The third generation Hokage sent Danzo to jail at the beginning

Zenitsu and Inosuke pointed at Tanjiro at the same time, their movements so coordinated as if they had rehearsed it countless times.

Tanjiro's back was instantly soaked with sweat. He instinctively protected the wooden box containing Nezuko, but heard his sister's terrified whimpering from inside.

Orochimaru looked at the three people in front of him with great interest. The time to establish his authority was over, and the boss switched from murderous form to bewitching form.

"I am Orochimaru, Konoha's demon slayer expert. I was commissioned by your grandfather to come and destroy Muzan Kibutsuji. Take me to meet the lord of your Demon Slayer Corps."

The three of them looked at each other. For some reason, the aura of this dangerous man in front of them suddenly became inexplicably convincing.

Tanjiro hesitated for a moment, then finally nodded: "Please let me ask for your instructions first."

Just as Tanjiro was answering, a crow suddenly flew over and spoke in human language: "Okay."

Has the world developed a rudimentary form of psychic arts? Without chakra, this might be what the ninja world would look like.

Seeing that they could communicate, Orochimaru continued: "Gather all the pillars. My plan to kill the Demon King requires discussion."

The crow nodded and flew away.

The four of them walked towards the Demon Slayer Corps headquarters. Orochimaru walked last, staring at the bamboo basket beside Tanjiro, his golden eyes gleaming with an elusive light.

It's really interesting to see ghosts that retain their humanity and are not controlled by the Ghost King.

Orochimaru completely entered the state of bewitching expert: "Tanjiro, is that your sister behind you?"

Tanjiro could feel Nezuko stirring restlessly in the box, and he gently comforted his sister.

Perhaps because he trusted the old man in his dream too much, or perhaps because they shared the same hatred for exterminating demons, after confirming that she was his teammate, Tanjiro had forgotten Orochimaru's dangerous aura and replied casually: "Yes, her name is Nezuko."

"I can see he's a good kid." Orochimaru raised his pale fingers gracefully. "I have a special fondness for strong-willed children like him."

His gaze seemed to penetrate the wooden box: "Xiao Tan, do you want her to become human again?"

This sentence was like a thunderclap, and Tanjiro looked up suddenly: "Mr. Orochimaru! You... do you have a solution?"

Orochimaru chuckled: "I have many similar experiences. Although they are not ghosts, they are not much different."

Tanjiro was so angry that he almost fell down. The old man in the dream was so kind to him. Not only did he save him, he also specially arranged someone to save his sister.

It must be a god.

"Of course." Orochimaru's voice suddenly became unusually sincere. "These all require her cooperation in the treatment, such as extracting blood samples for the development of special medicines."

Tanjiro's face flushed: "Then I'll leave it to you, Mr. Orochimaru! You are such a good person!"

Orochimaru smiled and said, "Xiao Tan, you can trust me completely."

Nezuko in the wooden box whimpered uncomfortably, scratching the walls of the box lightly with her claws.

Seeing Tanjiro become fanatical in these few words, Zenitsu and Inosuke shuddered at the same time and wanted to say something, but when they looked into those golden snake eyes, they swallowed their words.

On the other hand.

In the ninja world, the third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen has received customer complaints.

"That Orochimaru is really unreliable! He's already tempting Tanjiro right after he arrived, and he even wants to capture Nezuko for research!"

His true colors were revealed the moment he left the house?! Could there be a misunderstanding, like him proactively helping Nezuko with her treatment?

On the other side, Jiguo Yuanyi took more than ten seconds to reply, as if he was also considering this possibility.

"Well, that's possible. He said he wanted to help Nezuko with her treatment."

You see, it was indeed a misunderstanding. Prejudice in people's hearts is as big as a mountain, Yuichi.

"Third generation, you're right. I was looking at him through tinted glasses. But that purple belted suit he wore when he stabbed you really doesn't make him look like a good guy."

Yunyi, keep an eye on him. If he turns evil again, kill him immediately. I will assign ten more experts to you.

Chapter 115: After the Hardships, We Set Off Again~Set Off Again

Before Orochimaru defected, he was the most powerful person in Konoha.

I hope this former sales champion can achieve greater success after returning to his job.

After appeasing the customer, Hokage-sama continued to work.

The first thing is about the Jinchūriki. The Raikage Mabui has sent the location of Kame Island as promised, and said that he will arrange someone to receive Konoha on the island.

The next thing that needs to be arranged is who will accompany Naruto. Logically, Jiraiya would be the most suitable person to go, but Jiraiya is now obsessed with building the Hidden Rain Village on behalf of his apprentice, and it seems that he is about to become the Rain Shadow.

