Naruto: By lying low and hiding, he eventually became the leader of the Legendary Sannin.

As a prodigy of his time, he also had his own pride.

Although he acknowledged Kagura's abilities, it didn't mean he would forever admit that he was inferior to her.

In fact, the current Orochimaru is far stronger than his counterpart from the same period in the original story.

One reason is that Kagura taught them without reservation.

Whether it's taijutsu or ninjutsu, Kagura is happy to share her knowledge with them.

In particular, he did not keep the Chidori Stream ninjutsu to himself, but taught it to the three of them.

Unfortunately, Jiraiya seemed unable to learn it no matter what.

Tsunade was the one who learned this ninjutsu the fastest.

However, she also made some developments and changes to this ninjutsu.

Compared to the Chidori method, which focuses on destroying a single point, Tsunade prefers to use the lightning of Chidori to stimulate her own body.

This achieves the effect of strengthening one's own power and defense.

Having already possessed superhuman strength, he received an additional boost from the Chidori Stream.

Tsunade has become a veritable humanoid Tyrannosaurus Rex.

In the past two years, even Kagura has been hesitant to engage in physical combat with her.

As for Jiraiya, he doesn't even dare to joke around in front of Tsunade anymore.

Orochimaru himself, after studying the Chidori Stream ninjutsu, also experienced a certain increase in strength.

However, unlike Tsunade, he was never able to fully master this ninjutsu.

Perhaps I do lack talent in lightning release techniques.

That's why Orochimaru didn't actually take this test too seriously.

To him, apart from Kagura and the members of Class 7, everyone else was just cannon fodder.

Therefore, he was not on guard at all and walked openly on the path.

His tactics were clear: instead of wasting time searching for prey, he would rather lure prey to come to him.

As expected, an accident occurred just as his foot landed on a pile of leaves.

With a sharp sound, a rope trap suddenly appeared beneath his feet.

The noose tightened around his ankles instantly, hoisting him up into the tree.

Faced with this unexpected situation, Orochimaru seemed to make no move to save himself.

He was suspended in mid-air, swaying back and forth.

Just then, a figure emerged from behind the tree.

The visitor was a genin from Kirigakure (Hidden Mist Village).

He was dressed in a traditional ninja outfit, with long pants and sleeves covering his entire body, and the hood even concealed his hair completely.

The only thing that was revealed was his ordinary appearance, but it must be said that this kind of appearance was the best choice for a ninja.

Looking at Orochimaru, who had been captured in his trap, a hint of disdain appeared on his face as he spoke:

"I thought that being with that legendary 'monster' meant I was some kind of amazing companion."

Who knew they would be such a half-baked player, getting captured before even triggering my backup trap.

That's really disappointing.

Before he could even sigh, a cold voice came from behind him:

"Oh?

"Can you tell me what other traps you set up as a backup plan?"

Upon hearing the voice, the genin felt a chill run down his spine and immediately turned around to look.

Orochimaru was standing behind him, smiling at him.

Upon seeing this, he immediately looked toward the trap on the other side.

But Orochimaru was nowhere to be seen; the rope was now wrapped with several snakes the size of arms.

Seeing the terrified enemy, Orochimaru's smile widened, and he spoke in his usual gentle tone:

"Since you've made up your mind to ambush me, you should also be prepared for me to retaliate, right?"

Given your ninja nature, I'm sure you won't give up handing over your headband, right?

So......"

As he spoke, the smile on his face gradually turned into a sinister grin, and a dangerous glint appeared in his eyes that Kagura and the others had never seen before.

At this moment, he seemed to reveal his true nature, like a greedy giant snake eyeing its prey.

After looking the person in front of him up and down, he continued:

"Then you won't have any complaints about being killed by me, right?"

As Orochimaru slowly approached, the genin felt as if he were facing his natural enemy.

His biological instincts gave rise to a feeling called fear.

At this point, he had lost the will to resist; the only thought in his mind was to escape.

"what!!!!!!!"

After a brief scream, the forest fell silent once more.

Orochimaru was stroking a headband bearing the symbol of Kirigakure (Hidden Mist Village) in his hand, with a drop of blood still stained on it.

The genin, covered in blood, lay on the ground.

His face was pale, and his eyes were closed.

However, the constantly rising and falling chest indicated that the body's owner was still alive.

Orochimaru glanced disdainfully at the enemy on the ground, then narrowed his eyes in confusion.

He was puzzled that he hadn't killed the man in the end, but instead subconsciously held back.

Based on my past personality, this person shouldn't have had any chance of surviving.

"Sigh, maybe it's because I've been with Kagura for too long, and he's unconsciously changed my mindset a bit."

Having figured out the reason in his mind, he stopped dwelling on it and put away his headband, heading towards his destination.

Not far from him, on a small flat area in a forest.

A candidate from Hidden Cloud Village was pinned to the ground by a giant toad, unable to move.

Jiraiya jumped off the toad's head and easily removed the examinee's headband amidst the examinee's despairing gaze.

Jiraiya looked at the headband in his hand, smiled, and said, "Done!"

Looking at the subdued examinee in front of him, he hesitated for a moment, then said something comforting:

"Well, just consider it bad luck that you ran into me."

Try harder next time.

After saying that, he looked up at the toad and instructed it:

"Bunta, after I leave, remember to deactivate the summons and return in half an hour."

"Please keep this person under control for a while, so he doesn't come looking for trouble again."

Gamabunta leisurely took a drag of his cigarette, exhaled a large puff of smoke, and then slowly replied:

"I understand, you should go now."

I'm in a hurry to get back for dinner.

You never know how to use the time for psychic readings.

"Summoning beasts have their own lives too, you know?"

Seeing that Gamabunta was still complaining, Jiraiya shrank back.

Without another word, he turned and left.

And so, with a look of utter despair in that man's eyes, his figure gradually disappeared into the dense forest.

The scene shifts, and Tsunade is seen strolling leisurely through the forest in a pleasant mood.

When she suddenly recalled her impulsive kiss, her cheeks involuntarily turned red.

Although I've always maintained a close relationship with Kagura over the years, this is definitely the first time we've kissed.

"Oh dear, am I being too forward?"

My mother-in-law said that if a girl is too proactive, the boy won't appreciate her.

But I've already kissed him, what can I do now?

Thinking of this, she unconsciously pouted, looking troubled.

After much agonizing, she steeled herself, a dangerous glint in her eyes, and resolutely said:

“Never mind.

Since he kissed me, I'm his now.

If Kagura dares to deny it...

I'll beat him up!

Having figured out a solution, Tsunade finally regained her composure, and a smile returned to her face.

However, just as she parted the tall grass in front of her, several familiar figures suddenly appeared before her.

Upon closer inspection, seven people were standing in front of them, seven people carrying strange knives.

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