After receiving the answer he wanted, Orochimaru left the Hokage's office, feeling satisfied with Tobirama's response.
Tobirama watched the trio leave, looking out the window of his office, and asked, "Tsushima , what do you think of that kid?"
The two Anbu silently materialized behind Tobirama, and they were Tsunade's personal bodyguards.
Taking off his peculiar mask, Tsushima revealed a calm and ordinary square face. He spoke thoughtfully, "I believe this kid is quite talented, but he seems to have his own secrets. We should keep an eye on him and test him more."
"I agree." Tobirama nodded. "And what about you, Kazama?"
Kazama had a thin face, but his blue eyes seemed to see through people's hearts. He replied, "His mental power is astonishingly strong. It might greatly reduce the effectiveness of Uchiha clan's genjutsu in his presence."
"Uchiha..." Tobirama mused, noting the strong bond between the three young ninjas. With Jiraiya also being able to influence others, they might form a powerful combination to support Tsunade's growth.
Orochimaru's fingers fiddled with the scroll in his cuff, wondering what kind of ninjutsu it contained. However, being a technique from Senju's clan, it was undoubtedly of high quality. The opportunity to join the medical class was also a profitable deal!
"Huh?" Orochimaru's mental perception seemed to detect something, and a sneer appeared on his face. "Looks like someone is being dishonest."
"Hey brats, your teacher is here." Sarutobi suddenly appeared in his black attire, startling Jiraiya.
"Wow! Teacher...!" Tsunade and Jiraiya were thrilled, jumping up and babbling excitedly.
"Orochimaru saved the day during this dangerous mission...Teacher, how about treating us to some barbecue?" Jiraiya acted like a mischievous child in front of Sarutobi.
"Sure!" Sarutobi agreed proudly.
"Great !" Being only seven years old, Tsunade also jumped up excitedly.
"Orochimaru, you..." Sarutobi looked at the boy in white with relief, about to say something.
"Yo! Isn't that Sarutobi!" A gloomy man "coincidentally" emerged from the shadows at the corner of the street, accompanied by three children.
Deng Deng Deng Deng ~ ~ Orochimaru felt a strong aura approaching him, locked in by a chakra surpassing Jōnin level, and the secret villain of Konoha appeared! It was none other than Shimura Danzo!
Orochimaru remained calm, expanding his mental power perception range. Familiar fluctuations suddenly appeared in the distance—Mitokado Homura, Utatane Koharu, and Uchiha clan members. And, Hatake... huh?!
Orochimaru sensed an obscure spiritual force emanating from the Hokage Building—it was Tobirama watching the situation!
"Sarutobi, your disciple is quite remarkable. I heard he just completed an A-level mission!" Danzo spoke first.
"What? These kids managed to complete an A-level mission?" Danzo's voice rang out, and the passing ninjas stopped to watch.
"I heard there were Jōnin-level enemies on the A-level mission. I assume the teacher led the team to handle it," someone whispered.
"Haha." Sarutobi smiled calmly. "My disciples are indeed exceptional. Is there something wrong, Danzo?"
Danzo looked at Orochimaru with an insincere smile on his face. "You must be the genius Orochimaru who killed a Jōnin all by himself. Not bad. Today's encounter must be a stroke of luck for you!"
