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Chapter 821: Orochimaru: I Was Going to Refuse, But He Offered Too Much!
Chapter 821: Orochimaru: I Was Going to Refuse, But He Offered Too Much!
Step, step!
Yane Yuki walked slowly through the cave.
Although there were other entrances, this was the only safe passage intentionally left open.
As soon as one stepped onto this path, Orochimaru would know of their arrival.
As for why he wasn't at the base under the lake anymore? Well, that place was now just a 'sub-base'; this was the main base.
After outsourcing a massive amount of research tasks from Tang Ping, Orochimaru was naturally unsatisfied with his previous small base, so he created this larger new base.
It must be said that when it came to digging tunnels, he was undoubtedly the most professional.
Such a vast underground base would still require a long time and effort, even if the Radiant Sun Country were to take over the task.
With the help of the glowing moss on both sides, Yane Yuki also spotted several small snakes with forked tongues, but she didn't pay them any mind.
These were all Orochimaru's informants.
Stepping forward, she arrived in front of a massive stone statue of a snake's head.
Click, click!
The snake's head slowly opened its mouth, revealing a passage.
Yes, this was the entrance to the base.
The reason she was allowed to pass directly was that this wasn't her first visit, and each time she brought Orochimaru outsourced tasks.
"Lady Yane Yuki!"
Kurama, wearing glasses and a white lab coat, came to 'welcome' her.
As Orochimaru's assistant, he was second only to Orochimaru himself, so it was natural for him to handle the reception.
"I'm not sure if Lord Orochimaru is available, but I have a letter from Lord Tang Ping that I need to deliver to him!"
Yane Yuki stated her purpose without any pleasantries.
"Please follow me!"
Kurama led the way without revealing any flaws, but during this process, the two had already exchanged information.
No one dared to underestimate Orochimaru's control over his lair, so their communication naturally used a secret technique developed by Tang Ping.
Just as the Mountain Clan could establish long-range communication, he could also develop a simplified version.
They communicated directly through spiritual power.
Of course, if Orochimaru could monitor spiritual communication, no matter how ruthless he was, this method was something even Tang Ping himself didn't possess.
Along the way, one could see various experimental equipment and materials, making it an absolute research haven.
Step, step!
Two people walked past Yane Yuki and Kurama.
Sasuke and Chogu! The two had suffered significant injuries during the previous capture of the Three-Tails and had only just recovered, so they were about to embark on another mission.
"People from the Radiant Sun Country!"
Sasuke disdainfully uttered these words before leaving with Chogu.
In the base, he was now only answerable to Orochimaru, his status was extremely special, and even Kurama didn't give him any face.
As for why he spoke disdainfully of the Radiant Sun Country, it was to distance himself from them.
After all, he was a disciple of Hyuga Sotsuki! Despite receiving numerous benefits and having no ill intentions towards him, and with a common enemy in the Radiant Sun Country, Sasuke naturally felt a strong sense of camaraderie, so he had to be cautious.
After walking a considerable distance, they finally reached Orochimaru, who was in a room filled with countless books and specimens.
Orochimaru appeared visibly weak, but his aura was as cold as a snake, making Yane Yuki feel as if she were facing a venomous serpent.
"It seems that Lord Tang Ping is planning to assign me another task?"
Orochimaru chuckled softly.
Due to the backlash from his current body, he couldn't push himself as hard as before, so he had recently reduced his outsourcing work. Still, someone had come with a new task, which naturally made him displeased.
If not for the fact that the other party was someone he admired and trusted (Byakugan + Heavenly Seal), he might have done more than just being displeased and taken the opportunity to make a move.
Yes, Orochimaru knew so much about Tang Ping's information but didn't leak a word because the Heavenly Seal he had planted earlier had taken effect.
The flawless outsourcing cooperation also played a part in this; otherwise, with his character, it would be strange if he didn't take advantage of his partners.
It could be said that when Tang Ping took action against him, he reaped countless rewards.
If not for various reasons, Tang Ping would genuinely be reluctant to let go of this 'tool snake.'
However, despite his displeasure, Orochimaru naturally wouldn't refuse the scroll Yane Yuki brought. He also wanted to see what technology could make the other party break their tacit understanding.
