Naruto: The Uchiha's Scientific Madman

Orochimaru is very fond of researching forbidden techniques.

He had scientific research ingrained in his very being, even after a major battle in which his body was severely depleted.

He didn't even think about taking a break and immediately got into the zone.

Qing felt inferior; at least after a battle, what he wanted most was to have a good meal.

Yongji Cave is located deep underground.

Apart from snake eggs, I didn't see any other ingredients.

I don't know if the teacher has any at home.

"Teacher, is there anything to eat at home?"

Qing glanced around the room and saw that there were hardly any daily necessities.

Most of them were filled with book scrolls.

Several bookshelves were filled with all kinds of scroll books.

The only indication that someone lives here is that there's a set of bedding and pillows on the tatami mats; otherwise, it could easily be mistaken for a study.

Are you hungry?

"There's some dry food in the next room; we can just boil some water and eat it."

Orochimaru answered without even looking up.

He doesn't have any particular taste in food; as long as he can fill his stomach and satisfy his body's needs, that's enough for him.

Upon hearing this, Qing got up and went to the next room.

The room was simply furnished, with a stove and rotten firewood beside it.

In the cold and damp Ryuchi Cave, this type of wood cannot be preserved for long periods of time.

The only one that has existed for a relatively long time is the temple of the immortals. It is mostly built of stone and wood and is nourished by the natural energy of the White Snake Immortal, which is why it has been able to survive for hundreds of years.

Orochimaru's residence looks like it was just built recently.

Qing searched around the room and finally found about ten pounds of flour in a jar.

There were also some strange beans, salt, sugar and other seasonings on the shelf.

Based on the description I remember, these should be the ingredients for making natto.

These beans are fermenting.

There was a pile of eggs in the corner, but I don't know how long they'd been there.

Qing quickly processed the flour and started fermenting it. Then she went next door to ask Wan She for a few snake eggs.

Manda had no reason to refuse.

I easily obtained ten snake eggs.

Simply steam a bun.

Unfortunately, I didn't have yeast, so I could only make unleavened steamed buns.

Then I used snake eggs to make omelets.

These are all relatively simple methods.

It was done in just over an hour.

Although it was very simple, it was much better than what he ate when he was learning snake script from Mizuki.

There's no white flour on Mizuki's side; snakes only occasionally bring her some blood food.

Most of them are animals.

One day, they even gave him a human hand.

He ended up drinking only water all day.

"Teacher, would you like something to eat?"

Ao brought the unleavened steamed buns to Orochimaru, along with a plate of egg pancakes, about five or six in total.

He had already eaten his fill in the kitchen.

Orochimaru smelled the aroma, put down the scroll, and glanced at it a few times... bread?

Food I've never seen before.

It's whiter than bread.

He picked up the steamed bun and took a bite.

It has a sweet taste.

Did you add some white sugar?

Hot food warms you up inside.

feel good.

Orochimaru felt like he hadn't had a proper meal in a long time.

I never expected that Uchiha Ao would also be a cook.

Have we discovered another one of his special talents?

"The taste is not bad."

Orochimaru nodded in satisfaction. Compared to cold food and dry rations, this bread-like food was acceptable. After finishing it, he picked up the egg pancake next to him.

"Teacher, there are snake eggs inside, you don't mind, do you?"

Ao reminded him, thinking that Orochimaru's soul had already transformed into the White Phosphorus Serpent, and worried that he might have some grudges.

Orochimaru didn't answer, but simply picked up the pancake and took a small bite.

"Qing, your cooking skills are pretty good."

After tasting it, Orochimaru's eyes lit up, and he praised it happily.

He was clearly very satisfied with the egg pancake.

He finished one pancake in a few bites and quickly took another one from the bowl.

After a simple meal.

Orochimaru took out two apples from his sleeve, handed one to Ao, and took a bite himself.

"The next step involves research on bloodline limits. How are your preparations going? We'll begin once you return from your mission..."

Are you confident?

Orochimaru asked. Research on bloodline limits, which involve the power of bloodlines, was not within his scope of consideration.

This was merely a side project in his research on immortality.

Qing took the apple, took a bite, and found it quite sweet.

"Teacher, research on bloodline limits doesn't seem complicated to me. In the process of researching materials over this period of time, I found that it can be divided into two main categories."

"First is the nature transformation type, which means that some ninjas can simultaneously control two basic chakra natures and complete the nature fusion to create a brand new ninjutsu, which can be called a bloodline limit, such as ice release, lava release, etc."

Secondly, there are mutated constitutions or organ types, which are caused by special bloodline power or organ mutations, such as the Sharingan, Byakugan, and Uzumaki constitution, etc.

"I don't think the former is worth studying at the moment. It involves the talent of chakra mastery and doesn't have much scientific value. The latter is the key to our research. Research on bloodline power can help us understand the influence of human bloodlines on talent as soon as possible."

"Moreover, it has a high degree of heritability and is relatively easy to replicate."

"Once we have thoroughly studied the bloodline talent types and bloodline limits, it will be much easier for us to study chakra talents."

Qing answered methodically.

Qing then shared some of her research insights from this period of time in one go.

Orochimaru munched on an apple, nodding occasionally in approval.

"Very good, looks like you've put in a lot of effort."

"Chakra has been passed down since the Ninjutsu era. Throughout the history of ninjas, there have been countless ninjutsu techniques, and all the bloodline limits that can be passed down are related to bloodline."

"Mastering one chakra nature transformation is enough to be called a Jonin, while mastering two chakra nature transformations is enough to make one an elite in every ninja village."

"It is indeed troublesome to study."

"However, I must remind you that the fusion of bloodline limits is extremely complex, and you need to be fully prepared before proceeding. This will prevent the waste of experimental materials. Currently, I have no source of income, and every piece of experimental material is extremely important."

"Which direction do you plan to take?"

Orochimaru gave his instructions.

Next, he needs to build a platform to generate revenue to ensure that his research will not be interrupted due to funding issues.

"I understand, teacher."

"As for the specific direction, I've decided on the Hyuga bloodline, which I'm quite familiar with."

Qing answered solemnly.

"Hmm... Hyuga!? Aren't you more familiar with the Uchiha bloodline... Now that you've made your judgment, make the best of it."

Orochimaru felt that this kid was implying something about him.

But he didn't respond.

There's no time to cause trouble for the Hyuga clan right now.

He has more important things to do.

"I understand. Teacher, I have one more question. Do you know anything about magic?"

Ao nodded and asked Orochimaru a question that had been buried in his heart.

"The White Snake Immortal gave me a cultivation inheritance, which I have just been able to understand a little bit of, but I have encountered some new problems."

He did not conceal the gift from the White Snake Immortal, but he omitted the details of the immortal's snake molt.

He confessed it directly.

Orochimaru looked at it with surprise for a few moments, then said in astonishment, "Sage Technique? The Sage once told me that it's a completely new power different from chakra, but I'm not interested."

"Moreover, the immortal also said that I have no talent for cultivating immortal arts."

"Since he thinks highly of you, then give it a try... But you need to be careful, natural energy can be very harmful to the body, so stop immediately if you notice anything wrong."

A hint of envy flashed in Orochimaru's eyes.

In fact, the White Snake Immortal had taught him immortal arts, but his body could not withstand the natural energy, so he was forced to give it up.

They were later forced to develop the Cursed Seal, a clever way to enhance their strength by borrowing natural energy.

Natural energy is key to performing magical arts.

The closer the relationship, the more powerful the magical techniques that can be used.

The stronger Qing becomes, the greater the help he will receive in the future.

Orochimaru did not hinder Ao's training in this area.