Orochimaru then said, "To perfect the Impure World Reincarnation, we need to conduct a lot of experiments, and at the same time, we also need to carry out a series of studies."
"I can help you with what you need, but besides perfecting the Impure World Reincarnation, you also need to help me thoroughly research the Uzumaki Clan's Reaper Death Seal Technique." Shiyu made the request again.
"The Reaper Death Seal?" Orochimaru exclaimed immediately, even though he had never heard of such a technique before.
"Every technique eventually has a breakthrough point. I'll agree to your request for now, but you have to fulfill your promise to me first. Let's take it one step at a time."
"If you sincerely help me, I will naturally help you sincerely. Look, we seem to have arrived." Shiyu saw ninjas waiting for them ahead.
Those ninjas were naturally from the Shinobi Village, and the Forehead Protector on their heads were the future Ninja Allied Forces Forehead Protector with the character "Ninja" written on them.
"Let's go. I've established a science center in Shinobi Village. You can be in charge of the human bioscience area," Shiyu invited.
Shiyu led Orochimaru on a tour of the Shinobi Village, which immediately shocked Orochimaru. He wondered how long it would take Orochimaru to reach his current level if he were to become the Kage of the Hidden Orochimaru.
The Shinobi Village has relatively advanced science and technology. Shiyu has been using its strong economy to continuously improve the development of science and technology. The Shinobi Village had already been connected to electricity before, and now every household has electricity and electrical appliances. The quality of life is above average.
Shiyu led Orochimaru on a tour of the science center. Orochimaru's eyes were naturally wide open. Some of the technologies were only acquired by Shiyu through monetary means, which naturally made Orochimaru extremely envious.
"Orochimaru? Do you like it? Just tell me which technique you like," Shiyu said casually.
"Shiyu, you're really amazing! It seems you've gathered many of the most advanced technologies available. You must be incredibly wealthy!" Orochimaru said, whether out of envy or excitement.
"I've also established Ninja Academy, which not only teaches Ninjutsu but has also nurtured quite a few promising scientific talents. If you have time, you can go and see if you're interested in cultivating some good prospects." Shiyu also shared his thoughts with Orochimaru.
Leaving the science center, Orochimaru said with a mixture of admiration and shock, "Shiyu, I never imagined that you could build such a powerful ninja village in just three years. Moreover, it's obvious that your village is heavily guarded and has many strong individuals. Even I sensed at least five auras that are no weaker than mine."
"Your village has so many Kage Level shinobi. It seems you have your sights set on the entire Shinobi World. No wonder you left Konoha and even lost your chance to become Hokage without feeling any regret or sadness," Orochimaru said.
"Being just the Hokage isn't enough for me right now. Konoha may seem egalitarian, but it actually has deeply ingrained frameworks and discrimination. Oh, right, this place is called the Hidden Ninja Village. It sounds a bit of a mouthful, so just call it the Shinobi Village. I am the Shinobi Kage," Shiyu said.
"I welcome capable or powerful missing-nin to join me. Once you join, you will no longer be missing-nin, but a ninja of my Shinobi Village. Of course, the laws here are quite strict, and if you violate them, you will naturally be dealt with properly," Shiyu said with a smile.
"It seems you've started treating the Shinobi Village like a country. Not only are you incredibly strong, but you're also amazing at governing the village. I bet Teacher Sarutobi will regret this to death." Orochimaru couldn't help but laugh.
"Haha! Great minds think alike!" Shiyu joked with Orochimaru as well.
"Then, you can stay in Shinobi Village for now. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I still need to introduce you to the other high-ranking members of Ninja Village," Shiyu said.
"Understood." Orochimaru nodded, thus completely entering the interior of the Shinobi Village.
Immediately afterwards, Shiyu convened another high-level meeting of the Ninja Village, Shiyu he spoke.
"This is Orochimaru, one of the Sannin. For various reasons, he ultimately defected from Konoha. I have always valued talent, and Mr. Orochimaru's strength has reached at least the level of Quasi-Kage, therefore he is qualified to join our Twilight Organization."
"Welcome, Lord Orochimaru, to the Shinobi Village!" Everyone else was quite enthusiastic, Orochimaru didn't dislike people who were respectful to him, so he immediately returned the greeting, appearing very polite.
After the welcoming ceremony, Shiyu gave Orochimaru some instructions.
"You can just stay in the village normally. If you need to leave the village, you need my permission in advance. Of course, the village will also cooperate with you if you want to do any research." Shiyu was quite easygoing about this.
With Orochimaru's addition, the Twilight Organization gained another powerful force. Shiyu knew that Orochimaru's allegiance might not be genuine, but time would tell.
Shiyu was initially quite happy, since Orochimaru had joined the Twilight Organization, which meant he had taken a kill from the Akatsuki Organization. However, shortly after returning to the Shinobi Village, Shiyu received a message from an underground gold exchange.
"What!?"
"Scorpion of the Red Sand has joined the Akatsuki Organization?!"
Shiyu was also taken aback. He had just defeated Orochimaru, and the Akatsuki Organization had immediately acquired the Sasori puppet genius? Was this a coincidence?!
"In that case, I can no longer rest in the Shinobi Village."
"I remember that around this time, there should already be unrest in Kirigakure, right? Those powerful Kekkei Genkai ninjas are either dead or have fled. If we help Kirigakure now, we might get unexpected benefits!"
"Furthermore, I promised the Third Mizukage that I would guide Kirigakure onto the right path. I wonder if Karatachi Yagura has succeeded as the Fourth Mizukage yet."
Shiyu finally decided to travel to the Kirigakure Ninja Village in the Land of Water.
This time, Shiyu brought Orochimaru with him. When Orochimaru heard that Shiyu was going to Kirigakure to recruit people with Kekkei Genkai, Orochimaru volunteered to go.
"Alright, Orochimaru, this mission will primarily be led by me. Unless it's for your own safety, don't use your abilities. When I'm fighting the enemy, you just need to watch from the sidelines," Shiyu said.
"Haha, if I can avoid fighting, I'll save myself the trouble of moving. The only reason I went there was because I was interested in the child with the Kekkei Genkai you mentioned."
"You'll definitely be interested." Shiyu guessed that Orochimaru would be interested, because besides searching for Yagura Shiyu, Shiyu also planned to recruit Kimimaro, Haku, and many other powerful ninjas into his own Shinobi Village.
Of course, since Kirigakure might be Obito's stronghold, Shiyu might also fight with Obito, and naturally, Shiyu wouldn't be afraid.
"This time, I won't let you get the upper hand, Obito."