Looks like I have no affinity with the sage arts of the Three Great Sacred Lands!
Katsuo let out a deep sigh.
"What is Katsuo thinking about? You seem so absorbed!"
Orochimaru asked curiously. He had watched Katsuo brood for more than ten minutes, his expression shifting constantly. He was very curious about what Katsuo was thinking.
"I'm wondering what caused the white mice to mutate. Obviously, these toxins should be the key. Do you think you can purify all the Toad Oil we obtained?"
Katsuo asked. He did not know whether Orochimaru currently possessed the research capabilities needed for separation and purification.
Orochimaru thought for a moment, then said with a slight frown:
"That would require the latest research equipment. The centrifuge is the key. Even if I wanted to buy one, I might not be able to get it, but I know where such equipment can be found. I can go borrow it from him..."
(The Ninja World's technology was ridiculous to begin with!)
"Going to borrow it from Danzo?"
Katsuo asked seemingly casually, but his words shocked Orochimaru once again. He simply could not understand how Katsuo knew these things. It was as if the other party could foresee the future, even see straight through his heart!
Looking at Orochimaru's horrified expression, Katsuo scoffed inwardly.
Hah, you think I don't know about the dirty little dealings between you and Danzo? I just didn't expect you two to hook up so quickly...
Root was currently the only institution within Konoha capable of conducting scientific research. Danzo had the most advanced, cutting-edge research equipment in the world. If Orochimaru did not borrow from him, who else could he borrow from?
Katsuo could have guessed it with a casual thought.
After spending most of the day at Orochimaru's house, Katsuo