He clearly remembered what the Third Hokage had said back then.
Anyone who threatened the village was an enemy, even family, disciples, or friends.
And in the end?
The Third Hokage still let Orochimaru escape.
Saying one thing and doing another.
"The so-called Will of Fire has become a huge joke. He hasn't even figured out what he wants to protect, yet he keeps brainwashing the entire village."
Hyuga Renji said as he laughed mockingly and glanced at Jiraiya, "Perverted old man, you should laugh too. It's rare to see something this funny."
Hyuga Renji respected people with firm beliefs.
If the Third Hokage had been ruthless enough to eliminate threats to the village without hesitation, Renji would not have disliked him so much.
Instead, the Third Hokage claimed to protect the village while letting Orochimaru escape.
That was truly ridiculous.
Right or wrong could be judged later.
But at least the attitude should have been firm.
Currently, that Uchiha brat was not bad.
If he said he wanted revenge, then he truly meant revenge.
Although his desire for power looked obsessive, at least his will was firm.
Of course, the future was still uncertain.
Jiraiya picked up his wine glass, drank it in one gulp, and said in a deep voice, "Renji, Uzumaki Naruto is in your care. I'll be leaving for a while."
During his travels across various countries, he had heard rumors about a mysterious organization planning to capture all the Tailed Beasts in the ninja world.
He was worried they would target Naruto.
He also had an extremely important mission now.
He needed to find the Child of Prophecy mentioned by the Great Toad Sage.
"Is that so?" Hyuga Renji replied casually.
He already knew Jiraiya had chosen not to interfere in the conflict between the Third Hokage and Orochimaru.
"Anyway, I still have things to do. Little Hinata is waiting for me at home," Hyuga Renji said as he picked up the Icha Icha Paradise and disappeared instantly.
Jiraiya sighed helplessly and muttered, "Orochimaru..."
"Here is the bill. Please review it," the middle-aged female owner said respectfully as she placed it beside Jiraiya's hand.
Jiraiya picked up the bill and looked at the long list of expenses.
The corners of his mouth twitched as he scratched his head awkwardly and said, "Can I pay next time?"
He still had money in his pocket.
But it seemed slightly insufficient.
Jiraiya stood up, flicked his long white hair, struck a dramatic pose, and said confidently.
"Madam owner, I am Jiraiya, the Toad Sage and one of the Legendary Sannin. With my reputation, I will definitely pay you later."
"Lady Tsunade, also one of the Legendary Sannin, still hasn't paid what she owed from several years ago. Lady Tsunade said to put it on Lord Renji's tab," the owner replied calmly.
"Are you planning to pay for Lord Renji as well?"
Jiraiya froze.
His expression looked worse than crying.
This stinky brat.
Renji must have known everything already and deliberately set him up.
...
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