Chapter 262:
The dim candlelight flickered across Orochimaru's pale face, casting sharp shadows that gave him an otherworldly appearance.
Sitting at the small table, he picked up the cup of water in front of him and took a slow sip, his mind occupied with his next steps.
The clone army provided him with sufficient manpower, but it would take time before they could rival the military power of the Five Great Nations.
However, a complete ninja village wasn't built solely on an army.
Granted, his clones were products of advanced technology, which meant they didn't require the infrastructure of a typical village—no need for schools or hospitals.
But beyond the numbers, what he lacked most was a proper information network.
This realization made Orochimaru nod thoughtfully to himself. A plan began to form in his mind.
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"What are you thinking about Lord Orochimaru?"