Before Returning

Human reaction speed is limited, although the reaction time varies from person to person.

However, among all the ninjas known to Satoru, Minato's reaction speed may be unparalleled.

Hiraishin no Jutsu, the name of this ninjutsu is very popular in the ninja world, it has the ability to instantly penetrate space and teleport to another location, earning Minato the title of Yellow Flash in the Third Ninja World War.

After the recent battle with Minato, Satoru realized very well that the power of Hiraishin no Jutsu is not only based on its own strength.

It's powerful because its user is Namikaze Minato.

Minato's reaction speed is astonishing, in Satoru's view, he can quickly respond to incoming risks within 0.01 seconds and make accurate judgments.

This extraordinary reaction speed allows him to exert more power than ordinary people when using Hiraishin no Jutsu.

If someone else were to use Hiraishin no Jutsu, they might not be able to produce such a strong effect.

This is because Minato's strength lies not only in his ninjutsu ability but also in his extraordinary reaction speed and sharp insight.

Just now, Orochimaru suddenly used Kawarimi no Jutsu to confuse his opponent.

Although the Rikugan (Six Eyes) captured this abnormal moment, his reaction speed was still not as fast as Minato's.

Satoru is not a ninja who relies solely on speed and reaction, so he is a step slower in catching Orochimaru.

If Minato were here, he might be able to make accurate judgments and responses in a very short time.

Although his reaction speed is slower, it doesn't mean Satoru is helpless.

He knows that powerful techniques can also determine victory or defeat.

If he can close this space, then he may become an unbeatable existence in this limited area.

Any strange abilities will not be able to hide in front of the space blockade he sets up and will be broken one by one.

Or, he could use Obito's ability to place himself in a separate space.

That ability, combined with the Limitless Technique, would put him in a truly unbeatable position!

In such an environment, he can freely control everything and firmly hold the initiative of the battle in his own hands.

In this world, the existence of separate space can indeed be developed.

For Satoru, this idea may gradually mature after returning to Amegakure, but the recent duel with Orochimaru has firmly implanted the idea in his mind.

Facing Obito's Kamui ability, or Kawarimi no Jutsu, Satoru is very aware of the advantages of fighting in separate space.

This idea keeps spinning in his mind, stimulating his desire for exploration and innovation.

Satoru's eyes light up with excitement.

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The second day.

"Is that so? I understand."

Minato was sitting at the desk in his office, holding the report sent by ANBU in his hand.

His eyebrows were slightly furrowed, and he gently rubbed his temples.

The information he had just received kept spinning in his mind, pondering every detail within it.

He looked up and glanced out the window, and the bustling view of Konoha began to come into sight.

However, beneath this peaceful surface, there is an unknown darkness hidden.

Minato knew that as Hokage, he had a responsibility to uncover and prevent such behavior.

He turned back to his desk, took a pen, and quickly wrote Orochimaru's name on the wanted notice.

He handed the wanted notice to the ANBU in front of him.

"Announce it!" Minato's voice was firm, "Orochimaru has seriously violated Konoha's laws by secretly conducting experiments on humans. Now, he has defected from Konoha, and we have officially classified Orochimaru as an S-rank traitor of Konoha! Anyone who knows his whereabouts must report it immediately!"

"Understood, Hokage-sama!" The ANBU received the order and withdrew.

"Thank you, Satoru." Minato turned to Satoru standing beside him.

Satoru leaned against the wall and waved his hand gently to show that he didn't care.

"I'm not too accustomed to such behavior that treats human lives lightly."

Minato showed a wry smile, "Yes, if it weren't for you, it might have taken a long time to discover Orochimaru's secret experiments."

At this moment, he seemed to remember something, "By the way, I heard you're returning to Amegakure today?"

Satoru nodded, with a smile on his face, "Yes, the alliance has been completed, and we can return to Amegakure successfully."

Minato stood up and extended his hand. "As Hokage, I have too many things to do. I apologize for not being able to send you out of Konoha directly."

Then, he changed the subject, "But please don't worry, I will send you out of Konoha. Mrema will safely escort you to the Fire Country border."

Satoru stepped forward and shook Minato's hand, "Thank you..."

Then, a smile appeared on his lips, and he added softly, "Junior brother."

Minato also smiled, "The matter is settled, so I hope your journey is safe, senior brother."

Satoru nodded as he looked out the window at Konoha.

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Orochimaru was walking on the streets of the Fire Country, wearing a hat to conceal his identity, and his eyes continued to scan his surroundings.

His eyes fixed on the walls covered with portraits of himself, and the person sought after was him!

A sneer appeared at the corner of his mouth.

It seems Minato really moves very fast.

Orochimaru lowered his head, he is now using Henge no Jutsu, but the portraits around him still made him a little uneasy.

So he tried to avoid the gaze of the people around him and continued to walk forward.

At this moment, a figure suddenly appeared in front of him, blocking his way.

Orochimaru raised his head, with a little caution in his eyes.

The person who came was dressed all in black, hooded, and wore a mask with a single black line across his face, making him look very mysterious.

"Please move aside." Orochimaru said coldly.

"Sannin Orochimaru." The masked man uttered the name softly.

Hearing this, Orochimaru's expression changed, and his tone became cold: "You've got the wrong person."

This masked person is naturally Uchiha Obito.

Obito chuckled and shook his head, "Don't worry, I'm not from Konoha. You are now a rebel ninja in Konoha and your situation is worrying. I have a proposal, would you accept it?"

Orochimaru frowned slightly.

This mysterious masked man actually knows his identity.

"What proposal?" Orochimaru asked nonchalantly, wanting to hear what proposal the masked man had.

Obito uttered word by word, "Join me."

"I will provide you with test subjects to bring about real change in this world."