Orochimaru had snake genes in his body, and even his soul carried something serpentine. This method suited him perfectly.
Of course, compared with the Spirit Refining Method, its effects fell far short, let alone the Purple Mansion Spirit Refining Method.
It could not even match the Meditation Method Uchiha Yan had worked out from Gardevoir.
But to Orochimaru, it was an extraordinary treasure.
It was the first secret art he had ever seen that could be used to cultivate and strengthen spiritual power directly.
Its research value went without saying. It far surpassed ordinary techniques.
And he could tell Uchiha Yan had tailored it specifically for him.
"As long as you're satisfied. So, what's your answer?"
Uchiha Yan nodded, then pressed him for a reply.
"Heh."
Orochimaru put away the Meditation Method and replied with a smile, "No problem. I was never interested in becoming Hokage."
"You've given me such a generous gift, too. I'll have everyone on my side support Tsunade."
"If she becomes Hokage, perhaps Konoha will get the fresh blood it needs and become a better place."
He knew perfectly well that the old man had long since let power cloud his judgment. His ability and strength could no longer keep up, either.
He had long since ceased to deserve the position of Hokage.
Uchiha Yan nodded in satisfaction, then smiled. "Getting your supporters to back Tsunade is also a way to place a bet on her early, isn't it?"
It was a good move for Orochimaru's supporters, too.
"Heh."
Orochimaru smiled. "They support me, so I ought to do something for them, don't you think?"
"They've helped me plenty over the years."
Their help with money and supplies had been especially important.
How could he have sustained so much research on his own?
He could hardly