Naruto: Starting with the Two Kamui

"Oh? What is it?"

Lin Yu's eyes, hidden beneath the mask, deepened: "Immortal Techniques."

click!

The moment he heard those two words, Orochimaru's vertical pupils snapped open!

Chapter 112 The Feathered Emperor Asks About Immortality!

Sage Mode allows the user to absorb vast amounts of natural energy to empower themselves and refine Sage Chakra, significantly enhancing the power of their taijutsu, ninjutsu, and genjutsu.

Immortal arts, as the name suggests, are techniques used in Immortal mode!

Since he couldn't obtain the Eternal Mangekyou Sharingan for the time being, Lin Yu certainly wouldn't miss out on other elements that could greatly enhance his strength. Powerful Sage Power was undoubtedly the best choice!

In this world, there are many different kinds of Sage Techniques: the Sage Techniques of Mount Myōboku, the Sage Techniques of Ryūchi Cave, the Sage Techniques of Shikkotsu Forest, the Wood Release Sage Techniques of Hashirama Senju, the Six Paths Sage Techniques...

The Six Paths Immortal Technique is currently too far out of reach.

As for Wood Release: Sage Mode... according to Orochimaru, it was a power that the God of Shinobi, Hashirama Senju, acquired after he turned thirty.

The method of learning it is still unknown, but only by tempering the power of Hashirama's body to the extreme can one touch this enormous power (Madara once forcibly absorbed Hashirama's Sage Mode, but was unable to enter Sage Mode on his own)!

Therefore, the immortal techniques that Lin Yu can choose are those from the three holy lands. After learning them, he can not only greatly improve his strength, but also lay a good foundation for learning Wood Release and Six Paths Immortal Techniques in the future.

To cultivate immortal arts, one must enter these three sacred lands and gain the approval of the immortals before they can impart their knowledge.

However, the Great Toad Sage of Mount Myōboku and the Slug Sage of Shikkotsu Forest would probably not approve of Lin Yu allowing him to dabble in their sage techniques.

Because Jiraiya and Tsunade, the three legendary ninjas who are closely related to these two families, are enemies of Lin Yu!

The only option left was the immortal clan behind Orochimaru, one of the Three Legendary Sannin—Ryuchi Cave!

Lin Yu turned to look at Orochimaru, who was still in shock: "Orochimaru, I know that you have been researching a power called 'Cursed Seal' for many years. The 'original' of the Cursed Seal is Tenpei Jugo, but its essence is the power of the Sage from Ryuchi Cave!"

Orochimaru sighed, "Yu-kun, you truly know everything about me. You even understand the essence of the cursed seal's power perfectly. I only discovered this shortly before meeting you..."

Lin Yu stared intently: "Then, you've found Dragon Cave?"

Orochimaru chuckled, "Yes, I found it, but I haven't gotten involved yet. Hmph... The reason I was so polite to Manda was that I hoped it would give me a special favor, but I later discovered that Manda's seniority in Ryuchi Cave is really nothing special. It's not even as popular as Jiraiya's Gamabunta in Myōboku!"

Lin Yu made a surprising statement: "Orochimaru, would you like to come with me to Ryuchi Cave and learn the White Snake Sage Technique?"

Orochimaru learning Sage Mode wouldn't harm Lin Yu at all, because Sage Mode is essentially an enhancement of ninjutsu, and the many ninjutsu Orochimaru controls are indispensable to Lin Yu.

"This..." Even Orochimaru hesitated upon hearing this, but the light flashing in his vertical pupils showed his excitement: "Of course I would love to, but even if I get to Ryuchi Cave, I probably won't be able to perfectly master the White Snake Sage Technique, because my body is limited and cannot withstand too much Sage power..."

Lin Yu said, "That's easy. Aren't you the best at cell modification technology? You can just transplant first-generation cells into yourself, right?"

"I've tried this before, but unfortunately, I can't control the cells of the first generation... unless it's White Zetsu, but Yu-jun probably won't let me do it to them."

This is one of Orochimaru's few weaknesses. Often, the truths and achievements he painstakingly researched benefit others, but he himself is unable to enjoy them.

Bai Jue is Lin Yu's partner, so of course he can't be sacrificed again.

Lin Yu then asked, "If I give you a drop of my blood, what will happen if you use that forbidden technique from before?"

"By blood? That might work... But genetically, I would become your brother, Yu-kun. Don't you mind?" Orochimaru asked.

"Mind? Why should I mind, Orochimaru? I think you have the right to."

"Could you give me a little time to think about it?"

"Can……"

"I will give you an answer as soon as it is light."

Orochimaru returned to his laboratory, sat down, rested his chin on his hand, and stared intently at the candlelight with his deep, vertical pupils, remaining motionless for the entire night.

Lin Yu waited quietly at the door.

At dawn, Orochimaru emerged and said in a serious tone, "Yu-kun, I've thought it over. However, there's quite a bit of an age gap between us. It wouldn't be appropriate for you to call me 'little brother,' and it would feel awkward if you called me 'older brother'... So, everything will remain the same as before. If you think it's appropriate, then I have no objection."

Lin Yu laughed and said, "Have you been thinking about this all night?"

Orochimaru said, "Hmm~ This is a very important question, as it relates to our future relationship. It's best to decide on it from the beginning."

