Chapter 170: Fang Over Fang
The wind howled through the narrow river basin, whipping the water into frothy currents as Kiba and Akamaru stood across from their opponents. Sakon and Ukon, having been slammed into the hard earth by Kiba's powerful Fang Over Fang technique, were quick to recover. The twins dashed out of the dust cloud with alarming speed, their eyes gleaming with murderous intent.
Kiba's sharp senses picked up on their movements just in time, allowing her and Akamaru to dodge and land gracefully on the other side of the river. The tension in the air was palpable as the two teams faced off in a tense standoff.
A smirk tugged at Kiba's lips as she crossed her arms, her sharp fangs glinting in the morning light. "Is that all you've got? Honestly, I expected more from two of Orochimaru's little pets. Seems like you've been slacking."
Akamaru growled in agreement, standing on all fours beside her, his white fur bristling as he prepared for the next move. The bond between them was electric, a silent language of trust and readiness.
Sakon's face twisted in anger, his knuckles cracking as he clenched his fists. "You little brat! You've got a big mouth for someone who's about to die."
Kiba chuckled, shaking her head in mock disbelief. "Big talk coming from the guy who got smashed into the ground. What's the matter? Can't handle a girl and her dog?"
Akamaru barked, adding to the taunt, and Kiba's grin widened. "You know," she continued, her voice dripping with sarcasm, "it's almost like you two are scared to fight us at the same time. You keep coming at us one by one. Want to give it another shot?"
Sakon's patience snapped, and he charged forward with a furious roar. The ground cracked beneath his feet as he closed the distance, his speed impressive but predictable. Kiba's eyes narrowed in focus as she prepared to meet him head-on.
"Let's show them how it's done, Akamaru!" Kiba shouted, her voice filled with the fire of battle.
Akamaru barked in agreement, and the two launched into their signature Dog Tag combination. Moving in perfect sync, they circled Sakon at blinding speed, creating a whirlwind of motion that kicked up dust and leaves, making it difficult for him to keep track of their movements.
Tag Team Assault:
Kiba and Akamaru began their relentless attack, striking from every angle with rapid, alternating blows. Their agility and coordination made it impossible for Sakon to predict the next move. Every time he attempted to counter, Kiba and Akamaru were already gone, launching another hit from a different direction. The disorienting barrage left him staggering, struggling to keep up.
"Is this really all you've got?" Kiba taunted again, her voice echoing through the whirlwind. "What's the point of being two people if you're going to fight like one?"
Double Fang:
With a synchronized leap, Kiba and Akamaru soared into the air, their bodies spinning rapidly as they unleashed their Double Fang attack. The ferocious spinning technique disoriented Sakon even further, forcing him on the defensive as the powerful attack closed in on him.
But just as the final blow was about to land, a new presence made itself known. Ukon, the second brother, emerged from Sakon's body, his arms extending outward to intercept the attack. With a sickening crack, he blocked Kiba and Akamaru's Fang Over Fang mid-flight, the force of the clash sending shockwaves through the ground.
Kiba and Akamaru skidded to a halt a few meters away, their eyes wide with surprise. Ukon had saved Sakon from a potentially devastating blow, his twisted smile showing just how much he relished the chance to fight.
"Two-on-two now, huh?" Kiba muttered under her breath, wiping sweat from her brow. "Guess it's about time you both showed up. This is going to be fun."
Sakon and Ukon stood side by side, their chakra flaring ominously. The air around them seemed to hum with power as they prepared to unleash their own coordinated assault.
"You're going to regret underestimating us," Sakon growled, his voice dripping with malice.
"Yeah," Ukon added with a grin. "We fight better together than you think."
Kiba's grin didn't falter as she readied herself for the next round. "Oh, don't worry," she said, her eyes flashing with confidence. "I wouldn't want it any other way."
The tension in the river basin rose to a boiling point as the two pairs squared off. The time for taunts was over—now, it was a battle to the finish. Kiba could feel Akamaru's resolve beside her, and she knew that no matter what happened, they would fight until the end.
The twins charged first, their combined power even more overwhelming than before. But Kiba and Akamaru were ready, their bond and training allowing them to meet the challenge head-on.
The clash that followed was nothing short of explosive, the force of their attacks shaking the very earth beneath their feet. Each blow was met with equal strength, each move countered with precision.
But Kiba and Akamaru weren't done yet. They still had one more trick up their sleeve.
