C211 Desperate! a Heavy Sorrow

"Kimimaro? What brings you here?"

Ino gazed at the sudden appearance of Kimimaro, then at Neji's knowing smile, her shock evident.

Kimimaro drew a bone knife from within himself, his eyes piercing.

"I was concerned for Lord Neji, so I secretly followed. No one understands Orochimaru better than I do. To confront him, having me by your side is your best bet."

Yet Neji remarked