Arrival of A

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Seeing Hidan struggle back to his feet, Koushin couldn't help but admire the man's stubbornness, twisted as it was. "Look at you," he commented with a grin, "still ready for a beating even after taking all those hits. You're a glutton for punishment."

Hidan spat out a mouthful of blood, smirking defiantly. "It's not me who will be punished. Jashin-sama will smite you for your arrogance!"

"Blah, blah, blah, your god this, your god that," Koushin said, rolling his eyes dramatically. "Can't you talk about anything else?"

Rage flared in Hidan's eyes, his grip tightening around his scythe. He charged at Koushin again, his movements fueled by his anger.

But Koushin was already on the move, using his Lightning Chakra Mode to dodge and weave through Hidan's reckless attacks. He retaliated with his own punches, each one hitting harder than the last, sending Hidan stumbling back with every strike.

Finally, Koushin raised his fire-encased fist, pulling his arm back for the final blow. "Ready for the grand finale?" he asked, his voice laced with anticipation.

"Like hell!" Hidan shot back, but it was too late.

Koushin's punch landed squarely in Hidan's chest, the resulting explosion throwing Hidan backward and creating a massive hole in the ground. The explosion was so intense that it carved through the earth's surface, leading to a dark, seemingly endless underground cave system.

Hidan fell, his body tumbling into the hole. His eyes never left Koushin, the rage and determination burning bright. "My god... will punish you... for this...!" he snarled, his words echoing up the hole.

"Is that so?" Koushin replied, peering down into the darkness. He had to admit, he was somewhat impressed by Hidan's unwavering faith. But it was that very faith that had led to his downfall. He crossed his arms over his chest, regarding the fallen Akatsuki member with a finality that chilled even the hot-headed Hidan.

"You want to see a god, Hidan?" he said, his voice dropping low. The next four words came out as a quiet yet resounding declaration. "I am your god."

With a swift movement, Koushin channeled his chakra into the ground. The earth trembled and the cave system exploded, burying Hidan deep within the debris. The defiant screams of Hidan were muffled as tons of rocks and earth collapsed onto him, cursing him to a life worse than death.

Koushin stepped back, surveying the aftermath of the battle. He gave a small nod, content with the result. "Well, that's one way to put someone in their place," he mused, his voice echoing across the now silent battlefield.

After an earth-shattering victory against Hidan, Koushin returned to his comrades' side, a thin layer of dust settling onto his white robe as he moved. The battlefield was a mess of scorched earth and lingering smoke, evidence of a fierce fight that had ensued.

As he approached Yamato and Yugito, Koushin took in the sight before him. Yugito was on her knees, panting heavily and looking worse for wear. Yamato, standing protectively by her side, appeared drained too, his usually stern face lined with exhaustion.

Lying not too far away was Kisame, who was struggling to sit upright. His infamous blade, Samehada, lay next to him, writhing like a living creature. Even in his weakened state, the glint in Kisame's shark-like eyes spoke of a warrior who would not go down without a fight.

"Ah, seems like you've caught a big fish," Koushin commented, nodding towards Kisame. His tone was light, but his gaze was analytical, taking in the Akatsuki member's injuries.

"We did," Yamato replied, maintaining his stoic expression. He turned to Koushin. "He put up quite a fight."

Yugito managed a weak chuckle. "That's an understatement. He was like a raging tsunami."

Ignoring the casual banter, Kisame coughed up a bit of blood and smirked. "You flatter me. I'm just a lowly shark."

Koushin tilted his head, eyeing the fallen shinobi curiously. "A shark who can summon tsunamis, no less."

Koushin's gaze returned to Kisame, his mind whirring with thoughts and possibilities. Itachi, in original timeline, had shared a unique bond with the shark-man. They were both members of the dreaded Akatsuki, yet their camaraderie had always struck Koushin as deeper than mere organization loyalty. If Kisame were to die here, would Itachi come after him? Koushin knew very well that crossing paths with Itachi was not a pleasant prospect. Especially when the man went crazy for unknown, mysterious reason that had nothing to do with him.

Not to mention Tobi - the masked man had a strange connection with Kisame. Losing Kisame might trigger an unforeseen reaction from him. Weighing these considerations, Koushin pondered whether to end Kisame's life or to throw the injured shark back into the ocean.

Before Koushin could make his decision regarding Kisame, the remnants of a nearby wall exploded outward. A gale of dust and debris swirled around the large hole, the sudden commotion drawing everyone's attention. As the dust settled, two imposing figures stepped through the rubble, their powerful auras making the already battered Kisame visibly wince.

The first man was a towering figure with a muscular physique that dwarfed even Kisame's large build. His dark skin was lined with tribal tattoos, his features stern and commanding. The glare of the Raiton Armor flickered around him, crackling with potent energy. He was the Fourth Raikage, A.

Right behind him was a slightly shorter, equally muscular man. His skin was the same dark hue as the Raikage, and he had a distinct hairstyle with two pigtails that defied gravity. His eyes sparkled with an almost childish glee, contrasting with his daunting physique. The man was B, A's adopted brother and the jinchūriki of the Eight-Tails.

A swept a harsh gaze over the battlefield, taking in the sight of Kisame sprawled on the ground and the other shinobi recovering from the intense fight. His stern features hardened even more, if possible. "What's the meaning of this?" he demanded, his voice echoing in the ravaged surroundings.

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