My older sister is Kushina

In a somewhat dark room at the Root organization's base in Konohagakure.

Orochimaru was sitting in a wide-span chair. He looked rather unwell, with white bandages wrapped around his body, including nearly half of his head.

He was seriously injured in the battle with Uzumaki Hanamichi.

However, what he regretted most was that secret base.

Knowing he couldn't defeat Uzumaki Hanamichi, Orochimaru acted decisively, activating the pre-installed destruction system at the base. This system had been in place since the base's initial construction and could be used to destroy the experimental base if it was exposed.

He spent a lot of time and effort to complete that secret experimental base, and it contained a large number of experimental subjects. Its destruction would have a significant impact on his experiments.

Before leaving, he only took some important experimental data with him.

"hateful!"

Thinking about what happened last night, Orochimaru frowned. Destroying the experimental base was a last resort for him, as it contained a lot of secret information. If he didn't destroy it, it would have a very negative impact on him.

Suddenly, the sound of footsteps approached.

From far to near.

Soon, a middle-aged man with a somewhat weathered face walked into the room.

Orochimaru looked up at the newcomer, but he wasn't surprised.

The person who arrived was none other than the leader of the Root Organization—Shimura Danzo.

Danzo Shimura sat down not far from Orochimaru and looked at him: "I've heard some general reports about what happened last night. I didn't expect that person to force you to destroy the experimental base."

That experimental base was built with the help of people he arranged for Orochimaru, and the guards at the experimental base were all members of the Root organization.

After the secret experimental base was destroyed, he quickly learned about the situation from his subordinates.

Upon hearing the report, Danzo Shimura was quite surprised. He hadn't expected that the man had single-handedly killed several Root members, severely injured Orochimaru, and even forced Orochimaru to destroy his experimental base. He knew Orochimaru's strength very well; there were very few ninjas in the village who could defeat him.

Shimura Danzo quickly spoke up, "Are you aware of that person's identity?"

Orochimaru shook his head and said in a hoarse voice, "He was wearing a mask, and I never saw his face clearly from beginning to end. But one thing is certain: he possesses the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan."

Danzo Shimura frowned: "The Uchiha clan!"

Orochimaru said, "He has awakened the three-tomoe Sharingan. As for whether he has awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan, I don't know. However, based on his strength, I guess he may have already awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan."

Danzo Shimura asked, "The number of people in the Uchiha clan who have awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan is extremely limited. Is it one of them?"

Orochimaru: "That's hard to say. Based on the battle situation at the time, he was also proficient in Wind Release, Water Release, Lightning Release, Fire Release, and even Earth Release."

Danzo Shimura said, "In that case, you are proficient in all five elemental esoteric arts."

Orochimaru: "Hmm."

Danzo Shimura said, "That person is very troublesome. We must find out his identity as soon as possible. The Uchiha clan is a major hidden danger in the village. The previous Nine-Tails incident was very likely related to the Uchiha clan. After all, only the Sharingan of the Uchiha clan can control the Nine-Tails."

Orochimaru: "The Uchiha clan may be even more powerful than I imagined."

A cold glint flashed in Shimura Danzo's eyes: "No matter what, we will need to deal with this threat from the Uchiha clan sooner or later. By the way, according to the latest information I have, Namikaze Minato led his men to the destroyed experimental base early this morning. He must have received the news last night."

Orochimaru said, "So that person is very likely a member of the Fourth Hokage's faction?"

Danzo Shimura: "It's uncertain, but the Uchiha clan may have reached some kind of agreement with the Fourth Hokage. Uchiha Shisui has already joined the Anbu First Squad."

Orochimaru: "It seems the Fourth Hokage is still quite cunning. He probably knows me now."

Orochimaru revealed a hint of worry in his words. The secret experimental base involved many taboos of Konoha. Once it was made public, he would probably have no place to stand in Konoha.

Danzo Shimura glanced at Orochimaru: "You don't need to worry too much. That secret experimental base has been destroyed, so it shouldn't be able to implicate you. As for the person you fought, his testimony alone probably won't be enough to threaten you. After all, it's just one person's opinion. Convicting you would definitely alarm the higher-ups in Konoha. With me here, without concrete evidence, it's almost impossible to touch you."

Orochimaru stuck out his long tongue and licked his lips: "Then thank you very much, Lord Danzo!"

Danzo Shimura said, "You're welcome. We are partners in this collaboration. Although that secret experimental base was destroyed, there are still two experimental bases. I hope you can produce results in your experiments."

Orochimaru: "Don't worry, my experiment will be successful. However, the destruction of that secret base has had a significant impact on the progress of the experiment."

Danzo Shimura: "I know that the matter of the secret experimental base has probably aroused the high vigilance of the Third and Fourth Hokage. They are also conducting a secret investigation. We need to restrain ourselves a bit. Once there is concrete evidence, I will have difficulty suppressing the Konoha higher-ups, and even I myself will be in danger."

Orochimaru: "This is a problem. A shortage of test subjects will significantly impact the experiments."

Danzo Shimura: "I will try my best to find a solution, and recently we've also received some good news."

Orochimaru asked curiously, "Good news?"

Danzo Shimura didn't hide anything: "According to the latest news, the two major ninja villages, Kumogakure and Kirigakure, have sent delegations to each other."

Orochimaru's pupils twitched slightly: "Their request for a mission at this time is probably because of the Nine-Tails incident; they want to probe the strength of our Konoha."

Danzo Shimura said, "Yes, the Konoha leadership had a discussion today and decided to grant the request of the two great ninja villages. After all, refusing would be a way of confirming that there are problems in Konoha."

Orochimaru: "If we accept, aren't you afraid they'll find out something's wrong?"

Danzo Shimura: "The village is trying its best to resolve this issue. Before that, it is certain that the village will temporarily put aside its internal conflicts. To some extent, the Konoha leadership does not want any turmoil or disharmony to occur in the village. Therefore, even if your identity is exposed, the village leadership will try their best to cover it up."

Orochimaru nodded: "I see. That is indeed a good opportunity."

Danzo Shimura said, "But you'd better keep a low profile for a while."

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