At those words, both Orochimaru and Sasuke wore expressions of disbelief.
Orochimaru's serpentine pupils contracted sharply. He had expected Toru Kujyo to demand an outrageous price, imposing all sorts of harsh conditions or even asking him to pay with his life. But all Toru Kujyo wanted was his help in teaching Sasuke senjutsu?
To him, this was practically a gift from heaven! Not only could he observe Sasuke's transformation into a sage and gather valuable research data, but he could also obtain the Shinigami Mask he had dreamed of possessing!
Sasuke's heart gave a sudden jolt. As he looked at Toru Kujyo, his shock was overshadowed by a tangle of emotions he could not put into words. This man was actually willing to give up such a precious treasure for him!
The Shinigami Mask could restore the arms of Orochimaru, the man he loathed most, and even allow him to use forbidden techniques to resurrect the dead! Toru Kujyo was willing to trade it for a chance for him to master senjutsu?
Sasuke unconsciously clenched his fists. The wariness and anger he had always felt toward Toru Kujyo were quietly replaced, in that moment, by something called gratitude. Though he said nothing, deep down, his opinion of Toru Kujyo underwent a profound change.
Orochimaru's gaze swept back and forth between Orochimaru and Sasuke. He saw the fleeting emotion in Sasuke's eyes, as well as the calculation buried deep in Toru Kujyo's gaze. In the end, however, he suppressed his doubts. This deal offered him everything to gain and nothing to lose.
"Fine!" Orochimaru agreed without hesitation, a trace of barely concealed excitement in his voice. "I accept! Kabuto Yakushi!"
Kabuto Yakushi understood immediately. He stepped forward and swiftly formed hand seals. With a pop and a puff of white smoke,