They traveled through time at the same time, but the villainous scientist

Chapter 30 Jiraiya: Snake Bro, no!

Although there was a slight hiccup in the process, and I was tricked by that old woman, almost capsizing in the gutter.

But the result was not bad.

Orochimaru not only successfully learned the Sage Techniques of Ryuchi Cave, but also signed a summoning contract with Ryuchi Cave.

And just like that, another month slipped by quietly.

During this month, apart from completing two missions, Orochimaru devoted most of his energy to the research of Sage Mode.

To enter Sage Mode, there are generally two steps.

The first step is to sense natural energy.

This step requires practitioners to harmonize their mind and body with nature, entering a state of "stillness".

It sounds mysterious, but for Orochimaru, who has experience training in the world of "One Person," it's not difficult.

With his eyes closed and his mind focused, he could clearly "see" the omnipresent natural energy floating in the air.

The second step is to absorb natural energy and integrate it with one's own spiritual and physical energy (i.e., chakra) to achieve a perfect balance.

In theory, once these two steps are completed, Sage Mode is considered mastered.

But the problem lies in... actual combat.

Combining these two steps and maintaining Sage Mode reliably in the midst of ever-changing battles is no small feat.

It's practically an impossible task.

At least, that's how it is for him right now.

Every time I tried to absorb natural energy while moving or distracted, the result was the same—my body instantly lost its balance, and I almost turned to stone on the spot.

To figure out the problem, he even made a special trip to Ryuchi Cave to consult the White Snake Immortal who had tricked him so badly.

The old woman pretended not to understand and said something.
"Activating immortal techniques during battle?"

Why should we even consider this kind of question?

"Doesn't natural energy actively enter the body?"

"Does it really need to be absorbed specifically?"

That matter-of-fact tone almost made Orochimaru laugh out loud.

have to.

Asking is pointless.

Orochimaru finally understood.

For a creature like the White Snake Immortal, absorbing natural energy is as natural as breathing and drinking water—it's an instinct ingrained in its genes.

Just like a normal person needs to think about how to walk or how to jump, right?
No need.

But the people in this world are different.

Aside from Jugo's special constitution, which is born with the ability to absorb natural energy, most people struggle even to perceive natural energy.

Not to mention absorption and control.

Even a protagonist like Naruto needs the toad oil from Mount Myōboku as an aid to barely get started.

to be honest.

Compared to creatures like the white snake and the toad, humans are like people born without legs.

Now, if we want to learn how to "walk" (absorb natural energy), we naturally have to start from scratch.

It's inevitable that you'll stumble and fall at the beginning, even getting bruised and battered.

As for when I'll be able to walk as fast as a normal person?
God knows.

Thinking of this, Orochimaru couldn't help but recall some details from the original work.

His "original" form, the Yamata no Orochi form he later displayed, was probably for the purpose of researching sage techniques, in addition to pursuing greater power and twisted immortality.

After all, the way the curse seal was developed to that extent, and the method of injecting the power of the curse seal, were exactly the same as the immortal techniques of Ryuchi Cave.

Perhaps that's why Kabuto was able to master Sage Mode so quickly after inheriting his cells; it's probably inseparable from this "legacy."

But it was the result of a lot of time, a lot of resources, and even the use of precious research materials like Jugo.

He has neither the manpower nor the time.

Want to reissue it?
It's practically impossible...

"That is to say..."

"In the short term, this Sage Mode is basically just for show and has no practical value in combat."

Orochimaru rubbed his temples and came to a somewhat painful conclusion.

Based on his chakra reserves, he can't compare to Naruto, who can create hundreds of shadow clones and generate Rasengan at any time.

The shadow clones were created, but the chakra of a single clone was simply insufficient to suppress the raging natural energy.

In other words, the method of absorbing natural energy using shadow clones is no longer possible...

He had also confirmed with the White Snake Sage that the snakes of Ryuchi Cave could not cooperate to activate Sage Mode like Fukasaku and Shima.

"However... it is precisely because there are so many questions that it is worth studying."

Thinking of this, Orochimaru smiled. It was precisely because of this that it was worth studying.

