyes were resolute; it did not back down in the face of the blazing, energetic sunlight that was so close at hand.
He crossed his arms, channeling all his strength into the short blade, preparing to withstand this fatal blow!
Just then, Hanzo, the leader of the ninja village, arrived near the battle area, accompanied by his maid, Shinobu.
"Oh? A black Greninja, that's quite rare."
Hanzo's gaze was first drawn to Xiaoyun's Greninja.
With his adaptable and versatile nature, and his skillful and unconventional techniques, he is a promising talent.
His gaze then shifted to the other side, where Froakie and Ash were struggling to hold on:
"This boy with the frog has a very strong will, but with such a huge difference in strength, willpower alone isn't enough... Hmm? What is it then..."
At this critical moment!
Suddenly, an incredibly dazzling light of evolution burst forth from the frog's body!
The light was so intense, it was like a miniature sun!
"This is...evolution?!"
Xiao Zhi was overjoyed.
The light of evolution rapidly changed the frog's form; its body became more slender, its scarf-like structure became more flowing, and its eyes became sharper.
Greninja!
However, evolution did not end! Or rather, an unexpected change occurred!
"Koh-ga!"
The moment Frog evolves into Greninja, an immense surge of water energy erupts from its body like a volcanic eruption!
Instead of the water that wraps around Greninja's body during its evolution, it forms a spiraling water tornado that shoots straight into the sky!
The raging water completely enveloped the newly hatched Greninja frog, creating a deafening roar!
"What's going on?! Is it due to the characteristics of turbulent water?"
Everyone stared in astonishment at the waterspout, which was far larger than any other.
Ah Xun's jaw almost dropped to the floor: "Hey, isn't this a bit too much?"
The last time I saw something like this was when Xiaoyun's Infernape unleashed a burst of flames.
"This power..."
The pupil constricts slightly.
As his opponent, he could clearly feel the immense energy contained within the waterspout, and a bad premonition instantly welled up in his heart.
Even Hanzo, the leader who had been calmly observing the battle, couldn't help but step forward, his aged eyes flashing with a sharp light:
"This water contains not only power, but also a stronger bond...this is the legendary evolution!"
"This child is extraordinary!"
The Greninja in the waterspout, its eyes fixed on the astonished Venusaur through the water.
It sensed Ash's unwavering belief and the surging power within its body.
That is a brand new power that resonates with Ash's mind!
Greninja Bond Patch, Ash version!
Although Ash was also shocked by this strange phenomenon, his bond with his Pokémon made him instantly understand the situation.
His blood was boiling, he raised his fist, and shouted with all his might:
"Greninja! Let's go! Let's show them our new power!"
"Swallow Return!!"
"Koo-ga—!!!"
The Greninja frog in the waterspout let out a powerful, piercing cry.
The enormous spiral of water enveloping it did not dissipate; instead, it moved along with its movements!
Instead of dispelling the waterspout, it harnessed the massive flow of water as if riding a giant water dragon, charging towards Venusaur with a speed beyond visual perception and an overwhelming force!
"Defense! Venusaur, protect!"
Erping's expression changed drastically, and he hurriedly shouted.
Venusaur snapped out of its shock and hurriedly deployed a green protective shield in front of it.
However, Ash's Greninja's Aerial Ace, combined with this earth-shattering water flow, has become far more powerful than usual!
Boom! ...
Tornado destroys parking lot!
The waterspout slammed violently into the green protective shield, creating a deafening roar!
The light shield held for only a moment before shattering into tiny pieces like fragile glass!
The water completely engulfed Venusaur!
When the water receded, Venusaur lay on the ground, its eyes darting around, unable to battle.
Ash's Greninja was still surrounded by a little bit of mist, its eyes sharp, like a water god of war, standing proudly in the center!
There was silence.
One hit! With just one hit, he defeated Niping's Venusaur!
"Venusaur is unable to battle!"
Hitterlon realized what was happening and announced.
"We won!!" Ash rushed over excitedly and gave his Greninja a high five.
"Koh-ga!"
Ash's Greninja gradually calmed down, but the light in its eyes became even brighter.
"Ash is amazing! Greninja is incredible too!" Bonnie jumped up excitedly.
"Pika pika!"
Pikachu is also excited about its partner's evolution and new powers.
