Orochimaru: I Really Want to Take Over Your Body!

"Interesting. So, you've mastered another special Ninjutsu?"

Orochimaru licked his lips with his tongue.

This is a manifestation of his extreme excitement.

After a moment, Orochimaru composed himself and said, "Would you mind letting me see it?"

"Sure, but..."

"Well, just in case—"

Orochimaru went outside and said, "I'll use Rashomon after all."

If it were the old Kyohiko, he might have dared to respond with "unkillable," but the current Kyohiko...

Both in terms of strength and life level, they seem to be undergoing an incredible leap.

He has not yet completed his research on immortality and eternal life. Even though he has mastered the Orochimaru-Style Substitution Technique, there are still limits to it.

What if it doesn't block it?

Therefore, Orochimaru dared not gamble.

The next second, he bit his lip until it bled.

Summoning Jutsu: Triple Rashomon!

"I've stacked three layers of doors. Although this weakens their effectiveness against Chakra impacts, it increases their ability to withstand pure force."

Orochimaru's lips curled into a slight smile. "Then..."

He hadn't finished speaking.

Kyohiko raised his hand and slammed it against the door.

An ordinary punch.

but.

As they approached the gate, a sudden surge of Chakra appeared, followed by—

Boom!

One punch, combining Strength of a Hundred with the Added-Weight Rock Technique.

The triple Rashomon shattered and collapsed in an instant, disappearing before Orochimaru's eyes at a speed he hadn't even anticipated.

He blinked, a look of astonishment on his face.

After a long while, Orochimaru finally took a deep breath.

"If Ōnoki saw this, he would be ashamed and would bombard you with Dust Release all over the world afterward."

Super-Weighted Rock Technique.

Kyohiko has thoroughly studied it; in fact, Orochimaru believes that Kyohiko's Added-Weight Rock Technique is now even more terrifying than Ōnoki's!

certainly.

It wasn't that Ōnoki lacked skill, but rather that Ōnoki physical condition limited his ability to perform at his best.

People are different.

At least, in Orochimaru's eyes, Kyohiko can no longer be described as a normal human being.

He couldn't help but laugh hoarsely, "Kyohiko, sometimes I really want to take over your body. Your power is truly mesmerizing!"

"Senior, if you really have such thoughts, I advise you to give them up as soon as possible, after all, you are no match for me."

Kyohiko chuckled softly.

Orochimaru nodded in deep agreement.

because--

At this moment, Kyohiko hadn't even activated Sage Mode yet.

As a researcher, Orochimaru never gave up his pursuit of Senjutsu. The more he studied it, the more he understood how powerful this force was.

Although they cannot live forever, they have transcended the realm of ordinary people.

If Kyohiko were to activate Sage Mode, even he would likely have a hard time surviving against Kyohiko.

What incredible talent!

Absolutely unreasonable!

Orochimaru was filled with mixed emotions. A few seconds later, his attention returned to what was in front of him, and his thoughts began to wander.

Kyohiko demonstrated this thing to him...

It certainly wasn't for showing off.

What are they trying to do?

He pondered for a moment, then frowned slightly. "Do you want to improve this technique? Or do you want to modify it for other functions?"

"I want to modify the gravity Barrier, but I don't have a clue where to start, so I'd like to ask for your advice."

Kyohiko expressed his intention.

Orochimaru paused for a few seconds, then fell into deep thought.

Gravity Barrier.

This idea...

After pondering for a long time, he said, "What's the use of this kind of Barrier Technique? If we turn this spell into Barrier, won't its effectiveness be reduced many times over?"

"Combat is definitely useless, but Taijutsu training might be."

Kyohiko answered.

He sighed and said, "If it could be made into Chakra Armor, that would be ideal, but achieving that is incredibly difficult..."

Barrier are merely a transitional measure.

The ultimate goal is Chakra Armor with added weight.

Orochimaru pondered for a moment.

Developing such Barrier Technique just to enhance the efficiency of the village ninja's Taijutsu training seems far too extravagant, doesn't it?

but.

Soon, he thought of --

For the average person, Taijutsu training can be done using ordinary methods, but there is a different group of people.

A practitioner of the Eight Inner Gates Formation!

Let alone Might Guy Might Duy, who can open the Seventh Gate, even ordinary training methods can hardly provide much help.

They carried heavy sandbags every day.

Even so, it can't provide better training. After all, sandbags can only increase the load on a part of the body, and cannot make the whole body evenly heavy.

If it really works...

He pondered for a long time before saying, "Improving the Super-Weighted Rock Technique Barrier is easy, but the learning difficulty won't decrease after the improvement. It's not as good as the Chakra Armor you mentioned."

but.

Even Chakra Armor couldn't create such a precise effect.

