Ninja World: I'm really a support-type ninja

"My lords, Ming has left on his own, saying he is going to the Wet Bone Forest to learn immortal arts."

Nara Shikaku stood beside the two and respectfully informed them of Hatake Akira's whereabouts.

"That's it..."

Tsunade nodded. "This is a bit unlike Akira's personality. It's rare to see him so busy and ambitious."

"By the way, Jiraiya, what exactly is the Kara organization that makes Akira so anxious?"

Looking at Jiraiya, Tsunade's eyes were full of curiosity about his figure.

However, Jiraiya was completely baffled.

Jiraiya scratched his head, looking bewildered. "I just happened to stumble upon it while wandering around, and couldn't resist investigating out of curiosity."

"However, this Shell organization doesn't have many members, and they're not as ambitious as the Akatsuki organization used to be. They're just some wandering savages like me..."

"You can hardly be considered a savage."

Tsunade shook her head and objected, "If the Kara organization is really as you say, then Akira doesn't need to be so nervous at all."

"Yes, that's what I'm wondering about too."

Jiraiya stroked his chin. "I investigated the Kara organization, and the intelligence they sent back didn't mention anything about Kara posing a threat to the ninja world..."

"In that case, Ming's concerns are somewhat... unfounded."

Tsunade nodded, agreeing with Jiraiya's words, but at the same time, she didn't have much doubt about Akira Hatake.

"Don't overthink it. Ming's judgment has been flawless ever since his abilities were exposed. I'm absolutely certain that the intelligence you gathered about the Shell organization has many errors and omissions."

"Is that right?"

Jiraiya looked at Tsunade and said, "If that's the case, then the Kara organization... I really need to investigate it thoroughly again."

"Lord Jiraiya, I think it would be better for you to stay in the village for the time being."

Nara Shikaku suddenly interjected, "Before leaving, Akira, in his capacity as acting Hokage, issued a secret order. Here is the document; you can take a look."

With that, Nara Shikaku handed the document in his hand to Jiraiya.

Jiraiya reached out and took the document, quickly flipping through it before his brows furrowed involuntarily.

Jiraiya couldn't help but sigh as he returned the documents to Nara Shikaku.

"Forget it, Ming must have his reasons for doing this, so I won't cause him any more trouble."

The reason Jiraiya wanted to leave the village was not only because he couldn't stay idle, but also, and most importantly, because of Tsunade.

Jiraiya's feelings for Tsunade remained unchanged, but after a "love marathon" of more than 30 years, Jiraiya's attitude towards Tsunade became quite subtle.

He wanted to confess his feelings, but he was also afraid. However, if he didn't confess, he would feel bad.

Therefore, Jiraiya could only resolve his inner turmoil by traveling outside the village, thus escaping the regret and torment of unrequited love.

Seeing that Jiraiya no longer had any intention of leaving the village, Tsunade felt a little relieved.

The power behind the shell organization that Akira Hatake values ​​so highly must be extraordinary.

Moreover, Akira's actions were also a way of protecting Jiraiya, a point that Tsunade clearly understood.

"You should just stay in the village."

Tsunade said something to Jiraiya, then looked at Nara Shikaku, "Shikaku, Minato and Akira aren't in the village right now, so you'll have to take care of a lot of things."

Hearing Tsunade say that, Nara Shikaku gave a wry smile.

Well, just like Minato Namikaze and his apprentice, Tsunade definitely wants to be a hands-off manager.

"Thank you for your concern, Lady Tsunade."

Despite his inner turmoil, Nara Shikaku could only offer this reply, looking much like a "working class" being ruthlessly exploited by an unscrupulous boss...

"Jiraiya, how about we go for a walk?"

Tsunade then extended an invitation to Jiraiya, which made Jiraiya overjoyed.

"I've been looking forward to this day for a long time, and now that it's possible."

"I'm in a good mood right now, so don't make me hit someone!"

Tsunade glared at Jiraiya, then turned around, preparing to leave the Hokage's office.

Jiraiya immediately followed, trailing behind Tsunade like a little follower.

Stepping out of the Hokage Building, Tsunade stretched and yawned. "It's been so long since I've felt this relaxed!"

"Yes, it feels great to have improved my strength."

"indeed so."

Tsunade ignored Jiraiya's gaze sweeping over her and changed the subject.

"By the way, Jiraiya, how long has it been since we walked together like this?"

"It must have been... three or four years."

Jiraiya sighed, "Before the Third Shinobi World War began, we were both busy with missions; after the war began, we were both busy with the fighting; and after it ended..."

"Yes, everyone is busy with their own things."

Tsunade remarked, "So... how about we go to an izakaya?"

"An izakaya? That sounds good!"

