Naruto: The Uchiha's Scientific Madman

Orochimaru will betray every boss.

But he would not abandon any of his subordinates.

Therefore.

That's why he was able to gain so many followers, and even after he betrayed the village, many of his old subordinates were still willing to act as his spies in Konoha, revealing information about the village.

They also turned Sasori's spy, Kabuto Yakushi, against him.

He lived up to his loyalty to Orochimaru.

And the choice of red beans.

This caused Orochimaru's initial sincerity towards his subordinates to cool down somewhat.

The next day, early in the morning.

The sky was just beginning to brighten.

Inside the Hokage's office in Konoha Village.

The Third Hokage was already waiting there.

His bloodshot eyes proved that he hadn't rested all night.

Since it concerned his most valued disciple, Orochimaru, the future successor, he had to act with caution.

"Did Orochimaru say anything?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi asked Anko, who had just appeared in the office.

Anko knelt on the ground, gently shook her head, and chose to remain silent in the face of the Third Hokage's question.

Orochimaru-sensei didn't say anything...

There was no response.

A hint of hesitation flashed across Hongdou's face.

Did I do something wrong?

His eyes were red, and tears streamed down his face, wetting his clothes.

Many thoughts flashed through my mind.

teacher……

Why...why would you choose a piece of trash like Uchiha Ao as your closest assistant...?

I've followed you for so many years, yet I've never been able to gain your trust!

Qing, in what way can you compare to me?!

Just because he's a member of the Uchiha clan!?

Teacher... why didn't you listen to my advice and give up those dangerous studies?

Are you really planning to continue down this path of no return?

Research into forbidden techniques has always been a prohibited activity in the village.

Moreover, it involves human experimentation, which is a taboo subject.

At first, Red Bean was unaware of these limitations.

It was only after the Third Hokage explained things to her that she understood that everything her teacher did was forbidden in the village.

It violated worldly ethics and morality.

Ultimately, they will not be accepted by the village.

At this moment, the words that Uchiha Ao had once said to her came to mind.

"What a teacher needs is not a puppet, but an assistant with their own thoughts and judgments..."

That newcomer dared to mock her for lacking judgment!?

impossible!

Red Bean screamed wildly in her heart.

She has her own judgment!

This is the judgment she has now made: abandon those forbidden researches, practice the Will of Fire, help her teacher retain his original reputation, and prepare for the election of the next Hokage.

The Third Hokage is getting old.

The teacher can become the next Hokage without doing anything.

There will be no surprises.

Just as the Third Hokage said.

The teacher chose a path of no return; those experiments that violated human ethics and taboos were a mistake in themselves!

She believed that what the Third Hokage said was correct.

He believed that his choice was the best way to help Orochimaru.

Anko internally denied that her actions constituted betrayal, instead viewing them as a form of redemption for Orochimaru-sensei.

All of these choices and judgments were made so that teachers could get on the right track.

She didn't expect it.

Orochimaru rejected her kindness outright, betraying her good intentions.

It ruined the good situation she had painstakingly built.

Despite the fact that the experiment had been a great success, and that they had developed the Cursed Seal, a forbidden technique that could allow a Chunin to be promoted to a Jonin in a short period of time.

That would drive any one of the five great ninja villages crazy.

Jonin are the core and top-tier combat force of every ninja village.

The shadows of every village are taken very seriously.

The Third Hokage was no exception.

All we need to do is hand over these research findings.

Even disregarding the teacher-student relationship, the Third Hokage would definitely protect his teacher given this significant research achievement.

But now everything is destroyed.

Anko was filled with despair and had no desire to continue answering the Third Hokage's questions.

Just as the two were at an impasse.

Danzo handed a letter of complaint to the Hokage's desk.

This report, initiated by a high-ranking Konoha official whom even the Third Hokage was somewhat wary of, had to be taken seriously even by the Third Hokage.

And it happened right in front of Hongdou...

I handed him the letter of complaint.

The attack caught Hiruzen Sarutobi somewhat off guard.

Hiruzen Sarutobi glanced at the letter of complaint, silently lit his pipe, put it in his mouth, took a puff, but there was no smoke.

He picked up his pipe, tapped it lightly on the table, shook out a small pile of ash, then put more tobacco back in and lit it.

Do you know anything about what's been going on with Hongdou lately?

After taking a drag of his cigarette, he picked up a document, tossed it in front of Danzo, and asked a question.

"What happened to her? Did she get involved in Orochimaru's research too? Should she be eliminated as well?"

Danzo picked up the documents, glanced at them, and then his gaze swept over Anko, who was kneeling beside him, revealing a murderous intent. He pretended not to understand and asked a question.

He has successfully fused with the First Hokage's cells, eliminated the side effects of the Sharingan, and restored his strength to its peak.

Orochimaru is no longer of any use. The main purpose of coming to find Hiruzen Sarutobi this time is to eliminate Orochimaru, the only variable.

This ensures that no one will compete with him for the next Hokage position.

"What's recorded here is interesting. A Chunin's chakra level increased to Jonin in less than half a month? Could this involve—research related to the remains of the First Hokage?"

Danzo said these words.

