Orochimaru

In the evening, two Shadow Clones looked at each other, then formed hand seals.

With a poof, Shadow Clone No. 2 dissipated, leaving behind a pile of sealing scrolls.

After receiving the information from the Shadow Clone, Boruto, also a Shadow Clone, couldn't help but feel ashamed. This matter would be discovered sooner or later. To be safe, he would stay up all night to learn all of this.

He created another clone to return home, while the other one went to a relatively safe place, such as a small forest or an alley without surveillance, to secretly practice sealing techniques.

As twilight enveloped the area, a man in a large robe stood on a utility pole, his blue and white hair gently swaying in the evening breeze, his amber-colored pupils filled with doubt.

In his view, the dark alley was filled with his sun. Recalling Boruto's ease in dealing with him, he wondered, what was his purpose in wanting to see his father...?

At this moment, a Shadow Clone spotted Mitsuki's figure. With a Body Flicker Technique, it arrived in front of him, smiling awkwardly, "Unfortunately, my talent is lacking, so I can only use a clumsy method to practice ninjutsu. Many hands make light work."

Mitsuki asked innocently, "You work so hard to learn ninjutsu every night, no wonder you're so strong."

"No, I'm just cramming at the last minute," Boruto denied.

"Hmm?"

"I believe I'll be using it tomorrow, the ninjutsu I just learned," Boruto said without elaborating, giving off a sense of anticipation.

Mitsuki didn't ask further, just silently observed Naruto, his confused look almost clearly written on his face.

Seeing this, Boruto suddenly asked, "You can contact Orochimaru, right?"

"My father and I usually communicate using summoning beasts," Mitsuki replied honestly.

"Very good." Boruto was excited inside, but remained calm on the surface, "Help me ask him a question, about the research on Hashirama Cells, and I want to master Wood Release as soon as possible."

Mitsuki didn't speak, but silently complied.

Seeing Mitsuki briefly explain a few words to the summoned snake, which then disappeared, he said, "Okay."

Boruto asked curiously, "Aren't you going to ask me why?"

Mitsuki: "Seeing you with such a well-thought-out look, you should have your own plan. I usually help my friends. We are friends, right?"

A very direct reason, but very convincing. In fact, Boruto had twelve points of trust in Mitsuki from the beginning, so he simply nodded, "Yes, we are friends!"

After all, how could I doubt someone who would risk exposing himself in a crisis, even opening Sage Mode to help me?

Seeing the confident smile on Boruto's face, Mitsuki didn't understand what it meant, but still smiled along.

Soon, the summoned snake quickly returned, quietly appearing in Mitsuki's wide sleeve.

Mitsuki released the white snake, which turned into smoke after landing, and then the figure from the screen walked out of the smoke.

"How interesting, our prince is also interested in Wood Release?"

A slightly hoarse voice entered his ears, still the familiar voice, but with less of the sinister and creepy feeling. He was also jokingly called by fans, the only strong one still in the Shippuden era.

"I am also honored to have Lord Orochimaru appear in person," Boruto returned the courtesy in the same gentlemanly manner.

Orochimaru looked at Boruto for a moment, then noticed the alley was full of Boruto's figures, slightly surprised: "Shadow Clones?"

"The main body is practicing Sage Mode at Mount Myōboku, temporarily using clones to block the parents' sight," Boruto said honestly, without hiding anything.

"Hmm..." This time, even Orochimaru was taken aback.

"Then as a greeting gift, I will show you something interesting, the one I mentioned before."

Hearing this, Orochimaru raised an eyebrow.

Boruto activated the Tenseigan, his left eye immediately replaced by a water-blue glow, with snowflake-shaped patterns engraved in the beautiful eyeball, showing its magic.

After showing the Tenseigan, Boruto said, "Learn all the ninjutsu, stick to your dreams, that's your ninja way, right?"

Orochimaru raised an eyebrow, he only felt deeply shocked at the twelve-year-old child in front of him.

Seeing Orochimaru fall into thought, Boruto struck while the iron was hot, "I want to work with you to bring everything into our hands, and then see the so-called truth in this world."

"Hehehe~ With your awareness? Or has it touched some wonderful imagination? I don't know what you've experienced, but I think, if this is your true face, then Konoha is really full of talent!"

