Avengers of the Whirlpool Family

Itachi doesn't trust that old guy at all. For the sake of his younger brother, Itachi might even take some crazy measures.

therefore.

Even if there was no order from Nagato, Itachi would find time to return to Konoha to confirm the situation, and it would be best if he could warn Danzo. It can only be said that this order was exactly what Itachi wanted.

"Itachi-san, how about it? Shall we set off now?"

Hoshigaki Kisame, who was sitting nearby, naturally had no idea of ​​the thoughts going through Itachi's mind. The moment he received the order, he immediately looked at Itachi and asked.

In their team, Itachi was in the dominant position at that moment.

Hoshigaki Kisame also trusts Itachi very much.

If Itachi had continued to live in the original work, Hoshigaki Kisame might not necessarily have been bewitched by Obito's disguise as "Madara". It can only be said that life's circumstances are often just a little bit off.

"Well, let's go now. It's been several days since the incident happened. We can't delay any longer."

Itachi nodded expressionlessly in response.

"Sasuke, you must be okay!"

Itachi looked at the Hidden Leaf Village, which was probably thousands of kilometers away to the west of him, and a hint of extremely faint worry flashed across the deepest part of his pupils.

Various forces in the ninja world are taking action.

In particular, the actions of Iwagakure Village and Kumogakure Village to deploy heavy troops to the border of the Land of Fire further caused turmoil in the entire ninja world.

Small and medium-sized ninja villages such as Kusagakure, Takigakure, and Yugakure have all entered the highest combat readiness mode.

For small ninja villages like theirs, a stable living environment is the best. The three Ninja World Wars in the past few decades have each been a disaster no less than a catastrophe for them, because they are sandwiched between the big countries, and no matter which side they choose to side with, they may be liquidated.

Even though Konoha was the winner of the three Ninja World Wars, it was ultimately unable to dominate the entire Ninja World.

If these small countries really dare to side with Konoha, Iwagakure, Kumogakure, and even the Sand Village can easily teach these small ninja villages a lesson. It is not without reason that only the leaders of the five major countries can be called Kage.

No matter how weak the Sand Village is, it is not something that the smaller ninja villages can challenge.

Unless it is similar to the Hidden Rain Village once led by Hanzo of the Salamander, it can indeed be somewhat tougher against the five major countries. This is the deterrent power brought by Hanzo's own Kage-level strength. With the five major countries restraining each other, no one is willing to provoke a Kage-level powerhouse, not to mention that Hanzo is a rare Kage-level existence with mass killing power.

If Hanzo were really allowed to kill without restraint, the ninjas from the five major countries would most likely suffer a devastating blow.

The coverage of poison gas is no joke.

But this is just an occasional event. If it were so easy for a Kage-level expert to appear, the status of the five major countries would not be so stable.

Therefore, today, after more than a decade of peace and stability, we are once again facing a situation where a war may break out.

These small country ninja villages naturally have to put in their best efforts.

Even if the chance is tiny, they must try to seize as much initiative as possible to prevent their own ninja village from falling into a situation of complete collapse.

As one of the key players in this storm, Menma is currently not paying any attention to the changes in the outside world.

After resting for three or four days in the Otogakure Village in the Land of Rice, which Orochimaru had spent a lot of effort to build.

Menma finally waited for Orochimaru to meet him again.

Stepping into the dim room, Menma saw Orochimaru's gloomy look and frowned slightly. To be honest, Menma really didn't understand why Orochimaru, Danzo, Obito and other guys liked this style.

It's not like he's really short of money, why is he acting so shady?

Menma is not used to it at all.

This is the same style as horror movies.

Karin, who was following closely beside Menma, looked a little timid.

Although this was not the first time Orochimaru had seen her, Karin still felt a creepy feeling every time she saw her.

It was as if Orochimaru was really an extremely terrifying python.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 134 Information and Transactions

Therefore, Karin was almost stuck to Menma, with her right hand tightly grasping the collar of Menma's clothes.

"Ahem, I'm so sorry, Menma-kun. I made you wait so long to see you. I wonder if you've had a good rest these days?"

Orochimaru obviously still looked like he was seriously injured, but his aura was still strong. Without hands, Orochimaru's strength would indeed be greatly affected, but that was only for the moment. Later, Orochimaru would find an alternative method. Without hands, he could still make hand seals and use ninjutsu, but it would not be as convenient.

