Uchiha Mai was also very curious about Orochimaru's research results.
Unfortunately, Orochimaru could not use a Den Den Mushi to transport items.
Otherwise, he would have been able to see Orochimaru's latest research results.
He really, really wanted to know what kind of synergy there would be between Paramecia and Logia Fruits.
More importantly, how they could be applied to weapons.
Growing impatient, Uchiha Mai directly activated his improved Demonic Illusion: Mirage and appeared behind Orochimaru.
Orochimaru's eyes narrowed.
Even he had not expected Uchiha Mai to use it like that.
Ninjutsu had become almost limitless in Uchiha Mai's hands.
"It's nothing special."
Uchiha Mai said with a smile, "If you want to learn it, I can teach you. It's just a small combination of Demonic Illusion: Mirage and the Substitution Technique, though it consumes a lot of chakra."
"Then I'll have to thank you."
Orochimaru said, his long tongue sliding over his lips.
He had never thought he knew too many ninjutsu.
Uchiha Mai casually tossed a scroll to Orochimaru, who caught it and put it away.
Turning around, Orochimaru smiled at Uchiha Mai. "I didn't expect you to be in such a hurry. Then take a look at my newest research result."
As he spoke, Orochimaru handed Uchiha Mai a weapon.
The blade looked quite unusual.
Yet Uchiha Mai could sense that it was no ordinary weapon.
Not merely because of its materials.
But because of something connected to the soul.
The soul within this weapon was exceedingly complex.
After sensing it for only a moment, Uchiha Mai felt endless darkness and violence.
"It seems you noticed as well."
Orochimaru smiled wickedly.
"After the Straw Hat crew defeated Crocodile, Daz Bones of Baroque Works—Mr. 1—was captured and sent to Impel Down. That man's Fruit ability was powerful, but