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Chapter 106: Discarding the Donkey After Unloading the Millstone?
Chapter 106: Discarding the Donkey After Unloading the Millstone?
A cold, fierce gale howled, sending pebbles and sand flying across the desolate ground.
Today's weather was not looking too good.
However, the gloomy sky seemed fitting for what was about to take place.
Yuyi Xuan Yue paused for a moment, then stamped his foot lightly. A coffin, its surface covered in intricate seals, rose from the ground.
The lid of the coffin opened, and Orochimaru skillfully stepped out, a smile on his face as he looked at Yuyi Xuan Yue and said, "It's been a while, Senior Yuyi."
Then he looked around at the unfamiliar surroundings and understood, "So, it seems we're about to get started for real?"
Yuyi Xuan Yue nodded, not surprised that Orochimaru had guessed correctly.
Over the past six months, he had frequently communicated with the man before him, the most powerful and capable scientist in the ninja world.
Initially, his plan had been to forcefully search Orochimaru's brain for information that would be useful to him, such as the complete version of the Impure World Reincarnation Technique.
But when Yuyi Xuan Yue made his move, he found that Orochimaru had protected his memories with extraordinary care.
Although Orochimaru's soul had been divided into multiple parts, making him vulnerable to powerful genjutsu, as an expert in soul techniques, he had taken extra precautions to prevent his secrets from being leaked.
With the secrets in Orochimaru's brain beyond his reach, Yuyi Xuan Yue had no interest in physical torture or interrogation, which the ruthless Orochimaru would likely withstand easily.
Facing Orochimaru, who was unaffected by his threats, Yuyi Xuan Yue had been prepared to eliminate him.
However, considering Orochimaru's expertise in soul techniques, and encountering some soul-related challenges in his own research on the Corpse Demon Sealing Technique, Yuyi Xuan Yue decided to ask for his input.
To his surprise, Orochimaru was quite cooperative in this regard.
As long as his secrets were not probed, Orochimaru was willing to engage in scientific discussions with Yuyi Xuan Yue, whom he regarded as a fellow genius, sharing insights on soul techniques, ninjutsu, chakra, and other topics.
Seeing this, Yuyi Xuan Yue put aside his murderous intentions.
In the following days, the two gifted individuals delved deep into discussions about souls and chakra.
It was undeniable that Orochimaru provided valuable insights into soul techniques, helping Yuyi Xuan Yue perfect the Corpse Demon Sealing Technique within just six months.
During this time, Yuyi Xuan Yue chose to ignore some of Orochimaru's subtle maneuvers.
But now...
"The Corpse Demon Sealing Technique, I wonder how you've managed to perfect it, Senior Yuyi," Orochimaru said, licking his lips habitually as he looked at Yuyi Xuan Yue.
Ever since his hands had been permanently sealed by Sarutobi, Orochimaru had been eager to study the Corpse Demon Sealing Technique and find a way to undo the seal.
Thus, when he learned that Yuyi Xuan Yue was researching the same technique, he eagerly joined in, offering numerous useful suggestions.
However, it seemed like he wouldn't get to see the outcome.
Orochimaru spread his hands and feigned innocence, "Senior Yuyi, are you really going to discard me now that I'm no longer of use? That's not something a person of your stature should do."
Although Yuyi Xuan Yue showed no signs of hostility, Orochimaru, with the blood of countless people on his hands, could easily guess his intentions for summoning him here.
Unfazed by Orochimaru seeing through his plan, Yuyi Xuan Yue calmly replied, "The coffin that sealed you must have been unsealed by you. It's been quiet these past few days, and you've endured quite a bit, Orochimaru."
Orochimaru's expression changed slightly, but he quickly regained his composure and said with self-mockery, "I couldn't hide it from you, Senior Yuyi. But even so, you wouldn't pay attention to my little schemes, would you?"
"You underestimate yourself, Orochimaru. Even as a mere soul clone, you are significant."
Yuyi Xuan Yue shook his head, then brought up some critical points of the improved Corpse Demon Sealing Technique, looking at Orochimaru with a half-smile, "According to your suggestion, it is true that I can achieve the goal of soul completion. But you deliberately ignored, or rather, concealed a crucial aspect. The issue of the caster paying the price with their life seems to be resolved, but in reality, it's only delayed. Once I complete my soul, there might be no immediate consequences. But after some time, I will still be devoured by the God of Death."
"Am I right, Orochimaru?"
The fake smile on Orochimaru's face finally faded.
His golden vertical pupils fixed on Yuyi Xuan Yue, and he shook his head, sighing, "As expected of Senior Yuyi!"
"And as expected of you, Orochimaru."
From the beginning, Yuyi Xuan Yue had not been fooled by Orochimaru's facade of a curious scientist.
He was well aware that the Orochimaru before him, though appearing human, was, in essence, a cold-blooded venomous snake.
What kind of venomous snake doesn't bare its fangs?
Orochimaru's apparent small schemes, seemingly to prepare for his escape, were actually meant to deceive Yuyi Xuan Yue.
His true deadly strike was hidden within the Corpse Demon Sealing Technique, in which he had actively participated during the improvement process.
Once Yuyi Xuan Yue successfully performed the improved Corpse Demon Sealing Technique, he wouldn't need to lift a finger, and death would be the only outcome.
If the person facing Orochimaru had been less knowledgeable or less attentive to details, they might have easily fallen for his deception.
But Yuyi Xuan Yue, who knew Orochimaru's true nature, was not one of them.
"Orochimaru, do you feel that your death is unjust?" Yuyi Xuan Yue asked.
With the successful improvement of the Corpse Demon Sealing Technique, the Orochimaru soul clone before him had lost his usefulness, and Yuyi Xuan Yue had no intention of keeping the venomous snake by his side.
As a precaution, it was only natural to get rid of him before proceeding with his plan.
Orochimaru shook his head calmly, "Since I've lost, there's no grievance."
"However... if the improved Corpse Demon Sealing Technique had been done according to your suggestions instead of mine, Senior Yuyi, have you thought about how you would face the wrath of the God of Death?"
The wrath of the God of Death?
Yuyi Xuan Yue understood the underlying meaning of Orochimaru's words.
He replied calmly, "Let it come."
The standard way to undo the Corpse Demon Sealing Technique involved using the Death God's Mask stored in the Uzumaki Clan's treasury.
Although Yuyi Xuan Yue had sent people to retrieve it, perhaps due to the butterfly effect, by the time they arrived, the treasury was already in ruins.
There was not a single intact tile, let alone the mask.
There were no clues to be found, and the place was a complete mess.
Therefore, Yuyi Xuan Yue decisively chose to forge a new path.
As for whether this approach would invoke the wrath of the so-called "God of Death," Yuyi Xuan Yue was curious to see if it would truly manifest or if it was merely a rigid program without emotions, as some speculated.
(End of Chapter)
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