Scrolls are the messengers!
As a ninja, communication naturally involves the use of scrolls.
Orochimaru, usually composed, began to freeze as he read the contents of the scroll, his serpentine eyes widening with each passing moment.
Indeed, the scroll contained an outsourcing mission for the Chakra Cannon, but the reward was enough to drive Orochimaru into a frenzy.
Blood!
A drop of blood.
By completing this outsourced task, he could obtain a drop of Tang Ping's blood, and if he could produce more finished Chakra Cannons, he might even gain additional research materials related to the Immortal Body.
However, Tang Ping had his conditions.
He would not provide additional compensation if the research progress was too slow.
What was Orochimaru's ninja way?
Immortality!
In the past, it was just an ideal.
But now, with the concrete example of Tang Ping, how could he not covet it? Unfortunately, the vast difference in their strengths left him with no choice but to hold back.
Whenever he thought of Tang Ping, Orochimaru would salivate.
Hmm... Although his current body was female, it was drool that flowed from his mouth.
He had always wanted to devour Tang Ping alive, and for that, he was even willing to participate in the ambush at the Ultimate Valley.
Unfortunately, his plan failed.
Now, with the opportunity to obtain Tang Ping's blood and research materials on the Immortal Body, maintaining his composure was already a testament to his incredible self-control.
'What's going on?'
Yane Yuki sensed Orochimaru's frenzy and excitement, but as she hadn't read the scroll's contents, she was left in the dark about the reason for his reaction.
The Immortal Body!
A complete version of the blood.
This offer was enough to make even a research fanatic like Orochimaru lose his composure.
"Go back and tell Tang Ping-kun that I will definitely complete the task within the time limit. Please ask him to prepare the reward in advance!"
Orochimaru raised his head, indicating that Yane Yuki could leave, but also asking her to deliver a message.
The requirements and instructions for the Chakra Cannon were all written on the scroll.
As for the materials?
Of course, Orochimaru would provide them.
The other party had even offered research materials on the Immortal Body; how could he possibly ask for more by providing the materials as well?
Yes, Tang Ping wasn't even willing to pay for the materials; he was just dangling a carrot without any intention of delivering.
Orochimaru knew he couldn't possibly obtain the things Tang Ping had promised.
The agreed-upon time was after... the backlash.
For the other party to receive the reward, the prerequisite was to stay alive.
But could Hachidaicho, as the reincarnation of Indra's chakra, possibly encounter an accident?
Therefore, there was no way Orochimaru could smoothly take over the other party; he could only think of creating some sort of spectacle.
Furthermore, Tang Ping had clearly stated in the reward section that if he didn't collect the reward by the delivery deadline, there would be no additional payment.
This was to prevent him from backing out at any time, even if he resurrected.
One could say that Tang Ping had plugged all the loopholes, making it clear that he didn't want to pay but still wanted the goods.
Yane Yuki left with the message in mind.
Having the opportunity to see Kurama during her visit put her at ease.
After all, the danger of being close to a ruthless character like Orochimaru was self-evident.
Just as Yane Yuki was on her way, she suddenly felt a slight disturbance in her heart and looked up at the sky.
However, she saw nothing.
'Am I being too sensitive?'
She muttered to herself, remembering this incident and preparing to check on the Allied Forces' situation and inspect the various intelligence stations along the way.
Autumn Savor!
This famous grilled meat chain in the Shinobi World was her proud creation.
Not only did it allow for better intelligence gathering, but it also generated substantial profits.
These profits were not claimed by the Radiant Sun Country but were instead used as funds for the Intelligence Department.
One could say that the continuous growth of the Intelligence Department was also related to this grilled meat chain.
However, Tang Ping had explicitly told her that the Intelligence Department was not allowed to engage in any other business.
The reason was straightforward: if the Intelligence Department had too much income, it might develop a rebellious streak once it no longer relied on the country's funds, and internal chaos would ensue.
As a traverser, he had heard of the world's dominant power, the United States, and its countless 'shady operations' within its intelligence department. He didn't want to follow in their footsteps.
(End of Chapter)
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