Mikoto: Something's not right!

Inside the room, Koki leaned against the bed, her eyes closed, looking exhausted. A sinister and eerie sound came from her ear, like the wind of the underworld in the dark night.

Upon hearing this voice, Koki's body trembled involuntarily, and a layer of fine goosebumps rose on her skin.

The voice definitely came from Orochimaru. He didn't speak, and an invisible chill permeated the silent air.

Mikoto walked slowly and lightly to Koki's side and whispered, "Koki, I'm so worried about you. Lady Tsunade isn't in the village, and I don't know what to do. I can only ask Lord Orochimaru for help."

She knew Orochimaru didn't have a good reputation, but in her desperation, she had no other choice.

However, what Mikoto didn't say was that what she saw and heard when she went to Orochimaru's laboratory truly shocked her.

The laboratory was filled with all sorts of strange experimental equipment, emitting a pungent odor. Various biological specimens hung on the walls, some of which were incomplete and creepy.

Even more chilling were the enormous containers filled with an unknown liquid, in which something seemed to be wriggling, a truly terrifying sight.

Mikoto never wants to set foot in that place again in her life.

Fortunately, the eccentric Orochimaru did not make things difficult for her. Instead, after hearing about Koki's situation, he quickly followed her here.

Mikoto was secretly relieved, but felt inexplicably confused by Orochimaru's actions.

Her mind was completely focused on Koki, and she didn't notice Orochimaru staring at them with greedy eyes from behind.

At this moment, Mikoto, with her back to Orochimaru, gently stroked Koki's forehead, all of which was observed by Itachi standing by the bed.

Itachi coldly observed this scene, his heart filled with disgust and wariness towards Orochimaru's repulsive behavior.

His gaze was like a sharp blade as he glared fiercely at Orochimaru, letting out a displeased sneer.

If it weren't for the fact that his brother's eyes needed Orochimaru's help, Itachi would never have allowed this person to get even a step closer to Koki.

Orochimaru hadn't missed Itachi's every move, but he feigned composure and asked, "When did he wake up?"

When it came to his brother's condition, Itachi had no time to think about anything else. He answered earnestly, "He woke up two hours ago. The rest of his body is fine, but he can't see. What happened?"

Orochimaru cautiously Earth Flow, scrutinizing her closely with sharp eyes. Then, he extended a hand emitting a pale blue light and hovered it in front of Koki's eyes.

Koki's eyes immediately felt a refreshing coolness, like a clear spring, which was incredibly comfortable.

A moment later, Orochimaru withdrew his hand, a hint of confusion flashing in his metallic eyes, his voice hoarse and deep. "No problem, everything is fine."

"What do you mean? If there's no problem, how come my brother can't see?" Itachi asked anxiously.

After saying that, he looked Orochimaru up and down, seemingly considering how much truth this cunning snake had to say. Itachi always maintained a high level of vigilance towards Orochimaru.

"It's alright, Itachi, I'm really fine."

Hearing her younger brother's question, Koki helplessly waved in his direction. Koki immediately ran forward and gently shook his older brother's hand in return.

Orochimaru's gaze, like that of an icy snake, fixed on the 'intense affection' between the two brothers, a mysterious smile playing on his lips.

"He's perfectly fine. I've examined him thoroughly; he's in excellent health, and there's nothing seriously wrong with his eyes."

"It seems like some unknown force has interfered with my sight, causing temporary blindness."

"For now!" Mikoto's eyes sparkled with joy. Could it mean that Koki again? How painful it must have been for her child to live in darkness!

Orochimaru continued to gaze at Koki, his eyes revealing a deep, probing look. "When she will see the light again is unpredictable. Perhaps tomorrow, maybe next month, maybe a year."

"A year?" Itachi murmured softly, looking at Koki with worried eyes. It really would take so long? How painful it must be for his brother to be unable to see!

"I'm really fine. Besides, I still have you all, right?" Koki smiled, trying to reassure those around her.

"Mmm!" Itachi gently pressed his brother's hand against his cheek, his bright eyes filled with intense emotions, as if he were looking at the whole world.

"Don't worry, brother, from now on I will be your eyes. Even if you... I will take care of you for the rest of my life." Itachi's voice trembled slightly, as he had already prepared for the worst.

Even the Orochimaru's gaze revealed a rare tenderness; his usually venomous and sinister eyes seemed to have melted with warmth at this moment.

Orochimaru himself didn't understand why seeing Koki like this stirred up feelings of pity in his heart.

Mikoto watched all this, her doubts deepened.

Itachi's deep and passionate emotions, so different from his usual calm and composed demeanor, greatly shocked her.

Even Orochimaru, who is usually as cold as ice, showed a look of heartache towards Koki, which puzzled her even more.

The fog in Mikoto's mind grew thicker and thicker, and many questions remained unanswered.

Because of Fugaku, Mikoto also knows Minato. He is always calm and rational, and can always make the wisest decisions in complicated situations.

However, recently, even Minato Koki, far exceeding his concern for Obito and Kakashi.

If his affection for Koki stemmed from a teacher-student relationship, why was he so Koki alone?

What kind of magic does her son possess that makes these people behave so abnormally?

The confusion in my heart was like a thick fog, and even details that I had never noticed before kept surfacing in my mind.

Shisui, Kakashi, and Obito are abnormally kind to Koki. They unconditionally obey and protect her. They are usually children with their own opinions, but in front of Koki, they only think about Koki.

That unconditional loyalty, unwavering devotion, and unwavering commitment still seem incredible when I think back on it.

Not only that, but also Koki's classmate, Hayate, has come over countless times these past few days, each time eagerly inquiring about Koki's condition.

And that kid from the Hyuga Clan, he came all this way just to catch a Koki?

What is it about Koki that makes everyone so enamored?

Mikoto couldn't help but scrutinize her son. He lay quietly on the bed, his eyes unable to see, yet his features remained exquisitely handsome, a warm smile playing on his lips.

While Koki is indeed very beautiful, has she really reached this level of attractiveness?

A woman's intuition told Mikoto that things were definitely not that simple!