With a shared glance, the two executed their ultimate move.
Tag Mark:
In mid-air, Kiba and Akamaru marked Sakon and Ukon with a glowing tag, invisible to the naked eye but detectable by their keen senses. It was all they needed to ensure their next attack would hit its mark.
With a final burst of energy, they unleashed Fang Over Fang once more, their combined strength and precision now locked onto the twins. The devastating attack struck with pinpoint accuracy, sending Sakon and Ukon crashing to the ground in a cloud of debris.
The battle wasn't over yet, but Kiba and Akamaru had made their mark. Now, it was only a matter of time.
As the dust settled, Kiba stood tall, her chest heaving from exertion. "Still think you can take us?" she called out, her voice challenging as ever. Akamaru barked beside her, his eyes gleaming with determination.
Sakon and Ukon, battered but not beaten, slowly rose from the ground. But now, the outcome of the battle seemed less certain than before.
The tension in the air thickened as Sakon and Ukon faced off against Kiba and Akamaru, their mocking expressions fading into seriousness. They had underestimated their opponents once, but they wouldn't make that mistake again.
Sakon, still feeling the sting of Kiba's earlier attacks, glanced at his brother. "We don't have time for games," Ukon growled, his voice cold and firm. "Let's end this quickly."
Sakon nodded, his usual cocky demeanor replaced by a grim focus. The twins crossed their arms, and in unison, they activated the Curse Seal: Level 2, their bodies undergoing a monstrous transformation. Their skin darkened to a blood-red hue, long white hair flowed down their backs, and black curved markings crept up from the corners of their eyes. With horns protruding from opposite sides of their heads and their elongated jaws exposing sharp, canine teeth, they resembled terrifying oni, the stuff of nightmares.
Kiba narrowed her eyes at the sight. The brothers' new forms radiated power, but she wasn't intimidated. Instead, she smirked. "So, this is your true form, huh?" she muttered under her breath. "Too bad it won't help."
Akamaru barked beside her, his fur bristling as the bond between them strengthened. They were a perfect team, and nothing could break their synergy. Kiba glanced down at the faint glow of the tag mark they had placed on the brothers earlier. "Thank you, Malik," she whispered to herself, feeling a surge of gratitude for her fiancé. His enchanted tags were too strong for even the cursed seal's power to erase.
Seeing the twins' immense power, Kiba knew it was time to step things up as well. "Ready, Akamaru?" she asked, her voice brimming with confidence.
Akamaru barked in agreement, and with a shared nod, they activated their most powerful technique: Human Beast Combination Transformation: Double-Headed Wolf. In a burst of chakra, Kiba and Akamaru transformed into a massive, two-headed wolf, towering over the battlefield. Their shared form radiated raw power, the wolf's claws and fangs gleaming dangerously. The ground beneath them trembled as the two-headed wolf stood ready for battle.
Without wasting a second, the two-headed wolf began to spin at an incredible speed, launching themselves toward Sakon and Ukon with their signature attack: Fang Wolf Fang. The sheer velocity of their rotation created a powerful vacuum vortex, ripping through the air as they homed in on their marked targets.
The brothers, despite their enhanced forms, could barely keep up with the speed of the attack. "They're too fast!" Sakon yelled, leaping back in an attempt to evade the oncoming storm of claws and fangs. But no matter how they moved, the wolf followed relentlessly, drawn by the mark that had been placed on them.
The impact was devastating.
Kiba and Akamaru struck with terrifying precision, aiming to tear the brothers apart. But just as the attack landed, Sakon and Ukon performed their own unique defense, Body Separation. Their bodies split apart, allowing the two halves to evade the full brunt of the attack. The twin brothers shot in opposite directions, regrouping with grim determination.
Kiba and Akamaru growled, frustrated but undeterred. "Fine, we'll just hit them again!" Kiba roared, her voice echoing from the two-headed wolf. They launched into a second Fang Wolf Fang, spinning even faster this time.
But Sakon and Ukon were ready. "Let's show them real power!" Sakon snarled. In perfect sync, the two brothers slammed their hands into the ground, summoning the mighty Rashōmon gate, a towering demonic structure that rose from the earth with a deafening crash. The gate's doors bore a terrifying face, glaring down at Kiba and Akamaru as they approached at full speed.
The two-headed wolf collided with the Rashōmon gate, the force of the impact creating shockwaves that reverberated through the battlefield. The demonic face on the gate snarled in defiance, its iron doors holding strong against the attack. But Kiba and Akamaru's power was undeniable—small cracks began to form along the surface of the gate, and the dent they left behind was significant.
