The bone-deep pain made Hizashi grit his teeth and let out a beastlike howl.
Turning him into a Man-Eating Demon was also something Muzan had considered repeatedly.
Not only was the other man's body on the verge of death, but Muzan needed to collect different Bloodline Limits. Moreover, during the battle, Hizashi had witnessed the abnormalities of his body. All things considered, turning him into a Man-Eating Demon was the best choice.
On top of that, Hizashi was no weakling. After turning him into a Man-Eating Demon, Muzan intended to place him in Konoha to gather intelligence.
As a member of one of Konoha's great clans, although he belonged to the Branch House, one should not forget that the clan head was his biological older brother, and the two had an excellent relationship.
The transformation process was extremely fast. Under Muzan's control, no major risks arose.
Looking at the wound on his abdomen that had already healed, Hizashi felt that power as well. A cold, sinister sensation spread throughout his body, accompanied by an intense hunger.
"Congratulations. You succeeded."
Muzan extended a hand in invitation. At the same time, his hat slipped off, revealing his face. Pale skin, blood-red eyes, and the bright moon behind him—then he added:
"Welcome to our organization, Blood Moon!"
"From today onward, you are Lower Rank Five of the Twelve Kizuki."
At that moment, Hizashi was still utterly stunned. He had heard of the Blood Moon Organization and the Twelve Kizuki. This organization had once attacked Kirigakure and fought the Mizukage.
He had never expected Muzan before him to be the famed Crimson Moon.
As for joining the organization, Hizashi did not mind. What concerned him now was the Caged Bird on his forehead. It was a curse that targeted the nerves; once activated, it