The Second Transaction

After the Ninjutsu effect ended, the two flew to the center together. Looking at the almost symmetrical marks left by the clash of Ninjutsu on both sides, Ōnoki said, "Not bad, your mastery of Light Release is no less than that of my Dust Release."

"I didn't expect Yin Release to have such a powerful effect at the third stage you mentioned. Your Chakra control was strong before, but not this exaggerated."

Yichen nodded. Practicing Light Release, Kekkei Tōta Chakra Fusion, best demonstrates Chakra control.

Yichen was able to reach the level of Ōnoki in Light Release within ten days, primarily due to his assistance in Yin Release, with Ōnoki's guidance being secondary.

Similarly, although Yichen's Light Release is no less powerful than Ōnoki's Dust Release, Yichen relies on Chakra control Kekkei Tōta, Yichen is still inferior to Ōnoki.

However, reaching this level in a short period of time is the limit.

The next day, Yichen told everyone to pack their things and prepare to depart for the Land of Whirlpools.

This time, Yichen used the Light-Weight Rock Technique to carry everyone to the Land of Whirlpools, so the journey was very fast. The group arrived in the Land of Whirlpools on the same day.

Orochimaru did not establish the original Uzushio Village at its original location. Instead, he built a seaside ninja village on the southern coast Orochimaru the Land of Whirlpools.

Because the Land of Water is located in the northeastern part of the Land of Whirlpools, Orochimaru chose the southern coast when establishing his ninja village. This minimized the possibility of being attacked from the sea by the Mist ninja, while also allowing him to utilize the resources of the ocean. Orochimaru's choice of location was indeed deliberate.

Yichen and the others' destination was not Orochimaru's ninja village, but Uzushio Village.

The ruins of Uzushio Village are still there, but from a bird's-eye view, there is no one in sight. Compared to when Yichen last came, there is now more greenery from the overgrown weeds.

Yichen had no intention of reminiscing about Uzushio Village. Instead, he led the group down to the entrance of the Supergravity Space in Uzushio Village.

This location should not have been discovered by anyone. It looks the same as when Yichen left, except that the ground that Yichen had stirred up with his Earth Release escape technique has been restored to its original state, and no trace can be seen anymore.

Yichen skillfully used Earth Release to reveal the passage.

Ōnoki and Uchiyama Takuhiro entered the Supergravity Space to cultivate, while Yichen guarded them outside. At the same time, Yichen also sent a message to some small snakes that seemed to be wandering around unconsciously nearby.

Sure enough, Orochimaru appeared before Yichen the next day.

"Yichen- kun, I wonder what brings you here this time?" Orochimaru stopped a hundred meters away from Yichen.

For some reason, Yichen. Whether it was the time they traded information and Ninjutsu, or the time in the Land of Rain, Orochimaru felt that Yichen was a formidable rival, but not a significant threat.

But this time, Yichen gave him a dangerous feeling, as if if he got too close, he might be in danger of being killed.

Orochimaru has dealt with snakes for many years and has developed a beast-like intuition.

The last person to give him this feeling was Nagato, the owner of the Rinnegan.

Yichen smiled, not surprised by Orochimaru's caution.

"Orochimaru- senpai, our last collaboration was very pleasant. Naturally, I'd like to continue our collaboration this time."

Orochimaru stuck out his long tongue and licked his lips, saying, "Yichen- kun, our last meeting in the Land of Rain wasn't pleasant at all."

Yichen smiled nonchalantly, "Do you think Orochimaru- senpai would care about such a trivial matter? I think Orochimaru- senpai should know that I'm targeting Konoha ninjas."

"If Orochimaru- senpai couldn't even survive that situation, then he's not qualified to make a deal with me."

Yichen spoke casually, but Orochimaru was still taken in by it, saying, "Yichen- kun, you're right, I agree with your logic. I wonder what Yichen- kun is going to trade this time?"

Yichen smiled and said, "No rush, let's talk first. I was very satisfied with the last transaction. I wonder if Orochimaru- senpai is satisfied as well?"

Orochimaru was silent for a moment before saying, "I am also very satisfied with the deal with Yichen- kun."

In the last transaction, Orochimaru mainly gained information. Although it seemed like he suffered a loss, Orochimaru could feel that he had saved a lot of time in his research over the past two years. Moreover, he had a very clear direction for his future research.

Orochimaru genuinely felt that the deal was worthwhile. As for what Yichen did after obtaining those Ninjutsu, that was none of Orochimaru's business.

He wasn't Konoha High-ranking officials, nor did he sign Summoning Contract with the Monkey Clan.

Yichen clapped his hands and laughed, "That's good. Let me first tell you what I'm bringing to trade with Orochimaru."

"First of all, there is a different dimension behind me. After a few days, I can leave this different dimension intact to Orochimaru."

"Secondly," Yichen waved his hand in the direction of an Anbu.

Seeing this, the Anbu released the seal on the Terracotta Warrior Puppet in his hand. Then, in front of Orochimaru, he staged a full-blown fight with the Terracotta Warrior Puppet.

Seeing the Terracotta Warrior Puppet repeatedly defeated and then regenerating, Orochimaru's eyes narrowed. Immortality?