It's a good thing, Konoha has gained another high-level combat force, Konan. When Yahiko is alive, we listen to Yahiko, when Yahiko is dead, we listen to Nagato, and now that Nagato is dead, we should listen to Jiraiya.

Then we have to find someone else to go to Turtle Island.

Sarutobi Hiruzen thought about it and decided to break up Kakashi and his two-man group. These three bachelors were precious high-end combat forces, so it would not be a good idea to keep them together all the time.

Let Kakashi and Yamato, the Sharingan Wood Release duo, lead the people there.

Sarutobi Hiruzen thought of this and quickly issued the order.

At this time.

There was a knock on the door.

"Enter."

A monkey-masked ANBU armor came into the office and reported, "Karin-san has declined to become a Jinchūriki. She seems to prefer a more ordinary life—perhaps Naruto's experience of being ostracized by the villagers has influenced her outlook."

Anbu A added: "If Naruto were to persuade her personally... maybe she would change her mind."

Oh, there was a change of plans.

What? She's received such a great favor from Konoha and doesn't even know how to repay it! Hiruzen, hand her over to the Root.

There was a faint and sinister auditory hallucination in my ears.

Sarutobi Hiruzen shook his head to get rid of the distracting thoughts. That fallen ninja was really haunting him. The Hokage continued to correct the documents on the desk and said casually: "If you don't want to be the leader, then don't be the leader. It's not a big deal."

After Naruto has a heart-to-heart talk with Kurama, he can open a group chat for the tailed beasts. Then it will be easy to find a suitable jinchūriki, and the tailed beasts can also choose their own partners.

It's not a big deal anyway.

Anbu Jia asked: "Hokage-sama, do we need to notify the Sealing Squad and have them return to their positions?"

Sarutobi Hiruzen put down his pen and thought for a moment: "No need, I'm already here. Continue preparing and notify me as soon as you're done."

The other tailed beasts are fine, but the Four-Tails must belong to Konoha!

I think the Four-Tailed Fox can comprehend the Will of Fire. It definitely can, it definitely can, absolutely can.

As for this Jinchūriki, if there is no suitable candidate, just do it yourself, add some buffs to yourself, and turn on the fairy monkey mode.

Maybe it will be more fun to fight next time.

After fighting through all the hardships, we set off again~ Set off again~ Hey!

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The Demon Slayer Corps headquarters shrouded in darkness.

In the flickering firelight, the pillars lined up neatly, their wary eyes focused on the slender figure in the center of the courtyard, wearing a purple sash and a kimono.

Ubuyashiki Kōya, the Demon Slayer Corps' lord and major financial backer, sat in the hallway, his cursed face shone even more solemnly in the firelight. Long since blinded by the curse, he tilted his head slightly, as if carefully listening to every breath of this dangerous figure.

"Is this breath really... human?" Water Pillar Tomioka Giyu murmured in a low voice, his hand unconsciously clenching the Nichirin Sword.

Veins bulged on the forehead of Wind Pillar Fuzugawa Miyabi, and the disgust in his eyes was almost tangible. He already had a lot of complaints about Tanjiro having a demon sister, and now here came this guy who looked more like a demon than a demon, and claimed to be a demon extermination expert.

He roared directly at Tanjiro: "He is a demon slayer expert, what is the Demon Slayer Corps!"

If Tanjiro hadn't killed Upper Moon Three Akaza and temporarily restored some of his favorability, he would have drawn his sword and executed Tanjiro as a traitor.

Tanjiro was sweating profusely from anxiety. As soon as he arrived at headquarters, Mr. Orochimaru's aura transformed into a dangerous form. He explained back and forth among the Pillar-level swordsmen, "Although Mr. Orochimaru looks... uh... a little scary, he's really a good man! The grandfather who guided me in my dream last time also promised to help me kill the waxing moon."

"In a dream?" Sound Pillar Uzui Tengen raised an eyebrow. "That's not a fancy excuse."

Mitsuri Kanroji, the Love Pillar, held her cheeks with her hands, her pink pigtails swaying gently with her movements: "But...but his purple belt is so beautiful! And those golden eyes, although they look dangerous, are very charming."

"Oh my~" Insect Pillar Butterfly Shinobu chuckled. "This gentleman's aura is more dangerous than a ghost. Would you like to come to my Butterfly House for a full inspection?"

The most sensitive rock pillar, Beiming Island Xingming, had sweat on his forehead and the Buddhist beads in his hand were creaking.