Sakon and Ukon stood behind the Rashōmon, their eyes wide in surprise. "They… they dented it," Ukon muttered, disbelief in his voice. "If they had kept that up for a second longer…"
"They would've broken through," Sakon finished, his face grim. He couldn't believe the strength Kiba and Akamaru had shown. It was more than just raw power—there was something more behind their strikes, a resolve that seemed to make them unstoppable.
Kiba and Akamaru landed a distance away, panting heavily as they reverted to their normal forms. The transformation had taken a lot out of them, and the exhaustion was clear on Kiba's face. But despite her fatigue, she grinned. "Not bad, huh? I'd say we gave them a good scare."
Akamaru barked in agreement, his tail wagging even though he, too, was clearly tired.
Sakon and Ukon, despite their surprise, knew they couldn't let up. They had underestimated Kiba and Akamaru once, but that wouldn't happen again. "We can't afford to play around any longer," Sakon growled. "Let's finish this!"
But Kiba wasn't done yet. She stood tall, her body aching from the intense battle, but her determination remained unshaken. "You're not finishing anything," she spat, wiping the sweat from her brow. "We're not backing down."
With Akamaru by her side, Kiba prepared for the next round. The brothers had proven to be a formidable challenge, but she and Akamaru had trained for this. Their bond, their strength—it would carry them through.
The standoff resumed, the air crackling with tension as both sides prepared for the final clash. The battle was far from over, and Kiba knew it would take everything they had to win. But she was ready.
"Let's end this, Akamaru," Kiba said, her voice filled with unwavering resolve.
Akamaru barked one last time, and together, they charged forward once more, ready to face whatever came next.
Sakon and Ukon, their monstrous forms pulsating with power, launched their final offensive against Kiba and Akamaru. The two-headed beasts that they had become moved in perfect unison, intending to finish the exhausted Inuzuka and her loyal companion once and for all.
Kiba, barely able to stand, her body trembling with fatigue, could only watch as the twins approached, their claws gleaming ominously. Akamaru, by her side, was just as worn out, his breaths coming in ragged gasps. But even in their weakened state, their bond gave them the strength to dodge one last time, narrowly avoiding the lethal strikes aimed at them.
But then, Sakon and Ukon shifted their attention. They realized that attacking Kiba directly would bring a quicker end to the fight. Their movements became sharper, more focused. With a ruthless grin, Sakon struck, but just before the blow could land, Akamaru leaped in front of Kiba, taking the hit meant for her. The impact sent Akamaru skidding across the ground, yelping in pain, but in a moment of desperate defiance, the ninken unleashed a stream of acidic pee, hitting Sakon square in the eyes.
Sakon screamed, clawing at his face as the acid burned his eyes, his vision immediately blurring. "You mutt!" he howled, writhing on the ground as his hands clutched his scorched face, his once confident expression now one of agony and rage.
Kiba, too weak to stand, fell to her knees beside Akamaru, her heart heavy with guilt and fear. She reached out to her partner, whispering a quiet apology, but her voice was trembling, her strength fading fast. "Akamaru... I'm sorry."
In that moment of vulnerability, Ukon seized the opportunity. He activated his signature jutsu, Body Invasion, and merged with Kiba's body. Kiba's eyes widened in horror as Ukon's presence invaded her mind, his malicious intent seeping into every corner of her consciousness. Her body was no longer her own, her muscles frozen in place as Ukon's cold laughter echoed in her head.
Desperate and helpless, Kiba screamed, her voice filled with pain as she writhed on the ground. Her strength was gone, her will to fight rapidly crumbling under Ukon's control.
Cut to Malik's Mansion
Back at Malik's mansion, the air was tense, the atmosphere around the bathhouse turned pool heavy with anticipation. Malik, lounging in the water with his fiancée—Sakura, along with Mikoto Uchiha, and Kushina Uzumaki—had been watching the battle unfold through the magic screen. His usually relaxed expression shifted into something far more intense as he witnessed Kiba's agony.
Malik's body stiffened. His gaze locked onto the screen as he saw Ukon merge with Kiba. His heart pounded in his chest. "Not my Furry Princess," he muttered, the words laced with a mixture of protectiveness and fury.
Sakura, noticing the shift in Malik's demeanor, glanced down at him. "Malik…?"
