[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-grind-is-my-ninja-way":3,"chapter-grind-is-my-ninja-way-grind-is-my-ninja-way-chapter-537":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Grind is My Ninja Way",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1481608,1929,"Chapter 537 - 536: Disintegration","grind-is-my-ninja-way-chapter-537",537,"\u003Cp>In Seimei's perception, the transparent chains connecting him to the four Root ninjas resembled scales of balance. On one side stood himself, and on the other, the four Root ninjas.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What measured their respective \"weights\" was their physical and spiritual strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, even with the combined \"weight\" of their bodies and spirits, the four Root ninjas together could not compare to Seimei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was why shock and disbelief appeared on their faces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Based on past records, whenever Root ninjas were forced to use this \"life-for-life\" sealing technique, the enemy—if caught within its grasp—would be completely suppressed and unable to retaliate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, however, they could clearly sense that Seimei still had the strength to fight back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What's more, their own life force was draining at an unexpectedly rapid pace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under these circumstances, they knew they wouldn't last much longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Realizing this, the four ninjas immediately signaled to five additional Root ninjas stationed on the perimeter, urging them to attack Seimei at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Receiving the signal, the five ninjas acted without hesitation. Each retrieved a talisman from their pouches, activated it, and placed it on their bodies.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With this, they temporarily nullified the suppression effects of the sealing barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, under Seimei's watchful gaze, the five ninjas stepped into the sealing barrier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shh-shh-shh—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Several kunai flew toward Seimei, who was hovering mid-air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, maintaining his airborne stance was already taxing for Seimei, let alone evading the attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So instead, he drew the long blade from his waist and swung it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang, clang, clang—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A series of metallic clashes rang out as the incoming kunai were deflected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, the Root ninjas exchanged a brief glance and spread out, throwing more kunai at him from multiple directions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had clearly determined that Seimei lacked the agility to dodge and aimed to trap and kill him through coordinated attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the Sharingan and Byakugan, hidden beneath his forehead protector, Seimei could clearly see that some of the incoming kunai were poisoned while others were rigged with explosive tags.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Knowing he couldn't face them head-on again, Seimei blocked a few poisoned kunai with his blade, then flapped his wings to descend.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, he dispelled the Wind Release: Wings of Wind and landed on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instantly, he felt a significant relief. His body became lighter, and it was easier to manipulate his chakra.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, maintaining Wings of Wind was akin to constantly casting a ninjutsu. Under normal circumstances, this wasn't an issue for Seimei, given his excellent chakra control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But under the suppression of the sealing barrier, every ounce of available chakra was precious. Freeing up some by grounding himself naturally made a difference.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As these thoughts crossed Seimei's mind, the five Root ninjas charged toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their intent was clear—they aimed to surround and kill him while he was vulnerable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eyeing the incoming attackers, Seimei showed no fear. Without hesitation, he activated a technique—Lightning Release: Lightning Body Flicker!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crackle—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sparks of lightning danced around him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seimei felt his speed and reflexes improve, albeit slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although his Lightning Body Flicker was only at Level 1, offering limited enhancement, even the smallest advantage counted in his current predicament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fueled by lightning, he charged toward the weakest Root ninja, hoping to eliminate him first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the sealing barrier still hindered his movements. While his target failed to react in time, the other four seized the opportunity to attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two of them, both true jōnin, acted with deadly precision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One hurled a kunai aimed directly at Seimei's heart, while the other closed in, attempting to slash his throat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clear—they had no intention of defending their comrade. Their sole objective was to kill Seimei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sensing the danger, Seimei abandoned his initial target and stopped abruptly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He ducked, narrowly avoiding the kunai aimed at his heart, then raised his blade to parry the one coming for his throat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sharp sound of metal clashing rang out as Seimei deflected the kunai with a powerful swing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seimei darted to the side, evading a vacuum bullet that whizzed past.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A quick glance revealed a special jōnin forming another attack, preparing to launch a second vacuum bullet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With no hesitation, Seimei dodged again—and again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After evading seven consecutive bullets, the Root ninja finally ceased his assault.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But before Seimei could catch his breath, a piercing sonic wave hit him. The sheer force shook his body, nearly causing him to collapse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This attack came from a ninja skilled in sound-based jutsu, who had previously demonstrated the technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Seimei had anticipated, its power at close range was formidable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though he had seen the hand signs through his Byakugan and prepared a defense, he was still injured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking advantage of this moment, the other ninjas launched a coordinated assault.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clang, clang, clang—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The clash of metal echoed through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite being outnumbered five-to-one, Seimei held his ground, relying on his Byakugan and Sharingan. Although injured, he avoided lethal blows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Conversely, the Root ninjas grew increasingly alarmed and desperate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time was working against them. The four maintaining the sealing barrier were rapidly deteriorating, weakening its suppressive effects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Initially, Seimei couldn't even use Instant Sword Technique under the barrier's constraints. But now, he not only wielded the technique but used it to kill the weakest ninja among them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though it was a minor victory, it rattled the remaining Root ninjas, forcing them into frenzied attacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, their reckless strategies—sacrificing teammates and seeking mutual destruction—were futile under Seimei's dual-enhanced vision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He exploited their movements to inflict more damage on his attackers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, the two jōnin could wait no longer. They disengaged, rapidly forming hand seals to unleash powerful ninjutsu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One released a torrent of water that flooded the entire barrier, while the other used a Lightning Release technique, electrifying the water and turning the barrier into a deadly lightning pool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caught in the attack, Seimei's body suffered severe burns. His hair stood on end, and his skin blackened in places, smoke rising from his injuries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, despite the damage, a smile appeared on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the sealing chains binding his spirit and body had disappeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sealing barrier had a fatal flaw. It consumed the life force of its maintainers, with this drain intensifying as the chakra within the barrier fluctuated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was why the ninjas had avoided overusing techniques earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, the jōnin's desperate attack had accelerated the drain, completely exhausting the four ninjas maintaining the barrier—and freeing Seimei.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>(Chapter End)\u003C\u002Fp>",1073,"2026-06-06T03:30:56.197Z",1,"novelbin.me","3a5f6d05e03a1ad5109b76dad1c27a3f07e8d893750842cd9a554f44cc89243c","grind-is-my-ninja-way-chapter-538","grind-is-my-ninja-way-chapter-536",1097,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fgrind-is-my-ninja-way-cover.jpg"]