The clash between Amaterasu, which is said to burn away everything, and Shinra Tensei, which repels everything, is decided in a matter of seconds.
The black flames dissipated, the repulsive force vanished, and scattered sparks drifted in all directions.
"Stop, Uchiha Huayue. Your power is not bad, but in front of the gods, you are still as insignificant as an ant."
"Abandon that useless Konoha and come to my side. Akatsuki will fulfill your true wish and bring peace to the entire Ninja World."
For a moment, Huayue was slightly taken aback. He was the one who had always fooled others, so why was he being fooled by others today?
Moreover, would the ants behind Nagato really allow him to join Akatsuki?
This is equivalent to an unsuspecting wealthy person brazenly displaying their treasure trove in front of a robber and telling the robber to trust the power of the law—it sounds ridiculous.
" Shinra Tensei, the eye technique of the Sage's Eye, are those eyes truly a match for your body?"
Before Nagato could react, his pupils contracted, and the red and white Demon Fox Mask appeared before his eyes.
"The time until your next ninjutsu is 5 seconds."
'Run! This guy isn't someone you can take care of while you're holding it in. Let's go! Wood Release: Wood Clone.'
With a soft thud, the figure in front of me was suddenly severed, and the Withered Tree wood scattered in all directions.
Whoosh whoosh!
A sudden whooshing sound came as countless Smoke Bomb exploded in mid-air, billowing purple smoke. Even Huayue was surprised by the amount of toxins contained within them.
"As expected of Granny Chiyo's grandson, someone who killed the Third Kazekage. Even I would need some time to prepare such a high-quality poison."
"Alright, marking complete. I won't let you get away so easily next time. Wind Release: Typhoon Pass!"
A strong wind swept in, and the billowing poisonous smoke dissipated completely. As the storm subsided, Hidan, who had been trapped to one side, shouted and screamed.
"Hey! Where did you guys go? Didn't you say you were going to let me join the organization? Come back and take me with you! You bunch of bastards!"
Hidan, Hidan like a maggot, turned his head, revealing a pair of black boots with Dark Red Bandage that hinted at blood.
"Immortality... This world truly has many interesting abilities. Are you qualified to become a part of my puzzle?"
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[ Character Check-in: Hidan ]
[Possible Abilities: Immortality, Sacrificial Ritual ( Jashin ), Curse - Death Controlling Possessed Blood...]
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[Faith Check-in: The Jashin's Follower ( Hidan )]
[You have obtained the exclusive term: Jashin's Gift ]
[ Jashin's Gift: You can sense the presence of those in your faith, bear the gaze of Jashin, and hear whispers in your ear—are they a gift or a curse? Who can say for sure?]
Suddenly, a faint murmur sounded in her ear. Just as Huayue was trying to hear clearly what the so-called murmur was, the sound in her ear turned into a plaintive and mournful lament.
[Exclusive Affix: During the event triggered by the Withered Tree, you automatically shifted your focus from the Jashin's whispers to a connection with the God Tree.]
[Gain exclusive entry for " Withered Tree Change"!]
You have acquired a new exclusive attribute: God Tree
[ God Tree: Your body is like God Tree, the source of all things in the universe, and also the god who will destroy the world!]
When the moment of change arrived, Huayue was slightly taken aback. The whispers and murmurs of all things echoed in her mind for a long time, and the woman hanging high in the sky was silently weeping.
"The legend is true! With everyone's blessings, the Rabbit Goddess gave birth to two children of her own. The power of faith created the Sage of Six Paths and his younger brother, Hamura..."
Although she didn't get the immortality attribute she wanted, she gained a deeper secret, one that was even enough for Huayue to touch the naive and innocent girl inside the seal.
At the same time, even Hidan, who wasn't very bright, sensed Huayue's aura, which became more profound and distant, and at one point resembled the Lord Jashin who had 'blessed' him.
"Hey, wait a minute, are you also a follower of the Lord Jashin? As a fellow believer, please spare my life. I'll help you with the next ritual..."
As they spoke, those exquisite and intricate eyes glanced at him, a hint of inexplicable mockery in them.
"I almost forgot, you, who have sacrificed countless lives for the Jashin, should understand my feelings about putting you on the operating table. Let's go back to your warm little home and spend the rest of our lives there."
"Damn it! Who wants to understand? I don't understand, I don't understand! I don't understand..."
Hidan, trapped in the Genjutsu world, fell into a deep sleep. Huayue turned and walked towards Konoha, in a cheerful mood.
The following evening, at Fugaku Uchiha Clan.
Pretending to be his usual self, Uchiha Itachi tried his best to keep his expression calm and not let his inner sadness show.
Knock knock knock!
Before Mikoto could open the door, several Uchiha clansmen entered the mansion, stood at the entrance, and shouted an unfriendly message.
" Uchiha Itachi, I know you're home. Come out."
Upon hearing that it was someone who had come to see him, Uchiha came out of the room and gestured for Sasuke to stay inside.
"Everyone, what's the matter?"
Upon seeing the main character appear, Uchiha Yashiro simply stared intently at Itachi and spoke each word clearly.
"Some time ago, Uchiha Shisui committed suicide on the Naka River, leaving behind a suicide note at home. Do you have any leads regarding this matter?"
The past he wanted to forget was brought up again, and Itachi frowned. He had never heard Shisui mention any will or suicide note.
Wait, could it be Danzo...?
"I don't know. I was on a mission that day. I'm sorry, there's nothing I can do about it."
His tone was polite and impeccable, yet even so, Uchiha Inabi interrupted again, pressing him relentlessly.
What mission are you undertaking?
With the tear tracks on his face becoming more and more obvious, Itachi twitched his fingers, his tone revealing a hint of dissatisfaction.
"It's a secret mission for the Anbu; I cannot disclose the details."
Who can prove it?
Upon hearing this, the anger suppressed deep within him spread like wildfire. Uchiha Itachi's tone was harsh, and his eyes were slightly unfriendly.
"Why don't you just say it directly? Are you suspecting that I killed Shisui?"
"That's right, we do suspect you. Uchiha Shisui is one of the clan's top experts, capable of executing any mission perfectly."
"Besides you, who else could get close to the unsuspecting Shisui!"
Before Itachi's eyes, the face of his clansmen, whom his dearest friend cherished, caused him a pang of pain, and a feeling of disgust churned in his stomach.
"Don't you know why we're here to find you? Ever since you joined the Anbu, your attitude towards your clansmen has become increasingly strange..."
"Enough! Why? Why are you all so blind to your own limitations?"
With lowered eyelids, the Three Tomoe, intertwined with blood and black, subtly shifted...