Lin Yu said, "You are not the older brother, and I am not the younger brother. I am still your Yu-jun, and you are still my Orochimaru..."

Orochimaru laughed, "That's good!"

"Let's begin." Lin Yu rolled up his sleeves and stretched out his arms.

Orochimaru took out a syringe, drew a drop of blood from Lin Yu, injected it into himself, and then formed hand seals.

Forbidden Technique: Blood Transfer!

"Ugh!!!" Orochimaru's face immediately contorted in pain and rage.

Explosion! Explosion! Explosion! Due to the rejection reaction, multiple parts of his body exploded, and blood splattered out. But he was, after all, a Kage-level figure, and he quickly pulled through.

Hissing and hissing... As the hot smoke rose and his wounds healed, he knew that he and Lin Yu had become brothers, genetically and without question.

"This way, our relationship will be even closer." Lin Yu smiled and patted Orochimaru on the shoulder.

"Hmph, it's my honor..." Orochimaru laughed.

"When will the plan to resurrect the deceased begin?" Orochimaru asked.

"There's no rush. Collecting the life essence of powerful beings is a long-term endeavor anyway..." Lin Yu said.

"About this..." Orochimaru hesitated, then said: Never mind, I'll tell Yu-kun later.

"how?"

"It's nothing. I'll prepare when we set off for Ryuchi-dong."

"How long does it take to cultivate immortal techniques?"

"It varies from person to person. As for Lord Yu, as long as he can get to the destination, it won't take too long..."

"You mean to say that more important than how long it takes is whether we can get there alive, right?"

"Yes... After all, Ryuchi Cave is the most dangerous of the three holy lands. Since ancient times, very few have been able to return after completing their studies; they have all become food for the White Snake Sage." Orochimaru didn't seem to be exaggerating.

"Hmph." Lin Yu remained noncommittal: "We'll set off after the New Year. We'll need a little time to make arrangements here in the village..."

"Alright, Yu-kun, I'll be waiting here in vain~" Orochimaru said with a smile.

Chapter 113 Departure, Ryūchi Cave!

As dawn broke, the Konoha group embarked on their journey home.

Kurenai Yuhi stood in the wind, her beautiful eyes gazing back at Ankuin Village with a complex expression.

"Red, what's wrong? Did you leave something at the hotel?" Asuma asked.

Hong didn't answer. After a long while, she withdrew her gaze and walked ahead alone, her figure seemingly fading into the distance from the others...

Hidden Village, Finance Office.

Kakuzu is reviewing the village's financial budget for the New Year period.

His dark green eyes held a meticulous indifference: "Not approved!"

"This is the village's first New Year's Eve, so we should make it a grand affair! At least with fireworks..."

"Just have Shadow use a Fire Release technique! I said no, and that means no!"

The person in charge got angry: "Hey, I'm telling you, you're just an accountant!!!"

*Crack!* The Earth Grudge Fear activated, its long black tentacles lifting the man up. Kakuzu coldly asked, "Do you want to die?"

"What, what are you going to do..."

"Kakuzu, don't kill anyone." Lin Yu, dressed in plain clothes, walked in.

"Lord Shadow, save me!"

"Hmph!" The general threw the man to the ground.

Lin Yu took out his own money and handed it to the man, saying, "Buy some good fireworks. Do everything else as Director Kakuzu says. Also, remember, Director Kakuzu has more say in the village's finances than I do as a shadow."

"Yes! Yes! Thank you, Lord Shadow!" The man left, expressing his gratitude profusely.

“Lord Shadow, what a rare guest! I thought you had long forgotten me…” Kakuzu said.

"Don't say that. Although we have different roles, you're still a reliable subordinate of mine. I've heard that under your management, the finances of our Shadow Village have increased by a full 50%..."

Lin Yu smiled, sat down on a chair to the side, looked at the expired tea leaves on the table, and said, "Kakuzu, why don't you get a sofa and some better tea?"

"I don't want to waste money on such trivial matters."

"Making money is good, but you should also enjoy life when it's time to enjoy it. You're almost eighty, aren't you? Have you ever been married?"

After a long silence, Kakuzu said, "I once had a child..."

"Oh, sorry."

"It doesn't matter. Apart from age and wealth, everything else is external, or rather, time will turn them into external things. You came to see me, surely not just for idle chatter?"

Lin Yu said, "Yes, I was afraid you would be lonely, so I found you a companion."

"Oh? He's alive? Then he should die soon."

"Unfortunately, I brought you an immortal bastard."

Whoosh! A Kamui vortex appeared, Hidan's body lay horizontally on the ground, and then his head rolled to Kakuzu's feet.

"This is already death..."

"Liars, you're all liars!! I'm going to bite you all to death!!" the head suddenly howled.

"Hmm?" Kakuzu stared at his head for a moment, then looked at Lin Yu in surprise.

"Hmm~" Lin Yu shrugged.

"..." Kakuzu bent down and lifted his head.

Hidan's eyes were bloodshot; the events of the past few days had changed his personality: "You old bastard, what are you looking at? Put my head down right now!!"

Kakuzu said, "Indeed, as you said, he's an immortal bastard..."

Lin Yu said seriously, "Don't underestimate him. His abilities are extraordinary. He's a product of a ritual from some evil cult. Theoretically, if he obtains his blood, he could kill anyone..."