Naruto: I'm really not an evil scientist!

Minato Namikaze genuinely thought Hiruko's idea was wonderful, and secretly thought that if it could really be realized, the ninja world might truly enter a period of peace.

From that moment on, Minato Namikaze kept this idea in mind.

He also thought that if he became Hokage, he would definitely show the wonderful world described in the document.

Upon seeing Hiruko's vision, Minato Namikaze knew that building such a massive system in the ninja world would absolutely consume astronomical sums of money.

Moreover, on the battlefield, Minato Namikaze truly experienced the convenience and power of the various scientific ninja tools and prosthetic technologies invented by Hiruko.

As long as the ninja is alive, they can be fitted with prosthetic devices and return to the battlefield, which increases Konoha's combat power by 30% out of thin air.

Hiruko smiled and nodded, saying, "Of course it's possible."

It must be said that Minato Namikaze truly cherished genuine peace.

If Hiruko's original plan had been followed, the ninja world could indeed have entered a state of true peace, and no country would have lacked resources.

Of course, to maintain peace, we also need a truly powerful figure who can make the final decision, such as a strong person like Hashirama or Madara Uchiha.

Only when they truly possess nuclear weapons will those who have vested interests cease their killing spree.

After all, usually it was just a few lowly ninjas who died, while the major powers and daimyo were completely unaffected, so the ninja wars were never-ending.

Because of his childhood experiences, Hiruko genuinely wanted to be a good person and use science to change this distorted world.

Strengthen global transportation connections and make peace and prosperity the main theme of the ninja world.

Hiruko's initial idea was good.

Unexpectedly, their first step was rejected by countless elders of Konoha.

This world is so twisted. The corruption and incompetence of the older generation caused this plan to fail before it even came to fruition.

Neither Danzo nor Hiruzen Sarutobi possessed even the slightest bit of scientific research ability.

"I was quite young then, and my proposals were dismissed as childish fantasies because they were described as too wonderful," Hiruko said calmly.

At the time, Hiruko also had the idea of ​​developing products and raising funds, but it was during the war and no one paid any attention to Hiruko's proposal.

Later, Hiruko had no choice but to give up, thinking that it wouldn't be too late to bring it up again when he could truly sweep across the ninja world.

"The Third Shinobi World War has ended. Even if there are conflicts between major powers, they are only local frictions between countries. Konoha will also usher in a period of peace."

I feel it's time to bring up my senior's proposal again. I hope he can lead this project and help me create a better world.

Minato Namikaze flashed a bright and clean smile, then extended his right hand; his smile was incredibly infectious.

Although Hiruko had experienced various setbacks in her previous life, she didn't feel much about this smile.

But for the sake of those poor people like himself, he was willing to try to help Minato Namikaze realize his dream.

Nighttime, in Hiruko's mansion.

The night was deep, and moonlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains, casting dappled silver light into Hiruko's room.

A faint scent of herbs filled the air, mixed with a subtle hint of incense, like the beginning of some secret ritual.

Nonou stood at the door, not wearing the cold uniform of the Root, but instead wearing a black nun's habit.

The fabric is soft, yet it unexpectedly hugs the body, outlining a subtle curve.

Her neckline was slightly open, revealing a slender collarbone that gleamed delicately in the dim light.

Her blonde hair fell down, the ends slightly curled, as if it had been gently caressed by the night breeze, or as if she had just gone through a silent struggle.

Hiruko sat on the sofa, his gaze slowly sweeping over her.

His gaze slithered like a snake, from her smooth ankles to her long legs, and then to her waist draped in black fabric—

Despite being dressed in the most devout attire, it now exudes an unusual and sacred allure.

No wonder he's a character straight out of an anime/manga world.

After seeing Nonou in person, Hiruko nodded in satisfaction.

He was very satisfied with the maid that old man Danzo had given him!

"Lord Hiruko." She spoke softly, her voice gentle yet tense, as she knelt on the ground.

He did not respond immediately, but slowly got up.

The leather shoes made a dull thud on the floor.

Until Hiruko stood in front of her, close enough to smell the faint scent of lavender on her.

He raised his long, slender fingers and gently lifted her chin.

Her skin felt slightly cool.

Hiruko forced her to look up and meet his eyes—eyes filled with fear and despair.

But deep within, a stubborn flame burns.

Don't look at me like that.

He chuckled softly, his thumb tracing her lower lip.

Feeling her slight trembling, he said, "I really like your resolute and pure feeling."

"That kid, Kabuto, has great potential! I really like him!"

Nonou's breathing quickened slightly, and her eyelashes trembled, like a butterfly struggling before its wings are broken.

"Dou...that child..." Her voice was almost squeezed out from between her teeth, with a hint of pleading.

Hiruko's smile deepened as he leaned close to her ear, his warm breath brushing against her earlobe: "What? Worried he'll become my test subject?"

A tear silently slid down.

Uno was overwhelmed with indescribable guilt. Her fingertips unconsciously clenched the hem of her clothes, and the fabric crumpled in her palm.

She lowered her head, her long eyelashes casting a shadow under her eyes, as if trying to conceal the turmoil in them.

Finally, she slowly knelt down, her voice so soft it was almost a sigh.

"Lord Hiruko... please spare Kabuto. I'll do any task, no matter what it is."

She didn't want to be a spy anymore, didn't want Dou to be used as a test subject, and even less did she want Dou to bear all of this for her.

That child has sacrificed so much for the orphanage, yet she, the director, has never been able to truly protect them…

Hiruko gazed at her quietly, his eyes lingering on her slightly trembling shoulders for a moment before he suddenly chuckled softly.

"I'm not a bad person."

Before he finished speaking, he had already reached out and grabbed her wrist, with a force that was neither too light nor too heavy, but enough to prevent her from breaking free.

With a little effort, he pulled her up.

Nono stumbled and almost bumped into his arms. The faint herbal scent emanating from him made her hold her breath for a moment.

"Remember this!!!" His thumb gently stroked her chin, forcing her to look up and meet his gaze.