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Chapter 871: Grand and Vigorous!
Within Konohagakure, where the air was filled with a chilling Killing Intent.
Just as Shimura Danzō appeared in the Hokage's Office, Orochimaru, on the other hand, found Minato Namikaze who was hospitalized.
This was a relatively luxurious single room in the Hospital.
It was quiet, tidy, with a faint floral scent, and all expenses were covered by Konoha.
Originally, Kushina was also here.
But when she saw that Orochimaru had important matters to discuss with Minato, she voluntarily went out to wait on a chair outside The Gate.
However, her Mind was constantly paying attention to the Commotion inside.
Every time Kushina faced Orochimaru, she felt uneasy, and with Minato's legs currently crippled, he needed even more careful treatment.
Inside the Hospital Room, Orochimaru truly had no Malice.
Upon arriving, he first examined the Wounds on Minato Namikaze's legs.
Although his Medical Skill was not as formidable as Tsunade's, it was still significantly better than most Physicians in this Hidden Leaf Hospital.
Furthermore, his perspective on treatment was not limited to Medicine; it also involved Biotechnology and various Ninjutsu and Secret Techniques that he was skilled in.
"Minato, although I don't know what method Tsunade will use, if I were to treat you, I can only think of two Methods right now."
Orochimaru spoke his thoughts with a Smile on his face.
"One is to amputate the damaged parts, and then use the immature Cloning Technology I've recently Researched to Clone two legs for you and then suture them on."
"The Benefits are that it's quick, but the downside is that the Risk is relatively high. How about it, do you want to give it a try?"
Minato Namikaze, leaning back on the Hospital Bed, stiffened at these words. He awkwardly scratched the golden hair on the back of his head and refused:
"Uh, Lord Orochimaru, can I hear the second Method? I'd rather not cut off my legs and feet..."
Orochimaru didn't seem surprised either.
"Hehehe, that's a shame. The second Method is to attempt to inject a large amount of Life Energy into your legs to restore the vitality of the shriveled Flesh and Blood Cells."
"As for the somewhat shattered Calf Bone at the ends, we'll just have to wait for Tsunade to come and handle it."
Minato Namikaze felt a sense of relief upon hearing this, and at the same time, he showed an extremely Sunlight Smile.
"This Method sounds much more reassuring, Lord Orochimaru."
"But the question is how to inject Life Energy into you." Orochimaru looked calmly at the other party and continued, "I also have two ideas regarding this."
"Mm, please tell me."
Minato Namikaze replied hesitantly, worried that Orochimaru would say something outrageous again.
"One requires you to find a Method to learn the Akimichi Clan's Partial Expansion Jutsu."
"Based on my speculation, their Multi-Size Technique should involve converting the fat within their Body into Yang Release Chakra when needed, and using this to Control the Physique. Yang Release Chakra happens to be the Human Body's Life Energy."
As expected!
Minato Namikaze's face was lined with Black Lines.
Putting aside how Orochimaru could Research the Akimichi Clan's Secret Technique, how could he possibly get them to teach him their Secret Technique?
They are called Secret Techniques for a reason!
"Ah, Lord Orochimaru, please tell me the second idea instead."
Minato Namikaze truly didn't see any possibility in that.
Which Ninja Clan doesn't treat their own Secret Technique as the most Core Confidential information?
"Actually, I can get the Akimichi Secret Technique for you. Do you want to Consider it?"
Orochimaru tempted him meaningfully, but Minato Namikaze still shook his head firmly and refused: "No, I will never learn any clan's Secret Technique without permission!"
This caused the former to feel regret in his Heart.
He had originally thought of using this to gain leverage over Minato, so he could use it when needed in the Future.
But just then, Minato Namikaze suddenly asked in return: "Lord Orochimaru, you're going to such Effort for me, you must have something you need from me, right?"
"Hehehehe, I'll first talk about the second idea, and then tell you what I need."
Orochimaru spoke Un hurried, following his own Pace. Seeing this, Minato Namikaze could only nod and ask, "Then please tell me."
"I have some First Hokage Cells that still retain their vitality. Through Experiment and Research, I've discovered that these Cells contain extremely powerful Life Force. I think they should be helpful for your feet."
"Ah?"
