Reborn into Naruto World with Tenseigan

A figure traversed through a cavern veiled in a dense mist. With each step forward, the mist gradually dissipated, thinning out and revealing a radiant light at the cave's far end. Unperturbed by the sight, the figure continued their unhurried approach towards the cave's exit.

Exiting the cave didn't take long, and as the figure emerged into the open, the brilliant sunlight showered upon them. Having spent the past few days in the darkness of the cave, the sudden exposure to such intense brightness instinctively compelled the figure to shield their eyes with their hands. The excess light caused discomfort, overwhelming their senses.

After a while, the figure's pupils adjusted to the light, and they cautiously withdrew their hands, only to discover that their vision remained blurry. "It must be due to the lingering mist," the figure mumbled to themselves, intending to wipe away the moisture from their glasses. However, at that moment, they hesitated.

Upon removing their glasses, the figure realized something astonishing— their vision was unexpectedly clear, even clearer than ever before! Overwhelmed by the clarity of the world seen directly through their unaided eyes, the figure couldn't help but express their surprise and delight. "Could this mean that Senjutsu has the potential to cure myopia?" they pondered aloud, their mind filled with wonder.

This figure was none other than Yakushi Kabuto, who had ventured into the Ryūchi Cave days ago, determined to attain the Senjutsu Mode even at the cost of his life. Undoubtedly, Kabuto possessed an extraordinary talent for Senjutsu, mastering it within an impressively short span of time. Even the venerable White Snake Sage herself marveled at Kabuto's aptitude for Senjutsu.

Naruto, being a reincarnation of Asura and inheriting the Sage of Six Paths' physical prowess, stood apart. On the other hand, Kabuto, originally an ordinary shinobi, managed to swiftly grasp the intricacies of the Senjutsu Mode. This exceptional accomplishment astounded even the White Snake Sage, who briefly entertained the notion that the Senjutsu Mode of the Ryūchi Cave was tailor-made for Kabuto.

Within a few days of dedicated practice, Kabuto not only honed the skill of absorbing natural energy but also learned to instantly enter the Senjutsu Mode without the need for prolonged stillness to gather the surrounding natural energy. Presently, Kabuto's mastery of Senjutsu surpassed that of Jiraiya and Naruto, placing him on par with the esteemed First Hokage, Hashirama Senju.

It is crucial to note that Kabuto's extraordinary achievement was not a mere stroke of luck. Even within the canon storyline, following Orochimaru's demise, Kabuto inherited his mentor's legacy while embarking on a quest to unravel the meaning of life. In his pursuit, Kabuto went to great lengths, incorporating the cells of others into his own body, which tainted his chakra and resulted in a malignant chakra composition.

Indeed, to master Senjutsu, it takes more than purity of heart and unwavering determination; it requires a body that harmonizes with nature. Kabuto's ill-fated decision to integrate the cells of Orochimaru and his test subjects tainted his body, creating a disharmony that contradicted the necessary conditions for Senjutsu mastery.

Kabuto clenched his fists, reveling in the newfound strength coursing through his body. It was an unprecedented level of power he had never experienced before, elevating him to heights previously unimaginable.

Closing his eyes and attuning himself to his surroundings, Kabuto could sense the omnipresence of Natural Energy, permeating the heavens and earth. Despite acknowledging that its density paled in comparison to the abundance found within the Ryūchi Cave, Kabuto couldn't help but be amazed by the sheer ubiquity of Natural Energy.

"Now that the Senjutsu Mode has been mastered," Kabuto murmured to himself, stowing his glasses away in his Shinobi Bag. "The utmost importance lies in finding Orochimaru-sama," he declared, his determination resolute and focused.

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Otogakure, the Land of Sound

After Kabuto returned to Otogakure, his first course of action was to summon the Sound Four, Orochimaru-sama’s most loyal subordinates. In addition to the main laboratory in Otogakure, there were four major laboratories scattered across the Land of Sound, with each of the Sound Four assigned to search for one of them. It was time to hear the results of their search.

Kimimaro was the first to report, stating, "The laboratory I searched contained research on various Fuinjutsu and Kinjutsu."

Tenzō spoke up next, saying, "The one in the South was focused on Orochimaru-sama's Chimera Jutsu and the Chimera Buds."

Haku produced a few scrolls and informed them, "The laboratory in the west had research related to Cloning technology."

Jugo then spoke, his voice tinged with hesitation, "The one in the east had research pertaining to different types of ‘Cursed Seals'." Sensing Jugo's conflicted state of mind, Kabuto questioned him, "Did you find something significant in the laboratory?"

After carefully considering his words, Jugo responded, "Orochimaru-sama may no longer be present in the Shinobi World."

Kabuto shook his head, asserting, "No, I can confirm that Orochimaru-sama is not dead."

Jugo interjected, clarifying his previous statement, "I didn't mean to imply that Orochimaru-sama is deceased. What I meant is that his physical body may have perished, but he is still alive… in a suspended state of sorts."

The others furrowed their brows, seeking further clarification. Jugo continued to explain, "Through the use of Cursed Seals, Orochimaru-sama not only sealed his chakra within us, but also a portion of his soul. By merging these fragments of his soul, Orochimaru-sama's essence can be restored."

Haku questioned, "But how can we merge these souls?"

Jugo shrugged, stating, "It's not overly complicated. Once the seal is released, the corresponding fragment of his soul can be extracted. However, we will need a strong body capable of accommodating Orochimaru-sama's soul." ꞦἁℕỘβÈṧ

Kimimaro inquired, "How strong does the body need to be?"

Jugo shook his head, unable to provide a definitive answer. "I cannot say for certain, but the stronger the body, the better."

Without hesitation, Kimimaro spoke up, offering his own body, "In that case, use my body. I am the strongest among us, and my body should be perfectly suited for this purpose."

However, as soon as Kimimaro finished speaking, he coughed up blood and experienced an intense burning pain in his chest. Realizing that Kimimaro's condition had worsened, Kabuto intervened, "Let's use my body instead. It should be safer."@@novelbin@@

The others nodded in agreement, accepting Kabuto's suggestion. With the decision made, Kabuto approached Tenzō and Haku, pressing his hands against their necks. He proceeded to unseal the Cursed Seals implanted in their bodies, absorbing Orochimaru's chakra and a fragment of his soul that had been sealed within them.

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