"It shouldn't have been discovered by Orochimaru yet, but after my observations, out of the sixty test subjects, only one has the potential to fuse with the First Hokage's cells," Chao Yanqian said affirmatively. He also stated that his ability to study Hashirama's cells was better than that of Orochimaru.
"Which one?" Shimura Danzo asked anxiously.
"Orochimaru has sealed off the laboratory, so I can't tell you, but it is undeniable that Orochimaru's method is not universal at all. According to his method of fusing the First Hokage's cells, the chances of survival are one in ten," Chao Yanqian continued, criticizing Orochimaru. He added, "And I'm different. I studied under Tsunade for a long time, and I have read some of the Senju clan's secrets. I am also very proficient in pharmacology. If I research it, perhaps I can find a more perfect method."
In fact, among the sixty test subjects, Chao Yanqian didn't really know which one would become Yamato.
They were all children, and Chao Yanqian couldn't tell which child would grow up to be Yamato.
But ultimately, among this batch of test subjects, Yamato did survive. This is a fact. And this incident could deepen Shimura Danzo's trust in Chao Yanqian, since even Orochimaru hadn't noticed it.
"Then what do you want to do?" Shimura Danzo asked curiously.
"Give me a sample of the First Hokage's cells. Once I have experimental materials, I can start my research," Chao Yanqian said bluntly.
"What if you can't find any results?" Shimura Danzo asked.
"No, at least I have mastered the current research results of Orochimaru, so I can start from a higher point," Chao Yanqian said confidently.
Looking at Shimura Danzo, who was still a little hesitant, Chao Yiqian decided to add more incentive: "Danzo-sama, aren't you curious why Uchiha Chizuru went with me when I went to find Sasori of the Red Sand?"
"Oh?" Shimura Danzo responded softly.
Regarding that incident, although it seemed without problems on the surface, Shimura Danzo had always felt something strange.
It was said that the assassination of the Third Kazekage by Sasori of the Red Sand was linked to Chao Yiqian and Uchiha Chizuru, but when the report was made, only Chao Yanqian took credit, while Uchiha Chizuru didn't try to claim any merit.
"I once read a note from the Second Hokage at Tsunade's place. It contained some of the Second Hokage's thoughts about opening the Mangekyō Sharingan," Chao Yanqian said, fabricating a note from the Second Hokage. Chao Yanqian knew that after seeing Uchiha Madara's strength, no one could resist the temptation of the Mangekyō Sharingan.
"You told Uchiha Chizuru the secret to awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan?" Shimura Danzo was shocked and angry.
Regarding the Uchiha clan, Shimura Danzo had always held a much harder stance than the Third Hokage. Shimura Danzo had wanted to eliminate the Uchiha clan more than once.
"Relax. In my opinion, Uchiha Chizuru doesn't have the qualifications to awaken it. Even if he knows how, he can't awaken the Mangekyō," Chao Yanqian said.
"Then what is the secret to awakening the Mangekyō Sharingan?" Shimura Danzo asked.
"As long as you protect me in the Orochimaru incident and prevent me from being implicated, I will tell you the secret. Of course, you must not expose our relationship," Chao Yanqian said.
"Agreed!" Shimura Danzo said solemnly.
Sure enough, no one could resist the temptation of the Mangekyō Sharingan, especially someone like Shimura Danzo, who had seen Uchiha Madara's overwhelming strength.
"Then, Elder Danzo, can you give me a portion of the First Hokage's cells? Without materials, my research will be difficult to carry out," Chao Yanqian said.
The reason Orochimaru didn't simply give Hashirama's cells to others but forced them to develop drugs that could suppress them was because Orochimaru hoped they could find something through Tsunade. But Chao Yanqian didn't want to rely on Tsunade, so his drug research had stalled.
"Come with me," Shimura Danzo said.
Honestly, although Shimura Danzo had agreed to cooperate with Chao Yanqian tonight, he was extremely depressed. Because it was Chao Yanqian who led everything, while Shimura Danzo was just being pulled along.
Of course, Shimura Danzo was only feeling depressed. He didn't think Chao Yanqian had enough strength to oppose him. If necessary, Danzo believed that with the elite Root ninjas, he could chase Chao Yanqian to the ends of the earth.
Additionally, Shimura Danzo secretly decided that he must investigate Chao Yanqian carefully in the future, find his weaknesses, and control him.
He also planned to research a method to counter the Flying Thunder God as soon as possible, or else Chao Yanqian and Bo Feng Shuimen would pose a huge threat.
After leaving Root, Chao Yanqian's mood suddenly improved. With Shimura Danzo's help, the minor issues between him and Orochimaru should not be exposed.
After all, Root's strength was not to be underestimated, and Orochimaru would not dare underestimate Shimura Danzo's influence.
Besides, Chao Yanqian had received a portion of the First Hokage's cells from Shimura Danzo. With a test subject, Chao Yanqian could start his research.
The fusion of the First Hokage's cells was not only Orochimaru's and Shimura Danzo's goal but also Chao Yanqian's ambition.
Chao Yanqian planned to base his method on Orochimaru's research, supplemented with drugs to suppress the cells, allowing for full assimilation at least reaching Yamato's level.
The First Hokage's Wood Release was indeed powerful, but Chao Yanqian wasn't sure he could reach that level. Still, it didn't matter even a weaker form of Wood Release would be valuable.
After returning home, Chao Yanqian immediately took out some medical supplies and performed a detailed inspection of the primary cells he received.
Although he knew Shimura Danzo might tamper with the cells, Chao Yanqian concluded after careful inspection that there were no traps. Before Chao Yanqian achieved any results, Shimura Danzo wouldn't make a move against him.
Now that the primary cells were confirmed safe, the next step was to prepare a drug that could suppress their activity.
Even though Chao Yanqian had boasted before Shimura Danzo that his ability was superior to Orochimaru's, in reality, Chao Yanqian knew that there was still a huge gap between himself and Orochimaru.
Therefore, instead of rushing to fuse the First Hokage's cells immediately, he chose to first develop drugs to suppress them.
Now that he had the cells, Chao Yanqian could finally start formulating the necessary drugs.
Chao Yanqian also planned to offer part of his research results to Orochimaru in exchange for renewed trust, at least enough to continue working under Orochimaru's wing and obtain more of his research.
Although Chao Yanqian had betrayed Orochimaru several times, it would be unwise to break ties now. Without Orochimaru, Chao Yanqian would not have the means to research the First Hokage's cells.
Thus, Chao Yanqian decided to take his research progress to the front lines at Kumogakure and present it to Orochimaru to rebuild trust.
"It seems I'll have to go to Konoha Hospital tomorrow," Chao Yanqian said to himself.
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