Currently, the Chakra Armor abilities they possess are mostly amplification and enhancement effects of simple, basic Ninjutsu.

Directly achieving the effect of a certain Ninjutsu is basically impossible.

"Perhaps, Chakra Armor could be used to achieve a delayed solidification of Ninjutsu."

Kyohiko tried to think about improvement plans using the concept of skills.

Since directly creating Chakra Armor is difficult, let's increase the duration of the Ninjutsu so that it can be effective for a longer time.

Orochimaru was slightly taken aback upon hearing this, and then pondered for a long time.

"Perhaps that's feasible!"

If it could be done...

It's possible that Konoha could produce many more Taijutsu masters, and their physical abilities would also influence the amount of Chakra to some extent.

Orochimaru.

"This technology shouldn't be difficult, but it requires Chakra to maintain. Wouldn't that make it somewhat impractical?"

"This isn't difficult; leave it to me."

Kyohiko smiled.

The current "Chakra Battery" is based on White Zetsu Cells and a modified Yin Seal effect.

So.

This effect can be achieved simply by reducing the size of the outlet.

This Ninjutsu must be performed once a day.

Both can be done together.

With that thought in mind, he immediately made a decision.

"Then let's get started!"

"That's easy. As long as you can handle it on your end, it can be done in half a day."

"Good."

Konoha Office.

Tsunade, the two advisors, and Yahiko Konan bargained, each fighting for the interests of their own village, with no one willing to back down.

but.

One point is agreed upon by both sides --

To the north of the Land of Rivers, we negotiated with the Land of Rivers to establish a peaceful three-way ninja zone, where everyone would jointly manage and trade.

Since it was a three-way discussion, Rasa was soon invited over and joined the discussion.

Each of the three parties has its own version of events.

A deal like this cannot be discussed and finalized in just a day or two.

Yahiko didn't intend to resolve it in a day.

He sent Konan back to Amegakure to ask for Hanzo's opinion, while he himself stayed in Konoha to continue negotiations.

A few days ago, in the Land of Snow of the north.

Minato Namikaze, along with Yaze and a group of researchers, was finally about to embark on their journey home by boat.

Meanwhile, in the Land of Snow...

On some snow-capped mountains in the vast snowfield, walls made of ice have appeared, blocking some of the cold north wind.

Behind the low hills, several large greenhouses spread out along the city's outskirts.

This area can benefit from the city's heating system, and part of it can be supplied by hot springs in the Yamanaka Clan, which can greatly reduce energy consumption.

"Shikaku, Minato, you two, like Kyohiko, will always be friends of our Land of Snow. Please come and visit often!"

The Kazahana Sōsetsu couldn't hide the reluctance in her voice.

Shikaku smiled and said, "Yes, after all, the greenhouses here in the Land of Snow are not completely finished yet, and they will need to be repaired and expanded later."

Currently, the greenhouses in Land of Snow are only open for pilot projects, with the main purpose not to make money or scale up cultivation, but to attract investment.

Although the Land of Snow is covered in snow all year round, it is rich in resources and has many wealthy people.

Once these wealthy individuals see the potential profits, expanding and scaling up the greenhouses will be a given, and all of this will generate revenue for Konoha.

"Haha, yes, yes!"

Kazahana Sōsetsu was naturally very pleased with what Shikaku said.

The Land of Snow is a small country.

Maintaining good relations with the Land of Fire and Konoha is definitely beneficial.

"Feudal Lord Excellency, we are boarding."

"Good."

The Kazahana Sōsetsu wave goodbye.

Only after the ship had left did he sigh, his feelings a mixture of emotions.

If it weren't for the arrival of the Konoha ninjas, he might have already been killed by his own brother, and his wife and daughters would all have been killed as well.

"I owe you a huge favor!"

"Minato, what kind of Ninjutsu is that?"

"Wind Style: Spiral Blade."

Minato Namikaze smiled and extended his hand.

The next moment, Chakra rapidly appeared, and wind Wind Blade spun like electric fans on his palm.

This is his special Wind Style Rasengan.

Even Earth Style Ninjutsu, known for its defensive capabilities, or the Third Raikage, would be unable to withstand such a sharp cut.

Minato Namikaze gazed into the distance, a hint of confidence flashing in his eyes.

"With this technique, even if we encounter the Third Raikage, I can fight him one-on-one."

The outcome is still uncertain, but Minato is confident he won't be at a disadvantage.

"This is the Rasengan? Judging from Kai's description, the one you used that day seemed to be the version with both wind and fire..."

Kurenai Yuhi asked curiously.

"Yes, the previous one was actually an immature version of the Wind Style Rasengan. Once fully mastered, it no longer needs the help of flames."

