Reunion with Uchiha Itachi! Forgetful Might Guy

After swiftly eliminating two members of the Akatsuki, the search and rescue team continued their advance.

In a cave in the Land of Rivers.

On the Finger Statue.

Kakuzu and Hidan, who had just left, reappeared as ghostly figures.

Zero said, "They took care of them so quickly? It seems those Red-haired Brats from Konoha are nothing special."

Hidan immediately looked embarrassed. "Actually, we were taken down by him... That kid used some kind of Ninjutsu to create a huge explosion, turning the mountain into a deep crater. It was a bit terrifying..."

The remaining members of Akatsuki exchanged glances.

Hidan is notoriously insane because he is immortal.

That kid was the first person he ever described as "terrifying".

Zero said, "You two Zombie Duo couldn't unleash the full power of your Shapeshifting Technique and were damaged by a wide-range Ninjutsu, which was to be expected."

"Now we can only wait for news from Kisame and Itachi."

Kakuzu, "I hope so."

Actually, he quite liked that Red-haired Brat.

Although it was our first meeting, that spiritual connection was so profound and mysterious...

It's that feeling where you can't help but want to do business with him!

At the same time.

In a dense forest in the Land of Rivers, Uchiha Itachi and Kisame Hoshigaki exchanged a glance.

"Kakuzu and Hidan were instantly killed," Itachi said.

"Instant kill? Looks like that kid's gotten even stronger in three years..."

Kisame shaken.

"It's alright, our goal here is to slow them down, we just need to delay them a bit... cough cough..."

After Itachi finished speaking, he coughed twice.

Kisame silently stood in front of Uchiha Itachi, carrying his Samehada, and said, "I'll Itachi-san this, you'd better not use Genjutsu."

Your health is getting worse.

Itachi waved his hand, indicating it was no problem. "I have something to discuss with Shinki-kun later."

A few minutes later, there was a rustling sound in the dense forest in front of them.

A group of nine people from Shinki have appeared!

Kisame Hoshigaki, Great Sword slung over his shoulder, grinned, revealing a mouthful of sharp teeth, and said with an imposing air, "You're only just arriving? Itachi and I have been waiting for you for a long time."

Then, he pointed his Great Sword at Might Guy: "Yo, we meet again, Konoha Beast!"

Kai narrowed his eyes slightly.

Because apart from Kakashi, he never deliberately remembered any of his opponents.

Looking at the battle-ready Kisame opposite him, he was completely bewildered. "You... I don't think I know you!"

Kisame:(￣┰￣*)

Damn it, I was actually looked down upon! How annoying!

But to maintain a sophisticated image, you can't get angry!

Kisame then said mockingly, "As expected of Konoha's rare and exotic beast, its brain capacity is ridiculously small."

Upon hearing this address, Kai immediately had a look of sudden realization.

"I remember now! You were the one from last time..."

Kisame grinned, a wicked smile playing on his lips, "Finally remembered?! tsk."

Kai: "Last time... what was it called again? Um... I forgot..."

Kisame: "... Are you kidding me?! (ꐦ ಠ 皿ಠ) "

Without a word, Kisame started forming hand seals!

How dare he underestimate me! I'll make that mushroom-headed guy learn his lesson!

Water Release: Explosion...

However, before Kisame could finish his sentence, Might Guy slapped his forehead and exclaimed, "You're Uchiha Kisame!!"

Kisame: "..."

Konoha members. "..."

(ーー゛)

When it comes to provoking opponents, Teacher Kai really knows his stuff!

Kisame went berserk on the spot, while Uchiha Itachi remained calm.

Similarly, when Shinki saw Uchiha Itachi on the other side, he smiled and greeted him.

"Haven't seen you for a long time."

He now has many questions to ask this Genjutsu Master.

"It's been three years. How is Shisui Uchiha's Sharingan doing?" Itachi asked.

Upon hearing Itachi's question, Shinki became even more certain of his earlier speculation.

The Crow that saved him on the Naka Bridge back then was most likely released by Uchiha Itachi!

He guessed that Danzo would use Kotoamatsukami to attack him!

"Thank you! It's very comfortable to use."

Shinki nodded in greeting.

The next moment, the white of his right eye turned red, Mangekyō Sharingan like a windmill, appeared!

Immediately afterwards, the body of the Shinki was enveloped in green light, Susanoo Skeleton appeared!

This time, it wasn't just the simple ribs that appeared in the training ground last time, but a complete upper body skeleton of Susanoo!

Immediately afterwards, muscles and armor appeared on the skeleton!

Soon, he transformed into the Susanoo!

The Susanoo, resembling green crystal, is enveloped in the Shinki, Susanoo wields Spiral Sword, exuding an imposing aura!

Chiyo: "W-w-w-this Red-Haired Kid is Uchiha Clan?! (⊙o⊙)"

"But why does he only have one eye!"

Naruto said, "This is a long story, you old woman wouldn't understand."

"You're the old woman! Although I'm getting on in years, I've done quite a bit of research on many Ninjutsu and bloodlines in the Shinobi World," Chiyo said with displeasure.

"Given the situation with that Red-haired Brat, it's definitely a case of intermarriage between the Uchiha Clan and Uzumaki Clans..."

The next moment, Shinki clapped his hands together.

"Wood Release: Small World of Trees!"

One by one, large trees sprouted from the ground, quickly forming a forest of Wood Release!

This is the realm created by the Shinki, which he completely dominates!

Chiyo next to her: Σ(っ°Д °;)っ

He can even use Wood Release?!

Wood Release, just like the legendary God of Shinobi!!

Wood Release, combined with powerful Medical Ninjutsu, and the Sharingan Susanoo...

It seems I've been isolated for too long; I didn't even know such a genius had emerged in the Shinobi World!

The strength of this red-haired kid is enough to influence the entire ninja world!!

Chiyo was deeply shaken.

Across from the Shinki, Uchiha Itachi muttered to himself, "Activating Susanoo with just one eye... You're not even from the Uchiha Clan, yet you can do something like this...?"

The next moment, he waved his hand, and countless Crows enveloped his body.

Upon witnessing this scene, Shinki realized that he had been pulled into Genjutsu Space by Uchiha Itachi.

And that's exactly what he wanted to do.

So, Shinki, who was in the Genjutsu Space, asked directly, "Then, you released the Crow that saved me, didn't you?"

What exactly do you want to do?

Itachi said, "Yes, I only want to protect my younger brother."

Shinki found Itachi's words a bit outrageous and retorted, "You killed the Uchiha clan, leaving only Sasuke, and now you're saying you're protecting your younger brother?"

Uchiha Itachi did not refute, but continued along the lines of Shinki: "I do not wish to explain what happened back then. I am indeed missing-nin Konoha, a sinner who slaughtered my family."

"But please believe me, Shinki-kun, I only want to protect Sasuke."

Itachi changed the subject, saying, "I'd like to ask you for a favor, as a token of my gratitude for what you did for the Crow that time."

Shinki frowned slightly.

If it weren't for that Crow saving him, he might already be Danzo's puppet.

Therefore, he really couldn't refuse Itachi's request.

Shinki: "You say."

Itachi lowered his head. "Don't hurt Sasuke. In the future, if he does anything detrimental to Konoha, I hope you can guide him onto the right path."