A flash of delight crossed Kabuto Yakushi's eyes as he saw Orochimaru's figure.
The last trace of unease in his heart vanished completely.
"Lord Orochimaru!"
Kabuto turned to Orochimaru and quickly spoke with respect, at the same time, he hurriedly handed over the clothes he had already prepared.
Orochimaru casually draped a robe-like garment over himself and his gaze fell on Danzō Shimura, who stood not far away.
Seeing the resurrected Orochimaru, Danzō's eyelids twitched involuntarily.
Deep down, Danzō had never truly believed Kabuto's claim that he could resurrect Orochimaru.
After all, many people had witnessed Orochimaru being killed by Yuto.
With the strength of a powerhouse like Yuto, there was simply no way he could have failed to kill him.
It was only that Danzō wanted to see what Kabuto was really up to.
But the Orochimaru before him was undoubtedly real; that aura was unmistakable.
"Orochimaru!"
Danzō's eyes narrowed slightly as he looked at Orochimaru and spoke in a heavy voice.
"It's been a while, Lord Danzō."
Orochimaru wore his signature smile, looking at Danzō as he licked his lips.
Hearing Orochimaru's voice, Danzō glanced in Anko Mitarashi's direction, a flash of sharpness in his eyes.
He never expected Orochimaru to have such a contingency.
Danzō, who had already considered Orochimaru dangerous, now felt a sense of dread upon seeing this method of resurrection.
The technique Kabuto had used just now was not particularly complex, which meant that as long as the conditions for resurrection were met, Orochimaru was not truly dead.
Furthermore, Danzō had no idea if Orochimaru was hiding other methods as well.
"You are truly my outstanding disciple, a great help to me."
Orochimaru also saw Anko Mitarashi, who had collapsed nearby, and his brow furrowed slightly.
According to the original plan, he was supposed to use Sasuke Uchiha's body for resurrection, but now a backup plan had to be used.
Moreover, the Danzō before him made it clear that they were still within Konoha, which meant something had gone wrong.
At this thought, a hint of gravity flashed in Orochimaru's gaze.
Although it was just a brief exchange, Orochimaru still saw a trace of wariness in Danzō's eyes.
That was to be expected.
But it was also what felt most wrong to Orochimaru!
Danzō knew Orochimaru, and in turn, Orochimaru knew Danzō.
Seeing him, who was supposed to be dead, resurrected, Danzō should have felt more than just wariness.
He should have revealed an unbridled look of greed for a jutsu that could bring one back from the dead. No one could refuse such a technique.
Even if Danzō could use a forbidden jutsu like the Izanagi eleven times.
After all, no one would mind having an extra life.
Similarly, Orochimaru would have used this jutsu to negotiate with Danzō.
But Danzō's expression now told Orochimaru that something was amiss.
In an instant, countless thoughts flashed through Orochimaru's mind.
"Tell me everything that has happened during this time."
Orochimaru turned his head to look at Kabuto beside him and spoke in a cold tone.
Kabuto's expression turned solemn, and he recounted everything that had happened.
Seeing that Orochimaru had been resurrected, Danzō, on the other hand, was no longer in a hurry.
Danzō believed that after Orochimaru heard everything that had transpired, his expression would surely be something to see.
More importantly, Danzō knew that Orochimaru would certainly do something.
A person like Orochimaru would never genuinely pledge allegiance to anyone, not even to Hashirama Senju, Madara Uchiha, or Yuto.
As Kabuto recounted all the intelligence from this period, Orochimaru's face grew darker and darker, just as Danzō had imagined.
Especially when Orochimaru heard that both Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha had been resurrected, he no longer hid the shock and gloom on his face.
"Tch! Truly the three greats of the Warring States era! Their methods are simply terrifying!"
Orochimaru licked his lips as his eyes continued to flash.
Orochimaru had originally thought that Hashirama Senju's contingency was a sealing jutsu or a space-time jutsu, who would have thought it was himself?
But in a way, Orochimaru felt this situation should have been expected.
It was better to trust himself than any jutsu he could leave behind!
A strange look appeared on Orochimaru's face. No wonder Danzō wasn't as interested in his resurrection jutsu as he might have been.
After studying jutsu for most of his life, to die once and then discover that some of it was becoming commonplace...
The First Mizukage Yuto had been resurrected due to his unique Kekkei Genkai, but what about Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha?
On top of that, Danzō's current situation was not ideal, so his mind clearly wasn't on this jutsu.
A grave look flashed in Orochimaru's eyes. The First Mizukage Yuto alone was more than enough trouble.
Now, with Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha as well, his plans were completely thrown into chaos.
"Lord Orochimaru, there is one more thing."
Kabuto hesitated for a moment before suddenly speaking up.
"Speak," Orochimaru said in a low voice.
"Sasuke Uchiha has defected, but he was taken away by people affiliated with Madara Uchiha."
Kabuto lowered his head slightly and spoke in a small voice.
After all that preparation, for his planned prey to be snatched away like this!
After hearing Kabuto's words, Orochimaru suddenly laughed, a dangerous aura emanating from him.
Hearing Orochimaru's cold laugh, Kabuto, who had already lowered his head, bowed it even further.
However, this dangerous aura from Orochimaru quickly disappeared again.
Madara Uchiha!
Just the name alone made Orochimaru feel an inexplicable pressure.
Now that Sasuke Uchiha was in Madara Uchiha's hands, his plan to use Sasuke's body for a reincarnation jutsu was no longer feasible.
Orochimaru had enough self-awareness to know that.
Madara Uchiha! Hashirama Senju! Yuto!
"Truly three terrifying individuals."
Orochimaru muttered to himself, but there was not a hint of dejection in his voice.
"Now it's time to discuss our business, and of course, your plan."
Orochimaru looked back at Danzō, his voice carrying an indescribable tone.
"Indeed, it is time to discuss it."
Danzō said flatly, his eyes narrowed.
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