But Malik was already standing, water cascading off his body as he shifted into his true form—a Flamingold Incubus, a being of raw passion and power. His skin took on a golden sheen, his wings unfurling behind him, each feather glowing pink and gold. His deep black hair, streaked with glimmers of gold, flowed down his back as his glowing pink eyes burned with determination.
Mikoto and Kushina gasped softly, their eyes drawn to his transformation, while Sakura simply stared at him with a mix of surprise and concern.
Malik's pink, glowing gaze never wavered from the screen. His magic surged through his body as he summoned every ounce of his power. "I gave up my ability to self-heal for this," he growled, his voice low but resolute. He had been waiting for this moment, for the chance to use the power he had sacrificed so much for: the Spell of Purification.
Reaching deep into his connection with Kiba—an unbreakable bond forged through love—Malik focused all his energy. He didn't have the spell yet, but he knew he could force it into existence through sheer willpower. He wanted it. He needed it.
He demanded it.
With a fierce shout, Malik unleashed a blast of pure love and purity through their connection. His power surged across the distance, bypassing the barriers of space and time, straight into Kiba's body.
Back in the Battle
Ukon, still merged with Kiba's body, felt a sudden and overwhelming force invading his being. His eyes widened in shock as a warm, golden light enveloped him, flooding every inch of Kiba's body. The energy was unlike anything he had ever encountered—it wasn't just power; it was love, protection, and purity.
"What... is this?!" Ukon screamed as the light intensified, forcing him out of Kiba's body. His form was violently expelled, sent flying through the air, crashing into the ground several feet away. He groaned in pain, his body trembling from the force of the purification magic.
Kiba, suspended in the air by Malik's power, could feel his presence. She felt his warmth, his love, his strength embracing her from behind. Though Malik wasn't there physically, she could sense his arms around her, holding her close. His voice whispered softly in her ear, "I've got you, my Snuggle Pup."
A soft kiss on her cheek sent waves of comfort through her exhausted body. Slowly, Kiba's wounds began to heal, her strength returning as her pain ebbed away. Akamaru, too, was healed by Malik's magic, his injuries disappearing as he lay peacefully beside her. A deep sense of peace washed over them, and soon, sleep took them both, their bodies resting on the soft earth.
Sakon, still blinded and struggling to recover, stumbled toward Ukon. "Ukon!" he cried, his voice strained with pain and worry. "What happened?"
Ukon, still dazed from the purification, looked up at his brother, his expression one of disbelief. "It… it was her. No… it was him."
Sakon shock his head, " Our lady Orochimaru did worn us about him . . .,"
Sakon turned his head toward where Kiba and Akamaru had been lying, but to his shock, they were gone. The forest was silent, the air still. His enemies had vanished.
Sakon and Ukon stood there in the quiet of the morning, their minds racing with confusion. They had underestimated the bond between Malik and Kiba—something more powerful than any curse seal or jutsu they had ever encountered.
And now, they were left alone, the dawn breaking over the horizon, marking their defeat.
Sakon and Ukon, with Sakon's vision still blurred from Akamaru's acidic assault, stumbled across the river in search of their enemy. Ukon, keeping a vigilant eye out for any sign of Kiba and Akamaru, found his patience wearing thin. They had underestimated their opponents, and now they were on the defensive.
Neither brother noticed the quiet figure moving high up in the trees, concealed among the branches. Kankurō was perched with ease, watching the twins below with a careful, tactical eye. She carried the unconscious bodies of Kiba and Akamaru, her hands moving swiftly but silently. Malik's voice echoed in her mind, full of gratitude.
"Thank you, Kankurō," Malik sent to her mentally, his voice carrying a warmth she wasn't used to hearing.
She gave a half-smirk, shrugging it off mentally but still acknowledging the gratitude. "It's my mission, after all. Besides, keeping good relations between the Hidden Leaf and the Hidden Sand is important." Then, a softer tone entered her thoughts, her face slightly flushed as she added, "Plus… as your future wife, doing small things like this is just part of the job."
Kankurō suddenly felt the sensation of a warm kiss on her cheek, Malik's affectionate response flowing through their connection. "Thank you again, love."
Her expression softened as she smiled despite herself, but she quickly shook it off. She had a job to do. With her puppeteer outfit—a black, baggy full-body suit with the signature red and yellow circle on her chest—Kankurō looked like a dark shadow as she quietly concealed Kiba and Akamaru high in the trees. She found a perfect spot, camouflaging the two beneath layers of foliage, their sleeping bodies safe and hidden.
