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Seeing Tsunade's smiling face, Sōsuke appears hesitant and reluctant. It's the first time Tsunade has seen Sōsuke like this, and she can't help but stop smiling, asking in confusion, "What's wrong, Sōsuke?"
Sōsuke looks at her with deep eyes, his expression somewhat serious, and he says in a low voice, "Tsunade, I have deduced the final Sand Ninja stronghold. What are your plans?"
Upon hearing Sōsuke's words, a momentary expression of sorrow flashes across Tsunade's face. Her expression turns cold, and her voice becomes icy as she says, "I must go!"
After speaking, sensing that her tone towards Sōsuke was a bit cold, Tsunade quickly shows a hint of apology, saying, "I'm sorry, Sōsuke... I was just too..."
Seeing this, Sōsuke gently waves his hand to stop her words. He extends his slender fingers and lightly taps her forehead, saying tenderly, "No need to be so polite with me."
Tsunade pretends to be in pain, covering her head, and angrily looks at Sōsuke, complaining, "Don't tap my forehead, Sōsuke! That's how you treat children!"
Hearing her words, Sōsuke's eyes show a nostalgic look, and he softly says, "In my eyes, you've never really grown up..."
After hearing this, Tsunade's face slightly blushes, pretending to look helpless. Despite rubbing her forehead forcefully and sometimes looking angry at Sōsuke, the smile on her lips appears exceptionally happy.
...
Within the borders of the Land of Rain.
The sky above begins to churn, and dark clouds gradually obscure the sun.
However, this has no relevance to the land below.
In a lush forest.
"Swoosh!" "Swoosh!" "Swoosh!"
Three shadows flash between thick tree trunks!
Outside the Sand Ninja stronghold adjacent to the Land of Wind.
On a giant tree that looks at least a hundred years old.
"Drip!"...
Three figures suddenly appear on it.
"Is this the place?"
A hoarse voice is heard among the three.
After speaking, the one standing on the left, with pale skin, Orochimaru, lightly bites his finger. His finger movements slowly form seals.
"Snake Summoning!"
He suddenly crouches down and slaps his blood-stained palm onto the massive tree trunk!
With his action!
"Rumble, rumble..."
Countless wriggling small snakes suddenly fall from the tree trunk to the ground below!
Thousands of densely intertwined snakes give a unique and terrifying experience. Tsunade looks a bit uncomfortable watching this scene but doesn't say anything.
"Hiss..."
After the countless small snakes land, they immediately start wriggling and spreading rapidly in all directions, disappearing in no time!
After a moment, Orochimaru's snake-like eyes suddenly widen. He looks coldly in the direction to the right of the three people and says hoarsely, "It's that location!"
"But... it seems they have noticed us too..."
To this, Sōsuke smiles faintly and says softly, "Even if that's the case, what does it matter..."
Hearing Sōsuke's words, Tsunade nods, her eyes carrying a hint of hatred as she looks in that direction, saying proudly, "Sōsuke is right. Even if they've noticed us, we'll still send them to accompany Nawaki!"
Orochimaru glances at Tsunade and Sōsuke, then turns to look at the Sand Ninja stronghold. A slight smile appears on his lips, and he hoarsely says, "Well then... let our former trio send them to accompany Nawaki..."
Hearing Orochimaru's words, both Sōsuke and Tsunade are momentarily stunned, then they smile faintly.
Yes...
Once upon a time, Sōsuke was the most suitable candidate as Sarutobi-sensei's disciple...
If it weren't for Jiraiya, the title of the 'Legendary Sannin' would probably belong to Tsunade, Sōsuke, and Orochimaru...
Of course... there are no ifs in reality...
The destinies of these four individuals have each taken different paths...
.....
Above the sky, dark clouds begin to gather, as if brewing a heavy storm about to unleash!
Outside the Sand Ninja stronghold.
Dozens of charred snakes, already lifeless, lie in a secluded area. The seals set up around have been destroyed due to the rush of snakes.
Inside the stronghold.
Chitoro furrows his brow and says in a deep voice, "It seems that Konoha has discovered this place. Everyone, in this battle, we must fight for the final benefit of the Sand Ninja Village, even if it costs us our lives!"
Upon hearing Chitoro's words, the Sand Ninja present show determination with death in their eyes, nodding solemnly.
They slowly prepare their tools and puppets, making thorough preparations for what might be the final battle of their lives.
...
"Drip!" "Drip!" "Drip!"...
At this moment, three distinct and slow footsteps echo in the ears of the Sand Ninja.
Hearing this sound, elite Sand Ninja look cold, filled with murderous intent as they gaze towards the source.
Three figures slowly walk in from the broken barrier.
Sōsuke, in the middle, wears a gentle and refined smile. His gaze towards the Sand Ninja is indifferent, as if he's looking at a group of ants, with a hidden sense of indifference behind his playful smile.
On the left, Orochimaru has a darkened face, and a suppressed smile breaks out. His eyes, chilling, look at the Sand Ninja with a strong killing intent.
As for Tsunade, a trace of sorrow flashes in her eyes, but she quickly steadies her gaze. Her cold voice addresses the Sand Ninja, saying, "It's time to settle the scores with the Sand Ninja!"
Chitoro, standing in front, stares at the three, widening his eyes. In a rough voice, he asks, "You're the 'Legendary Sannin' right!?"
He almost confirms his thoughts, squinting slightly and saying in a deep voice, "Are you too confident in yourselves? Just three people dare to come here!?"
To his words, Sōsuke smiles faintly, neither confirming nor denying.
Orochimaru sneers, immediately forming seals with his hands and shouting hoarsely, "Ninjuts:. Sinister Serpent Movement!"
As his words fall, a giant serpent erupts from beneath Chitoro!
"Boom!"
The giant serpent opens its bloody mouth, almost swallowing Chitoro whole!
However, the robust Chitoro jumps into the air with precise movements, showing no fear. He quickly draws a large and sharp ninja sword from his back.
"Wind Release. Cutting Wind Slash!"
White flashes of the blade, and a gust of wind instantly cuts the giant serpent into several segments. Countless innards and blood splash on the ground.
"Splash..."
"Chitoro, Captain! Are you okay?"
Amidst the worried voices of the Sand Ninja, Chitoro, after landing, quickly steps back, maintaining distance from Sōsuke and the others.
"It's fine, it's just three guys. No matter how famous they are, since they came today, let them pay the price for their carelessness!"
Chitoro says in a deep and muffled voice, quite different from his previous roughness.