Communicating with Orochimaru
Feng noticed Orochimaru's provocation but didn't pay any attention to it.
Given his current prestige within the Uchiha Clan and the benefits he has brought to all Uchiha clan members, if anyone dares to bare their teeth at him for the slightest provocation, he wouldn't hesitate to drag them out and execute them severely as a warning to others.
What surprised Feng even more was how Orochimaru dared to stand in front of him.
Isn't the opponent afraid that, like Itachi, they could instantly kill him with a single Sharingan Genjutsu?!
Feng, puzzled, frowned but remained silent. Suddenly, his eyes turned into Mitsudomoe as he looked at Orochimaru.
"Magic - Shackling Stakes Technique"
A powerful Genjutsu that can be activated instantly without hand Hand Seals using the Sharingan.
This is also the Genjutsu that Itachi used to instantly defeat Orochimaru in the original anime. Feng, who was puzzled, wanted to use this technique to confirm something.
Orochimaru, unexpectedly caught off guard, was instantly controlled by the Genjutsu and unable to move.
This made Feng frown even more.
Yes! During this period, Orochimaru's resistance to Genjutsu was indeed extremely low due to the repeated use of the Living Corpse Reincarnation Jutsu.
But that was only when the opponent was careless or unprepared. If they were prepared, Orochimaru would never have fallen for it so easily. After all, he wasn't called the "cheap snake" for nothing.
But now? Just like that?! Clearly and instantly killed, especially by the Shackling Stakes Technique.
Then there's only one reason: Orochimaru and Itachi, both members of the Akatsuki organization, haven't fallen out yet.
Only in this way can we explain why the other party is still wearing the Akatsuki organization's red cloud robes and why they are completely unprepared for the Sharingan.
As for why this happened, Feng speculated that it was probably due to the chain reaction caused by him saving so many Uchiha from Konoha.
After all, Sasuke Uchiha, who was originally supposed to stay in Konoha, is now being taken by Itachi's side.
Although Feng hadn't expected this situation, he quickly came up with a new idea.
The Mitsudomoe rotated again, instantly switching to the Mangekyō.
"Dōjutsu: Weakened Version of Kotoamatsukami"
He fired a spell at Orochimaru, who was already trapped in the Genjutsu and unable to move. Then, to protect his eyes, he instantly activated, used, and deactivated the Mangekyō, not wasting a single second.
"Lord Feng, your subordinate Orochimaru has come to report for duty."
Orochimaru, who had been struck by Kotoamatsukami, immediately knelt before Feng.
This caused the Uchiha behind him to widen their eyes in astonishment at how awesome their clan leader was.
'We were only thinking about killing Orochimaru to avenge our clan, but the clan head directly controls Orochimaru to be his dog. This is even more cruel than killing him.'
If controlling Orochimaru shocked the clansmen, then Feng's next move left them utterly bewildered and exclaiming, "Holy crap! We don't understand!"
Because when Orochimaru knelt down in front of Feng, Feng immediately released Orochimaru from his control.
"Uchiha... Feng!!, what... what do you mean by this?"
Orochimaru, whose Genjutsu had been broken, looked at Feng with a gloomy face, gritting his teeth in frustration.
I can't understand it, I just can't understand it. I clearly had control over myself, yet I deliberately let myself go.
Why? Just to show off his skills? But judging from all the signs in the past, Uchiha Feng doesn't seem to be the kind of person who likes to show off or do unnecessary things.
Feng smiled and explained:
"I originally intended to control you and use you to help me research some things."
In order to achieve success in your research, there must be no obstacles that hinder you.
In this way, with your abilities, you will eventually find yourself being controlled and break free of the Genjutsu yourself.
Then I think there might be a problem with what you're researching.
Therefore, in order to avoid any problems, after careful consideration, I have decided not to control you, but to cooperate with you instead.
Would Orochimaru be willing to accept this cooperation?