Minato Namikaze's face showed an Expression of disbelief after hearing this. "Didn't the First Hokage pass away decades ago?"
"You just need to know the general idea of this Matter. How about it, do you want to make a Transaction with me?" Orochimaru smiled.
"Wait a minute."
Minato Namikaze frowned. "Regardless of whether the First Hokage's Cells are still around, this shouldn't be something that can be traded without permission, right?"
"Don't worry, Minato. I have the Qualification to give it to you, and you also have the Qualification to receive it. Sarutobi won't have any problems with it."
Orochimaru was truly putting in Effort to persuade the other party.
The Life Force of these First Hokage Cells seemed too Strong. Whether it was an Adult, a Young Man, or even an infant, none have been able to adapt to them so far.
Seeing that Minato's legs had their Life Force drained, he thought of giving it a try.
As for any potential Accidents that might occur, that wouldn't be his concern. He never said it would be 100% successful.
"No, I still hope to ask the Third Hokage about this."
Minato Namikaze had his own persistence. After a pause, he added, "However, Lord Orochimaru, if there's anything you need my help with, please speak frankly. If it's something I can do, I will definitely do my best. There's no need for any Transaction."
Orochimaru was silent for a long time, and finally spoke his Mind.
"In your Intelligence analysis of that Aramaki, you mentioned that the opponent seemed to be deliberately avoiding your Sage Art: Great Ball Rasengan, right?"
"Yes!"
Speaking of this, Minato Namikaze recalled and said seriously:
"Although the process was very brief, when I used Sage Art: Great Ball Rasengan to attack, the opponent's Gaze and movements did show a strange Reaction."
"After this Reaction, the opponent no longer faced our attacks head-on like before. Instead, they withdrew and actively avoided them."
Orochimaru nodded: "So Sage Mode Chakra could be one of the Means they Scruple."
"One of?"
Minato Namikaze keenly noticed the key point and asked doubtfully, "Did you discover anything else?"
"A few things."
"I've read the Reports from Nara Shikaku and Yamanaka Inoichi."
Orochimaru stroked his Chin, thoughtfully recounting his analysis.
"The former's Report mentioned that although the Shadow Imitation Technique was later released by Aramaki using an unknown Ability, when Nara Shikaku first made contact with the opponent's Shadow, he was certain that the opponent's Body showed a clear, brief stiffness."
"This indicates that the Ninjutsu Effect wasn't completely useless; it could just be dispelled by the opponent."
"And the latter's Report mentioned that when he used the Mind Transfer Technique, he clearly 'saw' a hard Wall in the opponent's Mindscape."
"So, can we assume that if the Impact Force is strong enough, it's entirely possible to break through the opponent's Mental Wall?"
"Furthermore, I specifically went to the Yamanaka Clan yesterday to ask for some Details. Yamanaka Inoichi said that the Mental Wall wasn't completely sealed off; the wall surface also had certain gaps and Holes."
"So, is it possible that as long as one has sufficient Control Ability over Mental Power, which is Yin Release, they can also penetrate the Mental Wall and affect the Consciousness within the Mind?"
"Finally, combining the above points of Doubt, whether it's the Shadow Imitation Technique, Mind Transfer Technique, or Genjutsu, it can basically be confirmed that Yin Release Chakra can theoretically contend with that Aramaki!"
Minato Namikaze was secretly astonished by Orochimaru's lengthy discourse.
Even though the other party didn't participate in the previous Combat, they could think of so much just based on the written Reports afterward and a few lines of Dialogue from the people involved.
Crucially, it sounded logical and well-founded; he couldn't find any major problems with it.
"Given that there is no further Intelligence besides this, we can only prepare around these two points."
Orochimaru looked out the window, his Gaze seemingly like a Byakugan, piercing through layers of Buildings and Walls to look towards the West of Konohagakure.
"One is to gather more Ninja skilled in using Yin Release Chakra, such as the Nara Clan, Uchiha Clan, Kurama Clan, and all Genjutsu Users."
His idea was that if ten Nara Clan Ninja weren't enough, then twenty, or thirty.
At the same time, he wanted the Ninja Clans and Ninja skilled in Genjutsu to collectively Research Genjutsu that could penetrate the Mental Wall.
