Failed Talk no Jutsu

In the forest, the group of eleven people leaped from tree trunk to tree trunk in a running style unique to the Naruto World, but the atmosphere was somewhat somber. Asuma Sarutobi, who died at Hidan's hands, was not only the Jonin instructor of Team 10, but also the lover of Kurenai Yuhi, the Jonin instructor of Team 8.

In this situation, they all wished they could tear Hidan to pieces, skin him alive, and make that bloodthirsty bastard experience the pain in their hearts.

Therefore, when they heard that Hidan was not dead, they were actually happy instead of angry, because the moment to take revenge with their own hands was finally coming!

Waterfall Village is a secluded village hidden beneath a giant waterfall, peaceful and undisturbed by the world. Although it borders Four Countries, its unique geographical location has prevented it from ever being invaded by other countries.

But even though the waterfall blocked their view, they could still smell the bloody stench in the air. The waterfall itself was stained red with blood, and they could almost hear the wails of countless Vengeful Soul beneath it.

Knowing the seriousness of the situation, the group did not hesitate any longer and quickly crossed the waterfall into Waterfall Village, only to be startled by the sight before them.

The once simple and peaceful mountain village is now shrouded in a crimson mist, with ruins and mountains of corpses everywhere. Looking around, not a single intact body can be found. It is no exaggeration to describe it as a living hell.

Kakashi and Kurenai Yuhi were alright, having experienced the Ninja World War and seen far more horrific scenes than this. But Sakura and Ino, and the others were different. Even though they had become qualified ninjas and participated in many assistance missions, this was the first time they had ever seen such a terrifying scene. They instantly felt their stomachs churning, and if they hadn't forced themselves to stay upright, they probably would have vomited.

"Damn it, those bastards in the Akatsuki who play with people's lives, what do they think of life!" Sure enough, Naruto Uzumaki was always the first to speak.

At the same moment Naruto finished speaking, a pure white kite soared into the sky.

"Have we been discovered?" Kakashi frowned slightly. He wanted to stop it, but it was too late. What was originally an advantageous situation where the enemy was in the open and he was in the dark was ruined by Naruto's shout.

"Knowing Naruto's recklessness, I still forgot to warn him. It seems I've been distracted by the recent series of events too?" Kakashi quickly blamed himself, took out two kunai and held them in his hands, assuming a defensive stance. "Be careful, the enemy is a ninja who can control the Shikigami Dance."

"Konoha ninjas? You're quick on your feet!" Paper fluttered and instantly coalesced into the figure of a cold and beautiful woman with a pale purple paper flower on her head.

"Who exactly are you? There doesn't seem to be anyone like you in the Shinobi World. And what about that guy named Hidan?" Kakashi wondered. In the past, whether it was Uchiha Itachi, Kisame Hoshigaki, or Sasori of the Red Sand, they were all S-rank rogue ninjas wanted by various ninja villages. But this new enemy has no reputation in the Shinobi World. He seems to be just an insignificant substitute.

That being said, Kakashi did not underestimate them in the slightest. Being a member of Akatsuki, such an evil organization, was enough to prove anything.

"A name is just a label, it has no meaning in this world that keeps repeating the cycle of birth and death." A cold voice came from Konan's mouth. "What's truly surprising is that you defeated Deidara and Kakuzu."

"Saying it's meaningless... Is this your excuse for disregarding life? Bastards like you don't deserve to be called human!" Naruto angrily accused.

Floating in mid-air, Konan gave Naruto a serious look, thinking to herself, "This guy is also Jiraiya's disciple? That's really... unexpected!"

"You who live in so-called great powers have no right to say such things. You repeatedly provoke wars, but you trample on the lives of civilians in small countries. The mistakes you make make innocent people pay the price. Your so-called peace is violence against us. Is this fair and reasonable? The existence of this world is inherently flawed. We are merely correcting its course." Facing his unfamiliar "junior brother," Konan rarely spoke up to explain.

Naruto was startled. He was no longer a rookie ninja and had some understanding of the conflicts and infighting among the Five Great Nations. "Could she be the unfortunate person who lost her family in the previous Ninja World War?"

"Perhaps the various ninja villages have indeed done wrong, but how are you any different from those who forced war upon you? Hatred only brings more suffering!"

"Thinking they are the protagonists of this world, only thinking about their own safety, and playing games with so-called peace!"

"Only by making the world feel pain... can you truly understand the value of peace. The order of this world should be re-established by God!"

Boom!

The blood mist that permeated Waterfall Village suddenly became restless, constantly converging into the forest behind Konan. Even the blood river on the ground was drawn into the forest by an invisible force, as if an invisible vortex was devouring the energy of the blood.

"Oh no, Hidan must be performing some kind of evil ritual!" Kurenai Yuhi said calmly, staring into the forest.

"Stop wasting your breath on this woman. Kurenai, you take Team 8 and Team 10 to stop Hidan. We, Team 9, will take care of this!" Kakashi said quickly.

Konan was secretly surprised. "Why did Hidan's blood sacrifice ritual react this time? Was it just a bluff or did that 'Evil God' really respond to him?"

Despite her doubts, Konan didn't forget her mission. Countless tiny pieces of paper flew out from her wings to block their way. "If you want to get through here, defeat me first."

The paper pieces shot out like shurikens, cutting through the air and falling rapidly like a storm.

Earth Release: Multiple Earth Style Wall!

Kakashi formed hand seals and quickly pressed his hands to the ground, causing earthen walls to rise up and block all the paper attacks.

However, the paper scraps, after being flicked away, somehow returned to Konan's wings. This discovery made everyone's hearts sink slightly. Wouldn't this kind of recycling allow for an infinite number of attacks?

"There's no time! You all go quickly, I'll hold them off here!"

"But..." Kurenai Yuhi hesitated, but then she saw that Kakashi had removed his headband from his left eye, and the three tomoe were swirling in his crimson pupils. She took a deep breath and nodded. "I understand. Be careful."

"Paper Shuriken!"

Seeing Kurenai Yuhi leave with the members of Team 8 and Team 10, Konan quickly threw Paper Shuriken to stop them.

Ding ding ding!

The speeding shuriken was blocked, and Kakashi led Team 9 to stand in front of Konan: "Sorry, this road is blocked!"