Chapter 21: Orochimaru Returns

【E-Rank Ninjutsu: Substitution Technique, appraised as Common Skill, recycle success, gained Exchange Points: 20】The Main God's voice rang out in the Space, carrying a trace of mechanical coldness.

【Notice: Each piece of Knowledge in the Main God Space exists as only one original, can only be collected once】

Suddenly Orochimaru's body trembled, he felt as if an invisible hand had directly swept across his mind.

This process had no discomfort or pain whatsoever, Orochimaru nodded slightly, a trace of a satisfied smile surfacing at the corner of his mouth. "I see, so this is the feeling of selling Knowledge? It truly is magical."

At This Moment, the Virtual Screen before him suddenly Shone once, a brand new option prominently Appeared before his eyes: 【Skill: Substitution Technique】

【Level: None】

【Origin: Ninja World】

【Prerequisite Requirement: Chakra Extraction Technique】

【Introduction: One of the simplest Ninjutsu from the Ninja World, can create a substitute identical in appearance to oneself within a short time. The substitute has no physical body, once attacked it will disappear. This technique can be used to confuse Enemies, creating opportunities for oneself to Escape or counterattack.】

【Exchange Points: 200】

Orochimaru's gaze fell on the Substitution Technique's Exchange Points, he raised his brow slightly. "200 points? What I sold was worth only 20 points, but to Exchange requires 200 points……"

He narrowed his eyes, Tightly Staring at that number: "Interesting. This Main God really is a profiteer."

"However, this also explains a problem. The Ninjutsu I sell has value here at the Main God. And……"

His gaze fell on the Ninja Tool Pouch at his waist, a sharp light flashed in his eyes. "Main God, I want to sell a Kunai." Orochimaru said in a deep voice, his Tone calm and Determined.

【Item: Kunai, appraised as Common Item, recycle success, gained 1 point】The Main God's voice Rang Out Again, utterly without emotion.

Orochimaru quickly glanced at the Virtual Screen, the corner of his mouth curving up slightly. In the shop's item list, a new option prominently Appeared: 【Item: Kunai】

【Level: None】

【Origin: Ninja World】

【Introduction: A throwing weapon commonly used by ninja, shaped like an inverted triangle, can be used for close combat or ranged attack.】

【Exchange Points: 5】

"As expected." Orochimaru murmured softly, scheming light Shining in his eyes. He quickly calculated in his mind, then chose to Exchange without the slightest hesitation.

The next moment, a brand new Kunai appeared in Orochimaru's hand. He carefully examined these two weapons, discovering they were of higher quality compared to the one he had just sold.

It was very obvious, this Kunai Exchanged from the Main God Space, whether in workmanship or materials, was far more exquisite than his original one.

"This means" Orochimaru's eyes flashed slightly, the smile at the corner of his mouth growing richer. "As long as I obtain some precious unique items, I can first sell them to the Main God, then use points to purchase multiple copies, although somewhat expensive, it is absolutely not a loss!"

Orochimaru continued recalling the Main God's previous words, trying to find more clues, suddenly he remembered the Main God's previous hint regarding selling Knowledge.

"Each piece of Knowledge exists as only one original? Can only be collected once?" Orochimaru raised his brow slightly, repeating this sentence thoughtfully.

"If each piece of Knowledge is unique, why would the Main God specially emphasize 'can only be collected once'?" Orochimaru paced slowly, his gaze gradually becoming profound. "Unless."

A bold conjecture suddenly flashed through his mind, his Pupils contracting slightly. "Unless, a world does not necessarily have only one participant. Perhaps, the Main God also chooses other people as Reincarnation Stones, they also sell Knowledge to the Main God."

To verify this idea, Orochimaru immediately asked the Main God: "Main God, can a world have multiple Reincarnators?"

【Sorry, your Permission is insufficient, cannot answer.】

The Main God's answer was concise and cold, providing no valuable information whatsoever.

"As expected." Orochimaru felt no surprise, instead becoming even more certain of his conjecture. He stared sharply at the giant Light Sphere before him, a playful smile rising at the corner of his mouth.

"The reason the Main God set the rule of Knowledge originals being unique is perhaps to prevent different Reincarnators from selling duplicate Knowledge. Although I don't know what use the Main God has for these skills, as the Ninja World's first Reincarnator, I must seize this initiative."

