Double Evolution, Bait That Stays the Same

Sacrificing Toneri Otsutsuki to the Ten-Tails was an experimental whim of Izayoi's.

If this experiment succeeded, it would mean the Ten-Tails had very low requirements to become the God Tree, and even highly pure members among mixed-blood Otsutsuki could serve as sacrifices.

If it failed, it would mean the Ten-Tails' sacrifice to become the God Tree must be a pure-blooded Otsutsuki with the Otsutsuki Bloodline (Rainbow).

This way, Izayoi wouldn't be able to casually hunt those pure-blooded Otsutsuki.

Furthermore, before Toneri Otsutsuki and the others arrived, Izayoi only had two targets: Kaguya Otsutsuki, sealed on the Moon, and Isshiki Otsutsuki, whose hiding place was unknown.

Neither of these individuals was easy to capture.

As Kaguya Otsutsuki's superior, and the Rabbit Goddess who had consumed the Chakra Fruit, their space-time abilities were second only to Izayoi, who had already mastered Space-Time Slash.

However, their ability to escape was something even Izayoi couldn't handle.

Isshiki Otsutsuki was slightly easier to catch. Unless he had already found a Reincarnation Vessel and carved Karma onto them, as long as the person he possessed, Jigen, was found, Isshiki Otsutsuki would have nowhere to run.

Moreover, Isshiki Otsutsuki, who did not possess Ame-no-Minakanushi, was not as capable of escaping as Kaguya Otsutsuki.

However, finding Isshiki Otsutsuki among so many Other Dimensions was still a difficult task.

Therefore, Izayoi prepared a third plan, which was also a wild idea... an evolutionary path.

That was... cloning!

In Boruto, there were two very formidable scientists.

One was Amado. Not only did he develop various high-tech weapons, silently accelerating the development of the Shinobi World, but he was also highly skilled in cloning technology.

He used cloning technology to create a clone of his daughter, Ada, who looked exactly like her but had a completely opposite personality. He also used Jiraiya's genes to create the clone Koji Kashin, and even used the corpses or genes left by Shibai Otsutsuki to create the modified humans Ada and Daemon, who mastered Divine Techniques.

Without Amado, it would have been very difficult for Isshiki Otsutsuki to find a Reincarnation Vessel onto which he could carve Karma.

The second was Orochimaru.

During the Boruto era, Orochimaru had already perfectly modified his body. He could be male or female, and even creatures like White Zetsu could regenerate their bodies automatically without hand seals.

Moreover, compared to his strength, Orochimaru's scientific level was his greatest improvement.

Just like the clones and modified humans created by Amado, Orochimaru had also created artificial humans who could use Sage Mode and even enter Sage Transformation.

However, compared to Amado, who was supported by Isshiki Otsutsuki, Orochimaru's conditions were far too poor.

His knowledge was limited, and being monitored by Konoha, he didn't have many materials to research.

Unlike Amado, he had the support of the Kara organization and the corpse or genes of Shibai Otsutsuki, the Otsutsuki God, to research.

If Orochimaru had such conditions, Izayoi believed he would definitely not be inferior to Amado, and might even be more formidable than Amado.

After all, Orochimaru was not alone; he also had Kabuto Yakushi.

If necessary, Izayoi could even use Reanimation Jutsu to bring Tobirama Senju, allowing them to communicate and progress together.

Unfortunately, Izayoi couldn't find Amado's whereabouts. Otherwise, bringing this genius scientist to Konoha would definitely speed things up.

As long as Orochimaru could successfully clone a clone with the Otsutsuki Bloodline (Rainbow), Izayoi wouldn't have to wait for those pure-blooded Otsutsuki to come or hold back. He would have an endless supply of sacrifices.

Thus, Izayoi used the Genjutsu of the Rinne Tenseigan to replay the Infinite Tsukuyomi scene he saw through Ame-no-Tokotachi for Orochimaru, letting him know what White Zetsu was.

After learning this secret, Orochimaru was shocked and felt a sense of dread, saying, "White Zetsu is actually a human from ancient times? That white light that shone upon the world was actually a Genjutsu used to create White Zetsu!"

At this moment, Orochimaru suddenly felt immensely grateful to Izayoi.

Although the dream of the Infinite Tsukuyomi allowed him to experience the pleasure of mastering all ninjutsu and achieving eternal life.

However, a dream is still a dream.

If he had to choose between that beautiful dream and this laboratory and secret, Orochimaru would not hesitate to choose the latter.

