Orochimaru's Politics
A secret underground base.
In the dimly lit study, Orochimaru wore a sickly smile as he looked at the enormous scroll before him, a blatant grin spreading across his face.
"Haha, Impure World Reincarnation! The Shinobi World actually has such Ninjutsu! It's a combination of the nearly extinct Onmyoji and Ninjutsu, a perfect fusion! This is simply another key to unlocking the mysteries of the soul!"
Beneath Orochimaru's hoarse, twisted laughter, two tears of sorrow welled up in the corners of his purple eyes.
Upon entering the study and seeing Orochimaru's distraught state, Uchiha Yoru frowned slightly, but he remained silent as he stepped forward, gazing calmly at the enormous scroll.
Impure World Reincarnation!
Looking at the record of this Ninjutsu, Uchiha Yoru suddenly realized why Madara Uchiha knew this Ninjutsu and even knew how to undo the hand seals in the original work.
Logically, this Ninjutsu was invented by the Second Hokage, but the timing of its Ninjutsu is somewhat contradictory. If it was invented at the beginning of Konoha, Madara could understand it, but the Second Hokage didn't use it in the Land of Lightning, which seems illogical. Therefore, this Ninjutsu was incomplete, an imperfect Ninjutsu. Madara knew this, and the Second Tsuchikage also recognized it, so the only explanation is that the Ninjutsu not perfected. (A self-consistent explanation)
This evil Ninjutsu appeared as early as the Warring States Period. Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju Teuchi it together, and this Ninjutsu was among the spoils of war they obtained, but it seems to have been destroyed and they did not obtain the complete version.
"Hehe, Lord Yoru, this Forbidden Technique was originally intended by the Second Hokage to revive the First Hokage, but unfortunately, this Ninjutsu has only just begun its initial testing."
At this moment, Orochimaru wore a genuine smile, like a boy who had obtained a priceless treasure. In his eyes, these Forbidden Techniques were more important than anything else, after all, they had given him two keys to pursuing immortality.
Impure World Reincarnation! Ninjutsu that manipulates the soul. If he were to successfully develop it, he would surely gain a deeper understanding of the mysteries of the soul and thus explore the secrets of immortality.
Living Corpse Reincarnation! It completely gave him a way to permanently maintain his youth by converting into a younger body.
The two Forbidden Technique seem completely opposite, but the Corpse Reincarnation Technique involves changing bodies and touches on the mysterious soul, so these two Forbidden Techniques were tailor-made for Orochimaru.
Seeing Orochimaru's growing obsession with immortality, Uchiha Yoru frowned and said in a deep voice, "Teacher Orochimaru, it seems there haven't been any voices in the village recommending Fifth Generation for a long time."
The dimly lit study fell silent. Orochimaru's obsessive, morbid smile slowly faded. He turned to look at him and said with a hoarse laugh, "Lord Yoru, it seems you care a lot about this Fifth Hokage."
In response to Orochimaru's words, Uchiha Yoru nodded frankly and spoke his mind.
"That's right. If Teacher Orochimaru becomes the Fifth Hokage, the Uchiha Clan won't be ostracized. They can even naturally enter the Konoha High Command. The entire Konoha will become his support, providing endless resources for his research into the art of immortality."
"Similarly, as a disciple, I can also lay down my burden." Uchiha Yoru said these words without any falsehood; he was telling the truth. When Orochimaru becomes the Fifth Hokage, his status will naturally rise accordingly, allowing him to access higher authority in Konoha, and he won't have to worry so much.
After all, it's good to be under a big tree and have Orochimaru's backing, as long as you still have value.
Looking at his outstanding disciple, who was also his most satisfying disciple to date, Orochimaru smiled. Unusually, he didn't mention Forbidden Technique but instead took out a scroll and tossed it over.
