Chapter 59: Sensei, Elder Danzo is in Danger! (1/2)

From the tone of White Fang's voice, Orochimaru could already sense a faint but unmistakable killing intent.

This was something he had never felt from Wakika.

Whenever Wakika took action, he did so decisively, driven by the intense, burning "Will of Fire" that incinerated everything in its path.

But White Fang... he was like a sharp blade, a white fang that tore through his enemy's vital points with precision!

There was no doubt about it.

White Fang had already figured something out.

Orochimaru had reason to believe that White Fang intended to settle some old scores...

And given Elder Danzo's personality...

"Shinobu-kun..." Orochimaru muttered, watching White Fang's back with a furrowed brow.

"Don't worry, Orochimaru-san."

"I still plan to have Kakashi train hard with his swordsmanship. Let's see if he can keep up with this little brat's pace, haha!"

White Fang turned back with a hearty laugh, then vanished in a flash.

He was heading straight for Danzo.

Orochimaru wasn't entirely reassured.

The "test" from the Third Hokage was clear—he needed to resolve this situation perfectly. No matter what happens, there can't be a conflict today...

'That means you'll have to back down, Elder Danzo.'

Orochimaru quickly made up his mind.

He had never been one to hesitate.

He always managed to find the path that benefited him the most in the shortest time.

And that included now.

"Captain Minato." Orochimaru called out, as he had the authority to command Minato's squad.

Swoosh!

Minato's entire team immediately assembled.

Minato himself stood three meters away from Wakika, sneaking a glance at him. When Wakika glared back, Minato quickly averted his gaze and focused on Orochimaru.

"Orochimaru-sama."

"Hmm..." Orochimaru nodded, pointing to the left where another group was approaching.

"It seems Clan Leader Fugaku and the Uchiha have lost their way. Could you please guide them to meet with Elder Danzo?"

"We'll catch up shortly."

After saying this, Orochimaru walked over to Minato and lightly patted his shoulder, whispering, "No matter what happens, remember to prioritize protecting Elder Danzo..."

Minato's expression tightened, "Yes!"

Minato's squad then set off.

They weren't moving any slower than White Fang.

Orochimaru calculated the distance and time—if White Fang didn't immediately resort to violence, they should make it in time.

And given White Fang's character, he likely wouldn't act recklessly, especially with Kakashi's safety in mind...

'One side is the Uchiha Clan Leader, plus Shinobu-kun... that should make you back down, Elder Danzo...'

Now, all that's left is this little one...

Orochimaru turned his attention to Wakika.

"Wakika-kun, do you remember what I told you before your first race with Manda?"

Wakika immediately nodded, replying without hesitation, "Sensei said that if I ever encounter those rats with a dark will again, I can go ahead and purify them!"

Orochimaru's recent "maneuvering" had been clear to Wakika.

First, he prevented the Uchiha from joining up with him and the Five-Tails, then he instructed Minato to prioritize Danzo's safety...

Isn't this just protecting Danzo?

It seems that Orochimaru, who is eager to become the Fourth Hokage, really understands his sensei well...

He even knows to protect the Third Hokage's little favorite!

Interesting.

"That's right, Wakika-kun."

Orochimaru smiled, "These rats are everywhere, and they're good at hiding. They've already infiltrated Konoha's upper echelons and pose a great threat to the village."

"But, Wakika-kun, why do you think the Hokage-sama... allows these rats to run rampant?"