Hidan Could Live Even After Being Decapitated

Konoha.

Tsunade, sitting in the Hokage's Office, received a message from the Anbu.

Tsunade's expression was complicated after reading the text in the secret letter.

"By sending Shinki and Naruto on those kinds of missions, the Raikage was probably planning to use them as pawns to kill Naruto."

"As expected, one should always be wary of others. Although an alliance has been formed, their desire to harm Konoha remains undiminished."

At this point, Tsunade raised an eyebrow.

However, the Raikage probably never imagined that Shinki and Naruto had already set their sights on the Akatsuki members...

"Won't they get into trouble?"

Beside her, Shizune said worriedly, "The Akatsuki are very experienced in combat, and Kakuzu has lived since the time of the First Hokage..."

"Don't worry, Shinki will only cause them trouble."

Tsunade had complete faith in the Shinki.

"By the way, any new news from Jiraiya's side?"

Shizune nodded. "This morning Lord Jiraiya sent word that he has arrived at Amegakure..."

Upon hearing this, Tsunade smiled helplessly, "Just as he said, he's been gathering intelligence while traveling, and it's taken him so long to even arrive at Amegakure..."

Knowing that Jiraiya was gathering information while having fun, Tsunade's expression actually relaxed.

The Shinobi World knew absolutely nothing about Pain's abilities.

It's good that Jiraiya focused on his mission; at least that way he'll come back alive...

Meanwhile, in the Land of Lightning.

Inside the cave.

Kakuzu and Hidan looked at Shinki and Naruto with suspicion.

Because both Shinki and Naruto had black hair at this time, Kakuzu and Hidan did not recognize them immediately...

"These two kids are wearing Konoha Forehead Protector; they look to be only fifteen or sixteen years old."

Are all the Konoha Ninjas this brave now?

Hidan, carrying his scythe, said with a disdainful look.

Kakuzu smiled at the two boys, "It's said that Konoha and Kumogakure have formed an alliance, but isn't it a bit hasty to send only these two to retrieve the Two-Tails Jinchūriki...?"

However, halfway through his laughter, Kakuzu's expression suddenly froze.

He realized that the two children looked somewhat familiar!

I feel like I've seen this somewhere before!

Without wasting a word, Shinki drew the Kusanagi Sword from his waistband with one hand and threw Flying Thunder God Kunai with the other!

"Whoosh!"

The blade of the Kusanagi Sword extended, stabbing towards the two like a venomous snake!

Hidan grinned and swung his scythe!

"Bite!"

"When!!"

The scythe first deflected the Kunai, then collided with the sword of the Shinki!

Hidan looked surprised.

The impact nearly caused him to drop the sickle from his hand!

"How can this kid be so strong!"

Fei Duan let out an incredulous cry.

The Kakuzu in the corner remained motionless, their eyes narrowed as they stared intently at the face of the Shinki...

Where have I seen this before...?

The next moment!

He slapped his forehead, suddenly remembering!

"Shinki!"

Kakuzu's eyes lit up when he heard that name:(´◊ω◊`)

For him, who spends most of his time in Bounty Station, the name Shinki is a symbol of money!

A staggering 250 million!!

Bringing this kid back will solve all of Akatsuki's financial crises!

"Kid, actually, I rarely intervene when Hidan."

"But you're different. You're not only strong, but also extremely valuable. I'm afraid Hidan will lose you."

Kakuzu slowly spoke.

On the other side, Shinki was not surprised that the other party had guessed his identity.

He vaguely remembered these two; they had blocked his way when he was chasing Gaara back then.

However, he was defeated by his own Multi-Escape Rasenshuriken!

Kakuzu's pupils suddenly narrowed when he heard Kakuzu mention that name, Hidan next to Kakuzu.

Then, he carefully examined the Shinki...

Although he's lost his signature red hair, that sculpted, refined face... it really is that kid!!

Having confirmed this, Hidan took a half step back and leaned close to Kakuzu, asking, "What do we do? This kid's tough... Should we retreat?"

On the mountaintop of the Land of Rivers, the incredibly powerful Ninjutsu from the Shinki left an indelible impression on him!

He could live even if his head were cut off.

But even if you're blasted into dust, you still can't survive...

Upon hearing Hidan's suggestion, Kakuzu rolled his eyes at him, annoyed. "Aren't you a believer in Evil Gods, ready to kill anyone you see? Why are you chickening out at this crucial moment?"

"That kid's got a walking 250 million, I'm going to make that money today! (o´Д`o)ノ"

"Can..."

Hidan.

Kakuzu Hidan speak, Kakuzu immediately gestured behind him with his eyes. "They're here for the Two-Tails Jinchūriki. Guard it well; I'll handle this kid."

Having said that, Kakuzu raised his hand...

Shinki is indeed very strong, but this kid has a fatal weakness: a lack of combat experience!

I'm an old man who's lived for eighty or ninety years.

Dealing with this kid is a bit difficult, but it's not unwinnable...

On the other side, Shinki noticed that the Masked Man's hands were covered with needle marks!

The whole person looked like they were pieced together with needle and thread!

The next moment, the injection site on Kakuzu's forearm suddenly burst open!

Countless black threads connected the severed wound, supporting his fist as he flew towards Shinki and Naruto!

Just as the fist was about to hit the Shinki, the Shinki vanished using the Flying Thunder God Technique!

Beside him, Naruto formed Rasengan with his hand and faced his fist!

"Bang!!"

The two objects collided, and the shockwave kicked up clouds of dust!

Behind Kakuzu, next to Hidan!

Shinki used the Flying Thunder God to instantly teleport to the location of the Kunai that Hidan had previously blocked with his scythe!

Upon arriving at this place, Shinki swung his Kusanagi Sword with lightning speed!

Based on the original length of the blade, it wouldn't have been able to touch Hidan's body.

However, Orochimaru's incredibly powerful Ninja Tools happens to have an extension function.

The Kusanagi Sword suddenly lengthened the instant it was swung!

In the blink of an eye...

"Laugh!!"

Hidan, unable to Hidan, had his head sliced off by this blow!

To Shinki's astonishment, Hidan was still able to speak even after his head Hidan!

With his head falling to the ground, Hidan screamed frantically, "Hey! Kakuzu! The Two-Tails Jinchūriki has been taken away by Shinki -kun!"

Kakuzu turned around upon hearing this!

Shinki once again delivered the prepared Piercing Hand!

"Whoa!!"

"Pfft!!"

His right hand, imbued with Lightning Release Chakra, pierced straight through Kakuzu's back!!

Kakuzu collapsed to the ground.

"It's not that great. ┐(´-`)┌"

After completing all of this, Shinki spread his hands with a relaxed expression.

It was effortless, no different from when we met on the mountaintop last time.

Then, Shinki turned his head and looked at the Two-Tails human who was lying in a pool of blood, his life hanging in the balance.

After briefly examining the stranger's injuries, green Medical Chakra appeared in Shinki's hands, aiding the Two-Tails Jinchūriki in healing...

While using Medical Ninjutsu, Shinki muttered, "Both Jinchūriki, Naruto's self-healing ability seems to be stronger than this Jinchūriki's."

"Luckily, I arrived in time. Any later, and I probably would have bled to Death God. Looks like I'll have to risk my life again..."

Shinki's Medical Ninjutsu is even better than Tsunade's; as long as the opponent has a breath left, Shinki is confident he can save them.

Soon, thanks to Shinki's intervention, the Two-Tails Jinchūriki's breathing gradually stabilized...