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Chapter 150: Chapter 150

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"Human experimentation? Orochimaru has been doing that lately?"

Hiruzen's expression grew tense when he heard Jiraiya's report. He had suspected Orochimaru of becoming reclusive. Originally meant to stay and support the village, he hadn't expected Orochimaru to conduct human experiments to study ninjutsu.

"Yes, but old man, all of Orochimaru's experimental subjects were death-row inmates from various prisons in the Land of Fire. He bought them. I've verified this."

Seeing Sarutobi put down his pipe with a grim face, Jiraiya quickly explained.

He didn't want any misunderstandings due to a lack of clarification.

"Death-row inmates? Tell me the details."

Sarutobi spoke to Jiraiya with irritation, almost ready to summon the Anbu.

Jiraiya recounted his tracking of Orochimaru, from starting in the village to leaving the research base. He left out only the questions about Mount Myōboku and Ryūchi Cave.

"So that's how it is."

Sarutobi relit his pipe and packed fresh tobacco. After a moment of silence, he said, "If they're death-row inmates, then let it go. But Anbu hadn't received any reports of Orochimaru bringing people in. Perhaps the Security Division arranged it for him."

Jiraiya was astonished, "Old man, you're not going to say anything about human experimentation?"

"What would I say? If I criticize Orochimaru, then who will speak for the Second Hokage? The First Hokage?"

Sarutobi answered angrily, "If you'd seen my teacher researching forbidden techniques, you'd never think of such things. Orochimaru isn't wrong; he's only using death-row inmates."

Back when the Second Hokage researched forbidden techniques, enemy ninja in Konoha's prison rarely survived a month. Each new batch was used up quickly, otherwise where would all those forbidden techniques have come from?

While strong forbidden techniques could affect a ninja's psyche, studying them was just as risky. If Orochimaru invoked the Second Hokage's name, Hiruzen couldn't say much as a teacher.

"Death-row inmates are going to die anyway. Jiraiya, you've been a ninja for years. Don't be so startled by this."

Sarutobi scolded Jiraiya. Of his three students, he liked Jiraiya's temperament the most, but sometimes he was too naïve.

During the Second Shinobi World War, for instance, Jiraiya stayed in enemy villages to care for orphans, infuriating Sarutobi. Many orphans in Konoha needed help, yet Jiraiya remained with the enemy.

Over time, all three disciples developed similar bad habits.

"Fine, if you don't have a problem with it. At least I told you. By the way, Orochimaru said to keep an eye on our genin in the Chūnin Exams. They might surprise you."

Jiraiya finished and left through the window, planning to get Orochimaru drunk and extract more information.

"Use the door… that idiot."

Seeing Jiraiya leap out the window, Sarutobi tapped his pipe, annoyed, and then sat down again.

But recalling Jiraiya's advice, he couldn't resist checking on the Chūnin Exams.

He took out his crystal ball and used the Telescope Technique, revealing the Forest of Death.

"Hmm? Asuma? They're fighting… Team 8 for a scroll and lost?"

Sarutobi's face darkened. He had seen Asuma train hard and master two fire jutsu before the exams. Even Shinnosuke had high hopes for their team.

Yet, they were on the brink of elimination.

With two days left in the second round, finding the remaining two scrolls wouldn't be easy. If they couldn't get them from others, they'd be disqualified.

"That one… isn't that the genin recommended by the Root? Wood Release?!"

Sarutobi changed the view on the crystal ball and was shocked to see a Root genin using Wood Release jutsu to crush three Kusagakure ninja.

No wonder Orochimaru had told him to watch the exams. A Root member with Wood Release… Could Orochimaru have developed this?

Sarutobi knew Danzo couldn't have. Not even the Second Hokage could successfully cultivate Wood Release, so Danzo's Foundation was far less capable.

But Orochimaru was obsessed with researching ninjutsu and resembled the Second Hokage in his experimentation.

"Seems like I'll need to talk to Orochimaru."

---

In Ryūchi Cave

"Wood Release: Wood Dragon Technique!"

Enormous chakra flowed from Yōichi's Wood Release clone, causing the ground to tremble. A massive wooden dragon erupted from below and swiftly coiled around a rocky hill.