Izayoi had already become an existence like the Sage of Six Paths. With his age and strength, he would surely pursue the realm of eternal life that even the Sage of Six Paths could not achieve in the future.

As long as he followed Izayoi, he might be able to realize this wish in the future.

At the very least, he could explore the realm of gods.

This was much better than staying in a false dream world and gradually turning into a creature like White Zetsu.

"Lord Orochimaru, this will be your laboratory from now on," Izayoi said with a smile. "I will connect this Other Dimension to the real world and simultaneously set up a seal that only you and I can open. You can bring Kabuto Yakushi in to conduct experiments. If needed, I can also summon Sasori of the Red Sand or use Reanimation Jutsu on the Second Hokage to assist you."

"Izayoi-kun, who do you want to clone?" Orochimaru asked. "Madara Uchiha, the Sage of Six Paths, or perhaps... you?"

"Let's start with this guy."

Izayoi tore open space and took out a severed arm, saying, "If you can clone this guy, it means your cloning technology has reached the pinnacle of humanity. Then you can try cloning gods, that is, Six Paths Level existences."

"This arm is?"

Orochimaru stared intently at the severed arm in Izayoi's hand, his eyes filled with confusion.

"It's Toneri Otsutsuki's," Izayoi said without concealment.

"So it's the owner of that Sage Eye," Orochimaru said with a slight realization, but inwardly, a storm was brewing.

Izayoi had indeed killed Madara Uchiha and Toneri Otsutsuki in that final battle.

Little did he know that this severed arm belonged to the real Toneri Otsutsuki.

Even less did he know that Izayoi had not only killed Madara Uchiha but also defeated the Rabbit Goddess and killed the Sage of Six Paths.

After handing the severed arm to Orochimaru, Izayoi left the Other Dimension with him. He then instructed Orochimaru to find a location to connect the Other Dimension with that place.

The location Orochimaru chose was his current laboratory, which was originally... the Root Base.

That's right, Orochimaru, who had returned to Konoha while sacrificing Danzo's reputation, chose the Root Base as his residence and laboratory.

Kabuto Yakushi had also returned to the orphanage and was now the new director of the Konoha Orphanage.

Izayoi was not stingy with these two talented individuals he valued.

The major ninja clans and certain ninjas could also see how much Izayoi valued Orochimaru. They didn't dare to gossip behind his back. Otherwise, the Shimura Clan, which had already moved their clan grounds away from Konoha's Central Street and even away from Konoha like the Kurama Clan, would be their fate.

After connecting the entrance to the Other Dimension with Orochimaru's laboratory, Izayoi then handed Orochimaru the complete Yin-Yang Release he obtained from the Moon.

If Izayoi hadn't completely mastered the abilities of Karma yet, he would have even prepared to figure out the principles of Karma and hand them over to Orochimaru for research.

Only by broadening Orochimaru's horizons could this genius scientist make rapid progress.

The reason Isshiki Otsutsuki could find Kawaki, this Reincarnation Vessel, was also due to Amado's numerous research attempts at transplanting Karma.

Upon receiving the complete Yin-Yang Release translated into Japanese by Izayoi, Orochimaru was once again ecstatic. As if a pirate had found a great treasure, he said with a trembling voice, "I knew it, the hidden Yin Release and Yang Release would never be this simple. These two attributes are the greatest treasures of the human body! Yin-Yang Release, the secret art of creating all things, this is simply a ladder to divinity!"

"I'm glad you like it. I hope it will be helpful for your research," Izayoi said with a smile.

"Don't worry, Izayoi-kun, I will definitely do my best to help you."

Having received so many great gifts from Izayoi, Orochimaru immediately promised.

"No need to rush, take your time. I believe in you," Izayoi said with a smile.

As long as Orochimaru could clone suitable Otsutsuki to be sacrifices, even if it took decades, Izayoi could wait.

Once he had this technology, Izayoi wouldn't need to target pure-blooded Otsutsuki for capture. Instead, he could even use the method of farming clones to continuously obtain Prismatic Perks, accelerating his evolution twofold.

Therefore, Orochimaru, Kabuto Yakushi, and Amado were all individuals Izayoi valued the most.

Anyone who dared to make a move against them, Izayoi would tear them to shreds, or even annihilate their entire clan.

For this reason, Izayoi also created an Other Dimension for Orochimaru to use as a laboratory, to prevent them from being targeted by Isshiki Otsutsuki.

