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There's a murderous aura about him!

Kisame's heart tightened, and he subconsciously lowered his body to gather his strength. Then, he channeled his chakra into his legs, and his muscles erupted with tremendous power!

Bang!

The ground beneath Kisame's feet cracked open once more, and he used the force to bounce back and leap into the air.

At the same time, his hands flew around, forming Hand Seals in a blur.

Yin-Chou-Shen-Mao-Zi-Hai-You-Chou-Wu-Xu-Yin-Xu-Yin-Si-Chou-Shen-Mao!

Chakra gathers and forms a hand seal to activate the Jutsu Formula!

"Water Release: Great Waterfall Technique!"

A wave more than ten meters high came from the sea, forming Waterfall that filled the entire screen and rushed towards the shore.

The Jutsu Formula was so wide that it not only covered the Battlefield of Kisame and his group, but also included the Kirigakure Ninja Elite Squad B had already reached the halfway point of the mountain!

"This guy's chakra reserves..."

Is it a monster?

The group of Kirigakure Ninja looked astonished, and even their dodging movements were a beat slow.

Hozuki Mangetsu's heart tightened, and he quickly seeped into the sand and stones. Although the impact of the Great Waterfall Technique could not harm him, Hozuki Mangetsu hated the salty taste of seawater.

Kisame's attention was entirely focused on the water droplets directly below him; he remembered that there hadn't been any water stains there before!

Upon seeing Hozuki Mangetsu, now infused with water, blend into the sand, Kisame immediately guessed his true opponent this time!

"The Hozuki Clan's Water Transformation Technique!"

Hidden in the shadows as a trump card, their strength is at least above that of two Elite Squad!

In other words, the powerful members of the Hozuki Clan who came were at least at the Kage Level.

Currently, besides Hozuki Mangetsu, Kisame can't think of anyone else among the Kage-level that the Hozuki Clan can deploy!

Splash!

A massive wave crashed over, washing the ravaged land once more.

The coastline fell into a deathly silence.

Kisame flipped and landed, gripping Samehada with one hand and supporting himself on the ground with the other, kneeling on one knee with his body leaning forward.

It can attack or defend, and can unleash its power instantly to enter a state of high-speed movement at any time.

A gurgling sound came from the rising of bubbles.

A pool of clear water seeped out from the sand, then inflated like a balloon, transforming into the shape of Hozuki Mangetsu.

"It really is you! Hozuki Mangetsu!" Kisame stared at Hozuki Mangetsu with a chilling gaze, while his hands clenched Samehada even tighter.

Hozuki Mangetsu possesses Scroll that can summon Seven Ninja Blades, and he is also proficient in using Seven Ninja Blades, making him an absolute genius.

Kisame was well aware of his own limitations; facing Hozuki Mangetsu, who was immune to physical attacks by his Water Transformation Technique, his chances of winning were less than 10%.

"You guys go support Team B, I'll take care of Kisame!" Hozuki Mangetsu waved his hand, signaling the Kirigakure Ninja Elite Squad A, to leave.

"Yes!" Sugita Kouhei sheathed his Tachi and was the first to disappear in a flash.

Whoosh whoosh!!

Three more dark figures darted out, Kirigakure Ninja Elite Squad A, quickly disengaged from Kisame and Hozuki Mangetsu's Battlefield.

The sea breeze howled, and the waves relentlessly crashed against the rocks.

The shattered waves were pure white, crystal clear, like beautiful glass beads.

A chilling atmosphere permeated the air, and the entire coastline was gripped by the eve of a terrible, brewing storm.

"As a member of the Mizukage Guard, why did you become Rogue Ninja?" Hozuki Mangetsu stared at Kisame's forehead Forehead Protector, the scratch that ran across the Kirigakure chart particularly glaring.

"Tell me, Kisame!!"

Hozuki Mangetsu extended his right hand, his palm loosely clenched, and a strangely shaped large sword appeared in his hand.

Explosive Blade - Shibuki!

A blade perfectly integrated with the explosion.

The swordsmanship possesses explosive power, making it extremely lethal. The Exploding Blade Technique throws Scroll of Exploding Blade Shibuki around the enemy, causing a large-scale explosion from which there is no escape.

Hozuki Mangetsu waved the Shibuki in his hand and hurled it fiercely at Kisame.

Kisame possesses the ability to absorb enemy chakra, and his large size also makes him suitable for defense. Therefore, Hozuki Mangetsu summons the Exploding Blade: Shibuki, which can attack indiscriminately over a wide area!

A massive blade, imbued with a violent aura, came crashing down upon him, causing even Kisame, with his cold and indifferent nature, to tense up involuntarily.

The Exploding Blade: Shibuki attack is equivalent to countless Explosive Tag exploding at the same point.

Its power is not as simple as one plus one equals.

"Speak up, Kisame!" Hozuki Mangetsu roared furiously, the force of the Shibuki flying from his hands suddenly doubling!

"Hmph!" Kisame disdains to answer Hozuki Mangetsu's question.

