Contempt beneath the bandages and the cowardice of giving up

The boy in black robes with white hair and arms wrapped in bandages came directly into their line of sight.

Standing to the side Naruto looked somewhat disheveled.

How did Naruto and his second brother suddenly appear together?

This question flashed through Sasuke's mind.

But given the current situation, there was no time for him to ask any more questions.

Gorō Satoru expressionlessly from the other end.

"That's disgusting."

Orochimaru's taste hasn't changed in all these years; it's incredibly low.

He looked away from the sticky liquid and the Giant Python, and glanced at something not far away.

After that glance, Gorō Satoru was filled with regret. Why did he have to be so foolish as to look at it for even a second?

Beneath a face that was both familiar and unfamiliar, a long snake tail trailed.

Orochimaru, with a strange expression, lay on the tree trunk, his snake-like eyes fixed on him.

What kind of underworld drama is this?

He touched the bandage, and his lips twitched.

How did he manage to convince himself to accept this half-human, half-snake appearance?

That disastrous look with the purple bow has actually been worn so brazenly?

The difference from before is too outrageous.

"It's you."

Orochimaru unearthed his past memories, his laughter chilling.

Hehehe...

"I'm so glad to have met you."

Since this guy's luck is so bad, I might as well send him on his way.

A chilling killing intent exploded from Orochimaru's body.

This time is completely different from the time in the exam hall.

The murderous intent was no longer concealed; it pressed down on Gorō Satoru relentlessly.

Such a fierce murderous aura!

This is much scarier than when we were testing each other earlier.

It's also become stronger.

Sasuke and Sakura were making their own judgments.

A hint of surprise flashed in Naruto's blue eyes.

His eyes immediately became alert.

This murderous aura is excessively strong!

It was even more terrifying than the exam!

Gorō Satoru's expression didn't even falter; he secretly shook his head.

If Orochimaru thought he could intimidate him with his murderous aura, he was mistaken.

He always used this tactic on others.

It's not original at all.

This kind of probing was completely useless against him.

He crossed his arms over his chest, leaned lazily against the tree, and smiled broadly.

"Oh, really?" he asked with a sincere expression.

How happy were they?

Orochimaru was momentarily speechless at her words.

This inexplicable tightness in my chest... it feels like I've felt this way somewhere before.

A flicker of confusion quickly crossed Orochimaru's eyes.

That's strange.

However, the fact that this ninja could withstand his murderous aura without changing his expression was somewhat beyond expectations.

Okay, if your skills are this satisfactory later, keeping you alive isn't a bad idea.

Orochimaru quickly made a decision in his mind.

Beside him, Sasuke was speechless at his second brother's bizarrely unexpected train of thought.

Is this the issue we should be concerned about now?

That guy over there is extremely dangerous.

Can you be serious for once, second brother?!

On second thought, could my second brother defeat that eerie ninja?

Thinking of his second brother's unreliable behavior, Sasuke began to feel uneasy.

He wouldn't come here to die with Naruto, would he?

He suppressed his racing heart and prepared himself to run away with Naruto at any moment.

At worst, we can just give up that Heaven Scroll; maybe that way we can...

Sakura, who was Gorō Satoru's sudden lame joke.

At this critical juncture, why are you still joking?

However, he was truly remarkable; he didn't even flinch at that eerie ninja.

It was as if he hadn't been touched by that murderous aura at all.

How did they manage that?

Ultimately, it's because they themselves are too weak that they were easily manipulated by the other party's imposing manner.

Naruto wasn't too surprised by any of this. He had already concluded that this person was very strong after being pulled out of the snake's mouth by Mr. Bandage.

In addition, he didn't have a clear understanding of other people's strength, so he didn't think it was a big deal.

Gorō Satoru stood with his arms crossed, a bright smile on his lips, his white hair swaying in the air.

"Tsk, auntie."

"Isn't this considered bullying a child?"

"I didn't realize you liked this kind of thing."

He stood slouching, yet his mouth was filled with merciless sarcasm.

Taking advantage of the adults' absence to show off and act arrogantly is a despicable tactic.

Even that bastard Shisui dared to stand up and say a few words.

Beneath the bandages, Gorō Satoru's Azure eyes suddenly sharpened.

"Yes, yes, yes, it looks like they're bullying us no matter how you look at it," Naruto chimed in.

"Now that we're here, we're going to give you a good beating."

That strange ninja attacked while he was away; he had to get his revenge.

Naruto's deep blue eyes seemed to be burning with fire.

Orochimaru's face grew increasingly dark from Gorō Satoru and Naruto's words.

Let's resolve this problem as soon as possible!

If this drags on any longer, it will really hinder his data collection.

Orochimaru's murderous aura surged, and his eyes grew even colder.

Sasuke, on the other side, keenly noticed his change.

The Sharingan was fixed intently on Orochimaru's every move.

What else can we do?

Even if both my second brother and Naruto joined, the situation might not be reversed.

If this continues, all four of them will perish here.

What else can we do?

Sasuke's gaze shifted back and forth, and finally, he made up his mind.

This is the only way.

"Wait a minute," Sasuke said, breaking the standoff.

He reached into his bag and pulled out a scroll.

"As for the scroll, here you go."

"Please, just take it and leave."

A hint of surprise flashed in Gorō Satoru's eyes.

Sasuke actually abandoned the mission?

Although he also felt that the task was not important.

Sasuke to make this decision must have been greatly frightened by Orochimaru.

It seems it's time to give Orochimaru a little something in return.

Gorō Satoru's Azure eyes flickered almost imperceptibly as he turned his head and spoke to Sasuke.

"Hey kid."

Don't harbor any illusions about dealing with the enemy.

Even if you give him the scroll, it won't help.

That guy looks like the type who'd take everything, pot and pan, without caring about anyone else's life or death.

Also, what kind of outrageous image do I have in your heart?

You don't trust me at all?

This really chills my heart.

"Sasuke, are you crazy?!" Naruto snapped.

"If you give the scroll to the enemy, will they let you go?"

Damn it, why did this guy do that?

Sasuke's face darkened, and he turned to Naruto.

"Shut up!"

What's he trying to achieve?

If it weren't for rescuing them, would I have gone to such lengths?

We were truly forced into this situation with no other choice.

Orochimaru observed his actions and a slow smirk crept onto his face.

He looked at Sasuke, drawing out his words.

"I see, that's interesting."

What can prey rely on in the face of a predator?

"The only option is to give up other prey in hopes of getting rid of the predator."

Orochimaru looked at Sasuke Uchiha with great interest.

I do have some ideas.

However, he didn't come here for a scroll.

I just wanted to see what the last Uchiha like.

Could I become his new vessel?

Sasuke hesitated for a moment, clutching the Heaven Scroll, before tossing it toward Orochimaru.

"Take it."

I just hope that once I accept the gifts, they won't cause any more trouble.

Gorō Satoru shook his head, watching this scene.

Orochimaru is a liar; all he does is bully children all day long.

Even after Sasuke threw the scroll over, he had no intention of letting the three of them go.

This person was never after the scrolls in the first place.

He Teuchi his Shuriken, which intercepted the Heaven Scroll with a bang in mid-air.

At the same moment, Naruto roared.

"You bastard, you must be a fake Sasuke!"

"The Sasuke I know is definitely not like you!"

"I have no idea just how strong this guy is."

"But who would let us go just because we handed over the scroll? Who's ever guaranteed something like that?"

"You're the one who's scared out of your wits!"