It is impossible for an ordinary person to gain an advantage over Orochimaru.

In the original work, the Sharingan is really the nemesis of Orochimaru, and Orochimaru himself has his own plans, otherwise, how could Sasuke, who only has the three-magatama Sharingan and can only be regarded as the quasi-shadow level at most, defeat Orochimaru! ?

"Haha, that doesn't matter. Although the conditions are not that good, it is much better than the cage in Konoha. As for Orochimaru-san, I can understand it. After all, the feeling of the Shiki Fuujin Technique is not pleasant. To be honest, I didn't expect that an old guy could learn this technique. And Orochimaru-san also exceeded my expectations. He can get out with just his hands. It's already rare."

Menma smiled gently, his eyes fixed on Orochimaru's bandaged hands without any concealment, and spoke softly.

When Orochimaru heard Menma's words, his narrow snake eyes revealed a dangerous gleam, and the expression of Kabuto Yakushi on the side changed accordingly.

"Menma-kun also knows this technique? It seems that Menma-kun is even more than I expected."

Orochimaru stared at Menma and said meaningfully.

"Orochimaru-san, there is no need to test me. I have already said that there is something beyond the ordinary in my body. And don't forget, I am from the orthodox Uzumaki clan. The Demon Sealing Technique is the secret technique of our Uzumaki clan. Orochimaru-san, others may not be able to see the abnormality in your body, but it is impossible for me not to know about it. This technique requires the life as the price."

Menma didn't care at all about the deeper meaning of Orochimaru's words.

Now he and Orochimaru are partners.

When one's strength is enough to protect himself from Orochimaru, it would be more beneficial than harmful to give out some more things that will not endanger one's fundamental interests. The more chips one has, the more Menma can get in exchange.

And don't forget that all these things are just empty words. To put it bluntly, Menma is just trying to get Orochimaru by doing nothing.

"Orochimaru-san, you must have realized this in the past few days. The horror of this technique."

Menma smiled softly and continued.

The technique of Shiki Fuinjin is only meaningful if one can catch the enemy at close range, but once it is successfully released, the enemy will not be able to escape the punishment of the god of death as long as they are still "human".

The extraction of the soul is an extremely terrifying thing.

"Since Menma-kun understands this technique so well, there should be a corresponding method to deal with it, right? As you can see, I can't use my hands at all now."

Since my underwear has been seen through by the other side.

Then there is nothing to hide.

Orochimaru is not the kind of person who is fussy.

In Orochimaru's eyes, Menma is a high-value cooperation partner. The fact that Menma is willing to say it proves that he has the corresponding intention. Orochimaru does not intend to waste time on it. The most important thing is to directly make his attitude clear.

"Haha, of course, but Orochimaru-san should also know that there is no free lunch in this world, right?"

Menma said with a slight smile.

"Well, transactions must be fair and equal. I agree with this, Menma-kun."

Orochimaru said in a hoarse voice.

"That's good. Let's go on. Here are some records about the Shiki Fuujin Technique. Of course, it's not 100% accurate. It can only serve as a reference for Orochimaru-san. Of course, if you can get the core of this technique, we can verify each other. Oh, by the way, it also contains my requirements. Orochimaru, you can also take a look at it."

Menma nodded with satisfaction, and deliberately emphasized certain words, then took out a scroll that he had prepared long ago from his arms and gently threw it to Orochimaru opposite him.

Kabuto Yakushi, who had been standing beside Orochimaru, reached out to take it and spread it out.

Orochimaru glanced at it.

Just a glance.

Orochimaru's pupils shrank slightly.

"Haha, this is already a great help, Menma-kun. As for your request, don't worry, I will prepare it in the shortest possible time."

A peculiar and weird look appeared on Orochimaru's face, and he replied with a smile.

“That’s the best.”

Menma said calmly.

"But, Menma-kun, are you forgetting something?"

Orochimaru looked directly at Menma and spoke in a slightly low voice.

