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"Kaguya and Hyuga are also descendants of the Sage of Six Paths?" Orochimaru frowned in confusion.

"During the Warring States period, the Kaguya clan was also a ninja clan in the Land of Fire, but they were driven into the sea by other ninja clans. As for their ancestor... he was indeed not the Sage of Six Paths."

"He is the younger brother of the Sage of Six Paths."

"Hamura Otsutsuki!"

Chapter 176 The White Snake Immortal of the Dragon Cave with Ancestral Bloodline Reversion

Hagoromo Otsutsuki.

This name is almost unknown in the ninja world today. Even Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin and a top scientific researcher, knows almost nothing about it.

In fact, not only is Otsutsuki Hamura little known, but even the name of the Sage of Six Paths, Otsutsuki Hagoromo, is relatively unknown.

The title that will be passed down through the ages is always something like "Sage of Six Paths," not his real name.

Hmm, it gives off a vibe of someone who's done something wrong and is afraid of getting caught, so they use a fake name or alias to avoid trouble...

"The so-called Otsutsuki Hamura is the younger brother of the Sage of Six Paths, Otsutsuki Hagoromo. However, the Sage of Six Paths founded the Ninjutsu school, so his name was passed down through the Ninjutsu school. Otsutsuki Hamura went to the moon to protect the sealing stone statue, which is the thing that your Akatsuki leader can summon."

"Going to the moon?!"

Orochimaru was speechless, utterly shocked.

Even within Konoha, almost no one knows about this ancient secret. Even if someone does know it, they would probably only regard it as a myth or legend. So why does Minazuki Yoru know so much about it?

Oh, you've mastered the power of the soul, then everything's fine.

Who knows how many generations of ancestors Mizuki Yoru unearthed, and how many secrets of the ninja world he learned from them.

After all, for an existence capable of resurrecting the dead and even creating death gods, those souls that can be easily restricted even by the Impure World Reincarnation technique must have no secrets.

With just a few special tricks, the Fourth Mizukage can learn a great deal of secrets!

However, the idea of ​​the Sage of Six Paths' younger brother going to the moon is really beyond the imagination of ordinary people. Can a place like the moon really be a place where people can survive?

There's also Otsutsuki Hamura.

As the younger brother of the Sage of Six Paths, there are no legends about him circulating in the entire ninja world; all that exists is the Sage of Six Paths.

Does such a person really exist in this world? If so, what would he look like?

"Regarding Hamura Otsutsuki, there is no need to question whether he existed or not, or whether his trip to the moon was real."

Night got up and led Orochimaru aside. With just one glance, Orochimaru's gaze was fixed on the figure inside the huge glass jar.

It was a being with an extremely peculiar appearance, bearing a seven-tenths resemblance to a member of the Hyuga clan, yet fundamentally different.

Temperament, and the essence of life!

"Hamura Otsutsuki is the common ancestor of the Hyuga and Kaguya clans in the ninja world. After defeating the demons of the chaotic world together with the Sage of Six Paths, he divided his descendants in two. One part remained on the earth and became the later Hyuga and Kaguya clans, while the other part went to the moon with him and settled there."

"And this guy is a descendant of Hamura from the moon!"

Looking at the Otsutsuki Abandoned in the glass jar, Yoru calmly said, "Although they are all mixed-blood, there is no doubt that the bloodline concentration of the Otsutsuki on the moon is closer to that of Otsutsuki Hamura than that of the Hyuga and Kaguya clans. It is precisely because of this guy's existence that I have been able to know so many secrets and continue to study them."

Orochimaru swallowed hard, his doubts vanished, and he understood why Kirigakure's research progress had been so rapid.

This is a completely open-book exam. If you just copy the answers, how could anyone not understand it?

"So, what you're trying to do now is to use the power of the Hyuga clan, the Kaguya clan, and the Otsutsuki clan of the moon to attempt a bloodline reversion and recreate the power of the former Otsutsuki Hamura?"

Orochimaru licked his lips, his eyes burning with barely concealed fervor: "But you shouldn't have any connection with these three clans, right? You're a member of the Yuki clan, not the Kaguya clan."

"That's not a problem. The body I have is a modified bloodline fusion of Kaguya and Hyuga."

Night casually said, "I have used special methods to clone many copies, including the Senju version, the Uchiha version, the Kaguya version, and so on."

"There's no need to look so shocked. You're not a Shinigami yet, so you can't understand what I mean. When you become a Shinigami, you'll understand that the physical body is just a plug-and-play thing. Just like yourself, haven't you already started preparing to study that kind of technique?"

