Naruto: Sasuke Uchiha Returns from Soul Society

I wonder if my right eye's ability to "deny reality" can also negate this "declining vision"...

But most likely, that won't work, right?

The thought flashed through his mind and was quickly suppressed.

"I see......"

Orochimaru nodded thoughtfully, a knowing look on his face.

Huge consumption?

That's right.

It would be illogical for such power, comparable to that of gods, to be used without restriction.

"Since that's the case, then there's no need to rush."

Orochimaru smiled considerately, "It's not too late to discuss this interesting topic after you've thoroughly studied the principles behind those two swords, Sasuke-kun."

"Mmm," Sasuke responded softly.

Is it the principle of forging?

He glanced instinctively at the twin swords at his waist.

"Takemikazuchi" was the standard asabu I received at the Shinigami Academy, while "Indra" appeared out of nowhere.

To be honest, he had absolutely no idea how Zanpakuto was forged.

I believe that most of the Grim Reapers in that world are the same.

But if it were her, she might know some secrets about "sword forging".

After all, Yoruichi Shihouin was once the twenty-second head of one of the four great noble families of Soul Society.

Having figured this out, Sasuke stopped and squatted down in a relatively open space.

In the bewildered eyes of Orochimaru and Kabuto, he raised his right hand and lightly traced the tip of his index finger across his left thumb.

"The art of spirit communication."

A deep voice rang out.

Unlike his previous attempt where he was nearly drained of chakra, Sasuke's spiritual pressure was now vastly different, and he also had the Nine-Tails as a continuous source of chakra, so his face was relatively calm.

The chakra and spiritual power within his body were continuously poured into the magic circle beneath his feet.

Inside the sealed space.

"Roar--!!!"

Yin Jiuwei let out a mournful howl. It could clearly feel its chakra being frantically drained out of its body.

Although it wasn't much, it made him very unhappy.

"Damn it! You damned Uchiha!"

"Shut up." Sasuke's voice rang out, and at the same time, a huge black bolt of lightning descended from the sky. "Behave yourself and don't bother me."

The real world.

Sasuke stood there calmly, the hem of his clothes fluttering in the dissipating energy storm.

The enormous energy expenditure did not cause him any discomfort; on the contrary, he felt a sense of exhilaration from releasing his power.

Before him, the black curse mark made of blood spread rapidly across the ground like a living thing, eventually forming a stable and clear circular magic circle.

A flash of light.

When the enormous energy fluctuations finally subsided, a tall and agile figure appeared in the center of the magic array.

"here it is......"

Yoruichi Shihouin looked around somewhat blankly, her long purple hair dancing in the wind.

But when her gaze fell upon Sasuke's face, the confusion on her face instantly transformed into a dangerous smile.

"boom!"

A dull thud.

Yoruichi's figure vanished from the spot, and the instant she reappeared, her elbow slapped Sasuke's chest.

"..."

Sasuke swayed slightly as he looked at the beautiful face so close to his eyes and calmly raised them.

"what happened?"

"what happened?"

Yoruichi repeated those words, the curve of her lips becoming even more dangerous, and the hand gripping Sasuke's collar tightened.

“I said, my good student.”

Yoruichi was practically face-to-face with him, her golden cat eyes narrowed into slits, her voice clearly carrying a hint of settling scores later.

"You'd better explain yourself, how long have you been here, huh?"

"Only now do you remember your poor, abandoned teacher?!"

Orochimaru's snake-like eyes scanned back and forth between Yoruichi and Sasuke, his surprise almost palpable.

This purple-haired woman seems to hold a fairly good position in Sasuke's heart.

The reason he said this was because Orochimaru had no doubt that if he had been the one to slap Sasuke's chest just now, Sasuke would have cut off his entire arm without hesitation.

But this woman...

Not only did she do it, but the brat didn't seem to show any real aversion.

Seeing that Sasuke did not answer, Yoruichi pressed her body even closer, almost half of her body against Sasuke's, her warm breath carrying a faint fragrance, brushing against Sasuke's ear.

She complained in an almost coquettish tone, "You little rascal, you're so carefree and happy. Do you know how hard it was for me to wait for you all over there? I'm almost exhausted."

"is it?"

Sasuke felt the soft touch on his arm and pondered that time should have stopped flowing after he left that world.

Yoruichi and Sasuke both knew this, but Sasuke didn't expose the clumsy lie; he just kept arguing.

"You seem to be in good spirits."

Although Sasuke said that, his body did not resist her closeness, letting her lean against him.

This tacit approval made Yoruichi's smile even more delightful, but she also knew when to stop.

She straightened up gently, the smile in her eyes gradually replaced by concern.

"Seriously, what happened?"

Yoruichi asked directly, knowing Sasuke's personality; unless he encountered a truly difficult problem, he would never expend his power to summon her.

Sasuke glanced at her, then at Orochimaru not far away, remained silent for a moment, and finally spoke directly.

"How exactly are Zanpakuto forged?"

"what?"

Yoruichi was stunned. She almost thought she had misheard. She subconsciously pointed to the twin swords at Sasuke's waist, her face full of confusion.

Why are you asking this? Don't you already have two?

"hehe......"

Before Sasuke could answer, a hoarse chuckle rang out from the side.

"Miss Shihōin, please don't misunderstand." Orochimaru bowed slightly. "Strictly speaking, this request was made by me to Sasuke-kun."

"I hope that Sasuke-kun can create a Zanpakuto for me as well, so that I can study that power more deeply."

Yoruichi fell silent.

She looked at Orochimaru's pale face, then at Sasuke.

Although this kid is eccentric, he always acts with his own considerations. He probably wouldn't actually help this guy who doesn't look like a good person do anything bad, right?

Surely... no way?

Thinking about this, even she herself began to feel uncertain.

But Yoruichi decided to answer the question first.

"The method of creating it..." She pondered for a moment, "I do know a little about it."

"How do we create it?" Orochimaru immediately pressed, his voice filled with eager fervor.

Yoruichi glanced at him indifferently, then focused her gaze on Sasuke, her expression turning serious.

Before answering that question, I'd like to ask you something first.

Have you heard of the 'Zero Squad'?

"Squad Zero..."

Sasuke searched his memory for the name and finally nodded, "Royal agents who are above the Gotei 13, a total of five people."

"Oh?"

Yoruichi was slightly surprised by this answer; she had thought that Sasuke only knew of the existence of this squad.

But Orochimaru's face showed obvious confusion.

Gotei 13? Zero Division?

A name I've never heard of before. Does such a thing even exist in the ninja world?

Yoruichi was somewhat surprised by the source of Sasuke's information, but she did not investigate further.

She continued, "Then do you know what their duties are?"

"Guardian Spirit King".

This answer made Ye's eyes flash with a hint of approval.

She looked at Sasuke and then asked.

"So......"