In the gloomy forest, Orochimaru and Uchiha Yoru meet again after parting from Konoha.
"Orochimaru-sensei?"
As Uchiha Yoru watched Orochimaru regurgitate a scroll from his throat and throw it over, he caught it with a puzzled look, gave it a shake to clean off the mucus, and opened it. His pupils constricted upon seeing its contents, and then he smiled.
"Heh heh, information about the various powers in the Land of Whirlpools, as well as intelligence on the ninja sent by the Hidden Mist Village this time. Perhaps it will help you adapt here faster."
The scroll that Orochimaru threw contained intelligence on the chaotic powers in the Land of Whirlpools and the ninja dispatched by the Hidden Mist Village. It was undoubtedly a generous gift.
Looking at the information in his hand, Uchiha Yoru laughed and put it in his pouch, "Orochimaru-sensei, are you worried about your student, or do you think I'm not strong enough?"
Facing the teasing from his disciple, Uchiha Yoru, Orochimaru revealed his uniquely raspy laughter, "Heh heh, Yoru, there are many precious experimental materials among the Mist ninja."
Their relationship wasn't just that of a master and disciple; they were also collaborators. With their deep understanding and partnership, Orochimaru's hint was clear to Uchiha Yoru, who nodded with a smile.
"It seems Orochimaru-sensei has set his sights on the bloodline ninja of the Hidden Mist Village. I'll keep an eye out, but the bloodline ninja who can be dispatched to the front lines might be challenging to deal with."
Facing the candid Uchiha Yoru, Orochimaru laughed and said, "Yoru, although the Hidden Mist Village is on lockdown, sporadic intelligence still leaks out. Their policies towards bloodline ninja in the Land of Water are not friendly, so some valuable experimental materials will be cheaply dispatched to the front."
The situation against the bloodline clans in the Mist Village has become this serious? Hearing this, Uchiha Yoru realized the severity, pondering in his heart. After all, the original story didn't detail this, and dealing with the bloodline clans isn't so easy in this tangible world.
The Mist Village would need a long weakening phase before showing their fangs against the bloodline clans. Otherwise, the powerful bloodline clans would have overthrown the Mizukage's rule long ago.
One should never underestimate the strength of the bloodline clans. The Mist Village has many, including the Kaguya bone pulse, ice release bloodline, Hōzuki water transformation, and other secret clans. Both Konoha and the Mist Village surpass other ninja villages in the number of bloodline clans.
Seeing Uchiha Yoru lost in thought, Orochimaru smiled, appreciating the depth of his disciple's thinking.
"Heh heh, Yoru, your talent in developing ninjutsu truly makes even your teacher a bit envious."
In the dim light, Orochimaru's sinister smile seemed even more eerie, but the familiar Uchiha Yoru smiled in response.
Orochimaru is a pure person, especially after cutting ties with Konoha. He became even purer, the epitome of a mad scientist.
Jealousy? That's non-existent, unless you have a better immortality technique or some bloodline that could arouse his greed.
"Thanks to your resources, sensei, or else my research in ninjutsu wouldn't be so smooth."
Facing Uchiha Yoru's humility, Orochimaru shook his head with determination, "That's nothing. Going from 0 to 1, from nothing to something is the hardest. The innovative ideas in your mind are the most precious existence in the world."
In Orochimaru's eyes, only the person who proposes a novel idea is the most valuable. As for him, using that idea to find various resources, even calculating formulas and data, isn't that just a basic skill?
Facing a genius like Orochimaru, Uchiha Yoru was at a loss for words. He simply relied on his knowledge of the original work without any innovative ideas.
What does it mean to just have the hands? For any ninjutsu, as long as he proposes an idea and Orochimaru deems it feasible, in no time, he can compile a bunch of targeted information. All you need to do then is to keep experimenting until you get it right with time.
But when it comes to organizing targeted information, Uchiha Yoru was speechless. It's not something that just requires hands.
Uchiha Yoru had an idea in mind and motioned with his hand, saying, "Come here."
Orochimaru, after hearing Yoru deas about ninjutsu, showed an excited smile. Isn't it just a matter of trying a few times to understand the various materials?
