As Wakika had mentioned, the Uchiha had arrived.
Danzo's presence was likely under the orders of the Third Hokage, which Orochimaru had anticipated.
But the Uchiha...
If they were able to leave the village, the Third Hokage must have known about it.
Yet, the fact that he didn't stop them...
Does that mean he wants me to mediate the situation?
Orochimaru's lips curled into a slight smile. Was this a test before he officially becomes the Fourth Hokage?
"Sensei."
Wakika's voice interrupted Orochimaru's thoughts.
"What's the matter, Wakika-kun?" Orochimaru turned to look at Wakika.
He noticed that Wakika's expression had turned very serious.
"I can sense a thick, dark aura... It seems these rats can't hold back any longer!"
"..."
Orochimaru remained silent.
We're still quite far away... and you can already sense that?
If this dark aura really exists, it could only be from Elder Danzo, who hasn't even arrived yet...
Orochimaru frowned slightly, unsure if it was just his imagination, but it seemed like this child was always targeting Elder Danzo.
Could it really be that so-called "quantifiable Will of Fire" of his at work?
That seems to be the only explanation.
After all, this kid's Will of Fire can even detect tailed beasts...
Orochimaru felt a headache coming on.
Although he did have the idea of guiding the Uchiha against Danzo before, and now seemed like a good opportunity...
But opposition doesn't necessarily mean conflict...
If this child takes action, it will definitely be a fight to the death, and by then, the situation will be beyond repair!
"Sensei, let me go deal with these gutter rats!"
Wakika was eager, clenching his fists. "They probably don't realize their schemes have been exposed yet, which gives us a great advantage!"
"I can already feel my Will of Fire burning intensely!"
"Calm down first, little one."
A different voice chimed in, not from Orochimaru, but from White Fang, who had appeared without anyone noticing.