Naruto: Uchiha is not Raikage!

Chapter 378 The Development of the Orphanage, Nono's Submission

After blending into the crowd, Obito turned back for one last look at Kiyoshi, Mio Nohara, and the others.

A faint hint of Sharingan crimson flashed in his eyes.

As they stepped into a deserted street, Obito's figure suddenly disappeared into the vortex.

When he reappeared, the scene had changed to the base of the New Dawn organization.

His trip to Konoha was quite fruitful.

First, I learned that Kushina was about to give birth, and then I also learned about Nohara Mio.

"Kyuubi..."

Obito had an idea.

Tailed beasts have varying numbers of tails, and there's an unwritten rule that the more tails a tailed beast has, the stronger it is.

There is no concrete evidence for this, but many people think so.

This also applies to Obito.

Back then, Madara Uchiha chose the Nine-Tails as his summoning beast and took it with him to fight Hashirama Senju.

Why didn't he choose the tailed beasts such as the one-tailed, two-tailed, or three-tailed ones?

It was precisely because Madara Uchiha recognized the Nine-Tails' power that he was attracted to it.

If the Nine-Tails were to unleash its power in Konoha, even with Kiyoshi there, it would still have a significant impact on the village.

He could also take advantage of the chaos to take Nohara Mio away.

Even... to take revenge on Minato Namikaze.

That's right, Obito wanted to take revenge on Minato Namikaze.

He suspected that the child in Kushina's womb was Minato Namikaze's child.

Back when he was still in Konoha and belonged to Minato's team, Minato Namikaze concealed his feelings for Kushina.

If Minato Namikaze had arrived a little faster, he wouldn't have been crushed under the boulder.

If he stays in Konoha, he might be able to protect Rin and keep her from Kiyoshi's advances.

Unfortunately it was too late.

By the time he escaped from Madara Uchiha, the die was cast.

Minato Namikaze, who was vaguely known as the fastest ninja in the world during that period, failed to catch up with anything.

It was at that moment that a seed of resentment was planted in Obito's heart.

"spot."

At the Shinkyo organization's base, Nagato looked at Obito who had suddenly appeared.

How's the "interstitial cell" transplant going?

Obito asked.

Nagato's legs were a weakness, preventing him from running freely, which essentially meant he lost the mobility of a ninja.

In the past, he deliberately indulged Nagato's flaws to prevent Nagato from getting out of control.

It seems that without strengthening the overall strength of the Akatsuki members, it will be difficult to deal with Uchiha Kiyoshi.

"The transplant will begin in two days. Orochimaru is currently cultivating the bio-prosthetic limb using 'Hashirama cells.'"

Nagato said.

"Very good, the 'interstitial cells' will be of great help to you."

Obito gave Nagato a deep look.

Madara Uchiha once told him that if the power of the Uchiha and Senju clans were combined, they could obtain all things in the universe.

Nagato is a hybrid of the Senju and Uzumaki clans.

After obtaining "Hashirama cells," he might awaken the "Wood" Release ability just like him.

It also greatly increases chakra levels.

Then Nagato would have much more control over the "Gedo Mazo" and wouldn't have had as much trouble.

This is a double-edged sword.

This also means that Obito will no longer be able to control Nagato as easily.

"I know."

Long red hair obscured Nagato's eyes, and the dim candlelight in the cave cast shadows on Nagato's emaciated body.

What new plans do you have?

Nagato frowned slightly.

The spotted creature appears and disappears without a trace, and usually doesn't bother me unless there's something wrong.

Now that they've found themselves, it's clear they have something to share.

"I have a plan called 'The Nine-Tailed Fox's Rampage'."

Obito slowly uttered those words.

…………

"This is a request for funding from the orphanage."

Hiruzen Sarutobi placed a report on Kiyoshi's desk.

He stepped down from the position of Hokage, but his political career was not over, and he was still handling some government affairs.