Ah Xun's mouth gaped open, unable to close it for a long time. Finally, he muttered, "He's...he's cheating, isn't he? How come even Ash is like this? He's going to be fined..."
Sanpei's face was filled with envy and shock: "The bond between Ash and Greninja has reached such a level..."
Xiaoyun looked at Xiaozhi and his Greninja:
"This hot-blooded idiot, has he finally come this far?"
This scene is the most captivating moment in his memory.
I-Ping looked at the Venusaur, who had lost its ability to battle, then at Ash's Greninja, who was full of momentum, and at the black Greninja that was eyeing him menacingly. His expression became extremely solemn.
The battle is not over yet!
But now, it's two against one!
"Erping, you've worked hard."
I-Ping nodded to the somewhat disappointed N-Ping, then looked sharply at Xiao-Yun and Xiao-Zhi.
"Next up is a duel between us Greninjas."
Xiaoyun smiled and said to her black Greninja, "See? The guy next door is cheating. We can't lose, we have to show some real skill."
"Kouga".
Greninja responded in a low voice, its eyes becoming even more focused.
It possesses the ability to transform at will, a tactical master!
"smokescreen!"
Ip-ping made the first move.
His Greninja opened its mouth and spewed out a thick black smoke that quickly enveloped the entire center of the arena, obscuring everyone's view.
"Trying to block the view won't work."
Xiaoyun pouted: "A sneak attack from the shadows."
However, the moment the Greninja transformed into a shadow and entered the smoke, Ippei suddenly gave the order:
"snowstorm!"
The Greninja in the smoke quickly formed hand seals, and cold air rapidly gathered between its hands before it suddenly unleashed an ice storm forward!
Xiaoyun's Greninja was forced to quit, looking rather disheveled.
Ippe followed up his victory with a "Iai Slash!"
His Greninja burst forth from the smoke, its Water Blade aimed straight at the opponent's face!
Just as the attack was about to hit, Xiaoyun's Greninja flashed with light, and a wooden stake appeared in its place, taking all the attacks for it!
"Oh no! It's a substitution jutsu!"
Yiping exclaimed in surprise.
This guy looks more like a ninja than they do, and my intuition tells me the danger is coming from behind.
"Watch your back!"
Greninja Ippei, with his rich combat experience, suddenly turned around and crossed his arms to block!
Clang!
The sound of metal clashing rang out, and Xiaoyun's Greninja emerged from the shadows, its Water Blade on its arm blocked by Ippei's Greninja.
Yiping commented, his eyes flashing with a sharp light: "Quick reaction, but... it's our turn to counterattack!"
"Yan Hui!"
His Greninja swayed, bypassing the block at an extremely strange angle, and aimed straight for Greninja's chest!
"Now! Lick it!"
Xiaoyun grinned mischievously.
Now that you've gotten so close, don't blame me for being impolite!
Little Cloud Greninja quickly stretched out its long tongue and licked the nearby Ippei Greninja!
"!!!"
I-Pin's Greninja was clearly caught off guard by this move and was licked squarely. A numbing sensation instantly spread throughout its body, and its movements became stiff!
"A great opportunity, Greninja!"
Xiao Yun shouted, ready to end the duel.
"Koh-ga!"
Greninja understood immediately, and a highly compressed energy water ball quickly condensed and was released!
Boom boom!
After a while, I-Ping's Greninja collapsed in a shallow pit, unable to battle.
"I-Pin's Greninja is unable to battle! The winners are Xiaoyun and Xiaozhi!"
Citron announced loudly.
Leader Hanzo stroked his beard and chuckled, "Brilliant! Truly, the younger generation is formidable. This battle has broadened my horizons considerably!"
I-Ping recalled his Greninja, walked up to Xiaoyun and Xiaozhi, and solemnly said:
"It was a very tough fight, and I accept my defeat wholeheartedly."
Erping also withdrew his Venusaur, and said with a wry smile:
"I thought I could really show my skills after being promoted to Jonin, but I didn't expect... sigh, it seems my training is still far from enough."
Ah Xun ran over, looking displeased:
"You two, Xiaoyun is one thing, but how did Xiaozhi become so strong too!"
"A fine is necessary!"
"Huh? What's wrong with me?"
Xiao Zhi looked puzzled, feeling that Ah Xun's swearing was really vulgar.
