Naruto: I'm really not an evil scientist!

Minato Namikaze will arrange for him to learn sealing techniques, something Hiruko is really looking forward to.

Nighttime, in Hiruko's mansion.

Beiliu was fast asleep.

Lin sat in front of Hiruko, carefully examining her savior.

Having just experienced the ambiguity between a man and a woman, Nohara Rin was very curious about the development between Hiruko and Nonou.

She is currently in a phase where she has a strong curiosity about the opposite sex.

Hiruko frowned, seemingly sensing something strange.

Suddenly, Hiruko was awakened, but he did not blame the little girl. Instead, he got up and planned to go to the laboratory to conduct research.

"Lord Hiruko, may I...may I go with you?" Nohara Rin asked timidly.

Hiruko hesitated, looking at her, and slowly said, "That's hell down there!"

Nohara Rin nodded firmly: "Yes, Lord Hiruko, I've made up my mind!"

After pondering for a moment, Hiruko led her into a secret laboratory that he didn't value too much.

The two followed the secret passage, stepped onto some dilapidated steps, and slowly descended into the depths of the underground.

Bright lights illuminated the bodies placed on the various tables.

"These are all remains with bloodline limits that I obtained from Danzo," Hiruko explained.

"They've undergone numerous experiments and are essentially worthless now, so they look particularly disgusting and unusual."

Nohara Rin nodded. Although she was mentally prepared, she was still startled and screamed when she saw the hideous face inside the white cloth the moment it was lifted.

This is completely different from a normal autopsy, because these bodies that died accidentally always have an unusually frightening appearance.

The body before them was completely engulfed by fire jutsu, burned beyond recognition.

"ah!"

Nohara Rin cried out in surprise and instinctively backed away, crashing directly into Hiruko's arms.

Hiruko immediately steadied her and asked earnestly, "Rin, are you alright?"

Rin Nohara was caught off guard and bumped into a warm chest.

The touch was so familiar that she was momentarily dazed—Hiruko's embrace was always like this, carrying a reassuring aura, yet subtly revealing a dangerous temperature.

Her cheeks suddenly flushed, and she quickly lowered her head, her hair falling down to conceal the blush that she couldn't hide.

My heart was pounding in my ears, like a bird trapped in a cage, flapping its wings trying to break free.

His body heat seeped through her clothes and into her skin, making her fingertips tingle slightly.

She could even feel the rise and fall of his chest, steady and slow, as if silently measuring her frantic breathing.

"Lin, what are you thinking?" she questioned herself in her mind, but her body was more honest than her thoughts.

Her eyelashes trembled slightly, and her pulse was pounding so fast that she could hear the rapid rhythm herself.

As a medical ninja, she understood the effects of hormones better than anyone, but when the heat spread from her lower abdomen to her limbs, reason seemed so pale.

Hiruko did not immediately release her, but let her stay in his arms for a few more seconds.

His fingertips brushed lightly against her shoulder, as if checking her reaction, or perhaps enjoying her brief moment of disorientation.

He chuckled softly and slowly released her only after she frantically shook her head.

Nohara Rin didn't dare to look up, but she caught his gaze out of the corner of her eye.

Those eyes seemed to possess the patience of a hunter, and the cold chakra emanating from them gave off an eerie feeling.

He simply watched her quietly, as if appreciating every subtle change in her.

She took a deep breath, forced herself to calm down, and focused on the task at hand.

But when she reached out to examine the unusual body, the lingering sensation of his clothing still remained on her fingertips.

"Lin, how have you been lately?" Hiruko's voice came from beside her, deep and gentle, yet carrying an undeniable sense of closeness.

Nohara Rin subconsciously bit her lower lip, then relaxed it as if realizing something.

She tried to keep her voice steady: "Thanks to your guidance, I've made a lot of progress recently..."

As she spoke, she unconsciously moved a little closer to him, as if drawn by some invisible force.

Hiruko lowered his head slightly, his gaze falling on the top of her head, a faint smile playing on his lips.

As the two chatted and laughed, the air seemed to become thick and warm.

Nohara Rin didn't even notice that her fingers were unconsciously stroking the edge of her ninja tool pouch—as if trying to conceal some unspeakable anticipation.

She suddenly became jealous of that woman.

Three days later, Orochimaru, who had been busy for several days, went to the Uchiha clan's territory with Shisui.

"It's Lord Orochimaru. What's he doing here?" someone whispered.

"I heard they've come to visit the clan leader. Could it be that they've taken a liking to Shisui's talent and want to formally accept him as a disciple?"

"Although Orochimaru is not a member of the Uchiha clan, it would be great if he could take Shisui as his student."

The Uchiha clan members were all very surprised to see Orochimaru arrive.

However, Orochimaru was strong enough that the Uchiha clan respected him greatly.

Furthermore, few people are willing to come to the Uchiha clan's territory, especially the higher-ups of Konoha. At most, it's just a place for ANBU ninjas to deliver missions and intelligence. Therefore, the Uchiha clan is very curious about Orochimaru's purpose.

Fugaku Uchiha bowed slightly to Orochimaru at the door, inviting him inside for a detailed discussion.

After Orochimaru entered the house, his gaze fell on a child being led by a young woman.

He stepped forward, patted the child's head, and smiled, "You're a very talented Uchiha."

Fugaku and Mikoto's faces immediately lit up; for parents, their child being praised is always the best thing.

The fact that a child's talent and strength can be recognized by a top ninja like Orochimaru is an unparalleled honor.

In this ninja world, the principle of strength above all else and might makes right remains deeply ingrained.

Therefore, Hiruko is constantly trying to reform the ninja world.

Even Hiruko himself acknowledged this principle of strength above all else; without strength, he could not have realized his dream.

In this ninja world, most people are weak, and it is common for the strong to make a name for themselves for the weak for various reasons.

For example, the title of the First Generation Sannin came from the mouth of Hanzo the Salamander, a true powerhouse in the ninja world.

A powerful figure like Hanzo, regardless of the reason for the title he was given.

The three legendary Sannin wouldn't feel humiliated, because the recognition given by the strong to the weak is the fastest way to gain fame in the ninja world.

The group sat down in the courtyard, and Orochimaru's golden snake eyes swept over the family of three opposite them.

While Orochimaru was sizing up Mikoto Uchiha, he suddenly thought of Hiruko.

"Heh, doesn't that guy really like female ninjas who are famous throughout the ninja world? He doesn't know this one..."