Sasuke's Defection Arc / Facing the Sound Four

Shizune, who was barely noticeable behind her and was holding a pig, was also happy for Tsunade, who could finally say goodbye to being chased by creditors.

At the same time.

Sasuke, still in Konoha, was becoming increasingly dissatisfied. Staying in Konoha Kakashi was no longer a way for him to quickly become stronger!

The gap between him and Naruto is widening; if this continues, will he still be able to defeat that man?

This sense of urgency also made him turn his gaze to Asuramaru inside his body, and he immediately asked tentatively.

"Asuramaru, do you have a way to make me stronger quickly?"

At that moment, Sasuke felt a sudden darkness before his eyes, and his consciousness was instantly pulled into the spiritual world.

I set foot once again at the place where the sky meets the sea.

Not far away, Orochimaru, Binding Vow in place, was probing with various questions, "Is there really no possibility that my hand can be restored?"

At this moment, Orochimaru's hands, which had been suppressed, had also disappeared.

Bored, Asuramaru, wearing glasses and looking at the book in his hands, calmly replied, "The soul in your hand has already been taken away by the Death God."

There is no way to restore your hands except by snatching them back from the clutches of Death God.

Upon hearing this, Orochimaru cautiously probed.

"Even you can't do it?"

These continuous probing prompted Asuramaru to retort in an annoyed manner.

"Of course I can restore your hands, but why should I help you? Don't forget, if Sasuke hadn't used the Cursed Seal, I would have wiped you out by now."

Chapter 264 Sasuke's Defection Arc

Just then, Asuramaru waved his hand, and Sasuke appeared in front of the two of them.

Upon seeing Orochimaru again, Sasuke's cold and arrogant gaze didn't linger on him for long; instead, he immediately turned to ask a question.

"Asuramaru, do you have any way to make me stronger quickly?!"

When Sasuke asked him a question, Asuramaru could sense the torment he was going through, and immediately smiled and reminded him.

"While I admire your desire for revenge, gaining power comes at a price, and that's something even I can't change."

Upon hearing this, Sasuke understood the implication and pressed for an answer without hesitation, "What price do I need to pay to become stronger quickly?"

Even Orochimaru was interested in this.

After all, Naruto Uzumaki was so incredibly strong that it was astonishing, and he was curious about how he had managed to become so powerful.

They met the intense gazes of the two people above them.

Asuramaru waved his hand.

After sending Orochimaru away, he slowly spoke, "For me, there are many ways to make you stronger quickly, but the easiest of them is killing!"

"As long as I kill, I can transfer some of the power within me Nourishment to you."

Upon hearing this, Sasuke was immediately startled.

Becoming stronger by killing?

This is absolutely outrageous!

However, Asuramaru continued, "But the more wicked and powerful the killer, the more power I can Nourishment to you!"

This is not a limitation for Sasuke at all.

After all, he still has his bottom line and wouldn't wantonly slaughter innocent people for revenge.

Besides, he couldn't help but get excited, after all, the ninja world lacks everything, but it has no shortage of heinous bandits and rogue ninjas!

But he soon became troubled again.

If he stayed in Konoha, he would never be able to kill to his heart's content.

After explaining the situation, Asuramaru pulled Orochimaru back, and they reappeared there.

Orochimaru looked somewhat resentful; he really wanted to know what method he had used to become so strong so quickly.

At this moment, Asuramaru waved his hand and reminded him, "I've already told you the method; what you do next is none of my business."

"I see.

Sasuke noticed Orochimaru's troubled expression and immediately realized what was going on.

That was until Sasuke was sent away.

Orochimaru then tentatively asked again, "If I take over Sasuke's body, will I be able to gain your approval?"

Has it finally arrived?

Asuramaru had been waiting for this for a long time, just for Orochimaru to say those words!

After all, it would be too difficult for Sasuke to quickly become stronger if he stayed in Konoha; it would be much faster for him to stay outside with Orochimaru.

With this thought in mind, he replied in a deep voice.

"I am currently residing in this body. If you can pass the test, I will naturally acknowledge your status as the Sword Master."

Upon hearing this, Orochimaru gave a wicked smile.

He coveted Sasuke's body more and more, but his severely injured body wouldn't last much longer.

If Sasuke isn't found immediately, he'll have no choice but to hastily undergo reincarnation.

Meanwhile, Orochimaru, who was in the underground base of Sound Village, suddenly opened his eyes, stuck out his long, wet tongue, licked his lips, and looked at the person in front of him.

