"The secret technique of Takigakure, ' Earth Grudge Fear,' what is so wondrous about this technique that it has earned such praise from Hideaka- Hideaka? Could you please explain it to me in detail...? I'm sure it's not as simple as I imagine!"
After hearing about the four methods to achieve immortality, Orochimaru carefully considered their advantages and disadvantages. His narrow, serpentine eyes narrowed slightly, and he Sato Hideaka with a questioning tone.
Earth Grudge Fear, a secret technique of the immortal duo " Kakuzu ".
Extending one's lifespan through a heart transplant is known as "living as long as the earth."
In addition to its immortality, Earth Grudge Fear can also generate four hearts with different Chakra attributes. Each heart can transform into a black monster formed from Earth Grudge Fear. The Ninjutsu used by the black monster can complement and supplement its abilities, and can even greatly enhance its combat power.
Of these four methods to achieve immortality, this one is the most normal and has the most side effects!
After comparing the four methods, Sato Hideaka frowned and said, "The other three methods, including sacrifice, soul reincarnation, and descending into this world as a ghost, will more or less affect one's abilities or will, and the side effects are very obvious."
"However, the side effects of ' Earth Grudge Fear ' are quite severe. By storing more hearts in the body, in addition to gaining four extra lives, it also allows for the release of powerful combination Ninjutsu through the interplay of all elemental Ninjutsu, greatly enhancing combat power. Therefore, I am most optimistic about this method."
Hearing Sato Hideaka's explanation, Orochimaru nodded and said in a hoarse voice, "I see. At only eight years old, you already have such an extraordinary level of awareness. It seems that Hideaka- kun and I are kindred spirits, having investigated immortality so thoroughly."
"Everyone wants to live rather than die, and of course I also want to achieve immortality. If Orochimaru wants to know the whereabouts of ' Earth Grudge Fear,' he will have to rely on his own forces to help him gather information. It would be very difficult for him to succeed alone." Sato Hideaka shook his head and said with some regret.
Orochimaru smiled coldly and said, "Your own power? Apart from the Uchiha, every department in Konoha is subject to the Hokage. Of course, Danzo's 'Root' is independent of the Kage. Does Hideaka mean for me to take over 'Root'?"
"I didn't do anything... This is Lord Orochimaru's own property." Sato Hideaka shook his head and said calmly.
"This is truly interesting... I was almost swayed by Hideaka- kun's ideas, but Danzo won't be so easily ousted. Even if the evidence you possess is now revealed, it will only intensify the fighting between Sunagakure and Konoha, and won't cause any real harm to Danzo..."
Orochimaru narrowed his long, narrow eyes slightly, a glint of light flashing in his snake-like pupils. His tongue unconsciously darted out, and his magnetic voice trembled slightly.
Orochimaru's pursuit is not about power, but about achieving certain goals at certain stages.
Immortality, power, and the truth of the world!
Sato Hideaka's current manipulation is an open scheme. Orochimaru's obsession with immortality is extremely strong. However, "Root" can provide him with excellent conditions in some ways, such as a secret and safe place, an undisturbed secret room, and a constant stream of test subjects.
If Orochimaru becomes the leader of Root, he can accelerate the progress of his experiments and get closer to his dream.
However, the biggest obstacle now is Shimura Danzō...
Orochimaru lacked confidence in defeating Danzo.
Sato Hideaka smiled calmly and continued, "Yes, external factors will eventually be countered by internal ones. Even if everyone knows that the Third Kazekage was killed by Root, and this battle has already begun and will continue, Konoha will not compromise with Sunagakure so easily. But what if internal problems arise...?"
"There are internal problems... Although Danzo has done many shady things, they were all essentially for Konoha, and these have all been approved by Teacher Sarutobi and the advisory group... I can't think of anyone else who would target Danzo." Orochimaru shook his head, the glint in his eyes fading, and said with a hint of regret.
Anbu Sato Hideaka shook his head and said, " Lord Orochimaru, your statement is too one-sided. Apart from the actions of Konoha, Danzo also did things that were beneficial to himself but could not be done in the open... Given what he did to the Anbu, Anbu will definitely not let him off easily."
" Anbu...? Although the Anbu and Root have always been at odds because of overlapping missions, there shouldn't be any reason for them to target Root, which is also from Konoha. Could it be... Shishou's doing?"
A hint of confusion appeared in Orochimaru's eyes, and he moved his pupils slightly.
Sato Hideaka's blue eyes carefully observed Orochimaru's expression, but he didn't notice anything special... It seemed that Orochimaru was unaware of Hatake Sakumo's death, meaning he hadn't participated in Danzo and Sasori of the Red Sands's plan to Hatake Sakumo.
