Naruto: I'm really not an evil scientist!

Chapter 30: A Hero of Konoha!

These clan leaders and Jonin took turns visiting Hiruko, their purpose being nothing more than learning Hiruko's alchemy, since no clan is without funds for development.

In the following days, construction was in full swing throughout the Land of Fire, creating a bustling scene.

Under the leadership of the new Hokage, Minato Namikaze, a large number of Konoha ninjas and countless ordinary people formed a massive construction team.

They opened up mountains, built roads and bridges, and railway tracks rose from the ground. The tracks were laid and extended, and tunnels were dug and connected one by one.

In this process, the Akimichi clan, who were on good terms with Minato, and the Earth Release ninjas played a significant role.

They made significant contributions to the smooth progress of the project thanks to their unique abilities.

In just a few days, thanks to the large amount of high-tech equipment provided by Hiruko and the ninjas' high efficiency, the team was able to achieve great success.

The Land of Fire's transportation infrastructure has achieved a leapfrog development, instantly surpassing other major powers by a large margin.

The transportation network has developed rapidly, and although it has not yet been officially opened to traffic, the number of individual vendors coming and going has increased significantly compared to usual.

With a clear road, merchants could travel directly to Konoha, which led to an increase in the number of merchants and a steady stream of tourists.

It's worth mentioning that the number of ninja escort missions has also surged, bringing more mission posters to Konoha and resulting in some economic growth for the village.

The initial benefits of improved transportation are already evident.

A few months later, Hiruko made simple modifications to a small number of trains, subways, light rails, trams and other means of transportation within the Land of Fire, making them easy to operate.

These large vehicles began operating in Konoha Village and several bustling cities in the Land of Fire. They proved to be highly adaptable and were warmly welcomed by the general public.

At the same time, the large factories in Birukho continued to produce more vehicles and supporting facilities.

Subsequently, the daimyo of the Land of Fire, along with nobles of all ranks and gentry from various regions, allocated funds to continuously increase the corresponding transportation facilities.

If this trend continues, thanks to the ninjas' high efficiency, a highly developed transportation network will be built within the Land of Fire within about a year, laying a solid foundation for the Land of Fire's prosperity and development.

As for various types of aircraft, even if they were created by a genius like Hiruko, they could not be directly applied to the civilian sector.

Large aircraft are too difficult to develop; at present, only small aircraft can be manufactured.

Moreover, these small aircraft can only be used for war reconnaissance at most. They are expensive and lack practical value, so they can only be developed and improved slowly.

Hiruko already had a plan in mind, taking into account the Uchiha clan's powerful dynamic vision.

Combined with the Hyuga clan, who possess the ability to see through objects and conduct long-distance observations, they would be the best choice for future ace pilots.

The Konoha Research Department has recouped a significant amount of funds thanks to these advanced transportation facilities.

It is worth mentioning that the emerging transportation industry was part of Konoha's militarized development from the very beginning, rather than the private property of the nobles of the Land of Fire.

Despite the fact that many officials, nobles, and even famous figures enjoy VIP lounge services and generous shareholder benefits.

They may receive free rides on various modes of transportation and annual dividends, but they cannot influence any decisions made by the Konoha Research Department, nor can they earn more profits.

This is the second step for Konoha Village to break free from the pre-emptive control of major powers and transform from a foolish tool of killing into a village focused on peaceful development.

He wanted to observe whether the development of social productivity would change due to his intervention.

Hiruko did not want Konoha to remain at its current level of development; he had far-reaching plans.

Minato Namikaze, however, didn't think that far ahead. He only saw the enormous military benefits of advanced transportation, which could also bring a new source of income to Konoha.

It can also create more job opportunities, which he sees as having no downsides.

Hiruko's scientific research capabilities are like a money-printing machine, ensuring that Konoha Village is never short of money.

If Hiruko hadn't taken the entire budget of eight billion directly from him, Minato Namikaze would have had even more money on hand.

But even ninjas need to make a living; who would complain about having too much money?

Although there is no war at present, the profits from transportation are enormous.

Especially in the world of Boruto, an ordinary person makes a living by running a business related to trains.

He became the world's richest person with almost no special background, which is truly speechless.

In fact, trains already existed in the Land of Snow, but they had not yet been extended to the entire ninja world.

Often, those ninjas who only know how to earn a living by killing don't realize that they are actually making money off money.

As the Hokage, Minato could vaguely sense that it might be a good thing if Konoha could get rid of some of the influence of the Land of Fire.

The actions of the Daimyo of the Land of Wind were both laughable and absurd. They were so poor that they couldn't even afford to eat, and instead of providing full support to Sunagakure, they cut military spending year after year.

This forced Sunagakure to implement a policy of elite troops, reducing the number of ninjas.

This contrasted sharply with Konoha's development, further solidifying Minato's determination to lead Konoha down the path of independent profitability.

As the puppet army that Sunagakure used as a facade gradually dwindled, the village's overall strength declined significantly.

