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"We need to keep this guy around for a couple more days, until Kotoamatsukami's cooldown is over, then we'll try again."

Ye Xin pondered, while simultaneously creating a clone to study the contents of the scroll.

The scroll contained a lot of information, but Ye's gaze skipped over the Wood Release ninjutsu and the Whirlpool Sealing Technique, and went straight to the forbidden techniques created by the Second Hokage.

The Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, was indeed a genius. Ordinary people could only learn a few ninjutsu in their entire lives. Even geniuses like Kakashi and Minato Namikaze could only create one or two ninjutsu, and at most, they would only develop and research those ninjutsu based on the original ones in the later stages.

But Tobirama Senju was different.

In his youth, the Second Hokage created forbidden techniques such as the Flying Thunder God Technique, the Dark Travel Technique, and the Shadow Clone Technique.

Even after Konoha was founded and he became the Second Hokage, he was still able to maintain his high level of creativity while simultaneously working hard to improve Konoha and suppressing and restricting the Uchiha clan. He even created a technique of the Impure World Reincarnation level, making him a master of forbidden techniques in the ninja world!

The reason why all these messy things happened in the future ninja world is due to the actions of people like Madara Uchiha, Black Zetsu, and Obito. Tobirama Senju should bear at least 30% of the responsibility!

Night glanced at the scroll, and with just one look, he was deeply attracted by several ninjutsu techniques on it.

Reincarnation of dirty soil!

Corpse Demon Seal!

There is also a special ninja technique called the Soul Imprisonment Technique.

These three techniques are all special ninjutsu related to the soul. The first two techniques were very famous in the original story and had a huge impact. In fact, the reason why the Fourth Shinobi World War was able to force the entire shinobi world to unite against them, besides the White Zetsu army, was mainly due to the Impure World Reincarnation.

Needless to say, the Corpse Demon Seal is also effective.

Although this move only appeared three times in the original work, each time it greatly propelled the development of the plot.

Moreover, Ye was also very curious.

What are the differences between the Grim Reaper summoned using this technique and myself, the Grim Reaper?

The two clones began to study the two techniques in detail, while Ye's own gaze fell on the secret technique called 'Soul Imprisonment Technique'.

Compared to the previous two spells, this spell is not as powerful. It cannot summon the Grim Reaper, nor can it bring the dead back to life and use them for its own purposes.

Its only effect is just like its name suggests.

Imprisoning the soul!

The soul of the deceased is forcibly kept in the body in order to prolong the time before death.

In chapter 663 of the manga, Tobirama Senju used this ninjutsu to imprison Sasuke Uchiha's soul, thus temporarily delaying his death after he was killed by Madara.

"By using this technique in conjunction with soul experiments, and by modifying and altering it, it is entirely possible to allow the soul to remain in the ninja world for an extended period of time, thereby enabling me to better conduct the Shinigami transformation experiment!"

“I can even use it to create a ‘spiritually rich zone’ in this spiritually depleted world!”

Ye Xinshen was excited and was preparing to study this technique carefully when his gaze was drawn to another technique on the scroll.

"The Demon Sprout Technique..."

Chapter 107 Thank you, Lord Danzo, for sending me a Book of Seals.

Oni-Garra Technique!

In this world where bloodline determines everything, if there is any power that could make Ye, who is at the bottom of the bloodline pyramid, stand up, then this technique would definitely have a place.

The reason is simple: in the original story, the person who used this technique was someone who was in the same situation as Ye and had the same inner desires and needs!

Bei Liuhu.

Hiruko was a Konoha ninja and a friend and classmate of Orochimaru and the other three legendary Sannin. However, compared to the exceptional Sannin, Hiruko's mediocre talent made him the bottom of his class. But this difference in talent did not cause him to give up; on the contrary, this huge gap instilled in him an extreme sense of resentment!

In order to change her fate, to change her mediocre talent, and to rise from the bottom of the class to become a Sannin of the same level, Hiruko began to study this so-called Oni-Garra Technique.

Most importantly, he succeeded!

Relying on the power of this technique, Hiruko successfully absorbed four bloodline limits, raising his combat power to the level of a 'Kage'. He even wanted to use it to obtain the Sharingan's bloodline limit, and then combine the five bloodlines into one, forming the power of the five elements, to become an immortal and incredibly powerful 'perfect ninja'!

Although Hiruko was ultimately defeated by Naruto, he remains a classic example in Naruto of a low-level ninja transforming into a top-tier powerhouse.

But a pity.

After carefully studying the post-operative procedure at night, a hint of disappointment appeared in his eyes.

This technique can indeed utilize all sorts of chaotic powers, even bloodline limits, but that state is not 'fusion and sublimation,' but rather 'chimerism and weaponry.'

The essence of this technique is to use "Oni-Garuda" as an "adhesive" to absorb a portion of the bloodline organs and chakra meridians of the bloodline ninja to be absorbed into one's own body, making them "stick together" with oneself, thereby gaining the ability to use the opponent's bloodline.