Many documents that Kiyoshi delegated to Minato Namikaze, but which Namikaze was unsure about, would be sent to the experienced Hiruzen Sarutobi for approval.

"Lord Third Generation, I have received it."

Qingsi smiled slightly.

"Kiyoshi, you... many things are the Hokage's responsibility."

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at the thin files on Kiyoshi's desk and couldn't help but speak.

Kiyoshi's act of delegating authority was unanimously praised by Koharu Utatane, Danzo Shimura, and Homura Mito.

However, Hiruzen Sarutobi always believed that Kiyoshi possessed the "Will of Fire" of his old friend Kagami Uchiha.

But if power is delegated in this way, it will eventually become just a figurehead.

If other ninja clans found out, they would think that the Konoha leadership was undermining Kiyoshi.

"I know."

Qingsi nodded.

However, he didn't care about rights.

Rights are merely an outward manifestation.

Whether in ordinary society or in a ninja village based on ninjas, ultimately it is power that provides the foundation.

The daimyo controls violent organizations like the army, using them to rule the world and suppress anyone with rebellious thoughts.

Ninjas possess their own strength. As long as they are powerful and exude the aura of a strong person, no one can underestimate them.

For example, the father-son duo Might Guy and Might Dai were capable of fighting against the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, while Might Guy was able to briefly reach the "Six Paths level" of combat power, even crippling Madara Uchiha in his Six Paths form.

In the original story, when they were young, they lived almost entirely under the shadow of others' ridicule and strangeness.

This is what happens when someone has power but lacks the corresponding aura of a strong person, and others dare to take advantage of them.

The Uchiha clan is Kiyoshi's best asset; even though he hasn't made a move in a long time, no one dares to test his patience.

Those who dared to challenge the Uchiha have already learned how to behave under the arrogant Uchiha.

Especially now that Kiyoshi has become Hokage, the Uchiha clan ninjas have become even more arrogant.

Normally, they are in a high position when carrying out tasks.

Just like in "Infinite Tsukuyomi," when Sasuke became the vice-captain of the Konoha Police Department, the Uchiha ninja's ego swelled.

However, nothing has happened yet, and it's still within Kiyoshi's tolerance range.

If things get out of hand, he'll pick a few troublemakers to deal with.

Now that Konoha is his ninja village, Kiyoshi will naturally not allow Konoha to descend into chaos.

"As long as you know what's going on."

Hiruzen Sarutobi, puffing on his pipe, walked outside.

Cigarettes were practically Hiruzen Sarutobi's second life; even though those around him repeatedly advised him to quit, he couldn't.

Click.

As the door closed, only Kiyoshi remained in the Hokage's office.

Kiyoshi casually used a Wind Release ninjutsu to dispel the smoke in the Hokage's office by forming a hand seal with one hand.

"It's about time to visit the orphanage."

Kiyoshi stroked his chin.

Kiyoshi adopted a hands-off approach to the development of the orphanage.

He himself hadn't been there for quite some time.

"Yakushi Kabuto is not young anymore; it's time for him to show his talent."

Kiyoshi secretly said.

The current Kabuto Yakushi is not yet caught up in the confusion he felt after accidentally killing Nono in the original story; instead, he is wholeheartedly trying to share the burden of the orphanage.

In this situation, his learning efficiency is completely different from when he worked under Orochimaru.

But this is the positive side.

In the ninja world, "bonds" are truly a magical thing, greatly enhancing an individual's potential.

"red lotus."

Qingsi spoke.

"Yes, Lord Kiyoshi."

Crimson Lotus, dressed as an Anbu member, appeared in the Hokage's office.

Her blue pineapple hairstyle had a few strands of hair hanging down, and her dark, tight-fitting clothes accentuated her figure perfectly.

Her long, straight legs and curvaceous figure couldn't radiate youthful beauty.

Guren was a Chunin several years ago, but Kiyoshi recently promoted her to Jonin and assigned her the position of squad leader.

