Konoha: Tsunade, I am the Hokage

Two more Ambers suddenly appeared inside Orochimaru's base in the Anbu.

One is a White Zetsu.

another……

"Um?"

Orochimaru's eyes narrowed, and he instantly became respectful.

Kakuzu!

Good guy!

Jingyan actually managed to capture Kakuzu, and not only that, he captured him alive, bringing the two of them together.

Living things and dead things are two different things.

Orochimaru's lips curled into a slight smile: "That's really good news!"

What truly captivated him about Kakuzu wasn't the guy's strength, but rather the secret to immortality and eternal life.

From the time of the First Hokage to the present, even the First Hokage and Madara Uchiha have grown old, and most of their peers have passed away.

What about Kakuzu?

Not only was it alive, but it also had the ability to capture the Seven-Tails Jinchuriki on its own, which shows how powerful the Earth Grudge Fear technique is.

"Kyohiko-kun, you've really given me a wonderful gift!"

Orochimaru was overjoyed.

even.

Jingyan even prepared all the experimental materials!

A living White Zetsu.

If he could discover the secret of White Zetsu's replication, he could create similar life forms in an endless stream.

At that time, he will use the White Zetsu's heart and life force to help prolong his life, achieving immortality and longevity.

of course.

Orochimaru believed that the ability of Earth Grudge Fear was imperfect.

Such immortality can only be used as a backup plan, to be used as a temporary measure when one's health deteriorates.

If you truly want to achieve immortality and eternal life, you still have to do your own research.

Orochimaru was calm and his will was very firm.

He was about to have Ma carry him inside, but then he looked up and remembered—

Kazuma has already gone to the Southern Sea Country!

"Looks like I'll have to find some help."

Orochimaru looked at the two of them, then pondered for a moment. He first sealed them with a sealing technique, and then created a shadow clone to send him to Konoha Hospital.

……

Konoha Hospital.

Shizune led the pharmacist around in a circle, then stopped, paused, and said, "Don't you have anything you want to ask?"

"no."

The pharmacist answered instinctively.

Then, he paused, slightly taken aback, and immediately realized something, saying, "I just forgot, there is indeed a question I'd like to ask."

"I knew it! Medical ninjutsu is extremely difficult; mastering it takes more than a day or two. How could I not have doubts?"

A quiet, gentle smile.

"Yes, senior, I don't quite understand the Palm Immortal Technique. Please enlighten me..."

The doctor answered respectfully.

Silently finished her answer.

Then, with a serious expression, she said, "Ask whatever you need to know. Don't pretend to know what you don't! Understand?"

"Yes, I understand."

The pharmacist lowered his head.

Jingyin nodded slightly, then gave the other person some pointers.

"In a few days, when Hong comes back, she should take you under her wing. She knows more about illusion and psychology than I do, so you can ask her for advice."

"Thank you so much, senior!"

This time, Kabuto was truly overjoyed.

He is very intelligent, and under the tutelage of Yakushi Nonou, he has a very solid foundation in medical ninjutsu.

and so.

He actually mastered these ninjutsu and treatment techniques very quickly in the hospital, without needing to consult anyone.

However, he is completely ignorant of knowledge related to illusion, psychology, combat, and alternative medicine, and has mostly learned these things on his own.

If Kurenai Yuhi could provide guidance, that would be even better.

Silently, she left to do her own thing.

After she left.

"Interacting with ordinary people must be very frustrating for you, right?"

"Lord Orochimaru."

Kabuto immediately realized what was happening and called out the name of the voice.

Orochimaru's lips curled slightly.

This child is indeed incredibly clever; the other person remembered his voice after only one meeting.

He has a very good memory.

They also have high comprehension.

If Danzo were still alive, such a child would definitely have been recruited into the Root organization.

He chuckled softly.

"I've been a bit busy lately, so I haven't really come to see you. I just mentioned it to Nonou. Has she talked to you about it?"

"Yes, Lord Orochimaru."

The pharmacist maintained a smile on his face.

Orochimaru's lips curled into a slight smile: "So, what's your answer? The answer to two questions."

"Regarding medical ninjas, I believe that in addition to their primary duties, they should also possess proficient survival skills and the ability to conceal their true nature..."

Kabuto the Pharmacist shared his thoughts.

Then, he pushed up his glasses.

"Therefore, I did some research and discovered that while studying transformation techniques, one can use chakra to cover the entire body, giving oneself the ability to conceal one's presence."

"Furthermore, excellent facial features, appearance, and age can easily attract the enemy's attention. I believe that excellent medical ninjas should disguise themselves during missions..."

He explained his thoughts in detail.

Orochimaru initially joked around, but his expression gradually became serious.

