The Six Paths level of strength is enough for crushing, why would a plan be needed?

Konan nervously supported Pain at her side, her eyes filled with worry. Pain was her comrade-in-arms and a vital figure in her heart; she absolutely could not let him fall here.

"Pain, are you alright?" Konan asked softly, her voice laced with concern.

Pain shook his head slightly. His face was somewhat pale, yet his gaze remained firm. "I am fine, Konan."

He replied in a low voice; though his body trembled, his tone carried an unquestionable resolve.

Konan had thought that when facing Uchiha Ruri's violent Kirin ninjutsu, Pain had died in that instant.

Kisame Hoshigaki walked over, his face unusually pale, his eyes revealing an indescribable heaviness.

But unlike the others, even amidst such emotions, his stride remained steady, and he exuded a dignity that could not be underestimated.

Just moments ago, he had witnessed his comrade-in-arms of many years, Juzo, killed in a single strike by Uchiha Ruri with lightning speed.

That scene was undoubtedly a massive blow to him, but years of combat experience and a cold, ruthless nature allowed him to quickly adjust his state.

He walked up to Pain and Konan, took a deep breath, and said calmly in his signature raspy voice: "Pain, Konan, it seems our opponent this time is extremely powerful."

Pain nodded slightly, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes: "Indeed, Kisame. The strength of this enemy exceeds our imagination."

"How could such a powerful person exist in the ninja world?" Konan's voice revealed disbelief and deep shock.

In the battle just now, she had witnessed with her own eyes Uchiha Ruri single-handedly and easily defeat Pain's strongest technique.

That overwhelming power and speed made it impossible for her to even track Uchiha Ruri's movements.

She had once thought herself strong enough, but facing Uchiha Ruri now, she realized just how small and powerless she truly was.

"A strong enemy has arrived, and you should have consulted with me instead of mindlessly fighting a powerful foe. Pain, you were being foolish."

Obito's voice suddenly rang out, breaking the surrounding silence.

He appeared at that moment, his figure slowly emerging from the void as if he had traveled through space and time.

Hearing Obito's voice, Pain and Konan were stunned. They turned to look and saw Obito wearing a black robe, his face covered by that iconic orange mask, his eyes revealing a cold and firm light.

His appearance seemed to bring a glimmer of hope to this desperate battlefield.

Obito looked at Pain and Konan and continued: "I know you wanted to avenge Juzo, and I know you are shocked and feel powerless against that stranger's strength. But impulse and recklessness will only lead us into deeper trouble. When facing such a strong enemy, we need calm and strategy, not mindless brute force."

Hearing Obito's words, a complex emotion surged in Pain's heart.

He knew Obito was right; he had indeed been too impulsive and reckless.

But he also understood that the appearance of Uchiha "Madara" was not to blame them, but to help them face this powerful enemy together.

Konan also felt the powerful aura and determination radiating from "Madara," and that unfathomable strength made her feel a sense of awe. She knew clearly.

"Madara" was a ninja of immense wisdom and strength, and every appearance of his was accompanied by major changes.

At this moment, his addition would undoubtedly greatly enhance their combat power and bring a new dynamic to the battle.

"Madara, you are right." Pain took a deep breath and said slowly, "We do need calm and strategy; we cannot act blindly as we did before."

Obito nodded slightly in agreement: "Very well, Pain. Let us reformulate our plan now."

As he spoke, he turned to look at Konan: "Konan, do you have any knowledge of that enemy's ninjutsu? We need to gather as much information about him as possible to devise an effective combat strategy."

Konan pondered for a moment and replied: "His right eye has a Mangekyo Sharingan, and his left eye is a Rinnegan with six tomoe."

This description caused everyone present to tremble, especially Obito.

Upon hearing this, Obito's brows furrowed slightly, and an inexplicable agitation surged in his heart.

The Mangekyo Sharingan was an extremely rare and powerful Kekkei Genkai within the Uchiha Clan, while the Rinnegan was the legendary eye possessed only by the Sage of Six Paths, holding the ultimate power over life and death.

For these two types of eyes to appear on one person simultaneously was an unprecedented miracle, and it signaled that the stranger possessed unimaginable power.

The Rinnegan—besides Madara, there is another person who possesses the Rinnegan. Who exactly is this? Obito was filled with suspense deep down; a variable had appeared in the Eye of the Moon plan, which caught him completely off guard.

He took a deep breath, struggling to calm his inner shock. He knew he had to adapt to this new situation as quickly as possible and re-evaluate the stranger's strength and threat level.

At the same time, he realized that this battle would be far more difficult and dangerous than they had previously imagined.

"It seems our previous plan needs some adjustments," Obito said slowly. "Someone possessing both the Mangekyo Sharingan and the Rinnegan is undoubtedly an extremely powerful opponent. We need to be more cautious and meticulous in formulating our combat strategy to have any chance of defeating him."

Pain and Konan nodded silently; they knew Obito was right. Facing such a powerful enemy, they could no longer act blindly as they had before.

Just as the members of Akatsuki were immersed in their serious discussion, a Kusanagi Sword shimmering with cold light suddenly tore through the air, moving with astonishing speed and power, its tip pointed directly at the center of the group.

The black flames on the blade seemed to have a life of their own, leaping and roaring, emitting a terrifying aura that made one's heart palpitate.

The group was startled and leaped away to dodge, fearing they would be wounded by the ninja tool.

"I seem to have heard someone foolishly talking about formulating a plan to fight me?"

A cold and majestic voice rang out among the members of Akatsuki, sounding like a mockery from another world.

Everyone was shocked and looked up in unison, only to see Uchiha Ruri appear instantly before Obito, Pain, and the others.

That figure exuded a suffocating pressure, as if the entire space were under his control.

His gaze was deep and cold, as if he were looking at a group of ants. Feeling this powerful aura, Obito, Pain, and the others felt their hearts sink. They knew this sudden opponent was no ordinary person.

"Does Six Paths-level strength require your boring plans to defeat me?" Uchiha Ruri's figure continued to mock, his tone filled with disdain and contempt.

In his eyes, these so-called members of Akatsuki were simply not worthy of being his opponents, and their plans were utterly ridiculous.

Obito, Pain, and the others exchanged glances, seeing the gravity and determination in each other's eyes.