Should I continue being a villain in the ninja world after transmigrating?

Chapter 13 Orochimaru and Zeref

Meanwhile, Mavis was explaining her and Zeref's origins to the Third Hokage of Konoha, Hiruzen Sarutobi, and Kakashi.

"what!"

"You mean, you and Zeref come from another world!"

Even though Hiruzen Sarutobi and Kakashi had made various guesses before talking to Mavis, the truth was far more bizarre and shocking than all their guesses combined.

“That’s right, Zeref and I both come from another world called Asland. There, there are no ninjas or chakra; it’s a world with magic and mages…”

A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, and Mavis's long, golden hair fluttered in the wind. She gently pressed her hair down and slowly recounted her and Zeref's origins.

"My name is Mavis, Mavis Viviamilio, and I'm a member of the Fairy Tail magic guild..."

As Mavis recounted her story, a world completely different from the ninja world, yet seemingly more exciting, gradually unfolded before Hiruzen Sarutobi and Kakashi.

Mavis briefly recounted how Zeref started a war, and how she and Zeref inexplicably ended up in the ninja world during the war.

“So,” Mavis concluded, “I can’t make any guarantees for Zeref, but I can promise you that I have no intention of harming Konoha!” Mavis solemnly promised.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Kakashi exchanged a glance and fell into deep thought at the same time.

After a moment of contemplation, Hiruzen Sarutobi adjusted his straw hat and asked seriously, "Do you mean that Zeref might be a threat to Konoha?"

Kakashi frowned slightly. According to Mavis, she and Zeref were not allies as they appeared; on the contrary, they were enemies! Thinking about how Zeref and Mavis usually got along, Kakashi was somewhat surprised.

Considering the complicated situation of Mavis and Zeref coming from another world, and the level of danger Zeref described by Mavis, Kakashi couldn't help but feel a headache coming on.

The ninja world is troublesome enough already; hopefully, magic won't make things worse. Kakashi prayed without much hope.

After discovering Mavis and Zeref's unusual behavior, Kakashi suggested to Hiruzen Sarutobi that they start by gathering information from Mavis. This was because, in their previous interactions, Kakashi subconsciously felt that Mavis was more friendly than Zeref.

Mavis had more contact with Kakashi's team, while Zeref always stayed away from them, creating a stark contrast.

In retrospect, this decision couldn't have been more correct. If Mavis's words were true, Jelf's danger was more than just a matter of being unfriendly.

Upon hearing Hiruzen Sarutobi's question, Mavis visibly felt a pang of disappointment. She sighed and said, "I don't know. Zeref is in danger right now, both in terms of strength and his thoughts..."

At this moment, Hiruzen Sarutobi thought of the two ANBU members he had sent to monitor Zeref, and a strange unease crept into his heart. He glanced at Mavis and then asked calmly, "Is Zeref very strong?"

Mavis replied seriously, "Zeref is the most renowned dark mage in magical history, a peerless magical genius. The demons he creates alone possess terrifying power. And what needs to be noted is..."

At this point, Mavis took a deep breath and said, "Zeref is cursed to be immortal!"

While Mavis was telling Hiruzen Sarutobi and Kakashi about Zeref's terrifying strength and danger, on the other side, Orochimaru and Zeref were having a conversation.

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"Nice to meet you. My name is... Orochimaru."

After watching the man who had suddenly appeared finish his sentence and then quietly look at him, as if he could get some kind of reaction just by saying his name, Zeref tilted his head and couldn't help but chuckle.

"Ha ha ha—"

This behavior is truly arrogant and conceited, if Zeref is really a genin as he appears.

Seeing that Zeref didn't seem to care at all, and even seemed to be laughing so hard that his shoulders were shaking, Orochimaru narrowed his eyes with displeasure.

However, Orochimaru always had a high tolerance for strong people and those who interested him. Even if he was subconsciously annoyed, he would just quietly wait for Zeref's laughter to stop.

After laughing, Zeref explained, "Excuse me, you seem to be a very famous ninja. My name is Zeref. Please forgive me for not knowing you, just as you have never heard of me."

Looking at the cold, sinister man before him, Jelf's thoughts drifted. Even though he hadn't done anything wrong and no one knew him, darkness still seemed to gather around him...

Orochimaru watched as Zeref uttered apologetic words, yet his expression showed no unease or worry. This further confirmed his suspicions. Indeed, this guy is quite interesting, hehehe…

Orochimaru's displeasure had completely vanished by this moment. He smirked and said, "Since we're not familiar with each other, why don't we get to know each other a little? I have a feeling we might get along quite well, hehehe..."

Orochimaru wasn't just saying this casually or lying; he had this feeling the moment he saw Zeref.

Orochimaru doesn't know the reason yet, but he will understand in the future. It's probably the result of studying the connection between talented individuals.

Zeref looked up at the Hokage Rock standing in Konoha Village, sensing that many people were rapidly approaching, and chuckled, "Alright, but it seems we need to find another place to talk."

Sensing the approaching ninjas, Orochimaru noticed one of them had the same familiar chakra. His interest intensified, and he narrowed his eyes, smiling as he said, "Alright."

By the time Hiruzen Sarutobi arrived with Kakashi, Mavis, and a small squad of Anbu ninjas, Zeref and Orochimaru had already left.

Kakashi went to check on the two ANBU members who were assigned to follow Zeref, and found that they were just under a genjutsu. He breathed a sigh of relief, but was also a little puzzled.

He walked to Hiruzen Sarutobi's side with a stern face and reported, "They were just under a genjutsu."

Illusion?

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned, looked at Mavis who seemed inexplicably sad beside him, and asked, "Is Zeref already able to use genjutsu?"

Mavis was silent for a moment, then shook her head and said, "Even if Zeref has mastered illusion magic, there is no need to use illusion magic specifically to deal with him; that's not his style."

“I’m afraid other ninjas have made contact with Zeref,” Mavis said with a serious expression.