Once Kiba briefly stirred, she looked up at Kankurō, her groggy voice asking, "Where are the others? I can scent them."
Kankurō leaned in, keeping her voice calm and low. "They went ahead to help your other friends. Don't worry, they're fine. Rest now. You've earned it."
Kiba gave a small smile, trusting Kankurō's words, and drifted back to sleep. Once she was sure they were safely concealed, Kankurō turned her attention to the real fight.
On the Ground
Ukon was still searching through the trees when Kankurō made her move. She summoned Karasu, her puppet, into the fight. Karasu was a formidable puppet, its three-eyed, four-armed humanoid form a terrifying sight, especially with its jagged teeth and spiked hair. The puppet crept through the trees, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
Kankurō silently controlled Karasu, guiding it toward Ukon with precision. The puppet moved swiftly, attacking Ukon from the shadows with a flurry of strikes. Ukon barely had time to react before Karasu's assault overwhelmed him, forcing him to stumble back in retreat.
Just as Kankurō thought she had the upper hand, Sakon, who had regained some of his vision, launched a surprise attack from behind. He grabbed Karasu's shoulder, activating his Parasite Demon Demolition Technique in an attempt to merge with Kankurō's body.
But as soon as he attempted to fuse, Sakon realized something was off. The body he grabbed didn't react like a living human. His eyes widened in horror as the puppet's head turned sharply toward him, its lifeless eyes gleaming.
"You didn't grab me," Kankurō's voice rang out from behind him, cold and confident. "You grabbed my puppet, Kuroari."
Kuroari, with its barrel-like body and disheveled appearance, had taken Kankurō's place. As Sakon realized his mistake, the puppet's arms and legs shot out, blades extending from hidden compartments, impaling Sakon before he could escape.
"Ukon!" Sakon screamed as blood splattered from the sudden, brutal attack. Ukon, hearing his brother's cry, rushed over but found himself face-to-face with Karasu, who had reappeared to block his path.
"You're both done," Kankurō said, her voice steady as she manipulated her puppets with masterful precision. With a swift motion, Karasu pushed Ukon into Kuroari's awaiting embrace, sealing both brothers inside its belly.
Kankurō didn't hesitate. With a flick of her fingers, she activated her most deadly technique: Black Secret Technique: Machine One Shot. Karasu's limbs extended, plunging multiple blades into Kuroari's body, directly targeting both brothers trapped inside.
The twin brothers screamed in agony as the blades impaled them, but before the final blow could land, a sudden and strange light erupted from within the puppet.
Back at Malik's Mansion
As Kankurō's attack landed, a sudden flash of light filled Malik's magic screen, causing even him to raise an eyebrow in surprise. His Fiancée—Sakura with Mikoto, and Kushina—looked at the screen with confusion.
"What was that?" Sakura asked, her eyes narrowing.
Malik, who had been watching closely, was equally baffled. But then, a soft, familiar glow surrounded him, one that he recognized immediately.
The magic screen flashed, and before his eyes, Malik's Magic System appeared:
Magic System Notification
New Skill Unlocked:
Purification Lv 13
Heal and purify those who are afflicted.
A grin spread across Malik's face as he read the notification. But it wasn't just the new skill that caught his attention. There was something else, something far more ominous lurking beneath the surface of this power. His instinct told him that the purification had come at a cost—one that wasn't immediately apparent.
Deep down, Malik knew that the purification wasn't simply a gift for healing Kiba and Ukon's forced possession. It had taken something from the twins as well. The intense energy from the Black Secret Technique had triggered something within them, something tied to their cursed seal and the dark energy they had carried.
Back on the Battlefield
Kankurō, still confused by the bright light inside Kuroari, didn't waste any time pondering over it. The battle was won, and Sakon and Ukon's bodies were no longer within the puppet. As their last breaths escaped, Kankurō shrugged, taking Malik's advice to not worry about it too much. Whatever the flash was, it was over now.
She closed her eyes briefly, sending a mental message to Malik, "Thanks for the help. Looks like whatever that was, it's done now."
"Good job, my love," Malik's voice responded warmly. "You did great."
Kankurō chuckled softly, shaking her head. "Yeah, yeah. Just another day's work."
With that, she turned and headed off to regroup with the others, her mind already preparing for whatever battle might come next.