The dragon squeezed tighter until the hill shattered into pieces.

Garaga watching, revealed his fear. This wooden dragon was stronger than him, and this was just one of his master's clones.

Not far away in a clearing, four more Wood Release clones practiced ninjutsu.

After three days of practicing with clones, Yōichi had mastered most Wood Release jutsu.

He had learned nearly all Wood Release techniques from the Scroll of Seals, except for True Several Thousand Hands and Top Transformed Buddha. He even mastered Myojinmon.

Next time he encountered a Jinchūriki on the battlefield, Myojinmon alone could defeat them.

While perfect Jinchūriki could escape Sharingan genjutsu, they couldn't handle Wood Release. If they fully transformed into tailed beasts, Yōichi could handle them with Wood Dragon and Wood Golem techniques.

Wood Release's chakra-absorbing properties were a strong counter.

If not fully transformed, even a half-transformed Jinchūriki posed little threat to Yōichi, given his taijutsu expertise and Mangekyō Sharingan insight.

On the first day, his main body had nearly mastered Sage Mode without Ichikishima-hime's help.

His chakra was already close to Sage chakra.

This left Ichikishima-hime disappointed. Yōichi was the best meal she'd seen in centuries but wasn't meant for eating.

For three days, he practiced Sage Art: White Rage Technique and Inorganic Reincarnation—both powerful Sage techniques.

They were difficult to learn, and Ichikishima-hime wasn't a great teacher, having not taught anyone in centuries. In the end, Yōichi used the Sharingan to watch her and then mimic the techniques.

After observing her use them dozens of times, he finally got the hang of it.

"Sage Art: White Rage Technique!"

Yōichi spewed a red chakra dragon holding a black orb. The dragon vanished into the orb and released a blinding light and intense sound.

The sonic waves were unbearable without Sage Mode protection, and even with Sage Mode, Yōichi had to avert his eyes from the intense light.

"I told you to accept Ryūchi Cave's modifications. Human Sage Mode isn't enough. Without snake-eye corneas, White Rage will blind even you."

Ichikishima-hime floated beside Yōichi. The perfect Sage Mode of the other two sacred grounds only created facial patterns. In Ryūchi Cave, Sage Mode meant developing snake-like traits.

"Without snake-eye corneas, White Rage is useless. Your choice."

"I'll think about it."

Yōichi glanced at her, then asked, "What kind of snake are you?"

"I don't have a 'true' form. This is my real form."

Ichikishima-hime placed her hands on her hips and briefly displayed snake features before returning to her loli appearance.

"Aside from the White Snake Sage, we three have shed our snake bodies. In a few hundred years, even these features will disappear."

"What technique lets a snake turn into a human body?"

"Don't be naïve, kid. Ryūchi Cave existed before ninjutsu!"

Ichikishima-hime put on a smug adult demeanor despite her loli face, which gave Yōichi mixed feelings.

"The three sacred grounds each inherited a unique ability. Ours is transformation, but we three lack the White Snake Sage's resolve. Turning into a human is enough; becoming a dragon would take centuries."

She shook her head. This reminded Yōichi that there was extraordinary power before Kaguya Ōtsutsuki. Even the Sage of Six Paths learned Sage Art from Mount Myōboku.

He suddenly became interested in pre-Kaguya powers, though he doubted he could uncover them. Only the sages of the three sacred grounds would know, and they'd never reveal it.

Ichikishima-hime was only six hundred years old, not alive a thousand years ago.

"So, have you made a decision? Without changing Sage Mode, White Rage isn't for you."

Yōichi checked the strategy guide; her affection score hadn't changed, still in the 60s.

No malice—worth trying.

"Let's give it a shot."

As he finished speaking, Ichikishima-hime leaped into his lap. He instinctively flinched, but quickly restrained himself.

He was sitting, so even after she jumped into his lap, she had to bend down, emphasizing her youthful, delicate curves.

She bared her snake fangs and bit into his neck.

Yōichi felt her chakra merging with his.

She said, "Enter Sage Mode."

He drew in Sage chakra and sensed changes.

His skin lightened, a horn emerged on his head, and he gained greater control over Sage chakra. He could even shape it into various snake forms.