Minato dispersed his Chakra, and the Rasengan gradually spread and collapsed.

"Kai fainted again?"

"Yes!"

Kurenai Yuhi glanced back and sighed helplessly, "This girl, despite being so athletic, gets seasick whenever she's on a boat, and keeps insisting on running back to Konoha..."

"Hahaha."

Minato couldn't help but chuckle.

That's a surprisingly unexpected weakness.

"Minato, you should rest more. It will take some time to get back to Konoha from here; we'll have to pass through the seas of the Land of Earth, the Land of Lightning, and the Land of Water."

Shikaku was somewhat worried.

Previously at sea, they had a clash with A-B Combo from the Land of Lightning, and captured their Eight-Tails Jinchuriki alive.

In the Land of Snow, they encountered Ōnoki's Anbu Ninja.

Needless to say, the Land of Water is another story.

The conflict between the Land of Fire and the Land of Water has never been resolved since the beginning of their previous war.

Ultimately.

As long as Kirigakure remains under Madara Uchiha's control, the conflict between the Land of Fire and the Land of Water cannot be resolved.

The conflicts between the three kingdoms and them are escalating, and even those who pass through their waters must tremble with fear.

and.

That area happens to be the sea area where the Kumogakure and the Kirigakure are relatively active.

Minato turned to look at the cabin, pondered for a moment, and said, "We can land in the Land of Waterfalls or the Land of Fields."

"You mean, land in these two bays and send people directly to the border of the Land of Fire by land?"

Shikaku's eyes lit up.

That's a good idea!

He quickly considered the situations of the two countries in his mind, and then said, "Land of Fields is more suitable; it's closer to the northern border, and most importantly..."

"The Eight-Tails is over there!"

Minato responds.

Shikaku nodded and said, "Furthermore, Wind Release Ninjutsu can counter Lightning Style to some extent. All things considered, it would be more advantageous for us to clash with Kumogakure."

"It's settled then!"

Shikaku made the decision immediately.

Several days later, the ship followed its course and arrived at a bay outside Land of Fields.

We are entering the bay.

Suddenly.

A ship appears from the distant harbor.

The flag above is clearly --

Kumogakure!

"Minato!"

Shikaku let out a surprised shout.

Can.

Without his prompting, Minato Namikaze had already emerged from the cabin in an instant.

In the distance, the ship from Kumogakure drew ever closer.

He crouched down, his fingers probing the deck, and after a few seconds, Minato Namikaze frowned.

"A considerable number."

"First, notify the northern border; there are quite a few ninja squads stationed there, they can quickly come to provide support..."

Shikaku quickly made a suggestion.

Minato nodded, took out a scroll, and quickly began writing.

In the blink of an eye, information about this place appeared on the paper.

He had roughly pinpointed the spatial direction.

The next moment--

Flying Thunder God!

He sent the scroll away directly, and then stood up, his expression solemn.

"I sensed a powerful Chakra coming from that direction; it's very likely that even the Third Raikage has arrived."

"That..."

I'll go and meet him!

Minato Namikaze a Body Flicker Technique, the water beneath Minato Namikaze seemed to coalesce into a skateboard, swiftly carrying him toward a distant ship.

A moment later.

From that ship appeared the figure of the Third Raikage.

"Father, let me go!"

"Need not."

The Third Raikage raised his hand, then grinned, "Minato Namikaze is cautious by nature; he must have known I was here to come here on his own initiative."

"Was he trying to cover for the people behind him?"

"Um."

The Third Raikage nodded.

Then, he stretched his limbs and said, "Minato Namikaze's Ninjutsu is not as destructive as Kyohiko Yoshimine's, so although he is fast, he poses no threat to me."

"If we can defeat Minato Namikaze, we can capture an entire ship's crew and use that to trade for Killer B!"

The Third Raikage.

"Then, why don't I just go directly..."

Ai thought so too.

But.

Before he could finish speaking, the Third Raikage's gaze swept over him like a knife.

Ai immediately stopped speaking.

The Third Raikage scoffed, "Your impulsiveness has already harmed Bi, do you want to harm the entire Kumogakure as well?"

"Father..."

"Alright, I let you out here this time not to cause trouble. Stay put!"

After the Third Raikage finished speaking, he suddenly Body Flicker Technique.

In the air, his entire body burst forth with lightning.

Lightning Armor.

Boom!

It landed on the sea surface, and in an instant, a spray of water appeared everywhere.

Minato Namikaze came to a steady stop.

"Lord Raikage, you were indeed on this ship."

"Minato, we came to visit your village, but we never expected..."

The Third Raikage glanced at the ship in the distance.

Although the ship has changed, it still retains the style of the Land of Snow.

Minato Namikaze wasn't among those who went before!

What's Konoha up to?