Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Konoha, a house of moderate size.

This is the home of Hiruko, a Jonin of Konoha, just like his own life—neither here nor there.

He was a classmate of Tsunade, Jiraiya, and Orochimaru, and the four of them grew up together. However, as their life paths diverged, Hiruko and the others gradually drifted apart.

It wasn't that the three legendary Sannin looked down on him, but Hiruko felt he couldn't see the other's back, and even if they were forced together, they weren't on the same level...

Why make yourself disliked?

Sometimes he would think to himself that he was a Jonin, one of the best talents in the village, and should be satisfied.

But when I think of the achievements, fame, and the respectful looks my friends from the same period have received in the village…

He couldn't calm down.

He could only devote himself to developing ninjutsu, immersing himself in the ocean of scientific research to numb himself.

Therefore, Hiruko maintained some communication with Orochimaru.

A knock came at the door.

Hiruko frowned, closed his research notes, and put them away.

He was recently researching cell fusion and had finally come up with some brilliant ideas during his vacation, but this unexpected visitor interrupted him.

Ugh!

Hiruko opened the door and saw Orochimaru with a smile on his face. He awkwardly twitched the corner of his mouth.

"What, you busy man, you finally have time to come see me?"

Although Hiruko comforted himself by focusing on scientific research and being content with what he had, he actually paid close attention to the village's developments and analyzed the affairs of various influential figures.

To exaggerate a bit, it's like they're researching trending topics and the Three Ninjas 24/7.

Therefore, he was certainly aware of the rumors surrounding the "Konoha Committee".

In Hiruko's view, Orochimaru was bound to be selected, and might even rise to a higher level in the future...

Is this trip just to show off?

"It's not me looking for you, it's the Hokage looking for you."

Orochimaru took in Hiruko's expression and chuckled to himself.

His old friend's awkward personality is really unlikable...

If they weren't both research talents and hadn't grown up together, Orochimaru wouldn't have bothered to lend him a hand...

"I was talking to my teacher about the current scientific research talents in Konoha, and we discussed your ideas. He said they were very interesting."

"Perhaps the reason I'm looking for you is related to the 'Konoha Committee'?"

Orochimaru waved his hand: "I've delivered the message. You can handle it yourself..."

Beiliuhu's heart trembled.

Is the recent buzz in the village's Jonin circle about selecting elites officially called the "Konoha Committee"?

Orochimaru actually knew all along!

Beiliuhu felt a pang of sadness, but suddenly his pupils trembled.

Wait!

I was so busy thinking about Orochimaru...

Does this mean he also has a chance to become a member of the "Konoha Committee"?

Seeing Orochimaru's somewhat amused gaze, Hiruko suppressed her turbulent thoughts and put on what she thought was a calm and collected expression: "I understand."

After closing the door, Hiruko listened to Orochimaru's footsteps receding into the distance. He quickly changed into his cleanest and tidiest Jonin uniform, washed his face, and tidied himself up in front of the mirror.

"Could this be my chance?"

Hiruko suddenly felt a little timid. Could that Hokage understand scientific research?

Although the third generation has recently made some bold reforms, giving people a refreshing feeling...

But as the village head, with so many affairs to handle, does he really have the energy to learn about scientific research? Especially since his research achievements are in the niche field of bioengineering…

Perhaps he just got into a good chat with Orochimaru and asked him to come over and learn a little more about him?

Hiruko kept lowering her expectations, but the moment she pushed open the door, she felt even more uneasy.

At that moment, Orochimaru, hiding at the street corner, looked at Hiruko, who was wearing a new uniform and had a stiff expression, and laughed with a wicked sense of amusement.

"Pretending to be nonchalant, but actually on high alert? Interesting..."

"I wonder if he can get past the teacher," Orochimaru pondered.

If Hiruko becomes a "Konoha Committee Member," his strength in scientific research will naturally place him on his side, giving him another ally.

In other words, it also gives your childhood friend a helping hand, so why not?

"I seem to have changed a bit too?" Orochimaru shook his head and chuckled, but didn't seem to care much.

For him, who believes that "change is a good thing," he is certainly part of that change.

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Konoha, Hokage Building.

Hiruzen Sarutobi held Tobirama Senju's research notes in his hands, reading them with great interest.

Ever since I learned exactly what was inside that mysterious black jar in the secret chamber…

These few research notes seem to be full of stories, inspiring endless imagination.

Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't help but sigh, no wonder some people love listening to unofficial histories and shipping bizarrely named enemy factions...

Although unofficial historical accounts are quite eccentric, they are indeed very interesting!

In particular, this research notebook itself contains a wealth of useful knowledge and involves many research ideas.

As the Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi did not expect himself to become a scientific research expert in a short period of time. This was not something that could be achieved simply by reading Tobirama Senju's research notes; it required a great deal of practical experience and accumulation of knowledge.

However, it is essential to understand some general knowledge, basic logic, and operational frameworks!

If you know nothing, you might end up like Danzo Shimura, completely misled by your subordinates when it comes to funding...

Some projects haven't even started, yet they claim they're underway and demand funding.

Even though the relationship between Hiruzen Sarutobi and Orochimaru can be described as familial, it is not an excuse for relaxation.

The Hokage's laxity is tantamount to unlocking the inner demons that lead others to make mistakes.

After a cautious knock, Hiruko, having received permission, took a deep breath behind the door and slowly walked in: "Hokage-sama!"

"Hirudhi has arrived? Please sit."

Hiruzen Sarutobi casually closed the notebook in his hand: "I heard from Orochimaru that you have some research on cells?"

Hot tea is being poured from the pot into the cup in front of me.

Hiruko quickly stood up: "I'll do it, I'll do it... Thank you, Third Hokage!"

Holding the hot teacup, the warmth in his hands couldn't match the feeling in his heart.

What do you mean by this?

I'm just an unknown Jonin, yet the Third Hokage actually poured tea for me!

Seeing Hiruzen's reaction, Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled inwardly.

Orochimaru talked to him about this person's personality, which can be summarized as "a desire for recognition".

He's clearly a talented ninja, but he's trapped by the shadow of his contemporaries, setting his self-worth at an excessively high level...

His problem is best solved by the "Konoha Committee" system.

But it may be suitable, but that's all that matters.

Hiruko still needed to produce something of substance, otherwise Hiruzen Sarutobi would never have put such a good-for-nothing on the list of "committee members" just because Orochimaru recommended him.

"I'm researching cell fusion, and I have this general idea..." Hiruko carefully explained his thoughts, trying to use concise language so that the Hokage could understand.

This is not to underestimate it, but rather it truly shows that different industries are like different worlds.

But Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes lit up.

Perhaps.

This will greatly help in perfecting the private collection of large-scale Naruto figures that someone wishes to keep anonymous!

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Explanation of settings:

Let me tell you about Hiruko. She's not an original character; she's from a movie. The technique she developed is called "Oni-Garara no Jutsu," and her ability is bloodline fusion.

The original timeline for his defection was around the time he discovered Kakashi was able to transplant Obito's Sharingan during the Third Shinobi World War.

The protagonist is currently in a time that is still a long way off from that time.

Therefore, the current setting is based on Hiruko, and only he can develop the foundation for this technique later.

This is what is known as cell fusion!