Orochimaru's Gift

In the dark forest, Orochimaru and Uchiha Yoru meet again after parting ways in Konoha.

"Teacher Orochimaru?"

As Orochimaru regurgitated a scroll from his throat and tossed it over, Uchiha Yoru caught it with a puzzled look and flicked it to clean off the slime. He opened it, his pupils contracted, and then he looked up and smiled.

"Hehe, the intelligence on the various forces in the Land of Whirlpools, as well as the information on the ninjas sent by the Kirigakure this time, might help you adapt to this place more quickly."

The scroll Orochimaru tossed over contained intelligence, including information on the various forces in the Land of Land of Whirlpools in chaos, as well as information on the ninjas dispatched by Kirigakure. It was undoubtedly a great gift.

Looking at the intelligence report in his hand, Uchiha Yoru smiled and put it into his Tool Pouch. "Teacher Orochimaru, are you worried about your student, or do you think I'm not strong enough?"

In response to Uchiha Yoru, Orochimaru let out a unique, hoarse laugh. "Heh heh, Lord Yoru, there are quite a few valuable experimental materials in Mist Ninja."

The two were not only master and disciple, but also collaborators. With their tacit cooperation, Orochimaru's words immediately conveyed Uchiha Yoru's meaning, and he smiled and nodded.

"It seems Teacher Orochimaru has his eye on the Kekkei Genkai ninjas of Kirigakure. I'll keep an eye on them, but finding Kekkei Genkai ninjas to send to the front lines will probably be quite difficult; it'll require some trouble."

Faced with Uchiha Yoru's candidness, Orochimaru smiled and said, "Lord Yoru, although Kirigakure is under lockdown, some scattered intelligence still gets out. The policies of the Bloody Mist Village in the Land of Water are very unfriendly to Kekkei Genkai ninjas, so some precious experimental materials are sent to the front lines cheaply."

Has the Kirigakure's targeting of Kekkei Genkai families become this serious? Upon hearing this information, Uchiha Yoruro a look of realization, while secretly pondering to himself. After all, the original work didn't elaborate on this; this is a realistic world with flesh and blood, and targeting Kekkei Genkai families isn't something that can be accomplished so easily.

The Kirigakure needs at least a long period of weakening to deal with the Kekkei Genkai families before they can show their true colors. Otherwise, if they had acted this way from the beginning, the powerful Kekkei Genkai families Clan would have overthrown the Mizukage's rule long ago.

Never underestimate the strength of Kekkei Genkai families. There are quite a few Kekkei Genkai families in Kirigakure. At least he knows of Kaguya Shikotsumyaku, the Ice Style Kekkei Genkai clan, Hozuki's Water Transformation, and other Kekkei Genkai clans and secret technique clans. It can be said that among the five great Shinobi World Five Great Nations, Konoha and Kirigakure have far more Kekkei Genkai families than other ninja villages.

Seeing Uchiha Yoru deep in thought, Orochimaru immediately smiled. His disciple was indeed extraordinary; he could think far ahead from just one piece of information.

"Hehe, Lord Yoru's talent in Ninjutsu development is truly something even the teacher is a little jealous of."

Beneath his hoarse laughter, especially in the dim light, Orochimaru's sinister smile took on a sinister air. However, Uchiha Yoru.

Orochimaru is a very pure person, especially after severing the bonds with Konoha, he became even more pure, a truly qualified mad scientist.

Jealousy? It doesn't exist. Unless you have a superior Eternal Life Ninjutsu or some kind of Kekkei Genkai, it wouldn't arouse his greed.

"We owe a lot to our teacher's information in the development of Ninjutsu; otherwise, how could things have gone so smoothly?"

Faced with Uchiha Yoru's humility, Orochimaru shook his head, this time with unwavering determination, "That's nothing. Going from 0 to 1, from nothing to something, is the most difficult thing. And novel ideas in one's mind are the most precious things in the world."

In Orochimaru's eyes, only proposing this creative idea was the most valuable and important thing. As for him finding various materials and even deriving various formulas and data based on this idea, wasn't that something anyone could do?

Faced with a genius like Orochimaru, Uchiha Yoru was speechless. Orochimaru was simply relying on his knowledge of the original work; he had no innovative ideas whatsoever.

What does it mean to say "anyone with hands can do it"? As long as he comes up with an idea for various Ninjutsu, and Orochimaru thinks it's feasible, he can quickly compile a bunch of targeted information for you. Then you just need to keep experimenting until you've spent the time.

But when it came to compiling targeted information, Uchiha Yoru was speechless; this was something no one could do easily.

Uchiha Yoru, a picture forming in his mind, gestured. "Come on, come on."

