Seeing the sudden smile on Yuto's face, a chill ran through Orochimaru's heart, an ominous premonition creeping in.
"Orochimaru, rogue ninja of the Leaf."
Orochimaru's eyes flickered slightly, but he answered honestly, emphasizing the word "rogue" with a heavier tone.
Though he didn't know Yuto's temperament, having been sealed by the Leaf Village, Yuto likely harbored little goodwill toward them.
With Hashirama Senju under his control, Orochimaru felt a slight sense of confidence. If anything went wrong, he could manipulate the reincarnated Hashirama to attack.
"A rogue ninja from the Leaf? Not bad at all."
Yuto's smile didn't fade as he suddenly turned to look at Hashirama Senju, speaking softly:
"This version of Hashirama Senju probably doesn't even have a tenth of his true strength. Rather than Hashirama Senju, it's more like a puppet of Hashirama Senju. Look—"
As he spoke, Yuto snapped his fingers.
Rip!
A sound like tearing cloth echoed.
Under everyone's gaze, Hashirama Senju was instantly torn to shreds.
"No consciousness, unable to dodge even the most basic attacks."
Yuto shook his head lightly, a trace of pity in his eyes.
When did that happen?! So eerie! A Bloodline Limit?
Orochimaru's body tensed, a chill running through him. Even now, he sensed no chakra fluctuations.
Meanwhile, excitement flashed across Terumi Mei and Ao's faces. According to legend, Lord Yuto could summon spirits invisible to ordinary people for battle.
The shredded Hashirama Senju was likely the work of that spirit!
"No need to be nervous. It's just a small trick. Bloodline Limits like the Byakugan or Sharingan, which enhance visual prowess, can vaguely perceive it. Of course, those four kids behind you, if they use that special chakra in their bodies, should be able to sense it too."
Yuto looked at the tense Orochimaru, his gaze shifting to the Sound Four with a light chuckle.
Orochimaru's pupils contracted. The special chakra Yuto mentioned must be the power of the Curse Seal.
He can even sense that?! From Yuto's glance at the Sound Four, Orochimaru vaguely guessed something. His expression calm, he said:
"Whatever Lord Yuto needs, just name it."
Hearing this, Yuto nodded slightly, giving Orochimaru an approving look:
"I've been sealed for so long, my body's energy is nearly depleted. You don't mind if I absorb some chakra, do you?"
A glint flashed in Orochimaru's eyes. No one understood the power and side effects of the Curse Seal better than him.
As for Yuto's claim of being low on energy after being sealed for so long? Orochimaru didn't buy it.
From the moment Yuto revived, Orochimaru had been closely observing, trying to discern any weaknesses in this legendary immortal body.
So far, he'd found none. Yuto showed no signs of physical weakness, and his mental energy was remarkably robust, as if he'd merely taken a nap.
Even without making a move, Orochimaru could deeply sense the surging, terrifying power within Yuto.
That was why Orochimaru remained so compliant!
Recalling the hidden Leaf Village archives he'd once read about Yuto, Orochimaru licked his lips. A Bloodline Limit that could absorb any energy? Perhaps I'll get to witness it!
As Yuto and Orochimaru's gazes fell upon them, the Sound Four's eyelids twitched, a wave of dread washing over them.
They were increasingly convinced that coming here was a mistake.
Though they thought as much, their bodies obediently moved forward to stand before Yuto.
"You four kids, just activate the power within you." Yuto looked at the Sound Four, speaking calmly.
In his final battle against Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju, Yuto had discovered something.
Though he hadn't had time to confirm it before being sealed, now was the perfect opportunity.
The Sound Four exchanged glances, looking toward Orochimaru.
Seeing him nod slightly, they steeled themselves and activated the Curse Seal's power.
Boom!!
Four bursts of cold, malevolent energy erupted from their bodies.
Black, eerie patterns instantly enveloped them.
Though each had distinct patterns, their auras surged from ordinary Chunin to elite Chunin level!
Seeing this, Terumi Mei and Ao's expressions shifted. They hadn't expected Orochimaru to have such a trump card.
Ao's face darkened, realizing Orochimaru's intentions went beyond just obtaining that scroll—there were likely other motives!
If not for Lord Yuto, they might have been outmaneuvered.
Terumi Mei licked her red lips, a faint killing intent flickering in her eyes.
Just when Terumi Mei and Ao thought it was over, the Sound Four's initially stabilizing auras erupted again.
Their strength surged further, reaching the level of Jonin.
The aura grew even colder and more sinister, their eyes tinged with a faint madness. At this point, the Sound Four barely resembled humans.
Terumi Mei and Ao's expressions changed completely—not because of the Sound Four's newfound strength.
Though their Curse Seal-enhanced power was impressive, it posed little threat to Terumi Mei and Ao.
The reason for their grim faces was Orochimaru's revealed capabilities.
Whether it was his ability to manipulate the dead or this mass-producible Curse Seal that boosted strength, it forced Terumi Mei and Ao to take him seriously.