The moment Lihuo heard this, he immediately raised a hand to gently stop Orochimaru, who was about to step forward.
His expression instantly turned grave, as though he sensed that the secret about to be revealed was far from ordinary.
Seeing this, Orochimaru also noticed something unusual about his disciple.
His eyes flickered as he pondered inwardly. What secret could this drop of blood possibly hold to make the ever-calm Lihuo reveal such an expression?
Though Orochimaru had studied every kind of ninjutsu and secret art in the Shinobi World and possessed vast knowledge, he still felt somewhat confused and puzzled by the Jashin Cult's demand.
He frowned slightly, secretly speculating. What kind of technique were those Jashin Cult fanatics planning to use this drop of blood for?
Lihuo lowered his voice and slowly explained "Death Possession Blood" to Orochimaru in a whisper only he could hear.
"This technique is called 'Death Possession Blood.' The foremost requirement for casting it is obtaining a drop of the opponent's blood."
Lihuo's voice was low.
Afterward, the caster had to lick the drop of blood, establishing a peculiar connection with their opponent.
That way, when the opponent launched an attack, as long as the caster could swiftly enter a pre-drawn ritual circle, they could unleash the terrifying power of this 'Death Possession Blood.'
Any damage inflicted upon the caster, whether from ninjutsu or physical attacks, would be returned in full to the opponent.
At this point, Lihuo paused slightly before adding, "But one thing must be noted: the technique's effect only applies to damage the caster suffers after entering the ritual circle.
"If the body had already been injured before entering the ritual circle, then even if one stepped into it afterward, it would have no effect on the opponent."
Hearing this, Orochimaru