Uchiha Yū did not join the two of them for drinks. He needed to get himself into condition and prepare for the sage's trial.
"Orochimaru-sensei really thinks highly of me."
Uchiha Yū found himself deep within a fog. After learning that radiation abilities were hidden within nature, Orochimaru had thought of sage chakra. His own aptitude had been limited, and he had ultimately failed the White Snake Sage's trial, but that did not mean Uchiha Yū could not pass it.
"You are my most prized disciple. Besides, the Uchiha Clan has a natural resistance to genjutsu. I believe you can absolutely do it with your strength."
Orochimaru stared into the distant fog. Ryūchi Cave was filled with danger at every step. Only because he had formed a contract with Ryūchi Cave and brought sacrifices when he came to take the trial had he avoided being eaten.
He hoped Uchiha Yū could pass the White Snake Sage's trial.
The two figures disappeared completely into the mist. With the fog spreading everywhere, one could not see a hand in front of one's face. Fortunately, Orochimaru led the way ahead.
A faint castle emerged from the fog. Even the outermost decorations alone could be called priceless. Outside the castle floated a woman. Seeing that it was Orochimaru, she said with a bored expression, "So it was your scent. What a pity I can't eat you."
Tagorihime was one of Ryūchi Cave's higher-ups, an elder-level trusted confidante of the White Snake Sage. She was also in charge of the first stage of Snake Sage Art training. Of course, anyone who failed to pass the first stage would be eaten by her.
"One must be extremely careful when dealing with you. I have no desire to become your after-dinner dessert."
Orochimaru's eyes were full of