0280 suitable for physical training (Ch 0280)

Dong Si sat quietly beside the bed, his eyes fixed on the strange curse seal on his shoulder, and muttered to himself: “I wonder what progress Orochimaru’s research has made now…”

In the experimental base of the Sea Country, he has repeatedly read all the information left by Orochimaru. With his own research, it is not difficult for him to remove the curse on himself. However, Orochimaru has not returned to confirm whether he can leave, so he dare not act rashly.

“Orochimaru didn’t take me with him when he went out to do experiments. I think it’s mainly because he doesn’t trust me. If I were as loyal as Kabuto Yakushi, I probably wouldn’t be left here alone…” Dong Si felt that Orochimaru kept him in this sea country not just to keep Anko company.

Just as he was immersed in these thoughts, the curse mark on his shoulder suddenly became extremely hot.

“Ah! This…” Dong Si was shocked and a thought flashed through his mind: Could it be that Orochimaru is back?

“Mr. Dong Si, I didn’t expect you still had the curse not lifted.” Orochimaru’s hoarse voice came slowly from outside the room, with the unique reverberation of the cave. To Dong Si, it sounded unreal and illusory.

Dong Si stood up suddenly, lowered his head, and said respectfully: “Lord Orochimaru, you are back.” Although he said so, he felt the severe pain from the curse seal, and thought to himself: From what you said, I know that you have a bad impression of me. You play this kind of word game as soon as you come back, to show me your power.

“Since you still remember that the deal is not yet complete, that’s just right. My research has reached a bottleneck, and it’s time for you to fulfill your promise. I hope you won’t let me down.” There was no light in the room, and Orochimaru stood at the door, his figure hidden in the darkness. Although Dong Si couldn’t see his face clearly, he could feel that the high and mighty gaze was falling on him.

“Of course, Lord Orochimaru.” Dong Si responded, but he was secretly expecting in his heart: as long as Orochimaru completes this forbidden reincarnation technique, he will be free again.

“Teacher! When did you come back!” Red Bean suddenly shouted in surprise outside the room. Then there was a crisp snap of fingers, and a faint light appeared outside the door. Under this light, Orochimaru’s figure looked even darker and weirder.

Orochimaru looked the same as always. He grinned, glanced at Dong Si, turned his head to look at Hongdou behind him, and said in a slightly teasing tone: “Hongdou, you still like to yell like this, you are such an impolite little guy.”

Red Bean didn’t care at all. Instead, she held Orochimaru’s hands affectionately and shook them like a spoiled child: “Teacher, I miss you. You haven’t been back for three years!” Red Bean, who is nearly 1.6 meters tall, is like a little child at this moment, full of joy.

Orochimaru patted Anko’s head and his tone became gentle, “Okay, stop messing around.”

Red Bean then pulled Orochimaru’s hand hard and walked out happily.

Orochimaru turned his head and glanced back at Dong Si, saying, “Come to me after lunch.”

Dong Si felt the pain from the curse seal on his shoulder quickly faded, it seemed that Orochimaru was willing to take back his magical power. “Yes, Lord Orochimaru.” He still bowed his head and responded respectfully. He didn’t breathe a sigh of relief until he heard the footsteps of Orochimaru and Red Bean gradually fade away.

Outside the room, the sound of Red Bean pretending to complain to Orochimaru was heard, saying that her teacher was not around to guide her, and now she might not even be able to beat Toushi, and that she must improve her strength and so on.

Dong Si also walked out of the cave, just in time to see the sky gradually brightening, the sun shining through the sea fog. “This weather looks good, suitable for practicing Taijutsu.”