The Third Hokage fell silent, swallowing all the words he had originally intended to say in defense of Orochimaru.

He desecrated the dead, and this was none other than the founder of Konoha Village, the First Hokage...

Once this crime is exposed, not a single villager will forgive Orochimaru.

Danzo's actions clearly indicate that he has no intention of giving Orochimaru a chance to repent.

Hiruzen Sarutobi took down his pipe, opened his mouth, as if to say something.

But seeing Danzo's eager expression, he immediately realized that his old friend was waiting for him to make a mistake!

If I choose to protect Orochimaru, my most valued disciple, it will definitely be exposed to the village.

At that point, he'll probably ruin his reputation in his later years.

For Orochimaru, he sacrificed the reputation he had maintained his entire life...

does it worth?

The Third Hokage hesitated.

Memories of his time with Orochimaru surfaced in his mind.

My heart is filled with reluctance.

I instinctively wanted to press that button.

He looked at Danzo with hope, and his mouth, which was about to plead for him, suddenly stopped.

Hiruzen Sarutobi saw in Danzo's single eye a yearning for the Hokage position, as well as a bottomless dark gloom.

Konoha Village must never be handed over to someone like Danzo to manage.

As partners and rivals who have relied on and fought against each other for decades.

He knew Danzo's character very well.

He could be an excellent ninja, but not an outstanding Hokage.

In the end, Hiruzen Sarutobi convinced himself and made a decision—to give up Orochimaru!

He abandoned the outstanding disciple he had nurtured for decades.

Once a genius ninja who had always considered himself an honor fell into darkness, he showed no tolerance whatsoever, not even for his favorite personal disciple!

I'm sorry... Orochimaru!

My negligence led you down the wrong path.

As a teacher, I cannot shirk my responsibility!

Since it was wrong.

Then honestly accept the consequences, and work hard to correct them. In the future, you will still be an important pillar of the village.

Orochimaru, your teacher has always believed in you... I'm sure you can turn over a new leaf and start anew!

"Anko has confessed to me that she has nothing to do with Orochimaru's research and is also a victim."

"You can't touch her!"

The Third Hokage noticed Danzo's unfriendly gaze towards Anko and warned him.

He understood that Danzo was worried that Anko would reveal information to Orochimaru.

There are secrets hidden in the red bean.

It is of great importance to the village and must not be allowed to be taken over by Danzo.

At the same time, she was Orochimaru's only disciple.

He couldn't protect Orochimaru.

But he was able to protect Hongdou!

"The Anbu will be closely monitoring Orochimaru's movements recently, and I will personally take action if they discover any illegal research he is conducting."

The Third Hokage's eyes gradually hardened, and he put his emotions aside, regaining his composure.

They did not give Danzo any opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

The current Konoha Village cannot withstand any more turmoil.

The only option is to suppress Orochimaru's actions, sacrifice him, and minimize the turmoil.

He quickly drove Danzo away.

Then his gaze fell on Hongdou, who was bowing her head and remaining silent.

"Orochimaru, where are you now?"

Anko hesitated for a moment, but under the Third Hokage's watchful gaze, she finally revealed Orochimaru's most secluded hiding place to him.

"Hokage-sama... could you spare my teacher's life?"

Hongdou said with tears in her eyes.

The Third Hokage glanced at Danzo, who was still waiting quietly outside the door, but did not answer.

He slowly stood up, walked to the window, and looked down at most of Konoha Village through the glass.

He took a deep drag on his pipe, the thick smoke filling his throat.

Finally, he nodded slightly.

That can be considered as making a promise.

He exhaled a heavy puff of blue smoke, as if trying to release all the frustration in his chest.

Seeing this, Hongdou's face showed a hint of joy.

As long as Lord Orochimaru is still alive, that's enough.

Everything she did was worth it.

"Kakashi... Let's move!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi put down his pipe, ripped off his divine robe, revealing a black combat outfit.

Whoosh!

Kakashi Hatake, who was guarding outside the window, vanished instantly.

Several elite teams of secret agents also left with him.

They will first seal off the key locations of Orochimaru's base, awaiting the arrival of the Third Hokage.

"Danzo, I'm entrusting the village to you. I will personally capture Orochimaru and bring him back to face the consequences!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi turned his head and looked at Danzo, who had been waiting at the office door. Then, in a flash, he disappeared.

Hongdou instinctively wanted to follow.

But Danzo stopped them at the door.

"The Third Hokage spared your life, so you'd better stay here obediently. Once you step out of this room... his promise will be null and void."

Danzo said coldly.

If it weren't for the Third Hokage's influence...

He has now captured Hongdou and thrown her into the prison at the root.

At this moment, Hongdou was stunned.

She never expected things to develop to this point, and suddenly a face flashed into her mind.

green……

If you encountered such a situation, what would you do?

She thought to herself.

"Faced with the Hokage and the entire elite Anbu, you'd probably choose to abandon your teacher and run away far away, wouldn't you?"

Red Bean silently murmured to herself.

She involuntarily took a few steps back and hid in the Hokage's office, avoiding Danzo's cold and fierce gaze.

This is not fear.

It is the best choice!