I'm drawing manga in Naruto

At the same time, Orochimaru also looked over.

The two exchanged a glance, each understanding the other's meaning.

"One Piece, is it a manga that depicts the sea?"

After opening the book, his eyes quickly scanned the picture, but he turned to the next page in a moment.

Akabane stood to the side, secretly observing his actions.

Page after page...

After turning several pages, Orochimaru finally stopped.

He thought for a moment and asked, "Do Devil Fruits really exist?"

Instantly, the entire room fell silent.

Look over here, everyone. Several people who were talking earlier opened their mouths, but then didn't say anything.

After a few seconds, someone finally couldn't help but burst out laughing: "How could that be? It's just a comic book. Kid, aren't you overthinking it?"

"Exactly, if such a thing really existed, it would be too absurd."

Everyone shook their heads.

however……

From beginning to end, Orochimaru didn't care about their answers; his eyes were fixed on Akabane, filled with a thirst for the unknown.

"How could there be Devil Fruits? If such a thing existed, it would be too outrageous."

Akabane shook his head and said.

Of course, he knew very well that Devil Fruits did exist.

If he redeemed one from the system and then casually threw it away, there would naturally be a Devil Fruit in the world. But points don't just fall from the sky, and he's not that rich.

"Pity."

Orochimaru sighed, his interest in the manga seemingly diminishing several times over in an instant.

Although I'm still flipping through the pages, the speed is clearly much faster now.

But as he flipped through the pages, he suddenly flipped back—Rubber Man?

"A body that can stretch and soften, that's quite interesting..."

Orochimaru pondered for a moment, then his eyes lit up.

While stretching and contracting are difficult for the human body to achieve, developing the quality of softness and suppleness is not difficult.

"Well, you can try."

He wrote it down and became interested in the comic book again.

Chapter 99 The Most Outstanding Story

"Swordsmanship... In a world like this, where Devil Fruits exist, there are actually people who practice swordsmanship."

Orochimaru was somewhat surprised when he saw the fifth episode.

"Any questions?"

Some people think this child is strange; everyone else reads comics, but he's the one who talks the most.

Orochimaru shook his head and remained silent.

This is equivalent to practicing pure swordsmanship in a ninja world—foolish and laughable.

"Sword skills are not necessarily weak; there are also strong individuals in the Iron Country."

Akabane said.

"Well, you're right."

Orochimaru nodded in agreement, but that didn't stop him from looking down on those samurai.

However, not eating Devil Fruits in the world of One Piece does not mean one is weak.

Akabane smiled slightly, offering no further explanation.

These details relate to the later plot, so I'll keep you in suspense for now.

After Orochimaru finished reading, he politely closed the comic book and put it back on the shelf.

He glanced at Akabane, thought for a moment, and then said, "On the way here, I saw Tsunade, the princess, and Akabane."

"Oh... so Akabane was with the princess. No wonder I didn't see her."

"They might come over later, I'll definitely ask them carefully."

"Am I the only one who wants to see the princess?"

Everyone immediately became excited; both Akabane and the princess were exciting news for them.

but……

Orochimaru's words were clearly aimed at Akabane—he wanted to be alone with Akabane.

"I'm off to other places, everyone. Have a great time!"

Orochimaru stood up, bowed slightly, and then turned and left.

Akabane stood up and followed Orochimaru.

After walking a few steps, he saw Orochimaru standing under a big tree by the roadside.

"Akabane-kun, it seems you're not happy either. You actually used a shadow clone to deceive Tsunade and ran off to play."

Orochimaru said gleefully.

Akabane rolled his eyes and couldn't help but complain: "When two women are fighting, I have to be dragged into it. It's so painful."

"Women are all troublesome creatures, but seeing you unhappy makes me happy."

Orochimaru chuckled softly.

"Looks like you've had your fill of toying with Uchiha Rin. Are you going to let him go this time?"

"No, I created a shadow clone."

Orochimaru, under the influence of his transformation technique, walked forward slowly and rhythmically.

Both of them are in a state that can't be seen in public, but they still have a lot to talk about.

He took a few steps, and then said with great emotion, "I once wanted to learn from Akabane-kun and write my own story. But then I discovered that studying the mysteries of ninjutsu and the mysteries of life are themselves the most outstanding stories."

Ok?

Akabane didn't quite catch on; how did this guy suddenly become so artsy while he was talking?

He followed for a few steps, then said seriously, "Speak like a human being."

Orochimaru paused for a moment, then chuckled: "I've gained a lot of inspiration from your story, so manga isn't entirely without merit."

"What do you mean?"

Akabane paused for a moment, not quite understanding what Orochimaru was trying to say, but he felt that the other party must have a purpose.

"Um...it's nothing, I just wanted to find someone to chat with."

Orochimaru remained silent for a moment before speaking.

"Where has your deal with him progressed?"

Akabane frowned slightly.

Orochimaru's change of heart is happening rather quickly.

"I'm ready to join them."

He said casually, "Joining them will give you more opportunities to go out."

The study of ninjutsu requires extensive experimental and theoretical support.

He lacked the terrifying theoretical knowledge and talent of the second generation, and therefore could only choose to conduct more experiments.

"Be careful, he's not so easy to deal with. It's best to wait until you have enough strength before you do anything."

After pondering for a moment, Akabane said.

Danzo's methods are insidious and ruthless; he will gradually push people into the abyss through his schemes.

"He's a venomous snake, but... I'm Orochimaru!"

Orochimaru was extremely confident.

Living with venomous snakes always means there will be times when you get bitten back, but he was born to live with snakes.

"Ah."

Akabane nodded without saying anything more.

Although there are no outsiders in your perception, you still need to be wary of Danzo and the Anbu, and say as little as possible about these things.

He walked a few steps and came to a rather secluded path.

suddenly……

A gust of wind swept up, and a figure appeared in the middle of the road.

Danzo.

He glanced at Orochimaru, then at Akabane, and paused for a moment before saying, "You two being together saves me a lot of time."

"teacher."

Akabane did not revert to his original form, but merely bowed slightly.

"Hmm... War may be about to break out in the Land of Whirlpools."

Danzo said calmly.

"guessed."

Orochimaru licked his lips.

What comic convention? It's just pre-battle briefings and negotiations.

For him, this was an opportunity.

"Where's the time?"

Akabane pondered for a moment before asking.

"They hold the initiative, and we can only react passively. However, the approximate timeframe is after the Chunin Exams."

Danzo said calmly.

Hmm...it has nothing to do with me.

Akabane didn't respond; he didn't want to set off with Danzo, so it was better not to go at all.

"It looks like it's going to be another war."

Orochimaru said.

"War is inevitable. If Konoha wants peace, it must take swift and decisive action against others."

Danzo said indifferently.

He looked at Akabane and Orochimaru, then said, "This time, it will most likely be the Anbu and Root that go into battle. I hope you can help me."

"No one can predict the future, so I can't agree immediately."

Orochimaru remained noncommittal.

"Teacher, if you need help with training, I will do my best."

Akabane said cowardly.

He didn't want to participate in the war—at least not with Danzo.

As for Orochimaru...

He showed no surprise or other emotion, but his subtle movements revealed that he was not calm at the moment.