"Come with me on a trip in a couple of days."

Kiyoshi put the document he had finished reading aside.

"Yes."

Honglian's tone was joyful.

It was certainly an honor for her to do a mission with Lord Kiyoshi!

……

Several days later, Qing Si took Hong Lian to the orphanage.

Besides Guren, Kiyoshi also brought Tsurugi Fubuki, who was in the process of being corrected.

After the revisions were completed, Kiyoshi dispatched her to the Island of Spirits to manage it.

Uzumaki Enoka also chose to return to the Island of Spirits, as her abilities were very effective in suppressing summoned beasts.

In the original story, if the "Ultimate Summoning Beast" hadn't gone out of control, Enoka Uzumaki probably wouldn't have died.

Moreover, there is only one type of summoning beast on the entire island, the "Ultimate Summoning Beast," which can devour and evolve.

"Lord Kiyoshi, she..."

Honglian looked at Heyi Chuixue with a puzzled expression.

He Yi Fubuki was wearing a black robe, which concealed her curvaceous figure.

She was wearing a white mask with the character "封" (seal) written on it.

Along the way, Honglian was surprised to find that He Yi Chuixue did not utter a single word, no matter what the situation was.

"She is currently undergoing revisions."

Kiyoshi patted Honglian's head.

There were many things he didn't tell Honglian.

"Correct it?"

Honglian was confused and didn't quite understand the meaning behind Qingsi's words.

However, since Kiyoshi had already said so, she didn't ask any further questions.

"It looks like the orphanage is just ahead."

Honglian pointed to a building on the mountain ahead.

That's where the orphanage is located.

"Let's go."

Qingsi nodded.

He looked at Kiyoshi's buildings and found that they were becoming increasingly dilapidated.

However, some new buildings have been constructed in the surrounding area, which are clearly in much better condition than the orphanage.

"Dou, don't push yourself so hard. It's good to take a break every now and then."

Uruxi spoke.

He and Kabuto Yakushi had both grown much older, transforming from children into teenagers.

Perhaps due to precociousness, stubble had already begun to grow on his chin.

"It's always good to be able to share some of the burden with the dean."

The pharmacist wiped his sweat.

He put down the box of documents he was holding.

Many orphans adopted by the orphanage, if they have the qualifications to become ninjas, will be given priority in training to become medical ninjas.

Most of the children in the orphanage, even those with poor aptitude, possess a will far exceeding that of ordinary people and are more capable of enduring hardship.

Over time, this led to the development of many medical ninjas.

These medical ninjas are responsible for research projects sent by Konoha, such as analyzing data and conducting experiments. Some outstanding ninjas are also recruited by Konoha and formally enlisted.

Kiyoshi quietly watched the scene unfold before him.

These changes were naturally arranged by him.

Those projects were also tasks assigned by Kiyoshi, and their latest research results would be presented to Kiyoshi.

Combined with the experimental base in the Land of Grass, this is why Kiyoshi's research was able to make such rapid progress.

In terms of sheer numbers, Orochimaru's experimental base was far smaller than Kiyoshi's.

Aside from Kabuto Yakushi as an assistant, Orochimaru did most of his research himself.

"You are... Uchiha Kiyoshi."

Yakushi Kabuto looked at Kiyoshi and felt that he looked somewhat familiar.

He immediately remembered that this was an acquaintance of the dean.

Is Nonou there?

Qingsi asked.

"The dean is here."

Uruxi, who was standing to the side, spoke up.

"And you should call him Hokage-sama."

Urushi patted Yakushi Kabuto on the back, indicating that he had spoken without thinking.

"It's out of the way."

Qingsi shook his head.

Since Yakushi Nonou is here, his trip wasn't in vain.

"I'll lead the way."

Yakushi Kabuto adjusted his round-framed glasses and led the way for Kiyoshi.

Kiyoshi led Honglian and Heyu Fubuki inside.

"Teacher Nono."

