Chapter 160

“You imbecile!” His father yelled, throwing him on the floor as he began to pummel him with punches. “You did this! You killed her! You’re a curse! A murderer!

He continued to rain down punches and slaps all over Raiden's quivering little body. “I hate you! Bring her back, you killer! Bring her back!”

The beating continued for a while, until his father got tired and began to cry. “Why wasn't it you? Why did she have to leave? Why? Why did you leave me, Kushina…”

Little Raiden had cried from the pain, yes—but more from the ache in his chest. More from his father's hurtful words.

Tired, his father stood up and left him there, bleeding and cold.

Unknowingly, due to the unpleasant memories, Raiden had clenched his fists. His face was plain, expressionless, but his eyes contained burning hatred.

Then, somewhere in that chaos of memory, Raiden felt a sudden warmth on his skin.