Konoha: From the moment I was adopted by Tsunade

Chapter 12 Orochimaru gets a beating ahead of time

"How is it? Are you satisfied with my gift?"

Natsume remained very casual, picking up his teacup and chugging it down.

Since he was a wood clone, he wasn't worried at all.

Orochimaru's gaze sharpened.

He was confident that no one would notice when he went to steal someone last night.

At most, Danzo Shimura only discovered Yamato's disappearance afterward.

But how did Natsume become certain that he had succeeded?

If he hadn't found Yamato last night, wouldn't he have made a wasted trip tonight?

Such a confident answer clearly indicates that they already knew.

Orochimaru deduced that Natsume was backed by a mysterious organization with strong intelligence capabilities.

"I am indeed very satisfied."

He said coldly, "If it weren't for you, I would still be kept in the dark by Shimura Danzo."

As a scientist, Yamato meant a great deal to him.

Only after achieving this breakthrough could he continue his research.

He had already given up on Wood Release, but now it was impossible for him to give it up.

He even planned to suspend his research on the reincarnation of corpses.

"You're welcome."

Natsume smiled warmly, like sunshine, and said, "It seems our transaction can proceed as planned."

"How many interstitial cells do you need?"

After a brief silence, Orochimaru said, "Hashirama cells are limited. If there are too many, it will be difficult for me to obtain them."

Natsume raised an eyebrow.

Don't think I don't know. Not only Hashirama Senju, but also Tobirama Senju and others, your graves were robbed.

"For transplanting interstitial cells, a dose for nine people is sufficient."

Natsume tapped the table and said, "Besides that, I also need your experimental data."

Orochimaru nodded expressionlessly.

He wasn't surprised.

Since the other party wants interstitial cells, it is naturally for transplantation.

In the ninja world today, this skill deserves to be revered.

"What I need is data on perfect transplantation of interstitial cells."

Natsume added, "Not your current skills."

Of all the test subjects Orochimaru experimented on, only Yamato survived.

The mortality rate is alarmingly high.

As for Danzo Shimura, he only received an arm transplant, which was completely different from Yamato's transplant.

Orochimaru became wary again.

This mysterious person seems to know far too much about Wood Release experiments.

How did he know that?

"no problem."

Orochimaru agreed.

Anyway, the data is in his hands, and he can modify it at will.

If you really want to scam someone, it's a very simple thing.

Unless Natsume finds a sufficiently skilled medical ninja.

For example, someone of Tsunade's level.

But is it possible?

There is only one Tsunade in the entire ninja world.

It's impossible for her to have any connection with such a mysterious person.

"Now can you tell me what the other secret is?"

Orochimaru licked his lips, somewhat impatient.

Even Yamato is called a little secret, and he is very curious to know what the so-called big secret is.

"Logically, I should have told you after I obtained the interstitial cells."

Natsume said calmly and unhurriedly, "But I'm not afraid that you'll break your promise."

Orochimaru's expression hardened.

His strong self-confidence surprised him somewhat.

But upon closer reflection, this does indeed fit the style of the mysterious person.

"What do you think of Hashirama Senju's strength?" Natsume asked.

"Extremely strong." Orochimaru answered honestly, though he was puzzled.

He had read through the books left behind by Konoha, which contained a fairly detailed introduction to Hashirama Senju.

His strength is evident in every word he writes.

Orochimaru believed that Hashirama Senju far surpassed the so-called Five Kage; otherwise, he would not have been able to end the chaos, let alone capture the Tailed Beasts.

He had seen the Nine-Tailed Fox.

Without special methods, it is difficult to defeat it, and even more difficult to capture it.

"What about Madara Uchiha, who was on par with Hashirama Senju?" Natsume asked again.

"It shouldn't be bad either," Orochimaru said after thinking for a moment.

Although Madara Uchiha is mentioned relatively little in the books, everyone knows about his final battle with Hashirama Senju at the Valley of the End.

It directly fractured the earth, creating a valley.

Even if Madara Uchiha was weak, he wouldn't be much weaker than Hashirama Senju.

"What is the source of Madara Uchiha's power?" Natsume asked.

"Sharingan." Orochimaru was even more puzzled.

What does this question have to do with the so-called secret?

What do you think of Fugaku Uchiha's strength?

"good."

Orochimaru commented, "The three-tomoe Sharingan is indeed impressive, but it's only slightly stronger than a typical Jonin."

"Don't you think there's a problem?"

Natsume countered, "Both have the Sharingan, so why is Madara Uchiha so strong?"

Orochimaru suddenly froze.

Yes.

In terms of strength, Madara Uchiha could easily take on ten Fugaku Uchiha at once.

Why?

He then thought of the Nine-Tails, which was suspected of being controlled by the Sharingan.

Can the three-tomoe Sharingan really control tailed beasts?

"You mean there's an even stronger Sharingan than the three-tomoe Sharingan?"

Orochimaru was very clever and quick-witted, and immediately came up with the correct answer.

"That's right."

Natsume nodded and said, "Above the three-tomoe Sharingan, there is the Mangekyou Sharingan."

"The Kaleidoscope Sharingan?"

Orochimaru repeated these words over and over.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura knew about the Mangekyou Sharingan because Tobirama Senju knew about it.

It wasn't until Uchiha Shisui self-destructed that they realized how terrifying this thing truly was.

In a swift move, Shimura Danzo ambushed Uchiha Shisui and obtained his Mangekyou Sharingan.

"How strong is it?" Orochimaru asked.

Based on just these few words, he could hardly grasp the power of the Mangekyou Sharingan.

"Want to give it a try?" Natsume asked in return.

"Has someone in the Uchiha clan awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan?"

Orochimaru's eyes lit up; he was already thinking about how to steal the spotlight.

Natsume smiled as he looked at his expression, which showed he hadn't been beaten up.

Orochimaru clearly believed that even though the Mangekyou Sharingan was very powerful, it still had its limits.

"That's right, his name is Uchiha Shisui."

"It was him?"

Orochimaru looked surprised.

He naturally knew that Uchiha Shisui had shone brightly in the Third Shinobi World War.

I just didn't expect him to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan.

"Here's a piece of advice: take precautions to protect yourself, otherwise, things might go wrong."

Natsume's words made Orochimaru somewhat unhappy.

Since earning the title of one of the Three Legendary Sannin, few ninjas have been able to make him take it seriously.

Natsume meant that he not only couldn't defeat Uchiha Shisui, but he could also get into trouble if he wasn't careful.

He didn't believe it.

Natsume didn't say anything more.

Given Orochimaru's life-saving methods, he most likely won't die.

Furthermore, if Uchiha Shisui had known that Orochimaru was the one who attacked him, he wouldn't have gone so far as to kill him.

As for himself, Natsume has nothing to worry about.

The Mangekyou Sharingan is too outrageous. If Uchiha Shisui had used Kotoamatsukami, Orochimaru probably wouldn't have had any way to counter it.

"Then see you next time."

Natsume smiled and dispelled his wooden clone, saying, "I hope you'll have Hashirama cells ready by then."

Orochimaru watched him leave and immediately ordered his men to search for Uchiha Shisui's whereabouts.

the next day.

He then confronted Uchiha Shisui, and a great battle ensued.

at the same time.

Natsume, who was attending a ninja academy, suddenly received a reminder from the Destiny Ring.

[Because of your actions, Orochimaru's fate has changed. You have gained 58 Fate Points.]

[Because of your actions, Uchiha Shisui's fate has changed. You have gained 19 points of Fate Value.]

(End of this chapter)