If Isshiki Otsutsuki found that Other Dimension, it would be like him delivering himself to their doorstep.

...

Time skipped forward a few days.

After finishing his experiments and entrusting Orochimaru with important tasks, Izayoi finally had time to deal with matters in the Shinobi World.

"Izayoi-kun, the former Anbu's Top Expert, Tenzō, has returned. He wants to meet you."

In the Hokage's Office, Karin, wearing a black suit jacket, was reporting to Izayoi.

However, her expression seemed a bit strange.

Karin was certainly no stranger to Tenzō.

When Izayoi was farming the Bloodline Limit: Wood Release (Purple) perk, Karin was the one responsible for treating Tenzō.

Karin had thought that Izayoi had already eliminated that Wood Release Experiment Subject.

She didn't expect that the person was actually still alive and had returned to Konoha after several years.

It was obvious that Izayoi had imprisoned him and only released him now that the world was at peace.

"Tell him to report to Sasuke," Izayoi said nonchalantly.

"I understand." Karin nodded, realizing that Izayoi had cleared all suspicions.

After Karin left, Hinata said to Izayoi, "Izayoi-kun, the Daimyo wants to have a Chakra Television call with you. He made an appointment a few days ago."

"There's no need for a call. I know why he's looking for me."

Izayoi took out a blank scroll, wrote a line on it, and then used Yomotsu Hirasaka to throw the scroll into it.

In the Daimyo's Estate, the Fire Daimyo, who was playing cards with the Daimyos of the other four nations and enjoying their flattery, suddenly saw a black rift appear before him. It then opened into a small black window, and a scroll fell out.

Before they could even exclaim in surprise, the small portal disappeared.

"Da... Daimyo-sama, this is the Hokage-sama's ability."

At this moment, the guards protecting the Daimyo reported with a slight tremor in their voices.

At this moment, the Daimyos of the Five Nations all trembled in their hearts, feeling fear and powerlessness.

Is this the power of the God of Shinobi?

They were not on the same level as the Five Kage of the past.

With such means, if Izayoi wished, he could eliminate them at any time and overthrow the One Country, One Village System.

Even with the strength of an entire nation, they could not resist such an existence!

Even the Fire Daimyo, who was currently feeling smug and even arrogant, picked up the scroll in front of him with a slight tremble and opened it.

When he saw the writing on the scroll, he immediately breathed a sigh of relief. A smile of relief appeared on his sweaty face, and he looked at the four trembling Daimyos in front of him and said, "You can rest assured. The Sixth Hokage wants us to maintain the status quo."

"That's great, that's really great!"

The four Daimyos were instantly overjoyed and repeatedly cheered.

Not only them, but even the ninja guards behind them, who were not managed by the ninja villages but directly belonged to the Daimyo's estate, also breathed a sigh of relief.

They all feared that Izayoi would overthrow the existing system, and if that happened, not a single one of them present would escape.

Fortunately, Izayoi, as the Sixth Hokage, was also promoting the One Country, One Village system, just like the First Hokage.

This way, the Daimyo's status would be preserved, and they would be able to survive.

Although they still had Izayoi above them, as long as their power was maintained, that was enough.

The Daimyo of the Four Great Nations had even prepared to make concessions.

To their surprise, Izayoi had no intention of asking them to make any concessions at all.

This was simply the best news imaginable!

Little did they know, Izayoi wanted them to maintain the status quo not only to avoid increasing his own workload but also to avoid making any drastic changes that might alert Isshiki Otsutsuki.

Isshiki Otsutsuki's current body was Jigen's body, which was on the verge of collapse.

To complete his reincarnation, he would inevitably need to find suitable Reincarnation Vessels to engrave Karma onto.

Not only that, but he would also abduct children with ninja potential to use as experimental subjects, and he would definitely return to the real world.

Once he discovered that there were no changes in the Shinobi World and that Izayoi was still confined to a corner of Konoha, he would make a misjudgment and lower his guard. Just like in the original story, under the false peace maintained by Uzumaki Naruto and Sasuke Uchiha that balanced the Shinobi World, he would quietly develop the Kara organization.

As soon as Isshiki Otsutsuki returned to the real world, Izayoi, who had already dispatched numerous Wood Clones and was monitoring the entire Shinobi World every second, would be able to detect him even without capturing fluctuations from a Space-Time Portal.

When Isshiki Otsutsuki made his move, he would not be able to escape Izayoi's sight.

At that time, it would be a game of cat and mouse.

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