Sasuke Uchiha stared in shock at the scroll in Chinya's hands, his face filled with disbelief.
Chinya smiled slightly at Sasuke Uchiha and said, "Let me tell you a secret. Throughout Konoha, countless snakes are under my control. So yes, I already knew you've been secretly watching me these past few days.
Therefore, every move you've made has been within my sight. Trying to threaten me with this scroll—honestly, how naive.
One more thing—I'm not worried about Konoha attacking Otogakure, just find it a bit of a hassle. If you plan on threatening me with that, forget it.
So then, do you have anything else to say? If you don't, perhaps you should start thinking about what I will do next."
Sasuke Uchiha's body trembled uncontrollably.
He had miscalculated—he never expected that Chinya had always known he was watching from outside the inn.
Now his scroll was also in Chinya's possession; he had completely lost his advantage.
Chinya sneered, "A twelve-year-old kid—no matter how smart you think you are, your limits show all too quickly. Looks like you're out of options. Maybe before this you thought yourself clever, but in my eyes, you're foolish—overestimating your own strength and underestimating mine. Do you really think you could stand equal with me and talk as peers?"
Sasuke Uchiha felt fear rising inside him. He turned to flee but found himself unable to move.
Chinya chuckled lightly. "No need to be so scared. Although I detest the Uchiha Clan, dealing with someone as weak as you doesn't seem worth my effort. Actually, I'm quite curious—you risked so much to come here for something, right?
You've probably heard from your clan how terrified they were of what I did to them back then.
So go ahead, tell me—I'm giving you the chance. Why exactly did you come looking for me?"
Head lowered, his eyes filled with fear, Sasuke whispered, "I... I want power..."
Chinya showed no surprise at Sasuke's answer.
He had figured that since Sasuke had somehow discovered his identity yet still dared approach him, he certainly hadn't come to kill him. There must be something he wanted instead.
Right now, obviously, what Sasuke truly desired was the power needed to take revenge against Itachi Uchiha.
"In other words, you want to follow me and learn from me? But from what I know, aren't you currently learning the Chidori under Kakashi?"
Sasuke's expression twisted slightly as he responded, "It's not enough… nowhere close! Chidori increases my power, but it won't make me truly strong. I want a power that can transform me completely!"
Crossing his arms, Chinya asked with slight confusion, "But why would you think I'd teach you? To you, I am an enemy too. How many Uchiha have died by my hands—I myself have lost count."
Sasuke Uchiha tightened his fists and said, "Value… I believe my future value is worth your teachings! The only one I want to take revenge on is Itachi Uchiha! I don't care if it means selling myself—so long as I can kill Itachi Uchiha!"
Chinya's eyes narrowed slightly. "Should I take this as your willingness to trade your own future for power from me?"
Sasuke Uchiha's voice was hoarse. "Exactly… Naruto Uzumaki, who graduated from the Ninja Academy alongside me, has already surpassed me by far. I'm not even worthy of standing beside him in battle. Every time we fight… all I can do is stand there helplessly…
I'm done with this! I rage at my own weakness constantly. I can't tolerate my lack of strength any longer. I am an avenger. I know exactly how powerful Itachi Uchiha is. If things keep going like this, I may never gain the power needed to avenge myself against Itachi Uchiha!
Therefore, I want power. Even if it means turning to you, my enemy, I will give it a shot. Because in my eyes, only you can grant me the strength for vengeance!"
Chinya gazed intently at Sasuke Uchiha.
Truth be told, Sasuke seeking power from him did surprise Chinya somewhat.
Yet he could clearly see the determination burning within Sasuke Uchiha for revenge. And because Naruto Uzumaki's overwhelming strength had created such imbalance within him, Sasuke had decided to risk everything and come to him for power.
Right now, Sasuke Uchiha was indeed an unyielding avenger.
As a fated hero just like Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke's talent and potential were truly immense.
But equally, many complex burdens weighed on Sasuke Uchiha.
In the past, Chinya might have refused Sasuke Uchiha to avoid unnecessary entanglements.
However, should he refuse now, Sasuke might never cross paths with Orochimaru again—and no one knew whom he would end up following for power.
Now that the entire Shinobi World's trajectory had changed drastically, the future was filled with uncertainty.
If that was the case, then keeping Sasuke Uchiha within Chinya's vision and under his control seemed like a favorable option.
Chinya walked slowly toward Sasuke Uchiha and stopped in front of him. "The idea of trading your future for power isn't unappealing. I despise Itachi Uchiha as well, and I'd love to witness the spectacle of brothers fighting each other. Under my guidance, whether you can actually kill Itachi Uchiha will be truly intriguing.
Still, let me ask you one final time—Are you certain? Once decided, I shall cast a Sealing Technique upon you. If you ever try to betray me in the future, this seal will end your life."
Sasuke Uchiha's eyes turned icy cold, his tone unwavering. "I've made my decision! As long as I can kill Itachi Uchiha, nothing else matters."
Chinya formed hand seals and pressed them onto Sasuke Uchiha's head.
[Sealing Technique! Inner Possession: Cerebral Shackles!]
A surge of cursed seals appeared across Sasuke Uchiha's body, racing and finally converging into his mind.
Sasuke Uchiha fell to his knees, clutching his head in unbearable pain.
After the sealing was completed, Chinya spoke to Sasuke Uchiha, saying, "This [sealing technique] affects your brain. If you attempt to release it, the seal will activate automatically and crush your mind. Of course, I can activate it directly as well..."
Before Chinya could go into further details about the [sealing technique], Sasuke Uchiha lifted his head, locking eyes with Chinya and said, "None of that matters. Can you give me power now?"
Chinya smirked widely. "Of course. As you wish."
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