"……indeed."

Orochimaru's eyes flashed. He knew he would have no secrets from Mizuki Yoru, but he never expected that Mizuki Yoru would know so much about him.

He was only in the early stages of developing the technique of Reincarnation, and it had just been slightly improved. He never expected that it would be known to Mizuki Yoru.

"Alright, since you want to become a Shinigami, then show me your abilities first. If you can truly demonstrate your talent and abilities, then how about making you the captain of the 12th Division of Seireitei?"

"A squad leader, huh? What an enticing bargaining chip."

Orochimaru licked his lips: "I will begin researching bloodline atavism, but if I am the only one responsible for the research, the progress will not be very fast. I need qualified and talented assistants to cooperate with me in the research."

"Since you've managed to advance the research to this extent, Lord Mizukage must have many outstanding talents under your command. Would you mind letting me use them?"

"You can cooperate to some extent, as for the assistants..."

Ye paused for a moment, then said, "I suggest you use shadow clones. If you absolutely need an assistant, what do you think of your original disciple, Hongdou?"

"Red beans, huh?"

Orochimaru's lips twitched. To be honest, he was actually able to know Anko's current situation. The cursed seal contained his chakra, and as long as Anko activated the cursed seal, Orochimaru could sense the various situations within it.

That girl is definitely not cut out for experiments or scientific research!

"Forget about my foolish disciple... But Lord Mizukage, I must remind you. Some of your subordinates might be very interested in my cursed seal, or rather, natural energy." Orochimaru chuckled evilly, "I hope you'll keep that in mind, otherwise blindly pursuing power might lead to some very bad things."

"Don't worry, I've already started making arrangements for natural energy and such."

Yoru didn't notice Orochimaru's surprised look: "But since you've mentioned natural energy, I'm also quite interested in Ryuchi Cave."

"The three sacred sites are Ryuchi Cave, Mount Myoboku, and Shikkotsu Forest. It is said that the giant toad on Mount Myoboku even gave me a prophecy, describing me as a rather extraordinary and extremely evil guy."

"So, could you take me to Ryuchi Cave, Orochimaru?"

"You really are..."

……

While Yoru and Orochimaru were heading to Ryuchi Cave, Yoru, who was a shadow clone in the Mizukage's office, had the office door pushed open by Ringo Ameyuri, who had a serious expression on her face.

"Lord Ye, I have something important to report!"

"The cursed seal on Anko's body sensed Orochimaru's presence, so it's highly likely that Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin, has already infiltrated the village..."

"Your vigilance is commendable, but I have just met with Orochimaru, so there's no need to be so tense."

Night gently leaned back in the Water Shadow Chair, looking at the elite she had personally selected for the First Squad: "But Yuri... you seem to have some interest in Anko's cursed seal."

"what?"

Ringo Yuri was taken aback, then stammered, unsure of what to say for a moment.

She came here to report on Orochimaru's situation to Yoru. Although Kirigakure is currently very powerful, allowing one of the Sannin to infiltrate at will would inevitably cause some unnecessary trouble.

But Ye already knew... It makes sense, given the current state of Kirigakure's defenses, how could anyone possibly break in?

"I'm sorry, Lord Ye, I just..."

"The power of the cursed seal is to seal natural abilities within it using special techniques, thereby enabling people to quickly master natural energy. It's a 'low-level version of Sage Mode.'" Yoru interrupted Ringo Ameyuri's voice and said softly, "While this power is good, the risks involved are quite high, as Anko should be well aware of."

"Moreover, the current cursed seal is not yet perfected, and the power amplification is far less than that of Sage Mode. Even if you succeed, you probably won't be able to grow to the level of Full Moon or Kisame."

Yuri bit her lip lightly: "Lord Ye, I..."

"So I've chosen a completely new path for you."

"Wha, what?!"

Yuri, who was gathering her emotions and feeling down, froze on the spot, then looked up at the night with disbelief.

Ye smiled and took a scroll from under Shuiying's desk, placing it in front of Yuyuri.

"There are three sacred lands in the ninja world: Mount Myōboku, Shikkotsu Forest, and Ryūchi Cave. Through the inheritance of these sacred lands, one can master the power of the Sage."

"However, all three inheritances are in Konoha. Even if I have the ability to obtain them, given my reputation, the sages in those three holy lands probably won't treat me very well."

"But it doesn't matter. Besides the three sacred lands, I have found the fourth sacred land in the ninja world, Shadow Island where the Shadow Sage resides!"

"Darkness, Shadow Isles?"

