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Orochimaru slowly withdrew his gaze and stared at Danzo, who remained silent in the corner, wondering why Danzo didn't say a word.
Among the Konoha leadership, Danzo was undoubtedly the most dedicated to the study of Wood Release.
Danzo actively promoted this plan on a regular basis.
There's been absolutely no reaction today.
To Orochimaru's disappointment, Danzo remained calm, leaning on his cane in the shadows, showing no interest in getting involved.
"Lord Danzo..." Orochimaru frowned and pondered for a moment, then finally lowered his voice and called out to him, signaling with his eyes that it was time for the other to say something.
However, Danzo merely turned his head slightly and glanced at Orochimaru, his eyes carrying a hint of warning and impatience.
In reality, he once argued his case and tried to persuade Hiruzen Sarutobi.
However, it had no effect, and he was even reprimanded by the furious Hiruzen Sarutobi in front of his subordinates, losing face completely.
The experiment was halted, sealed off, and considered a forbidden technique, prohibiting further research.
This forced Orochimaru to conduct his research in secret, and he also secretly paid a considerable price to support Orochimaru.
Although it wasn't entirely fruitless.
But.
Danzo still feels somewhat disdainful when he thinks about this experiment.
Tenzo's meager Wood Release technique was utterly insignificant compared to Hashirama Senju's.
He even had high hopes for that good-for-nothing.
Therefore, Danzo had absolutely no intention of provoking Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Danzo turned around and waved to the Root ninjas present: "You guys, come over here and clean up this mess! Take all the data back, and don't leave any trace."
Several of Root's subordinates immediately obeyed the order and took action.
After giving his instructions, Danzo leaned on his cane and walked out step by step.
His figure was hidden from the flickering firelight, his wide hem trailing on the ground, giving him a cold and resolute appearance.
Orochimaru stood there watching Danzo leave, his expression a mixture of emotions.
Danzo returned to his office, stood in front of his desk, leaning on his cane with one hand, and gave a cold smile.
Instead of wasting time on this doomed Wood Release experiment, we should focus on other more important things...
Danzo's single eye flashed; he had already thought of something brilliant.
At this point in time, there is a powerful force that has not yet been truly grasped by anyone, and I happen to have heard of it before!
The power of the Sage of Six Paths... the Rinnegan!
Danzo stood up straight, his eyes burning with an almost fanatical intensity.
The legendary eyes mentioned in the dream shocked everyone else, but for Danzo, they were no secret.
Hmph, those frogs in a well like Hiruzen Sarutobi only learned of the Rinnegan's existence through dreams, while I, Danzo Shimura, heard about this power more than a decade ago!
Danzo narrowed his one eye, a sharp glint flashing in it, if he remembered correctly!
The Rinnegan is probably in the hands of a small organization in Amegakure right now!
Samsara Eye!
The power of the Six Paths...
Danzo's face revealed an ambitious, cold smile.
This power can only be of its greatest value if it is in my hands, Shimura Danzo!
[Ding! Emotional fluctuations from Shimura Danzo have been detected! Emotional value +300!]
……
As the night passed, darkness faded.
At the same time, a system notification sound suddenly rang in Shi Yu's mind—
[The Dream Master System has been successfully upgraded!]
[Congratulations, host, you have reached level 14!]
Please select one of the following enhancement effects:
[1. Dream Goal +1]
[2. VIP box seats +1]
[3. Audience size +3]
"Huh, it's upgraded again?" Shi Yu opened her eyes and was immediately invigorated when she saw the semi-transparent system interface in front of her.
He sat cross-legged on the bed: "Are there any noteworthy rewards for this upgrade?"
The three enhancement effects flashed past his eyes quickly.
After a moment's thought, Shi Yu clicked the option "Dream Goal +1" without hesitation.
The newly added target for fulfilling their dream was Nagato.
The dream effect of Nagato last time was quite good, and the emotional value gained was no less than that of Danzo.
……
The first light of dawn was appearing on the horizon, and a new day was quietly dawning.
At dawn, a thin mist hangs over the depths of the forests of the Grass Country.
