The Avengers of the Uzumaki Family

I'm getting more and more into the zone.

"That brat!"

This development greatly exceeded Orochimaru's expectations.

He originally thought that it was already quite remarkable that Menma could use the Nine-Tails' chakra at his age. The amount of chakra from the three tails was definitely not something Menma could easily control. If he was not careful, he might even be controlled by the tailed beast.

However, what Orochimaru didn't know was that although Menma hadn't yet reached a point of complete understanding with Kurama, the initial agreement was enough for Kurama to support Menma to a certain extent. With Kurama's cooperation, plus Menma's own efforts and the bloodline of the Uzumaki clan, this was definitely no joke!

Three tails?

Do not!

This is definitely not my current limit.

Having no prior experience, Menma has now gained an increasingly accurate grasp of his current state during his battle with Orochimaru.

'Kurama, more! I need more chakra!'

Those were gradually revealing blood-red fox eyes.

"Buzz!"

This is the naked and further release of the Nine-Tails' chakra.

Suppressed by Orochimaru?

This is not the result Menma wanted.

What he wants is the right to speak with Orochimaru as an equal.

"This is?"

The Nine-Tails' chakra erupted with a roar, its chakra cloak becoming even more intensely crimson. A terrifying, suffocating feeling emanated from it, especially when the fourth tail appeared behind Menma.

Orochimaru's pupils also contracted sharply. At this moment, he finally lost his composure.

The imposing presence of the three tails.

Orochimaru was confident he could still overpower one opponent, but Menma under the four tails was already a deadly threat to him.

Not to mention, the Nine-Tails is the most powerful tailed beast.

Even if it's just dragging on.

Even if you wear him down, there's no point in continuing the fight.

Moreover, this is only four tails. What if it had five or even six? Even if the probability is very low, Orochimaru has to consider the possibility, especially since this is in Konoha Village.

He still has to have some reservations.

Thinking about this.

"Ninja Art - Ten Thousand Snake Formation".

Orochimaru no longer hesitated.

He mobilized a large amount of chakra and spat out an incredibly terrifying number of snake shadows from his mouth, blocking the space between him and Menma.

By the time Mianma had barely finished clearing away these snake shadows,

Orochimaru has already created a safe distance again.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 90 Trading

"Alright, I admit I misjudged you before, Menma-kun. I was rude. What do you want to talk about? Or rather, what kind of deal do you want to make with me? You can say it now."

Orochimaru exhaled a breath of stale air, sheathed his Kusanagi sword, and looked at Menma in the distance, speaking in his usual hoarse tone.

The world of ninjas is that simple: the strong prey on the weak, and the winner takes all.

Menma is not a match for, or even a threat to, Orochimaru's power.

Orochimaru would never sit down and have a proper conversation like this.

Menma herself was aware of this.

To be honest, Menma had already intended to stop. Orochimaru didn't want to be besieged by Konoha. Did he really want to be discovered by Konoha in advance?

That would be suicidal! And just now, when the fourth tail burst forth, Menma could already feel the burning sensation emanating from the skin all around his body.

This is the Nine-Tails' chakra eroding my body.

This is an irreversible situation at this stage.

This is a process that every Jinchuriki must go through, allowing their body to gradually adapt to the Tailed Beast's chakra, ultimately achieving perfect fusion.

"Hehe, I knew Orochimaru-san was a reasonable person."

Menma chuckled softly, looking at Orochimaru who had completely suppressed his killing intent and returned to his previous mysterious demeanor, and continued to lie through his teeth.

"Hmph, speak, Menma-kun, what exactly is your intention? You've exposed my identity, even going so far as to use the Nine-Tails' chakra. What do you want from me?"

Orochimaru's slightly narrow snake eyes were also fixed on Menma at this moment, and he spoke in a low tone.

"No, no, no, Orochimaru-san, you misunderstand. It's not that I want to get anything from you, but rather that we should make a mutually beneficial deal, Orochimaru-san."

Menma smiled slightly and said in a confident tone.

"Heh heh? Then I'm all ears."

Orochimaru said somewhat casually that he only acknowledged Menma's power because of the existence of the Nine-Tails.

But Menma is only 12 years old. Orochimaru doesn't think that Menma at this age can bring him anything. Besides, what can a mere kid know about what he is pursuing?

"My intention is simple. I plan to leave this village soon and come to Orochimaru-san. Of course, not to become your subordinate, but to cooperate with you. I hope you can provide me with a temporary place to stay. I also hope to receive some research materials and support from you, such as cells and some secret techniques. These are my requirements."

"Is that so? Interesting, Menma-kun. Leaving this village, haha. If my teacher knew this, he might go crazy. But, Menma-kun, as the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki, what are your plans for leaving the village? Oh, do you need my help? I'd be happy to."

