Chapter 79: Information Completely Lost, Constrained at Every Turn

A flicker of wariness flashed through Orochimaru's eyes; he tried to dodge, but it was already too late.

"Screech—!"

The chain tore through the air, instantly coiling around Orochimaru's wrists. The icy touch made his whole body shudder, followed immediately by a tremendous force that violently wrenched his arms apart.

Orochimaru struggled to break free, but the chain coiled tight as if alive, not budging an inch.

The next moment, the chain's surface suddenly sprouted dense, backward-facing barbs, glinting with cold light as they wound around Orochimaru's neck.

Yet, facing this critical moment, Orochimaru's face showed not the slightest panic; he abruptly opened his mouth, and a sound of bones dislocating came from deep in his throat.

"Urgh—"

A brand-new Orochimaru crawled out from the original body's mouth, nimbly avoiding the chain's binding; the original body remained in place like a shed snakeskin, torn to pieces by those chains.

"I anticipated you would do this long ago." Gerald's voice suddenly rang out: "Soul Binding."

The moment the words fell, the chains on the ground suddenly began to twist and deform. Purple magical light flowed across the chain surfaces like liquid. In the blink of an eye, the chains actually transformed into countless fine threads, weaving themselves into a gigantic net.

"Hiss-hiss" sounds rang out continuously; the Binding Net lunged at Orochimaru with astonishing speed.

Orochimaru's pupils contracted sharply; his figure flashed, rapidly leaping to the side, yet that silk net seemed to have anticipated it, changing direction along with his movement and continuing its pursuit.

Seeing evasion was hopeless, Orochimaru's hands flew through Hand Seals; he took a Deep Breath, his chest swelling slightly.

"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique!"

A massive fireball spewed from Orochimaru's mouth; scorching flames instantly illuminated the entire Room.

However, that Binding Net passed through the fireball like a ghost, utterly unscathed.

In the blink of an eye, the silk net enveloped Orochimaru. He could feel those fine threads pressing against his Skin, yet also as if they did not exist at all.

Orochimaru frowned, wanting to use the Orochimaru-Style Body Replacement Technique again; just then, the silk net suddenly fused into his body like a living thing.

"This is—!"

At this moment, a bizarre sensation instantly swept through his whole body. Orochimaru's heart sank; he discovered he actually could not shed his skin.

"How is it? Do you like it? This was specially prepared for you." Gerald sneered, a complacent glint flashing in his eyes, "This Magic can lock the target's Soul inside their current body……"

Before the words had finished falling, an earth-shattering boom suddenly exploded.

"Hum—!"

At this moment, within the smoke, Fugaku's Susanoo suddenly swung its massive arm; the Ame-no-Nuboko abruptly lengthened and howled forth, aiming straight for Gerald's face.

"I haven't finished speaking, so eager to make a move?" Gerald frowned, impatiently raising his right hand.

"Deflection Shield."

The moment the words fell, the Ground suddenly rippled; an arched Light Curtain shimmering with strange light appeared out of thin air, blocking in front of Gerald.

The Ame-no-Nuboko slammed heavily onto the Light Curtain, yet as if it had crashed into a slanted Mirror Dimension, the attack was instantly deflected.

"Boom!"

The Ame-no-Nuboko deviated from its original trajectory, slamming heavily onto the Ground nearby.

The tremendous impact force made the entire Room tremble.

Just then, the Ground suddenly lit up with a faint glow, as if an invisible great net had spread out. The Shockwave was absorbed by this layer of light, dissolving into nothingness.

The Next Second, a ruthless glint flashed through Gerald's eyes; his right hand clenched fiercely. "Earth Dragon Binding Kill!"

The Ground beneath Susanoo's feet suddenly split open; countless vine-like rock Tentacles burst from the soil, passing directly through the gaps from below.

"What?!" Fugaku's expression changed; before he could even react, those rock Tentacles directly entangled his Feet.

"Get out here!" Gerald shouted low, yanking both hands upward violently.

Fugaku only felt a tremendous force transmit; his whole person was actually forcibly yanked out from inside Susanoo. Deprived of its controller, Susanoo instantly collapsed and dissipated.

"Go!" Gerald roared in anger, controlling the rock Tentacles to viciously fling. Fugaku was thrown flying like a kite with a cut string, hurtling straight toward the Ceiling.