To subsidize the village's expenses, even ninjas with Magnet Release had to search for resources and mine gold dust, essentially becoming gold miners.

Minato Namikaze didn't want Konoha to become like that.

The changes in the Land of Fire were naturally noticed by the other major powers.

The nations were all amazed and had to admit that the brilliant strategies and talents of the man with the yellow flash were extraordinary.

Shortly after Minato Namikaze became the new Hokage, he demonstrated remarkable courage and foresight, firmly supporting Hiruzen's reforms and indeed becoming the greatest enemy of other major powers.

As someone who believed in giving and expecting something in return, Hiruko, though he wouldn't say it outright, made contributions that cannot be ignored.

He not only helped establish the research department and the transportation system of the Land of Fire, but also sold the Life Enhancement Serum No. 1.

Although the price is not high, the enhancement effect on the genin is immediate.

This medicine can be safely used as long as the user has a certain level of chakra, and it can directly enhance the user's strength.

In Konoha Village, any villager who is wealthy and passes Minato's political review can purchase this potion, which instantly boosts their strength to the Chunin level.

This action greatly improved the overall quality of Konoha Village, and Hiruko made a great contribution as a result.

He successfully obtained a large number of sealing techniques of the Uzumaki clan from Minato, as well as Minato's own insights into the Flying Thunder God Technique.

The financial rewards were substantial, and the honors were numerous.

Of course, what Hiruko valued most was...

Chapter 31 Lin's Ambiguous Relationship

Minato Namikaze will arrange for him to learn sealing techniques, something Hiruko is really looking forward to.

Nighttime, in Hiruko's mansion.

Beiliu was fast asleep.

Lin sat in front of Hiruko, carefully examining her savior.

Having just experienced the ambiguity between a man and a woman, Nohara Rin was very curious about the development between Hiruko and Nonou.

She is currently in a phase where she has a strong curiosity about the opposite sex.

Hiruko frowned, seemingly sensing something strange.

Suddenly, Hiruko was awakened, but he did not blame the little girl. Instead, he got up and planned to go to the laboratory to conduct research.

"Lord Hiruko, may I...may I go with you?" Nohara Rin asked timidly.

Hiruko hesitated, then looked at her and slowly said, "That's hell down there!"

Nohara Rin nodded firmly: "Yes, Lord Hiruko, I've made up my mind!"

After pondering for a moment, Hiruko led her into a secret laboratory that he didn't value too much.

The two followed the secret passage, stepped onto some dilapidated steps, and slowly descended into the depths of the underground.

Bright lights illuminated the bodies placed on the various tables.

“These are all remains with bloodline limits that I obtained from Danzo,” Hiruko explained.

"They have undergone numerous experiments and are essentially no longer of much value, so they look particularly disgusting and unusual on the surface."

Nohara Rin nodded. Although she was mentally prepared, she was still startled and screamed when she saw the hideous face inside the white cloth the moment it was lifted.

This is completely different from a normal autopsy, because these bodies that died accidentally always have an unusually frightening appearance.

The body before them was completely engulfed by fire jutsu, burned beyond recognition.

"ah!"

Nohara Rin cried out in surprise and instinctively backed away, crashing directly into Hiruko's arms.

Hiruko immediately steadied her and asked earnestly, "Rin, are you alright?"

Rin Nohara was caught off guard and bumped into a warm chest.

The touch was so familiar that she was momentarily dazed—Hiruko's embrace was always like this, carrying a reassuring aura, yet subtly revealing a dangerous temperature.

Her cheeks suddenly flushed, and she quickly lowered her head, her hair falling down to conceal the blush that she couldn't hide.

My heart was pounding in my ears, like a bird trapped in a cage, flapping its wings trying to break free.

His body heat seeped through her clothes and into her skin, making her fingertips tingle slightly.

She could even feel the rise and fall of his chest, steady and slow, as if silently measuring her frantic breathing.

"Lin, what are you thinking?" she questioned herself in her heart, but her body was more honest than her mind.

Her eyelashes trembled slightly, and her pulse was pounding so fast that she could hear the rapid rhythm herself.

As a medical ninja, she understood the effects of hormones better than anyone, but when the heat spread from her lower abdomen to her limbs, reason seemed so pale.

Hiruko did not release her immediately, but let her stay in his arms for a few more seconds.

His fingertips brushed lightly against her shoulder, as if checking her reaction, or perhaps enjoying her brief moment of disorientation.

He chuckled softly and slowly released her only after she frantically shook her head.

Nohara Rin didn't dare to look up, but she caught his gaze out of the corner of her eye.

Those eyes seemed to possess the patience of a hunter, and the cold chakra emanating from them gave off an eerie feeling.

He simply watched her quietly, as if appreciating every subtle change in her.

She took a deep breath, forced herself to calm down, and focused on the task at hand.

But when she reached out to examine the unusual body, the lingering sensation of his clothing still remained on her fingertips.