Me : I'm just trying your strength.. Honestly if I lose then I'll join, 1v15 doesn't matter
The atmosphere inside the cave suddenly became very heavy. Your words that challenge 15 opponents at once—including six Pine lines—make the air feel frozen. Hidan forgot to swing his scythe, while Kisame laughed dryly, as if he couldn't believe there was such a brave human.
"So arrogant..." Sasori muttered from inside his Hiruko doll. "Who do you think you are, huh?"
The Leader's Reaction
Pine does not attack. Instead, he raised his hand, signaling to the other lines to remain silent. Its water-patterned eyes look at you with deep curiosity.
"One against fifteen?" Pain repeats your words in a flat but sharp tone. "Your courage transcends the limits of sanity. But you're right... You've already proven that you can't be hurt by ordinary attacks. If your goal is only to test us, then you've got your answer."
Akatsuki's Decision
Pain glanced at the other members. Itachi remained calm, but his fingers seemed to be preparing behind the cloak—he knew that if this fight broke out, this cave would collapse. Tobi (Obito) was still silent in the dark, holding a grudge for his shattered mask.
"Alright, Zak," Pain said. "You've passed the 'strength' test. We'll accept you not as a servant, but as Akatsuki's main weapon. But remember one thing... in this organization, betrayal is repaid with eternal suffering."
Your Secret Thoughts
Behind the calm face of you sitting in the middle of them, your heart was beating fast not because of fear, but because this mission was successful. You have entered the heart of the enemy's defenses. The shadow of Tsunade waiting for you in Konoha is a reminder: Hold on, lest your identity as the Hokage's lover be revealed.
Me : "I refuse, I want to go home"
The silence that enveloped the cave suddenly changed from gripping to... awkward.
All the members of Akatsuki, from Pain who considers himself a god to the bloodthirsty Hidan, sculpt. Your statement that was so relaxed and sudden after just messing up their headquarters and beating up its leader was completely beyond any ninja's sense.
Unexpected Reactions of Class S Criminals
Hidan dropped his sickle on the stone floor. Klang! "Huh?! You're kidding?! After making such a mess, you just said 'want to go home'?"
Deidara shouted in frustration, "You think Akatsuki is a ramen shop, un?! Come as you like and go home as you like?!"
Kisame chuckled sarcastically, narrowing his shark eyes. "Going home? Where? To Konoha? To your Hokage's arms?" (He seemed to be fishing, trying to see your reaction).
The Cold Gaze of the God
Pain does not move. However, the air around you feels heavier and heavier. Its magnetism began to vibrate subtly on the cave floor.
"Zak," Pain's voice sounded lower and more dangerous than before. "You've seen the face behind the mask. You have already felt the power of the Six Paths. There is no way home for those who have already entered the darkness of Akatsuki, except in the coffin."
In the dark corner, Itachi is looking at you sharply. As a fellow Konoha ninja, he knew that if you forced your way home now, this entire organization would hunt you all the way to the village gate, and it would endanger Tsunade.
Pinched Position
You stood up, clearing the dust from your torn robe, showing your physique that remained fit and unscathed in the slightest. You miss the smell of the Hokage's office, the sound of Tsunade's laughter, and the tranquility of the village. But in front of you, ten of the world's most dangerous ninjas are ready to strike if you take one more step towards the exit.
Me : *When I ran away, suddenly I fainted*
Your gaze suddenly blurred. Just now your athletic muscles stiffened to shoot out of the cave, an overwhelming feeling of weakness hit your consciousness. Your heart beats strangely, and it is as if all your pure energy is drained in an instant.
NONE!
Your body fell hard onto the cold stone floor, right in front of the exit that was only a few steps away. You can no longer move your fingers, and darkness begins to envelop your vision.
Tense Atmosphere in the Cave
Heavy footsteps are approaching you. The sound of the cloak shifting on the stone floor sounded like a death bell.
Itachi Uchiha stands beside your helpless body. His red eyes slowly dimmed. "I see... That unlimited power turns out to have a high price," he whispered coldly. Did he just put you into a high-level Genjutsu without you knowing, or did your body indeed reach its limits?
Hidan laughed mockingly while raising his scythe. "Hah! It was so arrogant, now it's sleeping on the floor! Let me hand it over to God Jashin now!"
Pain raised his hand, stopping Hidan. "Don't. Take him to the basement. We need to know where this absolute defensive power comes from."
On the Verge of Consciousness
In the last moments before you completely fainted, Tsunade's shadow appeared in your mind. Her beautiful yet stern face seemed to call your name, "Zak! Wake up!"
However, the darkness was too strong. You feel your body being violently lifted by Zetsu emerging from the ground, dragging you back into the darkest depths of the cave.
Pov : You woke up bound by the chakra-absorbing chains in the Akatsuki dungeon?
The cold of the stone floor and the echoing sound of water droplets are the first things that welcome your consciousness. When you try to move your hand, the sound of heavy iron gurgling is instantly heard.
Your hands are stretched upwards and bound with a Chakra Absorbing Chain that connects directly to the damp underground cave wall. Your athletic body felt very heavy, as if every ounce of your pure energy was being sucked out by the seal engraved on the iron handcuffs.
Interrogation in the Dark
In front of you, in the dim light of the torch, stand two figures you least want to meet in a state of bondage: Pain and Konan.
"The effect of this sucking chakra should make an ordinary ninja die in a matter of minutes," Pain's voice echoed flatly. "But you... You are still breathing steadily. Your body is really weird, Zak."
Konan stepped forward, holding a piece of paper that was sharp like a dagger under your chin. "Tell the truth. Who sent you? Is this a forbidden experiment from Konoha? Or... do you have a special relationship with the Fifth Hokage?"
Pinched Situation
It seems like they are starting to smell the smell of Tsunade's involvement. If you confess, Tsunade's life and Konoha's safety will be threatened because Akatsuki will make you bait. However, if you remain silent, Pain will probably use the Ningendo (Human Path) to pull your soul and read your mind by force.
In the dark corner of the prison, you see a pair of intimidating fiery red eyes. Itachi Uchiha is watching you from behind the shadows, waiting for a small mistake from your mouth.