Body transformation

In the basement floor of Konoha Hospital, outside the reference room, Kirito explained his purpose to the guard and entered the reference room without any issues. He grabbed cleaning tools and began his cleaning task.

However, Kirito didn't simply clean; he employed the Shadow Clone technique. Using a small amount of chakra, he created over a dozen Shadow Clones, each with a lifespan of just one hour. Half of them assisted in the cleaning, while the other half searched for valuable information within the room, seeking any hidden treasures.

The vast majority of materials in the reference room consisted of medical records. Kirito's search didn't yield much valuable information except for records of failures. These were records documenting various experiments that had gone awry, conducted by the hospital's research and development personnel.

Some experiments failed in the development of chakra-enhancing drugs. Others pertained to the failure of cell fusion or the development of artificial organs. These records of failure were treated as sources of shame and were eventually discarded, left to rot like worthless trash.

However, Kirito viewed these records differently. He considered them to be hidden treasures, as even failed experiments contained valuable insights. Failures often helped eliminate obstacles on the path to success.

While reading through these records of failure, Kirito absorbed the knowledge at an astonishing pace, committing the information to memory with each glance.

There were a considerable number of these records, but Kirito remained undaunted. With so many failures as nourishment, he was confident that he could take significant strides toward future success.

Kirito couldn't help but feel grateful for the opportunity to study in the hospital. With Ciyun's assistance and her kind nature, he believed he would have many chances to return to the reference room for further research.

Meanwhile, a miniature Shadow Clone of Kirito focused on reviewing the scroll provided by Orochimaru.

Kirito carefully examined the contents of Orochimaru's scroll, using a miniature clone to handle it since he didn't want to physically touch Orochimaru's potentially harmful items.

Upon reading the contents of the scroll, Kirito expressed his disdain. The scroll contained information about Orochimaru's unique secret technique, "Soft body Transformation Experiment." This technique allowed the user to enhance the flexibility and softness of their body, enabling them to bend and contort like a snake. Orochimaru was known for using this technique to extend his neck, limbs, and even crawl like a serpent.

Kirito was aware that some characters in the original series, like Kimimaro and kabuto, had learned this technique, but he found it unimpressive. While it could be useful for enhancing a physical ninja's abilities, it required the user to make cuts on their body. Any mishap during the process could result in failure and severe disability.

To Kirito, this secret technique wasn't worth the risk, and he considered it subpar compared to the skills he had learned and was planning to learn. He decided to discard the scroll, deeming it unworthy of further attention.

Obviously, this secret technique is a bait.

If he wants to learn this secret technique, he can only go to Orochimaru. Only he, the successful one, has enough confidence to complete the transformation of the human body.

But in this way, he is in the pocket of Orochimaru.

Kirito knew who Orochimaru was.

This person may not be a jerk now, but maybe in the future, he knew that in the plot, since Orochimaru had the idea of ​​wanting to live forever, he began to degenerate rapidly, and eventually became a complete scum, a cold-blooded animal, and looked down on others

For him , Life is like a mustard, even if it is washed white in the later stage, this stain cannot be washed away.

If he, a special talent with sage talent, falls into the hands of Orochimaru, the consequences will be disastrous.

"However, it is not realistic for people to extend their hands and neck by more than ten meters just for software modification. Now that I think about it, this secret technique may be related to the secret technique of the Akimichi clan. The cultivation content recorded in this secret technique obviously requires Use yang attribute chakra."

Kirito recalled some plot scenes of Orochimaru using the secret technique of software transformation, and then thought deeply about the secret technique of software transformation.

After a while, he became interested in this secret technique again.

If he guessed correctly, the secret art of Orochimaru was improved after referring to the double transformation of the Akimichi clan.

As for how Orochimaru obtained the secret technique of the Akimichi clan, it is likely that it came from his good teacher.

The Sarutobi clan and the nara/akimichi /yamanaka clan almost wear the same pair of pants.

And the Sarutobi clan is the superior of the trio clan, so it is not surprising that they can obtain the secret technique of the Akimichi clan.

It is certainly not advisable to use a knife on one's own body, but if you can use this to reversely obtain a part of the inheritance of the Akimichi family's secret arts, then this compensation is quite good.

The release of the secret technique of the Akimichi family requires the use of yang attribute chakra, and its power is not bad, and the strengthening of strength is amazing.

Kirito just lacks the means to use Yang attribute chakra to attack.

Even if he can't use it himself, he can use it to reward his subordinates in the future.

After reading the contents of the scroll, Kirito closed his eyes and quickly recalled it dozens of times. After confirming that he had fully memorized the contents of the scroll, he decisively used the sealing technique - four layer elephant Seal (shrunk version) on the scroll.

With a twist in the space, the scroll Orochimaru gave Kirito disappeared.

in Konoha Underground, root Headquarters, at the root leader's office.

At the same time, Orochimaru, who was having a "happy talk" with Danzo, was stunned for a moment, with an unexpected expression on his face, 

"What's wrong, Orochimaru."

