The menacing thunder illuminated the still-sleeping town, and rows of grotesque tombstones stood erect in the sudden burst of light.

Furthermore, upon closer inspection, one can discern that the soil beside these tombstones appears somewhat out of place with the surrounding earth, as if it had just been disturbed.

"what!"

"You wretched guys, you're really annoying!"

Raiya held his twin swords, crackling with lightning, aloft, staring madly at the unfamiliar visitor in his field of vision.

At the very beginning of the confrontation, before his proud [Hidden Mist Technique] could work seamlessly with Ranmaru's red eyes, it was completely wiped out by the evil wind of one of the bastards.

annoying!

Annoying!!

I've made up my mind. I absolutely will not waste my time or effort on arranging any funeral for these bastards.

because,

These bastards brought only anger, not a single good memory! He would use thunder to blast these despicable intruders to smithereens!!

【Kurosuki Raiga】: A Jonin of Kirigakure, a member of the first Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, the user of the Raibou (Lightning Blade) Kiba, and skilled in assassination techniques and lightning-style ninjutsu.

He had a peculiar habit when taking the lives of others: giving these enemies and betrayers who could leave him with 'good memories' a solemn funeral!

Ok.

There is a coffin for burial, attendees pray together, and the attendees themselves may even weep bitterly, recalling word for word the various 'good' and grand funerals that the deceased had before their death!

"They are indeed some troublesome guys, Raiga."

A faint, faint sound lingered in the air, yet the eeriness remained; the only hostile presence visible in the surroundings was still Raiga!

At the beginning of the campaign, some underlings claiming to be from the Kurozuki family came to help.

However, those low-level thugs whose strength as genin was questionable had already been knocked out and rendered unconscious by Chino's subordinates who had come with her.

"Especially that girl."

"I can sense that this is not her full power."

"Be careful, Raiga."

The weak voice continued to murmur, specifically mentioning the short-haired girl standing in its field of vision.

However, whether it was just my imagination or not, his voice seemed to have become a little stronger.

Chino also heard this faint praise.

Normally, or if Huang had said such a thing, this mischievous little fellow would have proudly puffed out his chest, basking in the praise.

But at this moment, there was no change in her expression, her vigilant gaze silently watching for any enemies in her field of vision.

because,

Chino wanted to perfectly complete the task given to her by Ara-sama.

Although that gentle adult still said that his own safety should be the top priority when assigning the task, and that he would only consider recruiting the other party later.

However, when these words reached the girl's ears, she only listened to the first half and completely ignored the second half.

That's why this battle has continued until now.

Even if the other party does indeed possess a pair of 'special' eyes, and has the title of one of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist.

But it's still not enough against the Blood Dragon Eye after its awakening!

"My patience is limited."

"It is an honor for you to follow Lord Ara."

"And the little guy on your back can already feel the power of the 'secret medicine,' right?"

Chino spoke coldly, her pair of scarlet eyes radiating terrifying power, her gaze sweeping past Raiga Kurosuki in her field of vision and landing on his slightly bulging back.

Even though the little one hid under the man's large cloak, he couldn't escape her eyes.

Moreover, upon arrival, Chino did not immediately resort to force. Instead, after having Kazeshin dispel the dense fog that permeated the surroundings, she engaged in conversation under the guise of a transaction, and even took the initiative to throw out a 'physique' pill.

This also means desolation.

Ranmaru, who had been ill since childhood and was unable to live alone, naturally became the breakthrough point for the transaction.

In his view, if Raiga truly cared about the other person, or if the little guy was willing to stand up again, then this conversation would most likely end smoothly.

but.

Huang overlooked one thing, a very important thing.

These two have been 'coexisting' together for far too long, and in this long period, their mutually supportive bond has even become somewhat distorted!

When Chino offered him a pill as a gesture of goodwill, Raiga immediately tried to crush it.

Besides distrust, which is the most common reason, there is another subtle reason: fear.

He was really scared.

Fear........

"You think you can fool me with such a low-down trick?"

"You guys are really naive."

Lei Ya's voice was loud and his face was ferocious, as if he wanted to use this to dispel the faint panic in his heart.

"Ah."

"Would Lord Huang stoop so low as to lie to you? There's absolutely no need for him to!"

Chino's voice was cold, and her words were filled with anger.

If it were any other power holder, even the seemingly righteous Hidden Leaf Village, they might resort to such despicable tricks.

But Lord Ara would never do that!

She would absolutely not allow anyone to easily slander or insult that person in front of her!

This response caused Raiya to pause slightly.

He could clearly hear the girl's determination and seriousness, and having spent a long time in the Hidden Fog Division, he also had a certain ability to judge the truthfulness of other people's words.

but,

But that's precisely why!!

"Uchiha Ara?"

"That brat from the Uchiha clan?"

"Do you think that just because you've made a name for yourself and caused a ruckus in the Land of Water, you're qualified to stand out in the public eye?"

"Ha, even the Uchiha clan was crippled by our own people, so what makes you think you can act like a brat who hasn't even reached adulthood yet?"

Raiya, somewhat out of control, launched into a frenzied and sarcastic attack.

It seems that they wanted to use such words to soothe and cover up their fear and restlessness.

because,

because!

He doesn't want to lose Ranmaru!!

Once the pills given by the other party are truly effective, once the little creature with whom it has 'coexisted' is able to break free and start a new life.

Then, Ranmaru will no longer need him and will leave him.

Their relationship will also fall apart!

Therefore,

anyway,

In any case,

I wouldn't agree with these guys in front of me, and I certainly wouldn't try to reach any seemingly win-win deal!

However, just as Raiga Kurosuki was about to crush the pill in his hand without a second thought, a soft sound came from his back, and at the same time, a weak hand quietly emerged from the wide cloak.

"Let me give it a try, Raiga."

"I could sense that they meant no harm."

A faint whisper arose at the same time.

These words caused Raiya's expression to freeze abruptly, and the power he had just gathered in his palm suddenly vanished.

Even though he really wanted to crush and destroy that tiny pill.

but,

But if he really did that, wouldn't that mean he didn't want Ranmaru to stand up again and regain his health?

No.

That's not what he thought.

However, he also didn't want to lose his companion!

The immense turmoil and hesitation nearly tore Kurozumi Raiga apart!

"Don't worry, Raiga."

"I'll be fine, give it to me."

It was that faint voice again.

And within these words, which are full of weakness, there is a strange sense of tenderness and comfort.

Upon hearing this, Lei Ya gradually calmed down, and even his manic eyes became more peaceful.

"it is good."

"it is good!"

"I'll listen to you, Ranmaru."

He forcibly suppressed his impulse and convinced himself of his panic, slowly raising the red pill he was holding in his hand.

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