270. Want to Rob Again

Izumi and the rest of the group teleported to the island where the Kaiyōgakure village had once stood. Izumi couldn't help but laugh heartily, realizing the similarities between his powers and those of Tobi, also known as Uchiha Obito. Their ability to manipulate space and time, and their personas, were indeed strikingly similar.

The other members of the group couldn't help but comment on the intriguing resemblance between Izumi's actions and those of Uchiha Obito. They playfully considered the possibility of Obito being accused due to Izumi's uncanny impersonation, finding the idea rather amusing and entertaining.

Kisame: "Haha, this is getting more interesting by the minute. Let's see if anyone tries to track down 'Obito' because of Izumi."

Kuroneko: "It's like we're part of a ninja drama or something. Who knew our mission would turn into a hidden identity game?"

Kakashi: "I've seen my fair share of mysteries in my time, but this is certainly a unique twist. It's all in good fun."

Rory: "Well, if we're going to play pretend, we might as well go all in.."

Tabane: "Izumi-chan, you've certainly added an unexpected layer of wonder to our mission. Let's keep this Akatsuki-style adventure going!"

"No! We're not playing Akatsuki-style after this. But the opposite." Izumi's unexpected declaration caught the group off guard. They were all ears as he explained his idea.

The others exchanged surprised glances, wondering what he had in mind.

Izumi continued, "Since they're Akatsuki, then we're Tasogare. I guess I'll mess with them a little bit."

His plan to adopt the name "Tasogare" (meaning "twilight" or "dusk") instead of Akatsuki (meaning "dawn") added a playful twist to their mission. With their new plan to assume the identity of "Tasogare" and to mess with the Akatsuki, the group decided that they no longer needed to wear the Akatsuki robes.

Kisame, being a part of the group's new identity as "Tasogare," also discarded the Akatsuki robes. However, he found himself without any spare clothing to replace them. In this situation, Izumi generously offered to lend him Goku's martial arts uniform, providing Kisame with an alternative attire for their mission.

Kisame, finding himself without any other option, graciously accepted the offer of Goku's martial arts uniform from Izumi. Much to his surprise, the uniform suited him remarkably well, fitting his appearance comfortably.

Izumi gathered the group to share his plans for their mission in the Ninja world. His first goal was to locate Orochimaru. The reason behind this was that Orochimaru possessed the Adamantine Sealing Chain scroll, a technique exclusive to those with the Uzumaki bloodline.

Izumi's plan to obtain the Adamantine Sealing Chain scroll held a special significance for Karin, as she had a direct connection to the Uzumaki bloodline. This endeavor not only furthered their mission but also presented an opportunity for Karin to harness her Uzumaki heritage, making it a promising and advantageous prospect for her.

The group's search for Orochimaru's location in the Ninja world proved to be a challenging and arduous task. Despite Izumi's previous knowledge of the place he had visited the last time, Orochimaru remained elusive and difficult to track down.

Thankfully, Tabane's unique abilities and intuition proved to be a valuable asset for the group. Her scanning of the area near the Land of Fire was particularly beneficial, as if she had a sense that this location would be useful in their search for Orochimaru. Thanks to Tabane's assistance, the group quickly located Orochimaru's new hideout.

In her playful chuunibyou demeanor, Kuroneko couldn't resist adding a touch of dramatic flair to the situation. She chuckled and said, "It's time for Tasogare to strike the first victim. Let the shadows of destiny weave our tale."

While Kuroneko's chuunibyou declaration added a touch of drama and excitement, the other members responded with somewhat hollow expressions.

The group approached Orochimaru's hideout with a sense of purpose, their footsteps echoing through the underground cave-like structure. The environment had an intricate and labyrinthine layout, making their progress feel like a maze.

As they delved deeper into the underground passages, the atmosphere grew more ominous, and the dim lighting only added to the eerie ambiance.

With unwavering confidence, Izumi declared, "I feel his presence. Let's get straight into it." Without a trace of fear, he led the way, breaking down walls and obstacles in his path as he advanced toward Orochimaru's direction.