"Teacher Orochimaru, this is the scroll of the 'Serpent Array' technique. Even though it's only classified as an A-rank technique, under certain circumstances, its power seems to rival S-rank."
Uchiha Yoru didn't seem to value these techniques as precious and casually tossed the scroll, a sight that made Orochimaru reveal an evil grin. His disciple remained unchanged.
Looking at the acquired ninjutsu, Orochimaru also revealed a relaxed smile. Their relationship, both as teacher and friend, remained as casual as before, even though their positions have changed.
"'Serpent Array' and your so-called 'Orochimaru-style Substitution Jutsu' are truly ingenious creations."
Orochimaru rarely praised research on ninjutsu. These techniques seemed tailor-made for him, especially the Orochimaru-style substitution technique, which was extremely important.
Fragile lives seem insured under these compatible techniques.
"Teacher Orochimaru, are you planning to set up a research base in the Land of Water?"
Uchiha Yoru was curious. In the original work, Orochimaru seemed to have set his sights on the Mist Shinobi. Otherwise, how would the Kekei Genkai of both Hōzuki and Kaguya end up in his hands?
Facing Uchiha Yoru, Orochimaru didn't hesitate and smiled, "No, after leaving Konoha, I plan to establish a new base in the Land of Rice Fields!" He paused before adding, "And also establish a new ninja village."
Hearing this, Uchiha Yoru smiled. In just a few words, their relationship seemed to revert to the trusting nature they once shared, both as teachers and friends, without any conflicting interests.
"Yoru, since you have revealed your ambitions, there's a promising child here who might help you achieve them."
This student of his continuously provided Orochimaru with ninjutsu, especially the substitution technique, which opened new doors for him. Although Orochimaru didn't possess the usual human sense of gratitude, he understood the principle of reciprocity.
No party can persist in greed without giving back.
Benefits should be mutual, rather than just one-sided. Now that Orochimaru has left Konoha, his student seemed to offer even greater assistance. Starting with substantial research funds, Orochimaru once again felt the financial constraints after leaving his disciple. Then came the contributions of ninjutsu.
Without the 'Orochimaru-style Substitution Jutsu', a single explosive tag from the Third Hokage almost spelled disaster for him. Heavily injured, he once again realized life's fragility. Fortunately, his disciple developed the substitution technique, allowing him to safely leave the Land of Fire.
"Hehe, Teacher, you're too kind. After all, without your countless ninjutsu materials, how could I develop them?"
Uchiha Yoru had a sincere smile, but Orochimaru didn't see it that way. This was where their perspectives differed.
In Orochimaru's eyes, innovative ideas from scratch were vital. Everything was possible if one dared to think.
But in Uchiha Yoru's eyes, he knew his own limitations. Asking him to develop ninjutsu on his own would take forever. This truly required talent. But ever since Orochimaru became his teacher, there was an abundance of targeted information. He only needed time to practice.
With Orochimaru's help, researching ninjutsu seemed like an open-book exam to him. He just needed to find the right answer.
"Teacher, after you left Konoha..."
Listening to Uchiha Yoru talk about the changes in Konoha, Orochimaru showed a rare indifferent expression, even revealing a mocking smile in the end.
"Yoru, now, our most important goal is immortality, after all, even the immortals have disappeared into the dust of history."
It's clear that Orochimaru has completely let go of the so-called thirst for power. He's now the scientist from the original story, obsessed and crazy about seeking immortality.
"Yoru, your body has grown rapidly, especially in terms of Raiton Body Flicker. If it weren't for your awakening of the Sharingan, I might even doubt that you are from the Uchiha clan. Your physique is comparable to the Third Raikage of the Land of Lightning. Even the Fourth Raikage is slightly inferior to you in that regard."
As he spoke, this time Orochimaru did not spit out a scroll from his mouth. Instead, the white snake from earlier slowly crawled onto Uchiha Yoru's wrist and regurgitated a scroll.
"With a physique comparable to the Third Raikage's Tailed Beast and a vast amount of chakra, this is your targeted training plan for the foreseeable future."
