Hiruzen Sarutobi's self-blame didn't do much good, even if he didn't conduct the Wood Release experiment.
As a transmigrator, Ren has no destined rivals with whom he shares a love-hate relationship.
Orochimaru had been listening to their conversation with great interest, but when Tobirama Senju brought up topics about systems that Orochimaru stopped listening.
If Orochimaru had used his brain more, it wouldn't have been too difficult for him to understand the content. Unfortunately, Orochimaru wasn't willing to put in too much effort for things he wasn't interested in.
We've chatted long enough; it's time to get down to business.
"Although I really didn't want to spoil your fun, I summoned you all here to serve me, so I apologize, our pleasant chat is over!"
Upon hearing Orochimaru's arrogant claim that he wanted to command them, the three of them reacted in their own ways.
"This is my technique! You think you can control me with my technique, kid? You're too naive!"
Tobirama Senju, the Shinobi World's champion who protects copyright, immediately expressed his stance and then began to unleash Chakra in an attempt to remove the physical limitations by using the release technique hand seals.
"Tobirama, I told you long ago, don't develop such dangerous techniques!"
Having finally found Hashirama weakness in his younger brother, Hashirama immediately uttered a classic argumentative line that would infuriate anyone.
However, Hashirama was quick to act, also attempting to mobilize his Chakra to remove the restriction.
"Orochimaru, do you think you can command me?"
Having been used to being the boss, Ai was also extremely resistant to being bossed around. After a long silence, he spoke again.
The three men's attempts and resistance were futile.
Orochimaru, who could improve the Impure World Reincarnation, would never leave himself with obvious future problems. The bodies of the three were all carefully prepared and specially made by Orochimaru.
Unlike Kabuto in the later part of the original work, who was eager to become famous and wanted to make a big splash.
And after spending time with Uchiha Sasuke, he picked up a bad habit of thinking he was capable again as soon as the weather cleared up.
Orochimaru's specially crafted Impure World Reincarnation Orochimaru wasn't about pursuing ultimate power; his goal was to perfectly control it.
Orochimaru also strictly limited the number of troops, which facilitated control while also allowing for micro-management.
Not to mention that Tobirama Senju was completely unable to break free of the restrictions, even without the restrictions, he would still be controlled by Orochimaru after forming the Impure World Reincarnation Tensei Hand Seals.
Because of their different starting points and purposes, Orochimaru and Kabuto improved the same technique in different directions and with different focuses.
Orochimaru, renowned for his abilities and believing he can live forever, prioritizes stability above all else.
Especially after being reprimanded by Ren and experiencing the feeling of having one's life in someone else's hands, Orochimaru became even more composed.
Orochimaru moved swiftly, first appearing behind Hashirama Senju and inserting a talisman into his body.
Brain.
Trunk.
Limbs.
Unlike the original story where a single talisman suffices for the Konoha Crush Plan.
Because Ren understands some of the Chakra, and Orochimaru was thoroughly reprimanded by Ren, he became exceptionally steady.
They thoughtfully prepared six talismans for each person.
That's not all!
After the six talismans were inserted into Hashirama Senju's body, Orochimaru activated the summoning incantation inscribed on his back.
This was clearly a contingency plan left behind after the Reanimated Body was damaged during the battle and the talismans were destroyed.
As long as it doesn't completely vanish into thin air, causing all six talismans to be damaged, after the Reanimated Body recovers...
Orochimaru can directly replenish the Reanimated Body with new talismans through summoning incantations.
The movements were swift and incredibly fluid, leaving Tobirama Senju, who had witnessed Orochimaru's actions, somewhat desperate.
Even the best swimmers can drown!
The forbidden technique master Tobirama Senju was completely controlled by the forbidden technique he himself developed.
At this moment, Hashirama Senju's expression became wooden, and his eyes, which were already dull and lifeless due to the Impure World Reincarnation, became even more empty.
They remained Fudō, like humanoid puppets.
"Orochimaru, how about we make a deal? I'll go all out to help you fight your enemy, in exchange for you not controlling me!"
Seeing the changes in Hashirama Senju, Ai wondered who would be next. He hurriedly took advantage of his ability to speak to make the most of his time. A true man knows when to yield and when to stand firm; when faced with two evils, he chooses the lesser.
Whether it's Orochimaru, Hiruzen Sarutobi, or even the relatively unknown Itachi Uchiha, or that guy with the slicked-back hair whose head is barely visible.
Dealing with any one of them is irrelevant to Ai; what matters most is not being completely controlled and becoming a puppet.
A would be particularly happy to deal with Hiruzen Sarutobi or that brat from the Uchiha Clan.
Orochimaru pondered for a moment after hearing this, and then spoke.
"Lord Raikage, having you fight, the one who knows your own strength best, will allow you to unleash even greater power. However, I still refuse!"
Allowing Ai to act independently would enhance our own strength and reduce Orochimaru's operational burden, which is indeed quite beneficial.
However, given that Orochimaru and A have absolutely no basis for trust, Orochimaru would never agree.
However, Ai's actions, whether you call it a compromise or a benevolent release, are not wrong. Even after Orochimaru refused, he still said...
"However, I can leave Raikage's senses of the outside world intact. As for autonomous combat, let's talk about that later when we have a foundation of trust!"