This kind of bonding not only puts an extremely heavy burden on the body, but also has a high probability of failure, because not all bloodline compatibility is suitable. Once two bloodline powers clash, the only thing waiting for the caster is to explode and die.

Secondly, even if these bloodlines can successfully coexist within one body, they are merely 'stuck together' rather than 'fused together'.

However, in the original work, Hiruko also provided the answer to the last question, which was to use the power of celestial phenomena, with the help of the 'ring of fire' solar eclipse, to complete the final step, thereby transforming 'chimerism' into 'fusion' and achieving a complete sublimation.

However, before the final step of complete fusion, this technique carries enormous risks: bloodline clashes and bloodline backlash. Any one of these risks would be fatal to the caster.

The human body cannot withstand the perfect fusion of various bloodlines. Even if everything is done perfectly, the success rate of this technique is still pitifully low.

In the original story, Hiruko's success was due not only to his profound understanding of the Oni-Garuru Technique, but also, and perhaps most importantly, to his incredibly good luck. However, it was precisely because of his early good fortune that he ultimately lost to Naruto.

"Wait, humans certainly can't do that, because if a bloodline clash occurs, that person will definitely die... But what if it's not human?"

Ye thought of what she had given to Yukiko a couple of days ago.

White blood cells!

White Zetsu cells not only possess extremely strong cellular activity, but their stability and compatibility are also beyond imagination. They can easily replace limbs, are plug-and-play, and will not cause any rejection reaction. They can even be used as 'biological armor', such as the combination of Tobi and Obito, to provide internal energy support from the outside.

This thing is practically a natural experimental subject for the Oni-Garuru technique!

Moreover, the essence of White Zetsu cells is that they are primary cells, the power of a thousand hands!

Hiruko's limited vision and limited understanding led him to choose techniques like "Netherworld Escape" and "Swift Escape," attempting to achieve some kind of Five Elements Unity. However, Yoru, who understood the true nature of this world, clearly knew what the real answer was and what power could offer the greatest potential for advancement.

There is only one answer.

Otsutsuki!

Using White Zetsu cells as a foundation, and then combining the power of the Uzumaki and Uchiha clans with the power of the Demon Spear, is it possible to trace back to the ancestry of the Sage of Six Paths?

If we were to add the Byakugan, Kaguya, and the powers of the descendants of Hamura Otsutsuki on the moon, would it be possible to recreate the dazzling brilliance of the Rabbit Goddess?!

"Regardless of whether these things can be realized, it seems we need to buy a few more prosthetic bodies for Yukiko and Yumi to study."

"...Why don't we just have them clone me? That would save us points."

The artificial body is really useful. It is exactly the same as Night's body. As long as you transfer your soul there, it will be a completely new Night.

The problem is that as Ye's strength has increased, the price of the artificial body has also increased. The artificial body that originally cost only 10,000 points has now risen to 20,000 in the store, which is really outrageous!

However, Ye could understand, since this artificial body was a one-to-one comparison of Ye's physical body (without the Kaleidoscope, the original body). In other words, if Ye could really evolve his physical body to the Six Paths level, he could exchange for a Six Paths level physical body from the system himself!

A single artifact now costs 20,000 points, so a future Six Paths level artifact would also cost 20,000 points.

The system, that kind of ruthless entity, would never do such a losing business!

"Danzo really is a walking treasure trove..."

Watching the clones of Kuku conducting their research inside the room, Yoru felt even more eager to learn about the things in Danzo's mind.

There are many other techniques in Konoha that he is quite interested in, such as Kato Dan's "Spirit Transformation Technique," the Yamanaka clan's "Mind Transfer Technique," and the "Soul Separation Technique" that appeared in the original work. He just doesn't know if Danzo has mastered these techniques.

In addition...

"The reason your right arm, which I frostbitten, was able to recover so quickly, was it because you used something extraordinary...?"

Ye's eyes were half-closed.

He's getting more and more excited about what will happen after the next cooldown of Kotoamatsukami!

However, before that, we must absorb all the existing spoils, especially the secret technique called Soul Imprisonment. Its appearance can greatly help both the development of the Death God Plan and Night's own plans!

……

The Misty Hotel, a luxury suite.

As one of the most important guests to date from Kirigakure, Danzo, representing Konoha, was immediately taken from a small inn at the village entrance to the most luxurious and extravagant suite in Kirigakure after agreeing to discuss the cooperation project between the two villages with Yoru Mizuki that day.

This attitude also made Danzo realize that Kirigakure was eager to change the current state of the village and wanted to cooperate with Konoha!

"Utterly foolish! You're all a bunch of idiots!"

Upon hearing everyone's report, Danzo, who had been quite pleased with Kirigakure's sincerity just moments before, was instantly enraged. His exposed left eye glared intently at Uchiha Yatsuho: "Are you trying to break the contract we just signed with Kirigakure by taking such a sensitive and oppressive action without authorization?"

