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Inside the forest at the Leaf Village border, in the Underground Laboratory.
"Toxic abilities pass the test, but the form is extremely unstable and requires further research."
Uchiha Yoru, dressed in a white lab coat, calmly observed the large, ugly white snake in the culture vessel and shook his head, stating the test results.
Especially after the White Phosphorus Giant Snake grew a head of thick black hair, its appearance became even more disgusting. In the nutrient solution, its form continuously changed, and its scales were composed of countless white snakes.
In the brightly lit underground laboratory, large glass vessels stood neatly in rows, each containing a huge, fearsome, and ugly white snake.
"Hehe, Lord Yoru, thanks to you, the experimental data wouldn't have come out so quickly otherwise."
With a uniquely hoarse laugh, Orochimaru took the report handed over by Uchiha Yoru. He looked at the snakes in each culture vessel as if they were works of art, his face contorted into a twisted smile.
Uchiha Yoru discreetly surveyed the surroundings. This must be the laboratory that Kakashi and Yamato explored during their youth in the anime, as the research projects here were identical to the ones they encountered.
Orochimaru suddenly let out a light "hmm" and smiled, "There's also a failed specimen. Since it's so unstable, let's leave it here."
Hearing Orochimaru's muttering, Uchiha Yoru nodded with a knowing smile, "As you wish, Master Orochimaru."
Uchiha Yoru narrowed his eyes and formed hand seals: Earth-Tiger-Rooster-Monkey-Sheep. Summoning Technique!
The unique white smoke from the summoning dissipated, revealing several thick snakes. Instinctively, they slithered into the culture vessels, their heads smashing through the glass. Nutrient solution gushed out, and the White Phosphorus Giant Snakes inside seemed to be in a deep sleep. Then, a terrifying scene unfolded.
Orochimaru's interest piqued, his hoarse laughter echoed as the snakes opened their mouths and began devouring the experimental subjects.
"Hehe, without Lord Yoru, this experiment would have taken at least two more months."
Hearing Orochimaru's praise, Uchiha Yoru smiled, "Master Orochimaru, this is what I should do."
Orochimaru's hoarse laughter continued, and a white snake slithered out from his shoulder, slowly moving to the front of him. It opened its mouth and regurgitated a syringe.
Uchiha Yoru took the syringe with a puzzled look, while Orochimaru smiled wickedly, "Hehe, consider this a reward from your teacher. This is a serum extracted from the most venomous snake in Ryūchi Cave."
Upon hearing this, Uchiha Yoru's face lit up. He knew exactly what this was. In the original story, Orochimaru could resist countless toxins and even transform his body into a White Phosphorus Giant Snake, thanks to this serum.
With this serum, he wouldn't dare to claim immunity to all poisons in the Ninja World, but at least 98% of them would have no effect on him.
Rolling up his sleeve, he injected himself. Although he felt nothing, Uchiha Yoru was elated, "Thank you, Master Orochimaru."
Indeed, Orochimaru was the most formidable existence, and following him was the right choice.
"Master Orochimaru, is the research here to be terminated?"
Uchiha Yoru asked, voicing his confusion. The research base was already empty, and he was merely following orders to check the base daily and submit detailed reports.
Orochimaru, known for having the most research bases and hideouts in the Ninja World, had already shown Uchiha Yoru three bases in the border region alone. This base was clearly dedicated to the research of the White Phosphorus Giant Snake, which later became the foundation for Orochimaru's transformation into a White Phosphorus Giant Snake and the Eight-Headed Giant Snake jutsu.
Looking at the laboratory, Orochimaru's face showed a rare expression of nostalgia, "Thanks to the financial support of the Uchiha clan, but it seems some people in the village are already dissatisfied."
Uchiha Yoru was taken aback, his mind racing. The plot was indeed changing. With the Uchiha clan and the Hyuga clan aligning with Orochimaru, dissatisfaction in the village was growing.
Seemingly sensing Uchiha Yoru's concern, Orochimaru smiled strangely, licking his lips as he hoarsely laughed, "But it's not a problem yet. After all, the unrest at the border hasn't settled, and some people still can't bear to part with me."
Uchiha Yoru instantly analyzed the situation. After the Nine-Tails Incident, the border of the Land of Fire had been in turmoil, necessitating Orochimaru's presence. Once stability was achieved, internal conflicts would ensue!
After all, with the village stabilized, the selection of the Fifth Hokage would begin. The Third Hokage had taken office with the promise of a temporary role during a critical period.
Fifth Hokage! Thinking of this, Uchiha Yoru, who knew the future, was clear on one thing: Danzo's ambition would never allow someone as powerful as Orochimaru to become the Fifth Hokage, and neither would the Third Hokage!
He didn't know what Hiruzen Sarutobi would do, but what about the Sarutobi clan? In the original story, the Sarutobi clan was incredibly powerful, almost a standing army, even stronger than the Hyuga clan.
With so many clan members, they wouldn't sit idly by and watch their head, Hiruzen Sarutobi, step down from the pinnacle of power.
"Master Orochimaru, the Great Elder has informed me that the Root leader is very dissatisfied with you."
It was clear that it wouldn't be long before Orochimaru was forced to defect. Uchiha Yoru naturally had to prepare to take advantage of the situation at the last moment.
Seemingly sensing Uchiha Yoru's confusion, Orochimaru casually laughed, "There are some village matters you haven't been exposed to yet. Root is a department not inferior to the Anbu, handling the village's covert operations, such as these experiments."
Uchiha Yoru's face showed a look of enlightenment, as if saying, "I see, I see," but in his heart, he muttered, "Danzo may not be a good person, but Master, you're taking advantage of him too obviously. With so many experimental bases, it's clear you're using Danzo's support for your own benefit."
However, one must look out for oneself, and in this regard, he and Orochimaru were of the same kind.
"By the way, Master, the Great Elder informed me that the legendary ninja with the Root codename 'Wandering Priestess' has left Root and is now the head of an orphanage, named 'Yakushi Natsumi.'"
To play both sides and protect himself, Uchiha Yoru solemnly shared this information, feeling no shame at using the Uchiha clan's elder as a pawn.
He was always working for the Uchiha's future, and the elders would surely understand this small sacrifice.
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