Conducting experiments with Yue Yan, Orochimaru had naturally told Yue Yan what Hashirama cells were. Although he was curious about Yue Yan's recovery ability, it wasn't a big deal. After all, he had better materials to study, so there was no need to waste time on Yue Yan.
Therefore, after Orochimaru just casually said something, he didn't mention it again and instead brought up another matter.
"After reporting the news of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen's death to Konoha, the high - ups already recognized your strength, Yue Yan - kun. They plan to promote you to Jonin once you return to the village."
Hearing this, Yue Yan frowned. Damn it, this was different from what was agreed before. If he became a Jonin now, wouldn't that break Kakashi's record of being the youngest to become a Jonin? If this news got out, Yue Yan didn't even dare to think about how many assassins other villages would send after him. Although they would be sending him treasure chests, it would definitely be a hassle. He might not even get a wink of sleep.
Noticing Yue Yan's expression and guessing what he was thinking, Orochimaru casually let out a soft chuckle.
"Yue Yan - kun, you don't have to worry. Although you gave me this achievement, I didn't intend to take it all for myself. So in the report, I wrote that you and I jointly killed the Seven Ninja Swordsmen. Also, those Genin who were watching at that time were also included, and now they've become Chunin."
After hearing this, Yue Yan nodded in satisfaction. Although he wasn't completely out of the picture, as long as it was written that he and Orochimaru jointly killed the Seven Ninja Swordsmen, it would be fine.
After all, compared to an unknown child, others would probably just think this was a Smoke Bomb Konoha set off to create a war hero. Their attention would definitely be focused on the well - known Orochimaru.
As for becoming a Jonin, he will think about it after returning to the village.
After sorting it out in his mind, Yue Yan wanted to leave. After he came back last night, he treated Xiaolan and then went to rest. Then Orochimaru called him over early in the morning. He hadn't had time to open the treasure chests he got from killing the Seven Ninja Swordsmen.
They were all elite Jonin, so he thought he should get some good stuff from the chests. Although the system never said so, Yue Yan just felt that way.
However, before Yue Yan could speak, Orochimaru said again.
"The Seven Ninja Swordsmen haven't returned for a night. Although the news hasn't spread in Konoha yet, the Mist Ninjas must have noticed. The next part of the war won't be as easy as it is now."
As he said this, Orochimaru licked his lips.
"Yue Yan - kun is a smart guy. If you were the commander on the other side, what would you do?"
"Do you mean, Lord Orochimaru, that the Mist Ninjas will launch a surprise attack on the front - line camp during this period to get some significant good news and offset the impact of the death of the Seven Ninja Swordsmen on morale?"
"Hehehe, as expected of Yue Yan - kun. You think the same as me." Orochimaru nodded in satisfaction.
"According to the intelligence sent back, the internal situation of the Mist Ninjas is in chaos. Although the Third Mizukage can temporarily rely on the war to divert the contradictions, the Kaguya Clan is still a considerable threat to the Mist Ninjas. Therefore, the Third Mizukage is likely to send those unstable lunatics to the front line."
Hearing this, Yue Yan remembered the Kaguya Clan teenager he saw during the Chunin Exams. That crazy determination to leave a mark on the enemy even at the cost of his own life was truly wild.
Yue Yan couldn't help but sigh and looked at Orochimaru helplessly.
"Lord Orochimaru, if I were the Third Mizukage, I'd probably take this opportunity to send all the crazy Kaguya Clan members to the front line. So, with the current strength of our camp, we definitely won't be able to handle it. Could the high - ups send some reinforcements?"
"Definitely." Orochimaru nodded. "Konoha has already sent members of the Uchiha Clan for support. It depends on whether the Mist Ninjas' surprise attack arrives first or our reinforcements do."
After Yue Yan returned to his tent, his mind kept dwelling on the conversation with Orochimaru just now.
Most of the Kaguya Clan members sent to the battlefield have the Shikotsumyaku. They're all battle - crazy, so the upcoming battles are bound to be tough.
However, the good news is that considering the combat power of the Mist Ninjas, our side has also sent those with blood - line limit eye diseases (like the Sharingan). In terms of combat power, we should be on par with the enemy.
Although it's a good thing for those with blood - line limit eye diseases to gain military merits on the battlefield, the high - ups' intentions are as clear as day to Yue Yan.
Compared to the battlefield in the Land of Water, where every Mist Ninja can use the Mist Ninjutsu, other battlefields are where the Uchiha Clan can truly shine.
Yet, the high - ups still sent the Uchiha Clan here. The purpose is obvious. Those in the know know that the ostracized Uchiha Clan, like the Kaguya Clan of the Mist Ninjas, is regarded as an unstable factor threatening internal peace by the high - ups. But the high - ups are also reluctant to waste their high combat power, so they're sent to the battlefield.
Although the situation of the Uchiha Clan is a bit better than that of the Kaguya Clan, it's only marginally so. After all, there's that old scoundrel Tanzō in the rear of Konoha, who fancies himself as an adherent of the Second Hokage's will.
He wishes the Uchiha Clan would disappear. Even if the Uchiha Clan makes great military achievements on the battlefield, he'll intentionally or unintentionally downplay them.
You can't help but sigh at how tragic the Uchiha's fate is.
Yue Yan shook his head and stopped thinking about these things. Anyway, he isn't familiar with the Uchiha Clan, so it doesn't really matter to him.
Yue Yan focused his gaze on the virtual screen that only he could see. Looking at those seven purple treasure chests, he couldn't help but smile.
"Bless me, Arceus and all the gods! Let me get a few templates from these chests."
After praying devoutly, Yue Yan washed his face and hands. If the conditions permitted, he'd even take a bath and burn incense before opening the chests.
After confirming to open the chests, a bright light appeared before Yue Yan's eyes.
[Congratulations to the host for obtaining the skill: Flame Whirlpool (from Karyū)
Congratulations to the host for obtaining the skill: Knock Down (from Blaziken)
Obtained the skill: Razor Leaf Storm (from Liepard)
Obtained the skill: Healing Wave (from Chansey)
Obtained the skill: Nature's Embrace (from Calyrex)
Obtained the skill: Roost (from Zapdos)
Congratulations to the host for obtaining the item: Mega - Evolution Stone (General Version)]
Yue Yan: Confused.jpg
What the hell! Not a single Pokémon template!? Let's not talk about the two ordinary skills, Flame Whirlpool and Knock Down, nor the Razor Leaf Storm that can't be used in front of others for the time being. Are you kidding me with these two healing skills, Healing Wave and Roost? I'm a medical ninja. Do I need these insignificant skills?
Do you know how happy I was when I saw it was from Zapdos!? Stupid system! Do you know!?
Only the Mega - Evolution Stone and the skill from Calyrex can give Yue Yan a little comfort for the time being.
Let's not even mention the Mega - Evolution Stone. Yue Yan can either wait to get other Mega - evolvable Pokémon templates and use it himself, or give it to Xiaolan. That makes sense.
As for Nature's Embrace, at least it's from the mythical Pokémon Calyrex. Although he's never heard of it, as long as it's not a healing skill, Yue Yan can accept it.
[Nature's Embrace: From Calyrex, having a closer affinity with nature.]
Yue Yan: (??_??)
Well, that's just stating the obvious.
Yue Yan is so speechless that he doesn't want to say anything.
What the hell! Out of the seven purple treasure chests, only one is useful. Yue Yan is so fed up!