Konoha: The Soul King from the Uchiha Clan

Chapter 124 Nonou and Kabuto

"Please come in, esteemed ninjas," said Yakushi Nonou, turning to the side with a broad smile.

"Orochimaru-sensei, do you know him?"

Genji Uchiha saw Orochimaru's gaze fall on Yakushi Kabuto for a moment, and asked a question knowing the answer.

Gen Uchiha acknowledged Kabuto's talent, considering him to be one of the most outstanding individuals in the world at achieving high levels of ninja development.

The term "ordinary ninja" here refers to those who do not have the bloodline of the Otsutsuki clan.

In addition, Minato Namikaze is one, Might Guy is one, the Third Hokage is one, Orochimaru is one, Jiraiya is one, and Kabuto Yakushi in front of us is one.

"This child once treated my injuries; he's quite skilled in medical ninjutsu," Orochimaru said casually.

"Oh?"

"To have learned medical ninjutsu at such a young age and to receive such a good evaluation from you, you must be exceptionally talented."

"It's a bit of a waste of time in this orphanage."

Although Uchiha Gen was only a few years older than Yakushi Kabuto, he was half a head taller than Yakushi Kabuto and about the same height as Yakushi Nonou because he was well-nourished and never relaxed his taijutsu.

"Big brother, I haven't wasted my time. I feel very happy and it's very meaningful to be able to help the director and the orphanage," Kabuto Yakushi couldn't help but whisper in protest.

Uchiha Gen ignored Yakushi Kabuto and continued, "To encounter such a talented person and not extend an invitation is not like your personality, teacher..."

He refused.

"Although he was exceptionally talented, he was ultimately too inexperienced and missed out on a lot."

If Kabuto had become Orochimaru's man from the beginning, the tragedy of infighting might not have happened.

The conversation between the two made Yakushi Nonou increasingly uneasy, and she quickly smiled and invited again, "Lord Orochimaru, and this other lord, please come in."

The two then entered the house and sat down. The plump aunt and the medicine man each brought over a cup of steaming water and placed it on the table.

"The orphanage is short of funds and the accommodations are simple. Please forgive us."

Sitting opposite, Yakushi Nono gave a slight bow.

"These are all minor details. We've come to see you on important matters, you walking priestess."

Despite having her identity exposed, Yakushi Nonou remained unfazed, as if it wasn't her who had been exposed, and she neither denied it nor denied it, maintaining a calm and composed demeanor.

"I wonder what important matter Lord Orochimaru has that requires the help of a weak woman like me?" Yakushi Nonou said with a faint smile.

"Don't go, kid. You might have something to do with this..."

Upon hearing this, Kabuto stopped and looked at his own director.

"Lord Xuan, no matter what important matters are involved, please do not involve Dou." Yakushi Nono said solemnly.

Uchiha Gen smiled faintly and said, "Some things can't be avoided by running away. Facing them bravely might lead to a better outcome."

"Right, Orochimaru-sensei?"

"Um."

Orochimaru nodded slightly, a faint smile on his face.

"Walking priestess, let me tell you the truth, Danzo has his eye on you."

"If I weren't temporarily tied up by the situation in the ninja world, I probably would have come looking for you already."

"Even so, they will come looking for you in two or three days at the shortest, and seven or eight days at the longest."

"Because he needs you to go to Iwagakure to investigate whether the village is planning a large-scale operation, and to remain undercover for a long period of time."

"Don't you, as someone from the Root, know what kind of person Danzo is?"

"But you really are capable, managing to break free from the root..."

Yakushi Nonou was shocked upon hearing this, but remained calm on the surface, smiling slightly as she said, "I was able to break free from the Root thanks to the Third Hokage."

"So, Lord Orochimaru, what do you want me to do for you by telling you all this?"

Uchiha Gen waved his hand, and the plump woman turned her head, looking at him questioningly.

Pharmacist Nono nodded slightly, and the plump woman immediately left, moving away from the wooden house.

"With the orphanage as your Achilles' heel, do you think you can refuse Danzo's demands?"

Yakushi Nonou wisely shook her head; the orphanage and the children there were everything to her.