Kabuto's views are not just random ramblings from a child; they are genuinely insightful.

Hearing the rest, he couldn't help but laugh and said, "Much of what you said is knowledge needed for ninja disguise and infiltration, isn't it?"

"As a medical ninja, if there is a need to go to the battlefield, then you should indeed master this knowledge."

The pharmacist answered.

"Ha ha ha ha!"

Orochimaru laughed loudly, "Good, good, Kabuto Yakushi! You're right, have you written down your thoughts?"

"Please take a look, sir."

The pharmacist presented his booklet with both hands.

Orochimaru opened the booklet, read a few pages, and couldn't help but laugh, "You're very smart and have creative thinking. I'll take this booklet to the Hokage."

"what?"

Yakushi Kabuto was stunned for a moment, then his face turned red, and he said, "Then, can I take it back? I want to make a copy, this one is rather messy."

"Need not."

There are indeed traces of modification and scribbles on it.

even.

There are also some mind maps on the side.

The process of doodling and drawing best demonstrates his powerful and mature creative thinking in this notebook.

Nothing could be more suitable!

Orochimaru put it away and smiled, "So, what's the second question?"

"Please, please allow me to be rude!"

Kabuto tensed up instantly, but gritted his teeth and became resolute.

"you say."

Orochimaru narrowed his eyes, his tone not very friendly, and he realized in his heart—

The ending might not be very happy!

and so.

At the same time, he released wisps of aura, pressing down on Yakushi Kabuto.

Kabuto was frightened and nervous, but he still gritted his teeth and said, "I want to study and learn from you, but I want to become Lord Kyohiko's disciple even more!"

His answer...

It surprised Orochimaru, but it wasn't entirely unexpected.

Although Kyohiko is only thirteen years old, how many children in Konoha wouldn't want to become Kyohiko's disciple?

Losing to Kyohiko is not shameful at all.

Orochimaru remained silent for a few seconds.

Then, he chuckled and said, "Greedy child, this is the first time you've shown your unrestrained side."

The Kabuto Yakushi of the past was as mature as an adult, but at this moment, he was nervous, scared, and uneasy, yet he still spoke his mind...

That's more like the situation one should be in at this age.

Children are greedy!

Orochimaru smiled: "Sure, but could you get Kyohiko-kun to take you as his disciple?"

"I will work even harder, thank you Lord Orochimaru!"

Yakushi was overjoyed.

Orochimaru smiled, put away his notebook, and said, "Want to hear my answer?"

"What?"

Yakushi Kabuto paused for a moment, not understanding.

Orochimaru said, "As a medical ninja, if you want to protect yourself on the battlefield, you must first have enough judgment to know who poses a threat to you."

"after……"

"Use your limited abilities to set up enough traps, and take advantage of the other person's personality and behavioral tendencies to lure them into your trap."

"Defeating the enemy is the best protection!"

Orochimaru slowly shared his insights.

Yakushi Kabuto was stunned.

In just a second, he said, "But there are many people... Yes, I understand!"

He meant to say that many people do not possess such abilities.

but.

He quickly realized the flaws in his plan.

We're too passive!

Although he managed to save himself, as a medical ninja, he would inevitably have to step in to treat his teammates as they slowly fell down.

What will we do then?

and so.

Simply knowing how to hide and evade is not enough.

Medical ninjas should not remain detached from the battle, but rather participate discreetly and effectively.

"Understood?"

"yes!"

The pharmacist nodded emphatically.

Orochimaru laughed and said, "Then, I hope to see a new answer next time we meet."

"Yes, I'll do it right away... no, I still need one to three weeks."

Kabuto wanted to agree immediately, but he was completely unfamiliar with "battle" and knew very little about it. He thought that rushing things might lead to mistakes.

and so.

He wanted to wait for Yuhiko to return.

Orochimaru saw through Kabuto's thoughts at a glance, but in his heart he admired and liked him even more.

Cautious and self-aware.

Perfect!

"Goodbye."

Orochimaru nodded slightly and vanished in an instant.

……

The Hokage's office.

When Tsunade saw Orochimaru, she was initially surprised, but upon hearing the two pieces of news he brought, she immediately stood up in astonishment.

"What? Really?"

"Of course, they're all at my research base."

Orochimaru nodded.

Tsunade was overjoyed: "Great! Great!"

Although Takigakure and they are allies, they have actually had disagreements in the past.

In recent years, with the growth of Iwagakure and Kumogakure, Takigakure's attitude has become increasingly ambiguous.

but.

Once Kakuzu is captured, they can discuss the proposal submitted by Minato.

Tsunade smiled and looked at Orochimaru: "This is Minato's idea, take a look."

Orochimaru took it.

