This time, Konan didn't allow herself to be touched. Witnessing the fate of her paper projectiles, she flapped her paper wings, dodging the enormous demonic claw.
"You won't escape!"
Waving her hand again, a massive whip formed from the black gas and lashed out at Konan. She twirled and spun, evading the black whip. Simultaneously, more projectiles were launched at Eggy, who just smiled as the black gas rose, successfully consuming all the projectiles.
"Hmp! You're not the only one who can fly!"
Seeing her target ascending into the sky, Eggy also took flight. The black gas surged, creating waves, and numerous chains formed from these waves were hurled at Konan.
"!!"
Shock was written all over Konan's face. Fighting the Devourer meant being prepared for surprises, especially when this girl started flying and pursuing her in the air.
Initially, she thought that if she couldn't win, at least she would stay safe in the air and wait until Pain finished his preparations.
Who would have thought that she could fly too?
She vigorously shook her wings while Eggy pursued closely, accompanied by that annoying black gas that consumed everything around it.
This black gas was her nemesis. Physical attacks might not affect her, but this black gas was so strange and corrosive that she felt her chakra being devoured by it.
This made all her hairs stand on end because, at this rate, it was only a matter of time until Eggy caught her, and by then, things would get dangerous.
"This is going to get interesting..."
Meanwhile, Yuki crossed his arms, limiting himself to watching the spectacle, patiently awaiting Eggy's progress.
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*BOOM
The paper bombs exploded, but this wasn't enough to stop Eggy. She flew with great agility, and the black gas successfully absorbed all the impact. Moreover, the black chains multiplied, and several of them struck Konan.
"I've had enough of this."
Suddenly, Eggy clapped both hands, and various rings formed around her. Instantly, they were launched at Konan.
*Shhhhh
As if possessing a life of their own, the rings pursued Konan, who evaded several times. However, these rings were like magnets, constantly drawn to her.
Suddenly, various paper roses began to appear around Konan, rotating at high speed, creating an enormous whirlwind of paper. In this whirlwind, Eggy's black rings were completely overwhelmed by the sheer volume of paper.
"Hee~ you have quite impressive skills."
Frowning and with a hand on her chin, Eggy murmured, snapping her fingers.
"But this isn't enough if you want to stop this Queen."
Suddenly, the black rings within the whirlwind expanded, creating a barrier that trapped Konan inside.
From the beginning, these black rings weren't meant to kill but to imprison. Eggy had been waiting for the perfect opportunity to do just that to Konan.
"What is this?!"
Unfortunately, Konan realized it too late as she was enclosed within the barrier, gradually feeling her chakra fading away. Her expression sank, and she quickly created several paper spears, swiftly launching them at the barrier. However, the barrier didn't even tremble, and her spears were consumed.
Her situation worsened as she found herself trapped like a mouse in a cage.
"Hm?"
But not for long. Both Yuki and Eggy raised their gaze as a man with orange hair looked at them both from the top of the tower.
Those emotionless eyes, along with powerful strength.
Suddenly, the man jumped directly towards Konan and began floating beside her.
"Shinra Tensei."
*Creakkkkk
*Bam
Extending a hand towards the barrier, an incredible amount of chakra accumulated, and the entire barrier shattered. Simultaneously, the black gas around was repelled by the immense pressure.
"Kyaaa"
Even Eggy, who was nearby, was sent flying by this technique.
"A big fish has appeared..."
With the appearance of this person, Yuki couldn't watch anymore. He jumped and caught Eggy in the air.
"You can go back; this isn't an opponent you should face."
"Hm!"
Complying, Eggy didn't ask questions and returned to her spiritual world.
This wasn't an ordinary ninja battle; it was a fight between those who had surpassed the power of a Kage and were on the verge of entering the realm of ninja gods—a Tectonic High.
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"Pain, be careful. This Devourer is very strange."
"Alright, leave it to me."