Feng seemed to be speaking frankly, but it was all because his Kotoamatsukami was a weakened version, with too weak a control effect. After all, in the original manga and anime, Danzo used it to control Mifune, the leader of the Iron Country, but Ao, the "Byakugan Killer," easily discovered and dispelled it.
Hoping to completely and permanently control Orochimaru is wishful thinking, so Feng can only use the current methods to gain the other party's favor.
Of course, if the Kotoamatsukami in his hand were the Mangekyou Mangekyō that Itachi possessed, Orochimaru certainly wouldn't have had a chance to stand up right now.
"Cooperation? Hahaha, Feng Jun, what will you do if I'm unwilling?"
No! You will definitely be willing to cooperate.
Because I have some bargaining chips that you can't refuse.
"Can't refuse? Hah, life is short and fleeting, I don't believe there's anything that's impossible to refuse."
"Eternal life!"
"!!" Orochimaru stared intently at Feng with his vertical pupils, as if afraid he had misheard.
Not one, not two, not three, not four, not five...
Oops... sorry, I misspoke.
I have seven ways to achieve immortality.
I can tell you about four of them first, to prove that what I said is true.
Although these four methods have certain side effects and are difficult to implement, they are not difficult for you to solve and are suitable for your current situation.
As for the remaining three, I'll tell you about one once you've finished researching what I need.
If you can perfectly solve the problems that require your research, then I will tell you about the remaining two.
"Heh, Orochimaru, are you going to refuse this collaboration too?"
Feng looked at Orochimaru with a 'smile,' anticipating Orochimaru's answer.
That smile conveyed a sense of composure and confidence, as if everything was under control.
"Hehe, it's certainly a bargaining chip that's hard to refuse!"
It seems you know quite well what I want.
"Predicting the future is indeed an amazing ability."
Orochimaru's snake-like eyes gleamed, showing great admiration for the conditions offered by Feng.
This was truly striking at the heart of the matter, hitting his weak spot.
"So, what's your answer?" Feng didn't need this vague answer.
"Of course I agree, Feng Jun. I can't refuse this kind of cooperation."
However, I need to confirm one more thing.
"Tell me about it?"
"What kind of Genjutsu was it that allowed you to control me so easily just now?"
"Hehe, as a partner, I think it's not unreasonable to want peace of mind."
Orochimaru was still resentful about being instantly defeated and desperately needed an answer.
Feng did not answer immediately upon hearing this, but instead pondered whether or not to reveal the existence of the Kotoamatsukami.
However, after only a few seconds of thought, he ruled out this option.
It's best if as few people as possible know about such a unique Genjutsu as Kotoamatsukami.
In any case, given Orochimaru's current state, he can't even withstand the Demonic Illusion: Shackling Stakes Technique, which can be activated with just Three-Tomoe Sharingan. So, whether or not he uses Kotoamatsukami doesn't make much difference.
While Kotoamatsukami cannot be told to Orochimaru, other things are less important; he can say more to gain Orochimaru's favor and extract more benefits from him.
After all, Orochimaru possessed far more than just what he needed the other party to study; in other areas of research, Orochimaru was also one of the top figures in the Ninja World.
Furthermore, one of the most important abilities in the Ninja World: Senjutsu!
The only thing Feng could think of right now was to find a solution through Orochimaru.
After all, there are only three places of inheritance for immortal Senjutsu; the method and effects of the Shikkotsu Forest are unknown.
Mount Myōboku and Jiraiya were closely bound together, and given the relationship between the Uchiha and Konoha, Jiraiya would absolutely not give Feng the opportunity to learn Senjutsu from Mount Myōboku;
As for Ryūchi Cave, the Senjutsu there is so dangerous it's like gambling with your life, and Feng doesn't want to take that risk.
In the future, Orochimaru will develop his own Senjutsu Mode, which can be used without relying on the Three Great Sage Lands, and allow his son Mitsuki to use it at will.
Knowing that conventional Ninjutsu would be ineffective against the Otsutsuki, who were destined to invade the Ninja World, Feng was naturally determined to seek Senjutsu Mode, which was effective against the Otsutsuki and could also enhance their Chakra abilities.