"This is a map showing the current defenses of Konoha Village along its borders, as well as the trade shares controlled by various clans within the Land of Fire. For example, the Nara Clan controls 40% of the medicinal herb business in the Land of Fire, the Akimichi Clan controls 50% of the military Ration Pill in Konoha, the Yamanaka controls Konoha's Intelligence Department, and there are other clans..."
"The major clans within the village have completely divided up all of Konoha's resources. Even your Uchiha Clan is involved in medicinal herbs and Ration Pill, albeit in small amounts. However, together with the Hyuga Clan, they control the largest Shuriken, Kunai, Chakra Metal business in the entire Land of Fire."
At this moment, Orochimaru no longer seemed like a fanatic obsessed with the Forbidden Technique of immortality, but a seasoned politician, mature and composed, with a wise glint in his eyes, as he slowly analyzed all the intelligence on the major clans of Konoha.
At this moment, Orochimaru was a wise politician. Uchiha Yoru opened the scroll and saw all the information on it. It completely analyzed all the interests of Konoha and how much each of the major clans had seized.
Seeing Uchiha Yoru's solemn expression, Orochimaru revealed his uniquely charming, husky smile. "Konoha is now a stagnant pool. All the interests have been clearly divided up. Lord Yoru, your political acumen is truly the strongest I've ever seen among the younger generation, even stronger than mine."
"But there's something you've never understood: there's a king in this stagnant pool, an unshakeable king, and a group of supporters. If this king nods, the stagnant pool will naturally come alive. In the dog-eat-dog world, a strong king might emerge, leading the stagnant pool to become even stronger. Of course, it's also possible that after a period of survival of the fittest, it will completely decline."
"The pool was only so big, yet this king, at the height of his power, was afraid. He was afraid that the kingdom he had created would collapse, that the ideals he upheld would be replaced, and this king was also extremely arrogant."
At this moment, Orochimaru's pale golden snake eyes were filled with profound depth, as if he were a philosopher recounting the current political situation.
"Your Majesty! Everyone has their own pride. He may allow someone to defeat him as he grows old, and he may allow someone to replace him, but he will absolutely not allow anyone to trample on his ideals! To trample on his will!"
"Every powerful ninja has their own unwavering principles, just like you and me!" Orochimaru said, glancing meaningfully at Uchiha Yoru with a hoarse laugh, "Just like you, Lord Yoru, you are extremely proud at heart. Even when facing your teacher, I, you are born with a pride that will not be swayed by anyone else's will."
At this moment, Uchiha Yoru understood Orochimaru's meaning. The current Third Hokage was the king at the final peak, while Orochimaru was the king of the new generation. Both of them had their own ideals, and neither would submit to the other.
If Orochimaru wants to rise to power, he can't avoid the Third Hokage. If the Third Hokage doesn't agree, then Orochimaru will be facing all the clans and ninjas who have the Third Hokage as their interest group.
Orochimaru's power is currently formidable, even encompassing the two Noble Houses Uchiha and Hyuga, as well as countless commoner ninjas. But would they risk their lives for Orochimaru? Would they fight so fiercely in this political struggle?
Desperate action signifies a complete breakdown in relations; in politics, a breakdown in relations means defeat and being ousted. Conversely, adhering to the rules of the political arena is an investment. When Orochimaru lost, they simply lost all their bets, not their entire fortune.
Being eliminated means the game is over; losing means giving up all your chips, which signifies the end. But if you bet everything you have, it means the game is over.
Many commoner ninjas have taken the gamble, but what about the Hyuga and Uchiha clans? The Hyuga won't, but what about the Uchiha Clan?
At this moment, Uchiha Yoruro a wry smile. Although the Uchiha had placed their bets, they only wanted to return to the center of power in the village. How could they possibly overturn the chessboard now? After all, the Hokage Faction would eventually divide up the Uchiha's position on the chessboard, but that was only in the future, not now.
The Uchiha n't risk everything for Orochimaru! Unless the person chosen this time is one of their own!
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