"See? If you'd hesitated, you'd have lost White Rage and all these benefits."

"This is Ryūchi Cave's transformation ability?"

Yōichi shaped his Sage chakra, formed a seal, and used Inorganic Reincarnation.

The hard ground softened like a swamp, and dozens of earthen snakes erupted like leaping carp before returning to the mud.

When he finished, the snakes turned into stone statues with lifelike scales.

Using Inorganic Reincarnation had never been this easy, and now he could restrain a tailed beast.

Ichikishima-hime asked proudly, "Well?"

"Very nice. I'll bring you some—"

"I'm not interested in such people, but if you've got Sage Mode—"

"Forget it. You won't starve."

Yōichi interrupted her. He was just being polite and never planned to deliver on his promise.

"You—"

Ichikishima-hime leaped angrily at Yōichi, trying to bite him.

But with Sage Mode, his sensory and Sage abilities were far stronger. He sensed her movement immediately.

Using Inorganic Reincarnation, he manipulated the ground and bound her with stone chains.

"You taught me Sage Art, so I'll teach you this: don't trust humans."

Sensing her struggle, Yōichi spanked her delicate backside several times as a lesson, leaving a visible ripple.

He then ordered, "Garaga, release the Reverse Summoning Technique."

Garaga obliged, sending Yōichi back to Konoha.

Once free, Ichikishima-hime saw Yōichi back in Konoha and yelled at Shinya, "You fool! How could you send him back?"

"I follow my master's orders. Don't complain, or I'll eat you!"

Garaga ignored her and slithered back to his snake den.

(End of Chapter)


Chapter 151: Chapter 151

[My bad! This is the chapter!]

"Itachi, this is the clan head. We'll be living near his home from now on."

Mikoto had come to visit with Itachi. She hadn't told him about her relationship with Yoichi yet, planning to reveal it when Itachi was a bit older.

Though some in the clan may have guessed Mikoto and Yoichi's relationship, they wouldn't gossip openly, especially since one of them was the clan head and the other handled the clan's finances.

Yoichi had relied on sheer strength to defeat Fugaku, who had awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, ultimately leading him to defect. However, Itachi wasn't aware of this as no one had told him.

"Clan head, I am Itachi."

Yoichi nodded slightly and said to Itachi, "Train diligently. If you need anything, feel free to ask the clan."

"Thank you, clan head."

Itachi bowed in gratitude, then looked at his mother, uncertain about what to do next.

Holding Itachi's hand, Mikoto smiled apologetically at Yoichi, feeling sorry she hadn't been able to spend time with Yoichi-kun in recent days.

"In a few days, the third round of the Chūnin Exams will begin. You can take Itachi to watch it. The Uchiha clan has front-row seats."

Yoichi continued, "Tomorrow, I will accompany Sakumo-senpai to meet the Daimyō. We might discuss new business."

"I understand. I've been talking with Nono, the head of the orphanage we funded last time. She seems interested in helping me, and she's quite capable. If she joins, it'll ease my burden significantly."

Mikoto gently patted Itachi's hair and smiled.

"Yakushi Nono?"

"Yes, Yoichi-kun. Do you know her?"

"She should be a ninja who left Root. Her espionage skills are strong, so it's not surprising you found her impressive."

Yoichi stroked his chin. This woman's abilities had even prompted Danzo to threaten her, especially given her experience in high-difficulty espionage missions.

Hearing "Root," Mikoto frowned slightly and asked quickly, "Yoichi-kun, should I stay away from her? What about funding the orphanage?"

"No need to worry. Just provide normal funding. She should have left Root and isn't inclined to work for Danzo anymore."

Shaking his head, Yoichi said, "Pay her adequately. Business management shouldn't be difficult for her and will save you time. Besides, don't worry about betrayal. We're the Uchiha!"

Would Danzo provoke a powerful enemy?

If angered, the Uchiha wouldn't react like other villages suffering intelligence breaches. They're in the heart of Konoha, and their retaliation would be open unless you join the Anbu.

"I understand, Yoichi-kun. I'll reach out to her."

Mikoto then discussed other matters with Yoichi while Itachi listened silently.

His mother missing their agreed meeting had saddened him, but her recent company had helped him gradually forget about it.

