In the world of One Piece, on a lush, green island, Orochimaru crouched on the ground. He inserted his fingers into the soft soil, then forcefully dug out a clump, brought it to his nose, and sniffed it gently.
The scent of grass mixed within the earth, and the smell brought an expression of ecstasy to Orochimaru's face.
"Indeed, this is a brand new world," he murmured to himself, his voice filled with obsession and excitement.
Not far away, Senju Tobirama and Sarutobi Hiruzen stood side by side, their gazes drawn to the vast, boundless sea before them.
The azure water sparkled under the sunlight.
Tobirama's eyes were filled with shock; he had never seen such a massive body of water. Even the largest lake in the world of Naruto was but a drop in the bucket compared to this sea before him.
Hiruzen was equally awed by the spectacular sight, his mouth slightly agape, momentarily speechless.
"Haha, Tobirama, I didn't lie to you, did I? This world is very interesting."
Hashirama strode over and clapped Tobirama firmly on the shoulder.
Hashirama had already traveled to many places in this world, and now, returning here again, his excitement was overflowing.
At this moment, the group of four Hokage had once again come to the world of One Piece with Roy's help.
Tobirama gazed at everything before him, the shock in his heart taking a long time to subside.
This world possessed powerful forces completely different from those of the Naruto world.
Such great power made him realize that the unification of the two worlds might truly be an inevitable step.
In his heart, he had already begun to formulate plans; he was determined to ensure Konoha occupied an advantageous position in the future process of merging the two worlds.
Countless plans and strategies flashed rapidly through his mind. For Konoha's future, he was willing to give his all.
Orochimaru toyed with a strange branch he had broken from a tree on the island, his eyes narrowing slightly.
Suddenly, he stopped his movements and slowly spoke: "I might have a way to revive the First Hokage."
These words instantly shattered the previously relaxed atmosphere.
Hashirama was taken aback at first, then a faint smile appeared on his face, his expression rather nonchalant:
"Oh? Is that so? Well, it doesn't really matter either way. This Impure World Reincarnation isn't so bad."
His tone was casual, as if discussing a trivial matter.
But Tobirama was somewhat excited.
"Orochimaru, you have a way?" He seemed unable to fully believe the words of this former rogue ninja.
Tobirama's feelings towards Orochimaru were incredibly complex.
He had once been Hiruzen's most prized student, yet he betrayed Konoha and even led his own forces to attack it.
In the past, Tobirama would not have hesitated to act against Orochimaru immediately.
But now, the situation was completely different.
The critical moment for unifying the two worlds had arrived, and the ninja world faced unprecedented challenges.
In this special period, the ninja world had to unite and become an indestructible whole.
And Orochimaru, the knowledge and technology he possessed, could very well play a crucial role in the future situation.
Tobirama took a deep breath and slowly said, "Orochimaru, you'd better not be joking."
Orochimaru nodded unhurriedly and explained, "Lord Second Hokage, don't be so wary of me."
He smiled eerily.
"Having recently received a lot of Amado's research data, I've gained a deeper understanding of the Ōtsutsuki clan's power."
"Lord Second Hokage, you should know that there are intricate connections between the Senju clan and the Ōtsutsuki clan."
"Within the Ōtsutsuki clan's power system, there exist certain mysteries concerning life and soul that might become the key to reviving Hashirama."
As he spoke, he pulled a notebook from his robe, its pages densely filled with various research data and insights.
A glimmer of hope shone in Tobirama's eyes. He turned to look at Hashirama and said seriously, "Big brother, you might think it doesn't matter, but do you know what your existence means to the ninja world?"
"Only with the appearance of a powerful figure like you representing the ninja world will it have enough confidence to gain greater benefits among the various realms."
Hearing this, Hashirama's smile gradually faded, and his expression became solemn.
He knew well that Tobirama spoke the truth. He pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "In that case, if true revival is possible, let's give it a try."
Orochimaru's lips curled into a confident smile. "Don't worry. This is also a rare research opportunity for me. I'll give it my all."
Tobirama's gaze swept back and forth. The sea wind rustled, constantly tousling his hair, but his mind was entirely elsewhere.
In his thoughts, he was rapidly calculating the future layout of the ninja world in this new world, and one idea grew increasingly clear: they needed a base.
This base would not only be their foothold in the world of One Piece but also the key to gaining an advantage in potential future conflicts.
Suddenly, a place Hashirama had once described jumped into his mind: the Land of Wano.
It was a nation with a unique culture and powerful samurai.
Tobirama's eyes instantly lit up. He swiftly turned to look at Hashirama. "Big brother, regarding the Land of Wano you mentioned before, what do you think of using it as our base?"
Upon hearing Tobirama's idea, Hashirama's face, usually wearing a gentle smile, instantly turned serious.
"Tobirama, that wouldn't be right."
"The Land of Wano already has a ruler. It seems to be the Kozuki clan's territory. How could we..."
But Tobirama cut him off with a wave of his hand.
"Big brother, in this world, strength is the foundation of everything."
His tone was firm and brooked no argument.
"The Kozuki clan is too incompetent. They can't even protect their own country. Why should they continue to possess the Land of Wano?"
"Rather than leaving the Land of Wano as it is, it's better to hand it over to us. We have the ability to make it better and can also lay a solid foundation for the ninja world in this world."
A shrewd glint shone in Tobirama's eyes. His mind worked rapidly, weighing the pros and cons.
In his view, this was a strategic decision concerning the future development of the ninja world. Emotions had to yield in the face of such an overall situation.
Sarutobi Hiruzen stood quietly nearby, listening to their debate, and nodded slightly to indicate his agreement with Tobirama's point of view.
"Lord Tobirama is absolutely right."
"Ninjas have always lived in a cruel world. The Land of Wano holds an important geographical position and possesses abundant resources, making it crucial for our development in this world. If the Kozuki clan cannot protect their own homeland, there's no fault in us taking over."
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