Naruto: You Call This A Medical Ninja?

After all these events, Kaguya Otsutsuki still had a serious expression on her face. Despite the ongoing battle, Reiki had yet to make his appearance.

She was on edge, knowing that Reiki would likely strike at a critical moment. Vigilance was essential to guard against him. After all, she herself had launched a sneak attack on Ishiki Otsutsuki before, proving that even the strongest could be gravely injured when caught off guard.

Suddenly, Uchiha Shisui's voice rang out, breaking her concentration.

"Master Kaguya Otsutsuki, Reiki asked me to tell you he's preparing to take action!"

This statement immediately heightened Kaguya's wariness. She expanded her sensory perception to its maximum, scanning the surroundings while raising her hands.

"Eighty Gods Vacuum Attack!"

In an instant, Kaguya unleashed her formidable taijutsu technique, targeting every corner of her barrier. She was determined that if Reiki dared to appear, he would be caught in her overwhelming attack.

Though she acknowledged Reiki's monstrous talent, Kaguya trusted in her absolute strength. She believed it would be impossible for him to evade her assault.

A Calculated Strike

"ROOM!"

A voice Kaguya dreaded echoed in her ears.

"Chichichi..."

The next moment, Reiki's blade swung sharply, cutting through the air. Kaguya's body was slashed cleanly by his spatial technique.

"Mother!" cried Black Zetsu, rushing in to rescue Kaguya. Using Yin-Yang Release, he swiftly repaired her severed body.

"Amazing…" Kaguya murmured, shocked. "This spatial sword technique is formidable."

Despite her composed exterior, she was internally shaken. Without Black Zetsu's intervention, the attack could have been disastrous. If Uchiha Shisui had launched a follow-up strike at that moment, the consequences would have been dire.

"Lord Kaguya Otsutsuki, your praise is overwhelming," Reiki responded humbly. "But I still have a long way to go."

Reiki felt frustrated. He had poured all his effort into reading the flow of the battle, yet he could only achieve so much. Kaguya's combat awareness and foresight were leagues ahead of his.

Kaguya Changes the Battlefield

"Let's continue," Kaguya declared, warping the surrounding space.

Reiki was abruptly forced to the ground by immense gravitational pressure.

"This… is bad," he muttered, struggling under the overwhelming force.

Before he could recover, black rods shot toward him with blinding speed.

"Ding! Ding! Ding!"

Reiki's powerful armor deflected the rods, but the sheer force left him reeling in pain.

"Is this some kind of special ninja tool?" he wondered aloud, gritting his teeth.

"It's Yin-Yang Release," Kaguya replied coldly. "Quite effective, isn't it?"

With a wave of her hand, the gravity around Reiki intensified further. She appeared before him in an instant, landing a devastating kick that sent him flying. Without relenting, she continued her assault until Reiki's armor finally gave out.

Reiki Overwhelmed

To protect his treasured weapon, Reiki dismissed his armor, leaving himself vulnerable. Moments later, the black rods pierced through his body, immobilizing him.

"These rods…" he gasped, realization dawning on him. "They block chakra and absorb physical strength. This… is Yin-Yang Release."

"I've lost," he admitted, his voice strained. "What about Shisui and the others?"

"They've been defeated too," Kaguya answered. "But you three put up a remarkable fight."

She paused, a curious expression crossing her face. "Tell me, during a real battle, do you believe such methods could be effective?"

Kaguya seemed genuinely intrigued. She had previously faced Shisui, and while he was talented, his strength back then paled in comparison to what she had just witnessed. Reiki's methods had amplified the capabilities of Shisui and Nozuki to astonishing levels.

If she hadn't separated them into different dimensions using Yomotsu Hirasaka, their coordinated attacks could have led to a much closer fight—or worse, her defeat.

A Temporary Retreat

Satisfied with the battle, Kaguya released Reiki, Shisui, and Nozuki, removing the black rods from their bodies. Reiki quickly administered healing potions to himself and his allies, restoring their strength.

"Reiki," Black Zetsu announced, "Master Kaguya Otsutsuki has instructed me to inform you: your methods are impressive, but they require refinement. Continue your training."

The Path Forward

The team regrouped, their resolve unshaken despite their loss. Under Reiki's guidance, they began intense training to improve their synergy and techniques. With the support of Konoha's resources and the team's determination, their progress was swift.

Meanwhile, in the Land of Fire, a storm was brewing. The Daimyo's mansion became a hub for powerful individuals gathering private armies. Among them was the enigmatic Sanada Chamber of Commerce, led by Prime Minister Sanada, who seemed poised to make a bold move.

"President, once we step into this, there's no turning back," one of Sanada's advisors warned.

But Sanada's gaze was steady. The ripples of change were spreading, and the world was on the brink of transformation. In the midst of it all, Reiki and his team stood as a beacon of hope, ready to challenge the impossible.