I, Uchiha: Split Konoha

Chapter 186 Tsunade's Research

"You didn't finish what you were saying last night. What other dirty things are still going on in the village that you haven't told us?"

The dashing Tsunade crossed her arms. Although she didn't want to get involved, she still wanted to know just how bold these shameless old guys were and how many dirty things they had done.

"The Third Hokage dispatched his second son, Sarutobi Asuma, to the Daimyo's residence to become one of the Twelve Guardian Ninja."

Uchiha Yoru's words immediately startled Tsunade. After all, the Mangekyou Sharingan and the manipulation of such a huge conspiracy meant that these old guys definitely had a conspiracy involved.

"There's always been a sentiment in Daimyo Prefecture that the Land of Fire needs two jades, but some within Daimyo Prefecture believe one jade is enough!"

Before Uchiha Yoru could finish speaking, Tsunade, with a gloomy face, let out a cold snort, and the ground beneath her feet cracked open with fine tortoise-shell patterns.

Upon seeing this scene, Uchiha Yoru's pupils contracted. The black high heels, due to the slight power he revealed, instantly caused damage to the ground, which was completely out of place with his fair, jade-like feet painted with red nail polish and exuding a playful air.

"Kid, that's just your wild guess."

It is obvious that when Uchiha Yoru said this suspicion, it was entirely his own speculation without any evidence, simply because Sarutobi Asuma went to the Daimyo's residence.

After all, this conspiracy theory is too big, big enough to start a conflict between the Daimyo's mansion and the ninja village.

The daimyo's prefecture and the ninja villages were interdependent and coexisted. At the same time, the war-torn ninja world made both sides very restrained. The daimyo could not do without the huge war machine of the ninja villages, and the ninja villages could not do without the financial and material support of the daimyo's prefecture.

Faced with Tsunade's threatening gaze, Uchiha Yoru feigned silence. This act immediately made Tsunade's eyes narrow. This brat was too hateful; who knew how many secrets he was hiding?

"Hey, brat, as a Konoha ninja and the current First Hokage's weapon is out there. It's your responsibility to find it and retrieve it. Also, your Wood Release!"

At this point, a complex emotion appeared in Tsunade's bright brown eyes. The fact that Wood Release had awakened an outsider is another story. Why was it the Uchiha?

"Kid, come back to town with me. I need to give you a thorough check-up."

As the princess of the Senju clan, Tsunade could not stand by and watch her Wood Release techniques wander outside, especially since it was from the Uchiha clan. Although the past grievances between the two clans were long gone, she was still alive.

Since this kid was able to awaken Wood Release, does that mean she also has a chance to awaken it?

As a medical ninja, it would be a lie to say that Tsunade hadn't done any research on this. Her research abilities might not be as good as Orochimaru's, but with a finished product in front of her, she could easily analyze it herself.

……

On the high seas, a small boat sailed towards the Land of Water. At this moment, Mei Terumi, inside the cabin, looked at the scrolls tucked into her weapon pouch, and a look of reminiscence appeared in her eyes.

It turned out that Uchiha Yoru had secretly slipped the ninja tool pouch into her waistband during that heart-wrenching farewell kiss.

Mei Terumi, realizing what was happening, couldn't help but show a hint of annoyance and disappointment. "So it wasn't an impulsive act to take advantage, but rather a way to cover up this action."

Slowly unrolling the scroll, a blood-red three-tomoe Sharingan appeared. In the instant their eyes met, Mei Terumi's gaze went vacant.

The spiritual world.

Uchiha Yoru's expression turned grave as he said in a deep voice, "I knew you would find out. Although you have the Sharingan's blessing, this wisp of chakra cannot last long, so I'll keep it brief."

"What I said is absolutely true. If you really want to save Kirigakure, then unite with the powerful and influential people in the village, while you secretly gather forces outside. Just wait for the right time, and once you make your move, you can coordinate from the inside and outside."

"The clues I've uncovered indicate that Kirigakure's target for the next few years is the bloodline clans, and even all bloodline ninjas. You need to secretly rescue these bloodline ninjas to preserve some of Kirigakure's strength."

"And one more thing!" At this moment, Uchiha Yoru's figure was already somewhat illusory due to the depletion of his spiritual power and chakra. He paused for a moment, then looked up at the other person and said softly, "I'm sorry."

This apology might be an apology for the huge conspiracy that Konoha started, or it might be an apology between the two parties.

As Uchiha Yoru was about to dissipate, Mei Terumi smiled and slowly walked over, her slender index finger actually lifting the other's chin.

With an extremely provocative expression, Mei Terumi smiled seductively, narrowing her beautiful emerald green eyes. "Uchiha clan, your mental genjutsu is quite good, but this time..."

