Inside the dimly lit base, the atmosphere was oppressively suffocating.
Roy stood there quietly, emanating a mysterious aura.
In response to Orochimaru's probing question, he gave a noncommittal, meaningful smile and countered, "Well then, what do you think I am?"
Hearing this question, a strange smile appeared on Orochimaru's face.
His eyes locked onto Roy as if trying to see right through him, and he slowly said, "You… you're probably not from this world, are you?"
Roy raised an eyebrow slightly.
He looked at Orochimaru with interest, saying nothing, waiting for him to continue.
"Legend says the Sage of Six Paths created Ninshū and brought peace to the world," Orochimaru said in a hoarse voice.
As he spoke, his eyes revealed a fanatical obsession with the unknown.
"But where did the Sage of Six Paths himself come from?" He paused, lifting his head and fixing his gaze firmly on Roy.
"According to years of my research, he essentially appeared out of nowhere," Orochimaru said, his voice trembling slightly, his excitement evident.
He held an almost obsessive fascination with the legendary Sage of Six Paths.
Over the years, he had pored over countless ancient texts and explored numerous mysterious ruins.
Each discovery only strengthened his belief that the Sage's origins held the greatest secret of the ninja world.
"It's possible he was a visitor from beyond the stars, isn't it?" Orochimaru's fervor grew more pronounced as he spoke, his eyes gleaming with an unusual light.
At that moment, Orochimaru had forgotten the danger he was in, forgotten that Roy possessed the power to easily erase him.
In his mind, the desire to explore the unknown had completely taken over.
"What about you? Are you like the Sage of Six Paths, from that unknown world?" Orochimaru took a step forward and asked eagerly.
Hearing Orochimaru's deduction, Roy inwardly sighed: *It seems he's lumped me in with the Ōtsutsuki clan.*
He had to admit, Orochimaru truly was a genius of the ninja world. With just the slightest clue, he could make such a bold and nearly accurate guess.
This keen insight and intellect only strengthened Roy's desire to recruit Orochimaru.
After all, in the world of One Piece, while Vegapunk possessed top-tier scientific intellect, his actions were far too unpredictable and unreliable.
"In a sense, you're partially right," Roy replied calmly, the corners of his mouth turning up slightly.
Orochimaru's already fervent mood instantly reached its peak. His eyes gleamed with near-insane excitement as he exclaimed, "I was right, wasn't I? No wonder your power is so immense."
As he spoke, he unconsciously licked his lips, looking like a starving beast that had just spotted its prey.
At that moment, in his eyes, Roy was no longer a terrifyingly powerful and mysterious being, but a treasure trove of unknown secrets, waiting to be excavated and studied.
"I really want to study you," Orochimaru murmured, his eyes revealing a morbid craving, as if he could already see Roy dissected before him.
He even began sketching various experimental plans in his mind.
A flash of determination crossed Orochimaru's eyes.
"Impure World Reincarnation," Orochimaru said, slamming his hands together swiftly.
Ever since his crushing defeat at Roy's hands, Orochimaru had been preparing meticulously, and this Impure World Reincarnation technique was the ultimate trump card he believed could stand up to Roy.
"Though I probably can't defeat you, I still want to give it a try," Orochimaru's voice brimmed with fanaticism.
Just then, a dull rumble echoed through the base as several coffins slowly opened, and figures emerged from within.
Accompanied by heavy footsteps, the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju; the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi; the Third Kazekage; and the Fourth Kazekage appeared.
Four Kage.
Moreover, to maximize the effectiveness of the Impure World Reincarnation this time, Orochimaru had meticulously chosen higher-grade sacrifices.
Each sacrifice possessed powerful life force and chakra, making these four Kage-level reincarnations much closer to their original strength in life.
"Let's see if four Kage can take you down," Orochimaru licked his lips, a hint of uncertainty in his voice.
After all, the power Roy had displayed before was simply too overwhelming, enough to instill fear even in someone as arrogant as Orochimaru.
However, Tobirama Senju, upon being summoned and taking in his surroundings, turned his head and glared coldly at Orochimaru.
His eyes were filled with disgust.
"So it's you again who summoned me, unknown ninja."
The Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, furrowed his brow slightly, a trace of helplessness and sorrow in his eyes.
"Orochimaru, you remain stubbornly deluded," Hiruzen Sarutobi's voice held a note of anguish as he tried to persuade Orochimaru to turn back.
But he knew in his heart that Orochimaru was likely beyond listening to any counsel now.
The Third and Fourth Kazekage watched their surroundings warily, gradually realizing that they had already died.
"Back when you attacked Konoha, even the Professor was killed by you."
"Lord Tobirama, everything I did was to free the teacher," Orochimaru said, still wearing that eerie smile.
"You've lost your way, resorting to any means for power," Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head.
Orochimaru snorted coldly, ignoring Hiruzen's words, and turned his gaze to Roy, his eyes filled with madness and anticipation: "Today, let these four Kage test your strength, and see just how powerful you really are."
Hearing this, Tobirama Senju's anger ignited.
This Impure World Reincarnation technique was his creation, now being recklessly abused by the rogue ninja Orochimaru.
"Kid, this Impure World Reincarnation isn't something to be used so casually!"
Tobirama Senju's eyes blazed with fury, his terrifying chakra erupting like a surging tsunami. The entire base trembled violently, causing stones to crumble from the walls.
He abruptly spun around and lunged at Orochimaru, his killing intent unmistakable.
But just as he was about to touch Orochimaru, Tobirama Senju suddenly froze, a look of disbelief on his face.
He realized with horror that his body was no longer under his control, that immense power seemingly bound by something.
Tobirama Senju quickly channeled his chakra, carefully sensing his body, and discovered that Hashirama's cells had somehow been mixed into him.
These cells disrupted his chakra flow, preventing him from freely using his techniques or striking down Orochimaru.
"You went this far, even using my brother's cells!"
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