After glancing at it, he put it back.

"That's feasible. Facing one Iwagakure village is better than facing two villages, Kumogakure and Kirigakure."

and.

Such a river can strengthen the connection between Konoha and the Land of Grass and the Land of Waterfall, making it easier to control in the future.

Orochimaru didn't say it, but Tsunade knew it perfectly well.

The two of them just didn't say it out loud.

"Minato and Shikaku are both talented, especially Minato. With proper training, he will become a pillar of the company in the future."

Orochimaru smiled and praised.

Minato was, after all, Jiraiya's disciple, and now he viewed Minato as a junior.

not to mention.

Minato Namikaze was extremely talented and often made amazing innovations in ninjutsu research, which Minato admired and liked.

but.

After praising him, he took out the booklet from his pocket.

"There's another reason I'm here today."

"Um?"

Tsunade took it and looked at Orochimaru with a puzzled expression.

The handwriting on the notebook cover...

Although it looks neat, it is clearly not Orochimaru's handwriting.

She opened it.

Then, scanning downwards, Tsunade couldn't help but laugh when she saw the back, "It's a child's work!"

Much of what's written in the book is based on assumptions and conjectures, and doesn't conform to the laws of the battlefield.

and.

Based on the words, reasoning, and handwriting, she felt that the owner of the booklet must be quite young.

After a moment's thought, Tsunade immediately thought of the possible owners of the booklet.

"Yakushi Kabuto?"

"As expected, none of the village's medical ninjas can escape your eyes."

Orochimaru said with a smile.

While not giving a direct answer, this was tantamount to an admission.

Tsunade looked back, read carefully, and pondered deeply...

She shared her opinion.

"The reason this child combines intelligence work skills with medical ninjutsu is probably because Nonou only has these two types of books and notes."

"To come up with such a solution based on books and conjecture is truly a talent!"

Tsunade repeatedly praised it.

No wonder Jingyan praised such a child so highly.

She continued looking behind her, saying, "Orochimaru, you must be tempted, right?"

"Who wouldn't be tempted? Too bad, he doesn't like me."

Orochimaru chuckled.

Tsunade paused for a moment, then couldn't help but smile.

"Kyohiko?"

"Yes, that kid is willing to study with me, but he wants to become Kyohiko-kun's disciple even more."

Orochimaru's lips curled slightly.

Given his pride, he wouldn't bother trying to force someone like Yakushi Kabuto, as it would make him seem like a backup option.

but.

If it's Yakushi Kabuto, that's not out of the question either.

Tsunade nodded repeatedly and patted the booklet.

Everyone has their limitations, and Dou is able to use his limited knowledge and experience to come up with such a proposal...

Clearly, this child possesses exceptional talent and ability; what kind of person he becomes depends on who educates and guides him.

Kyohiko.

Tsunade pondered for a long time.

"I'll arrange for Red and Shizune to mentor him. He can also have half a day off each day to assist in the research lab. What do you think?"

"Can."

Orochimaru nodded.

Sending Kabuto directly to his side was too sudden; Kabuto wasn't used to it, and neither was he.

He's very busy right now and doesn't have time to train new people.

Afterwards, Tsunade talked about the situation in Amegakure and Kumogakure, as well as the battle that Minato had encountered.

Orochimaru smiled but didn't say anything.

He believed that Tsunade already had her own ideas and didn't need his opinion; she just wanted to chat casually.

but.

Speaking of the Third Raikage...

Orochimaru narrowed his eyes and said, "I remember, Kyohiko said that Obito took one of Shukaku's arms before?"

"Yes."

Tsunade nodded.

Orochimaru said, "Then, Madara and the others have the power of eight tailed beasts, only lacking our Nine-Tails."

"Hmm? Is there a problem?"

Tsunade frowned.

She had a vague feeling that Orochimaru's words contained some worry.

Orochimaru frowned.

"The chakra used by the Sage of Six Paths to create the nine tailed beasts likely all came from the Sage of Six Paths himself."

"Could Madara possess a way to reverse them and convert them back into chakra?"

Orochimaru voiced his doubts.

Tsunade was slightly taken aback.

reverse?

No way!

However, when she thought of the White Zetsu that "Sandalus" had copied, she immediately fell into doubt again.

According to the Uchiha clan's stone tablet, Madara's departure from Konoha and his battle with the First Hokage was likely not just a matter of pride, but also related to the unwritten text on the stone tablet.

What if, after fusing with the First Hokage's cells, Madara truly possesses incredible power, capable of reversing the power of the Tailed Beasts?

The reversal and fusion of the nine tailed beasts—what immense power that must be!

"If that's the case, then we should keep an even closer eye on Kurama and Shukaku!"