Bab 367: **Chapter 367: Recommending Reiki to Uchiha Madara!**
A week later, in a dilapidated house within an abandoned village far from Konoha, a shadowy figure appeared.
"Orochimaru, are you ready to act?" the figure asked, voice heavy with a hint of impatience. "Everything my master prepared has already been given to you. If you continue to delay, the master may..."
"It's not time yet," Orochimaru replied coolly. "What we plan isn't merely an internal Konoha issue. I was chosen to become the wind that propels the ninja world's changes forward. Why are you so anxious? Has something happened?"
Despite the tension, Orochimaru's demeanor remained unruffled, even in the face of potential danger. This cooperation had always been unequal, with the other side viewing him as a subordinate, not a peer. Orochimaru, however, did not mind.
"Do what you need to do and stay quiet about things that don't concern you. We'll watch your next moves closely; everything else can be set aside for now," the shadow replied with cold authority.
The speaker was none other than Black Zetsu, and the "master" he mentioned was none other than the legendary Uchiha Madara, long presumed dead.
"It seems he's growing impatient," Orochimaru observed, a sly smile on his face. "If his body is failing, I might be able to help."
"You?" Black Zetsu scoffed. "Don't think we're ignorant of your experiments. It's those very methods that my master disdains."
Orochimaru's body had suffered due to his relentless research, leading Black Zetsu to doubt any true breakthroughs. Besides, Black Zetsu's allegiance was not to prolong Madara's life—it was to revive his mother.
"I didn't mean that I would be taking direct action," Orochimaru said calmly. "While I do have ongoing issues with my own body, you should be able to sense that my condition has improved since our last meeting."
Black Zetsu frowned, extending his perception. To his surprise, Orochimaru's body was indeed far more stable than before. Could this mean he had truly discovered something groundbreaking? If Madara found out through other means, trust would be compromised, threatening their carefully laid plans. Black Zetsu fell silent, contemplating his next move.
"Who did you mean?" Black Zetsu asked finally.
"The one who healed me is Tsunade's disciple—Reiki," Orochimaru revealed. "He possesses a special bloodline limit that allows him to heal any injury, ailment, or physical weakness. In some respects, he has even surpassed Tsunade herself. What he lacks is experience and greater strength."
Orochimaru spoke highly of Reiki. He was impressed by Reiki's approach to challenges, especially his skill in outmaneuvering powerful figures like Danzo. From the start, Danzo had never gained an advantage over Reiki in their confrontations. Orochimaru hoped that if Reiki interacted with Uchiha Madara, he might gain further benefits for his own research.
"Reiki?" Black Zetsu repeated, intrigued. "Where is this person now?"
"Currently in Konoha, without any active missions," Orochimaru answered. "If you wish to meet him, I can facilitate it."
Orochimaru's previous calm was gone, replaced by a reverence that bordered on fear as another voice cut through the air—an aged, commanding voice that sent shivers down his spine. It was Uchiha Madara.
"I'll be here tomorrow night," Madara declared before disappearing back into the shadows.
"Tomorrow…" Orochimaru exhaled deeply, feeling the weight of urgency. While he had personal motivations, time was short. He would have to approach Reiki immediately.
After both figures vanished, Black Zetsu's expression turned dark. Madara's condition was deteriorating faster than expected, and Black Zetsu had assumed his plan would proceed without interference. Originally, he intended to foster hatred according to Madara's instructions, ultimately using the Rinnegan's power to summon his mother to the world at the right moment.
If this healer could truly restore Madara's health, it would disrupt everything Black Zetsu had planned. Yet it could also be a potential boon. Considering this, Black Zetsu sank into the ground and vanished.
Meanwhile, Orochimaru returned to Konoha, his mind racing. What had initially seemed straightforward was becoming increasingly complicated. Reiki's natural instinct would be to help someone in need, so persuading him wouldn't be difficult. But what about the rest of Konoha? With Tsunade away, Jiraiya and other high-ranking figures kept close tabs on Reiki. The clans were also watching him closely.
If anything went wrong…
Lost in thought, Orochimaru found himself at Tsunade's small courtyard. He paused, looking at the familiar scene.
"Maybe it's time to go in and talk…" he muttered.
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