After Akaseki figured out why he had missed out on Wood Release, he was heartbroken-if his understanding of Wood Release had reached even greater heights beforehand, he might have succeeded.
But now...
He could only wait for another chance to randomly receive a crucial starting reward or item!
Orochimaru watched Akaseki, who had "awakened the wrong thing" because he lacked basic knowledge, with an expressionless face. Inwardly, he had already calmed down. He was so speechless he almost wanted to laugh.
Awakened the wrong thing...
Heh heh. Some people actually manage to awaken a kekkei genkai... only to awaken the wrong one... heh heh...
Why have I never awakened one?!
For a moment, Orochimaru even began to wonder... was his body really just not talented enough?
After all, judging by intelligence, even brainless members of the Uchiha Clan could awaken a kekkei genkai!
"Akaseki, since you already have the ability to awaken a kekkei genkai, your understanding of Water Style and Earth Style must have reached... complete mastery. Why not try external stimulation?" Orochimaru said through gritted teeth.
"Huh? I'd rather not... I still want to try it myself." Akaseki shook his head.
"Don't worry. I've already conducted plenty of experiments. There's no danger whatsoever," Orochimaru said calmly. If he had not yet been set to "marry into the clan" back then, his "friend" probably really would not have given him those "mysterious cells."
After a pause, Orochimaru added, "And I've developed nine all-natural supplements..."
"Then I definitely don't need it!" Akaseki interrupted-he was deeply skeptical of Orochimaru's safety testing.
"Hmm?" Orochimaru's expression suddenly shifted.
He glanced around the dense forest.
Akaseki had noticed nothing, but the sight of Orochimaru's slight frown immediately alerted him to something...
Sharingan, activate!
Akaseki activated his Sharingan and scanned their surroundings.
But...
"What's wrong?"