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"Jinchuriki?"
Sasuke was stunned for a moment when he heard Orochimaru's words, and then he visibly became excited, his voice trembling as he said,
"Really? Can you really make me a Jinchuriki like Naruto?"
Sasuke had personally witnessed Naruto use the power of the 'Tailed Beast' to fight Biwa Jūzō.
At that time, the destructive power Naruto displayed when using the Nine-Tailed Chakra left a very deep impression on Sasuke.
Since then, Sasuke had been subtly inquiring about 'Tailed Beasts' from Orochimaru and had learned a lot of information about 'Jinchuriki'.
In Sasuke's view, the 'Tailed Beast' in Naruto's body definitely played a very important role in his strength, so he had expressed his desire to become a Jinchuriki to Orochimaru, his master, more than once.
However, Orochimaru had never directly responded to him, but now, Orochimaru actually took the initiative to say he would help him become a Jinchuriki.
This made Sasuke ecstatic, and he even began to fantasize that if he could also master that 'world-destroying' powerful strength, he would definitely be able to close the gap in strength with Naruto, and even surpass Naruto!
Orochimaru saw Sasuke's excited look and couldn't help but laugh, saying,
"You are my disciple, of course I will help you, but the conditions for becoming a Jinchuriki are very strict; we still need to plan carefully."
To become a Jinchuriki, two elements must be gathered: a Tailed Beast and a Jinchuriki Sealing Technique.
The Jinchuriki Sealing Technique is a top secret in any Village, and ordinary people simply cannot access it.
But for Orochimaru, getting the Jinchuriki Sealing Technique was not difficult. The reason he hadn't touched such things before was because he had no interest.
Because to become a Jinchuriki, the Sealing Technique is just an accessory; the Tailed Beast is the most important thing. And Tailed Beasts are 'strategic-level' existences in any Village, generally impossible to obtain.
If Orochimaru hadn't sensed an opportunity from the Akatsuki Organization's movements, he wouldn't have made such a promise to Sasuke.
"Mhm mhm!~"
Sasuke heard Orochimaru's words, immediately nodded excitedly, and then said, "Then hurry up and plan."
Orochimaru: "..."
Sasuke's tone made him feel like he wasn't a master, but a tool. He felt a bit uncomfortable.
Thinking this, Orochimaru secretly decided that when he bestowed the Curse Mark upon Sasuke, he would definitely turn the pain switch to maximum, to let him truly experience what 'pain' was.
On the other side:
"Granny Tsunade, have you and Orochimaru finished discussing your matters?" Naruto asked Tsunade.
"It's settled,"
Tsunade nodded, then hesitated for a moment and said,
"Because Orochimaru is a wanted criminal of the Village, it's most suitable for him to handle this matter."
Tsunade had not concealed the purpose of her visit to Orochimaru from Naruto, and her latter sentence was also an explanation to Naruto.
Because in Tsunade's view, Naruto would definitely become a pillar of the Village in the future and would certainly become Hokage. The matter she asked Orochimaru to do already fell within the scope of the 'dark side', so after careful consideration, she chose not to hide from Naruto the fact that she asked Orochimaru to eliminate the Village's higher-ups.
By doing this, she was also letting Naruto see the 'job description' of a Hokage in advance.
"Okay."
Naruto listened to Tsunade's explanation and just nodded slightly, indicating that he didn't care at all.
If Naruto were still the teenager who dreamed of becoming Hokage, he would definitely object to such matters.
But now, Naruto had long since given up the idea of becoming Hokage, and he was even close to neglecting his identity as a 'Ninja'.
Without any ambition, he naturally wouldn't have any interest in such power struggles revolving around the Hokage, much less express any opinions.
"Naruto, you—"
Tsunade saw Naruto's attitude, seemed to perceive his stance, but couldn't help but frown. She wanted to ask him about his views on the Village, but then held back.
Because she suddenly thought of the Fourth Hokage's existence.
Regarding the various changes in Naruto, in the eyes of Tsunade and others, they were all due to the arrangements of his father, Minato Namikaze. And Minato Namikaze, as the former Fourth Hokage, must have already planned Naruto's future growth direction and his attitude toward the Village, so they probably didn't need to interfere.
What they could do now was to teach Naruto more things and help him grow faster.
Thinking this, Tsunade suddenly changed the subject and asked, "Naruto, you must have finished your business with the Akatsuki Organization, right?"
"Yes, very smoothly."
Naruto replied with a smile. This trip to the Akatsuki Organization, not only did he discuss with Nagato about reviving his parents, but he also teamed up to remove the Masked Man from the Akatsuki Organization, and finally gained a senior brother.
Although it was a bit regrettable that he couldn't eliminate the Masked Man, it was still very smooth.
"That's good."
Tsunade nodded, not even asking Naruto about the details of his experiences in the Akatsuki Organization, then said,
"Since our matters are concluded, then next you will come with me to Shikkotsu Forest. I have already inquired with the Sage's clone about taking you to learn Sage Mode, and the Sage has agreed to teach the Sage Mode of Shikkotsu Forest."
"Really? That's great!"
Naruto also showed a happy smile when he heard Tsunade's words. He was indeed very interested in the ability of Sage Mode.
Next, Tsunade and Naruto bid farewell to Orochimaru and Sasuke, preparing to go to Shikkotsu Forest to learn Sage Mode from the Sage.
As they left, Sasuke, who had somehow regained his confidence, once again looked very confident and told Naruto that he would definitely defeat him the next time they met, and that Naruto should look forward to it.
Naruto, internally, felt absolutely nothing to look forward to, but verbally, he still encouraged him and expressed great anticipation.
Naruto was truly worried about his friend Sasuke accidentally going to extremes.