Kiyoshi smiled slightly as he looked at Nono's surprised expression.

He and Nonou hadn't seen each other for a long time.

"Kiyoshi, what brings you here?"

Yakushi Nonou did not expect Kiyoshi to return today.

“I received a letter from the orphanage.”

Kiyoshi said.

"A letter..."

Yakushi Nonou's expression became subtle.

The so-called letters were also sent out by her own hand.

The orphanage is growing larger and larger, and it is now the largest orphanage in the area.

Daily expenses naturally increased dramatically, requiring a large amount of money to be spent.

"sit down."

Yakushi Nonou found three stools for Kiyoshi.

Kiyoshi and Honglian sat down.

Crane Wing Snowflakes stood there motionless, like a puppet.

Both Yakushi Kabuto and Urushi looked at Tsurugi Fubuki with curiosity.

For some reason, they felt that Crane Wing Snow's breathing was very faint and rhythmic.

It's as if everything is being suppressed to a minimum.

"Isn't she going to sit?"

Yakushi Nonou vaguely sensed something.

As the former top female intelligence officer who had been retired for many years, Yakushi Nonou had some idea of ​​what was going on.

This person is clearly under the influence of an illusion.

"The orphanage hasn't been doing too well lately."

Kiyoshi's gaze fell on the Pharmacist Nono, who was dressed in a black nun's habit and had a sorrowful and pitiful face.

If things go well, there's no need to send that letter.

"It's not very good."

Yakushi Nonou's words contained a bitter smile.

From its inception until now, the orphanage has never been doing well.

"It's alright, the funds that Konoha allocates to orphanages will be three times the amount of the past."

Kiyoshi held up three fingers.

As Hokage, he had considerable authority over these minor matters.

"three times?"

Yakushi Nonou's eyes widened.

In fact, Konoha has been increasing its funding for orphanages in recent years, but the size of the orphanages has also been increasing.

The orphanage's situation did not improve during the period of increase and decrease.

Now that Qing Si has given three times the amount, the orphanage will have a great financial surplus, and all difficulties will be easily resolved.

"Is this really okay?"

Yakushi Nono's emerald green eyes were fixed on Kiyoshi.

She knew that Kiyoshi had successfully run for Hokage, and if she hadn't been unable to leave at the time, Yakushi Nonou would have wanted to come to Konoha to congratulate Kiyoshi.

Yakushi Nonou believes that the best decision she ever made was taking on such an outstanding disciple as Kiyoshi.

"These are all trivial matters, as long as they can help Ms. Nonou."

Kiyoshi's gaze swept over Nono's more prominent features.

This unbridled and undisguised gaze was immediately noticed by Yakushi Nonou.

As a former top spy, she is very sensitive to how others perceive her.

Almost instantly, Nono knew what Kiyoshi was thinking.

At the time, she planned to go to Konoha to find Kiyoshi after she finished her work, and then try to guide Kiyoshi back on the right track, so that he could have more contact with women his own age and have normal values.

She was an older woman, and there was a significant age and generation gap between her and Kiyoshi.

Especially now that Kiyoshi has become Hokage, Nono doesn't want Kiyoshi's reputation to be affected.

"Kiyoshi, I'm glad you meant well, but there are some things..."

Nono hesitated, unsure how to speak to Kiyoshi.

Kiyoshi's help to the orphanage was almost too much.

Without Kiyoshi's help, Nono felt that her orphanage would have gone out of business long ago.

Under Shimura Danzo's constant suppression, unless she is willing to return to Root, this is her only fate.

Later, after Shimura Danzo was dismissed and Namikaze Minato became the second leader of Root, the orphanage suffered much less suppression.

Most of these problems stem from the fact that orphanages have adopted too many orphans.

But Yakushi Nonou couldn't bring herself to turn away every poor orphan who came to the orphanage.

A young orphan was living a life of wandering outside. In order to survive, he had no choice but to steal and scavenge.