Thinking of this, a gleam flashed in Orochimaru's eyes, he impatiently began searching his mind for those Ninjutsu and Knowledge that could be sold.

"Main God, I want to sell Ninjutsu!"

【E-Rank Ninjutsu: Transformation Technique, appraised as Common Skill, recycle success, gained Exchange Points: 20 points】

【C-Rank Ninjutsu: Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique, appraised as One-Star Skill, recycle success, gained Exchange Points: 50 points】

【C-Rank Ninjutsu: Wind Release: Great Breakthrough, appraised as One-Star Skill, recycle success, gained Exchange Points: 50 points】

【B-Rank Ninjutsu: Wind Style: Vacuum Great Sphere, appraised as One-Star Skill, recycle success, gained Exchange Points: 100 points】

【A-Rank Sealing Technique: Five Elements Seal, appraised as Two-Star Skill, recycle success, gained Exchange Points: 300 points】

………………

Accompanied by the Main God's mechanical voice again and again, the Ninjutsu Knowledge in Orochimaru's mind was continuously collected, Exchange Points also rising rapidly.

When Orochimaru had sold the vast majority of Ninjutsu he mastered to the Main God Space, his Exchange Points actually reached a full 70,000! Orochimaru nodded satisfied. As the proud disciple of Ninja Professor Hiruzen Sarutobi, and one who vowed to learn all Ninjutsu to probe the Ninja World's truth, the Ninjutsu he mastered could be described as countless.

And now, these precious Knowledge had all transformed into Exchange Points in his hands, becoming his most powerful chips in this Reincarnation game.

At this moment Zhang Feng behind the scenes was already grinning ear to ear, watching his Exchange Points rising steadily, the corner of his mouth unable to come down, the Exchange Points Orochimaru gained from selling, the Main God Space would also gain a considerable portion.

In the Main God Space, Knowledge and Items can be Exchanged for points because they all carry a special "World Power".

Every independent World has its unique laws and energy systems. The Ninja World has chakra, the Pirate World has Devil Fruit, these are all that world's specialties, containing that world's unique special power.

And the Main God Space is like a giant energy recycling station. When a Reincarnator personally offers a world's specialty to the Main God, the Main God can extract that precious "World Power" from it, converting it into energy for the Space's operation.

The points Reincarnators gain are actually the portion of energy the Main God allocates to them. And the Main God then pockets the remaining energy entirely, used to maintain the Space's stability and expansion.

And this energy has extremely powerful versatility, able to create and transform into almost any substance. That is why the Main God Space can Exchange Items.

Zhang Feng quickly browsed through Orochimaru's sold Ninjutsu list, a trace of surprise and admiration flashing in his eyes. From the most basic Ninjutsu to some quite powerful Forbidden Jutsu, it had everything. From this it can be seen, Orochimaru's attainment in Ninjutsu truly lives up to his reputation.

He had long thought the number of Ninjutsu Orochimaru mastered was absolutely not low, but he had not expected it to actually be high to this degree.

"Haha, this time we've struck it rich." Zhang Feng laughed: "And this is a three-way win. Orochimaru gets the Items he wants to Exchange for, the Main God Space also collects a large amount of Ninjutsu Knowledge, and I can use these Exchange Points to properly operate the Space. Simply perfect!"

At this moment Orochimaru opened the shop interface again.

"With these points, next I can Exchange for some powerful Skills and Items." A confident smile rose at the corner of Orochimaru's mouth.

【Poison-Poison Fruit——40000 Exchange Points】

"Poison-Poison Fruit, indeed quite good……"

Orochimaru took a Deep Breath, his gaze Tightly Locked on that purple-black fruit icon. After hesitating a moment, he still Decisively pressed the Exchange button.

【Poison-Poison Fruit Exchange successful, deducted 40000 Exchange Points.】

The words barely fell, a strangely shaped fruit appeared out of thin air, floating before Orochimaru.

He reached out and took it, gazing deeply at the fruit, a trace of barely concealed excitement flashing in his eyes. The fruit was entirely purple-black, its surface covered in eerie patterns, emanating an unsettling aura.

"Is this a Devil Fruit?" Orochimaru carefully observed the Devil Fruit's appearance, a smile of excitement curling at the corner of his mouth.

But unexpectedly, Orochimaru did not rush to swallow the fruit. He took out a Scroll from his Ninja Tool Pouch, spread the Scroll flat on the ground, and then carefully placed the fruit right in the center of the Scroll.

