Chapter 81: The Old Monk Has Been Captured!
"Crystal Release: Tunnel Technique!"
With a loud shout, Wu Zhonghe directed his chakra toward the concrete pillars. A sparkling yellow crystal tunnel materialized out of thin air, seamlessly connecting with the structure. The construction crew erupted into cheers as the final section of the tunnel was completed.
Wu Zhonghe grinned sheepishly, wiping the sweat from his forehead.
"This segmented construction method is truly ingenious! It's sped up the progress by more than double. Our section is finally done. Now we just need to wait for Big Brother's team to connect with ours. I believe this Sandy Bliss Expressway will be operational in no time. Master, we owe it all to your help!"
"Amitabha. Blessings, blessings. It's only right to contribute to the village. The credit belongs to Shukaku."
Fenfu, ever the picture of serenity, clasped his hands together and bowed gently toward Wu Zhonghe. Suddenly, his eyes snapped open, locking onto the top of the tunnel with an intense gaze. Two words escaped his lips:
"Iwagakure!"
Following Fenfu's line of sight, Wu Zhonghe looked up and saw a tall, masked kunoichi standing atop the tunnel. She wore a forehead protector emblazoned with the symbol of Iwagakure (Hidden Stone Village).
Scanning the surroundings, Wu Zhonghe realized their small construction crew was now surrounded by nearly a hundred Iwagakure shinobi.
The kunoichi pointed directly at the old monk.
"Kill everyone except the monk."