Boom! An earth-shattering boom suddenly exploded. Fugaku's body crashed heavily into the Ceiling, kicking up large clouds of dust and debris. The entire Room shuddered, and spider-web-like cracks appeared on the Ceiling.

Gerald gave a cold laugh, thrusting both hands forward violently: "Die!"

In an Instant, a pitch-black energy sphere condensed in his Palm, exuding a heart-palpitating pressure. The energy sphere howled toward Fugaku; the air twisted wherever it passed.

Watching the black energy sphere about to strike, the Mangekyou Sharingan in Fugaku's eyes spun wildly. Susanoo's silhouette coalesced around him once more; the gigantic skeleton emitted a gloomy light.

"Boom!"

The energy sphere slammed heavily onto Susanoo, erupting in a blinding flash. Air Waves surged; the entire Room shook violently again.

The smoke and dust cleared; Susanoo still stood unshaken. Fugaku panted heavily, thin streaks of fresh blood trickling down his forehead. He stared fixedly at Gerald, saying in a deep voice:

"You think an attack of this level can defeat me!"

The moment Fugaku's words fell, his figure shot toward Gerald like an arrow leaving the bow.

Susanoo's gigantic skeleton coalesced around him; the Ame-no-Nuboko extended in his hand, tearing through the air with a sharp whistle.

At the same time, Orochimaru also moved. A ruthless glint flashed through his eyes. "Hidden Shadow Multi-Snake Hand!" Amidst the low incantation, countless White Snakes shot from his sleeves, descending on Gerald like a rain of arrows.

Facing the pincer attack of two people, Gerald's face showed not the slightest panic. He waved his right hand, shouting low: "Triple Magic: Mirror Reflection"

Instantly, the air ahead twisted slightly; three Magic Circles abruptly emerged before Fugaku's Susanoo. The Magic Circles layered atop one another, their surfaces rippling like water waves.

Susanoo's image was instantly reflected in the water surface. This phantom was identical to the original Susanoo, its movements completely the same.

The Ame-no-Nuboko slammed heavily into this "mirror." Astonishingly, the Ame-no-Nuboko in the "mirror image" also thrust out simultaneously; the two forces Collided in midair, emitting a Deafening roar.

Fugaku only felt a tremendous force rebound; Susanoo was actually forced back several steps by this power, plowing deep furrows into the Ground.

Simultaneously, Gerald's left hand thrust forward violently. An invisible force suddenly welled up in the air, expanding outward like a tangible substance.

Orochimaru's White Snake swarm crashed into this force, instantly as if they had hit an invisible Wall. Countless White Snakes were bounced away by this force in an instant, scattering and flying off.

"Bang!"

Amidst a piercing explosive sound, a seemingly ordinary White Snake suddenly burst open, turning into a cloud of white smoke.

The smoke dispersed; Orochimaru's figure appeared out of thin air, holding the Kusanagi Sword, streaking straight for Gerald's throat like a bolt of Lightning, so fast and at such a tricky angle it caught one completely off guard.

However, facing this killing blow, Gerald's face showed not the slightest alarm. The corner of his mouth curved slightly upward, a trace of disdain flashing in his eyes.

"Useless," Gerald said with contempt, his voice brimming with confidence, "Your abilities are all within my grasp."

Before his voice fell, Gerald's body shifted slightly, easily dodging Orochimaru's ambush. His right hand flipped violently, and a dazzling light sphere suddenly surged in his palm.

"Get out of the way!"

Gerald let out a low shout, and the light sphere burst instantly. Violent energy swept out like a tsunami, slamming directly into Orochimaru's chest.

At the critical moment, Orochimaru reacted instantly, covering his chest with Armament Haki. A black luster flickered across his chest.

"Boom!"

Orochimaru grunted, his whole body flying backward like a kite with its string cut.

Just as he was about to hit the wall, a huge black palm suddenly reached out from the side and caught him firmly.

"Cough cough—" Orochimaru coughed violently, spitting out a mouthful of blood; even with Armament Haki, his body's defense was still slightly inferior.

Gerald looked at Orochimaru and sneered: "Is that all you've got? Truly disappointing."

He walked slowly toward the two before him, every step filled with an oppressive feeling. A suffocating aura permeated the air, as if the entire space was suppressed by his momentum.

Orochimaru glanced at Fugaku from the corner of his eye and said in a low voice: "It seems he has figured out all the ninjutsu we've used."

Sorry, I still can't muster the strength today, I'll definitely make it up tomorrow!!! (Chapter End)