Orochimaru narrowed his eyes and said with a strange smile.

"Hehe, Orochimaru-san doesn't need to worry about that. I have my own way of leaving the village. Besides, Orochimaru-san's return this time shouldn't just be for reminiscing about the past, right? So, it depends on whether Orochimaru-san is willing to take in a defector like me."

Menma certainly wouldn't be foolish enough to expose Orochimaru and Sunagakure's plan right here, as that would be difficult to explain his source of information and could easily arouse unnecessary suspicion from Orochimaru.

Ultimately, all he wanted here was to reach a preliminary agreement with Orochimaru. As for what happened afterward, could the words of two people who had absolutely no trust in each other be taken seriously?

Everything requires adaptability and negotiation to resolve.

The same effect can be achieved here with just some reasonable speculation.

Orochimaru's eyes narrowed slightly upon hearing Menma's words, and the dangerous glint that had been emanating from him vanished within a second.

"It seems that Menma-kun has really made a lot of preparations over the past 12 years. Of course, I have no problem with these conditions. However, there is no such thing as a free lunch in this world. Why should I offer you these conditions? Menma-kun, I can't see any of your mutually beneficial deals right now."

Orochimaru said in a calm tone.

"Orochimaru-san, don't be in such a hurry. I believe my conditions will definitely appeal to you. The first condition is myself, the most authentic bloodline of the Uzumaki clan, and the Nine-Tails within me. Aren't you interested at all, Orochimaru-san? I believe that my research will definitely be helpful to you, right?"

Mianma pointed to himself and said meaningfully.

"You're quite bold, using yourself as a condition."

Orochimaru was taken aback at first, then looked at Menma with a look of great interest and said.

Orochimaru wasn't surprised that Menma knew about some of his research; at most, he'd obtained it from Konoha. As for the methods used, seeing Menma's current strength, Orochimaru didn't think it was impossible.

Of course, Orochimaru would never know that all of this was thanks to the benefits of being a 'transmigrator'.

"Heh, I've always thought I'm very brave, and I'm willing to make any sacrifice to leave this wicked village. Isn't Orochimaru-san the same?"

Mianma chuckled lightly and said meaningfully.

“Very good, I agree to this condition, or rather, even if it's just this condition, I will accept the deal you proposed. However, it seems you have something else planned, Menma-kun.”

"Of course, to be more precise, this second condition is what I carefully prepared for you, Orochimaru-san, and that is the relationship between the Sharingan and the Rinnegan. I think you'll be very interested in it, otherwise you wouldn't have traveled all the way back to the village and played this ninja game with Sasuke-kun."

With a slightly numb face, he leaned forward as he spoke each word.

Orochimaru was once again shocked by Menma, and the sudden change in his expression was the best proof of that.

"What!?"

Orochimaru looked at Menma with a sharp expression, the shock and doubt in his snake eyes so clear and intense.

"Menma-kun, do you know what you're saying?"

"Of course I know what I'm talking about, Orochimaru-san. You don't need to doubt me. Indeed, in your eyes, how could a mere 12-year-old brat like me possibly know anything? But don't forget, there's a creature inside me that has lived for thousands of years. And your partner is no ordinary person either, is he, Orochimaru-san?"

Mianma smiled slightly and said.

(End of this chapter)

The agreement reached in Chapter 91

"!?"

Upon hearing this, Orochimaru's snake-like eyes revealed a uniquely sharp glint.

This was a response that Orochimaru hadn't anticipated.

To be honest, it's a bit outrageous, but it also seems to make sense.

If it were the Nine-Tails, then everything would make sense. It's a true demon-level being that has lived for countless years. However, Orochimaru still felt that something was off.

However, these are all minor issues, including some other issues that Menma deliberately mentioned.

Orochimaru didn't care at all. Just like Danzo, that old man thought he was using Orochimaru. Didn't Orochimaru have the same view?

The approach taken in dealing with Danzo can be similar to the approach used against the man in front of us.

Not to mention that compared to what Mianma could bring him, what he needed to give up was simply insignificant.

There's absolutely no need to worry about these minor doubts.

Such a transaction.

Orochimaru would be absolutely happy to see this, not to mention that once it's on his home turf, who knows what will happen next?

"The relationship between the Sharingan and the Rinnegan? Interesting. You're really interesting, Menma-kun. Very well, I'll agree to all your conditions. When you come to me, everything will be treated to the highest standards. As long as the final answer you bring satisfies me, whatever you want, as long as it's within my power, I will fulfill it for you, Menma-kun."

Orochimaru licked his lips, his eerie snake eyes staring intently at Menma, and chuckled in a low voice.