Saving the Uchiha clan starts with becoming the clan leader.

He later discovered that the forbidden technique of the Earth Spider Clan had never truly submitted to him. The forbidden technique was still repelling him, but initially, the power granted by the pale flesh had suppressed the repulsive reaction of the Earth Spider Clan's forbidden technique, preventing him from dying on the spot.

However, because he frequently used forbidden techniques...

That fragile balance has already been broken.

He discovered that the forbidden technique of the Earth Spider clan, which he had originally intended to use as his strongest hand, had suddenly become a noose around his neck. What's even more ridiculous is that he had willingly stuck his head in it, only to find himself in an inescapable knot.

After that,

It's all about finding a way to survive.

Marco didn't want to die for such a ridiculous reason, so he tried everything he could to survive over the next two years. The elusive Uchiha Madara also tried to help him, but unfortunately, Uchiha Madara was clearly not an omnipotent god and couldn't solve his problem.

Until recently—

The location is in the forest in the northern part of the Land of Fire.

“Hiruko? This name seems... I've never heard of it before?” Sitting by the campfire, Kazuma frowned and pondered for two seconds before shaking his head. The name was unfamiliar to him. In order to deal with Konoha, he had, of course, worked hard to learn about Konoha's intelligence.

But that only applies to the current Konoha.

A rogue ninja who had defected more than a decade ago and whose whereabouts were unknown was not within the scope of his investigation. He also had no intention of cooperating with these rogue ninjas. These unruly guys were too difficult to control, and cooperating with them would cause too much trouble. He would rather spend more time cultivating some capable subordinates himself.

"This Beiluhu might be able to solve your problem."

Obito Uchiha, wearing an orange-red swirling mask, sat opposite Kazuma.

"How to say?"

"You probably haven't heard of the Demon Sprout Technique, have you? After all, you don't know the name Hiruko."

"Never heard of it."

"The Demon Sprout Technique is a forbidden technique developed by the Second Hokage. Its ability is fusion. As far as I know, it can fuse different animals, and even fuse humans and animals."

"It is said that the Second Hokage developed this forbidden technique in preparation for having those less talented ninjas integrate parts of powerful ninja beasts to create war weapons that were not afraid of being worn out, thus achieving victory in the chaotic Warring States period. However, before it could be implemented, it was discovered and stopped by the First Hokage during the experiment, and it was directly classified as forbidden."

"Hiruko defected from Konoha because he was researching this forbidden technique."

He Ma's eyes twitched as he listened.

How come it's the Second Hokage again? Just how many forbidden techniques did this Second Hokage develop? It seems like every forbidden technique related to Konoha eventually traces back to this Second Hokage. Who exactly is he?!

However, setting aside this insignificant thought, a sudden realization struck Kazuma: "So, this Ghost Sprout Technique can completely and truly integrate the Earth Spider's forbidden technique into my body?"

"I do not know either."

Obito Uchiha shrugged.

I don't know what nonsense you're spouting.

He Ma's lips twitched, but he barely managed to hold back from cursing.

"But it wouldn't hurt to give it a try, would it? Hiruko is a rogue ninja from Konoha, which fits your requirements perfectly. There's even a chance to recruit an ally. In short, I think it's worth a try. Kazuma, what do you think?"

I think there are many problems.

Kazuma's face darkened.

give it a try?

It's easy to say, but what if something goes wrong? Isn't this just going to be someone's experimental subject? However, through these repeated encounters, he had long realized that the masked man in front of him was not an easy opponent. He still hadn't figured out a way to counter that space-time technique.

Furthermore,

He took a breath.

A wave of unsettling pressure surged through his chest, a truly unbearable feeling. He had no other choice but to either find a way to survive within a year or go to Konoha and make a desperate last stand, hoping to drag Konoha down with him.

Of course, given his current state, to be honest, the chances of him getting Konoha to pay for his death are not very high.

Where is that Beiliuhu?

"Don't rush."

Obito Uchiha was not surprised by Kazuma's choice at all. He continued, "Simply finding Hiruko is useless. Hiruko is not my or anyone else's puppet. Even if he is truly capable, there is no reason for him to say that he must help you solve the problem. The excuse that he is also an enemy of Konoha... is definitely useless."

He Ma fell silent.

This may not sound pleasant, but you have to admit it's true.

“So, I’ve prepared a gift for you, or you could say a ‘sacrifice’.” After saying this, Obito Uchiha snapped his fingers lightly, and then, under Kazuma’s gaze, a pale, hairless, and genderless humanoid creature emerged from the ground.

I sensed a familiar presence from this humanoid creature and the horse.

Just like the piece of flesh transplanted into him that helped him successfully incorporate the forbidden technique of the Earth Spider Clan into his body, both were identical in both aura and color.

"What's this?"

He asked Ma.

"These are offerings."

"No, that's not what I'm asking. What I want to know is, what exactly is this thing? A human? A humanoid monster, or...?"

“Originally, there were some things I didn’t intend to reveal in advance, but… it’s not very meaningful now.” If nothing unexpected happens, Uchiha Sogen had already captured a White Zetsu five years ago. Five years is enough time to extract some useful information from that White Zetsu. There’s not much point in hiding some things; it’s better to bring them out and make them more useful.

"This thing is a 'soldier' ​​created based on the cells of the First Hokage."

"The First Hokage?!"

Kazuma looked surprised.

Good guy,

And suddenly this great figure has been brought up again, the cells of the First Hokage and all that... Could this guy really be Madara Uchiha?

