-----A FEW MONTHS AFTER THE EVENTS OF ASSASSIN ARC-----

The sun was setting in the Hidden Leaf Village as Tsukasa and Takashi stood face-to-face, ready for their final battle. Tsukasa pleaded with Takashi to reconsider his decision to leave the village and become a rogue ninja, but Takashi remained steadfast in his resolve.

"I can't stay here anymore, Tsukasa," Takashi said, his eyes hardened. "I need to find my own path, and that means leaving this place behind."

Tsukasa's Ketsuryūgan glinted in the fading light as he braced himself for the fight to come. "I can't let you go, Takashi," he said. "You're my friend, and I won't let you throw your life away like this."

Takashi didn't respond, but his body tensed and crackled with electricity as he activated his Lightning Chakra Release mode. With lightning-quick reflexes, he darted towards Tsukasa, who countered with a flurry of punches and kicks.

The two of them were evenly matched, their movements fluid and graceful as they exchanged blows. Tsukasa's Ketsuryūgan allowed him to see Takashi's movements before they happened, but Takashi's lightning chakra release gave him incredible speed and agility.

As they fought, the other members of their group gathered around them, watching anxiously. Naruto, Sasuke, and the others tried to intervene, but Tsukasa stopped them.

"This is something we have to settle between us," he said. "Let us fight."

The battle continued, and as the moon rose high in the sky, Takashi began to gain the upper hand. He landed a devastating blow on Tsukasa's abdomen, knocking the wind out of him.

Tsukasa staggered back, gasping for air, as Takashi stood before him, panting heavily. "Why won't you let me go?" he asked.

"Because you're important to me," Tsukasa said, struggling to stand. "We're friends, Takashi. We're supposed to look out for each other."

Takashi's expression softened for a moment, but then he shook his head. "I can't do it, Tsukasa," he said. "I have to go. I'm sorry."

And with that, he turned and fled into the night, leaving Tsukasa and the others behind.

Tsukasa collapsed to the ground, his body bruised and battered from the fight. Naruto and Sasuke rushed to his side, helping him up.

"Are you okay?" Naruto asked.

Tsukasa nodded, tears streaming down his face. "I just wish he could have stayed," he said.

Sasuke put a hand on Tsukasa's shoulder. "He'll come back," he said. "I know he will. Until then, we'll keep looking out for each other."

And with that, the group dispersed, each going their separate ways, but with the knowledge that they would always be there for each other, no matter what.

-------Before the Takashi vs Tsukasa Fight--------

Tsukasa and his friends were sitting around a table in the Hidden Leaf Village's meeting room, deep in discussion. They had just returned from their battle with Takashi, who had fled the village and become a rogue ninja. Tsukasa was troubled, as he had always seen Takashi as a close friend and comrade.

"We need to bring Takashi back to the village," Tsukasa said firmly. "He's not a bad person, he's just lost his way."

"But how are we going to do that?" Naruto asked. "He's incredibly powerful, and he won't come back without a fight."

"We'll have to fight him," Sasuke said, his voice cold and determined. "If that's what it takes to bring him back, then so be it."

"But we can't just go in blindly," Hinata interjected. "We need a plan."

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Everyone nodded in agreement, and they began to discuss strategies. Tsukasa suggested that they gather intelligence on Takashi's current whereabouts and condition, while Sakura suggested that they enlist the help of other skilled ninja in the village.

They eventually came up with a plan to track down Takashi and confront him. Tsukasa and Sasuke would take the lead in the battle, while the others provided backup and support. Hinata and Hanabi would use their Byakugan to keep tabs on Takashi's movements, while Naruto and Sai used their tracking abilities to follow his trail.

As they prepared to set out on their mission, Tsukasa looked around at his friends with a sense of determination. "We will bring Takashi back, no matter what it takes," he declared. "We owe it to him and to ourselves to do everything in our power to save him."

With that, the group set out, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.

---AFTER WHAT HAPPENED BEFORE TAKASHI VS EVERYONE---

As Takashi stood in front of his former friends, he looked at them with a mix of sadness and determination. He knew what he had to do, even if it meant hurting the people he once called comrades.