Orochimaru smiled excitedly after hearing your explanation of the Ninjutsu techniques. He'll shower you with information; just try it a few more times and you'll get it, right?

"Teacher Orochimaru, this is the scroll of the 'Many Snakes' Array' Ninjutsu. Although it's only A-Rank Ninjutsu, under certain circumstances, its power seems to be no less than an S-rank."

Uchiha Yoru didn't consider these Ninjutsu particularly valuable, instead casually tossing the Ninjutsu over. This sight made Orochimaru grin wickedly; his disciple hadn't changed at all.

Looking at the Ninjutsu he had acquired, Orochimaru smiled easily. Their relationship, which was both that of teacher and friend, remained as relaxed as before, even though their positions had now changed.

"The 'Many Snakes' Array' and your so-called 'Great Snake Substitute Technique' are truly ingenious ideas."

Orochimaru rarely showed appreciation for the development of Ninjutsu. These two Ninjutsu seemed to be tailor-made for him, and they suited him perfectly. In particular, the Orochimaru Substitution Technique was an extremely important Ninjutsu.

This perfectly suited Ninjutsu seems to have added an insurance policy to fragile lives.

"Teacher Orochimaru, are you planning to establish an experimental base in the Land of Water?"

Uchiha Yoruro a look of curiosity. In the original work, it seems that Orochimaru had his eye on the Mist Ninja, otherwise how would Hozuki and Kaguya's Kekkei Genkai up in Orochimaru's hands?

Facing Uchiha Yoru, Orochimaru hardly hesitated, instead smiling and saying, "No, after leaving Konoha, I plan to establish a new base in the Land of Rice Fields!"

Orochimaru paused for a moment before continuing, "At the same time, establish a new ninja village."

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Yoruro smiled. In just a few words, the two seemed to have returned to the state of mutual trust they once had, a relationship of mentor and friend, where there was never any conflict of interest.

"Lord Yoru, now that you have revealed your ambitious fangs, there was a promising child here who could have become a tool to help Lord Yoru achieve your ambitions."

His student had given him Ninjutsu time and time again, especially the Substitution Technique, which opened up a new world for him. Although Orochimaru didn't feel the shame or embarrassment that ordinary people have, he still understood the principle that benefits should always be reciprocated.

No one party in this world can ever continue to greedily and insatiably take forever.

Benefits are always mutual, not one-sided. Now that Orochimaru has left Konoha, it seems that his own students are helping him more.

From the initial large amount of research funding, Orochimaru once again felt the financial constraints after losing his disciple, to his later contributions to Ninjutsu.

Before the 'Great Snake Substitute Technique' was invented, the Third Hokage's Explosive Tag attack almost caused him to capsize in a ditch. Severely injured, he once again felt the fragility of life. Fortunately, his student had actually developed this Substitution Technique, and he was able to leave the Land of Fire safely thanks to this Ninjutsu.

"Hehe, you're too kind, teacher. After all, without your countless Ninjutsu data, how could I have developed it?"

Uchiha Yoruro a very sincere smile, but Orochimaru did not see it that way; this was a difference in their perceptions.

In Orochimaru's eyes, the idea of creating something from nothing is the most important thing; only by daring to dream can anything be possible.

In Uchiha Yoru's eyes, he knew his own limitations. If he were to develop Ninjutsu on his own, it would take forever to succeed. This stuff really requires talent. But ever since Teacher Orochimaru came along, wow, all sorts of targeted information have been compiled for him. All he needs is time to practice.

It could be said that after Orochimaru came along, the so-called research and development of Ninjutsu was like an open-book exam in his eyes; all he needed to do was find the correct answer.

"Teacher, after you left Konoha...?"

As Uchiha Yoru, recount the changes in Konoha, Orochimaru unusually showed a calm expression, and even revealed a mocking smile at the end.

"Lord Yoru, what matters most to us now is Eternal Life, for even immortals have vanished into the dust of history."

It's clear that Orochimaru has completely relinquished his desire for power; he is now the same paranoid and insane scientist from the original story, obsessed with Eternal Life.

"Lord Yoru, your body has grown very quickly, especially in Lightning Style: Nintaijutsu. If it weren't for the fact that you've awakened your Sharingan, I'd probably doubt whether you're actually from the Uchiha Clan. Your physique is comparable to the Third Raikage of the Land of Lightning, and even the Fourth Raikage is a bit inferior to you in terms of physique."

At this point, Orochimaru didn't spit out a scroll from his mouth this time. Instead, the White Snake slowly crawled onto Uchiha Yoru's wrist and then vomited out a scroll.

"A physique comparable to the Third Raikage's Tailed Beast form, along with a massive amount of Chakra —this is your targeted training plan for the coming period."

