Although Drake was vigilant for a long time afterwards, Orochimaru didn't take any action, and didn't even appear at Fairy Tail again.
But Drake knew that Orochimaru couldn't have no ideas after showing that kind of gaze.
And someone like Orochimaru would definitely take action once he had an idea. But no one knew when he would do something again!
Drake really couldn't guess the thoughts of Orochimaru, who had the two identities of a ninja and a perverted scientist.
But he hoped that he would be sensible and target Sasuke Uchiha. If he really dared to extend his poisonous fangs towards Fairy Tail, Drake wouldn't mind seeing how many times he could revive.
During this time, everything developed as in the original plot.
After the survival trial in the Forest of Death was the preliminary round. Drake was quite interested in one of the matches.
So Drake used a magical tool to show everyone a live broadcast.
After watching Rock Lee's battle with Gaara, everyone said that they were quite optimistic about that bowl-cut-headed boy.
In this world where anyone who didn't have anything to do with the Ōtsutsuki couldn't get on stage, Rock Lee and Might Guy were definitely special.
Just like the evaluation given by others, they were geniuses... hardworking geniuses.
In the ninja world, the talent that ninjas recognized the most was about Chakra and ninjutsu. It just so happened that this master and disciple were extremely lacking in this aspect, and according to convention, they couldn't even pass the graduation exam of the ninja academy.
But the two had never given up on their beliefs, and had worked hard until now.
You had to know that hard work was also a talent, and the Eight Gates Formation wasn't so easy to cultivate.
Being able to endure that kind of pain without wavering was even more rare and valuable than talent in ninjutsu.
And the reward was that Rock Lee's strength was definitely one of the best among his peers. Even Sasuke Uchiha, who was called a genius, might not be able to defeat him.
And Might Guy had almost kicked out the ending with one kick, and even someone as proud as Madara Uchiha was willing to give him the title of strongest.
Compared to the pretentious or twisted guys around him, the straightforward Rock Lee was obviously more likable to everyone.
But Drake didn't expect Might Guy to come to the guild the day after the preliminary round.
Although he knew that Guy's personality was a bit off, Drake was also speechless when he suddenly did a dogeza without saying a word.
"We originally accepted all kinds of requests. Just issue a request if you have something to say, you don't have to do this!"
Drake said all kinds of things before finally getting Guy to stand up and explain everything.
Everyone had seen the battle between Rock Lee and Gaara the day before. He had not only used the Eight Gates Formation, which was not light on the body, but had also endured the destruction of the out-of-control Gaara in the end.
His muscles, bones, and even tiny meridians had been destroyed. Although the medical ninjas of Konoha Hospital had saved his life, they couldn't completely cure the injuries on his body.
They had even made the judgment that Rock Lee could no longer continue to be a ninja.
How could Guy be willing to accept this result? But the final answer he received was that there was some possibility of curing Rock Lee unless he found Tsunade, one of the Sannin who had left.
But Tsunade had been missing for a long time, and how could he find her immediately?
Kakashi couldn't bear to see his best friend sad, so he told Guy that he might be able to try Fairy Tail.
In fact, Kakashi couldn't be sure whether the people from Fairy Tail could cure Rock Lee, but this was always a hope.
Of course, Guy wouldn't let go of any small hope, so this kind of laughable thing happened.
Drake took the request form that Guy had written, and said to Wendy, "Let's go take a look together!"
Wendy followed Drake with Carla, and went to Konoha Hospital with Guy.
In the ward, Drake saw Rock Lee, who was covered in bandages and had his hands and feet hung up high.
What surprised Drake was that there were quite a few people in the ward, and they were all familiar faces. The Konoha 11 and their instructors were all here this time.
They showed different expressions when they saw Drake and Wendy walk into the ward with Might Guy.
Drake didn't mean to greet them, and signaled Wendy to do her own thing.
Wendy walked to the bedside and reached out her hand to release a gentle light.
"How awful!"
Wendy showed a compassionate expression. She had seen what Gaara had done when she was watching the live broadcast. But after a careful examination, she realized how serious Rock Lee's injuries were.
Drake patted Wendy on the shoulder and said, "It's not the worst situation yet, right!"
Wendy nodded and said, "It's a little worse than expected, but it can be cured with healing magic!"
Although some people doubted it when they heard Wendy say this, they were all happy for Rock Lee.
Grandeeney the Sky Dragon was one of the few dragons who wasn't good at fighting, but her level of various support magic was the best among the dragons.
And as her student, Wendy, although young, was no less hardworking than anyone else in ordinary times, and her level of healing magic had long surpassed most mages.
Drake believed her when she said this, but the fact that it was worse than expected meant that there were still problems.
So Drake turned around and said to Guy, "You've all heard it, it can be cured and there are two methods.
One is normal treatment. We can guarantee a full recovery that won't affect future training and battles.
And the second treatment method is a bit radical, and the process will have quite intense pain. But in contrast, it will not only be completely cured, but the physique will also be greatly strengthened. A conservative estimate is that it can be strengthened to three times its current level.
Of course, the price of the second method is also different. It's up to you to decide which method to use."
Guy widened his mouth and subconsciously looked at Rock Lee.
Rock Lee's eyes had lit up when he heard that he could be cured, and he showed a surprised expression after hearing Drake's words.
What was pain? Which day hadn't he been accompanied by pain since he had been training with Guy! It was definitely a bargain to exchange a bit of pain for a three-fold increase in physique.
Drake's decision to propose this choice was also a whim. There was no way, Drake was just this kind of person, and he couldn't help but want to help someone like Rock Lee.
Rock Lee quickly showed a hesitant expression and said, "The second method must cost a lot of money, right? I...!"
Guy patted his chest and interrupted Rock Lee and said, "Lee! Leave the money to me. How can a little money compare to my precious disciple's future?
Shaping the future for my disciple is also my youth!"
"Guy-sensei!"
"Lee, yeah!"
Seeing that the master and disciple were about to cry in each other's arms, Drake quickly said, "Since you've decided, let's start! Unrelated people, please go outside first. It'll be done soon!"
After everyone had left, Drake took out several bottles of potions from his ring.
Looking at the blood-red potion that was bubbling in the transparent flask, Rock Lee couldn't help but have a bad feeling.
Everyone outside the ward heard a terrifying scream coming from inside the door in the next moment, and were startled and subconsciously guessed what had happened inside.
Fortunately, the sound didn't last long, otherwise everyone would definitely rush in worriedly.
"Alright, you can come in!"
Everyone rushed into the ward, and the first thing they saw was Rock Lee, who had removed the plaster bandages, and the obvious outline of his muscles.
"Guy-sensei, I've recovered!"
Rock Lee shared his joy with his teacher as soon as possible, but the hand he reached out to support bent the iron headboard out of shape.
Drake glanced at it and said, "Your current strength has increased too much, and it will take some time to fully master it."
Just as Rock Lee and Guy were hugging each other and crying in joy again, the expressions of the others looking at Drake changed.
How long had it been? Rock Lee had visibly become so much stronger. This simply violated their common sense.
And among them, one person's gaze was especially fiery.
After telling Guy not to forget to pay, Drake and Wendy left Konoha Hospital.
Before they had walked far, Drake stopped and looked back at the empty intersection and said, "How long are you planning to follow? If you have something to say, just say it!"
A figure flashed, and a young man appeared in front of Drake. As expected, it was Sasuke Uchiha.
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