One can't help but admit, if you show talent under Orochimaru's guidance, he will surely make full use of you. Look, he has prepared a series of scientific training plans for you, so you don't have to worry about anything. It's both time-saving and efficient. As for worrying if Orochimaru might deceive you? That's because you don't know him well. His reputation in this regard is guaranteed.
Looking at the training plan personally devised by Orochimaru, Uchiha Yoru showed a satisfied smile. It's so convenient, all he has to do is follow the steps.
"The Cursed Seal on Anko has disappeared. It seems that Yoru also possesses a terrifying talent in Cursed Seals."
Cursed Seals! This is one of the primary research directions for Orochimaru, as it is related to the Sage's natural energy.
Seeing Orochimaru's meaningful smile, Uchiha Yoru shrugged helplessly, "Teacher, perhaps my physique is exceptionally compatible with the Cursed Seal."
Although he said that, a venomous snake crawled out from Uchiha Yoru's sleeve, fiercely biting into his neck, taking a piece of flesh and blood, then heading straight for Orochimaru.
Seeing the obtained Cursed Seal and the sample of flesh and blood, Orochimaru showed an ecstatic smile. Uchiha Yoru used Medical Ninjutsu chakra to heal his neck wound.
"In three days, thirty miles to the east, I'll take you to see a precious child. His Kekkei Genkai might become a tool for your ambitions. After all, the position you desire requires enough power."
Once Orochimaru got the research material he wanted, he showed a satisfied smile and generously gave away the valuable tool he had eyes on.
Now, for him, ordinary ninja tools are insignificant. Only those useful for his research are considered valuable.
Uchiha Yoru frowned, pondering. Who could this be? Judging from Orochimaru's demeanor, it seems to be a tool he is very satisfied with, otherwise, why would Orochimaru personally involve himself and even mention it twice?
Is it one of the Sound Four under Orochimaru in the original story? They are somewhat special, but not to this extent. Who could it be?
While Uchiha Yoru was guessing, Orochimaru happily put away the flesh and blood sample. "The Edo Tensei (Reanimation Jutsu) will be completed in a maximum of five years. By then, you and I will become the only gods in the ninja world. Even the gods of the future ninja world will be created by our own hands."
When talking about his pursuit of immortality, Orochimaru turned into an enthusiastic artist, describing a grand vision. He knows well Orochimaru's talent, otherwise, who would believe him and not think he's crazy?
There's a thin line between genius and madness. However, he believes, "The extreme of a genius is a madman, and the extreme of a madman is a genius."
His thoughts might be whimsical, but the biggest difference between him and an ultimate genius like Orochimaru is that Orochimaru would personally prove the existence of such whimsical ideas, while he always stays within the realm of these whimsical thoughts.
Looking at Orochimaru's fanatic expression, Uchiha Yoru displayed a strange look, wondering when Orochimaru developed this ninjutsu. The original story didn't specify, but one could make some educated guesses.
During the Chuunin exams, Orochimaru had obviously already undergone a body transfer once. Thus, if he requires a transfer every three years, and the main group was 12-13 years old during the Chuunin exams, then counting back three years, it would be between 8-9 years old.
Around the age of 8-9 was seemingly when the Uchiha Clan massacre happened. After Itachi Uchiha defected and joined the Akatsuki, he confronted Orochimaru, who then defected as well.
Orochimaru's obvious objective was to covet Itachi Uchiha's body. However, after failing to obtain it, he underwent a body transfer.
From this, it can be deduced that when Itachi Uchiha was 13, he became an S-ranked rogue ninja, and it was during this period that Orochimaru developed this ninjutsu.
Because of these events, Orochimaru's defection came a bit early, and Itachi awakened his Sharingan sooner. However, Itachi Uchiha is now seven years old, which means there's just under six years until he turns thirteen.
This aligns perfectly with Orochimaru's estimated five years of developing this ninjutsu.
Suddenly, Uchiha Yoru smiled, asking, "Teacher, what do you think is the peak age for a ninja? And how long can this peak state last?"
This remark from Uchiha Yoru made Orochimaru reveal a mysterious smile, his eyes exuding a look of interest, as if pondering whether his disciple had come up with an even more innovative idea.
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