Nagato's death, an angel's broken wings

Rumble!

The roar of the water and the loud explosions mingled together, making it impossible to tell which sound drowned out the other; all that could be heard was a constant, deafening ringing in one's ears.

"Even the terrain has been altered?" Konan stood on the waves, her eyes widening slightly.

Animal Path appeared in front of Nagato in a flash, formed hand Hand Seals, and slammed them onto the water's surface, causing a huge cloud of white mist to explode.

A three-legged Yatagarasu burst out of the thick fog, and Nagato and Konan, standing behind Yatagarasu, took off into the air.

The surging waves rolled past, Pain's Six Paths's body, which remained on the surface of the water, swayed up and down with the rise and fall of the current.

"The Tailed Beast Mui, the real deal." Nagato looked at Kisame expressionlessly, the massive volume of water covering an area of several miles in radius.

The original Forest and open space have now been submerged by a huge Lake.

Splash!

The rolling waves splashed a spray that hit Itachi's toes. If Kisame couldn't be Genjutsu in the Kisame immediately...

Defeating Kisame will become extremely troublesome.

Having worked together for so long, the two have a general understanding of each other's abilities.

Kisame was wary of Itachi's Sharingan, while Itachi was alert to Samehada in Kisame's hand.

Nagato did not trust Itachi; his intention was to have Itachi and Kisame both severely injured, so that Nagato could clean up the mess in his prime.

At that point, it won't matter whether Itachi says something that satisfies him or not.

Itachi knew Nagato's plans, so he couldn't possibly attack Kisame without holding back. The Akatsuki Organization was just an organization he had infiltrated after leaving Konoha.

Whether or not they can remain as spies is no longer important.

For a moment, the two sides, no, the three sides, were locked in a stalemate, with Nagato and Konan gaining air superiority from the back of Yatagarasu.

Below them, the Pain's Six Paths watched intently, not launching a full-scale attack, but simply coordinating with Itachi's movements to attack Kisame.

After the Genjutsu failed, Itachi only used a Fire Release Ninjutsu combined with Shuriken as a test, and then there was no further movement.

As for Kisame, who was attacked from both sides, he spared no expense in using a large amount of chakra to turn the area into water, and his purpose was obvious.

Given that he lacks advantages in Ninjutsu and Genjutsu, he needs to create an advantage himself; in other words, he needs a favorable location.

He transformed the Plain and Forest into water, so that his Water Release could suppress Itachi's Fire Release.

A strong wind howled, stirring up a huge wave that surged into the distance, and a Big Tree, several spans in circumference, swirled and sank into the water.

Itachi noticed this and his eyes narrowed slightly. He saw that there were several Sharks hiding in the water!

Using the floating dead Kusagakure their bodies, they slowly approach their prey, and once they find an opportunity, they swallow it whole.

"Kisame's Summoning Beast." Itachi pursed his lips and remained silent, then naturally leaped backward, landing on a withered tree floating on the water.

Although a Big Tree floating in the water is of little use against a ferocious Sharks.

But it's good that it can provide some buffer; at least it prevents a direct attack from Sharks underwater.

Thanks to the Sharingan's keen perception, the Sharks lurking in the water posed little threat to Itachi.

Just then, a strange black shadow appeared on the water's surface.

Silently.

Itachi slowly approached the tree trunk where it was, its attention focused on Kisame, seemingly unaware of the approaching shadow behind it.

Whoosh!

Suddenly, a burst of water erupted, and a figure leaped out of the water behind Itachi!

A black arm holding a sharp Kunai wrapped around Itachi's neck, the sharp Kunai against his carotid artery.

With just a slight movement of the wrist, the sharp Kunai severed the itachi's carotid artery!

"Itachi, you really betrayed Tōka!" Black Zetsu clung to Itachi's back like a leech, his gloomy voice revealing a chilling killing intent.

He seemed very angry because Itachi had betrayed Tōka, and would Kunai his kunai without mercy at Tōka's command.

The sound of splashing Water Walking filled the air, and everyone looked in the direction of the sound to see Tōka walking over with his hands in his pockets.

The Yatagarasu circled in the air, with Nagato and Konan in advantageous positions, giving them a clear view of everything on the water below.

"At this time, in this place," Konan pursed her lips and pondered for a moment, then continued, "They're probably here for us."

Nagato raised his eyelids slightly but remained silent. All he needed to do now was concentrate on getting his body into the best fighting condition.

They've come with ill intentions!

"Forget it, Black Zetsu." Tōka smiled faintly, stopping ten steps behind Itachi. "You're no match for him."

