Dragons are creatures that exist in myths and legends. Their horns resemble those of a deer, their head a camel, their eyes a rabbit, their neck a snake, their belly a clam, their scales a fish, their claws an eagle, their paws a tiger, and their ears a cow—a testament to their magnificent appearance. However, most of the stories about dragons are legends... because in most people's understanding, this creature does not exist. But what if dragons are simply creatures of a higher dimension, unobservable to us today?
But what if dragons existed in another world? Would they truly exist in our world?
At this moment, after Naruto successfully activated Sage Mode, the White Snake Sage couldn't sit still any longer. It was staring at Naruto, who had already entered Sage Mode, with a look of shock on its face.
Those two horns that had grown out were extraordinary at first glance. It could tell that Naruto's Sage Mode was gradually moving towards the direction of a dragon. Thinking of the White Snake Sage here, its heart pounded like a drum, and it was somewhat excited. You must know that among the Three Great Sage Lands, the place where it was located was called Ryūchi Cave. If its ancestors had not produced a real dragon, how could it dare to call itself such a name?
"Good, good, good. You have good talent and are already showing signs of transforming into a dragon. I believe you will definitely succeed in transforming into a dragon in the future."
After hearing what the White Snake Sage said, Naruto was also a little confused. What? He had transformed into a dragon?
However, Naruto could also feel the surging power within him. If he could kill two Uchiha Sasuke with one punch before, he could now kill at least five with one punch.
Sasuke:... Are you being polite?
The White Snake Sage forcibly suppressed the greed in its heart. It really wanted to be swallowed by the little devil in front of it. That way, it might really be able to ascend to immortality, and even reach a height that it could never reach before.
Indeed, after seeing Naruto's Sage Mode, the White Snake Sage really wanted to swallow Naruto whole. That way, maybe it could transform into a dragon like Naruto, or even ascend to immortality. After all, it only has a long lifespan and lives a long time, which doesn't mean it won't die of old age.
But it quickly came to its senses, because it saw Naruto's cold gaze, staring at it without any emotion. Being stared at like that, the White Snake Sage couldn't help but feel a little uneasy. It even felt a slight threat from Naruto. As soon as it had this thought, it was completely stunned.
Despite being a mere brat who had just learned Sage Mode, Naruto was able to exert such pressure on it. The White Snake Sage was instantly alarmed. Having lived for so long, its eyesight was incredibly sharp. Just from Naruto's gaze, it could tell that this was someone it could not afford to offend.
"Ahem, not bad, not bad. Your Sage Mode has already begun to evolve into a dragon, and it will gradually evolve as you use Sage Mode more often."
Naruto was a little excited when he heard this. He didn't expect that the Sage Mode in Ryūchi Cave could keep evolving. He would definitely have to practice his proficiency more in the future.
Seeing Naruto's excited expression, the White Snake Sage really wanted to get rid of Naruto. He could only casually stuff a few scrolls into Naruto and send him away. Otherwise, he would feel uneasy if the kid stayed with him.
Having gotten what he wanted, Naruto didn't waste any more words and left with Orochimaru.
After confirming that the two had really left, Tagorihime asked the White Snake Sage with some doubt.
"Grandma, are we just going to let them go like that?"
Upon hearing this, the White Snake Sage rolled his eyes at Tagorihime and said in an unfriendly tone:
"Otherwise what? What can you possibly do? Take them both down? Don't be ridiculous, I want to live a few more years!"
Hearing the White Snake Sage speak so highly of Naruto, Tagorihime was clearly taken aback and could only obediently shut her mouth in the end.
Meanwhile, back in Otogakure, Orochimaru and Naruto began their plan: cloning technology needed to be improved, cells adapted to Sage Mode needed to be cultured, and they also needed to capture a few more White Zetsu for experiments.
Having made up their minds, the two began their preparations. Naruto believed that under his leadership, they would definitely achieve something in the next few years.
Before he could even rest for a few days, Naruto set off for the outside world to search for White Zetsu. There was no other way; if this experiment was to proceed, a large number of White Zetsu were essential.
Naruto racked his brains but still couldn't figure out where to look for White Zetsu. He had searched the area around Otogakure thoroughly, but he couldn't find a single White Zetsu. This made Naruto seriously suspect that perhaps his presence had caused the White Zetsu to abandon their surveillance of Orochimaru.
After all, Naruto is known as the nemesis of White Zetsu, and he can pinpoint the location of White Zetsu with precision.
After searching for Naruto in Otogakure for half a day without success, he set his sights on Konoha. You see, when he was there, there wasn't a single White Zetsu. Now that he's gone, there must be White Zetsu who are hoping that Naruto won't be back anytime soon.
Thinking this through, Naruto decided to catch them off guard.
After confirming the direction, Naruto quickly headed towards the Land of Fire and Konoha. You might ask why he didn't use the Flying Thunder God Technique? Well, that's because he wanted to find White Zetsu along the way. Once he caught one, he could control and kill it, or beat it to near death and throw it into the sealing scroll.
And you know what? Naruto actually found quite a few White Zetsu along the way. By the time Orochimaru was almost at Konoha, he had captured quite a few, enough for White Zetsu to use for his experiments in the near future.
Upon arriving in Konoha, Naruto skillfully used the Flying Thunder God and went straight to Sasuke's room. Finding Sasuke not home, and having searched Konoha for a long time without finding a single White Zetsu, Naruto was quite surprised. Something wasn't right.
Could they resist gathering intelligence?
Naruto, you're back?
Just then, Sasuke returned home and happened to run into Naruto in his room.
"Hmm, let's go practice?"
Sasuke, who was initially delighted by Naruto's return, instantly lost his smile. One second, " Naruto's back, hehe," the next second, after hearing Naruto's words, "No, hehe."
The other person has challenged you to a one-on-one duel. Do you want to accept?
Sasuke:??? Can I choose not to accept?
After giving Sasuke a good beating, Naruto didn't stay in Konoha for long. He immediately left Konoha using the Flying Thunder God. He now needed to deliver the White Zetsu he had found to Orochimaru.
Sasuke:?? No, what do you mean? You're just going to beat me up and leave? What do you take me for?
Time is like flying sand; when the wind blows, it silently carries it away...