"Kabuto, notify the Sound Four and Kimimaro to go to Konoha Sasuke back!"

"Yes, Orochimaru."

Dou, with white hair and round-framed glasses, replied in a deep voice, then turned and left.

Orochimaru was left alone, using his long tongue to continue flipping through the scrolls that recorded the secrets of the Uzumaki Clan, trying to find a way to regain his hands.

Everything was proceeding smoothly according to Asuramaru's plan.

Meanwhile, several days passed.

With the help of Jiraiya and the other person, Tsunade finally overcame her hemophobia, and the group returned to Konoha together.

Jiraiya and the others immediately headed to the Hokage Tower.

Naruto chose to go to the training ground alone, and upon arriving there, he saw Sasuke suddenly appear in his sight.

He immediately stepped forward and greeted her with a smile.

"Long time no see, Sasuke. Want to train together?"

Upon looking towards the source of the sound and seeing who it was, Sasuke's somewhat arrogant gaze swept over, and he said in a deep voice, "Can I have a serious fight with your true form?"

This earnest request took Naruto somewhat by surprise.

However, he quickly responded.

"Sure."

"Thank you so much, Naruto..."

Their Sasuke, armed with kunai, stood ready for battle.

He wanted to see how he fared compared to Naruto!

Naruto also drew his Tri-Pronged Kunai.

After a brief silence, the two attacked almost simultaneously, but Sasuke's close combat was quickly overwhelmed by Naruto.

Until Sasuke, activated the power of the Cursed Seal, his body covered in special patterns, and his power was rapidly increased.

However, he was still suppressed by Naruto.

During their fight, Sasuke increasingly felt the gap between them, and in a fit of anger, he directly activated the second state of the Cursed Seal.

From behind her grew a pair of gray, connected wings that resembled a puff, and her long, jet-black hair turned blue.

A jet-black cross pattern appeared on his nose, indicating a qualitative leap in his power.

Seeing Sasuke's condition, Naruto quickly asked, "Sasuke, are you really sure you can use that power?"

What I received in return for my concern was a single sentence from Sasuke.

"I feel great now!"

Arcs of electricity erupted from his hand, as if Chidori were singing in unison.

Sensing the opponent's state, Naruto's expression also turned serious, and he instantly shot forward with his Tri-Pronged Kunai in hand.

Sasuke, meanwhile, activated his Sharingan and charged straight at Naruto, wielding Chidori.

"Chidori!"

Even Naruto felt the pressure when faced with such a fierce attack.

But the next moment...

A flash of golden light appeared.

He left behind a Tri-Pronged Kunai and vanished instantly.

Sasuke, however, swept past it and snapped the ancient tree in front of him with a single blow.

Naruto reappeared behind him, patted Sasuke on the shoulder, and said with a smile.

"It seems I won, but only by a narrow margin."

But Sasuke heard only Naruto's words of comfort, yet he was still grateful to Naruto for making him realize the gap between them.

"Thank you so much this time, Naruto..."

He turned around, thanked her, and then released the Cursed Seal.

Upon hearing this, Naruto smiled brightly.

"No need to thank me, it's nothing for friends to help each other out."

Until nightfall.

The two then parted ways again.

Back in the deserted clan compound, Sasuke sat alone in the corridor, gazing at the night sky.

But it was at this very moment...

Four figures suddenly appeared in front of him; they were none other than the Sound Four he had seen before.

Chapter 265 Facing the Sound Four

Upon seeing the newcomers, Sasuke immediately stood up, activated his Sharingan, and looked at them warily, coldly saying, "You guys, you still dare to come to Konoha?!"

Once you've made a move, you must take action.

But the only woman among them, Tayuya, interrupted first, saying, "We're here to tell you that if you want power, you can go find Orochimaru!"

"Do you want me to defect from Konoha?"

Sasuke was also aware of Orochimaru's thoughts.

That would mean taking over his own body, but he also desperately wanted to leave Konoha and become stronger as quickly as possible.

Not far away, Sakon and Ukon chimed in, tempting him, "You can't become stronger if you're trapped in the village's cage."

"Come with us, Orochimaru will give you power!" Tayuya extended the invitation again.

"What a dawdling act! All you ever do is play those decadent games with your friends in the village?" the obese Jirobo rebuked coldly.

Sasuke neither accepted nor refused their invitations; his resolve was wavering.

The others also noticed this, so they gave him some time to think it over before leaving.

Sasuke was left alone in the courtyard, seeking an answer, and asked, "Asuramaru, will you stop Orochimaru from taking over my body?"