Uchiha's personal opinion

After the divine tree rose from the ground, due to the gradual depletion of natural energy, the alien settlements that had barely escaped the calamity began to experience racial degeneration and even extinction. Only the "Three Holy Lands" had relatively abundant natural energy, and with the use of various secret techniques to prevent the loss of natural energy, they were able to survive.

Even so, apart from the carefree Slug Immortal, the Toad Immortal and the White Snake Ancestor were actually trying to change everything.

However, the Great Toad Sage chose to target Hagoromo Otsutsuki, who had the characteristics of a saint, and successfully persuaded the two brothers to seal their mother on the moon, and then divide the power of the Divine Tree into the nine tailed beasts.

But no one, including the Sage of Six Paths, felt that this was a one-time solution.

As time goes by, the seal will eventually begin to break down for various inexplicable reasons, and Kaguya Otsutsuki will break free sooner or later; it's just a matter of time.

In response, Hamura Ōtsutsuki chose to leave a lineage on the moon to maintain the operation of the sealing barrier.

The Sage of Six Paths, also known as Hagoromo Otsutsuki, chose to support the rise of humanity, attempting to use human power to resolve the hidden dangers on the moon in the future.

Thus, the legend arose that the Sage of Six Paths founded the Ninja Sect and distributed chakra to humanity.

Meanwhile, with the rise of ninjas, the newly formed "ninja world" began to circulate theories about so-called "children of prophecy" or "saviors".

Although most people, including ninjas, regard this as the nonsense of a charlatan, the very existence of such a statement is a force capable of influencing the future.

After the Sage of Six Paths passed away, the ninjas belonging to the Indra and Ashura factions began to go from arguing to fighting, eventually leading to the complete split of the Ninja Sect.

War also gave rise to countless ninjutsu techniques.

With the explosive development of ninjutsu, countless heroes emerged from the ruins of the Otsutsuki era, gradually shedding ignorance and primitive worship, and acquiring power sufficient to contend with demons and gods.

Meanwhile, the Sage of Six Paths, lurking behind the scenes, and the so-called "holy land" are also silently absorbing the wisdom of human heroes.

Due to the devastation of war, coupled with the persistent talk of a "savior" and other pronouncements about the end of history, peace gradually became the long-cherished wish of ordinary people and even lower-ranking ninjas in the ninja world. This led to Hashirama Senju ending the Warring States period and ushering in an era of "one village, one country".

Until the Second Shinobi World War, the course of the shinobi world was constantly evolving according to the script of the Sage of Six Paths and the Great Toad Sage. Even if there were slight deviations, Mount Myōboku and Ryūchi Cave would use various means to "correct" the errors, whether intentionally or unintentionally.

However, the rise of Uchiha Tokumitsu completely disrupted their plans.

When they tried to "correct" the mistake again, they found that ordinary methods were no longer effective against Uchiha Tokumitsu.

When they began to stop hiding behind the scenes and try to intervene directly in the affairs of the ninja world, they found that Uchiha Tokumitsu's growth rate was no longer something that could be easily stopped.

"...Master White Snake, come out."

"The Toad Immortal suddenly said."

Immediately, a shadow appeared in the corner of the palace, and an old woman with a gloomy face emerged from the shadow.

"...You old toad, you can actually sense my presence!"

The white snake immortal, disguised as an old woman, said in a sinister tone, "It seems your imminent death is all an act!"

"If I hadn't lifted the restrictions along the way, do you think you could have entered Mount Myōboku silently?"

The Toad Immortal's voice echoed in the palace, "Besides, the clone technique you use was given to you by me!"

"Humph!"

The White Snake Immortal snorted coldly.

"The reason you came here on your own initiative must be because you sensed that person's abnormality, right?"

The Toad Immortal took the initiative to ask.

"And that brat Yu Yi must be getting restless too!"

The White Snake Immortal's words were barbed.

In the evolution of the ninja world, Mount Myōboku has benefited far more than Ryūchi Cave, which lies hidden beneath the Nine Netherworlds. This is something that the White Snake Sage has always resented.

"Once the seal breaks, it will be the end of the world."

The Toad Immortal didn't care about the White Snake Immortal's attitude.

After all, the fact that it came on its own initiative already shows that it couldn't sit still any longer.

"The origin of everything lies in that unplanned existence."

The White Snake Immortal said coldly.

"Indra's descendants must be destroyed!"

The Toad Immortal also expressed his opinion.

As for the self-restraint of closing the mountain after losing more than 5,000 toads in the battle of Mount Myōboku, that had long been forgotten by now.

……

"What are you thinking?!"

Inside the police headquarters office, Uchiha Tokumitsu, who arrived late, looked Orochimaru up and down in surprise.

"Compared to mastering the secrets of ninjutsu, I desire to obtain the more primal power of my bloodline!"