After leaving the barrier, the first thing Konan did was warn Pain Deva. After all, as someone who had tested the waters, she knew how terrible the black gas could be and the strange abilities of the Devourer.
She squinted her eyes, watching Eggy disappear into the spiritual world's door, the woman who had cornered her.
*Shuaaaa
Suddenly, five more figures jumped from the top of the tower, landing right in front of Konan, who had regained her physical form, and forcefully hit the ground.
"Retreat."
"Understood."
Acknowledging the presence of the six individuals before her, Konan dispersed into dozens of paper butterflies. Yuki made no move and patiently waited.
There were six people in front of him, and without exception, all of them wore Akatsuki attire and bore the Rinnegan.
These were the Six Paths of Pain...
(So, that's the Rinnegan, huh?)
He had read about the Rinnegan in Rasiel and the abilities it possessed. The origin of this power was strong, belonging to the Sage of the Six Paths, considered a god among ninjas. Additionally, the Rinnegan was the evolution of the Sharingan.
Facing such power made Yuki's blood boil with excitement.
(At last... a worthy opponent!)
Although Pain didn't match Minene's energy level, he had much more experience than Minene and could be considered a powerful opponent.
Not to mention that when he faced Minene, his power was restricted by the Demon King. This time, there were no limitations, and he could fight as his heart desired.
*Bam
Smiling beneath his mask, the ground under his feet cracked, and his chakra surged suddenly.
"Rinnegan, huh? Good, very good. I'll put your power to the test. Please don't disappoint me."
*Tick, Tack
[Elohim]
Entering directly into his astral suit, Yuki didn't hold back. There was no need to do so, not against the Rinnegan.
The same happened with Pain. Feeling Yuki's increased chakra, he immediately took a battle stance. He wouldn't hold back either; that's why he would fight using the Six Paths of Pain.
The Devourer was a super-elite, and Pain knew that. Konan being defeated so quickly demonstrated the terrible power of this ninja.
With both of them eyeing each other, the atmosphere was tense, and each of them awaited the first move.
*Clap
"Summoning Jutsu!"
*Puff
Suddenly, the Animal Path of Pain clapped its hands, a seal ran across the ground, and with a puff of smoke, a giant dog appeared.
*Grrrrr
Growling at Yuki, the giant dog lowered its center of gravity, ready to attack.
"Hahaha, Summoning Jutsu: Great Ice Lion."
Yuki, not to be outdone, laughed coldly and summoned his own beast.
*Puff
*ROOOOOAAAAARRRR
Like the giant dog, the enormous Ice Lion appeared in a puff of smoke, roaring loudly. The lion was much larger than the dog, making it seem insignificant.
Ice surrounded it, and the temperature dropped sharply.
With both summons ready, they charged forward to attack. However, as expected, the giant dog was unable to contend with the enormous Ice Lion. It received significant damage from the lion's claws. But nothing was that straightforward; at the same time, as it was attacked, the giant dog split in two, and both halves attacked the lion together.
Suddenly, mechanical projectiles were launched, moving with great agility. The Asura Path of Pain mounted the enormous dog, attacking mercilessly.
*BOMM
Colliding with the Ice Lion, the explosions from the projectiles were fierce, capable of rivaling Konan's paper bombs.
*ROOOOARRRRR
However, these bombs were futile. The lion was indestructible as long as it touched the ground. The bombs couldn't break through its exoskeleton.
*Biri~
[Lightning Release: Destruction!]
As Asura's attack proved ineffective, it was Yuki's turn. His fist lit up with electricity as he struck with force.
*Bam
However, the one who received the attack wasn't Asura; just before the blow reached him, Preta Path Pain intercepted it with outstretched hands, absorbing the jutsu.
"Shinra Tensei!"
Appearing behind Preta, Deva raised his hand, causing a repulsion in his body that Yuki couldn't counterattack, sending him flying.
*Shiiiiii
Asura wasn't idle either. After all, the center of its head opened, and a powerful beam of energy was launched at Yuki.
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TN: Pain should know pain