Danzo noticed the change in Orochimaru's expression, and immediately asked vigilantly.

Although he is very confident in the defensive capabilities of the root headquarters, he never thought that he could sit back and relax in this way. Now he feels that Orochimaru must have discovered an enemy he didn't know

Among Hiruzen's three disciples, Orochimaru is the one he admires the most. Not only is he talented and powerful, he is also ruthless and merciless to the enemy. He is also an excellent researcher, very suitable for staying at the root.

"Nothing, just found an interesting little fish."

Orochimaru stuck out his tongue, licked his lips, and smiled excitedly.

"Yes, can you tell me the name of this interesting little fish?"

Danzo narrowed his eyes and said, a cold light flashed in his eyes.

Orochimaru is a person he knows quite well, and once he finds something interesting, he will definitely try his best to get it.

For this reason, Orochimaru is likely to do some bad things.

He hates accidents the most, and he doesn't want Orochimaru to cause trouble in the village now.

"Don't worry, I won't touch this little fish for the time being, and it won't affect your plan."

Orochimaru sneered. The genius kid he is optimistic about, no one else can touch except for him.

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A week later, in the heart of Konoha, nestled in an unassuming house within a quiet residential area, an ordinary-looking middle-aged ninja named Akasa emerged through the front door. Celebrating his 35th birthday, Akasa held the rank of a simple Chunin in Konoha and currently served as an instructor at the Ninja Academy.

As a middle-aged bachelor, Akasa's nights were typically dull, marked by loneliness. To alleviate this solitude, he frequented a nearby tavern, indulging in a few bottles of cheap rice wine and ordering some appetizers from the familiar hostess. He would then retire to a secluded corner, where he could drink alone.

It didn't take long for Akasa to become slightly inebriated. His face reddened, his gaze wandered aimlessly, and he began to mutter unintelligible, drunken words. Eventually, he succumbed to his intoxication, resting his head on the table.

In this state, the other patrons paid him no mind, as individuals like Akasa, using alcohol to escape their troubles, were commonplace at the establishment.

While the other patrons remained indifferent, the innkeeper couldn't overlook the situation. Hastily, he instructed his staff to relocate Akasa to an unoccupied room at the rear of the tavern, allowing him to rest. This freed up space for new customers.

Shortly after Akasa had been moved, a fresh patron arrived—an impoverished middle-aged samurai. The hostess didn't recognize this new guest, and he was clearly not a regular visitor. Nevertheless, she extended a warm invitation, seating him precisely where Akasa had been.

The samurai ordered several bottles of inexpensive rice wine, indulged in his sorrows, and eventually departed inebriated.

An unassuming Chunin had entered a tavern, drowning his sorrows before falling unconscious and being escorted away. Within a short while, a down-and-out samurai had stepped in, filling the seat vacated by the Chunin. The newcomer, too, sought solace through drink, and eventually left in a state of drunkenness.

It all unfolded so routinely that it failed to pique the interest of the other tavern-goers.

The samurai, after his final stumble, made his way back to his lodging—a weathered, modest residence. Upon entering his sparsely furnished room, he flopped onto the floor and instantly succumbed to a deep slumber, complete with sonorous snores.

The landlady, visibly repulsed, tucked the samurai beneath a threadbare quilt before departing, leaving him alone in the room.

As her footsteps faded into silence, the samurai abruptly opened his eyes, maintaining his facade of inebriation. With a feigned, exaggerated snore, he hurled a small object toward the open window with a swift motion of his hand.

The next moment, a long, sinuous tongue materialized, reaching out to retrieve the thrown object before vanishing into thin air. 

The samurai, having successfully executed his clandestine action, promptly closed his eyes and resumed his act, continuing to snore loudly and obliviously.

Meanwhile, an inconspicuous snake lurking in the corner silently made its departure.

Shortly afterward, within an underground chamber located within the outskirts of konoha Village, a lit candle on a wooden table dispelled the surrounding darkness. Before the candlelight stood a man with elongated eyebrows, his expression deeply solemn as he perused a sheet of paper.

The paper contained minimal information—simply stating that a transfer student named Uzumaki Kushina had enrolled in the Ninja School today, with distinctive red hair.

"The clansmen of Uzumaki Mito... It appears that it's time for a transition in Konoha's Jinchuriki, or perhaps it has already occurred."

Ebizo placed the paper into the candle's flame, watching it burn until it turned to ashes, his mind filled with contemplation.

As a high-ranking Sand ninja, Ebizo comprehended the significance of Jinchuriki and fully understood the implications of a Jinchuriki's replacement.

"Konoha possesses an adept method, managing to replace the Jinchuriki without drawing any attention. In that case, the defenses of the senju Clan may not be as formidable as our prior information suggested. Perhaps we should formulate a new plan, hum...."

He rhythmically tapped his index finger on the table, his gaze holding an inscrutable expression. After a prolonged silence, a peculiar glint sparkled in his eyes.

A gust of wind suddenly swept through the room, extinguishing the candles and plunging everything into darkness.