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Resets Weekly! [Monday]
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These days, Chiyama Gekko has been having a really good time.
He often goes to the laboratory and I have to say that Orochimaru is truly a genius. This is true not only in the development of jutsu but also in various researches.
"Teacher, I don't quite understand. Can bloodlines be created?"
Chiyama Gekko asks with his mouth, but he has different thoughts in his mind. Bloodlines can definitely be created. Otherwise, how could Yamato exist?
"Hehe, this is the research topic I'm working on. Can the Kekkei Genkai be artificially created?"
"If it can be created, then more powerful Kekkei Genkai can be replicated!"
"Even in the fields of life science and immortality science!"
In recent days, Orochimaru has fully accepted Chiyama Gekko to join his experiments. Even though Chiyama Gekko is just a novice, his hard work has made Orochimaru very satisfied.
Different from his previous recklessness, Chiyama Gekko is much more steady when entering the laboratory this time. Although he still learns at a slow pace, he can now assist Orochimaru with some tasks.
The days spent on scientific research are dull and lonely. Having such a disciple to accompany him is not a bad thing.
"Lord Orochimaru, Lord Hokage asks you and Chiyama Gekko to go there."
Suddenly, a voice comes from outside the door. Orochimaru, who is happily doing his research, frowns slightly. Chiyama Gekko beside him walks outside the door very consciously.
Looking at the Anbu wearing a mask outside the door, Chiyama Gekko knows that something must have happened, otherwise Orochimaru wouldn't be called.
"We'll go right away."
"Did Lord Hokage say what it's about?"
The Anbu thinks for a moment and says, "It's related to Iwagakure."
Chiyama Gekko nods and thinks: What a troubled time! We've got intelligence about Cloud Hidden Village and Sunagakure, and now Iwagakure is in the picture. Alas, being in a desperate situation on all fronts really sucks.
"Let's go, Chiyama-kun."
Orochimaru also hears what the Anbu said inside the room. He directly puts down his work and walks out slowly. Then the master and disciple follow the Anbu to the Hokage Building.
At this time, the atmosphere in the Hokage's office is very heavy.
"Orochimaru, you're here."
"Um..."
Orochimaru still remains silent, but Hiruzen Sarutobi doesn't care at all. After all, he knows his disciple's personality too well.
"According to the front - line intelligence, Iwagakure has suddenly sent many ninja into the territory of the Land of Grass."
"The person leading them is Han, the jinchuriki of Kokuō from Iwagakure."
Hiruzen Sarutobi takes out a Scroll with blood on it. Obviously, this is the intelligence exchanged for with the lives of the spies.
"A jinchuriki? If I remember correctly, there was no jinchuriki for Kokuō before..."
Orochimaru participated in the Second Shinobi World War. At that time, the jinchuriki sent by Iwagakure was only the The fourth tailed beast, not Kokuō.
"Yes, this is the reason why I called you here."
"The current situation is this: Iwagakure has a new jinchuriki of Kokuō, and he can use the power of the tailed beast initially."
"As for their motive for entering the Land of Grass, I don't need to say more, right?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked extremely solemn. A jinchuriki played a crucial role in the outcome of a war.
Chiyama Gekko beside him was lost in thought. If he wasn't mistaken, there must be other reasons for summoning them this time.
Moreover, if his hunch was correct, it should be related to the The ninth tailed beast.
"Orochimaru, I need your help."
"Lady Mito's body can no longer hold on. We must ensure the presence of the The ninth tailed beast to deter other countries."
Just as Chiyama Gekko had thought, The Imminent Replacement of the Ninth Tailed Beast was about to happen.
"The candidate was chosen long ago, wasn't it?"
"Uzumaki Kushina, who also belongs to the Uzumaki Clan."
Orochimaru wasn't surprised by the mention of the The ninth tailed beast. After all, if Chiyama Gekko could figure it out, how could he not?
"That's right, but you should know this matter is of utmost importance."
"Besides Lady Mito, only you, me, and Jiraiya in the village are most knowledgeable about Sealing Jutsu."
"Jiraiya isn't in the village now. Only you and I can ensure the village's safety."
As he spoke, Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at Chiyama Gekko beside him.
"Chiyama kid, I called you here for this very reason. As Orochimaru's disciple, I saw the Five Elements Seal you used on Yugura."
"You also have a certain foundation in Sealing Jutsu."
"You'll take part in this mission of transferring the tailed beast."
"Minato Namikaze will also be involved. He learned Sealing Jutsu from Jiraiya and can be of some help."
So Minato Namikaze is also involved. Well, it makes sense. After all, the jinchuriki of the Nine-Tailed is his girlfriend.
"Just leave it to Lord Hokage's arrangement. I'm just afraid I won't be of much help."
With you, Hiruzen Sarutobi, and Orochimaru here, he didn't think anything would go wrong.
Don't forget, the Uzumaki Clan has a natural edge with the Adamantine Sealing Chains, a Sealing Jutsu that even the The ninth tailed beast can't break.
But there was one thing that puzzled Chiyama Gekko.
Logically speaking, this matter was supposed to be carried out secretly in the original plot. Why were they being involved?
"Don't put yourself down. You've grown up so fast. You'll likely become an elite jōnin in the village soon."
"Minato has high expectations for you."
"Alright, I'll have the Anbu inform you of the replacement time later on. These days, you should get in good shape."
"This matter is crucial. There can't be any mistakes."
Orochimaru and Chiyama Gekko nodded and then left the Hokage Building.
After they left, Hiruzen Sarutobi went alone to Uzumaki Mito's residence.
"Lady Mito, as you asked, I've informed them."
"Hehe, thanks, monkey."
"However, Lady Mito, I don't quite understand. Why do we need to involve them when we could handle The Imminent Replacement of the Ninth Tailed Beast privately?"
"This was decided after I discussed it with Kushina. That girl chose Minato Namikaze to protect her."
Speaking of Kushina, Uzumaki Mito showed a loving smile.
"I picked Chiyama Gekko just to confirm one thing. As for Orochimaru, since Chiyama Gekko is his disciple now, having him go along is also an extra safeguard."
"Monkey, I heard that the nearby ninja villages have been restless again recently?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded, a hint of solemnity on his face.
"Don't fret. With me around, Konoha Village won't face any trouble."
"That's good. Monkey, I'm leaving the future to you. I'm tired. Let me be on my own for a bit."
Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the First Hokage's wife, who had dedicated her whole life to Konoha and had also become a jinchuriki.
There was only respect for her in Sarutobi's heart.
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