"Seal!" With a low shout from Orochimaru, the Runes on the Scroll suddenly began to shine, emitting a faint purple light. The outline of the Devil Fruit gradually became transparent, finally turning into a wisp of green smoke that completely vanished into the Scroll.

"Hum—" Accompanied by a long humming sound, the light on the Scroll gradually dimmed. Orochimaru nodded in satisfaction, reached out to roll up the Scroll, and solemnly placed it into his bosom.

"Although I am very interested in the power of this fruit, it is better to be cautious before understanding its secrets." Orochimaru muttered softly, gazing thoughtfully into the distance. "Once we Return to Konoha, there will be plenty of time to study it slowly."

Afterwards, Orochimaru continued browsing the Shop, and soon another Skill caught his attention.

【Skill: Intermediate Armament Haki】

【Level: Three Stars】

【Origin: Pirate World】

【Introduction: Armament Haki is an invisible armor that can protect the user from Physical Attacks. Not only can it greatly enhance defense, it can similarly enhance attack power, and Advanced Armament Haki can also project outward to enchant weapons, or inflict internal injuries on Enemies, crushing their internal organs. At the same time, it is a powerful weapon against Logia users. It allows the user's attacks to touch the bodies of users who have transformed into elements, making them unable to dodge.】

【Exchange Points: 17000】

Orochimaru carefully examined the introduction of 【Intermediate Armament Haki】, his gaze gradually becoming Bright.

"Can greatly enhance defense and attack." Orochimaru muttered to himself: "If I can master this ability, some low-level Ninjutsu in the Ninja World will no longer harm me."

In previous battles, Orochimaru discovered that compared to ninjas of the Ninja World, the people of the Pirate World had abnormally strong physiques, and ordinary attacks could almost hardly break their defenses. Compared to ninjas who liked long-range attacks and had fragile bodies, the other side seemed more inclined toward close-quarters combat.

If he could master this ability, his survivability would undoubtedly rise to a new level.

He quickly glanced at the Exchange Points of the Skill, 【17000 Points】, and for him now, this price was still Acceptable.

Orochimaru moved his mind, and the Next Second, a dazzling beam of light descended from the sky, enveloping his entire body. A special energy began to gather within him.

"This feeling..." Orochimaru muttered to himself, excitement shining in his eyes.

He slowly raised his right hand, and a layer of pitch-black energy quickly attached to his arm, dyeing his Skin black.

Orochimaru took out a brand-new Kunai from his Ninja Tool Pouch. He held the Kunai in his right hand, his Fingertips gently stroking the edge of the Kunai, as if feeling its hard, cold texture.

The Next Second, he suddenly gripped hard, and the Kunai actually shattered under the pressure of this force, turning into Metal Fragments scattered across the sky, clanging as they fell to the ground.

"Interesting, truly too interesting." Orochimaru spoke to himself, excitement flashing in his eyes.

At this moment, the figure of Tsunade appeared in his mind, recalling the terrifying power he had once witnessed her smash a Giant Rock with a single punch.

"If this Armament Haki is tempered to the extreme, perhaps even Tsunade's monstrous strength can be surpassed." Orochimaru whispered softly.

Suddenly, a crazy thought surged in Orochimaru's heart. His gaze gradually became fanatical, and he muttered to himself: "The so-called secrets of the Ninja World that I once pursued, the source of all Ninjutsu, before the vast Multiverse, what do they amount to? Even the entire Ninja World, in this boundless Universe, is nothing more than a speck of dust."

"What I want to pursue is the truth of the Multiverse! This is the ultimate pursuit of me as a ninja!"

He took a Deep Breath, calmed his mind, and once again looked at the Virtual Screen before him.

The Exchange Points displayed above were almost exhausted, only a few thousand left. Orochimaru quickly browsed the other options in the Mall, but his current Points obviously could not Exchange for anything useful.

He looked up at the huge Light Sphere and asked in a deep voice: "Main God, how do I return to the Ninja World?"

【Just silently recite Return in your heart】 The mechanical, cold voice rang out again in the Main God Space.

Hearing this, Orochimaru took a Deep Breath, closed his eyes, and silently recited in his heart: "Return!"

The next moment, an invisible force enveloped Orochimaru's entire body. He felt his vision go dark, and then instantly vanished from the Main God Space.

(Chapter End)