Chapter 127
After securing the Raikage's promise, Zixu didn't linger. With four more villages to visit, he couldn't afford to waste time. His next destination was Konohagakure, and he planned to practice his newly acquired Earth Grudge Fear (Jiongu) on the way.
Still, Zixu had his reservations about this technique. While it could indeed create clones, the writhing tentacles were grotesque.
"System, do I really have to learn this jutsu? Can't you just help me separate the clone?" Zixu clung to a sliver of hope. If possible, he wanted to avoid using such an unsightly technique.
[500 points have been deducted. The host can now create clones independently. System services are available if needed...]
"Damn, so all it takes is points to make you this accommodating?" Zixu scoffed. The system had never been so helpful back when he was in debt—it seemed points really made the difference.
"Alright, let's split off that guy Rosinante on the way. That'll give the village another fighter."
Zixu's plan was simple and effective. With the system's assistance, he had no trouble grasping the Earth Grudge Fear, even if he didn't like the aesthetics. The system handled the technical aspects of separating his clone, leaving him free to focus on the journey ahead.
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Meanwhile, in Ozishiogakure...
Orochimaru, or rather Princess Orochimaru, leaned back against the research chair, arching her back to stretch her chest muscles to the limit. With a satisfied sigh, she straightened up and turned her attention to the strange fruit on the table before her.
"Fascinating... A power that doesn't belong to the chakra system. It can transform the human body entirely... intriguing. It reminds me of the Pacifista technology." Orochimaru's golden eyes gleamed with fascination.