Yu Yuli was a little confused. She had never heard of this Fourth Holy Land before.

Despite her confusion, Yu Yuli subconsciously thought that she lacked knowledge. After all, how could a holy land immortal who could be recognized by Lord Ye have any problems?

"That's right. And this scroll contains the Shadow Isles Heritage Scroll. You can sign it to gain the Shadow Isles' recognition, thereby summoning Shadow Isles creatures or performing reverse summoning to enter the Shadow Isles."

Ye paused slightly: "Speaking of which, I also signed the Shadow Isles' legacy."

"Lord Lianye, you too..."

Yu Yuli's eyes lit up immediately, and she hurriedly ran forward, carefully opening the scroll as if she had seen some treasure.

Sure enough, the four characters "水无月夜" (Water Without Moonlit Night) on it were written in a vigorous and powerful style, penetrating the paper!

"Lord Ye, can I...can I do it too?!"

Sign the same spiritual contract with Lord Ye and enter the same sacred land to receive guidance from the immortal!

For Yuri, this was nothing short of a divine blessing and a great favor!

Ye Dan smiled and said, "What, don't you want it?"

"Yes! Of course I want it!"

Yuri quickly bit her finger open and wrote her name, 'Rin-O-Yuri', directly on it.

With a casual wave of his hand, Ye casually placed the scroll in his hand.

"Next, you can use Reverse Spirit Communication to go to Shadow Isles and find the Shadow Immortal." Looking at Yu Youli, who was somewhat excited, Ye Dan smiled and said, "However, Shadow Isles is a little different from the three holy lands, including the cultivation methods. But you will need to understand and master the specifics yourself."

"Of course, I believe that with your abilities, none of that will be a problem."

"Yes! I certainly won't let you down, Lord Ye!"

With a serious expression, Yu Yuli spoke with unwavering conviction, forming hand seals as she transformed into a wisp of white smoke and vanished from the spot.

Night tossed the scroll in his hand and suddenly tossed it to the Dark Guard beside him.

"Have all the members of the Dark Division sign this."

"Yes, Mizukage-sama!"

……

Using the Reverse Summoning Technique, at the moment Orochimaru brought Yoru into Ryuchi Cave.

Sitting cross-legged on his throne, looking drowsy like a giant toad immortal, the White Snake Immortal suddenly opened his eyes, revealing a strange expression.

Serving the White Snake Immortal, a beautiful young girl with long green hair and a golden crown looked on with curiosity. She hadn't seen the White Snake Immortal like this in a long time.

"What happened, White Snake Sage?"

"Orochimaru has brought a very special guy with him." The White Snake Sage slowly raised his massive, mountain-like body and said in a very enthusiastic voice, "Go, Princess Tashin, all three of you go and bring Orochimaru and that guy over with you."

"A very special guy..."

This comment intensified the curiosity in the eyes of the goddess Tianxin beside her.

The White Snake Sage is one of the most powerful beings in the ninja world, an undisputed sage. Very few people can catch his eye.

Over the years, only Orochimaru has managed to gain his approval, but unfortunately Orochimaru does not possess the ability to cultivate Sage Mode.

The three immortal subordinates obeyed the White Snake Immortal's orders and headed outwards.

After the three had all left, the sage, who had survived since the time of Kaguya and whose cultivation was in no way inferior to that of the Great Toad Sage, took a deep drag on his pipe and narrowed his eyes.

"The ruler who controls souls, while building his own invisible empire in the ninja world, has actually come here to me..."

"This immortal is quite curious about your purpose. Oh well, it doesn't matter. Since you've made that old toad so unhappy, then I'll enjoy watching you do just that."

Chapter 177 Night: "My bargaining chip is something you can neither refuse nor must refuse."

The overall situation of Ryuchi Cave is similar to Mount Myoboku in the original work, except that the environment is more like a damp and cold mountain forest where snakes live, and stalactites are everywhere.

Upon entering, Ye immediately understood why this place was hailed as one of the three holy lands. It wasn't just because of the White Snake Immortal, but also because the concentration of natural energy in the entire Wet Bone Forest was extraordinary!

In the original story, the prince cultivated Sage Mode on Mount Myōboku, gathering the power of nature and easily entering a sage state. However, in the outside world, it would take a long time to gather the energy, which shows the difference in the concentration of natural energy between the two.

"If you stay in a place like this for too long, even a pig could probably fly."

Ye Xu grasped at the air, as if he were holding streams of powerful natural energy in his hands.

However, compared to the three holy lands, Shadow Isles is not inferior, because the Dragon Vein Chakra was placed in Shadow Isles.