Besides, you never intended to show your true abilities.

Use Kunai to deal with Itachi?

It's not that Kunai n't hurt Itachi, but using Kunai to hold Itachi hostage is just... too fake!

If Black Zetsu were to launch a sneak attack, and the Kunai hesitation, Tōka would actually think that Black Zetsu genuinely intended to kill Itachi.

They sneaked up behind Itachi, intending to take him hostage.

"Is that really true? Itachi is in my hands!" Black Zetsu squinted, speaking with a smug tone like an idiot.

Tōka was speechless at Black Zetsu's acting skills, which he considered completely unnecessary.

Tōka was certain that no one knew Black Zetsu better than him.

That guy isn't his real body.

As soon as Tōka finished speaking, Itachi, who was trapped in Black Zetsu's arm, inexplicably swelled up, like an inflated balloon.

Black Zetsu's pupils contracted, and the other half of its white body immediately melted into a liquid state, rapidly surging towards the black body.

Boom!

With a loud explosion, the force of the impact sent Black Zetsu's body flying instantly, leaving only half of his black body arcing through the air.

With a splash, Black Zetsu's body slammed heavily into the water, creating a large wave.

"His acting is terrible, and he always tries to act all high and mighty." Tōka curled her lip, secretly despising him in her heart.

With a splash, a figure broke through the water and emerged; it was Kisame, carrying Samehada, standing beside Tōka.

Facing three Kage-level at the same time, it would be a lie to say that Kisame felt no pressure.

Tōka's arrival was like a shot in the arm for Kisame. He was originally prepared to risk everything, but who would want to die if they could live?

"Tōka, what brings you here?" Deva Path's cold voice rang out, harsh yet direct.

"Hmm..." Tōka squinted and pondered for a moment, then let out a series of nasal sounds, before grinning.

He began, "If I tell you, will you do it?"

The seemingly idiotic question is actually a sarcastic jab at Nagato's stupidity.

Regardless of whether Tōka's words are true or not, even if they were true, Nagato would never believe them. Deva Path's question is essentially a waste of time.

Nagato's face darkened immediately upon hearing this, realizing the contempt in Tōka's words. Before he could speak, Tōka's light, airy voice rang out again.

"However, I've decided to tell you anyway!"

Just as everyone's attention was focused on Tōka, a faint, ethereal Phantom suddenly appeared behind Yatagarasu.

The Phantom hand silently reached out and grabbed at Konan's shoulder.

At this moment, Tōka, who had deliberately paused, flashed a triumphant smile in her eyes, "Of course I'm here to take back what's rightfully mine!"

"Your things?" Nagato's eyes narrowed dangerously.

The Rinnegan did not belong to Nagato, nor to Tōka, but was awakened by Uchiha Madara after obtaining the power of Hashirama Senju at the moment of his death.

Uchiha Madara entrusted the Rinnegan to a brat from the Vortex.

Tōka's purpose in saying this was very simple: to distract Nagato!

Shock!

The Phantom's hand pressed down on Konan's shoulder, and a mysterious aura suddenly surged out, with Dark Green halo flickering between its palms.

When Konan felt the hand on her shoulder, less than a breath later, a tremendous change occurred within her body.

A persistent feeling of weakness and soreness washed over me, and countless black Vortex flashed before my eyes.

Her strength was waning, and it seemed as if she would collapse to the ground at any moment!

Upon seeing Nagato, Nagato quickly extended his hand, and a Black Orbs the size of a thumb condensed in his palm, instantly unleashing Attractive Force field.

"Konan, how are you?" Nagato snatched Konan away and asked with concern.

At the same time, the three beings from the Deva Path, Preta Path, and Hell Path Body Flicker Technique appeared behind Yatagarasu, forming a line to separate the eerie Phantom from Konan Nagato.

Nagato reached out and pressed down on Konan's wrist, feeling a faint pulse. His tense face relaxed slightly.

He pulled the unconscious Konan into his arms and Nagato before raising his head to look ahead.

"She's not in immediate danger; I simply expelled most of her chakra from her body."

As Tōka's clear, cold voice rang out, the Phantom gradually solidified, transforming into Tōka's appearance.

"In addition, a technique within her body was activated."

"What did you do to Konan?" Nagato's brow twitched. From the strange look in Tōka's eyes, he sensed a conspiracy.

Is it aimed at Konan, or at him?

Nagato grabbed Konan's wrist, his chakra flowing through her meridians as he examined Konan body...

Sudden!

Nagato's expression suddenly changed drastically. He discovered a strangely stable mass of chakra in the center of Konan's chest.

