Chapter 14 Countdown: 43 Days...
Chapter 14 Countdown: 43 Days...
Deep within Orochimaru's secret base, a sinister and oppressive atmosphere permeated the air.
A large number of scrolls and drawings were spread out on the long table. These materials were not the human body research and forbidden techniques that Orochimaru was usually best at, but rather documents and data related to astronomy.
The heavy metal door was slowly pushed open, and a tall, slender figure silently stepped into the room.
"Scorpion, you've arrived."
Orochimaru didn't even look up, as if he had expected the other party's arrival.
Scorpion nodded indifferently, his voice calm: "The observatory you requested is complete."
Orochimaru slowly raised his head: "As expected of you, your efficiency is always amazing."
Scorpion remained indifferent, letting out a cold snort: "Hmph, the rest is up to you."
The two walked through the shadowy corridor and arrived at an open area at the back of the base.
A simple yet highly practical and accurate observation station has been built.
The device has a compact structure, with various instruments arranged in an orderly manner, showcasing Scorpion's precise and efficient design style.
Orochimaru's eyes flickered slightly as he stepped forward and skillfully adjusted the angles of the telescope and rangefinder.
They began precise calculations and observations of the mysterious asteroid that was about to collide with the ninja world.
As Orochimaru continued to review the data, record the trajectory, and calculate the relevant values, his expression gradually became serious.
His previously nonchalant expression turned unusually serious.
Sasori quietly observed Orochimaru's reaction: "Judging from your expression, what the leader said earlier is true?"
Orochimaru took a deep breath, his voice becoming low and serious: "I'm afraid... it's true."
Scorpion paused slightly, "How bad is the situation?"
Orochimaru slowly uttered a suppressed number: "Based on my current calculations, the exact time that asteroid is due to collide with the ninja world is only 43 days."
Both of them fell silent, deeply shaken by the cruel number.
Orochimaru continued, "If we stand idly by and allow this planet to collide with the ninja world, it will directly lead to the extinction of more than 90% of life."
An impact can cause large-scale fracturing and uplift of the Earth's surface, and the Earth's crust will undergo violent changes and reshaping.
The ensuing volcanic eruptions, tsunamis, acid rain, and extreme global climate change will plunge the entire ninja world into utter destruction.
Sasori remained silent, his heart growing even heavier. He knew very well that Orochimaru's calculations and deductions were never far off.
"What other consequences might there be?" Scorpion asked.
"I cannot fully predict other more specific situations at the moment, but what is certain is that this is by no means a disaster that the ninja world can easily deal with. Although the Rinnegan is powerful, it can only do so much against a celestial disaster of this scale."
Orochimaru responded calmly.
The two remained silent for a long time, a thick sense of unease filling the air.
Scorpion raised his head, breaking the silence: "So, what are you planning to do next?"
Orochimaru turned his head and stared at Sasori: "Would people like you and me entrust our lives and destinies to others without reservation?"
"You've already made contact with Konoha?"
Orochimaru smiled noncommittally, then countered, "So what about you? Are you planning to go back to Sunagakure?"
Scorpion was struck by those words; a face that was both familiar and unfamiliar suddenly appeared before his eyes...
Chiyo, that old woman...
He quickly regained his usual indifference, did not answer Orochimaru's question, and turned to walk out the door.
"I need to return to the Akatsuki organization and report the specific situation of the planet to the leader."
He left with a single sentence, then his figure quickly disappeared into the darkness of the corridor.
Orochimaru stared at Sasori's departing figure, a mocking smile on his face.
Like him, Sasori would not easily entrust his life and hope to anyone, including the leader of the Akatsuki organization who called himself a god.
Kabuto quietly stepped out of the shadows and asked softly, "Lord Orochimaru, what preparations should we make next?"
Orochimaru's smile faded, and he turned to look at Kabuto, his tone resolute and decisive...
"This base is no longer safe. All core research data, key experimental samples, important materials and equipment have been moved to a more stable underground concealed facility."
Dou's eyes sharpened: "Understood, I'll arrange it right away."
Orochimaru nodded and continued, "Furthermore, we need to establish a more complete self-sufficiency system..."
"Including underground farms and reserves of survival supplies, to ensure that we still have enough resources and space for research and survival for several years after the asteroid impact."
The ninjas in the ninja world are very efficient; as long as preparations are made in advance, these infrastructure projects can be completed quickly.
Dou quickly jotted it down: "I'll get started right away."
Orochimaru looked back at the distant observatory: "Knowledge... is the foundation of our survival. The destruction of the ninja world is not terrible; what is terrible is that we are not adequately prepared and have the necessary countermeasures."
"This time, I'm going to witness it with my own eyes."
Orochimaru's voice became deep and cold, his golden snake eyes flashing with intense interest and anticipation.
"When this cataclysmic event ends, what lives will survive? And what kind of entirely new ninja world system will emerge?"
Kabuto listened quietly to Orochimaru's decisions, his eyes filled with absolute obedience and reverence.
Orochimaru then focused his attention on a scroll containing the cells of several former Hokage he had obtained from Konoha...
He was still hesitating...
Should I rely on the help of those people...?
After all... this unprecedented disaster will inevitably disrupt the old order of the five great ninja villages.
However, before that, Orochimaru had one more thing to do...
He had to return to Konoha in person to investigate that mysterious clansman named Uchiha Gen.
The Uchiha who awakened a power capable of destroying the entire ninja world on the night of the massacre aroused his intense curiosity and desire to study.
The force capable of causing such a disaster must have exceeded the scope of his conventional understanding.
Just as Orochimaru was secretly plotting, a ninja from Konoha's Root suddenly appeared at the base entrance.
He respectfully conveyed to Orochimaru, "Lord Orochimaru, Lord Danzo wishes to meet with you."
Upon hearing Danzo's name, Orochimaru's smile deepened, unable to conceal his inner joy.
"I was just thinking of going back to Konoha."
"Go ahead."
Orochimaru waved his hand, the curve of his lips growing colder and more sinister.
Tell Danzo that I will visit him soon.
Orochimaru sneered as he watched the Root ninja disappear from sight.
This meeting with Danzo will inevitably bring new gains and changes.
Uchiha Abyss...
Danzo and Konoha should have more detailed information and data about the Sharingan that could destroy the world.
Perhaps Danzo sought him out for this very reason.
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