The only thing that puzzled Itachi was why he couldn't ask about his father. No one would tell him, and his father's previous words were strange.

Mikoto's gaze was gentle while she spoke to Yoichi, seemingly brimming with warmth. She hadn't come to see Yoichi-kun for days.

Having just moved into their new home nearby, Mikoto planned to sneak over quietly after Itachi fell asleep.

After Mikoto left with Itachi, Yoichi left home to wander around.

---

In the Hokage office, Danzo opened the door directly, but his heart sank when he saw Orochimaru inside.

Besides Orochimaru, Hiruzen, Koharu , and Homura were present.

Hiruzen watched Danzo expressionlessly. After he entered and shut the door, he asked, "Danzo, do you have anything to say?"

"What about? Wood Release? Hiruzen, there's nothing to say."

Danzo replied calmly, "You'll see the Wood Release Kekkei Genkai in the third round of the Chūnin Exams, and nobles and ninjas from other villages will also know. It's far more impactful than a mere exam."

The powers that settled the Warring States era—the Mangekyō Sharingan and Wood Release—have proven their prowess. The Uchiha had displayed Mangekyō Sharingan's strength on the Kumogakure battlefield, rivaling the perfect Jinchūriki.

Wood Release's appearance in this Chūnin Exam would intimidate the other villages.

"Danzo, experimenting on the First Hokage's remains violates the orders left by our teacher. This desecrates the remains of our predecessors, which is strictly forbidden in Konoha!"

"Sarutobi-sensei, I had no idea. I thought it was your order. After all, Danzo-sama is your assistant. Heh, I suppose I was oblivious..."

Orochimaru's raspy voice chuckled. He could deny knowledge and claim Danzo was in charge.

Hiruzen was at a loss for words before ignoring Orochimaru and turning to Danzo, saying, "Danzo, the Wood Release ninja will be handed over to Anbu, and I'll arrange matters accordingly."

"That won't work, Hiruzen."

Danzo had considered this and sneered internally at Hiruzen's words. "Shin was a Root ninja tasked with covert operations. He has two curse marks. Even if transferred to Anbu, his ties to Root make integration difficult."

Enraged, Hiruzen exclaimed, "Then remove the curse marks!"

"If Root's assignments could be undone easily, wouldn't enemy villages extract intelligence from Root ninjas?"

Danzo said righteously, "I can't do that. Root curse marks are irreversible."

Hiruzen's expression darkened. He suspected this was deliberate, but he then turned to Orochimaru, asking, "Orochimaru, can you create more Wood Release ninjas?"

Danzo scoffed internally at Hiruzen's change in stance. He had called it desecration earlier, but now he wanted Wood Release in Anbu.

"I can, but it'll be expensive, and the current Root ninja with Wood Release didn't fully inherit the First Hokage's powers. I'm working on a new study."

Orochimaru smiled and said, "If Sarutobi-sensei supports me, I can develop a stronger Wood Release. But if you're satisfied with the current state, I can replicate the experiment."

"How much support do you need?"

"200 million ryō, and the Sealing Scroll. I'll handle the rest."

Orochimaru's demand left Hiruzen silent. Two hundred million would be costly even if the village could afford it.

After a moment, Hiruzen said, "I'll start with 30 million ryō. You continue your research, and I'll assign two Anbu ninjas to inherit the Wood Release. You can select a jutsu from the Sealing Scroll."

He glanced at Koharu and Homura before continuing, "These two Wood Release Anbu will be tasked with guarding the Nine-Tails Jinchūriki."

Koharu and Homura nodded in agreement. Though Kushina could control some of the Nine-Tails' chakra, having a Wood Release ninja nearby would offer reassurance. 

Even though Orochimaru said this Wood Release wasn't the same as the First Hokage's, it should still suppress a Tailed Beast. Through his crystal ball, Hiruzen had seen the Root ninja's Wood Release in action.

"I understand. Have Anbu contact me directly."

Orochimaru spoke calmly, inwardly thinking how stingy his teacher was. Danzo had put up 200 million, yet Sarutobi Hiruzen only offered 30 million ryō. He doubted Sarutobi would provide more later.

The Sealing Scroll offer was meager too, while Jiraiya's student had already mastered the Flying Thunder God Technique.

