Back in Kirigakure, Orochimaru had been present and had witnessed the eerie power of that mysterious man's Mangekyō.
If Uchiha Genya's strength had not been so absurdly overwhelming, even Orochimaru himself probably would have had no way to deal with that intangibility ability that could nullify attacks.
He had been exceedingly envious of such a rare Mangekyō.
What Orochimaru had not expected was that Genya actually possessed one of that mysterious man's Mangekyō eyes.
Orochimaru did not care that Genya had tampered with the Mangekyō.
However, he caught the implication behind Genya's words.
"From what Lord Hokage says, it seems you know this mysterious man's true identity?"
Genya glanced at Orochimaru, and Orochimaru immediately understood that this was not something he was allowed to ask further about.
"It's enough that you understand. The Kamui Dimensions are connected. If you use Kamui, there's a good chance you'll draw that person's attention. If he comes after you, you may have some trouble."
"If anything happens to Hozuki Castle, which Konoha invested heavily in, I'll hold you accountable."
Before Orochimaru could even nod, Genya had already issued his order.
"Make... two hundred of these Cursed Seals first. Any more probably won't sell."
Orochimaru's expression immediately fell.
He had celebrated too soon. Uchiha Genya was still Uchiha Genya.
The moment he found someone useful, he worked them to the bone without the slightest bit of sympathy.
"Lord Hokage, the other materials are easy enough, but Manda's venom... that fellow isn't an easy snake to deal with. Every time I summon him, I have to offer him sacrifices."
Each Cursed Seal required no small amount of venom. With Manda's greed, he would probably demand half of Hozuki Castle's people as payment before agreeing to provide such a large quantity.
After hearing Orochimaru's explanation, Genya immediately