"So your mission to become a spy in Iwagakure is a done deal, but can you figure out who you're truly loyal to?"

As a top-notch spy, Yakushi Nonou was undoubtedly smart enough to instantly understand the subtext in Orochimaru's words: he wanted her to be a triple agent.

She felt disgusted by this kind of scheming and infighting.

She was also tired of the precarious life of a spy, which involved constant killing.

But she had no choice. Danzo could easily deal with the orphanage, and so could the man in front of her.

"What can I get in return?"

The smile on Yakushi Nonou's face disappeared, replaced by a calm and indifferent expression.

"Dean, please don't go," Yakushi Kabuto pleaded.

Yakushi Nonou forced a smile and was about to offer some words of comfort when Uchiha Gen spoke up.

"Hey kid, what's your name?"

"Yakushi Kabuto," Yakushi Kabuto said, bowing slightly.

"It seems your dean cares about you a lot."

"You heard what Orochimaru-sensei just said. He wasn't bluffing. You'll see."

"Joining our orphanage will not only provide you with support, but also allow you to receive ample financial assistance."

"Danzo is ruthless, psychologically twisted, and a master of betrayal. While we're not exactly saints either, our bottom line is definitely higher than Danzo's."

"Dean, I swear on the honor of the Uchiha clan."

In this world and in this era, family honor still carries a high degree of credibility.

"Besides, we're much more generous than Danzo."

"The money Danzo gave you was barely enough to keep the orphanage running and prevent them from starving, while the money we gave you was enough to change the fate of the orphanage."

"For example, ample and nutritious meals, warm and comfortable accommodations, and a variety of practical books that will enable the orphans in the facility to make a living in the future."

Yakushi Nonou stared intently at Orochimaru and asked, "Lord Orochimaru, is this true?"

"certainly."

His apprentice was really generous, but it didn't matter; it was just a small amount of money, insignificant compared to the funds he had spent on his experimental research.

If you're short of money, just rob the rich to help the poor; it's that simple.

There's some truth to what my apprentice said in a casual conversation.

Having a conscience allows you to make money, but having no conscience allows you to make even more money!

Since he abandoned the conscience and rules of the ninja, he has never worried about money, and his funds have always been sufficient!

After Orochimaru opened the door to a new world, the possibility of him creating the Sound Village was undoubtedly greatly reduced. The establishment of the Sound Village must have been for the purpose of raising research funds.

"If you two can keep your promise, then I am willing to pledge my sincere loyalty!"

Yakushi Nonou bowed slightly with a solemn expression.

"Heh heh... Perhaps because Xuan is also an orphan, the conditions he offered have exceeded my expectations."

"So your loyalty alone is not enough, I also need him."

While we should be generous, we should still strive for what we should strive for, just in case we succeed.

Yakushi Nonou's expression changed drastically as she said, "No, Kabuto..."

"Dean, I'm willing!" Yakushi Kabuto raised his head, his face resolute, and said decisively.

"Dean, you're overthinking it."

Yakushi Nonou looked at Uchiha Gen with a slightly puzzled expression.

"The teacher didn't mean for Kabuto to become a spy, but rather to train him as a medical ninja and research assistant."

With Yakushi Nono and the orphanage firmly in his grasp, Orochimaru wasn't worried that Yakushi Kabuto would easily betray him.

"For Kabuto, isn't this an opportunity for you and the orphanage?"

Upon hearing this, Yakushi Nonou breathed a sigh of relief. She didn't want Kabuto to become a spy living a precarious life, wearing a mask all day, unless absolutely necessary.

"I was overthinking it. Thank you both!"

Kabuto's heart stirred, and he asked expectantly, "If I follow Lord Orochimaru, will the director be able to return to the orphanage soon?"

"Hehe...that depends on your performance."

"Your dean will only be able to return when you demonstrate value sufficient to replace him..."

"I will definitely work hard!"

Yakushi Kabuto's eyes lit up, and he said with a determined look on his face.

"Remember to cooperate with my performance another day."

"Yes."

They left a sum of money on the table, then got up and left, leaving Nono and Kabuto in a daze...

(End of this chapter)