: As Sakura continues alone, she enters a large hall where she is confronted by Kabuto Yakushi. He taunts her for being a burden to her teammates before Orochimaru himself appears, paralyzing her with fear. Character Highlights
: After arriving at the hideout, Sasame is sent back for her safety while Jiraiya summons Gamakichi to lead the investigation. The group encounters three branching tunnels and decides to split up to cover more ground. The Three Paths : 139 : Terror! Orochimaru's Mansion
: This episode emphasizes her determination to find Sasuke but also highlights her persistent fear of Orochimaru’s overwhelming presence. : As Sakura continues alone, she enters a