The So-Called Ninja World

"Spalashi..."

Inside the Research Bureau, Orochimaru looked at the product before him, which contained the fruits of his labor, and his eyes shone with an unprecedented light.

Just as he had predicted, there was an unspeakable connection between the Uchiha and Hashirama Cells.

The violent life force contained within Hashirama Cells gradually stabilized after touching the Uchiha's bloodline.

"I really want a pair of Mangekyō Sharingan to complete my research."

Orochimaru, hissing like a venomous snake, reached into the petri dish and took out the test tube.

"Lord Orochimaru, I believe that not only the Uchiha, but also the Hyuga, Uzumaki, and other bloodlines have a subtle connection."

Hiruko to remind him from the side.

His research is progressing very smoothly, and through the existing research findings, Hiruko has also noticed some problems that no one has ever discovered before.

Regardless of bloodline, there seems to be some kind of relationship between Chakra.

However, he cannot make a final decision yet; he must conduct thorough research before drawing a conclusion.

"Chakra... It has existed in the world since the Sage of Six Paths founded Ninshu, but now it seems that this is not the case."

Orochimaru narrowed his eyes after hearing Hiruko's words.

As the greatest scientist in the Shinobi World, his perspective was naturally broader than that of Hiruko.

In order to figure out the connection, he even suspended his plans for a new body.

He delegated all the work on the scientific prosthetics to Anko, and the recent updates and iterations were all for Nagato and others who came to visit him from time to time.

Nagato seems to really like his current eyes; they are multifunctional and have many additional features.

The Akatsuki Organization is currently active on the borders of the Land of Fire, making a living by accepting jobs subcontracted to them by Konoha.

"Let Yamato experience the new Hashirama Cells first."

Orochimaru shook his head, deciding to put those thoughts aside for the time being.

To fully understand the mysteries of Chakra, he needs some supporting literature.

The news that Yamato was to undergo the experiment quickly reached Kazashiro's ears.

Kazashiro genuinely believed in the things Orochimaru, the greatest scientist in the Shinobi World, had concocted.

Although Hiruko was excellent, she was still somewhat inferior to Orochimaru, so Kazashiro was not too worried about Yamato's situation.

"In the entire Shinobi World, there is probably no one who can surpass Orochimaru in terms of scientific research."

Kazashiro muttered to himself, turning his head to look out the window towards Kage Rock.

His Kage Rock is almost finished, with only a few details remaining to be polished.

The slow progress was partly due to his diversion of manpower to carry out expansion work.

However, if Kazashiro were to send someone to the Land of Rain to gather intelligence, he would be surprised to find that in the area of technology, which he is so proud of, Amegakure is actually showing a trend of surpassing Konoha.

Sitting atop the tallest building in the Land of Rain, Yaowan discarded his mask, staring blankly into the distance, letting the rain stream down his face.

Fuyuan stood on the lower level of the building, looking at the other person with some worry and pity in her eyes.

He didn't know why the young man suddenly abandoned the task of collecting the Tailed Beast, nor did he understand why the other party had produced a series of scientific blueprints and instructed them to build it.

All he knew was that this ambitious young man had eyes that were lifeless.

"How pathetic, thinking he saw through everything, but he's just a short-sighted fool."

Amidst the sound of rain, Yaowan spoke softly.

You mean...?

Upon hearing the voice, he Fuyuan approached the other person and spoke.

"Me, and that young Hokage. Ah, I heard he's still continuing his so-called reforms. How laughable! Before that race, neither Madara Uchiha nor any of the previous Hokage are more like ants."

Yaowan stood up, and the rainwater that had accumulated on him cascaded down, splashing water all over the ground.

Even someone as powerful as Madara Uchiha was merely a plaything of that race.

Through Jigen's words, Yaowan learned everything.

Unexpectedly, he thought he had seen through Madara's scheme and wanted to lead the Uchiha Clan onto a new path, but it turned out that even Chakra, something essential for survival, was brought from outer space by outsiders.

Even Black Zetsu, which he himself found utterly ridiculous, was a creation of Kaguya Otsutsuki.

He believed that the Rinnegan, which he thought could sweep across the Shinobi World, was merely a part of the great power of the Ōtsutsuki Clan.

The Hyuga Clan once confidently claimed that the Sharingan was a branch of the Byakugan, only to be ridiculed by the Uchiha Clan. Now it seems that the Byakugan is the purest power of the Ōtsutsuki.

However, the Hyuga Clan failed to unleash the full power of their eyes.

You mean...?

Fuyuan I can't understand Yaowan's language.

"Once you become an Inner Circle member, someone will tell you. For now, you just need to follow my instructions and find suitable 'tools'."

Yaowan glanced at Fuyuan. He wanted to confide in this loyal subordinate, but he had to respect the rules established by Jigen.

Only those within the Inner Circle are qualified to enjoy the glory of the Ōtsutsuki.

"Heh heh, I wonder what kind of expression that Hokage will have after learning the truth about the world?"

Yaowan stopped looking at Fuyuan and turned back to a place where he could shelter from the wind and rain. Before leaving, he suddenly let out two sinister laughs, wondering if Kazashiro would continue his ridiculous reforms once he knew all this.

What is the Inner Circle?

What is a vessel?

Fuyuan couldn't understand what the other person meant.

All he knew was that Yaowan, who had been resentful about Black Zetsu's departure, made no mention of pursuing him.

In the Uchiha Clan Compound.

Fugaku walked with his hands behind his back through the clan's territory.

The eldest son serves as Hokage to the Hokage, while the second son studies at the Ninja Academy to learn how to become a servant in the future.

Since Mikoto doesn't have to take care of the children, she goes to Kushina's house Tenten to exchange parenting tips, which makes Fugaku the only lonely old man in the family.

"Well."

Fugaku couldn't help but sigh. He had wanted to spend more time with his wife while he was still young, but his wife seemed oblivious to his hints and kept going to Minato's house Tenten.

If Fugaku hadn't known that Minato was so busy he was practically lost, he would have really thought he was wearing a hat.

As he walked, Fugaku arrived at the Naka Shrine.

A dark shadow flashed past the doorway, which Fugaku observed.

Since the Uchiha Clan's situation improved significantly, they have rarely ventured into this area except for necessary sacrificial ceremonies.

Those entering the shrine at this time are very likely not members of their own family.

Who could it be? An enemy?

Fugaku's eyes widened, his fighting instincts driving him to focus and quickly approach the shrine.

Finally, the shadowy figure stopped in front of the stone tablet that was said to have been passed down from the time of the Sage of Six Paths. Just as Fugaku rushed out from the shadows, ready to deliver a fatal blow, the shadowy figure suddenly disappeared.