Transmigrating as the Third Hokage: Make Konoha Great Again!

So he quickly added, "This isn't necessary, Hokage-sama... I have another way..."

"Don't worry."

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled and said, "Just as I understand you, I think you will understand me too."

"It's a matter of speaking freely, don't be bound by social etiquette, I'll say so directly if I can't do it."

Beiliuhu felt much more at ease and nodded.

He will indeed be considerate of the Hokage, that's the truth.

"However, the material you mentioned will be supplied in batches in the future."

Hiruzen Sarutobi spoke slowly, walking to the door with his hands behind his back: "Just wait to collect them, they're still fresh..."

"Get back to work, no need to see me off!"

Hiruko was taken aback, and Tsunade and Orochimaru were also somewhat surprised.

They were naturally aware of the ingenuity of the Earthly Grudge, but they never imagined that it could be supplied in large quantities.

Is the teacher really capable of solving this problem?

"The Hokage is such a charming person. I understand Hizashi more and more now..." Hiruko murmured to himself, gazing at Hiruzen Sarutobi's retreating figure.

"Alright, stop looking here, it's time to get to work..." Orochimaru shook his head with amusement.

"In a few days, there's an event with Minato Namikaze and the Ninja Academy students. Shall we go together? Everyone's really interested. Let's work overtime to finish the plan..."

Hiruko shook his head: "No, I'd rather work!"

"You have to go..." Orochimaru said mysteriously.

"How can you manage all by yourself? Let me tell you, the purpose of going there is to select disciples. The master values ​​the passing down of skills; you must ensure that your ninjutsu is passed on..."

Hiruko nodded in sudden realization.

He even thought that if he could take Asma as his apprentice, wouldn't that be like taking off immediately?

Of course, that's unlikely...

"You're still thinking of me, old classmate..." Hiruko and Orochimaru thanked him.

Tsunade chuckled and went off to do her research.

The teacher and Orochimaru together calmed down Hiruko...

This is a blessing for her old classmate.

020 Natural Energy and Sage Arts: A Pilot Program for Konoha Green Cards

Leaf.

Hokage Building.

Hiruzen Sarutobi chatted happily with Iburi and the leader of the Tsuchigumo clan.

Orochimaru occasionally chimed in, and the atmosphere seemed quite harmonious.

Both Iburi and the Tsuchigumo clan are native ninja clans within the Land of Fire.

However, when Konoha was first established, it did not choose to join but instead remained independent, maintaining a wait-and-see attitude towards the national village system...

Over time, due to the inherent problems of Konoha's financial shortages and limited mission quotas, etc.

These ninja clans faced numerous obstacles in joining, so the matter was shelved.

As time went on, both races encountered problems they could not solve...

Similar to the Kurama clan, they have developed a condition similar to 'bloodline disease'.

The Ibli clan's ability is to turn their bodies into smoke.

Not only can it evade most physical attacks, but it can also transform into smoke and enter the opponent's body, controlling the opponent's body to a certain extent and causing internal damage.

The problem is that the bloodline of the Ibli clan is unstable nowadays, and most of the clan members cannot control this ability well. When they encounter strong winds while in smoke form, they dissipate and die.

The secret technique passed down by the Tsuchigumo clan is called 'Raging Hair Heaven'.

The mechanism is to guide 'natural energy' and gather it within a certain range, condensing it into an array that delays detonation.

However, this secret technique requires human guidance, which is extremely dangerous.

As a result, the population has decreased dramatically, and now fewer and fewer members of the tribe can master this secret technique. The Earth Spider tribe hopes to solve this problem while also improving the secret technique...

However, secret techniques are not so easy to improve, so these two clans and Orochimaru had previously made private deals.

Now, under Hiruzen Sarutobi's rule, Konoha demands as much standardization and institutionalization as possible.

The collaboration with Ibli and the Tsuchigumo clan is also seen as a future pilot project for the 'Konoha Green Card'.

Orochimaru slowly spoke:

"Teacher, we can resolve the Ibli clan's problem..."

