Yami

When Deva Path Pain emerged from the dust, he saw Taichi, Chiyo, and Yami sitting not far away. Their haughty expressions felt strangely familiar.

"You didn't run away. Your courage is commendable," Deva Path Pain said as he slowly approached the three of them.

"Kurama Clan ninja are not weaklings who swallow their anger after being beaten." Taichi rose to his feet and stared at Deva Path Pain. "You want to capture Miss Hinata only to use her to threaten Young Master. But as long as we're here, we will never let you succeed!"

"No, no one in this world is worth doing that for." Deva Path Pain shook his head. "Only those who have experienced pain can truly understand my ideals. Akira Kurama is a clever man, but his life has been too comfortable. Pain can help him grow."

"What do you mean?" Chiyo asked in confusion.

"It means he wants to kill Miss Hinata," Yami explained coldly.

"Then we have even less reason to let you leave, even if it costs us our lives!" Taichi narrowed his eyes. As for the promise he had made to Hinata, he could no longer concern himself with that. The Kurama Clan had raised and taught him. It was time for him to give his life for the clan and Young Master!

"The three of you are not enough," Deva Path Pain said calmly.

"You'll soon witness our true strength!" Chiyo walked to Taichi's side and glared at Deva Path Pain.

"Come," Deva Path Pain said, curling a finger at them.

"Hah... Fire Style: Fire Burning City Wall!" Taichi drew a breath, then abruptly unsheathed his sword and slashed. Flames released from the blade wrapped around Deva Path Pain like a gigantic hand. The terrifying heat softened the exposed steel reinforcement bars,