Uchiha: Starting as Tobirama's Jinchuriki

This is the Hokage, the only one left in Konoha…

"Why, Hiruzen?"

Danzo Shimura's eyes were filled with rage as he said viciously, "

You're blaming me for a brat from the Uchiha clan? Have you forgotten how Tobirama-sensei viewed the Uchiha clan?

Hiruzen Sarutobi sneered: "Danzo, this is why I am the Hokage."

"The reason why Lord Tobirama was able to train ninjas like Kagami was not because of the brainwashing and cursed seals within Root, but because of the Will of Fire that united people's hearts."

"The roots are buried in the darkness. Just do what you're supposed to do and don't try to compete with the leaves for nutrients."

Danzo Shimura's gaze suddenly turned dangerous.

He doesn't want to be a root for life; he wants to climb step by step to the top and become a leaf that shines brightly!

But Hiruzen Sarutobi was not afraid of his gaze, and even said something that made his heart tremble:

"You and Orochimaru have been conducting human experiments on your own, do you think I didn't know?"

"Danzo, I've been waiting for you to be honest with me, but now it seems you were just trying to keep it from me..."

Danzo Shimura's dangerous gaze instantly turned to suspicion.

Hiruzen Sarutobi knows so much about his Root!

It's only been a few days, his Wood Release talent has only been awakened for a few days, and Hiruzen Sarutobi has already come knocking on his door?

For a time, Shimura Danzo even lost faith in the Root.

The root of the matter must have been infiltrated by Hiruzen Sarutobi; there must be some of his hidden agents involved!

"You are relieved of your position as Hokage's assistant and confined to your home for three months. Reflect on your actions, Danzo."

Hiruzen Sarutobi coldly issued his order to Danzo and beckoned.

In an instant, countless dark figures appeared from all directions, kneeling in front of the Hokage.

The Hokage's direct subordinate Anbu!

And, one of Konoha's strongest fighters today, Hatake Sakumo.

"Shuomao, you lead the team to thoroughly investigate the root causes."

Hiruzen Sarutobi coldly said, "The members of Root should also be thoroughly searched, inside and out. If you encounter Orochimaru, don't worry about him."

"The darkness in the village cannot be allowed to grow unchecked."

Danzo Shimura immediately gritted his teeth.

This would not only mean the loss of a Wood Release ninja, but could also severely damage his Root organization!

Hatake Sakumo nodded, not even glancing at Shimura Danzo, and turned and left swiftly.

"Sakumo Hatake..."

Danzo Shimura stared at his back. He already harbored a grudge against this man, who was not only one of the obstacles to his ascension to the Hokage position, but also Hiruzen Sarutobi's loyal hound.

If you can't directly offend Hiruzen Sarutobi, then cut off his wings first!

"Treating the roots this way does no good for the village!"

Danzo Shimura was still making a final effort, roaring angrily, "Hiruzen, you'll regret this!"

"Danzo, I am the Hokage!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi responded smoothly with a wave of his hand.

This dialogue has been repeated countless times over the decades these two have worked together.

Danzo Shimura turned and left, furious.

But after taking a couple of steps, I felt like something was wrong.

This isn't the Hokage's office; there's no way he can slam the door...

If he didn't smash something, he really wouldn't be able to vent the anger he was suppressing!

"boom!"

So, Danzo Shimura slammed his cane to the ground, gave a defiant snort, and strode away.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Danzo Shimura, who was throwing a tantrum, and shook his head, chuckling softly.

"Still so naive, Danzo. If you don't improve, how are you going to surpass me?"

"However, he did remind me to consider who Asuma and Aozumi's teacher should be... Asuma suggested Tsunade, which is a good choice, but we still need to think about it..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi fell into deep thought.

Choosing teachers for Asuma and Aozuki is no simple matter, given the long tradition of master-disciple succession in the Hokage lineage…

Chapter 60: The Uncompromising White Fang of Konoha - Considerations for Succession

Konoha.

root.

Hatake Sakumo, holding the White Fang, stood at the forefront of the ANBU team, inspecting all areas of Root.

The eerie and terrifying Roots are the most mysterious buildings and areas in Konoha.

Ordinary Jonin would not want to get too close to this place, lest they attract the attention of Shimura Danzo and get into trouble for no reason.

But tonight, Konoha's White Fang, having received orders from Hiruzen Sarutobi, led the Anbu ninjas to tear away this veil of mystery.