Orochimaru was now filled with intense Curiosity and Interest due to the various mysteries surrounding Aramaki and the two Weapons he couldn't understand at all.
He wanted to use the people of Konoha as Chess Pieces to verify whether his ideas were correct.
Ideally, he wanted to Capture Aramaki Alive.
Therefore, he had already informed Hiruzen Sarutobi and Jiraiya of these ideas.
"The second is for you and Jiraiya to learn Sage Jutsu."
Speaking of this, Orochimaru's Gaze returned to Minato Namikaze.
Aramaki's Strength, along with the severed connection to Ryūchi Cave and Mount Myōboku, created a sense of urgency in his Heart.
Although he could withdraw at any time, just in case, he felt he should first find a Method to learn Sage Mode or obtain the Method for Cultivating Sage Jutsu.
This way, he would have an extra layer of insurance no matter what happened in the Future.
Speaking of which.
The current Orochimaru had not yet developed flaws in his Soul and Spirit due to performing Living Corpse Reincarnation, so he could fully learn Sage Mode.
It was just a pity that he currently didn't have the Conditions to learn the Sage Mode of Ryūchi Cave.
However, if possible, he hoped to learn from the Cultivation Method of Mount Myōboku's Sage Mode and Research the Sage Mode most suitable for himself.
In fact, Orochimaru had always looked down on Jiraiya's Sage Mode before.
Besides seeing that it took Jiraiya twelve whole years to learn a clearly incomplete Sage Mode.
It was also because entering Sage Mode required remaining completely still for a long time, which he considered too much of a hindrance.
It wasn't until he met Jugo in the Future that he began to Research 'Seal'.
"I see, you want to learn Sage Mode..."
Minato Namikaze fell into Thought. If he hadn't heard Orochimaru's previous words, he would have probably refused the other party outright, but now he was somewhat hesitant.
"Lord Orochimaru, there are three problems with Sage Mode."
"One is that the Risk of Cultivation is very high; one can turn to Petrification and die if not careful. Also, the Time required for Cultivation is very long; even if you start now, you won't make it for the upcoming Combat."
"Finally, this is after all Mount Myōboku's Cultivation Method; it cannot be passed on to others without permission, and I don't have Toad Oil on hand..."
Orochimaru naturally knew all this.
Jiraiya had mentioned these things a few times in front of him and Tsunade as something to show off.
"The first isn't a problem. Since even that Idiot Jiraiya can learn it, I have nothing to worry about."
"And it doesn't matter if there's not enough Time. With Sarutobi and the others, one Aramaki won't be able to destroy our Konohagakure, don't you think?"
Orochimaru smiled.
"Yes, I also believe everyone will definitely be able to protect Konohagakure well."
Minato Namikaze nodded heavily, his Gaze showing a determined Expression, but then he heard Orochimaru say:
"Then if I can learn Sage Mode as quickly as possible, it should help protect Konoha better, right?"
"Of course."
Minato Namikaze nodded: "With Lord Orochimaru's Strength, if you also get the Improvement of Sage Mode, you will definitely become a huge Combat Power for Konoha..."
He had already understood the other party's meaning.
Inside the Hospital Room, as Minato fell into Thought, it became quiet. Orochimaru wasn't in a hurry and waited silently beside him.
The reason he didn't ask Jiraiya was because he was too Familiar with that guy.
If it were Jiraiya, no matter what he said, he wouldn't agree. That was an Idiot who regarded Mount Myōboku as sacred.
But this Minato Namikaze was different.
He only had Respect for Mount Myōboku at most; Konohagakure was his first priority in his Heart.
"Okay, I will give you the Cultivation Method for Sage Mode!"
As expected, Minato Namikaze agreed.
Actually, if he could contact Mount Myōboku, he would definitely Summon a Toad first to ask.
But since Mount Myōboku was currently unreachable unilaterally, he could only act according to the urgency of the Situation.
He even started to hope that the Third Hokage could also learn Sage Mode now.
Of course.
Minato Namikaze also knew that the possibility wasn't high, at least he definitely wouldn't make it for the upcoming Combat, but it would be a good thing if he learned it later.
"Then thank you very much."