Putting aside the circumstances at the time, even the Fourth Mizukage, Yakura his Tailed Beast Transformation, was sliced in two by Tōka in one move. What power did he have to face such a powerful enemy?

Furthermore, although Kisame is extremely bloodthirsty and cold-blooded, he cannot agree with Yakura's Blood Mist Policy.

Tōka reveals the power of the Tenseigan with Senjutsu Chakra, making Kisame realize what a true powerhouse is.

When facing a strong opponent, you need a heart that dares to challenge them. When you can only look up to an opponent you cannot defeat, look up at their back, not at their cold eyes!

Water Release: Exploding Water Colliding Wave!

Kisame knew about Shibuki's abilities; to confront him head-on would be foolish. He Hand Seals and his chest bulged.

After taking a deep breath, it opened its mouth and exhaled a huge stream of water, with an exaggerated flow rate enough to form an artificial Lake!

Hozuki Mangetsu intended to kill Kisame with a single blow, but was powerless against the massive water current.

If he hadn't used the Water Transformation Technique, he probably wouldn't have Kisame before being swept to the other side of the river.

Rumble!!

As the floodwaters receded, Kisame, his feet imbued with chakra, stood atop the churning Lake, his height increasing by more than ten feet.

It wasn't that Kisame had grown taller, but rather that the water beneath his feet had raised the ground level where his feet were positioned!

"As expected of a tailless Tailed Beast, such a massive amount of chakra..." Hozuki Mangetsu gradually emerged from the enormous stream of water, staring intently at Kisame.

The opponent he thought he could easily defeat turned out to be a challenge for him.

Hozuki Mangetsu stared intently at Kisame, his grip on the Bakuto: Shibuki tightening.

"Enough nonsense! Come here and let me cut you off!" Kisame grinned and roared, his massive chakra overflowing and driving him into a frenzied state.

Kisame's hands trembled, and even Samehada, which he was gripping tightly, shook.

It wasn't out of fear, but out of genuine excitement!

Even someone as powerful as Tōka, who was so awe-inspiring, was no match for Kisame. And Hozuki Mangetsu, standing before them, was also an existence so powerful that it was difficult to defeat.

However, Kisame is not entirely without a chance.

At this moment, Kisame completely mad. He stuck out his tongue and licked his sharp fangs, revealing an impulsive and bloodthirsty look.

While Samehada's physical attacks have no effect on Hozuki Mangetsu, Samehada's most unique feature is its ability to absorb the enemy's chakra!

Once Hozuki Mangetsu's Samehada, he will no longer be able to use the Water Transformation Technique!

Kisame tilted his body slightly, then unleashed a terrifying force with his legs, creating a large splash on the water beneath his feet.

Call out!

Kisame's body shot out like a speedboat on the water, its speed so great that the water in its path receded to the sides.

"Hmph, you want to cut me?" Hozuki Mangetsu grinned coldly, neither dodging nor avoiding, and swung his Shibuki directly upwards to meet the attack head-on!

The greatsword, engraved with runes, resembled a gigantic, limitless Explosive Tag.

Kisame, suspended in mid-air, lowered his body and forced it to fall prematurely, landing firmly on the water's surface and creating a large splash.

Water droplets appeared before their eyes like a curtain of rain, obscuring most of their vision.

Kisame seized the opportunity to dodge the Shibuki that Hozuki Mangetsu was desperately trying to slash upwards, and with a twist of his hands, his Samehada, with its Samehada standing upright, bypassed the Exploding Blade and slashed towards Hozuki Mangetsu's abdomen.

Splash!

Water Transformation Technique, Hozuki Mangetsu's body instantly turned into a puddle of water the moment Samehada sliced through him, thus dodging Samehada's attack.

The attack was dodged, Kisame didn't get angry; instead, he laughed, staring at the water stains on Samehada with a look of satisfaction.

"Hmph, I caught you!"

"..." Hozuki Mangetsu, transformed into a stream of water, moved rapidly backward, and then slowly emerged from the water, revealing a gloomy expression.

A significant amount of chakra was absorbed from Samehada...

Hozuki Mangetsu expressionlessly withdrew his Exploding Blade: Shibuki, then clasped his hands together as an unusual surge of chakra coursed through his body.

Kisame's expression changed slightly. He had personally witnessed the scene when Hozuki Mangetsu summoned the Seven Ninja Blades.

A strange sensation came from the Samehada in my hand, as if it would disappear from my palm at any moment.

"Damn it!" Kisame gritted his teeth, veins bulging on his neck, and gripped Samehada with increasing force, but he couldn't stop Samehada from trembling violently.

As Hozuki Mangetsu's chakra overflowed, Samehada trembled more and more violently!

Bang!

A puff of White Smoke exploded in Kisame's palm, and he immediately realized that his hand was empty. Looking closely, he saw that Samehada, which he had been holding tightly in his hand, had disappeared.

At the same time, a cloud of White Smoke rose in front of Hozuki Mangetsu, a cold smile appearing on his lips as he reached his Ape Arm into the White Smoke.

