Shihōin Naraku held Kurikara, its pitch-black blade flashing across Orochimaru's neck before he could react.
A barely visible line of blood appeared.
"Uh..."
Thud!
His head fell off.
Orochimaru had not expected Shihōin Naraku to strike so quickly and ruthlessly, utterly disregarding the fact that he had just fought alongside Jiraiya against their enemies.
He had even forgotten that he himself was a wanted criminal and a Rogue Ninja of Konoha!
Naraku had been the one to kill Orochimaru last time. He had thought Naraku would give him a chance to explain this time.
But he did not!
The last thing reflected in Orochimaru's pupils was the sight of the man holding a sharp blade, cutting off his head.
Presumably, that image would remain etched in Orochimaru's mind, never to be forgotten.
"I know you can definitely come back to life again."
"Those people from Kumogakure took you to treat Killer B, giving you an excellent experimental subject."
"I'm sure you've gained an even deeper understanding of souls through your research, haven't you, Orochimaru-sensei?"
"Unfortunately, you've had your head cut off by my Zanpakutō again. This time is different from last time. You could find a way to reattach a severed arm, but what about your head?"
"Goodbye, Orochimaru-sensei."
"I look forward to our next meeting!"
Shluk!
Kurikara pierced the head on the ground, instantly shredding Orochimaru's remaining soul. Flames spread along the blade, quickly setting the entire head alight and burning it to ash.
With a casual flick, Naraku sent a small flame onto Orochimaru's body, which began to burn fiercely.
"I refuse to believe your soul is inexhaustible. Last time, I severed an arm. This time, I shredded your soul outright. Let's see whether that hurts."
Orochimaru had hidden fragments of his soul in certain people, using the