On Orochimaru's side, Yakushi Kabuto, ever vigilant, detected the presence of intruders in their hideout.

Kabuto's voice carried a note of surprise as he addressed his subordinates, "Intruders have found our hideout. It's unusual for anyone to locate this place."

Recognizing the potential threat, he swiftly organized and dispatched a group of skilled ninjas under Orochimaru's command to deal with the trespassers.

Orochimaru, still in pain from his paralyzed arms, was unable to take immediate action, leaving Kabuto to manage the situation.

The sounds of battle that erupted within the labyrinthine hideout were brief but intense. The echoes of clashing abilities and fierce combat quickly subsided, leaving only the ominous noise of walls being shattered and the relentless approach of the intruders drawing closer and closer to Orochimaru's location.

*Bang*

As the last wall crumbled under the forceful impact, revealing the figures of the intruders, Kabuto's eyes widened in surprise. He recognized them, and his astonishment was evident in his words, "You again? What do you want?"

Kabuto couldn't hide his surprise at their return, especially after the previous encounter when Izumi had expelled Orochimaru. To add to his shock, he noticed the presence of Kakashi, who had joined their group.

Kabuto's surprise deepened when he saw Kakashi among the intruders. He took a moment to collect himself before addressing them with a mix of curiosity and concern, "Hatake Kakashi... What business do you have with us, and why are you here with them?"

Kakashi responded calmly, acknowledging his companions while addressing Kabuto, "These are my friends. We've come here to find something. We're not here to cause trouble. As for you, Orochimaru, you have something we need."

Kabuto's anger flared as he retorted, "Not causing any trouble? You've nearly destroyed Orochimaru-sama's hideout and defeated our ninjas. You think that's not causing trouble?"

Kabuto's sharp eyes didn't miss Kisame's presence, and he took note of the unusual situation. He questioned them, "You're all affiliated with the Akatsuki organization?"

Izumi's response was filled with amusement as he chuckled at Kabuto's question. He downplayed any connection to the Akatsuki, using a humorous term to describe them, "Akatsuki? That Stoo-bird organization? Well, If you think so, so be it."

Izumi's nonchalant response conveyed that he wasn't bothered by the misunderstanding about their affiliation with the Akatsuki. His primary focus was on the reason they had come there, and he expressed his intent, "More importantly, I want something from Orochimaru."

Kakashi also seemed to let the matter of their appearance slide.

Kabuto's suspicion and frustration were clear in his tone as he said, "Do you think I don't know that you're here to rob us again?"

He remained wary and untrusting of their motives, given their previous encounters with Orochimaru and his hideouts.

Izumi stepped forward, his demand clear and unwavering, "Since you understand, then I don't need to explain further."

His hand reached out, a clear gesture of his intent as he continued, "Just give me the Adamantine Sealing Chain scroll and any other sealing technique scrolls you have."

Izumi's determination to obtain what he needed was evident, and he wasn't going to be deterred by Kabuto's expression or resistance.

Kabuto was taken aback when he noticed something peculiar about Karin. While he had already recognized her as a member of the Uzumaki clan due to her red hair, her eyes caught him completely off guard.

"S-Sharingan?" Kabuto's voice stuttered as he couldn't hide his surprise and confusion at the sight of her Sharingan.

Orochimaru, who had been laying on the bed in pain, raised his head, his eyes filled with intrigue and curiosity as he heard the mention of the Sharingan. His painful expression seemed to momentarily give way to a spark of interest.

Orochimaru struggled to sit up in his bed, his eyes locked onto Karin, who had Sharingan eyes. Despite his pain, his curiosity and fascination with the Sharingan were undeniable as he focused his attention on her.

Karin felt Orochimaru's gaze on her Sharingan, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of unease. While the Sharingan had indeed been transplanted into her by Izumi for a specific purpose, the intensity of Orochimaru's curiosity was disconcerting.

Karin took refuge behind Izumi, seeking protection and a sense of security from Orochimaru's intense gaze. It was a natural reaction to the discomfort she felt in that situation.