"Do you even know how much Hiruzen, Konoha, and I paid to sign this contract with Kirigakure? If the cooperation breaks down because of you and Uchiha Hachiho, because of your irresponsible actions, will you bear the consequences, or will the Uchiha clan bear them?!"

"I……"

Uchiha Hachiro instinctively wanted to refute, but he also knew that his actions today were a bit too sensitive, and if something really happened because of it, he really couldn't bear the responsibility.

But that guy really looks exactly like Uchiha Shisui!

"When does Lord Danzo plan to leave Kirigakure?" the Eighth Hokage asked in a muffled voice. "The Hokage ordered us to finish dealing with Kirigakure and head to the Iwagakure battlefield, but you're wasting your time here in Kirigakure..."

"Wasting time? You're saying my negotiations with Minazuki Yoru today were a waste of time?!"

Danzo's voice suddenly rose, his single eye filled with rage: "I am the person in charge of this mission. As my subordinate, you should cooperate with me, not question me."

"Secondly, I really can't understand why Fugaku would send a brainless guy like you into the delegation. Or are all the people in your Uchiha clan as stupid as you?!"

"You!" Uchiha Yatsuho's face flushed red: "Danzo, don't push your luck!"

"This is outrageous! Tell me, what crucial role can these few of you play in the overall battle if you go to the front lines in Iwagakure? Can you directly defeat Iwagakure, or can you crush the Four-Tails and Five-Tails Jinchuriki?"

"You can't do anything!"

Danzo snorted coldly, glancing icyly at the brainless Uchiha and the rest of the Konoha delegation who were gradually lowering their heads: "Our influence on the Iwagakure battlefield is too small. Instead of wasting time there, we should take this opportunity to set the tone for future cooperation between Konoha and Kirigakure with Mizuki Yoru, who is immersed in the joy of 'achievements'."

"Ninja exchanges, commercial development, tariffs, commercial taxes, and so on—these are all things we need to discuss in depth with Kirigakure in the future. If we can take advantage of this crucial period to secure sufficiently favorable conditions and negotiate enough benefits for the village, then we will have truly helped the village!"

"When will you narrow-minded people, who only care about trivial interests, ever truly broaden your horizons to consider the overall situation of the village?!"

Danzo's tone was full of disappointment and frustration, and he pounded his cane on the floor, making Uchiha Hachimoku's face turn bright red, while the rest of the delegation members bowed their heads deeply.

"And you, Uchiha Hachimoku, if you continue to do anything outrageous..."

"I wouldn't mind letting you stay in Kirigakure permanently!"

"you!"

Uchiha Hachimoku's expression stiffened, but he could only reluctantly retract his words.

Although the relationship between the village and the clan is fraught with conflict, if he were to cause significant losses to the village, even the clan chief would likely not protect him much.

"Hmph! You all better behave yourselves for the next couple of days, or just stay in the hotel and don't go out."

"I just need to negotiate enough favorable terms for Konoha!"

Danzo was full of confidence, and the people of Konoha nodded in agreement.

The next day, Danzo eagerly wanted to continue his discussions with Mizuki Yoru early in the morning, but was delayed on the grounds that "Lord Mizukage is discussing the details of the cooperation."

Danzo wasn't in a hurry; in his view, this was the only reasonable course of action.

Kirigakure wants to open up, to fully awaken, and to cooperate with Konoha, the number one ninja village in the ninja world. Every little detail must be carefully examined.

If Minazuki Yoru had come and immediately offered him all sorts of negotiations and agreed-upon conditions, Danzo would have been genuinely worried that some kind of trap might be waiting for him.

It wasn't until the afternoon, around this time yesterday, that Mizuki Yoru arrived at the Mizukage's office.

"I apologize for keeping Lord Danzo waiting."

Having just had a good night's sleep and fully replenished his energy, ensuring he could maintain the Kotoamatsukami state for an extended period, Yoru spoke softly to Danzo, "Let's begin."

"No problem, Lord Mizukage!"

Danzo was in high spirits, seemingly completely unaware of everything that had happened the day before.

It was as if he really had been here yesterday, having a long talk with Ye about the cooperation between the two villages, instead of writing down a whole table of Konoha's secret forbidden techniques.

"Regarding our cooperation between Kirigakure and Konoha... in my opinion, we should start with techniques related to the soul, such as the Spirit Transformation Technique, and things like the First Hokage's cells!"

"...Lord Mizukage is right..."

Kotoamatsukami was activated silently. Danzo nodded blankly, picked up his brush and ink again, and began to write extensively on the blank scroll.

At Ye's special instruction, Danzo first wrote down all the soul ninjutsu he knew about Konoha, including the Spirit Transformation Technique, the Soul Separation Technique, some basic soul ninjutsu, and even Konoha's research on 'soul'.

Ye watched from the side, growing more and more shocked.

Compared to Konoha, Kirigakure's foundation is far inferior.

The Hidden Mist Village's research on the soul is only fragmented, while the Hidden Leaf Village not only has a complete set of theories, but also comparable research tools and ninjutsu achievements!