Orochimaru frantically washed his face with his long tongue, trying to calm himself down.

"Therefore, I am willing to accept all the seals and restrictions, even the seal that severs the root of tongue-related calamities!"

"Just let me study the power of the Uchiha clan!"

"I know that the group of incompetent and wasteful researchers at Fubuki Castle in the Land of Whirlpools have been researching natural energy and fire-style energy, but they haven't achieved anything!"

"I'm different! I can do it! With my abilities, I'm sure I can achieve results!"

"Even just a little bit! Just give me a tiny bit of Kaleidoscope Eye Power!"

Faced with Orochimaru's desperate pleas, Uchiha Tokumitsu was speechless.

The image of Orochimaru as a cold-blooded scientist that he had in mind completely collapsed. The person in front of him seemed like a hentai, willingly offering everything in order to gain the favor of his lord.

As for the seal that eradicates the root of tongue-related troubles...

Uchiha Tokumitsu did not believe that Orochimaru could truly be bound by this cursed seal.

Furthermore, relying solely on restrictive measures will inevitably lead to resistance and is ultimately detrimental to long-term success.

"...Do you want magic?"

Uchiha Tokumitsu suddenly asked.

"what?"

Orochimaru was startled, then overjoyed.

"Celestial arts?"

"Yes, magic!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu said with great certainty.

"want!"

Orochimaru's answer was resolute.

As for the kaleidoscope eye power that he had been desperately pleading for at the beginning, he immediately forgot about it.

So snakes were actually transformed eels...

Uchiha Tokumitsu clicked his tongue, expressing his "admiration" for Orochimaru's overly flexible stance.

Immediately, a white light condensed at his fingertips.

Orochimaru's eyes were immediately drawn to it.

This is magic...

After closing his eyes, Orochimaru seemed to sense the natural energy around him and, like a weary bird returning to its nest, actively immersed himself in the light emanating from Uchiha Tokumitsu's fingertips.

The natural energy that was originally unattainable suddenly became a readily available plaything, and its degree of control far exceeded his imagination.

Suddenly, Orochimaru felt a pang of sorrow in his heart.

It turns out that what I've been longing for but can't obtain is like this in front of Uchiha Tokumitsu...

Uchiha Tokumitsu carefully refined his first "Sage Technique Seed".

This is the ability he gained after killing Princess Ichikishima of Ryuchi Cave and refining her Sage Art essence. He can refine his own Sage Art essence and then separate a portion of it to allow the person who obtains the "Sage Art Seed" to enhance their perception of natural abilities and gain the ability to refine Sage Art Chakra.

After acquiring this ability, due to time constraints and uncertainty about potential risks, Uchiha Tokumitsu did not have the opportunity to use it on anyone in the clan.

However, since it was Orochimaru, Uchiha Tokumitsu wasn't worried that he might die for some unknown reason.

Anyway, although this guy's strength is relatively average, his ability to survive is absolutely top-notch.

Of course, during the process of condensing and refining the "Sage Technique Seed," Uchiha Tokumitsu added various embellishments and, based on the principles of the Mangekyou Sharingan's Okuninushi, ensured that he could have absolute control over the recipient of the Sage Technique Seed.

In short, the "Sage Seed" is like a cheat code. Its host can only own half of it. While helping the host obtain Sage Chakra, it also absorbs the host's power to strengthen itself, and even feeds back to Uchiha Tokumitsu.

Finally, a materialized "Sage Art Seed," resembling a precious pearl, landed in Uchiha Tokumitsu's palm, emitting a faint glow with each breath.

Orochimaru's long tongue was frantically washing his face.

Do you crave power?

Uchiha Tokumitsu smiled and asked, "Do you want this Sage Mode seed?"

"want!"

Orochimaru didn't even know how he answered; at that moment, all his attention was drawn to the "Sage Seed."

"It's yours now!"

The "Sage Seed" in his palm floated up under the control of chakra and came to Orochimaru's side.

Orochimaru, fearing that Uchiha Tokumitsu might change his mind, immediately stuck out his tongue and rolled him into his stomach, then nervously closed his eyes and waited for the changes in his body.

"……What are you doing?"

After a while, Uchiha Tokumitsu asked with some confusion.

"……Um?"

Orochimaru opened his eyes, touched his body, and seemed to feel that nothing had changed.

That's it?

Is this all there is to the "seed of immortality"?

"The so-called 'seed of immortality' is just like its name suggests; it needs your nurturing to grow strong..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu sighed, "This only helps you improve your affinity with natural energy! Sage Chakra still requires your own training and refinement!"

It's not that he can't directly integrate Sage Chakra into the "Sage Seed," it's just that there's no need for him to, and he's unwilling to, waste his Sage Essence in that way.