It has to be said that if you follow Orochimaru, as long as you have talent, he will definitely arrange a full range of training for you. You don't need to worry about the training direction at all; he has already prepared a series of scientific training plans for you.

It's incredibly convenient and effortless. As for worrying about whether Orochimaru might play tricks? That just shows a lack of familiarity with Snake Uncle's character.

Snake Uncle's reputation in this regard is absolutely guaranteed.

Looking at the training plan personally designed by Orochimaru on the scroll, Uchiha Yoru immediately smiled with satisfaction. This was so convenient; he only needed to follow the steps.

"Anko's Cursed Seal has disappeared. It seems that Lord Yoru also possesses a terrifying talent in Cursed Seal."

Cursed Seal! This is one of Orochimaru's main research directions, after all, it's Sage Natural Energy.

Seeing Orochimaru's meaningful smile, Uchiha Yoru shrugged helplessly. "Sensei, perhaps my constitution is quite compatible with the Cursed Seal."

Despite what was said, a venomous snake crawled out of Uchiha Yoru's sleeve and bit down hard on his neck, carrying a bit of flesh and blood as it slithered towards Orochimaru.

Looking at the Cursed Seal and the data from the flesh and blood experiments, Orochimaru revealed a perverted and excited smile, while Uchiha Yoru used Medical Ninjutsu Chakra to heal his neck wound.

"Three days later, thirty miles to the east, I will take you to see a very precious child. His Kekkei Genkai might become a tool for your ambition, after all, the position you want requires sufficient power."

After obtaining the research data he wanted, Orochimaru immediately smiled with satisfaction, and he generously gave away the tools he had his eye on.

To him now, ordinary ninja tools are nothing more than useless trinket; only those that are helpful for research are considered valuable.

Uchiha Yoru frowned. Kaguya Kimimaro? No, that doesn't fit the timeline. It couldn't be Kaguya Kimimaro. So who could it be? And judging from Orochimaru's expression, he seems to be a tool that Orochimaru is very satisfied with. Otherwise, why would Snake Uncle personally take action and even mention this tool twice?

The Sound Four under Snake Uncle's command in the original work? They are somewhat special, but not quite. Who are they?

Just as Uchiha Yoru was secretly guessing who it was, Orochimaru satisfiedly put away the flesh and blood. "Yoru, the Corpse Reincarnation Technique will be completed in five years at most. At that time, you and I will become the only two gods in the Shinobi World. It is not an exaggeration to call us God of the Human World. In fact, in the future, all the gods of the Shinobi World will be created by our own hands."

When talking about his pursuit of Eternal Life, Snake Uncle transformed into a fanatical artist, excitedly sketching out grand plans. It was only because he knew Snake Uncle's talent that he understood it; otherwise, no one would believe him, and it would be a miracle if they didn't think he was crazy.

There is a fine line between genius and madness, but he agrees more with the idea that "the ultimate genius is madness, and the ultimate madness is genius."

Although his thoughts are wildly imaginative, the biggest difference between him and an ultimate genius like Orochimaru is that Orochimaru would personally prove the existence of wildly imaginative ideas, while he simply remained within those imaginative thoughts.

Seeing Orochimaru's fanatical expression, Uchiha Yoruro a strange look. When did Snake Uncle successfully develop this Ninjutsu? The original work doesn't explicitly say, but we can make a rough guess.

Orochimaru had clearly already undergone one transformation during the Chunin Ninja Exams, so if he needs to transform once every three years, and the main characters of the Chunin Ninja Exams were 12-13 years old, then going back three years, they would be between 8-9 years old.

Between the ages of 8 and 9, it seems to be the time of the Uchiha Clan Massacre. After Uchiha Itachi defected and joined Akatsuki, he fought Snake Uncle defected.

Snake Uncle's true objective was to covet Uchiha Itachi's body, and he only turned away after failing to do so.

From this, we can roughly deduce that Uchiha Itachi became an S-rank Rogue Ninja at the age of 13, and Snake Uncle developed this Ninjutsu around the same time.

Because of his changes, Snake Uncle's defection happened a little earlier, and Itachi also awakened his Sharingan ahead of time. But now Uchiha Itachi is seven years old, and it seems that he is less than six years away from turning thirteen.

This coincides perfectly with the five years that Snake Uncle estimated it would take to develop this Ninjutsu.

Uchiha Yoruro immediately smiled. "Sensei, what do you think is the peak age for a ninja? And how long can that peak state be maintained?"

Uchiha Yoru 'Orochimaru words, his eyes revealing an intrigued scrutiny, as if he were wondering if his disciple had come up with any more novel ideas.

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Hehe, guess who the ninja Orochimaru gave to the protagonist is?