From White Fang's tone, Orochimaru could already sense a faint killing intent.
It was something he had never sensed from Ruohuo.
Every time Ruohuo struck, he was decisive, using the blazing Will of Fire to burn everything to ashes.
But White Fang... he was a keen blade, white fangs sinking into his enemies' vital points!
There was no doubt.
White Fang had already guessed some things.
Orochimaru had reason to suspect that White Fang also intended to reclaim something...
And given Elder Danzo's personality...
"Sakumo..."
Orochimaru watched White Fang's retreating figure, his brows furrowed.
"Don't worry, Orochimaru."
"I still plan to have Kakashi practice his swordsmanship properly and see if he can catch up to this little brat. Ha ha!"
White Fang turned around with a hearty laugh, then vanished with a Body Flicker Technique.
He was heading straight for Danzo.
Orochimaru wasn't entirely at ease.
His teacher's "test" was already clear. He had to resolve this incident perfectly. No matter what happened later, there absolutely couldn't be a conflict today...
Then I'll just have to make you back down, Elder Danzo.
Orochimaru made his decision without delay.
Orochimaru had never been one to hesitate.
He could always find the path most advantageous to himself in the shortest time.
Including now.
"Minato, a word." Orochimaru called out. He had authority to give orders to Minato Team.
Whoosh!
Minato Team immediately assembled.
Their captain, Minato, stood three meters away from Ruohuo. He sneaked a glance at him, got glared at, then quickly turned to Orochimaru.
"Lord Orochimaru."
"Mm..." Orochimaru nodded and pointed to the group on their left.
"Fugaku, the Uchiha Clan leader, has gone the wrong way. Sorry for the trouble, but please guide them so they can meet up with Elder Danzo."
"We'll catch up shortly."
After speaking, Orochimaru