Back then, Mitarashi Shishio had asked Sato Hideaka if he was investigating the cause of Hatake Sakumo's death. Sato Hideaka completely denied it, but Mitarashi Shishio still entrusted him with the task of finding out who Hatake Sakumo.
At the time, the suspects included Zixiao, Orochimaru, Danzo, but now it seems that Danzo was truly the only one!
Seeing that Orochimaru was completely unaware of the matter, Sato Hideaka quickly changed the subject, saying, "Of course I have a way to handle this. I'll only need your slight assistance. Once the last piece of evidence is collected, along with the evidence you gave me, it will definitely play a huge role at a specific moment."
"Really? Hideaka- kun is getting more and more mysterious... There are so few people in this world who can truly communicate, and I think Hideaka- kun is one of them." Orochimaru sighed as he saw that Sato Hideaka was tight-lipped and unwilling to say more.
Konoha is actually composed of three main groups: Hokage, powerful families, and commoners. The commoner group has the most ninjas, but they belong to the lower and middle classes and have little say. As for the powerful families of Konoha, they only cultivate their own small plots of land and have little to no achievements.
At the center of power in Hokage, the clan lineages are the most complex and powerful, with the direct descendants of the Third Hokage being the strongest, followed by the middle clan lineages composed of the advisory group, and finally Danzo's independent Hokage, "Root".
Therefore, Root's rights are the most independent and powerful existence besides the Hokage.
Even the Third Hokage himself couldn't easily abolish "Root".
Now, a child who has only been in Konoha for about two years and is not even ten years old has dared to say that he wants to Danzo of Root, out of the center of power in Konoha. Orochimaru has to sigh at how astonishing this idea is after hearing the meaning behind Sato Hideaka's words.
After Sato Hideaka finished speaking, a new determination appeared in his blue eyes.
When Danzo of "Root" plotted against him time and time again, Sato Hideaka had the idea of killing Danzo. However, at that time, he was far inferior to Shimura Danzō in terms of both strength and power. For many years, he could only pretend that nothing had happened and endure it bitterly.
However, the situation has finally taken a turn. Evidence of Danzo's crimes is now in his hands, and a group of people Danzo against him are slowly gathering around him, waiting for that moment to arrive...
Sato Hideaka smiled slightly at Orochimaru and said, "Then, I hope we can cooperate happily in the future... Lord Orochimaru."
"If things can really proceed as Hideaka- kun has suggested, I think our cooperation will be very pleasant." Orochimaru nodded, a wicked smile appearing on his cold face.
The two looked at each other and smiled, each with their own thoughts.
Initial cooperation has been successfully established!
Slowly returning to the camp, Sato Hideaka maintained a safe distance from Orochimaru. Cooperation was based on the premise that the two sides were of equal strength. If their strengths were not equal, the cooperation could break down at any time due to conflicting interests.
Sato Hideaka understood this principle, and so did Orochimaru.
Ten minutes later, figures moved through the forest, and rustling sounds filled the air. Members of Team A, along with some remnants of Team B, arrived beside the two, just as Orochimaru had threatened Chiyo.
"Lord Qing, did you take off your mask? You're so young! It's unbelievable!"
"With his own strength, he held off thousands of Sunagakure pursuers from behind the army. As expected of Konoha's Blue Asura, the strongest of the new generation, Sato Hideaka, is unimaginably powerful."
"Yes, it's simply unbelievable... You have to understand that it wasn't just thousands of Sunagakure pursuers, but also the Fourth Kazekage and his wife, the Kage Level Karura. Even with their combined strength, they still managed to get Lord Ao away."
The members of Team A learned everything from the scattered members of Team B. Now, seeing that Sato Hideaka, who was supposed to provide support, had calmly returned with Orochimaru, they were all extremely shocked and could hardly believe it.
Orochimaru smiled faintly, his magnetic voice saying, "Alright, Shinichi's team suffered heavy losses, but fortunately, Ao of the Anbu was able to organize the retreat in time. This deserves a great reward, and the rewards and punishments must be clearly defined..."
Seeing the burning gazes of these elite ninjas, the backbone of Konoha, Sato Hideaka secretly admired Orochimaru. Orochimaru's actions, having already decided to cooperate, were clearly aimed at building momentum for him... In this battle, he would gradually gain leverage in the higher echelons of the organization.
Only when one's reputation reaches a certain level can one possess true power; otherwise, no matter how strong one is, one is merely a lonely and reckless brute...
Just like Madara Uchiha, who was abandoned by everyone back then, in a sense... he was just a loser, a loser who lost to the Senju brothers and was kicked out of the core of Konoha's power. Even if he could bring waves to the world again in the end... he would only be a lonely avenger! (To be continued.)