"Huh? Oh, of course I haven't forgotten. I just thought Orochimaru-san would focus on how to deal with the problem of his hands at this stage. Since Orochimaru-san is so anxious, here, this is what I promised you at the beginning, Orochimaru-san. It contains the key information between the Sharingan and the Samsara Eye. This bottle is my blood, which should be enough to support Orochimaru-san's current research. If there is any need later, as long as it is within a reasonable range, I can cooperate with you, Orochimaru-san, including the chakra of the Nine-Tails."

Menma once again took out another scroll from his arms, along with the bottle of extremely bright red thick blood, and threw them directly to the opposite side without any hesitation.

The moment when Yakushi Kabuto caught it with his backhand.

Orochimaru seemed to be re-examining Menma. After taking a deep look at him, he said, "Menma-kun really didn't hesitate at all and threw out all these chips. Aren't you worried that I might regret it?"

Or do you have strong confidence and are not afraid that I will go back on my word?

Orochimaru did not say the latter part of the sentence, but the meaning was already clearly revealed.

"Haha, that's of course because I believe in Orochimaru-san's 'credibility'. I don't think Orochimaru-san would do that, right?"

Menma smiled softly, and it sounded sincere yet sarcastic, causing Orochimaru's eyes to narrow slightly.

But it was only a second later.

Orochimaru smiled and replied, "That's natural, Kabuto. Stop all other work and focus on satisfying Menma-kun's needs."

The last sentence was said while turning his head and looking at Pharmacist Kabuto.

"Yes, Lord Orochimaru."

Pharmacist Kabuto bowed slightly and replied.

(End of this chapter)

Chapter 135: Plans and Arrangements (Part )

This is not a one-time deal.

It's not a one-time deal.

Menma had already said at the beginning that he was approaching Orochimaru as a partner. Menma needed Orochimaru, and from the current point of view, Orochimaru also needed Menma very much. Not to mention the explosive information that Menma could come up with anytime and anywhere, it itself was a huge wealth.

Of course, the relationship between the two is more like mutual benefit rather than cooperation, just like the relationship between Orochimaru and Danzo, except that compared to Danzo, Orochimaru feels that Menma is more "suitable" for him, and this "suitability" also refers to all aspects of the problem.

However, what Orochimaru didn't know was that Menma actually treated him as nutrients that nourish the land.

Before he has fully grown up and gained a certain degree of power, Menma needs someone to provide him with all the help, including but not limited to manpower, material resources, financial resources, intelligence, etc.

This is also why Menma did not have many choices after he decided to leave Konoha.

Of course there are more than one person and place with resources, but those places and people all have problems to varying degrees, and Menma is very concerned.

Only Orochimaru, a guy who is absolutely not hypocritical in some aspects, is the most suitable for him.

"I will let you become the most important stepping stone in my plan, Orochimaru-san. Either I will be completely devoured by you, or you will become my chess piece completely!"

Menma looked at Orochimaru who was so close to him. Under his seemingly calm appearance, his heart was filled with coldness.

"Then, please give priority to providing the things recorded in the scroll just now, Dousang. By the way, I also need a relatively large open space and room, so please prepare them for me as well."

Menma looked at Kabuto Yakushi calmly and said.

"Yes, I understand. Please rest assured, Menma-kun, it will be ready within three days. As for the open space, I will immediately arrange for someone to vacate the training ground on the far right side of the base. There happens to be a laboratory there, which Menma-kun can use freely. What do you think? Is this okay?"

Pharmacist Kabuto pushed up his black-framed glasses and said with a smile.

"Well, of course, I trust you to do things for me. So, I'll excuse myself today. Orochimaru-san should take good care of your injuries. If you need anything, you can always summon me, Orochimaru-san."

Menma said this last 'polite' sentence.

He turned around and left.

Xianglin quickly followed, and the two of them strode out of the dim house.

And that was when Menma and the other person disappeared completely into the distance.

Orochimaru's expression instantly darkened.

"Kabuto, based on the above information, we will conduct an initial investigation and arrange for our people to contact Danzo again. We must find out some necessary information in the shortest possible time. Do you understand?"

Orochimaru looked at Kabuto Yakushi with a gloomy face and spoke in a cold voice.

"Yes, Lord Orochimaru, but there was information sent from Danzo earlier. Should we not respond to it?"

Pharmacist Kabuto nodded in response at first, then as if he had thought of something, he hesitated and spoke.