Obtaining the Sage Mode Cultivation Method, while pleasing, wasn't enough to make Orochimaru lose composure and act like he was in Delight.
"Regarding the First Hokage Cells Matter, please Consider it again..."
But just as he was about to persuade him a little more, the Hospital Room door was suddenly pushed open forcefully.
"Lord Orochimaru, Minato Namikaze, this is the S-Rank Classified Document that Lord Hokage ordered me to deliver!"
An Anbu Ninja walked in holding an archive bag.
After he handed the two Letter-sized Documents from the archive bag to the two, he stood silently by The Gate, watching.
Because such S-Rank Classified Documents needed to be burned in front of them, or by their Anbu hands, after being read.
So Orochimaru and Minato Namikaze didn't pay attention to his Gaze. They each opened the Documents and quickly read them.
But as they read, their Expressions were almost identical.
Shock, Shock, and more Shock!
Even Orochimaru, who usually had a calm Expression, couldn't maintain it, because his Worldview was being violently Impacted...
At the same time.
About fifty kilometers West of Konohagakure, a Giant Wooden Ox, nearly seventy to eighty meters in Height, was walking through the vast Sea of Trees.
Every time it stepped, it caused the Ground in an entire Zone to crack and Trees to break.
At the same time, a violent Rumble sounded, causing large numbers of Birds and Wild Beasts to flee in Panic-stricken madness.
"Huh?"
At this moment, Aramaki, standing on top of the ox's head, looked ahead and found that there was no green within about ten kilometers.
On the bare, vast Land, he could see many simple Houses that were clearly temporarily Constructed, as well as countless dense Black Dots like Ants...
"What a grand Situation, are they here to welcome me?"
Aramaki spread his arms and laughed heartily, facing the Gale that blew towards him.
At this moment.
Perhaps due to the blowing of the Strong Wind, or perhaps due to the surging Aura from his Body.
His curly black hair and the Black Justice Coat on his Body.
Began to flutter violently up and down, flapping loudly.
"Then come! Come! Come! Let's have a spectacular fight!"
"The Military Merit for ascending to the Admiral Position should be this grand and vigorous, lahahahahaha!"
(End of Chapter)
Within Konohagakure, where the air was filled with a chilling Killing Intent.
Just as Shimura Danzō appeared in the Hokage's Office, Orochimaru, on the other hand, found Minato Namikaze who was hospitalized.
This was a relatively luxurious single room in the Hospital.
It was quiet, tidy, with a faint floral scent, and all expenses were covered by Konoha.
Originally, Kushina was also here.
But when she saw that Orochimaru had important matters to discuss with Minato, she voluntarily went out to wait on a chair outside The Gate.
However, her Mind was constantly paying attention to the Commotion inside.
Every time Kushina faced Orochimaru, she felt uneasy, and with Minato's legs currently crippled, he needed even more careful treatment.
Inside the Hospital Room, Orochimaru truly had no Malice.
Upon arriving, he first examined the Wounds on Minato Namikaze's legs.
Although his Medical Skill was not as formidable as Tsunade's, it was still significantly better than most Physicians in this Hidden Leaf Hospital.
Furthermore, his perspective on treatment was not limited to Medicine; it also involved Biotechnology and various Ninjutsu and Secret Techniques that he was skilled in.
"Minato, although I don't know what method Tsunade will use, if I were to treat you, I can only think of two Methods right now."
Orochimaru spoke his thoughts with a Smile on his face.
"One is to amputate the damaged parts, and then use the immature Cloning Technology I've recently Researched to Clone two legs for you and then suture them on."
"The Benefits are that it's quick, but the downside is that the Risk is relatively high. How about it, do you want to give it a try?"
Minato Namikaze, leaning back on the Hospital Bed, stiffened at these words. He awkwardly scratched the golden hair on the back of his head and refused:
"Uh, Lord Orochimaru, can I hear the second Method? I'd rather not cut off my legs and feet..."
Orochimaru didn't seem surprised either.
"Hehehe, that's a shame. The second Method is to attempt to inject a large amount of Life Energy into your legs to restore the vitality of the shriveled Flesh and Blood Cells."
"As for the somewhat shattered Calf Bone at the ends, we'll just have to wait for Tsunade to come and handle it."
