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Chapter 809: The Truth About Orochimaru!
Chapter 809: The Truth About Orochimaru!
Several dozen nautical miles away, on a small island with a modest size but abundant vegetation, two tents were set up at a considerable distance from each place.
Inside one of the tents, a fishman was being guarded.
"So that's what happened..."
After listening to Gyorin's account, Tiantian finally understood what had transpired in the laboratory.
In short, after Orochimaru abandoned this laboratory, the supervisor took the opportunity to conspire with the Sea Country and incite a rebellion. Eventually, the fishmen successfully escaped.
In exchange for serving the Sea Country, the fishmen received protection, and the other party also promised to help them find a way to restore their normal forms.
Then, they were discovered by several Akatsuki members, and the most promising among them, Gyorin Fire, was captured. The captors were searching for something and needed him to guide them.
At this point, Tiantian's surface mission was complete.
The laboratory couldn't be taken over because it had been dealt with by the Sea Country and the fishmen, who naturally didn't want the truth to be revealed.
"We can help rescue Gyorin Fire, but there's one condition..."
Having spent a significant amount of time by Tang Ping's side, Tiantian's horizons had naturally broadened, and she also understood why he wanted to trade this laboratory with Orochimaru.
The fishmen tribe!
They were precisely the race that the Radiant Sun Country needed.
To develop the resources in the sea, this race and their technology were indispensable.
Now that the laboratory was destroyed, Gyorin Fire, the most promising and technically skilled merman, had to be retrieved at all costs.
The condition was for the fishmen to join the Radiant Sun Country.
As for whether they were willing or not?
They had no choice.
If even the Sea Country could control them, why couldn't the Radiant Sun Country?
They might not have known about the Radiant Sun Country's strength while in the laboratory, but after defecting to the Sea Country, they would undoubtedly become aware of its might.
The Radiant Sun Country had single-handedly challenged the entire ninja world!
They had successfully defeated the Allied Shinobi Forces and were currently in a cold war standoff with them.
Just hearing about the Radiant Sun Country's victories was enough to understand its power.
The Sea Country, on the other hand, was merely a small country that couldn't even withstand the Mist Hidden Village. It was only due to its geographical advantage and the Allied Shinobi Forces' inability to commit significant resources that it managed to survive.
If they couldn't withstand the Mist Hidden Village, how could they possibly stand against the Radiant Sun Country?
The fishmen had no emotional attachment to the Sea Country; they were merely cooperating. Moreover, after witnessing Tiantian's terrifying power, it wasn't hard to guess which side they would choose.
"The fishmen tribe is willing to serve the Radiant Sun Country!"
Gyorin knelt down decisively.
Although he appeared rash on the outside, his personality was extremely clever and cowardly.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have survived.
Now, with such a tremendous opportunity before him, how could he possibly let it slip by?
By joining this superpower, they could not only ensure their safety but also have a better chance of restoring their pre-transformation forms.
Returning to their original forms was the wish of all the fishmen.
"Then let's go find him right away!"
Tiantian didn't set off immediately.
Even if she was in a hurry, she wouldn't rush off without waiting for a moment. Next, she needed to negotiate with the Konoha squad first.
Their objective was to find Orochimaru.
In other words, their missions didn't conflict, and they could fully cooperate by having Gyorin provide all the information.
Akatsuki!
They were the ones searching for Orochimaru, and they might be able to borrow their strength.
"Yamato, go and notify Team 7!"
After sorting everything out in her mind, Tiantian signaled Yamato to call for the others.
It could be said that due to Tang Ping's influence, Tiantian had developed 'leadership' qualities, and her way of thinking had also changed.
If it were the innocent girl she used to be, she might have gone directly to negotiate with Team 7.
Although 'going to find someone' and 'calling someone over' both involved meeting and discussing, there was a difference in initiative.
With sufficient confidence, Tiantian blossomed with her unique radiance.
The subsequent negotiations went smoothly.
Team 7's mission was to track down Orochimaru, and finding Akatsuki was also their goal. They intended to gather clues from the enemy, so there was room for cooperation.
Temporary Cooperation!
Such situations were common among ninjas.
Several hours later!
Both teams had finished their preparations.
"Let's go! I'm bringing Sasuke back!"
Naruto confidently slung his bag over his shoulder and then jumped onto the water's surface, but... the others didn't follow.
Vroom!
The sound of the combat boat starting up echoed.
