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[Konoha] Chapter 317: Kaguya's New Body!
🕑 Added 2025-01-05 06:17:33 +0000 UTCOrochimaru's Experimental Base.
White Zetsu, Tobi, was rambling enthusiastically. "Lord Shūichi, this is undoubtedly the strongest and most stable version so far. Not only does it perfectly combine Hashirama's cells with Uchiha Madara's, but it also contains the power of all nine tailed beasts."
"Other than you, I can't imagine anyone in the ninja world being stronger than this."
"Honestly, I’m a little jealous!"
Looking at the experimental clone in front of him, White Zetsu, Tobi, indeed felt a bit envious.
Of course, just a bit.
After all, this clone was ultimately expendable.
But he was different—he was Lord Shūichi’s most loyal and capable servant.
Shūichi carefully observed the experimental subject before him, naturally sensing the immense power it contained.
Built upon the foundation of Hashirama's and Madara's cells, it fused with the strength of all nine tailed beasts.
This was different from him, as he had fully assimilated the power of the nine-tailed beasts.
The experimental subject before him, however, used the combined strength of Hashirama's and Madara's cells to control the power of the nine-tailed beasts, creating a balance within the White Zetsu body.
This experimental clone was undoubtedly extraordinarily powerful.
Though White Zetsu, Tobi, exaggerated slightly, the truth was that aside from Shūichi, only Nagato, as a former Jinchūriki of the Ten-Tails, could rival this clone in strength.
After a moment, Shūichi withdrew his gaze from the clone and turned to Orochimaru.
Orochimaru chuckled lightly. "This is indeed our best result so far."
"We still haven’t figured out how to integrate the power of the Gedo Statue. It remains uncontrollable—unsurprising, considering it’s the Ten-Tails."
"Of course, if we had your cells, Shūichi-kun, I imagine there would be no issue at all."
Shūichi remained noncommittal and replied, "Perhaps we should focus on cultivating power directly based on the Gedo Statue."
Orochimaru glanced at Yūjin, smiling. "Yūjin suggested something similar before."
Shūichi shifted his gaze to Yūjin before saying, "Then, for cultivating the Ten-Tails, will we start with the White Zetsu clones?"
Orochimaru replied, "For now, that seems unfeasible."
"We must begin directly with the Gedo Statue. Following Nagato’s previous sequence of sealing the nine-tailed beasts, their cells must be integrated one by one."
Shūichi nodded. This approach seemed reasonable.
He then asked, "Do you have plans to change your body, Senpai?"
Orochimaru extended his tongue. "I was just considering it."
Shūichi nodded slightly. "Then let’s test this experimental clone first."
Orochimaru immediately performed the Living Corpse Reincarnation technique. His mouth opened wide, and a white-scaled snake emerged, slithering swiftly toward the White Zetsu body. The snake coiled around the clone, entering through its mouth.
As the clone’s features twisted and contorted, they rapidly took on Orochimaru's appearance.
Once the transformation was complete, Orochimaru couldn’t help but marvel, "What an incredibly powerful body!"
Closing his eyes briefly, he reopened them, revealing a crimson glow.
Sharingan!
Yūjin was stunned. "It activated the Sharingan immediately? And it’s already at the Three Tomoe stage!"
White Zetsu, Tobi, smirked. "See? I wasn’t exaggerating!"
Orochimaru, however, seemed slightly dissatisfied. "Just the Three Tomoe? Still a bit lacking."
"But…"
Extending his hand, Orochimaru began to display various powers: Magnet Release, Lava Release, Boil Release… one after another, showcasing various kekkei genkai.
Finally, he entered the golden Nine-Tails Chakra Mode, a state radiating immense power.
It was evident that Orochimaru’s new body could perfectly harness the power of all nine tailed beasts.
Of course, this was also due to Orochimaru's thorough research into the nine-tailed beasts over the years.
“Lord Orochimaru, the Wood Release power of this body shouldn’t be any weaker than Lord Hashirama’s, right?” Yūjin asked.
Orochimaru chuckled. “Not necessarily.”
“Power is just power; the key lies in the one wielding it.”
Shūichi was quite satisfied with the results and said, “Let’s proceed with this outcome then.”
Orochimaru raised an eyebrow. “At this level, will Ōtsutsuki Kaguya be satisfied?”
“It’s still far from being comparable to a true Ten-Tails Jinchūriki.”
“Shūichi-kun, you know, Nagato’s cells could also be a good alternative.”
Failing to obtain Shūichi’s cells, Orochimaru had shifted his interest to Nagato, the former Ten-Tails Jinchūriki.
Shūichi nodded. “It’s indeed lacking, but I can compensate for it through other means.”
Orochimaru looked intrigued. “Other methods?”
“Could it be… you injecting your cells directly into the experiment body?”
This guess was inspired by Jūgo, who had such capabilities.
Shūichi had previously acquired Jūgo’s cells from Orochimaru, and with Shūichi’s abilities, there was no doubt he could replicate Jūgo’s powers.
However, such methods typically couldn’t prevent the experimental body from collapsing.
But Shūichi was unique.
Thanks to his clones, which played a pivotal role, each time an experimental body began to break down, he used his own power to stabilize it, tame Hashirama's cells, and balance the nine-tailed beasts’ energies.
“No…”
Shūichi shook his head. “It’s the power of Yin-Yang Release.”
Orochimaru’s eyebrows rose. “The same power the Sage of Six Paths used to create the nine-tailed beasts?”
“Shūichi-kun, it seems you’ve made astonishing progress over the years!”
Shūichi smiled faintly. “Standing still is the same as moving backward.”
“Quickly cultivate a second experimental body, and then we’ll officially move on to cultivating the Ten-Tails.”
Orochimaru nodded. “We’ve already laid the groundwork for the Ten-Tails. The most challenging part will likely be the vast amount of chakra required.”
Shūichi said, “My clones will provide it.”
Orochimaru grinned. “Then there’s no problem at all.”
“The experimental body Kaguya needs will only take seven days to complete. After that, it’s all up to you, Shūichi-kun.”
...
After setting the schedule, Shūichi left a clone behind to supply chakra for Orochimaru and returned home.
Upon arrival, he saw a peculiar scene—Nawaki and Naruto, who had just finished school, were surrounded by a group of women glaring at them.
“What’s going on here?”
Shūichi looked at the scene, puzzled.
When Nawaki saw his father, his previously pitiful expression lit up with joy, and he tried to run to him. However, Tsunade’s sharp voice stopped him in his tracks.
“Stay where you are!”
Nawaki froze in place, turning his pleading gaze to Shūichi, looking like a kicked puppy.
Shūichi blinked helplessly, giving him a look that said, Sorry, can’t help you.
When it came to Tsunade disciplining the kids, Shūichi knew better than to interfere—otherwise, he’d end up in trouble himself.
Naruto, however, was as fearless as ever. “Why can’t I use such a powerful jutsu?”
“After all, my Sexy Jutsu was enough to defeat Iruka-sensei!”
Kushina’s face darkened, and she immediately knocked Naruto on the head—twice.
“Ow, ow, ow!” Naruto cried, clutching his head in pain.
Shūichi shook his head quietly.
This is the time to admit your mistake. Why are you being so stubborn?
Judging by the situation, it seemed the incident involved Naruto’s Sexy Jutsu.
Did Jiraiya get caught in the crossfire?
Shūichi smirked to himself before glancing at his own son. Too honest—if you just deny it to the end, no one would catch you. Unlike Naruto, who got caught red-handed.
(End of Chapter)
