Chapter – 699 A New Member?

In the sky

As she flew closer to the battlefield, she soon perceived the exact situation on the battleground. Observing the combatants, she muttered with a thoughtful expression beneath her mask, "So, the ones in this fight are Anbu from the village and members of the Akatsuki Organization." She added with disappointment, "This also means that Shimura Danzō is not here but in the Land of the Waterfall… A pity."

Having grasped this, she directed her gaze towards the battlefield. Despite Konoha's numerical advantage, they were firmly suppressed by the members of the Akatsuki Organization. Although Kakashi's use of Flying Raijin had significantly improved, allowing him to wield it smoothly in battle, it proved ineffective against DMS Obito, who was going all out. Kakashi had to expend all his energy and attention to resist and counter Obito, leaving no time or energy to focus on other Konoha Anbu.

Itachi exerted himself to keep Tobi occupied. He hadn't yet revealed his Susano'o and Amaterasu, but aside from that, he utilized every technique in his arsenal. Despite not going all out, he managed to hold off Tobi, who was undoubtedly the third strongest in the current Akatsuki Organization. Keeping him engaged without disclosing too much was already an accomplishment.

As for the rest, they proved no match for Sasori. He alone was claiming their lives one by one, deploying his deadly puppets.

Observing the situation in Konoha worsening by the second and realizing her former subordinates were in peril, she couldn't remain passive. 'These guys... they really know how to cause me trouble. If they persist, they might be the death of me.' Despite her seemingly helpless expression, her face was resolute, and she hastened her pace.

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On the battlefield

Standing on the back of the flying Summon, the puppet—this time representing the Patriarch of the Yuki Clan, capable of using Ice Release Kekkei Genkai—condensed a spear made of ice and thrust it toward Rabbit's head. Simultaneously, another puppet—this one embodying the Patriarch of the Kaguya Clan—on the ground suppressed Akame, Hana, as well as the other Anbu.

Just when everyone thought Rabbit was about to meet his end, both puppets abruptly stopped. The reason was Sasori's attention being drawn towards the giant white bird rapidly approaching them.

"It doesn't seem to be someone we already know, but that particular cloak, and that mask with a different pattern yet similar style… no doubt about it, a member of Amatsukami!" Sasori exclaimed as he identified the newcomer.

In today's shinobi world, if there is anyone who can unilaterally attract the attention of the Akatsuki Organization, it is undoubtedly Amatsukami. Therefore, the moment Sasori discovered someone very likely to be a member of Amatsukami, he no longer paid attention to the Konoha Anbu around him. Instead, he leaped onto the back of the Summon Bird, kicked down the injured Rabbit, and sealed the two puppets inside their scroll.

Throughout this process, Sasori's eyes remained fixed on the giant white bird flying towards them and the person standing on its back.

Observing Sasori's actions, Zetsu, who had been hidden until now, revealed half of his body and questioned Sasori, "What are you doing?"

Sasori answered without looking at him, "I will capture him."

Zetsu hesitated for a moment and said, "The other party seems to be a member of Amatsukami. Although he appears to be a new member, wouldn't it be a little careless to face him alone?"

Sasori chuckled, "Don't worry... I think I can handle it this time. I've long wanted to make a puppet out of members of Amatsukami."

After leaving those words, Sasori didn't wait for Zetsu's reply. He controlled the summoned bird to fly towards the opposite giant white bird.

Seeing Sasori approaching, she was taken aback but quickly calmed down. With a wicked smirk on her face, she turned around and ran.

"Want to run?" Sasori scowled, "Do you think I will allow you to run away?!" and sped up.

Whoosh! Whoosh!

And so, a running and chasing battle unfolded between the Summon Bird and the Explosive Clay bird in the sky. The speed of both birds was remarkably fast, and before anyone could realize it, the two were already quite far away from the battlefield.

Standing atop the Explosive Clay bird, she looked back with a frowned expression. Observing the summoned bird rapidly closing in, she couldn't help but think, "Hiruko is dead. This summon bird was artificially created by Hiruko. Who would have thought that even after his death, there is still someone who can control this bird to such an extent?"

The chase continued for a while, and as the separation between the two lessened, she could clearly see the playful smirk on Sasori's face. "You can run all you want, but you'll never escape!" He instructed the bird to fire explosive feathers towards the Explosive Clay bird.

Whiish! Whiish! Whiish! Whiish!

The explosive feathers moved with such speed that the clay bird had no opportunity to dodge the attack. She had no choice but to abandon the Explosive Clay bird and jump off it, muttering, "Tch."

Boom! Boom! Boom! BOOOOOOM!

As soon as she leaped off the Explosive Clay bird, a series of small explosions occurred due to the explosive feathers, followed by the massive explosion of the clay bird.

Gazing at the sky filled with the aftermath of the explosion, she couldn't help but feel regretful. But before she could catch her breath, a giant shadow appeared above her head. She quickly looked up and found the Summon Bird floating just a few meters above her.

Sasori jumped from the Summon Bird and landed not far away from her. He observed her mask and cloak for a few seconds before asking, "Who are you?"

She patted the dust on her body, replying absentmindedly, "I am Dojin from Amatsukami."

"Dojin… it's really as I thought. You are a new member with a new code," Sasori muttered. He then stated, "Unfortunately for you, you will become the first member of Amatsukami to die in battle and become part of my collection. But you don't have to worry too much; the other members of your organization will be joining you soon enough."

"Don't be so sure…" Dojin retorted. "Maybe the result is something else. The one who ends up dying maybe you, not me."

Sasori covered his face with his hand and laughed loudly, "You know, you may have covered your body with the cloak and mask of Amatsukami… but with that peculiar jutsu that you use, do you really think that I don't recognize you?!"

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