Huh?
Behind Orochimaru?
Though his mind had already gone blank, Kakashi, who had continued watching Orochimaru's every move, narrowed his eyes and keenly caught the fact that something was wrong with Orochimaru.
Could it be...
Reinforcements? Did this little girl mean she was handing Orochimaru over to that person? The next moment, however, Kakashi's thoughts became crystal clear.
After all, Orochimaru's expression at that moment—that stiff expression—was far too obvious.
Even Second Pillar behind Kakashi could probably tell that someone was standing behind Orochimaru, and that this person was the one he least wanted to encounter!
In other words, this little girl was not merely being outrageous for the sake of it! Perhaps he really should take Sasuke and leave!
"Let's go!"
At that moment, Hada Anna did not even spare Orochimaru a glance. She turned directly to Kakashi and spoke.
She then made as if to head for the exit opposite Orochimaru—the other exit behind Kakashi.
As if the situation had already been decided, and even with her back to Orochimaru, he could no longer stir up any trouble.
It could be said that she completely ignored Orochimaru!
Her words made Kakashi look at Orochimaru once more. He saw the latter glance back, as though all his attention had instantly fallen on whoever stood behind him.
For some reason, Kakashi suddenly felt a little sympathy for Orochimaru.
Though he did not know who had arrived, he was certain that this person was someone Orochimaru deeply feared.
So much so that he could no longer spare a thought for Second Pillar.
"Alright!"
Having confirmed it, Kakashi wasted no words. As the lightning in his palm gradually faded, he acted with equal decisiveness. After replying, he grabbed Second Pillar from behind him and flashed away.
"I'll leave the rest to you,