Chapter 153: The Third Generation vs. Orochimaru

Orochimaru and the Third Hokage stood in the center of the examination venue. The noise and chaos around them seemed to be isolated. Only the battle between the two of them was unfolding fiercely in this space.

Orochimaru sneered, holding the Kusanagi sword in his hand. The blade was shining coldly, sharp and deadly.

The Third Hokage, old but still dignified, took a deep breath and stared at Orochimaru with sharp eyes, knowing in his heart that this would be a life-and-death battle.

"You are always like this, self-righteously trying to control everything." Orochimaru said coldly, then swung the Kusanagi sword suddenly, bringing up a cold light and going straight to the vital point of the Third Hokage.

The Third Hokage quickly formed a seal: "Earth Style: Earth Flow Wall!" A solid earth wall rose from the ground, blocking the edge of Kusanagi's sword. But Orochimaru's sword energy still penetrated a corner of the earth wall, forcing the Third Hokage to retreat again and again.

"Your strength is still so strong, teacher." Orochimaru sneered and continued to approach.

The Third Hokage did not respond, but instead formed a seal again: "Fire Style: Great Fireball Jutsu!" A huge ball of flame spewed out of his mouth and rushed straight towards Orochimaru.

Orochimaru dodged flexibly, the flames exploded behind him, and the heat wave hit him. He sneered and said, "Fire escape has no effect on me, teacher."

"Then try this!" The Third Hokage quickly changed his seal: "Shadow Clone Technique!" Several clones of the Third Hokage appeared on the field and attacked Orochimaru together.

Orochimaru sneered, swung the Kusanagi sword, and quickly cut off several clones.

But just as he was concentrating on dealing with the clone, the real Third Hokage appeared behind him, with a new seal in his hands: "Five Elements Seal!"

Orochimaru suddenly felt a powerful force coming from behind, and he immediately dodged, but was still hit by the sealing force.

He roared, his body trembling slightly, then he turned suddenly and stabbed the Third Hokage with the Kusanagi sword.

The Third Hokage quickly retreated, but the sword energy still slashed across his shoulder, and blood immediately gushed out. He frowned, realizing that he couldn't delay any longer.

"It seems that's the only way." The Third Hokage made up his mind. He took a deep breath and quickly formed a seal with his hands: "Shiki Fuujin!"

When Orochimaru saw the Third Hokage's move, his face suddenly changed. He knew what this technique was. A huge phantom of the god of death appeared behind the Third Hokage, holding a sharp dagger in his hand, pointing directly at Orochimaru's soul.

"No, teacher, are you really going to use this?" A trace of fear flashed across Orochimaru's eyes, but then he became determined. He suddenly bit his finger and quickly formed a seal with his hand: "Immortality Reincarnation!"

Three coffins rose from the ground, the coffin lids slowly slid open, and three powerful ninjas - the First Hokage, the Second Hokage, and the Third Hokage's shadow clones - walked out of the coffins and looked at the Third Hokage with cold eyes.

"So you still have this trump card." The Third Hokage frowned, but did not back down. He knew that he had to stop Orochimaru.

The battle became more and more intense. The Third Hokage, Orochimaru, and the reincarnated ninjas started a brutal fight on the assessment ground.

Every confrontation brought about a strong gust of air, the ground was bombarded with potholes, and the surrounding buildings were also affected by the battle.

Finally, the Third Hokage seized an opportunity and stabbed Orochimaru's soul with the Death Dagger of the Shiki Fujin when Orochimaru was not prepared. Orochimaru screamed in pain and his body shook violently.

"It's over, Orochimaru." The Third Hokage gritted his teeth, increasing the strength in his hands, and the god of death's dagger pierced deeply into Orochimaru's soul.

But at this moment, Orochimaru suddenly broke free and used his Kusanagi sword to slash at the Third Hokage. The Third Hokage was slashed and fell to the ground, but his eyes were still full of determination.

