The Akatsuki Organization's Invasion

"What you up to?"

Orochimaru, extremely wary, grabbed Kimimaro's hand, but at Shiyu's signal, Orochimaru released it.

"Since you're not here to kill me, you must need me. I just want to go with you." Kimimaro was very clever and had already guessed their intentions.

"In that case, let's go." Shiyu then led Kimimaro away. To prevent any accidents, Shiyu had already left Kimimaro with the Flying Thunder God mark.

"Kimimaro, how long have you been ill?" Shiyu asked as they walked.

"I've had this illness since birth," Kimimaro said truthfully.

This disease is a Bloodline Disease, which can affect anyone who inherits Kekkei Genkai. It torments the afflicted until death, and without timely medical treatment, the person is unlikely to live past fifteen.

"Forgive my bluntness, Lord Shiyu, but this child's lifespan will not exceed fifteen years. Even if we raise him, he will die in a few years," Orochimaru said truthfully.

"Since that's the case, then let's not let him die." Shiyu said, seemingly unconcerned.

"Summoning Technique!" Shiyu then summoned the Slug Sage and said, "Sage, this child has Bloodline Disease and is on the verge of death. Do you have the ability to treat him?"

The Katsuyu then attached itself to Kimimaro and said, "I cannot cure this child's Bloodline Disease; it's a hereditary condition. My medical expertise mainly focuses on internal and external injuries sustained in battle."

"Okay, it's alright now." Shiyu then dispelled the Summoning Technique.

"As expected, even using Katsuyu couldn't save Kimimaro. I wonder if using Yang Release Chakra can cure him?" Shiyu then injected a trace of Yang Release Chakra into Kimimaro's body. Kimimaro's vital signs became more obvious, and his Bloodline Disease was significantly reduced.

"It seems to be working. However, Yang Release Chakra can only slowly expel the necrotic cells in his body. Removing the Bloodline Disease cannot be accomplished in a short time. But if Kimimaro can be healthy and unleash his full power, Kimimaro will be invincible," Shiyu thought.

Orochimaru was shocked. Shiyu had only touched Kimimaro a moment ago, and Kimimaro had already recovered considerably, which was truly unbelievable to Orochimaru.

Seeing Orochimaru's surprised expression, Shiyu explained, "This is Yang Release Chakra, a part of the Ten-Tails that the Sage of Six Paths used to separate it. I'll have you study it for me later, so there's no need to rush."

"Our mission is to truly change the entire Shinobi World. If you want to live forever, or even learn all Ninjutsu, it's absolutely possible with me. I won't be as old-fashioned as the Third Hokage. Orochimaru, do your best! I believe in you!" Shiyu patted Orochimaru on the shoulder, giving him a sense of encouragement and a promising future.

Just then, Shiyu suddenly had a bad feeling. Shiyu possessed the Six Paths power, so he rarely had such a bad feeling, but whenever he did, something was definitely going to happen.

"Orochimaru is taking Kimimaro and heading to the Mizukage Building at top speed! I have a bad feeling, and my premonitions are usually very accurate! Something must have happened!" Immediately afterward, Shiyu rushed towards Kirigakure at an extremely fast speed.

On the way, Shiyu encountered Kirigakure, a ninja from Kirigakure.

At this moment, Qing also looked flustered, and came to Shiyu alone.

"Lord Shiyu! Lord Shiyu! Something terrible has happened! Kirigakure has been attacked by a group of people wearing long robes with black backgrounds and red clouds! Yagura and Genji are no match for them!" Ao exclaimed.

"Did they say who they were? And why did they let you leave on their own initiative?" Shiyu also found the suspicious points in the question.

"They claimed that we were only able to escape because of the bloody battle fought by several members of the Kirigakure Village," Ao said, drenched in sweat, but he didn't seem to be lying.

"It seems you're right, then you were just being used by someone else." Shiyu then quickly grabbed Ao, and lightning suddenly erupted from his body. Immediately afterward, Shiyu swiftly used his meteor sword to cut the barely visible Chakra Threads behind Ao.

Ao felt a shiver run through his body, not understanding Shiyu's intentions, while Shiyu began to explain to Ao.

"Your body is covered in the enemy's Explosive Clay, and Chakra Threads have been secretly placed on you. If you're not careful, the enemy will control you and use you to attack me, and you might even become a human bomb." Shiyu's words terrified Ao.

"If I'm not mistaken, there are two enemies nearby: Scorpion of the Red Sand, the puppet genius artist, and Deidara, the explosive artist! Am I right? Two artists!?" Shiyu's words were very respectful, yet he also demonstrated his strength, which made it clear that the two didn't dislike him.

"Haha! So Kirigakure does have some sensible ninjas after all? But you're still wrong about one thing. How can this red-haired guy be considered an artist?" A blond ninja stepped forward; he looked quite young.

"You blond brat, what do you know about art? Only what is eternal and unchanging is art; what is fleeting will never be remembered." The red-haired ninja also stepped forward.

"Damn it! Art is beauty that bursts forth in an instant! You know, Art is an Explosion!"

The blond-haired ninja is naturally Deidara, and the red-haired ninja is naturally Scorpion of the Red Sand. The fact that the two of them are here means that Kirigakure must have been attacked suddenly.

"It seems you two have joined Akatsuki Organization. Actually, I was once a member of Akatsuki Organization, and I was even a veteran. However, I had different ideas from that guy named Tobi, so I was kicked out in the end. That guy doesn't understand art at all, so how could he order you around?" Shiyu were a divisive tactic, but they only earned him ridicule from the two of them.

"Hahaha! Tobi? He's just a newbie, how could he possibly order us around? You're not kidding us, are you?" Deidara was very wary, and he had already started chewing the Explosive Clay in his hand.

"You're saying Tobi is just a clueless guy, but our Akatsuki Organization is truly dedicated to the future of the Shinobi World. You don't even know our leader?" Sasori probed.

"I see. So your leader now must be Pain, right? Sigh, actually the real mastermind is Tobi, but he's just putting on an act. There's nothing I can do if you don't believe me." Shiyu waved his hand and said, "So you want to capture me now?"

"Yeah! Got you? Let's chat some more, drink!" Deidara, having already conjured a large white centipede, attacked from behind Shiyu.