[Uchiha Hospital]
As soon as Orochimaru opened his mouth, Rengoku knew the situation was stable.
After all, he knew that Yakumo would later give rise to the monster "Ido."
Orochimaru pinched Yakumo's neck lightly, and the little girl blacked out and fainted.
He raised his head and asked Kurama Murakumo, "This should be your Kurama clan's Kekkei Genkai, right?"
Kurama Murakumo had nothing left to hide at this point, "Yes, Orochimaru-sama, in our Kurama clan, some people have excellent genjutsu talent."
A look of interest appeared in Orochimaru's eyes, "This isn't just a genjutsu talent."
"This is spiritual power being too strong, and the soul unable to bear it, thus beginning to gestate a second soul."
Kurama Murakumo was somewhat shocked, "Then Yakumo's illness is actually because of this origin?"
Orochimaru picked up a pile of examination reports nearby and casually flipped through a few pages.
"She's not sick. It's just that her age is too young, and her body too weak. During spirit-nurturing, her unstable spirit caused it."
"She's been repressed at home, hasn't she?"
Kurama Murakumo was a bit embarrassed, "She's always wanted to be a ninja, but her body wouldn't allow it. We've argued many times."
"Heh…", Orochimaru showed a "just as expected" expression.
"You people really aren't afraid of death."
"During the spirit-nurturing phase, all of your daughter's emotions will influence the spirit's personality."
"In the end, it's very likely to become a heart demon. Given her spiritual strength, the chance of you being killed is quite high."
Kurama Murakumo, hearing a judgment from Orochimaru similar to Rengoku's, also showed a look of fear and regret, "Orochimaru-sama, then how should Yakumo be treated?"
Orochimaru shook his head, "There's no illness, what is there to treat?"
"Don't extract chakra. After the spirit-nurturing ends, the body will naturally recover."
"As for your daughter's emotional issues, that's up to you."
Kurama Uroku hadn't expected such a result, and her face showed some joy, "Then can this child become a ninja in the future?"
Orochimaru narrowed his eyes, "She's a natural genjutsu master, her spiritual power is strong enough to distort reality."
"But the increase of spiritual power will cause her consumption to increase day by day, eventually wearing down the body."
Kurama Uroku was stunned, so she still couldn't become a ninja.
What Orochimaru had said wasn't pointless, "However, with my intervention, the body should be fine."
"With her genjutsu talent, there's probably no suitable teacher in your clan."
Orochimaru gave Rengoku a meaningful glance.
The implication was obvious, aside from the Uchiha, no one could teach her.
Kurama Murakumo also understood what Orochimaru meant.
Now the Uchiha were in the spotlight, already having a significant position in Konoha.
Everyone knew that the power struggle between the Uchiha and the Third Hokage would inevitably conclude in a few years.
It's just that their clan didn't have many people left. If they picked the wrong side now, they might die without a burial place in the end.
"In this matter, I need to go back to the clan and discuss it," Kurama Murakumo's expression became solemn. His family didn't just consist of his own branch, there was also the Yunhai branch.
Orochimaru only nodded, "Come back once you've made your decision."
"Yes."
"Orochimaru-sama, Elder Rengoku, I'll take my leave now."
Kurama Murakumo carried Yakumo, greeted Rengoku, and quickly left the place with Uroku.
After the three had left, Rengoku opened his mouth and asked, "What, you're interested in that child?"
Orochimaru stuck out his tongue and licked around, "A student with this level of talent, just a little nurturing will be highly useful."
"But more importantly, she can serve as an important experimental subject."
Rengoku let out a helpless laugh, "Don't even think about slicing her up."
Orochimaru scoffed, "A living one is more useful than a dead one."
He looked at Rengoku, "You already have so many students. Don't take her in too."
Rengoku smiled slightly. This was another bond that could strengthen him, how could he not seize it?
"I already have so many students, one more won't make a difference."
"Heh," Orochimaru laughed knowingly.
The enemies they would face in the future were many. Their side couldn't rely on just one or two people. Any talent must not be let go.
Neither of them considered whether Kurama Murakumo would refuse. Just based on Yakumo's stubborn personality, she would definitely come.
The Kurama clan had already declined to such a state. If they didn't find a way, there would be no future left.
This visit was just a formality.
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"Orochimaru-sama, Anko requests an audience."
While they were talking, Rinjin came to report.
"Let her in," Orochimaru gave the order.
"You two continue chatting," Rengoku greeted Orochimaru and prepared to leave.
But Orochimaru didn't let Rengoku go, "You stay here. You always have good ideas."
Rengoku chuckled softly and said nothing, simply remained where he was.
Anko soon came in from outside.
When she saw Orochimaru, her expression became very complicated. The scene of Orochimaru teaching her back then surfaced in her mind, and for a moment she said nothing.
"Long time no see, Anko. What, you won't even greet your teacher?"
Thump! Thump!...
A pain like fetal movement throbbed at Anko's neck.
Anko pressed the cursed seal that was currently aching, "The one who abandoned me, how can he be my teacher?"
Orochimaru shook his head with slight disappointment, "After all this time, you haven't made any progress. You still haven't retrieved your memories."
Then he waved his hand, "Don't come see me again."
Then, under Anko's shocked gaze, he directly left the room.
Anko's eyes showed hollowness, sorrow, and confusion. There was no doubt, she had once again been abandoned by Orochimaru.
"Why…", She slumped to the ground, murmuring.
Rengoku had been watching the whole time from the side. He somewhat felt Anko wasn't the type who could be cultivated.
"There's no such thing as so many 'whys.' You don't even have the most basic desire."
"Orochimaru naturally won't bring you along."
Anko looked at Rengoku with deep confusion.
Rengoku's Mangekyo Sharingan opened, and countless illusions invaded Anko's mind.
The sealed memories from back then were quietly unlocked.
One scene after another flashed before her eyes. She finally remembered, it hadn't been Orochimaru who abandoned her. It was she herself who hadn't wanted to go with him.
Anko was stunned for a long time before gradually recovering.
She looked at Rengoku, "Thank you, Elder Rengoku."
Rengoku sat calmly and asked, "I'm currently free, I can answer some questions for you."
Anko opened her mouth and asked, "What exactly happened back then?"
"You mean the incident of Orochimaru defecting from the village?"
Seeing Anko nod, Rengoku waved his hand, "It's not complicated. It was the Third Hokage who wanted the power of Wood Release to control the Nine-Tails."
"But he didn't want to tarnish his own reputation, so he instructed Danzo to handle it."
"Danzo kidnapped babies for Orochimaru to experiment on."
Seeing Anko's shocked expression and that she was about to speak, Rengoku waved his hand to cut her off, "I'll only say this once. Whether you believe it or not, I won't explain."
"Whether it's Hiruzen, Orochimaru, or Danzo, they all clearly knew what they were doing."
"This ninja world is a place that devours people. Anyone who rises to power is soaked in blood."
"If you don't have enough desire, then this life of yours will end right here."
"To Orochimaru, a person without desire is trash."
"Even if he once had great hopes for you."
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