Orochimaru: So This Is What It Means to Be Rich? Root? Sorry, Never Heard of It!

"A monster like that is sealed inside Lin's body?! Will that have any effect on Lin?!"

"Uchiha Obito exclaimed anxiously."

Whether it has an impact or not depends on you.

Meikyō opened his Mangekyō Sharingan and spoke to Uchiha Obito.

"I?"

Uchiha Obito pointed to himself.

"Yes, you, and your eyes."

Hearing Meikyō's words, Uchiha Obito couldn't help but open his Three Tomoe Sharingan. He then slowly rotated the Tomoe, and the three Tomoe eventually turned into three scythes.

"Your fiancée, Minato-sensei, is also a Jinchuriki, and the most powerful of the tailed Tailed Beast, the Nine-Tails- Jinchuriki. The Three-Tails is sealed inside Rin."

"Back then, the First Hokage and our Uchiha Clan's Uchiha Madara, quelled the chaos and ushered in the Sengoku Period. Later, Uchiha Madara left the village for some reason, and a few years later, he returned with the Nine-Tails and engaged in an epic battle with the First Hokage at the Valley of the End."

"Back then, that place wasn't called the Valley of the End. It was because two mythical-level powerhouses fought a great battle that changed the terrain and bombed the area into a valley, hence the name."

"In that battle, Uchiha Madara was defeated. The First Hokage sensed the power of the Tailed Beast, so he captured the remaining Tailed Beast and distributed them to the various ninja villages."

"As for the Nine-Tails, it was sealed inside her body by Mito Uzumaki, the wife of the First Hokage, using a powerful Sealing Technique."

"Therefore, the only three methods people know of that can suppress Tailed Beast Sealing Technique, the First Hokage's Wood Release, and our Uchiha Sharingan. To be precise, only the Mangekyo Sharingan has the power to suppress Tailed Beast."

Uchiha Obito closed one eye and placed his hand on his upper body, touching it.

"The Mangekyō Sharingan? Is that the Teacher Meikyō that you and Chief Fugaku awakened, which is above the Three-Tomoe Sharingan, as the Sharingan say? Now I have also awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, and the information inside tells me that my Dojutsu is a Space-Time Ninjutsu called Kamui."

"Um."

Meikyō nodded gently.

Even though Uchiha Madara's design deviated slightly from the original timeline, it was still largely the same, allowing Uchiha Obito the Kamui Space, which was meant to Awakening him escape the real world.

"From this time onwards, you must learn from me as soon as possible how to use the Mangekyō Sharingan to suppress the rampage of the Tailed Beast Chakra, so as to prevent Nohara Rin's mind and body from being too affected by the Tailed Beast."

"I will, Teacher Meikyō!"

Upon hearing that it was related to Nohara Rin, Uchiha Obito's tone became resolute.

"Also, there's something that would have been more appropriate for Kushina Nine-Tails Jinchuriki Kushina, to tell you, but I'll tell you it now as well."

Uchiha Obito pricked up his ears.

Because Nohara Rin became the Jinchuriki of the Three-Tails, Uchiha Obito paid great attention to this information.

"After becoming Jinchuriki, the Jinchuriki will form a symbiotic relationship with the Tailed Beast, and they will influence each other. For the Tailed Beast that has experienced countless years, the influence of the Jinchuriki is negligible."

"But for the Jinchuriki themselves, the Tailed Beast's rampant Chakra could affect Jinchuriki spirit and mind. And if they are assimilated by the Tailed Beast, it means that the Tailed Beast could go berserk inside them at any time."

"Therefore, in order to limit this, the First Hokage Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, Lady Mito Uzumaki Mito, proposed a solution."

"What method?" Uchiha Obito asked anxiously.

"Use extremely strong emotions, so strong that they cannot be erased by time or anything else, as anchor points to stabilize your true self."

"Strong emotions?" Uchiha Obito. His intelligence was not very high to begin with, and even though he had grown after experiencing a series of events, he was still not considered a smart person.

"Love and hate are the easiest emotions to leave a deep impression on people. They are much stronger and easier to cultivate than everyday hobbies."

