Chapter 245: Nagato’s Compromise
Nagato, having just used Shinra Tensei for the first time, was panting heavily. The strain of using his Rinnegan was still too much for him.
"Not a bad defensive ability," the Third Mizukage remarked. "But it's not very useful."
He began walking toward Nagato again. No one understood the Rinnegan's capabilities better than he did.
The Chakra required to wield the Rinnegan was immense—far beyond what an ordinary person could sustain—and Nagato was still far from that level. Judging by Nagato's disheveled state, the Mizukage doubted he could even use Shinra Tensei again.
Moreover, the five-second interval between its uses was more than enough time for him to act decisively. Using Ninjutsu against the Rinnegan now would be foolish.
"Shadow Clone Technique."
Nagato ignored the Third Mizukage's approach and summoned four Shadow Clones to prepare for a decisive attack. Even if he couldn't win, he wasn't going down without trying.
With a puff of smoke, five Nagatos stood before the Third Mizukage.
"How much Chakra do you have left to do something like this?" the Third Mizukage said, shaking his head, though he secretly admired Nagato's Chakra reserves.
He reaffirmed his belief that his earlier decision had been correct—only someone like Nagato could bear the burden of those eyes.
"Five Release Great Combo Technique!"