Smoke billowed and tree trunks shattered. The dust particles drifting through the air failed to obstruct Naruto's vision.
His eyes stared intently at Orochimaru, attempting to find any telltale signs of another transmigrator in his gaze.
However, Orochimaru merely offered a derisive smile, his retreating steps methodical and composed, radiating an airy nonchalance as if he had already achieved his goal.
Chapter 41