Princess Tsunade, Madara Jiraiya, and the cold Lord Orochimaru.
Of course,
At the moment, aside from Tsunade, the other two haven't yet received their titles.
However, as direct disciples of the Third Hokage, no matter where they go, they are always the center of attention.
Mo Yu subconsciously clenched his fist, his eyes scanning the three of them.
He never expected to suddenly meet these future big figures.
Six years ago, the same year Mo Yu enrolled, the six-year-old Tsunade, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru graduated from the Ninja Academy and were recruited by the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen.
After years of training, they had already become seasoned Chūnin, capable of handling situations independently.
In a few years, they would likely be promoted to Junin.
Many predicted that the upcoming Second Great Ninja War would be the stage where these three would make their names.
But now there was one more to add: Hatake Sasuna.
The four of them had become the future leaders of the Hidden Leaf Village and were expected to achieve great things.
At first, many of the younger Chūnin who came to serve as examiners were arrogant and looked down on the soon-to-graduate Genin. However, when Tsunade, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru arrived, they immediately quieted down, showing respect and humility.
If they were like this, needless to say, the children who hadn't graduated yet were even more fanatical, their eyes filled with admiration.
Even Uchiha Fugaku, who usually didn't care about anyone, was visibly excited. To him, these three had always been his role models.
"Alright, alright, can you stop complaining? I've got official business to attend to."
Tsunade impatiently interrupted Jiraiya, then looked at Tōsaka Yuzu.
"Quick, tell me, who's betting against whom? I must get in on this, or else you're not giving me face."
Tōsaka Yuzu wiped his cold sweat, offering a bitter smile, and had no choice but to explain the situation to this lady. He couldn't afford to lie.
After hearing the details, Tsunade, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru all looked at Mo Yu with surprised expressions.
"So you're the good friend that Sasuna keeps talking about?"
Tsunade looked at Mo Yu with curiosity. "You're quite good-looking. Much more pleasant to look at than Sasuna. You don't know, that guy is usually a total introvert. He just polishes his broken sword all day, never speaks, and when he does talk, it's always just a few words. I sometimes wonder if you two are... wait, are you guys...?"
"..."
Mo Yu's head was full of black lines, and he quickly interrupted, saying, "I'm straight!"
"Hehe."
Tsunade stuck out her tongue, looking slightly embarrassed.
"But you're quite brave to challenge a Uchiha. Even if he hasn't awakened the Sharingan, he's not someone easy to deal with. Are you sure about this?"
Mo Yu nodded.
"I'm sure. I'd like to ask Princess Tsunade to be the official witness for this duel."
Tsunade waved her hand dismissively.
"Alright, alright, you don't have to be so polite. Since you're Sasuna's friend, you're also my friend. Just call me Tsunade."
She then smirked and said, "I can be the witness, but I want to make a bet too."
"How do you want to bet?" Mo Yu asked.
Tsunade replied, "I'm not as rich as the Uchiha clan, I don't have fifty thousand ryo, but I can bet five thousand. I'm betting on you to win."
She then looked at Uchiha Fugaku and said, "Uchiha's kid, if you win, you get the five thousand ryo. If you lose, you'll give an additional five thousand ryo to Mo Yu. What do you think?"
"That seems fair."
Uchiha Fugaku quickly agreed, "It's great that Tsunade can be the official witness."
He smiled widely, but inside, he was already cursing.
Tsunade was betting on Mo Yu to win, but not on him? Was she thinking he would lose?
Uchiha Fugaku was not happy. The excitement he had when meeting Tsunade and the others earlier had completely vanished.
A cold laugh rang out.
"Tsunade, they say you lose every time you bet. Seems like the rumors are true."
"Orochimaru, what do you mean?" Tsunade replied, displeased.
Orochimaru looked at Mo Yu with a sinister gaze and said, "I'm just pitying you. Throwing five thousand ryo away like this. Did your brain fill with water? How could you bet on a useless person to win?"
Tsunade retorted, "Didn't you hear? Mo Yu is not useless; he's just hiding his strength. Why can't he win?"
Orochimaru said, "Heh, he's still useless. A true genius wouldn't hide his abilities. Someone like him doesn't deserve to associate with Sasuna. Kid, you'd better know your place."
"Ha-ha, Orochimaru, didn't think you'd still be stuck on that matter. You're so petty," Jiraiya laughed, suddenly jumping next to Mo Yu, putting his arm around his shoulder in a familiar manner and saying, "Mo Yu, don't mind his words. This guy lost to Sasuna in a match once, and now he's taking it out on you."
Mo Yu nodded, finally understanding why Orochimaru always gave him such a bad look.
Hearing the truth, Orochimaru's already cold face darkened even more. His snake-like eyes scanned both Jiraiya and Mo Yu.
Jiraiya, looking disgusted, said, "Stop giving me those creepy eyes. If you don't like it, put your money where your mouth is. What's with all the talk, huh?"
"..."
At that moment, Orochimaru wanted to tear Jiraiya's mouth off. Didn't anyone else notice how weird the looks they were giving him were?
Luckily, Orochimaru maintained his composure. He calmed himself down and said, "Fine, I'll also bet five thousand ryo. I'm betting on Uchiha's kid to win."
He then turned to Uchiha Fugaku and said, "You have no problem with that, right?"
Uchiha Fugaku was thrilled, patting his chest, "I won't disappoint you, Orochimaru-sensei. Just wait and enjoy the show."
Tsunade smirked and said to Jiraiya, "Now that we've placed our bets, aren't you joining us?"
Jiraiya, with a bitter expression, replied, "You know I'm broke. I've spent everything. But Mo Yu, I'll support you spiritually. I can't stand those big family types. Go for it!"