Seeing this, Yichen laughed and said, "It's just a little gadget. Perhaps Orochimaru would be interested. But let me make it clear beforehand, this thing looks amazing, but it's actually not very useful."

Yichen spoke very frankly, with an air of honesty as if he were doing business at a loss.

"Finally, this is it." Yichen reached out towards the direction of another Anbu and used the Banshō Ten'in to take a huge iron box into his hand. Inside the iron box was the sealed White Zetsu clone.

"This is an experimental subject, of course, not something we in Iwagakure researched. What I want to say is that he knows Wood Release. I won't say any more nonsense; I believe the words 'Wood Release' are enough to demonstrate his value."

"This experiment revealed a very magical Earth Release. Once he touches the ground, he can instantly disappear into the distance. If Orochimaru- senpai wants to study this, he'll need to prepare a metal platform."

Orochimaru's eyes flickered, and he thought of a "person".

Yichen laughed and said, "I suppose Orochimaru- senpai has already guessed. That's right, this thing is called White Zetsu, and it has now joined the Dark Akatsuki, specifically responsible for the Dark Akatsuki's intelligence work."

"Of course, this White Zetsu clone; this is just one of them."

After Orochimaru and Yichen finished introducing each item in the trade, they asked, "What's in that alternate dimension?"

Yichen smiled and said, "There's nothing there. The gravity inside is much stronger than outside. It's quite suitable for practicing our Iwagakure's secret techniques. As for its use for Orochimaru- senpai, I have no idea."

Orochimaru thought for a moment and said, "Alright, I'll take this. What do you need?"

Yichen smiled slightly and said, "Super Beast Imitation Drawing Technique."

"Okay," Orochimaru agreed readily.

Then he continued, "For the second puppet, I can cast a B-rank Genjutsu."

Yichen nodded. The Terracotta Warrior Puppet were the least valuable, and Orochimaru directly gave a price without letting Yichen choose. But no matter what he offered, it would be a profit for Yichen.

"As for the last thing, I can agree to share my research findings on the Caged Bird, and I'll also include the information I obtained from the Hyuga Clan regarding the Caged Bird," Orochimaru said.

"Haha, Orochimaru- senpai is indeed decisive. Deal!" Yichen's eyes lit up, and he laughed loudly.

The research results Orochimaru mentioned refer to the current research results. Orochimaru definitely hasn't broken the Caged Bird yet, and Yichen knows this. If he could directly break the Caged Bird, the White Zetsu clone that Yichen gave him wouldn't be worth enough.

Yichen formed One-handed Hand Seals and used the Porcelain Release to send the White Zetsu clone and the Terracotta Warrior Puppet to Orochimaru. At the same time, Orochimaru summoned several snakes, which swam to Yichen and spat out the scrolls from their mouths.

The transaction was completed, but Orochimaru didn't leave. Instead, he said, "I'd like to make another deal. Yichen- kun mentioned last time that your Iwagakure received some of the legacy of the Sage of Six Paths' brothers."

"I want to know the descriptions of those Ninjutsu techniques. I don't need the training methods, just the general effects."

Yichen thought for a moment and said, "No problem, this isn't any important information. I can give it to Orochimaru for free."

After saying that, Yichen recounted to Orochimaru the descriptions of various Ninjutsu related to the Tenseigan recorded in the Scroll of Seals Iwagakure.

Orochimaru nodded and said, "As expected of Yichen- kun, you are a businessman. In that case, I will also give Yichen some information."

After saying that, Orochimaru tossed a scroll towards Yichen. Then he casually turned and left.

Yichen noticed that as he turned around, Orochimaru glanced in the direction where Kawakita was hiding.

Orochimaru's senses were truly remarkable; even though Kawakita hadn't shown any killing intent, he still managed to detect it. However, judging from Orochimaru's expression, he was probably wondering where this powerful individual had come from.

Orochimaru's senses were able to detect the situation in Kawakita, but Yichen had already instructed the Little Rhino Dog, the Little Chōmei, and Son Goku to hide inside the Outer Path Statue Fragment, so Orochimaru probably didn't notice.

Yichen was curious about what information Orochimaru had given him, but he didn't open it directly. Instead, he watched Orochimaru leave.

After Orochimaru left, Yichen and his group stayed near the edge of Uzushio Village for another half a month.

For the past two weeks, Yichen has spent most of his time practicing Light Release with Ōnoki. When he has free time, he will give pointers to a few disciples, including the guards and Anbu in Ōnoki's team.

Although Uzumaki Riori, the source of joy, is no longer around, the scene of Sokai training his Three-Tomoe Sharingan under the urging of the two Tailed Beast is still quite pleasing to the eye.

"Ouch, ouch, ouch! Little Rhino Dog, be gentle! Do you know how powerful your Chakra is?" Once again, while practicing close combat with his Sharingan, Sokai was hit by an elongated Chakra tail from the Little Rhino Dog and cried out in pain.

Hearing this call, Yichen's monotonous cultivation time suddenly became interesting.

In fact, Sokai has made rapid progress. Although his Three-Tomoe Sharingan has just awakened and he hasn't learned higher-level Genjutsu yet, the Three-Tomoe Sharingan's perception is still very helpful in close combat.

For a Sokai- Genin Little Rhino Dog to be able to withstand the attacks of the Tailed Beast Saiken for so long is truly remarkable.