Minato Namikaze felt a sense of relief upon hearing this, and at the same time, he showed an extremely Sunlight Smile.
"This Method sounds much more reassuring, Lord Orochimaru."
"But the question is how to inject Life Energy into you." Orochimaru looked calmly at the other party and continued, "I also have two ideas regarding this."
"Mm, please tell me."
Minato Namikaze replied hesitantly, worried that Orochimaru would say something outrageous again.
"One requires you to find a Method to learn the Akimichi Clan's Partial Expansion Jutsu."
"Based on my speculation, their Multi-Size Technique should involve converting the fat within their Body into Yang Release Chakra when needed, and using this to Control the Physique. Yang Release Chakra happens to be the Human Body's Life Energy."
As expected!
Minato Namikaze's face was lined with Black Lines.
Putting aside how Orochimaru could Research the Akimichi Clan's Secret Technique, how could he possibly get them to teach him their Secret Technique?
They are called Secret Techniques for a reason!
"Ah, Lord Orochimaru, please tell me the second idea instead."
Minato Namikaze truly didn't see any possibility in that.
Which Ninja Clan doesn't treat their own Secret Technique as the most Core Confidential information?
"Actually, I can get the Akimichi Secret Technique for you. Do you want to Consider it?"
Orochimaru tempted him meaningfully, but Minato Namikaze still shook his head firmly and refused: "No, I will never learn any clan's Secret Technique without permission!"
This caused the former to feel regret in his Heart.
He had originally thought of using this to gain leverage over Minato, so he could use it when needed in the Future.
But just then, Minato Namikaze suddenly asked in return: "Lord Orochimaru, you're going to such Effort for me, you must have something you need from me, right?"
"Hehehehe, I'll first talk about the second idea, and then tell you what I need."
Orochimaru spoke Un hurried, following his own Pace. Seeing this, Minato Namikaze could only nod and ask, "Then please tell me."
"I have some First Hokage Cells that still retain their vitality. Through Experiment and Research, I've discovered that these Cells contain extremely powerful Life Force. I think they should be helpful for your feet."
"Ah?"
Minato Namikaze's face showed an Expression of disbelief after hearing this. "Didn't the First Hokage pass away decades ago?"
"You just need to know the general idea of this Matter. How about it, do you want to make a Transaction with me?" Orochimaru smiled.
"Wait a minute."
Minato Namikaze frowned. "Regardless of whether the First Hokage's Cells are still around, this shouldn't be something that can be traded without permission, right?"
"Don't worry, Minato. I have the Qualification to give it to you, and you also have the Qualification to receive it. Sarutobi won't have any problems with it."
Orochimaru was truly putting in Effort to persuade the other party.
The Life Force of these First Hokage Cells seemed too Strong. Whether it was an Adult, a Young Man, or even an infant, none have been able to adapt to them so far.
Seeing that Minato's legs had their Life Force drained, he thought of giving it a try.
As for any potential Accidents that might occur, that wouldn't be his concern. He never said it would be 100% successful.
"No, I still hope to ask the Third Hokage about this."
Minato Namikaze had his own persistence. After a pause, he added, "However, Lord Orochimaru, if there's anything you need my help with, please speak frankly. If it's something I can do, I will definitely do my best. There's no need for any Transaction."
Orochimaru was silent for a long time, and finally spoke his Mind.
"In your Intelligence analysis of that Aramaki, you mentioned that the opponent seemed to be deliberately avoiding your Sage Art: Great Ball Rasengan, right?"
"Yes!"
Speaking of this, Minato Namikaze recalled and said seriously:
"Although the process was very brief, when I used Sage Art: Great Ball Rasengan to attack, the opponent's Gaze and movements did show a strange Reaction."
"After this Reaction, the opponent no longer faced our attacks head-on like before. Instead, they withdrew and actively avoided them."
Orochimaru nodded: "So Sage Mode Chakra could be one of the Means they Scruple."
"One of?"
Minato Namikaze keenly noticed the key point and asked doubtfully, "Did you discover anything else?"
"A few things."
"I've read the Reports from Nara Shikaku and Yamanaka Inoichi."
Orochimaru stroked his Chin, thoughtfully recounting his analysis.