"When hatred reaches a certain level, a person can change. At that time, your Rin might not be the Rin you know, Obito. So only love is the most suitable. Just like the love that the former Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, Uzumaki Lady Mito, had for the First Hokage, and the current Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, Kushina Uzumaki, also used her love for Minato Namikaze as an anchor point."

"As for the anchor point of Nohara Rin, the Three-Tails Jinchuriki."

Meikyō gave a meaningful look to Uchiha Obito, whose face was flushed and who was nervously clasping his hands.

Uchiha Obito was Nohara Rin's anchor point, but wasn't the latter also Uchiha Obito point?

After the war ends, he will remind Tsunade to assign such an excellent Medical Ninja to work in the Medical Department.

"Alright, we'll talk about other things later."

Meikyō turned around and looked towards the camp gate.

It's become quite lively there now.

Orochimaru and Jiraiya had already severely damaged the Kirigakure army and returned victorious.

With the Fourth Mizukage severely injured and the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist of the Mist wiped out, Kirigakure is now utterly powerless to fight again.

Now, it's time to savor the joy of victory.

This also signifies that the Third Shinobi World War has essentially come to an end here.

This protracted war has finally come to an end. Some perished in foreign lands, while others returned to Konoha with victory and glory.

One week later.

The negotiations between Konoha and Iwagakure had already ended, while the negotiations with Kirigakure were left to be handled by the leaders from both sides Mitokado Homura and Elder Genshi.

The Fourth Mizukage was severely injured by Minato Namikaze and slunk away inside the Mizukage Building, reportedly becoming increasingly irritable and unpredictable.

Konoha.

To welcome the victorious heroes of Konoha, Hiruzen Sarutobi first held a grand celebration banquet, and then the next day, he personally presided over the funeral in front of the Memorial Stone, leading everyone in the process.

After the funeral.

Orochimaru couldn't wait to pull Meikyō away.

"As expected of the Uchiha Clan with its rich heritage, the value of every single instrument here is equivalent to the reward for an S-rank mission."

Orochimaru was almost mesmerized by the sight of the Konoha Military Police Force's underground laboratory.

The reward for an S-rank mission is over a million taels, but that amount is completely insignificant compared to the research Orochimaru is conducting.

In the past, Orochimaru spent a considerable amount of time being a model worker in Konoha, frantically completing high-level missions to save money for his research.

To date, Orochimaru has carried out nearly 500 A-rank missions and completed over 100 S-rank missions.

This situation only improved after he was appointed as the Second-in-command of Root by Hiruzen Sarutobi and formed an alliance with Danzo, receiving substantial financial support from Root.

But now...

The Root, ah.

Orochimaru said he wasn't familiar with it.

"These items were prepared based on the list you provided, Senior Orochimaru. However, due to the previous Shinobi World War, transportation was difficult, and we haven't collected some of the equipment yet. But now that the war is over, the Uchiha Clan is capable of gathering them within three months."

Orochimaru's eyes shone even brighter.

He wrote that list just to see how many there were, and never thought he could actually collect them all from the Uchiha Clan.

Orochimaru would be more than satisfied if he could collect half of it.

"The reason why it will take another three months is mainly because some things cannot be bought at all and need to be customized. The family has already used its connections in other countries, which may shorten the time."

Orochimaru:...

"Of course, there will be equipment and other experimental funding, but for the same reason as before, due to the Shinobi World War, the Ninja World's economy has been declining in recent years, and the Uchiha Clan's industries have also been greatly affected. The first phase of experimental funding is only about 60 million taels."

Orochimaru remained silent.

Is this the rich guy?

"But Senior Orochimaru, you don't need to think it's too little. Sixty million taels is a bit low, but it can still last for a while. By the second half of next year, the funding for the second phase of experiments will be at least one hundred million taels. If we can produce results, I believe Chief Fugaku will invest further in the laboratory."

"Mr. Meikyō, I am very satisfied with the conditions here. If there is any shortcoming, it may be that we lack one or two assistants with sufficient skills."

Orochimaru licked his lips and looked at Meikyō with excited eyes.

"That depends on how high a level of skill you're referring to, Senior Orochimaru."