The key point is that this mass of chakra was less than three fingers' width away from Konan's heart.

The heartbeat does not touch the chakra pool, and the chakra pool is so stable that it does not touch the beating heart.

That's how it usually is, but as Tōka just said, he activated a technique within Konan's body!

The chakra cluster became active, like a time bomb planted inside Konan, ready to explode at any moment!

"You seem to have noticed!" Nagato couldn't hide his true feelings when it came to anything involving Konan.

He loved Konan and vowed to protect Konan for life. But in the end, Konan's life was in the hands of the enemy, and he became a laughingstock.

Nagato didn't care about other people's opinions, much less their ridicule.

However, he knew that if he didn't undo the technique and at least stabilize the chakra pool again, Konan would definitely die!

A putrid stench emanated from the air.

Nagato had already guessed what was wrapped in the chakra, but he was unsure, or rather, unwilling to believe his own judgment.

Until Tōka's voice reached his ears, it shattered the last line of defense in his heart!

"Just as you thought, I planted the All-Killing Ash Bones inside her!" Tōka was confident that Nagato would give in; if it were just him alone, he might fight to the death.

But when it comes to the most important person in his life, Nagato's resolve wouldn't be so firm.

Upon hearing the words "All-Killing Ash Bones, "Nagato's eyes narrowed, and his dark face seemed to drip water, appearing terrifyingly gloomy!

"But you can rest assured, as long as you are enveloped by my chakra, the All-Killing Ash Bones ability will not activate."

"Therefore, I said Konan is not in immediate danger."

High in the sky, the air moved rapidly, forming a visible whirlwind that swept in from afar.

Tōka's robes fluttered in the wind, the sound of which blurred his voice.

His words reached Nagato's ears very clearly, an undisguised threat: to control Nagato by using Konan's life!

Nagato's eyes were bloodshot, and a crimson blush stained his clear black and white pupils.

If looks could kill, Tōka would probably be riddled with holes by now.

However, Tōka didn't care about Nagato's gaze. In terms of Dojutsu, he was far superior to Nagato, and in terms of Dojutsu, his Eternal Tenseigan was even better than the Rinnegan!

"So what do you plan to do?" Tōka was eager to know what Nagato would choose.

Will he fight regardless of Konan's life or death, or will he give everything for the most important person, even his life...?

Nagato pursed his lips, all the muscles in his body tensing up.

Konan's chakra became increasingly active. If Tōka wasn't lying to her, that special chakra... if it continued to remain in its released state...

I am afraid...

A putrid odor emanated, growing from a wisp to a strand, gradually intensifying and stimulating Nagato's nerves.

He could clearly sense the aura of the All-Killing Ash Bones.

None of this was a dream; it was real. Konan was really lying in his arms, All-Killing Ash Bones were really buried inside her body.

What do you want to do?

With a deep, hoarse voice tinged with defeat, Nagato took a deep breath and slowly closed his eyes.

Nagato dared not look at Tōka again; even a single glance would make him want to kill the man before him!

Tōka tilted her head, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes.

A suspicious nature is essential for a schemer; theoretically, Nagato could give up everything for Konan, even his life.

But when the moment actually arrives, when faced with a choice...

Nagato Tōka do, so he came prepared for battle.

Although Tōka doesn't consider Nagato a match for him...

"Just help me revive one person." Tōka was well aware of the power of the Rinnegan; killing Nagato was not difficult, but subduing and controlling him would be very troublesome.

Why Budong your brain to avoid trouble?

Although he was seen as a treacherous fellow by his enemies, history is written by the victors.

Upon hearing this, Nagato suddenly opened his eyes, and he could tell from Tōka's eyes that he was not lying to him.

"Resurrect someone..." I vaguely remember Tōka making such a request.

At the time, Nagato didn't pay much attention, because Nagato thought the request was just a Tōka from Touka.

Tōka stood lazily not far away; he had plenty of time, but Konan couldn't wait much longer.

Nagato lowered his head and remained silent, but the arms around the lovely girl in his arms tightened little by little, as if he was afraid that she would disappear in an instant.

The air was frozen, so oppressive it was hard to breathe.

Silence...

After an unknown amount of time, Nagato opened his mouth and uttered a labored "jigae".

"Who?" Nagato knew that the person Tōka wanted to revive was not so simple, but he couldn't just abandon Konan like this.

He swore... he would never let Konan suffer any harm!

The faint sound was scattered by the strong wind, and the howling wind blew incessantly. If Tōka hadn't spotted the movement of Nagato's lips, the sound would have been lost.

He thought it was just his imagination...