Two simple tents were pitched in a clearing in the woods, with dew dripping down the tent fabric.
Suddenly, the curtain of one of the tents was lifted, and a figure emerged—it was Orochimaru, who had awakened from his dream.
Orochimaru slowly stretched, the various fragments of his dream from last night replaying in his mind, making him momentarily lost in thought.
He lowered his eyes and thoughtfully licked his lips.
Meanwhile, wisps of smoke were rising from another tent.
Dou had already gotten up and was squatting by the fire, intently preparing breakfast.
Seeing his master emerge from the tent, Kabuto greeted him with a smile, "Good morning, Lord Orochimaru."
Orochimaru nodded slightly and walked calmly to the fire, but his mind was not on breakfast.
He glanced at the busy figure in the corner of his eye, and details of his dream from last night flashed through his mind.
He clearly remembered the scene in his dream where Hiruzen Sarutobi and Homura Mitokado, those two old geezers, were taking turns criticizing him.
Even the usually calm and collected Orochimaru couldn't help but frown as he recalled the events: Could it be... that those white monsters were actually something I unintentionally developed?
He couldn't find any way to refute the reasons those two stubborn old men gave last night.
Orochimaru narrowed his eyes, staring at the flickering flames, a deeply unsettling suspicion rising within him.
Yes, he began to suspect whether the origins of the White Zetsu were related to him.
After all, he had conducted far too many forbidden experiments over the years, and he didn't care about the final fate of most of the test subjects.
It's not entirely impossible that something went wrong in one of the steps, or that something was produced that he hadn't noticed.
Last night, Sarutobi and Momoko pressed him with questions, which made him feel uneasy. The more he thought about it, the more he felt that White Zetsu might actually be related to his research—otherwise, how could he explain those strange white creatures with Wood Release abilities?
In the firelight, Orochimaru's expression shifted between light and shadow.
He slowly raised his eyes and looked at Dou, who was busy adding firewood not far away.
If there is anyone in the world who knows all the details of his experiments best, besides himself, it would probably be Dou.
Dou had followed him for many years and was shrewd and meticulous; he was responsible for organizing and storing a lot of experimental data.
Thinking of this, Orochimaru's eyes flashed, and he immediately called out, "Kabuto."
"What is it, Lord Orochimaru?" Upon hearing the call, Kabuto immediately put down the firewood he was holding, respectfully stood up, and walked to his side.
Orochimaru stared directly at Kabuto, his golden snake eyes reflecting the latter's face: "Kabuto, do you know... a creature called White Zetsu?"
"White Zetsu?" Kabuto paused, then pushed up his round-framed glasses, looking puzzled.
The question was clearly a bit sudden. He thought for a few seconds and tentatively replied, "Lord Orochimaru, are you referring to 'Zetsu' from the Akatsuki organization?"
"The Akatsuki's ultimate..."
Orochimaru repeated it in a low voice, his pupils suddenly contracting—
A strange figure instantly flashed into my mind: half of its body was pitch black, while the other half was pale, and there were several strange green bud-like things growing on its shoulder!
Chapter 183 Am I too late?
Early morning, Rain Hidden Village, atop the tower.
A light drizzle was falling from the leaden sky.
On the rooftop, Pain gazed silently at the misty rain outside the window, his eyes deep and unfathomable.
"Jiraiya hasn't left yet?"
Footsteps came from the side.
Xiao Nan lifted the curtain and slowly walked onto the balcony, raindrops dripping from the eaves onto the ends of her azure hair.
She stood beside Tiandao, followed his gaze to the village shrouded in rain, and said softly, "Yesterday he was wandering around the village, seemingly searching for something."
She frowned slightly, guessing, "Is he looking for us?"
Heaven remained silent, its brows furrowing slightly.
The drizzle reflected in his orange eyes, like a misty fog.
Seeing that he didn't answer, Xiao Nan also remained silent for a moment.
The sound of rain pattering against the balcony railing.
Finally, Xiao Nan mustered up her courage and asked, "How about... how about we meet him?"
Her eyes revealed a mixture of expectation and worry.