*Sob*

As the spiritual world slowly dissipated, Terumi Mei's gaze in the outside world gradually focused. After completely emerging from the illusion, she couldn't help but squint her eyes and lick her lips, savoring the feeling from just now.

This kind of illusion sealed on a scroll cannot be transmitted back to the original body like a shadow clone, which is why Mei Terumi dared to be so audacious.

It's like a dream. In reality, she has too many things to worry about, but in her dream, she wants to let loose.

"Looks like I still have some charm."

Facing the wind and waves, Mei Terumi squinted. At that moment, she recalled the horrific scene when she was stabbed twice by him during their first meeting, and couldn't help but mutter to herself, "Who could have imagined it would come to this?"

It's obvious that Konoha is also internally unstable, and Konoha's conspiracy is indeed too terrifying. She may need to rely on Uchiha Yoru's power, or perhaps the two sides need to cooperate.

From a public perspective, Uchiha Yoru might be able to cause turmoil in Konoha and alleviate the pressure on Kirigakure. From a private perspective...

Mei Terumi's expression turned solemn as she gazed in the direction of Kirigakure. Her romantic feelings had long been suppressed. Her dream had once been to change Kirigakure, and now it was to thwart this enormous conspiracy.

"Master Yuan, it seems you can't hide this time."

Was Kirigakure completely wrong in gradually weakening the power of the bloodline clans? Not necessarily. The bloodline clans occupied too many resources, and weakening them would only make them more obedient. The resources freed up would then be distributed to ordinary ninjas.

The ultimate goal is for the Mizukage to have more influence in Kirigakure, and that's what some people are thinking.

This is why the Yuan Master remained silent, and why countless bloodline families also chose to remain silent, because they all believed that the Mizukage only wanted to reclaim some of the power.

No one expected that the Fourth Mizukage's determination was to eliminate all bloodline ninjas in the Land of Water.

Uchiha Yoru was unaware of the drastic changes that were taking place in Kirigakure, the Village Hidden in the Mist of the Land of Water. He only knew that he did not want to leave his homeland. Konoha occupied the most fertile area, so why should he leave?

Konoha was founded by the Uchiha and Senju clans. If anyone left, it was someone else, definitely not the Uchiha clan.

He did this not to prove anything, but to reclaim what the Uchiha clan had lost.

……

Inside urban housing.

Uchiha Yoru returned disguised as the silver-haired Sesshomaru, looking utterly hopeless. Inside the heavily concealed room, Tsunade frowned, summoning various instruments to examine her body.

"How is that possible? Grandpa's cells have an extremely strong phagocytic ability, even if they are diluted hundreds of times as you said, they are still like that."

At this moment, Tsunade showed an angry expression, as if to say, "You're lying to me."

Lying on the hospital bed, Uchiha Yoru smiled bitterly and said, "I've told you everything I know about Orochimaru-sensei's experimental reports."

"First, the cells of the First Hokage are diluted a hundredfold. Then, toxins are used to weaken the cells with strong vitality. Finally, they are stabilized and cultivated. This process is repeated several times until the cells are stabilized, and then a weakened version of the First Hokage's cells can be obtained."

Hearing Uchiha Yoru's words, Tsunade frowned and said in a deep voice, "What method can we use to stabilize the cells? The cells that are beginning to weaken have already been damaged, and it is almost impossible to cultivate stable cells."

"Sage Art!" Faced with Tsunade's doubts, Uchiha Yoru got straight to the point, pointing to the three black tomoe-shaped curse marks on his neck.

Tsunade immediately looked enlightened, "Orochimaru truly lives up to his reputation as a genius."

This time, Tsunade praised Orochimaru, which is rare for her. As the saying goes, everyone has their own strengths and specializations, and Orochimaru's knowledge in scientific research is ridiculously strong.

"Cursed Seal, I've read Jiraiya's analysis of you."

At this moment, Tsunade stepped forward, her large, fragrant white breasts appearing before him, and an alluring scent wafting around her nose. However, Uchiha Yoru closed his eyes upon seeing this scene.

At this moment, Tsunade was standing in front of Uchiha Yoru, whose head was turned to face her chest. She then solemnly extended her palm to probe for the presence of the cursed seal.

However, when she saw Uchiha Yoru's calm demeanor with his eyes closed, Tsunade's lips slowly curled up, but she couldn't help but feign a serious expression. "Use your cursed seal. I need to study it carefully."

Immediately after Uchiha Yoru used the power of the cursed seal, the three black tomoe turned hot, as if they had come alive, and slowly spread to half of his body.

"This is the first half of the curse seal's state."

