Onoki hovered high in the air.
"Earth Release: Super Lightweight Rock Jutsu" granted him the ability to fly at such heights, making him a rare flying ninja in the Ninja World.
His face was currently very somber, yet carried a trace of relief as he looked down at Uchiha Obito from above.
"Seems like only a little over ten years old, but indeed possesses a pair of Three-Tomoe Sharingan, and such abundant eye power!"
Onoki recalled the scene from years ago when he and his mentor, Second Tsuchikage Mu, were bullied by Uchiha Madara's Susanoo, the unforgettable humiliation rising in his heart, never having subsided over the decades.
That scene was forever ingrained in his memory!
"And with such ruthless nature, proficient use of Fire Release, and mastery in Taijutsu..."
Onoki examined Uchiha Obito's movements, his intent to kill growing stronger.
The strength Obito possessed, besides having activated his Three-Tomoe Sharingan due to his intense emotions, was a result of Uchiha Setsuna's earnest teachings, gained through relentless practice day and night.
Uchiha Setsuna, who prided himself on inheriting the "Will of Madara," deliberately used Madara as a model when teaching Obito, making adjustments in the details...
Though somewhat like copying a cat, overall, it was still somewhat effective.
For instance, with Obito now confronting the enemy using simplified hand seals for his Fire Release, it made Onoki's unpleasant memories even more vivid.
"Dangerous brat, fortunately I meticulously noticed you, sparing no effort to deal with you personally!"
Onoki mobilized the Chakra around him, slowly forming hand seals, his gaze locked onto Uchiha Obito, even ignoring the brave Hatake Kakashi battling nearby!
Aomi squinted, gesturing Onoki's hand seal movements with his hands.
"'Earth Release: Super Lightweight Rock Jutsu'... Onoki and his teacher's mastery of Earth Release are very strong, their ability development is unparalleled..."
"The stuff in his belly is worth me slowly dragging out."
Aomi slowly flew up, also watching this grand spectacle from high in the air.
The youngster who was once bullied found the descendants of the one who insulted his teacher after gaining Dust Release and the Tsuchikage position...
Thirty years east of the river, thirty years west?
"Earth Release: Grand Earthquake Core"!
Onoki suddenly exerted power, and under the exquisite manipulation of Earth Release Chakra, the ground beneath Uchiha Obito's feet began to shake violently!
In a split moment, it rose sharply!
Uchiha Obito was taken aback, hurriedly shielding Black Zetsu behind him, his eyes extremely vigilant, swept around quickly, and looked up to see the Third Tsuchikage full of killing intent!
Suddenly, his heart turned cold.
Even if he were arrogant, even if he thought he was a genius of the Uchiha Clan, the reputation of Both Scales Onoki was as loud as thunder in the Ninja World!
"Rin, run!"
Uchiha Obito's eyes were brimming with eye power as he shouted loudly, while forcefully pushing Black Zetsu away.
"Genjutsu: Adamantine Chains Jutsu"!
Obito stared hard at Onoki, the Tomoe in his eyes spinning madly, attempting to control this enemy he was almost certain he couldn't defeat.
Black Zetsu was also shocked to the extreme at this moment.
Onoki, this Tsuchikage, hadn't seized the opportunity to deal with Namikaze Minato and Jiraiya entangled with the Four and Five-Tails, such a good chance to reduce the enemy generals, why, so mysteriously targeting Uchiha Obito?!
Even with Namikaze Minato possessing the Flying Thunder God Jutsu, surely he should attempt to ambush them, rather than leave them unchecked...
Countless thoughts raced through Black Zetsu's mind, why hadn't White Zetsu provided him with relevant information?
The answer was clear, White Zetsu could receive various information from the earth, but couldn't monitor the sky above or the minds of people.
This old, cunning Tsuchikage taught Black Zetsu a lesson...
Not all ninjas' minds are as easy to guess as those of the Uchiha Clan!
"Damn, Onoki is clearly here specifically to kill Uchiha Obito, even with the Four and Five-tailed Jinchuriki, I could find a way to save him, but if hit by Dust Release..."
Black Zetsu's heart sank, it would result in being disintegrated to particles!
"Not bad eye power, brat!"
Onoki suddenly lowered his head, dodging Obito's gaze, but his hands continuously formed seals: "Earth Release: Rock Arm"!
Two sturdy rock arms burst forth from the ground, appearing almost alive, grabbing at the fleeing Uchiha Obito everywhere.
Obito glanced back at Black Zetsu's direction, barely forced another smile at it, gave a final look, and then fled madly in the opposite direction...
"To actually encounter the Tsuchikage, truly unlucky, looking at this situation, this old guy is coming for me."
The Rock Fist slammed down, Obito clumsily rolled on the ground to avoid it, thoughts racing:
"I must distance myself from Rin, I need to give her ample time to escape, can't drag her down!"
Uchiha Obito gripped his arm shattered by the Rock Fist, enduring the piercing pain, furiously stepping his lead-heavy legs, desperately running toward the distant.
Kakashi was already stunned nearby.
The battle had been ordinary, albeit their situation was somewhat passive, their three-person squad could still engage the enemy and even kill.
But suddenly, a Tsuchikage appeared, ignoring him, Konoha's former first genius, and ignoring everyone, bombarding Uchiha Obito as if they had decades of grievances.