The watercraft rented from the Mist Hidden Village set off, surrounded by the fishmen.
Action: "Quick, Naruto!" Sakura called out.
Although this small boat was not particularly large, it was more than capable of carrying a few people without any issues.
As for traveling across the sea? Well, that was another matter.
While ninjas could typically tread water, it was important to note that this activity would consume both their spiritual and chakra energy.
If the distance was short, it wouldn't be a problem, but for longer distances, it would be impossible to endure, even with ample chakra, as their mental stamina would eventually give out.
Therefore, even ninjas, when traveling along the coastal areas, could manage, but once out at sea, they couldn't afford to leave their ships.
Take Naruto and his team, for example; they first traveled by ship to the Sea Country and then treaded water to reach the small island.
The task of finding the Akatsuki organization naturally fell to the Fishmen.
The Sea Country wouldn't be able to respond to any incidents on this side for a short time.
Even if they did notice something, due to the threat of the New Mist Hidden Village, they wouldn't dare cause any trouble.
Meanwhile, several hundred kilometers away in another area of the sea...
Four figures, dressed in black robes with red cloud patterns and wearing nail polish, sat in a small boat. In front of them, a petite Fishman with a human female face was swimming ahead, leading the way.
"Mr. Uchiha, the kid behind us doesn't seem very friendly. Do you want me to take care of him?" asked the shark-faced figure with a cloth-wrapped katana on his back, addressing the youth beside him, whose face showed signs of premature aging with deep nasolabial folds.
"No need!" Uchiha replied, his expression calm and unperturbed.
The two of them were the Akatsuki's "Two-Five" combination.
Uchiha and Kujira, one a spy from Konoha and the other a double agent, were indeed both "Two-Five."
Sitting behind them was another pair, led by a black-haired, dark-eyed man with a bitter expression, glaring at Sasuke's back with a 'kill you' gaze. By his side was Chongo.
The duo! Orochimaru's assistant, Kabuto, usually devoted most of his energy to experiments and research. It was only natural that he wouldn't be sent out for combat or missions.
Therefore, Sasuke and Chongo were the best combination.
As for the original plot's Karin and Suigetsu?
Sorry, now that both their body and mind have been shaped by the Radiant Sun Will, stay away from Orochimaru.
It was only out of respect for Tang Ping that he didn't take everyone from Orochimaru's side.
Wait, it seems like they've already been taken?
Not only did they take Karin, Karin, and Suigetsu, but even his disciple, Azuki, couldn't escape his grasp. He had taken away most of Orochimaru's team.
Not to mention, among those currently by Orochimaru's side...
Kabuto had already been planted as a hidden agent, and Sasuke was a disciple of Hyuga Sougetsu. Only Chongo had not yet been touched.
However, with Sasuke's abilities, it wouldn't be long before he was brought under control.
So... had Orochimaru's side been taken away, leaving only those without a name or reputation?
It was simply outrageous!
One could say that Tang Ping had Orochimaru in his grasp.
And it wasn't enough to just take his subordinates; he also threw Sasuke, this 'time bomb,' at Orochimaru.
All they had to do was wait for Sasuke to turn on Orochimaru, and then the countless research results and bases would belong to the Radiant Sun Country.
This was the real treasure!
In the original plot, Sasuke didn't take anything and destroyed everything, which was truly a sin.
Orochimaru's strength wasn't much of a concern for Tang Ping, but the problem was his exceptional research capabilities. With no limits and the use of even the most bloody methods, he could naturally develop many great technologies.
What Tang Ping admired most was that Orochimaru's 'liver power' had reached its peak.
It was far superior to even James Bond 007.
Because he used the Shadow Clone Jutsu!
It was a complete annihilation!
Tang Ping himself wouldn't dare to play like this.
It wasn't due to a lack of chakra.
But because of the impact when the clones were dispelled, even taking a clarity potion couldn't withstand it.
But Orochimaru could endure it, so his main body and shadow clones could work longer than 007, and it wasn't a lie.
Envious!
Tang Ping had no idea how long he had been eyeing Orochimaru's results, just waiting for Sasuke to turn on him.
From subordinates to inheritance, Orochimaru was being arranged clearly.
This time, with the Akatsuki's mission, Orochimaru was busy with research and sent Sasuke and Chongo to replace him.
With two official members of the Akatsuki, there was no fear of accidents.
But unexpectedly, an accident did occur.
(End of Chapter)
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