Ōtsutsuki Takeshi shouted in anger, using his space-time abilities to teleport outside the main hall, keeping a safe distance from Orochimaru.

Fortunately, despite his rage, he didn't act recklessly the moment he arrived.

After all, anyone who has survived this long isn't a fool.

The fact that the intruder had managed to enter undetected before Takeshi even noticed, and had effortlessly killed two of his subordinates while all eight of them were present, how could such a person be simple?

Even with all eight subordinates working together, defeating him wouldn't be easy.

Observing Takeshi's stance, Orochimaru casually stood in place, quickly making a judgment in his mind.

While the Ōtsutsuki clan possessed space-time abilities and chakra, their overall combat power didn't seem particularly strong.

At best, they were like Jinchūriki who could wield Yin-Yang Release.

The only exception was Takeshi—his strength actually surpassed Kaguya at full power!

"Not bad."

After carefully analyzing Takeshi's fighting style, Orochimaru stroked his chin and smirked. "However, it seems you've become Momoshiki's lapdog. Where's your master? Tell him to come out and meet me!"

"You arrogant fool—kill him!"

Ōtsutsuki Takeshi could no longer suppress his fury!

Although Orochimaru's origins were unclear, his tone and demeanor were utterly condescending.

He had provoked Takeshi again and again, who could tolerate such humiliation?

Following the order, six Ōtsutsuki clan members stepped forward, their expressions solemn. At the same time, six black rods materialized in their hands.

The surrounding space subtly distorted.

Earlier, Orochimaru had taken them by surprise, appearing out of nowhere to launch a sneak attack.

But now, they were prepared. They wouldn't allow it to happen again.

"As expected, you have some skill."

Sensing the fluctuations in space, Orochimaru's lips curled slightly.

The only reason he had been able to instantly kill two of them before was because of the element of surprise provided by the Flying Thunder God Technique.

However, in a direct confrontation, the practicality of that technique was inferior to the Ōtsutsuki clan's space-time abilities.

And now, with the six Ōtsutsuki members actively distorting every inch of space within a ten-mile radius, the Flying Thunder God Technique was completely neutralized.

Seeing that Orochimaru no longer vanished as suddenly as before, a sneer appeared on the faces of the Ōtsutsuki clan members.

"As we thought, he was relying on space-time techniques before."

"Die!"

Three of them lunged forward, already picturing the moment when Orochimaru would be impaled through the heart.

But in the next instant—

Poof!

Gray bones suddenly sprouted from their bodies!

Two Ōtsutsuki clan members looked down in shock, their faces filled with disbelief.

When…?!

Before they could react, their bodies began to disintegrate from the wounds, crumbling into dust.

Dead… just like that?!

This guy had a companion?!

The Ōtsutsuki clan possessed the purest Byakugan, able to perceive everything.

But due to their reliance on the power of the God Tree and their space-time abilities, their physical reflexes had dulled.

Just now, all of their attention had been focused on Orochimaru—they hadn't expected another enemy to be present.

"The Flying Thunder God Technique may be unusable, but that doesn't mean my other techniques are affected."

Glancing at the stunned opponents, Orochimaru wasted no time. Before they could locate Kaguya's position, he tossed several Truth-Seeking Orbs forward.

Against the Ōtsutsuki clan, the most effective weapons were Senjutsu and Taijutsu.

And fortunately, Orochimaru lacked neither.

Thus, against the Ōtsutsuki, he felt no fear!

Ōtsutsuki Takeshi's brows furrowed, veins bulging around his Byakugan.

Before the Truth-Seeking Orbs could reach him, the surrounding scenery abruptly shifted.

This was a world of ice and snow—just like Kaguya's Frozen Dimension.

The Truth-Seeking Orbs vanished, and Orochimaru was pulled inside.

At the same time, Takeshi and his four remaining subordinates floated in the air, their eyes locked onto the figure emerging from the space rift behind Orochimaru.

"You…?! Kaguya?"

Orochimaru smirked. "I'll leave this guy to you. I'll handle the rest."

"Fine."

Kaguya responded indifferently.

Hearing her reply, Orochimaru was slightly surprised.

With Kaguya's current state, she shouldn't be Takeshi's match in combat.

Yet she didn't hesitate at all?

Orochimaru shook his head, pushing the thought aside as he focused on dealing with the other Ōtsutsuki members.

In terms of raw speed, he wasn't necessarily faster than them. But—

Swoosh!

A flash of sword light.

An Ōtsutsuki member fell instantly!

"Wha—?!"

"You bastard—!"

"Analyzing energy medium…"

"Calculation complete. Redefining energy source."

"Definition confirmed. Target gene sequence, rewriting in progress."

"Rewriting complete…"

"That's another one down."

Orochimaru grinned. "Goodbye."

Swoosh!

Another flash of sword light!

Another Ōtsutsuki member fell on the spot!

The remaining Ōtsutsuki clan members were horrified.

They couldn't comprehend Orochimaru's attack methods at all.

Before they could react, another Truth-Seeking Orb shot toward them!

Boom!

The massive explosion sent dazzling light across the frozen sky, making the icy landscape appear even more crystalline.

(To be continued.)