With a whoosh, a heavy, barbed sword was pulled out, slicing through the thick fog to reveal the true form of the Samehada!

"What you relied on now belongs to me!" Hozuki Mangetsu, holding the Samehada, stared at Kisame with a mocking expression.

In Hozuki Mangetsu's view, Kisame was only able to fight him because of Samehada.

However, Kisame suddenly covered his forehead and burst into laughter.

"Are you sure it really belongs to you?" A sinister voice rang out, Kisame stared at Hozuki Mangetsu with a strange expression.

"What?" Hozuki Mangetsu's heart skipped a beat, and an ominous premonition arose within him.

Samehada...

Clang clang clang!!

Countless barbs stood up on the handle, Hozuki Mangetsu's hand instantly shattered into a puddle of water.

After Samehada devoured a portion of Hozuki Mangetsu, it spiritually twirled in the air, circled once, and returned to Kisame's hand.

"Your methods are outdated!" Kisame stared intently at Hozuki Mangetsu. Although Samehada hadn't injured him, the two chakra absorptions were enough!

"What did you say?!" Hozuki Mangetsu's hand reformed, and he glared at Kisame with a grim expression.

"I am the only master of Samehada!" Kisame roared, swinging his Samehada and charging forward in one step.

Samehada soared high into the air, and with Kisame's leap, all the power in his body was poured into Samehada!

Die!

Samehada tore through the air, emitting a mournful, ghostly howl.

Hozuki Mangetsu was taken aback at first, then revealed a look of disdain. Knowing full well that physical attacks were ineffective against him, why was he still launching such a direct, forceful attack?

Samehada pierced through the air, accompanied by a whistling sound.

"Idiot!" Hozuki Mangetsu scoffed, a mocking smile on his face, while secretly Hand Seals, intending to finish Kisame off in one move!

Kisame swung Samehada with all his might, the greatsword falling straight at Hozuki Mangetsu.

Hozuki Mangetsu stood still, neither dodging nor avoiding, his Jutsu Formula secretly completed. His eyes narrowed slightly, and a sharp light burst forth!

"Water Release..."

Sudden!

Just as Hozuki Mangetsu was about to unleash his Secret Technique, a crackling sound of lightning erupted, causing a ripple in the Void. Then, a figure wielding Lightning emerged from the depths of darkness.

Tōka placed one hand on Samehada's back, Samehada instantly retracted its raised barbs.

Infused with Lightning Release chakra, a mad killing intent flashed in Kisame's eyes; nothing excited him more than defeating a stronger opponent.

"Tear him apart, Samehada!"

"Drink! "Kisame's arms bulged with veins, his muscles bulging, and all his power was poured into Samehada.

Boom!!

Samehada slammed down hard, blasting Hozuki Mangetsu into a pile of water stains.

Lightning crackled, and even though Hozuki Mangetsu used the Water Transformation Technique at the crucial moment, the Lightning Release paralyzed him, preventing him from fully liquefying.

"Although I don't know many of the five elemental escaping techniques, I do know how to manipulate chakra attributes." Tōka smiled as he stared at Hozuki Mangetsu, who resembled a puddle of mud.

Did he let his guard down because Kisame's attacks couldn't hurt him?

What an arrogant and adorably foolish guy...

"You... you are..." Hozuki Mangetsu stared wide-eyed with difficulty. Tōka's appearance hadn't changed much, but his aura was completely different.

When Hozuki Mangetsu met Tōka in Konoha, he felt that Tōka possessed an unapproachable nobility.

But now, upon seeing Tōka again... Hozuki Mangetsu suddenly felt that the two were from completely different worlds.

The little devil before me inspired a deep sense of awe and reverence...

He's simply... a god!

"Well done, Kisame." Tōka glanced at Kisame indifferently and gave a lukewarm compliment.

"Hehe..." Kisame wiped the water stains from his face—seawater, rainwater, and sweat—and asked tentatively with a slight smile.

"I don't know, does this count as passing?"

Kisame naturally knew about Tōka's test, and also knew what Tōka needed as a pledge of allegiance.

The identity of a Rogue Ninja is not enough. What Tōka needs is tangible benefits and Kisame's genuine sincerity in betraying Kirigakure!

Upon hearing this, Tōka glanced at Kisame for a moment, then his gaze returned to Hozuki Mangetsu, who was in the Lightning Release.

Perhaps it still has some use value...

A thought One Flash Tōka's mind, and he figured out how to deal with the half-dead Hozuki Mangetsu.

Finally, she turned back to face Kisame, looking directly at him.

"Keep these safe. You need to learn the Jutsu Formula on the Scroll." Tōka flipped his palm, revealing a ring engraved with the character "Nan" and a Scroll, which he handed to Kisame.

The Akatsuki Southern Ring was originally kept by Black Zetsu, but now it has found its owner. After Kisame passed Tōka's test, the Akatsuki Southern Ring belongs to Kisame!

At this moment, Kisame truly became a member of Akatsuki, a full-fledged member! 46