"The former's Report mentioned that although the Shadow Imitation Technique was later released by Aramaki using an unknown Ability, when Nara Shikaku first made contact with the opponent's Shadow, he was certain that the opponent's Body showed a clear, brief stiffness."
"This indicates that the Ninjutsu Effect wasn't completely useless; it could just be dispelled by the opponent."
"And the latter's Report mentioned that when he used the Mind Transfer Technique, he clearly 'saw' a hard Wall in the opponent's Mindscape."
"So, can we assume that if the Impact Force is strong enough, it's entirely possible to break through the opponent's Mental Wall?"
"Furthermore, I specifically went to the Yamanaka Clan yesterday to ask for some Details. Yamanaka Inoichi said that the Mental Wall wasn't completely sealed off; the wall surface also had certain gaps and Holes."
"So, is it possible that as long as one has sufficient Control Ability over Mental Power, which is Yin Release, they can also penetrate the Mental Wall and affect the Consciousness within the Mind?"
"Finally, combining the above points of Doubt, whether it's the Shadow Imitation Technique, Mind Transfer Technique, or Genjutsu, it can basically be confirmed that Yin Release Chakra can theoretically contend with that Aramaki!"
Minato Namikaze was secretly astonished by Orochimaru's lengthy discourse.
Even though the other party didn't participate in the previous Combat, they could think of so much just based on the written Reports afterward and a few lines of Dialogue from the people involved.
Crucially, it sounded logical and well-founded; he couldn't find any major problems with it.
"Given that there is no further Intelligence besides this, we can only prepare around these two points."
Orochimaru looked out the window, his Gaze seemingly like a Byakugan, piercing through layers of Buildings and Walls to look towards the West of Konohagakure.
"One is to gather more Ninja skilled in using Yin Release Chakra, such as the Nara Clan, Uchiha Clan, Kurama Clan, and all Genjutsu Users."
His idea was that if ten Nara Clan Ninja weren't enough, then twenty, or thirty.
At the same time, he wanted the Ninja Clans and Ninja skilled in Genjutsu to collectively Research Genjutsu that could penetrate the Mental Wall.
Orochimaru was now filled with intense Curiosity and Interest due to the various mysteries surrounding Aramaki and the two Weapons he couldn't understand at all.
He wanted to use the people of Konoha as Chess Pieces to verify whether his ideas were correct.
Ideally, he wanted to Capture Aramaki Alive.
Therefore, he had already informed Hiruzen Sarutobi and Jiraiya of these ideas.
"The second is for you and Jiraiya to learn Sage Jutsu."
Speaking of this, Orochimaru's Gaze returned to Minato Namikaze.
Aramaki's Strength, along with the severed connection to Ryūchi Cave and Mount Myōboku, created a sense of urgency in his Heart.
Although he could withdraw at any time, just in case, he felt he should first find a Method to learn Sage Mode or obtain the Method for Cultivating Sage Jutsu.
This way, he would have an extra layer of insurance no matter what happened in the Future.
Speaking of which.
The current Orochimaru had not yet developed flaws in his Soul and Spirit due to performing Living Corpse Reincarnation, so he could fully learn Sage Mode.
It was just a pity that he currently didn't have the Conditions to learn the Sage Mode of Ryūchi Cave.
However, if possible, he hoped to learn from the Cultivation Method of Mount Myōboku's Sage Mode and Research the Sage Mode most suitable for himself.
In fact, Orochimaru had always looked down on Jiraiya's Sage Mode before.
Besides seeing that it took Jiraiya twelve whole years to learn a clearly incomplete Sage Mode.
It was also because entering Sage Mode required remaining completely still for a long time, which he considered too much of a hindrance.
It wasn't until he met Jugo in the Future that he began to Research 'Seal'.
"I see, you want to learn Sage Mode..."
Minato Namikaze fell into Thought. If he hadn't heard Orochimaru's previous words, he would have probably refused the other party outright, but now he was somewhat hesitant.
"Lord Orochimaru, there are three problems with Sage Mode."
"One is that the Risk of Cultivation is very high; one can turn to Petrification and die if not careful. Also, the Time required for Cultivation is very long; even if you start now, you won't make it for the upcoming Combat."