"That's right. In fact, I was hoping you would awaken the power of Wood Release, but it seems that the amount transplanted was too small. Of course, it may also be due to the influence of the forbidden technique of the Tsuchigumo clan, which prevented you from awakening Wood Release... Well, I'm getting off topic. Anyway, you can use this to deal with Hiruko. How you use it is up to you. I think you should be able to bring out its value."

"I understand."

Kazuma nodded.

To reiterate, regardless of what happens in the future, we now share a common enemy: Konoha. Before defeating this formidable foe, it would be ideal if our allies were as strong and well-established as possible.

“Since this thing is a soldier, it looks like a living being… How do we control it? What control techniques do we need to learn?” Kazuma stared at the white Zetsu standing in the darkness.

"No need for that complicated process. This thing has a certain level of thinking ability, and it will unconditionally and completely obey your commands. You only need to give verbal orders. Even if you send it to its death, it won't be a problem. Of course, training such soldiers is not easy, so please don't waste them."

"Can commands be given using only language?"

Kazuma's doubts did not fade. He thought for a moment and said, "In that case, let me sign a summoning contract with him! It will keep him from being too far away from me, but also from being too close. I will summon him when I need to use him. I wonder if this is feasible?"

Summoning techniques are not limited to summoning ninja beasts.

strictly speaking,

Spiritualism can summon all living things and even inanimate objects, including birds and beasts, flowers, insects, fish, swords, spears, and halberds... all of them. Humans are naturally included in this category, as long as the conditions are met, they can be summoned.

Of course, human summoning differs from the summoning of ninja beasts and ninja tools in some details.

First of all, it is very rare for humans to sign a psychic contract. It is useless for the strong to summon the weak, and for the weak to summon the strong... This is simply unrealistic. There are many similar issues, and the reasons are so complex that if they were to be explained one by one, it would probably take ten thousand words. In short, although a psychic contract is not a master-servant contract, generally speaking, the person being psychic cannot resist the psychic's summons.

There is also the ability to summon humans without signing a summoning contract, but that has strict distance limitations and can only be used within a certain range. The most typical example is the messengers such as Iruka who were summoned by the combined Heaven and Earth Scroll in the original Chunin Exams.

In conclusion,

It's rare for humans to sign a summoning spell with each other, but it's not impossible. However, White Zetsu isn't exactly human, is it?

"Okay, as I said, the specific usage rights have already been given to you."

Obito Uchiha readily agreed.

then--

This led to the trip to Milou Mountain with Ma and others.

This led to the current situation where Kazuma is lying on the operating table undergoing examination by Hiruko. As Obito Uchiha had predicted, Hiruko simply could not refuse such a 'gift' as soldiers created from the cells of the First Hokage.

This smells so damn good.

As a former Konoha ninja from the same era as the Legendary Sannin, he knew exactly how terrifying the First Hokage was!

And... just how tempting the Wood Release bloodline limit is.

Therefore, he decisively overturned his original design of a combination that integrates the five bloodline limits and began to conceive a new combination centered on Wood Release. As for whether it's true or false... hehe, the Oni-Garuru Technique is all about the physical body and bloodline. In this respect, he dares to call himself the best in the world (ps: self-righteous).

When Hiruko received the 'gift', he had already checked it and confirmed its authenticity; it wasn't the kind of thing that was falsely advertised.

Let's go back to the present—

“It won’t take that long, at most a year. Once I’m familiar with these two powers, I guarantee I can solve your problem within a year.” Hiruko was full of confidence. He even looked at Kazuma and said, “However, for me to spend a year solving your troubles… the price you paid before wasn’t enough.”

"Ha ha!"

Kazuma couldn't help but laugh.

sneer.

He stared at Hiruko, "Hiruko, you have quite the appetite. Pushing your luck is never a good thing. If you intend to use this to blackmail me, then I can only say you're dreaming. Even if it means death..."

"I haven't finished speaking yet, Ma. Be patient. If you want to break up with me, please wait until I finish speaking, okay?"

Hiruko wasn't angry at all. He was quite patient at this moment. It wouldn't be too late to study it slowly after his train of thought was interrupted. Anyway, he didn't lack time. "From what I understand, Kazuma, you seem to be planning to destroy Konoha and make the Fire Daimyo the true and only ruler of the Land of Fire, right?"

He Ma didn't speak; he wanted to see what tricks Beirukhu was going to play.

"As long as you are willing to help, once I have fully fused the five bloodline limits, I will go and crush Konoha. I will use my absolute strength to prove that talent is not the only factor that determines the upper limit of a ninja. Orochimaru, Jiraiya, Tsunade... I have not only caught up with them, but I will also completely surpass and crush them."

Hiruko stared intently at Kazuma.

Waiting for the other party's reply.

"You've seen my body. Unless this problem is resolved, there's not much I can do to help you." Kazuma didn't give a direct answer or rejection, but his words clearly showed that he was indeed tempted.

“That’s easy. Although it can’t be completely cured in a short time, it’s not difficult for me to just suppress it and prevent it from getting worse.” Hiruko’s lips, hidden under his high collar, curled up, revealing a chilling and sinister smile.

"Let's talk about it after you prove you have the ability."

He and Ma gave vague answers and never gave a definite reply.

However, this is enough for Hiruko. If nothing unexpected happens, Kazuma will soon become an extremely useful piece in his hands. At that time, he will not need to do everything himself and can devote all his energy to research.

To my shame,

He really didn't have much patience or interest in training his subordinates, so he never had any usable subordinates. They were all cheap goods that could be replenished quickly but were consumed even faster. Whenever there was a big problem, he had to personally take charge.

Whether I'm tired or not is secondary.