"The cell stabilization technology developed by Hiruko is very suitable for their situation."

"The natural energy techniques of the Tsuchigumo clan..." Orochimaru paused for a moment, then continued, "..."

"I heard that Jiraiya has been practicing Sage Mode recently. There should be a way on Mount Myōboku."

At this point, Orochimaru's expression darkened slightly.

His dream is to master all the ninjutsu in the world, including Sage Mode.

However, the threshold for cultivating immortal techniques is similar to the spatial perception ability required for the Flying Thunder God Technique.

There's no logic to it...

It's like saying yes or no, it has a certain beauty to it, that you can't cultivate without 'spiritual roots'.

"Don't you want to practice?" Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile.

"Sage Techniques are one of the First Hokage's signature techniques; to those in the know, it's even more representative than Wood Release..."

Orochimaru chuckled: "The inherited laws of Ryuchi Cave are far too brutal..."

Simply put, the White Snake Sage bit Orochimaru and didn't care whether he lived or died.

If you've mastered it, you've mastered it; if you haven't, then forget about it.

"I've heard that the teaching methods at Mount Myoboku are more systematic..."

"I've consulted numerous ancient texts and discovered an interesting race... which might be helpful for my research into immortal arts..."

"I have a lot of work to do right now, so I haven't had a chance to talk to them yet."

"I'll take care of it once that matter is resolved," Orochimaru said meaningfully.

Orochimaru refers to the Iron Fist that attacked Kusagakure.

The tribe he mentioned was located near the Land of Waterfalls, and was extremely secretive and isolated.

It was only because Orochimaru had read too many books that he found traces of this clan still existing in the world. It is said that this clan is born with the ability to absorb natural energy, but has the side effect of berserk transformation.

That's why they hid deep in the mountains, unknown to the world.

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded thoughtfully.

He had paid attention to immortal arts before, and had even tried them a long time ago.

Unfortunately, he doesn't have that talent.

Although the ape clan he signed the contract with no longer had any apes capable of controlling natural energy...

However, there are related classical texts.

The text recounts a story about a monkey covered in lava, possessing immense strength, capable of breathing in and out invisible energy to heal its wounds, and even after death, it could be resurrected in the world.

It sounds quite plausible.

But upon closer inspection, it does resemble the Four-Tails, the tailed beast of Iwagakure...

Perhaps there is some connection between the ape clan and the four-tailed beast?

"I wonder what these four tailed creatures are called? Could they possibly be called 'Sun Wukong'...?"

"If I ever get the chance to encounter the Four-Tails on the battlefield, I'll definitely call it that!" Hiruzen Sarutobi thought to himself with a smile.

He had a natural fondness for monkeys.

After all, who didn't like the Monkey King when they were a kid?

Hiruzen Sarutobi wasn't in a hurry to use Sage Mode.

Although he lacked the 'spiritual root' for cultivating sage techniques, his talent was growing alongside Konoha…

Who knows, it might grow out someday?

"A group related to natural energy?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded: "This matter needs to be handled with utmost care, and you must report to me in real time."

“I understand, teacher!” Orochimaru nodded.

The way we handle Ibli and the Tsuchigumo clan will serve as a template for that tribe.

Once a basic framework is established, similar problems will be easier to handle in the future.

As for asking Mount Myoboku for help...

Hiruzen Sarutobi initially had mixed feelings about them.

On one hand, the toads of Mount Myōboku did indeed shed blood for Konoha, achieving remarkable feats in the Second Shinobi World War and killing many enemies.

However, the tasks they demanded of Jiraiya were indeed far too vague and unrealistic.

They're searching for the prophesied child, who's said to be Jiraiya's apprentice...

Although Jiraiya had tried his best to do missions for Konoha while searching, it still affected his energy as the Hokage's disciple and a Konoha ninja.

However, there was no malicious intent involved, and Mount Myōboku did indeed contribute.

Previously, Hiruzen Sarutobi would only offer a few criticisms and did not forcibly stop him.

Perhaps it is based on this.