Chapter 206:
Nonō was stunned.
Considering the gap in their statuses, how had Orochimaru even recognized her after all these years? It seemed almost unbelievable.
In truth, Orochimaru was just as surprised.
Sometimes, fate worked in strange ways. Moments earlier, feeling restless from overthinking, he had decided to test the infrared night-vision function he'd developed for his reconnaissance flies. To his astonishment, the device revealed Nonō standing right outside his door.
If that wasn't fate, then what was?
Hearing Nonō's question, Orochimaru's lips curved into a slight smile. "Of course I remember. I've been keeping an eye on your progress."
"Keeping… an eye on me?" Nonō was even more bewildered. Why would someone like Orochimaru someone who had stood out as a genius since childhood pay attention to her?
It was almost too much to believe.
"Come inside. Let's talk," Orochimaru said casually.