"Orochimaru, you can't escape after all." The Third Hokage murmured, then closed his eyes, and his soul was taken away by the Grim Reaper.

Orochimaru gasped and looked at the fallen Third Hokage with a crazy smile on his face: "You lose, teacher."

However, the Shiki Fuujin that the Third Hokage had performed at the cost of his life was still taking effect, and Orochimaru felt his hands gradually losing sensation and he could no longer use ninjutsu.

Although Orochimaru achieved a temporary victory, he also paid a heavy price.

After the battle, the ninjas of Konoha Village acted quickly, trying to control the situation and treat the injured.

Orochimaru sneered and retreated quickly. He knew that now was not the time to continue fighting and he had to find an opportunity to recover his strength.

The battle in Konoha Village has temporarily subsided, but the trauma and shock brought by this battle will deeply affect everyone in the village for a long time to come.

When Orochimaru launched the attack on Konoha, Ye Fan reacted quickly and decisively. He knew Orochimaru's cunning and viciousness, so he rushed to his home as soon as possible. He had only one thought in his mind: to protect his parents.

The afterglow of the setting sun gradually disappeared, and the fire of the battle illuminated the village of Konoha. The streets were full of villagers running in panic and ninjas fighting bravely. Ye Fan quickly passed through the chaotic crowd, anxious.

"Dad! Mom!" Ye Fan shouted as he ran, and finally rushed to the door of his home. He pushed the door open and saw his parents packing their things in panic, preparing to take shelter.

"Ye Fan, you're here!" When Ye Fan's parents saw him, there was a hint of surprise on their faces, but more of worry.

"Don't worry, I will protect you." Ye Fan said firmly. He immediately set up a barrier and used chakra to form a protective shield to protect his parents.

"You have to be careful, it's very dangerous outside." said the mother nervously.

Ye Fan nodded, a calm light flashed in his eyes: "I know, but I can't let you be in any danger."

Just then, the sound of fierce fighting was heard outside.

Ye Fan knew that he couldn't stay at home for long, so he decided to take his parents to a safer place. He used the teleportation technique to take his parents through several alleys and came to a hidden shelter.

"Stay here and don't go out. I will come back at any time to confirm your safety." Ye Fan instructed his parents.

"Okay, we'll be careful." The father nodded in agreement, with a hint of pride in his eyes. He knew his son had grown into a powerful ninja.

After settling his parents, Ye Fan returned to the battlefield again. He knew that Konoha Village had suffered heavy losses in this attack and needed the strength of every ninja to protect it.

Especially after the battle between the Third Hokage and Orochimaru, the village fell into a deeper crisis.

Ye Fan quickly joined the ranks of Konoha ninjas and started a fierce battle with the enemy. He had only one thought in his mind: to protect his homeland and his loved ones.

As time went by, Orochimaru's men were repelled one by one, but Konoha Village also paid a heavy price. The buildings in the village were destroyed and many ninjas and villagers were injured. Ye Fan stood in the ruins, looking at the land he loved so much, his heart filled with grief and anger.

"Konoha needs time to recuperate." Ye Fan thought. He knew that in the next period of time, the village would need to be rebuilt and restored, and as a ninja, he must do his best to help the village rebuild.

After the battle, Ye Fan returned to the shelter to confirm that his parents were safe. They were relieved to see Ye Fan return safely.

"Ye Fan, you did a great job." His father patted his shoulder, his eyes full of praise.

"Yes, Konoha Village has a future because of young ninjas like you." said the mother gently.

Ye Fan nodded, his heart full of determination: "I will always protect Konoha and you."

In the following days, Ye Fan and other Konoha ninjas actively participated in the reconstruction of the village.

They repaired the destroyed houses, treated the injured villagers, and helped the village gradually recover.

Ye Fan knew that this was just the beginning and the road ahead was still long, but he would always stay here and protect everything he loved.