Immediately afterward, the power of the cursed seal began to activate again, and black flame patterns spread all over his body. With his eyes closed, Uchiha Yoru said in a deep voice, "This is Cursed Seal One: Perfect State."

At this moment, Tsunade revealed a burning gaze, and while examining the object, she couldn't help but praise, "Orochimaru is truly a genius; he actually thought of a way to use the cursed seal."

"The curse seal is a type of sealing technique. It uses the power of sealing techniques to trap and weaken this powerful and uncontrollable force, and then brings it under one's control when necessary."

Various professional terms came out of her mouth, and Tsunade excitedly took off her gloves, her fair and delicate hands glowing with a pale green light as she checked herself up and down.

"By controlling the natural energy into the body with the unique sealing power of the cursed seal, it mixes with the chakra to form this artificial Sage Chakra, which also enhances the body's strength and speed."

"Although it can't be called a magic technique, and it can only be considered a half-finished product, it is truly a genius idea."

Faced with new knowledge, Tsunade gradually became engrossed and revealed an excited expression. "Your form can be called Pseudo-Sage Mode."

"The black lines, which are covered all over the body like tattoos, are the parts that absorb natural energy. Because they are uncontrollable and are also restrained by the power of the seal, the cursed seal can be said to be a valve that automatically absorbs natural energy but can be controlled within a certain range."

"Logically speaking, natural energy is the most difficult to control. If your body cannot withstand the state of the cursed tattoo, then under the restraint of the curse, at most it will corrode the cells in the black pattern area, and the curse may even be forcibly sealed as your body cannot withstand it."

"By the way! Is this a full-body one?"

Tsunade, speaking in technical jargon, excitedly began a full examination. Inadvertently, she lifted her lower body, and when she saw this from a scientific doctor's perspective, she breathed heavily and showed excitement.

His legs, with their prominent veins, were now not only swollen and red, but also covered with black lines.

Seeing this, Tsunade showed no embarrassment but rather excitement, and, acting entirely from a doctor's perspective, she grasped Uchiha Yoru's leg.

Under careful examination, even Uchiha Yoru was embarrassed and blushed. He could clearly feel the warmth of her hands, and she kept fiddling with them as she examined him.

"As expected, my guess was right. The cursed seal also has a restraining ability. The cells in the weaker parts are relatively weaker and absorb less natural energy."

As she examined the thigh, Tsunade noticed it gradually turning red and began to tremble. At first, she could only hold it with one hand, but later she could barely manage with both hands.

He was immediately shocked and muttered to himself, "The power of the cursed seal can strengthen the body. It is indeed all-encompassing. It can even strengthen the 'legs'."

Facing the constant examination and fluctuations of the jade hand was simply torture, especially since the other party was so close that he could even clearly feel the sensation of her breath.

Furthermore, the touch of those hands, imbued with medical chakra, was both icy and warm, creating a sensation of extreme contrasts. To make matters worse, Tsunade continued to perform various medical ninjutsu examinations.

This inspection required extremely sensitive touch in all aspects, even! Even!

puff~

In an instant, Uchiha Yoru closed his eyes and pretended to be dead. His body was already in a state of excitement under the cursed seal state, and being constantly messed with by you, coupled with this strange difference in status, was simply a mental stimulation.

The physical arousal from the cursed seal, combined with the stimulation from Tsunade's continuous use of medical ninjutsu, and the mental stimulation, created a double effect!

"You brat!"

Tsunade, who was still engrossed in scientific analysis, suddenly revealed her anger. At this moment, her face, hair, and even the ceiling of the room were covered in essence.

As she cursed under her breath, a strange odor emanated from the corner of her mouth. However, given the precious experimental material at hand, even the disgusting Tsunade forced herself to snort and slap the tree root hard.

puff~

Good grief, this isn't over yet.

"As expected, the cursed seal also causes the body to release adrenaline and accelerates blood flow to the heart, and you!"

At this point, Tsunade's expression turned serious. She looked at Uchiha Yoru and said in a deep voice, "Logically speaking, although the power of the cursed seal weakens Sage Mode and even achieves a state of restraint, it still corrodes the body. Ordinary ninjas simply cannot withstand the power of the cursed seal."

"Your body is very strange, or rather, the curse seal after your cells fused can adjust according to the strength of the parasitic cells, almost to the point of not harming the cells. In other words, you are the host of the perfect curse seal."

"Through the curse you cast, as long as one can withstand the erosion of the curse, one can gradually adapt to the new host. This is an extremely dangerous yet alluring power."

After completing the inspection, Tsunade's eyes lit up, and she stared intently at Uchiha Yoru, completely forgetting the embarrassing scene that had just occurred.

(End of this chapter)