After more discussion, Orochimaru found an excuse to leave. After exiting the Hokage building, Danzo quickly caught up.

"Orochimaru, you used Root's funds to develop the Wood Release, and now you're helping Hiruzen!"

Danzo's face was grim. Hiruzen was getting his research for free.

The worst part was that Orochimaru hadn't given him the Wood Release. Having it himself would be entirely different.

"Give me the method for fusing Hashirama's cells, and we'll call it even. Otherwise, I'm not so easy to deal with."

"No chance, Danzo-sama. Before you arrived, Sarutobi-sensei warned me against sharing the fusion method with anyone. He's already wary of you."

Orochimaru smiled. "I can conduct a fusion experiment for you, but you'll need to supply more Hashirama cells. This is the most I can offer without Sarutobi-sensei noticing."

"Hiruzen..."

Danzo's face turned ashen. He knew his threats had little effect on Orochimaru, especially with Hiruzen's warning.

"Fine. I'll send someone to you."

With that, Danzo turned and left.

Orochimaru chuckled, surprised that Danzo believed him. He then headed home.

No wonder Sarutobi-sensei demanded two Wood Release ninjas but gave almost nothing in return.

---

"Greetings. I am Hatake Sakumo, and this is the Uchiha clan head. We seek an audience with the Daimyō."

Sakumo arrived at a secluded courtyard gate. The area housed various nobles and the Daimyō, cordoned off for them by Konoha.

It was previously home to the Senju clan, but as their numbers dwindled, Konoha repurposed the empty houses.

Though secluded, the security was tight, with personal guards for the nobles, and the Konoha Police Force and Anbu patrolling.

"Please wait a moment."

The Daimyō's guard recognized the names and went to report. He soon returned, saying, "Hatake-san, Uchiha clan head, please enter."

After passing through the corridors guarded by the Daimyō's men, they met the Fire Daimyō, a middle-aged man who smiled at Hatake Sakumo.

"Hatake-kun, long time no see."

"Daimyō-sama, you're still in good health as always."

Sakumo replied without flinching, even though the Daimyō looked far from healthy.

Even Yoichi, who lacked medical expertise, could see the dark circles and drowsiness. The Daimyō was clearly a loyal customer of their Uchiha pharmaceuticals.

"This is Yoichi, the Uchiha clan head. He asked me to introduce you."

After sitting down, Yoichi said, "Daimyō-sama, I am Yoichi. Our Uchiha pharmaceuticals manufacture that particular medicine."

"Oh, it's yours, hmm."

The Daimyō nearly coughed but quickly covered his face with a fan.

Afterward, Yoichi used business as an excuse to discuss matters with the Daimyō, and Sakumo left to wait outside.

Once he was gone, Yoichi began talking to the Daimyō about the next Hokage.

His vision was a Fourth Hokage for development and a Fifth Hokage for expansion.

The two talked for hours before Yoichi finally left the Daimyō's room, calling Sakumo to leave.

After exiting, Hatake Sakumo was curious why the conversation had taken so long but refrained from asking.

At the intersection, they parted ways. Yoichi wanted to thank Sakumo for the introduction by inviting him to hotpot.

Sakumo politely declined with an excuse before turning and leaving.

As Sakumo left, Yoichi grinned and walked back toward the clan grounds.

The meeting had gone well. The Daimyō was a greedy man and already favored Sakumo for the Fourth Hokage. With a solid first agreement, further talks went smoothly.

When selecting the Hokage, the Daimyō hadn't necessarily been frightened by Danzo's words. He might have been swayed by Danzo's militaristic style.

Winning wars yet constantly compromising for peace agreements might have grown tiresome.

So when Yoichi spoke his mind, the Daimyō pondered before agreeing. He had seen enough peace-oriented Hokages and wanted change.

Approaching the clan grounds, Yoichi suddenly saw the [Strategy Guide] prompt.

[Go to the strategy target (Tsunade) and ask why she's back immediately.]

"Tsunade is back?"

Yoichi looked in confusion at the direction indicated. The strategy target only appeared if it was within a kilometer.

The direction seemed to be near the Uchiha clan's supermarket.

(End of Chapter)


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