Heart-Devouring Soul-Locking Seal?
Lin Ze frowned. The name alone sounded vicious and sinister.
There had been no such thing in the original story. It was probably another evil forbidden technique Orochimaru had devised.
After hearing this, Danzo also furrowed his brows and sank into thought.
He was indeed worried that Lin Ze would go back on his word, but Orochimaru's words also gave him doubts.
Why is Orochimaru so wary of Lin Ze? He even thinks a verbal promise isn't enough and insists on planting such a vicious cursed seal?
Could it be... Lin Ze is even stronger than I know? Does he still have hidden trump cards?
Danzo recalled the "Thunder Bagua" Lin Ze had used when they surrounded him that day, along with his seemingly endless bizarre abilities, and found himself somewhat convinced.
Looking at Lin Ze's grim expression, he felt that although Orochimaru's proposal went too far, it would indeed safeguard his interests to the greatest extent.
He had already made a mortal enemy of Lin Ze anyway. He might as well go all the way!
At that thought, a ruthless gleam flashed in Danzo's eyes, and he nodded.
"Orochimaru has a point. Lin Ze, to show your sincerity, do as he says."
"Accept the cursed seal, and I'll release them immediately!"
"Absolutely not!"
Lin Ze refused flatly, his eyes icy. "Put my life in your hands? Danzo, do you think I'd agree to those terms?"
Danzo seemed to have expected Lin Ze's refusal. Rather than getting angry, he merely signaled that Root member again.
"Ugh..."
Kurenai Yuhi let out a muffled groan of pain as the kunai at her neck pressed a little deeper.
Rei Uesugi was also forced to the ground by the Root member behind her. Her cheek pressed against the cold, damp earth