Sanpei looked at Ash and his Greninja with longing in his eyes: "Ash, your Greninja might just be the legendary hero Greninja from our ninja village."
Xiao Zhi scratched his head and chuckled:
"I don't understand any of that hero or legend stuff, but Greninja, we'll become even stronger in the future!"
"Koh-ga!"
Greninja also extended its fist and gently touched Ash's fist.
I-Pin and Ni-Pin stepped forward and put their arms around Xiao-Yun and Xiao-Zhi's shoulders, instantly turning the atmosphere from a serious battle into a gathering of old friends.
Erping laughed heartily. "Alright, alright, the battle is over. You are all the most honored guests of my ninja village!"
Ippei waved his hand dismissively: "Enough said! Let's start the banquet!"
"Tonight we're drinking until we drop! We must celebrate meeting two amazing young trainers!"
"Yay! Let's have a party!"
Everyone cheered in unison.
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As night deepened, the air was filled with the aroma of food and wine, and a lively celebration was underway.
"I can't, I really... can't drink anymore..."
Ah Xun's face was flushed, and he swayed from side to side like a roly-poly toy, while tightly clutching an empty wine glass in his hand.
This was his last act of defiance.
Erping was clearly drunk too, hiccuping as he grabbed Ah Xun's shoulder and said, "Our homemade rice wine has...not much alcohol! It's like drinking water!"
"Come on, fill it up again! Deep feelings, bottoms up!"
"I...I really can't take it anymore, hiccup..."
Ah Xun's tongue was a little tied, but he couldn't refuse such hospitality, so he made up his mind:
"Forget it, I won't say anything more. It's all in the wine."
boom!boom!
After one drink, the two drinking champions collapsed simultaneously, instantly entering a dream state.
On the other side, Ippei was looking at Xiaoyun in surprise. Several empty wine glasses were already placed in front of Xiaoyun.
"I didn't realize you could drink so much, Xiaoyun."
Xiaoyun was actually at her breaking point, but she remained calm and collected on the surface, and even managed to counter with a sarcastic remark: "I can only drink two ounces of liquor, but I'll drink a pound with you. The main thing is to keep you company."
"What a joke! I am one of the three legendary ninjas personally appointed by Leader Hanzo!"
As the alcohol took effect, Ippei suddenly stood up, raised his glass, and exuded an air of authority:
"I'm not saying anything more, I'll just have another drink!"
Tons, tons, tons!
And then... there was no more.
The skill's wind-up animation is too long, and the mana bar is emptied instantly.
Zzzzzz……
Xiaoyun looked at Yiping, who had been "defeated" in an instant, and quickly wiped the cold sweat from her forehead.
Goodness, this rice wine has a really strong aftereffect; I almost couldn't hold back.
On the other side, Hanzo was clearly also drunk. He sat cross-legged next to Ash, with one hand on Ash's shoulder and the other gesturing in the air.
"Young...young man! Let me tell you! Your...Greninja! It has extraordinary bones, it's a martial arts...no, a combat prodigy, one in a million."
"The responsibility of defeating the evil organization will be entrusted to you in the future!"
Xiao Zhi was also quite drunk, seeing double: "Oh...oh! Uncle...what should we do?"
Uncle Hanzo leaned closer to Ash and lowered his voice:
"Your Greninja... its power hasn't been fully unlocked yet! Its potential is far greater than this! It still... still needs..."
Before he could finish speaking, he nodded and went into standby mode.
Hikari, Serena, and Citron all fell asleep.
Zzzzzz.......
Just as the banquet was in complete disarray, a dozen dark figures were silently approaching from above the ninja village.
These shadowy figures all rode armored birds and wore identical ninja outfits.
The leader, wearing a red dragon mask, whispered to the head of the group, "Chief Jingyou, I've already scouted the village. The defenses are too weak; there are hardly any patrols. Taking it will be a piece of cake for us!"
The man he addressed as leader, riding a remarkably tall armored bird and wearing a double-axe dragon mask, waved his hand and said:
"Kawaki, we must not be careless!"
"That old guy Hanzo, and his three subordinate ninjas, are not to be underestimated."
This is none other than Kagetomo, a former ninja who defected from the village and now leads his own ninja clan.
He waved his hand: "Everyone, sneak into the village, no fighting."
"Infiltrate first and take control of the key figures."