"what's up?"

Qing Si pretended not to understand.

"Kiyoshi, you should know that I'm about the same age as your teacher Tsunade."

Yakushi Nonou said cryptically.

"What's wrong?"

Kiyoshi looked puzzled.

Yakushi Nonou suddenly fell silent.

She and Kiyoshi had done that kind of thing before; it's either zero times or countless times.

Honglian was somewhat confused by the conversation between Kiyoshi and Yakushi Nonou, feeling as if the two were speaking in riddles.

"Dean..."

Kabuto Yakushi, who didn't quite understand matters between men and women, noticed the troubled expression on Nono Yakushi's face.

He felt very sad and wanted to share some of the burden with the dean.

After thinking for a moment, he stepped forward and said:

"If there is anything you wish to order, Lord Hokage, please give me your orders."

"Hmm, not bad, you're energetic."

Kiyoshi glanced back at Yakushi Kabuto.

Kabuto Yakushi is a promising talent; he could probably outperform many ordinary medical ninjas and would accelerate Kiyoshi's research projects.

"Gulian, Fubuki, you two go out first. I have something to talk to Teacher Nonou about."

Kiyoshi said.

“Dou, Urushi, you want to get out too.”

After a moment of silence, Yakushi Nonou gave the same instruction.

"Dean, if you encounter any difficulties, please feel free to call us. I will do my best to resolve them."

As Yakushi Kabuto stepped out, he spoke solemnly.

In his heart, he had long regarded the woman who gave him his name and a pair of glasses as his closest adoptive mother.

"What do you think the Dean and the Hokage are talking about?"

In the corridor along the road, Uruxi spoke up curiously.

"I do not know."

Kabuto Yakushi shook his head.

He was also curious about what Yakushi Nonou and Kiyoshi were talking about.

But Honglian and Heyi Chuixue stood at the entrance, towering like two guardian deities.

"Nonou-sensei, have you missed me since I left?"

Kiyoshi stood up and walked towards Yakushi Nonou.

"It's normal for a teacher to miss their student, isn't it?"

Yakushi Nonou spoke.

Kiyoshi is her first disciple and currently the person she is closest to in Konoha, so she must have thought about it to some extent.

"That's perfect, I'd like to as well."

Kiyoshi said.

He hadn't seen Yakushi Nonou for a long time.

Let him come and verify for himself whether Yakushi Nonou has changed.

As the saying goes, thirty is like...

Yakushi Nonou is clearly in her prime.

This has nothing to do with personality; it's purely a biological instinct.

Yakushi Nonou frowned slightly, feeling that she would be letting Kiyoshi down.

It will completely distort Kiyoshi's views on love.

God, why did you give me such a body that tempts people to sin and is full of sin?
Nono prayed to the gods.

But no matter how much she prayed, her guilt did not lessen in the slightest.

On the contrary, the closer the Qing Si got, the heavier it became.

……

When I got downstairs to the pharmacy, I noticed the light flicker.

Compared to that, Kabuto still harbored some of the curiosity he had just felt.

……

night.

Kiyoshi came down from upstairs.

"The orphanage is on the right track now, it's time to get our hands on the Five-Tails."

Kiyoshi plans to collect the last remaining tailed beast—the Five-Tails—after leaving the orphanage.

Once Kiyoshi collects the Five-Tails, he will have collected all the tailed beasts in the ninja world.

Even for a unique life form like the Zero-Tails, which isn't considered a tailed beast, Kiyoshi has a corresponding "Zero-Tails Technique".

"Dean..."

Kabuto wiped his sweat. He had been busy outside all day and hadn't seen Nono Yakushi come out yet.

"Are you having any problems, Dou?"

As Yakushi Nonou descended the stairs, she straightened the wrinkles in her black nun's habit.

"No, I just wanted to see you."

Kabuto Yakushi shook his head.

　Thank you to reader 202103017402768836 for the donation.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)