Orochimaru sighed slightly, showing a strong interest and a long-lost desire. He would always have endless topics to explore regarding the truth.

"After the Fourth Shinobi World War, the mystery of eternal life was revealed. Eating the fruit of the God Tree can grant eternal life. Perhaps you can research other methods, can't you?" Boruto also smiled, his face still with a wonderful confidence.

"You have enough understanding of me, is it Naruto?" Orochimaru thought, after all, he just said that the main body was at Mount Myōboku.

"Of course not, this comes from another secret of mine. Before you think of the truth, take this as a bargaining chip," Boruto smiled, his eyes exuding full confidence, as if he had Orochimaru in his grasp.

"Using the truth as a bargaining chip, only you could think of it," Orochimaru continued to praise, as if being drawn into Boruto's rhythm.

"Starry Sky, eternal life, God Tree fruit, above the Six Paths, human hell. We will have endless topics to talk about."

"Your words are very attractive, is there anything you need me to do for you?" Orochimaru was obviously touched.

Boruto fell into thought. There was a lot of preparation work at this stage. It was just the beginning of the business, so after a moment of contemplation, Boruto put forward the current needs: "A complete version of Hashirama Cells, Sharingan, and the establishment of an organization."

Orochimaru continued to raise his eyebrows, his eyes full of appreciation, "I have backup genes for Hashirama Cells and Sharingan. As for the organization you mentioned, does Boruto-kun have any ideas?"

Unconsciously, Orochimaru's address to Boruto had changed, as if he had accepted Boruto's invitation.

"When the Moonlight spreads, I will transform into a shadow lurking in the darkness, bringing panic to the Shinobi World, while also protecting the Shinobi World."

Listening to Boruto's slowly spoken, high-spirited words, another person's shadow quickly appeared in Orochimaru's mind, "Uchiha Itachi. Is it?"

"Ah, let's call the new organization [Moon]. My purpose is clear, to slightly awaken the long-cooled bloodiness of the Shinobi, and to lend a helping hand in times of disaster."

"Oh?" Orochimaru was slightly taken aback.

"Well, it's normal that you don't know. My main body once heard the Great Toad Sage's prophecy that in the future, the Shinobi World will have visitors from outer space, and their strength will all be at the Six Paths level."

"The Great Toad Sage, a senior on par with the White Snake Sage of Ryūchi Cave?" Orochimaru murmured softly, already mostly accepting it in his heart.

"With your current strength, it will take some time to accumulate before this breeze can stir up waves."

"Easy to say. Let's go somewhere a little more secluded to talk." Boruto glanced at the surrounding environment; he couldn't use his abilities properly in the village.

Outside the village, in a lush forest.

Boruto didn't waste any words. With the power of his left eye, he activated Tenseigan Chakra Mode with a single eye.

In an instant, fluorescent blue Chakra burned wildly, even overflowing out of his body, forming a special cloak. Boruto's voice came out: "This is my first time using it. I don't know how much power this Shadow Clone's abilities can unleash."

Orochimaru had an interested look on his face, quietly watching Boruto show off.

Mitsuki stood quietly beside Orochimaru, silent, but also surprised by Boruto's abilities.

Several pitch-black Truth-Seeking Balls instantly coalesced. Boruto casually gathered the Truth-Seeking Balls in front of him, then activated them with one hand, causing them to spin.

"Silver Wheel Reincarnation Explosion!"

Even the storm swept up by a single Truth-Seeking Ball was not to be underestimated. It easily uprooted and blew away the trees and pebbles on a small hill.

Afterward, Boruto picked up another Truth-Seeking Ball, condensing it in his hand. The golden light was dazzling, like the rising sun.

"Golden Wheel Reincarnation Explosion!"

A golden longsword materialized in Boruto's hand, then extended outward. Boruto wielded the golden giant sword in his hand, slicing the previous small hill horizontally, splitting it in two!

"Clap, clap, clap." Orochimaru clapped softly, praising, "As expected of Boruto, to be able to unleash such power even with the power of a clone."

Boruto quickly shed the Chakra cloak, his figure a little unsteady, but he stood firm, revealing a barely passable smile.

Orochimaru then said, "I can start preparing these things you mentioned when I get back. I'll have Mitsuki notify you when I'm done."

"Okay. I'll take good care of Mitsuki." Boruto responded, a little out of breath.