Kasumi Tokito Muichiro noticed this, frowned, and whispered: "Is it really that dangerous? This is the Demon Slayer Corps headquarters."

"I believe you, Tanjiro!" Rengoku Kyojuro suddenly burst into laughter, breaking the tense atmosphere. "Tanjiro is the one who can kill Upper Rank Three. I saw it with my own eyes."

Even with the support of Flame Pillar Kyojuro, Snake Pillar Iguro Obanai still wasn't going to let it go. He turned to Orochimaru with his bandaged face and asked, "You said you were an expert in exterminating demons, so how many demons have you killed?"

Who in the Demon Slayer Corps would be convinced by a demon slayer expert who suddenly appeared out of nowhere? What did he do before? What's his work history? Are there any records to check?

That alone would be fine, but what's with this dangerous final boss aura? I thought Muzan Kibutsuji was coming to attack me.

If Tanjiro hadn't guaranteed it first, Kyojuro would have been willing to guarantee it for that guy Tanjiro again.

Wind Pillar Uzui is definitely not the only one ready to draw his sword at the scene.

Orochimaru, a man of few words, would care about the opinions of these swordsmen. After hearing the Snake Pillar's words, he glanced at the white snake wrapped around Obana, smiled, and said, "You have good taste."

"That's enough." Ubuyashiki Kōya's gentle but unquestionable voice came from the corridor. "Since Tanjiro is willing to guarantee it, we might as well listen to this gentleman's opinion."

"Is everyone here?" Orochimaru answered the question irrelevantly, and gave people the illusion that his neck began to shake like a snake.

"My plan begins now."

The terrifying aura transformed into a substantial shock wave that spread out.

The night wind suddenly blew, causing the flames to sway wildly.

The bamboo box on Tanjiro's back suddenly vibrated violently, and Nezuko whimpered uncomfortably.

The atmosphere in the entire courtyard froze in an instant, and all the pillars drew their Nichirin swords at the same time. Even the Water Pillar and the Flame Pillar, who trusted Tanjiro the most, could not sit idly by.

The Wind Pillar, Uzui, roared: "It's a demon! Tanjiro, you traitor to humanity!"

"Ah?! I'm not??"

Illusion. Nirvana monastery technique.

Chapter 116: One bite each.

Countless feathers with glowing spots fell from the sky.

"Blood Demon Jutsu! And you still say you are not a traitor!" Wind Pillar Uzui drew his sword and roared, wanting to rush forward, but suddenly his legs went soft, "You bastard..." Before he could finish his words, he fell to the ground with a bang.

The Flame Pillar Kyojuro gave a wry smile, glanced at Tanjiro, and fell to the ground.

"Mr. Fuzugawa! Mr. Rengoku!" Tanjiro exclaimed, but saw the other pillars fall down one after another at the same time.

Rock Pillar Gyoumei tried hard to stand up, but fell heavily to the ground when he took the third step.

Tanjiro hurried to Orochimaru and shouted in disbelief: "Mr. Orochimaru, what's going on?"

I can't really be considered a sinner who let a wolf into my house.

"Don't worry, little tan." Orochimaru adjusted his cuffs elegantly. "Just let them sleep for a while, and then welcome the new power."

It doesn't look like he just slept for a while!

Nine small snakes crawled out from under Orochimaru's feet, swam quickly to the pillar-level swordsmen, and bit their necks hard.

After completing their mission, the little snakes instantly turned into smoke and disappeared, leaving a magatama-shaped mark on the necks of the pillar-level swordsmen.

The severe pain woke them up and they struggled to stand up, but they had no strength at all.

It's over. This guy is indeed a ghost.

"Ah!!" The Pillar-level swordsmen cried out in pain one after another.

This made Tanjiro even more anxious. He wanted to draw his sword but didn't know if he should. He ran over and frantically checked on his fallen companion: "But why do you have to do this? We are all companions..."

Orochimaru chuckled and said, "Pain... is the price of transformation. Don't worry, I've saved the best for you."

Orochimaru suddenly stretched out his neck and bit Tanjiro's neck, causing Tanjiro to let out a shrill scream.

Hearing her brother's screams, Nezuko jumped out of the bamboo basket instantly, biting the bamboo in her mouth, her body grew bigger, and her hands turned into sharp claws, ready to attack Orochimaru.

Orochimaru smiled and said, "Nezuko, you'll have to wait."

Orochimaru's hands turned into countless poisonous snakes, which bit Nezuko and injected venom. Nezuko instantly fell to the ground from mid-air and lay motionless.

Orochimaru turned around, smiled and said, "Not bad, very proactive."

There was a roar in the distance.