"Finally, this is after all Mount Myōboku's Cultivation Method; it cannot be passed on to others without permission, and I don't have Toad Oil on hand..."
Orochimaru naturally knew all this.
Jiraiya had mentioned these things a few times in front of him and Tsunade as something to show off.
"The first isn't a problem. Since even that Idiot Jiraiya can learn it, I have nothing to worry about."
"And it doesn't matter if there's not enough Time. With Sarutobi and the others, one Aramaki won't be able to destroy our Konohagakure, don't you think?"
Orochimaru smiled.
"Yes, I also believe everyone will definitely be able to protect Konohagakure well."
Minato Namikaze nodded heavily, his Gaze showing a determined Expression, but then he heard Orochimaru say:
"Then if I can learn Sage Mode as quickly as possible, it should help protect Konoha better, right?"
"Of course."
Minato Namikaze nodded: "With Lord Orochimaru's Strength, if you also get the Improvement of Sage Mode, you will definitely become a huge Combat Power for Konoha..."
He had already understood the other party's meaning.
Inside the Hospital Room, as Minato fell into Thought, it became quiet. Orochimaru wasn't in a hurry and waited silently beside him.
The reason he didn't ask Jiraiya was because he was too Familiar with that guy.
If it were Jiraiya, no matter what he said, he wouldn't agree. That was an Idiot who regarded Mount Myōboku as sacred.
But this Minato Namikaze was different.
He only had Respect for Mount Myōboku at most; Konohagakure was his first priority in his Heart.
"Okay, I will give you the Cultivation Method for Sage Mode!"
As expected, Minato Namikaze agreed.
Actually, if he could contact Mount Myōboku, he would definitely Summon a Toad first to ask.
But since Mount Myōboku was currently unreachable unilaterally, he could only act according to the urgency of the Situation.
He even started to hope that the Third Hokage could also learn Sage Mode now.
Of course.
Minato Namikaze also knew that the possibility wasn't high, at least he definitely wouldn't make it for the upcoming Combat, but it would be a good thing if he learned it later.
"Then thank you very much."
Obtaining the Sage Mode Cultivation Method, while pleasing, wasn't enough to make Orochimaru lose composure and act like he was in Delight.
"Regarding the First Hokage Cells Matter, please Consider it again..."
But just as he was about to persuade him a little more, the Hospital Room door was suddenly pushed open forcefully.
"Lord Orochimaru, Minato Namikaze, this is the S-Rank Classified Document that Lord Hokage ordered me to deliver!"
An Anbu Ninja walked in holding an archive bag.
After he handed the two Letter-sized Documents from the archive bag to the two, he stood silently by The Gate, watching.
Because such S-Rank Classified Documents needed to be burned in front of them, or by their Anbu hands, after being read.
So Orochimaru and Minato Namikaze didn't pay attention to his Gaze. They each opened the Documents and quickly read them.
But as they read, their Expressions were almost identical.
Shock, Shock, and more Shock!
Even Orochimaru, who usually had a calm Expression, couldn't maintain it, because his Worldview was being violently Impacted...
At the same time.
About fifty kilometers West of Konohagakure, a Giant Wooden Ox, nearly seventy to eighty meters in Height, was walking through the vast Sea of Trees.
Every time it stepped, it caused the Ground in an entire Zone to crack and Trees to break.
At the same time, a violent Rumble sounded, causing large numbers of Birds and Wild Beasts to flee in Panic-stricken madness.
"Huh?"
At this moment, Aramaki, standing on top of the ox's head, looked ahead and found that there was no green within about ten kilometers.
On the bare, vast Land, he could see many simple Houses that were clearly temporarily Constructed, as well as countless dense Black Dots like Ants...
"What a grand Situation, are they here to welcome me?"
Aramaki spread his arms and laughed heartily, facing the Gale that blew towards him.
At this moment.
Perhaps due to the blowing of the Strong Wind, or perhaps due to the surging Aura from his Body.
His curly black hair and the Black Justice Coat on his Body.
Began to flutter violently up and down, flapping loudly.
"Then come! Come! Come! Let's have a spectacular fight!"
"The Military Merit for ascending to the Admiral Position should be this grand and vigorous, lahahahahaha!"
(End of Chapter)