……

the next day.

Orochimaru took the initiative to find Jiraiya.

At that time, Jiraiya had just finished his morning training and was leaning on the windowsill, grinning foolishly at the female ninjas sweating on the training field, while also scribbling in his notebook.

"Yo, Orochimaru, what a rare guest."

"What do you want from me?"

Jiraiya greeted them without turning his head, his pen still flying across the notebook.

"It's nothing, just some new findings that I wanted to show you."

Orochimaru ignored his banter, walked over to him, and spoke calmly.

"Ok?"

Jiraiya was taken aback when he heard this, as he naturally knew that his teammate was doing research.

But is it really necessary to specifically demonstrate this to a layman like him?

The words had barely left his lips when... *Buzz!*
A surge of powerful and pure energy erupted from Orochimaru's body.

A strange purple eyeshadow quickly appeared at the corner of his eyes, and fine white snake scales, shimmering with a cold luster, could be vaguely seen on his bare neck and the back of his hands.

His aura instantly became powerful...

"Um?!!!!"

Jiraiya's pen fell to the ground with a "thud".

He turned his head sharply, his eyes wide, staring at Orochimaru in disbelief.

His expression was as if he had seen a ghost in broad daylight.

"Sage... Sage Mode?!"

"You...you...how do you know Sage Mode?!"

Jiraiya's voice even sounded a little off.

He himself spent several months being tormented by those toad immortals on Mount Myōboku in order to learn this thing, and he still hasn't even gotten close to the basics.

As a result, Orochimaru, that guy with thick eyebrows and big eyes, actually learned it without saying a word?

Shouldn't this be true?
But the next moment, Jiraiya noticed Orochimaru's features, which were not those of a toad.

"you……"

Upon discovering this, Jiraiya was about to ask further when Orochimaru interrupted him.

"I'm not from Mount Myōboku. The Sage Techniques I learned come from Ryūchi Cave."

Orochimaru deactivated Sage Mode, and the strange phenomena on his body quickly faded, returning him to his normal appearance.

He briefly explained the existence of Ryuchi Cave and how he was "invited" there to learn magic.

"...I see, there are places like Ryuchi Cave."

"So you came to see me today to show off?"

After hearing this, Jiraiya showed a look of sudden realization, followed by a hint of curiosity.

He never expected that Orochimaru would have a similar experience to his...

"No, I just wanted to invite you to study immortal arts together."

Orochimaru nodded, then changed the subject.

"what?"

Jiraiya was stunned for a moment.

"Let's study it together?"

"That's right, currently we're probably the only ones who can sense natural energy..."

Since you are also learning immortal arts, why don't we share information and verify each other's findings?

Orochimaru nodded; this was his reason for coming to find Jiraiya.

"That's it~"

Jiraiya stroked his chin, lost in thought.

Orochimaru's suggestion was indeed very tempting.

He was equally curious and eager about magic.

Moreover, he was also very curious about how Orochimaru had mastered Sage Mode in such a short time.

There must be some trick to it!
"it is good!"

"I agreed!"

After a brief moment of thought, Jiraiya nodded vigorously.

"Come with me."

Orochimaru smiled noncommittally.

He turned around and led Jiraiya toward the research lab.

Jiraiya followed curiously.

When the laboratory door opened, even the well-traveled Jiraiya was taken aback by the sight before him.

The spacious and bright space was filled with all sorts of machines that looked unaffordable. Glassware was bubbling away, and a faint smell of disinfectant filled the air.

"Tsk tsk tsk, you're something else, where did you get so much good stuff?"

Jiraiya was like Grandma Liu entering the Grand View Garden, looking around in amazement.

"Just something I did casually."

"Okay, stop looking."

"Take off your clothes and stand on it."

Orochimaru walked to a platform and pointed to it.

"Ok?"

Upon hearing this, Jiraiya's astonishment froze instantly.

He slowly turned his head to look at Orochimaru, his eyes becoming somewhat strange.

Take...take off your clothes?

Countless thoughts flashed through his mind in an instant.

Although Tsunade has a bad temper and an average figure, at least she's pretty, right?