Meikyō clapped his hands, and five young Uchiha boys and girls walked in and bowed to Meikyō and Orochimaru in unison.

Their ninja talent in Sharingan, combat, and other areas is not high. At fifteen or sixteen years old, they are still only Genin, and their potential for future development is not very high.

So a few years ago, he changed course and entered the Medical Department as an intern. Under the guidance of Meikyō, he has made some achievements in Medical Ninjutsu and scientific research.

"They have all studied Medical Ninjutsu with me for more than two years and have a certain level of scientific literacy, so they can definitely help Senior Orochimaru with some work."

A hint of regret flashed in Orochimaru's eyes, but he still nodded in agreement with a smile.

The assistant he wanted was someone with advanced Medical Ninjutsu who could help him complete many difficult tasks.

However, within Konoha, apart from Tsunade and Uchiha Meikyō, only a few elite Medical Ninja such as Aburame Nami Yakushi Nonō can do this.

With that level of medical expertise, one could easily become a high-ranking member of the Medical Department. To have such a talent as one's deputy is highly unlikely unless one has the support of someone with the power of Hokage.

However, with five people helping out, they were able to barely keep Orochimaru running the laboratory.

With the war over, everyone was immersed in joy, waiting for the New Year amidst the winter snow.

"Huh? Me? On a blind date?"

Uchiha Meikyō stared blankly at himself, looking at Uchiha Yu in surprise.

"But I'm only a 21-year-old young ninja! How can I get married at this age?"

"Otherwise what?"

Uchiha Yu, leaning on his cane, slammed it hard against the floor.

"Twenty-two years old, is that still young? Look at Mikoto, she's only a few years older than you. Itachi is already on the battlefield, and he'll be going to the Ninja Academy next year!"

"As the possessor of the Mangekyō Sharingan, your ancestral bloodline must be extremely pure. If you can give birth to offspring, the chances of those offspring awakening the Sharingan will be greatly increased!"

"Among Uchiha Tajima's sons from back then, Uchiha Madara and Uchiha Izuna, who survived, both awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan!"

"Itachi has already awakened his Sharingan at the age of five and possesses extraordinary potential as a ninja. His future achievements are definitely not low! The clan is already urging them to have a second child!"

"Now, it's your turn!"

Uchiha Meikyō's eyes instantly turned into mosquito coil eyes, completely bewildered by Uchiha Yu's words.

"Well... Grandpa Yu, the problem is... I really have no intention of finding a woman right now! I'm already very happy on my own. The future of the family can be left to Fugaku's two children. There are also talented people like Obito and Shisui among the new generation. One more or one less won't make a difference!"

Meikyō pleaded earnestly.

"How dare you say such nonsense!"

Uchiha Yu glared and puffed out his beard, so angry that he activated his Three Tomoe Sharingan.

"Well... Grandpa Yu, you see, with such excellent bloodline in me, I also need an excellent woman as the mother to cultivate even more excellent offspring, right?"

In a moment of quick thinking, Meikyō decided to use delaying tactics.

"You don't need to worry about that. All the eligible unmarried women in the family are available for you to choose from! They will definitely be happy to accept! If one doesn't work out, then we can restore the system from the Sengoku Period. You can have three wives and four concubines like Uchiha Tajima. With more offspring, there will always be enough outstanding individuals."

Uchiha Yu tapped his cane and pulled it aside.

Meikyō silently twitched the corners of his mouth, then crossed his arms, puffed out his chest, raised his head, and adopted the arrogant expression often seen on the faces of people from the Uchiha Clan.

"Hmph, those women? They are not qualified to be my spouse Uchiha Meikyō."

Uchiha Yu stroked his long beard and nodded involuntarily.

This line Uchiha Madara then!

In Uchiha Madara's eyes, apart from his younger brother Uchiha Izuna, only Hashirama Senju was worthy of being his opponent, and he showed no interest in women.

He felt that no woman was qualified to be his spouse.

Even when Hashirama Senju and Mito Uzumaki got married, Uchiha Madara said sadly that Hashirama had fallen and become like those ordinary people in the world.

Although history has since been positive, Mito Uzumaki was indeed the only woman in history at that time who was worthy of Hashirama Senju.