Jiraiya agreed, naturally more than willing to participate in a drinking party.

However, as the two walked side by side toward Konoha's most bustling street, Jiraiya suddenly remembered Orochimaru.

To be honest, Jiraiya's feelings for Orochimaru were not necessarily less than Tsunade's.

Although the two are not comparable, Jiraiya, while wanting to be alone with Tsunade at this moment, could not bring himself to forget his friend for the sake of beauty.

"By the way, Tsunade, should we go and call Orochimaru along?"

"Orochimaru?" Tsunade raised an eyebrow. "Not bad, it's been a long time since I've seen him."

"But I think Orochimaru might be busy with some disgusting experiments!"

Tsunade knew a lot about Orochimaru, and also about the experimental base he established.

"Who cares? I don't believe he'll ignore us once we get to his testing base."

Similarly, Jiraiya also knew many secrets. Given his and Tsunade's status, they were very clear about many things in Konoha.

The reason we don't speak, ask, or discuss is not because we don't know, but because we don't want to—it's that simple.

With that, the two turned around and headed towards Orochimaru's testing base.

Inside Orochimaru's test base.

"Lord Orochimaru, someone is coming."

"Okay, I understand. Just bring them over."

As he spoke, Orochimaru's lips curled into a smile. "They're all people I know, so you don't need to be too nervous."

"Yes, Lord Orochimaru."

The pharmacist nodded, pushed up his glasses, and turned to leave.

After Kabuto left, Orochimaru quickly turned around and tidied up the experimental table, not forgetting to straighten his clothes as well.

Soon, Kabuto returned, followed by Jiraiya and Tsunade.

"Long time no see." x3

Chapter 337 Kabuto Yakushi, Kimimaro, and Mizuki Haku.

Orochimaru had told Akira Hatake a long time ago that he wanted to find a capable assistant to help him with his research and to handle some miscellaneous tasks.

Akira Hatake was too lazy to care and didn't take it to heart.

Orochimaru is such a big guy, and his reputation ranks among the top ten in Konoha. What kind of assistant can't he find?

However, even though Hatake knew that Orochimaru ultimately chose Kabuto Yakushi as his assistant, he couldn't help but marvel at the power of fate.

However, this cannot be entirely based on fate. If Kabuto's personal abilities are not up to par, or if he does not meet Orochimaru's expectations, Orochimaru will definitely not want him.

The fact that Kabuto Yakushi was still able to enter Orochimaru's field of vision, despite being messed up by Akira Hatake in the ninja world's timeline, is enough to demonstrate his exceptional talent.

As for how Orochimaru and Kabuto met, it was naturally due to Nono Yakushi.

Yakushi Nonou, this woman, also benefited from Akira Hatake's fame, and even more so from the entire Hatake clan.

Although the Hatake clan is now only a handful of members, the three members of the family—father and sons—are all high-ranking officials in Konoha.

I still remember when Akira Hatake was hung from the roof beam and beaten by his father, Sakumo Hatake, it was Yakushi Nonou who treated Akira Hatake's wounds.

This is Akira Hatake's dark history, but it is precisely because of this dark history that Sakumo Hatake and Nono Yakushi got involved.

Akira Hatake initially wanted to use Nono Yakushi to gather damaging information about Danzo Shimura, hoping to bring him down through political means.

However, the outbreak of World War III was so dramatic that it allowed the old schemer Danzo Shimura to meet his end in a very dignified manner.

This saved Hatake Akira a lot of trouble, so Yakushi Nonou's seemingly insignificant move naturally lost its original purpose.

Even though Yakushi Nonou has lost her usefulness, the deal she made with Hatake Sakumo still greatly benefited her.

First, there's the orphanage founded by Pharmacist Nonou, which gets better every day with the help of Hatake Sakumo.

This was the content of their deal. Although Yakushi Nonou ultimately didn't play a role, sponsoring the orphanage wasn't much of a challenge for Hatake Sakumo.

Consider it doing something practical for Konoha.

Especially after Sakumo Hatake became the head of the Anbu again, his funding for the Yakushinono Orphanage naturally increased.

In any case, it was just a matter of Hatake Sakumo saying a word. The funds for the orphanage didn't come from Hatake Sakumo's own pocket; they came from the village's public funds.

Speaking of Konoha's finances, thanks to the war reparations from the four great nations, Konoha is now incredibly wealthy.

With more money, people can do whatever they want, and the development of people's livelihood will naturally be greatly promoted, leading to an increase in the happiness of all villagers in Konoha.

Of course, this data was obtained after a detailed investigation by the Konoha leadership; it was an anonymous investigation known to everyone.

The survey on the happiness of Konoha villagers alone sparked a wide discussion within the village, with people finding it novel and meaningful.