Inside the laboratory.
Stepping into the luxurious laboratory, one is greeted by a multitude of high-end instruments lying on the floor, their unique metallic sheen reflecting the incandescent light from the ceiling.
Test tubes and catheters were placed on many instruments, and bright red blood slowly flowed and merged, undergoing a gradual change.
It is the fusion of cells, the recombination and splicing of DNA lines, and the advancement and sublimation of genes.
Orochimaru seemed to have been waiting for Katasuke to enter. Both of them were wearing white lab coats used by scientific researchers, except one was for static electricity and the other for bacteria.
Speaking of bacteria, Katasuke suddenly noticed a fatal flaw in Orochimaru's experimental research!
Bacteria can alter the nature of cells and may even evolve into viruses!
While the facilities here are excellent, the security and confidentiality measures are far from adequate; in fact, bloodline fusion experiments are being conducted right at the open entrance.
He couldn't help but ask curiously, "Orochimaru-senpai, what are your experimental procedures...?"
Orochimaru laughed heartily, waved his hand to indicate that there was no need to worry, and then said, "You must be Katasuke Tōno, it's an honor to meet you."
Katasuke was flattered and bowed deeply, his straight 90-degree bow expressing his fear and respect for Orochimaru.
Orochimaru smiled and helped him up, then comforted him, "There's no need for that. You and I are both outstanding scientists who have contributed to Konoha. We are all researchers and deserve respect."
Katasuke immediately teared up. Look at that, that's magnanimity, that's what a senior is like!
He felt ashamed of his previous rash idea and asked with some guilt, "Could I help you with your experiment? I'd like to observe your work!"
"Of course." Orochimaru had a willing smile on his face.
"That's great!" Katasuke seemed a little excited.
Orochimaru then led Katasuke into the laboratory, where the visitors were greeted by Mitsuki and White Zetsu created through Wood Release.
Upon entering, one sees Mitsuki sitting at the lab bench, diligently recording something. Several values on the instrument fluctuate constantly, and the electrocardiogram-like lines have dozens of strands, making it dizzying to look at.
"This is the cultivation room for Bloodline Limits. The further you go in, the more terrifying things you will see. However, as you know, Bloodline Elimination is extremely rare, with a very low success rate."
Katasuke nodded in understanding. Bloodline Elimination is unique to the Tsuchikage lineage in the entire ninja world. It is not a product that can be created by simply adding bloodlines.
But with Orochimaru's current achievements, he's practically on par with the Creator!
"Katasuke, you're skilled in the field of mechanics, right?" Orochimaru asked.
"Of course!" Katasuke Tōno perked up and said eagerly.
"To be honest, I've been researching ninjutsu compression technology lately. If I could store ninjutsu in scrolls in advance, I could create ninja tools that even ordinary people could use!"
"Hmm." Orochimaru nodded in agreement, understanding perfectly, and asked, "What stage has the experiment reached so far?"
"Compression," Katasuke said without hiding anything.
"What's the principle behind it?" Orochimaru continued to ask.
"This…" Katasuke hesitated.
"Hehe." Orochimaru chuckled a few times, then explained, "Actually, I've been familiar with your research direction before, and I also have some interest and ideas about it."
However, I think your research goal is flawed. While it's an ideal that everyone can use ninjutsu, it's not practical.
Katasuke listened attentively, like a scholar eager for knowledge, hoping to be nourished by it.
"First of all, there is the danger. If the conditions for activating ninjutsu are lowered, it will cause considerable hidden dangers if it is used by someone with ulterior motives, and the difficulty for ninjas to capture criminals will also increase."
Katasuke nodded thoughtfully. He was a smart man and quickly realized the pros and cons.
"Secondly, what level of ninjutsu can your scroll hold at most?"
"Rank B, a B-rank ninjutsu at the Jonin level. Also, the Rasengan is already being tested."
"I see. It doesn't seem very useful, but it has high potential for development," Orochimaru said.
"Why?" Katasuke asked in astonishment. "You could use this achievement as a ninja tool for the Anbu!"
"Your research theory and direction are not wrong. The mistake is that you were born in the wrong era. If it were during a time of war, you would definitely be the greatest scientist in Konoha."
Katasuke seemed lost in thought.
Orochimaru sighed softly. This guy is just so stubborn.
"What period do you think we're in now?"
"What do you mean?"
Katasuke scratched his head, his mind completely blank.
"..." Orochimaru covered his face with his hands, indicating that he was beyond help. If this were Shippuden, he wouldn't even know how he was played to death.
He's useless. He's got all his intelligence in scientific research, but he doesn't understand a single thing about human relationships!
"What's wrong, Orochimaru-senpai?" Katasuke asked, sounding rather simple-minded.
"It's nothing... I'll ask, and you answer. You just need to know that I have the funding to support you in completing the experiment." Orochimaru indicated that he didn't want to waste any more time continuing the conversation.
"Sure!" Katasuke readily agreed.
"I am now essentially your investor, so I have the right to know your research principles and some of your experimental data."
Of course, you can retain your core technology as capital.
The atmosphere was quiet, and the sound of data ticking filled the empty laboratory. Mitsuki was carefully recording the data on the repulsion and fusion of Bloodline Limits to facilitate matching the best Bloodline Limits!
After thinking for a moment, Katasuke finally nodded in agreement, because the ultimate goal of research is to be accepted by the public.
If Orochimaru can find a way to mass-produce and commercialize his technology, then his research results will be considered a success!
This is the lifelong goal and belief of every researcher who works hard behind the scenes!
Katasuke Tōno is such a mad scientist. Don't forget that he's the kind of man who dares to step forward and film videos on the battlefield where life and death are at stake!
Although it ultimately backfired...
Taking a deep breath, Katasuke began to explain seriously, "Ordinary scrolls can only store static items, such as ninja tools or inanimate objects."
My initial research goal was to store dynamic products, or living things, since scrolls have a precedent for storing flowing water. (Guess who?)
"And then you failed?" Orochimaru asked.
Katasuke shook his head. "It failed, but it wasn't a complete failure."
"It seems you've had a long period of depression," Orochimaru chuckled.
Science is inherently a difficult field to succeed in, often characterized by theories but lacking practical application, and ideas but lacking funding. In short, behind every success on this path lies the accumulation of research data by countless individuals, all eagerly awaiting the moment when the results will bear fruit.
Although I cannot witness it with my own eyes, I have lived a fulfilling life and died without regrets.
"Fortunately, I succeeded. If the ninjutsu storage technology can be further developed, perhaps it can amaze the world?"
Katasuke imagined it.
"..." Orochimaru really didn't want to discourage him.
"Orochimaru-senpai, which area of technology do you need my skills to achieve? To be honest, there's no better idea than Scientific Ninja Tools!"
Orochimaru: "Ah, right, right, right."
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