Tsukasa, Naruto, Sasuke, and the others stood ready to face him. They knew that Takashi was a powerful ninja, and they were prepared for a difficult battle.

"Takashi, please come back to the village with us," Tsukasa said, his voice filled with emotion. "We can work this out together."

But Takashi simply shook his head. "I can't go back, not after what I've done. I have to pay for my sins, and this is the only way."

With that, the battle began. Takashi moved with incredible speed and agility, dodging the attacks of his former friends and striking back with lightning-fast punches and kicks.

Naruto and Sasuke worked together, using their combined strength to try and take down Takashi. But he was too fast, too skilled. He countered every move they made, his eyes filled with a fierce determination.

Tsukasa fought with all his might, using his Ketsuryūgan to predict Takashi's movements and strike at his weaknesses. But even he found it difficult to keep up with Takashi's speed and agility.

As the battle raged on, it became clear that Takashi had the upper hand. He was too powerful, too skilled. And as much as they didn't want to admit it, Tsukasa and the others knew that they were outmatched.

In the end, it was Takashi who emerged victorious. He stood panting, his clothes torn and his body covered in sweat and bruises. His former friends lay scattered around him, battered and beaten.

"Takashi, please," Tsukasa said, struggling to his feet. "Don't do this. We can find a way to make things right."

But Takashi simply shook his head. "It's too late for that now. I have to leave, and I have to do it alone. But know that I will always remember our time together, and I will always cherish the memories we made."

With that, Takashi turned and walked away, disappearing into the trees. Tsukasa and the others watched him go, their hearts heavy with sadness and regret. They knew that they had lost a valuable friend and comrade, and that they may never see him again.

Takashi stood alone in a desolate wasteland, the wind howling around him as he contemplated his future. He knew he needed to become stronger, stronger than he ever had been before. He couldn't do it alone, and he knew the only way to obtain the power he sought was to join the Akatsuki.

"I must join them," he said to himself. "I have no other choice."

With a determined look on his face, Takashi made his way to the nearest Akatsuki hideout, where he was greeted by several members of the organization.

"Why do you seek to join us?" asked one of the members.

"I seek greater power," Takashi replied. "I know that I cannot achieve my goals on my own. I need the strength and support of the Akatsuki."

The members of the Akatsuki looked at each other, nodding in agreement.

"Very well," said the leader of the Akatsuki. "You may join us. But know this - you will be put to the test. You must prove yourself to us if you wish to stay."

Takashi nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. He knew he would have to work hard to earn the trust of the Akatsuki, but he was willing to do whatever it takes.

"I am ready," he said, clenching his fists. "I will do whatever it takes to become stronger."

And with that, Takashi began his journey as a member of the Akatsuki, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.

-------END OF ARC------

-------FILLER BEFORE THE NEXT ARC------

As Tsukasa, Hinata, and Hanabi were gazing at the sky, they heard someone approaching them. It was a Jonin named Dai, who seemed to be in a bad mood. Without any reason, Dai started to bother the trio, making jokes and teasing them.

Tsukasa's friends from the previous scene would joke about Dai's behavior, saying that Tsunade would demote him for leaving his duties as a Jonin. As they laughed, Tsunade suddenly appeared behind Dai and smacked him on the head.

"Looks like you'll be demoted to a Chunin, Dai," Tsunade said with a stern expression.

This made Dai even more angry, causing him to try to strike Tsunade. However, Tsukasa stepped in and protected her, using the Taijutsu combo that Sasuke always does.

"You shouldn't act like that, Dai. Especially towards Lady Tsunade," Tsukasa said firmly.

Dai was surprised by Tsukasa's skills and felt embarrassed for his previous behavior. Tsunade was also grateful for Tsukasa's help and saw him as a younger brother.

The other members of the group, including Naruto, Sasuke, and Hinata, all praised Tsukasa for his actions. They then continued to talk and joke around, enjoying each other's company as the sun began to set.