Chinya arrived at Orochimaru's hideout and found him.
Seeing Chinya, Orochimaru smiled and said, "If you hadn't come to me, I was about to go looking for you."
Chinya asked, "What did you need me for, Orochimaru-sensei?"
Orochimaru's snake-like pupils suddenly changed, transforming into a Mangekyo Sharingan.
Chinya, seeing this familiar Mangekyo Sharingan, was greatly surprised. "Already transplanted? And you can even activate it voluntarily? So this body of yours...?"
Orochimaru nodded. "That's right. Using the muscle tissue obtained along with Fugaku's Mangekyo Sharingan, I cloned and cultivated his cell tissues.
As I told you before, there's a child with a special constitution who doesn't reject any transplanted tissue. The Sharingan implanted on him didn't cause any rejection at all.
So I used the Cell Transplantation Technique to transfer that child's cells into this body. They turned out extremely compatible—almost as if they'd been innate from birth.
Then, using the Cell Transplantation Technique once more, I introduced Fugaku's cells into this body and then implanted the pair of Mangekyo Sharingan into my eyes.
The results were exactly as I predicted—absolutely no immune rejection. They're incredibly compatible. If not for already being Mangekyo Sharingan, they would still possess growth potential.
Combined with the Wood Release chakra in this body, using the Mangekyo Sharingan causes no side effects. As long as I have enough chakra, I can keep using them continuously."
Chinya exclaimed, "You truly deserve your reputation, Orochimaru-sensei. That's seriously impressive."
Although Chinya didn't get all the details, he knew one thing—this was seriously impressive.
Not even being part of the Uchiha Clan, yet still activating the Sharingan on command and using the Mangekyo without any side effects? How is that not insane?
When it comes to research skills in the Shinobi World, if Orochimaru says he's number two, no one would even try to call themselves number one.
Orochimaru continued, "Thanks to these successful experiments, Kakashi's problem should also be solvable soon. By utilizing that child's cells combined with White Zetsu cells, then transplanting them around Kakashi's optic nerves, the side effects from using his Sharingan should be completely resolved.
But since I haven't examined Kakashi's eyes myself yet, I can't guarantee it. I'll have to see how they look first before making any final calls."
Chinya exhaled deeply in relief. "That would be great news indeed. This way, Kakashi wouldn't have to worry so much when fighting anymore."
After deactivating his Mangekyo Sharingan, Orochimaru asked, "Well then, Chinya, I suppose you came here because you needed something from me too?"
Chinya nodded. "Yes. Minato Namikaze has already awakened a few days ago."
A serious expression flickered across Orochimaru's face. "Then... who is currently serving as Hokage?"
Chinya answered, "Still Hiruzen Sarutobi. He used the excuse that Minato Namikaze had been absent for twelve years and no longer knew Konoha well, so he continues ruling as Hokage—until Minato becomes familiar with the village again."
Then Chinya let out a cold laugh. "But who actually believes such words? If he truly wanted to return the Hokage title to Minato, he could have simply stepped back and let Minato rule while helping him get reacquainted with Konoha. In the end, he just doesn't want to let go."
Orochimaru fell silent for a moment, then suddenly smiled.
Seeing Orochimaru's smile, Chinya felt somewhat disappointed.
Orochimaru began speaking, "Well then, it's time."
Chinya asked in confusion, "Time for what?"
Orochimaru explained to Chinya, "Back when I left Konoha, I told him that when his twilight years arrived and he decayed among the leaves, I would let him be the hero of the village one last time by accompanying him through his final moments as Hokage. This is the last thing I can do for him as his disciple. So yes, it's time. Let him die as a hero; this way, he gets his wish."
Chinya asked, "Lord Orochimaru, what are you planning to do?"
Looking at Chinya, Orochimaru replied, "Yahiko has already received an invitation from Konoha. Konoha intends to hold a joint Chunin Exam. I plan to take advantage of this opportunity to have him sacrificed protecting Konoha before everyone's eyes.
Yahiko plans to send a squad of ninja to participate. I intend to inform Yahiko afterward that I will lead that team to Konoha for the Chunin Exams.
Konoha has also invited Rasa, the Kazekage of Sunagakure, to watch the final match. My plan is to assassinate Rasa, disguise myself as him, and as Kazekage incite Sunagakure to attack Konoha, creating the perfect opportunity for my battle with him.
If things escalate and involve our village, I'll claim I killed Oto's team leader jonin, impersonated him, and manipulated Oto's genin to follow me. That way, our village can remain uninvolved."
Chinya hadn't forgotten about Orochimaru's destruction plan for Konoha.
Hearing Orochimaru speak like this, it seemed this plan would indeed proceed.
Rubbing his chin, Chinya said, "If that's the case, I'll bring Sōnagi along too. I'll lead a squad to join the competition, since Minato's Flying Thunder God technique is still a real threat."
Orochimaru expressed surprise: "Sōnagi will participate too? Even if we use disguises, won't using [Thunder Breathing] immediately expose him?"
Chinya shrugged. "Sōnagi isn't limited to just [Thunder Breathing]. Participating in the Chunin Exam alone is more than manageable for him without needing it. You know his strength well enough, Lord Orochimaru."
Orochimaru nodded in agreement. "That's true. Considering Sōnagi's current level, he definitely possesses jonin-level power."
Lately, Chinya hadn't gained many Witness Points. The recent incident involving Kakashi's team in the Land of Waves only netted around 3000 base and bonus Witness Points, which wasn't much at all.
So, taking this opportunity, Chinya wanted to earn some Witness Points.
Orochimaru said to Chinya, "Well then, Chinya, you're free during this period, aren't you?"
"Free."
"Then come with me to the Land of Wind. I also want to test the abilities of this Mangekyo Sharingan pair. [Mangekyo Sharingan]. Rasa would be a good candidate."
Chinya gave a faint smile and agreed, "Of course."
After finishing their discussion on Konoha-related matters, Chinya asked Orochimaru, "Teacher Orochimaru, do you know anyone from the Akatsuki Organization?"
Orochimaru shook his head. "Akatsuki Organization? I don't know anyone there."
Chinya sighed. Makes sense—Orochimaru hadn't even joined the Akatsuki yet, so how would he know anyone there?
Still, Orochimaru suddenly thought of someone.
"Although… there was someone I know. Kabuto is acquainted with a full-fledged member within the Akatsuki."
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