The so-called "roots" are nothing more than a branch of the "dark forces."

However, under Danzo Shimura's indulgence, Root used the power of the group to abuse individuals, establishing his personal prestige through this essentially bullying behavior...

With Sakumo Hatake leading the Anbu, the Root ninjas who were still resisting were unable to stop their advance.

Thus, the secret at the root was completely exposed.

The door to a laboratory opened, and Orochimaru slowly stepped out. He squinted at Sakumo Hatake, who was brandishing his white fangs, frowned, and pondered:

"Did Shimura Danzo unintentionally anger the old man? How could he be so disrespectful, suddenly sending Hatake Sakumo to lead an attack on Root? That's quite a force..."

"This is troublesome. I'm not sure how to handle this guy either..."

Sakumo Hatake stood in front, expressionless.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's orders to him were clear: ignore Orochimaru if you encounter him.

Orochimaru crossed his arms and surveyed the ANBU ninjas who had thoroughly searched Root, saying slowly, "Gentlemen, this is my laboratory, and there is nothing wrong with it."

"Sakumo, what are you looking for? Perhaps you can ask me..."

"Orochimaru, I have received orders from the Third Hokage to thoroughly investigate Root. Please step aside."

As Hiruzen Sarutobi's favorite disciple, Orochimaru's influence still held sway with most Konoha ninja.

But with Sakumo Hatake, he was no different from an ordinary person.

Orochimaru, with a dangerous glint in his eyes, stuck out his tongue and licked the corner of his mouth.

In the laboratory behind him, there is not only a complete set of experimental data on interstitial cells, but also the only successfully degraded specimen to date—

The "armor" at the root refers to Yamato, the first Wood Release ninja created by Konoha.

Because of the appearance of Aokiji, Danzo Shimura concluded that he would obtain a better Sharingan. Therefore, he did not hide Yamato from Orochimaru, but instead used him as material to research a stronger Wood Release.

“Sakumo, I am the Third Hokage’s apprentice.”

"I only follow the Hokage's orders."

Sakumo Hatake and Orochimaru faced off, with Sakumo Hatake showing Orochimaru absolutely no respect.

In his view, what's so special about the Hokage's disciple?

He's already thoroughly investigated the Root organization, and even offended Shimura Danzo, so why would he be afraid of Orochimaru, who has suffered a defeat before?

Orochimaru's expression turned sour, and his pupils bulged like snakes.

No, you could at least say a couple of polite words.

If you tell me to move aside, and I just move aside, wouldn't that make me, Orochimaru, lose face?

"In that case, I, Orochimaru, will remember this matter."

Although he was somewhat resentful, Orochimaru still willingly stepped aside. What else could he do?

Sakumo Hatake led a large group of Anbu members, still acting on the Hokage's orders to search...

Orochimaru stared at the swarming Anbu and shook his head.

Even though he lost the Wood Release ninja "Armor" and Hashirama cells, which seemed like valuable research materials, Orochimaru was not heartbroken.

In recent research, Orochimaru discovered that while Wood Release is indeed a very powerful bloodline limit, it is not significantly stronger than other bloodline limits in the ninja world.

Its most distinctive feature is its special attack effect against tailed beasts.

However, in Konoha today, the Uzumaki clan still possesses the Adamantine Sealing Technique, which is no less effective than Wood Release against Tailed Beasts.

However, when it comes to fighting against ninjas, Wood Release doesn't offer much of an advantage.

Konoha has always wanted to recreate Hashirama Senju's power by recreating Wood Release.

But Orochimaru believed:

Hashirama Senju was powerful because of his chakra, physique, Sage Mode, and many other factors. Wood Release was just one aspect of it and not the fundamental determining factor.

Orochimaru squinted, letting the Anbu loot his experimental data and take away "Armor".

Wood Release is no longer what he needs.

“Old man, do you know what I’ve been doing at Root? ... Sakumo Hatake’s attitude is not normal.”

"War is so ruthless, the human body so fragile, and the bond between master and disciple so fragile. If one wishes to transcend the constraints of this world, immortality is still necessary..."

Orochimaru had already sensed that he was drifting further and further away from Hiruzen Sarutobi and Konoha.

For Orochimaru, who sought the path to immortality, this bond gradually came to be seen as a constraint and a burden.

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