I, Uchiha: Split Konoha

Chapter 26 Changes in Zhi Shui's Mindset

[Host: Uchiha Yoru (One Tomoe)]

Chakra Level: Chunin (LV3)

[Chakra Attributes: Fire (LV3), Lightning (LV4)]

[Swordsmanship (Physical Arts): LV4, Medical Ninjutsu LV4]

Gold Coins: 1235

Inside the Konoha camp, Uchiha Yoru looked worried, while Shisui opposite him looked ashamed, as if to say that he wanted to help but couldn't do anything about it.

"Shisui, Orochimaru-sensei's research has reached a critical moment and requires some rare research materials. As you know, the hard currency for communication with the outside world is gold."

Seeing Uchiha Yoru's worried expression, Shisui nodded solemnly upon hearing this and said, "Brother Yoru, don't worry, I'll contact the clan right away. This is the funding for this time."

After saying that, he pushed over a heavy suitcase. Upon seeing the gold in his hand, Uchiha Yoru was not happy at all. Instead, he pretended to be preoccupied and sighed.

Seeing this, Shisui couldn't help but look puzzled. "Brother Yoru, if Lord Orochimaru has a large funding shortfall, I will definitely report to the clan leader and apply for more."

Now he has pocketed more than 10 million yuan in kickbacks, which is at least 50 million yuan in monetary terms, equivalent to one and a half Sarutobi Asuma.

In the original work, Kakuzu's underground bounty was 30 million for Riku and 35 million for Asuma Sarutobi. Some people say that this is the price of an elite Jonin, but everyone has forgotten their identities.

An ordinary ninja has one price, but if, aside from his strength, he also has the added bonus of status, then his value will increase many times over.

Jiraiya and Sarutobi Asuma were both members of the "Twelve Guardian Ninjas" of the Land of Fire, a position akin to the head of a president's bodyguards. Jiraiya later became the head priest of the Fire Temple, while Sarutobi Asuma's status as the son of the Third Hokage speaks volumes.

He's practically the president's son. You know, the life of the Third Hokage's son is worth 35 million, how can other elite Jonin compare?

Moreover, a bounty order is like the situation in the previous life. Some people need to assassinate people of extremely high status. Regardless of the purpose, at the very least, after this one shot, not to mention living a life of luxury, at the very least, this one shot will be enough to keep you busy for three years.

Therefore, Sarutobi Asuma's bounty of 35 million is definitely a huge sum of money.

The Uchiha clan has already provided Orochimaru with over 100 million yen in financial support, which is quite substantial. It's just that he pocketed half of it as a kickback.

"Oh, Shisui!"

At this moment, Uchiha Yoru showed a hesitant expression, which immediately made Shisui look puzzled and worried. He couldn't help but say in a deep voice, "Brother Yoru, have you encountered any difficulties? The clan has ordered that in the event of any incident, the Uchiha elites at the front line should prioritize carrying out your mission, Brother Yoru."

It has to be said that the Uchiha clan went to great lengths to win over Orochimaru, the future Fifth Hokage. In the original story, they had no clear direction, but this time, under the leadership of Uchiha Yoru, they had a clear direction. Orochimaru is short of money? Fine, I'll throw money at him, just to gain his trust, the trust of a future Hokage.

Seeing Shisui's solemn expression, Uchiha Yoru hesitated for a moment before sighing, "Shisui, Orochimaru-sensei has shed countless lives for the village and painstakingly developed Wood Release ninjutsu. But now, judging from what Orochimaru-sensei is saying, it seems Danzo is using this to threaten him."

"What!" Shisui was shocked upon hearing this, then suppressed his astonishment and asked in a deep voice, "What's going on?"

It has to be said that in Shisui's mind, the Third Hokage, Danzo, and the other high-ranking officials were all disciples of the Second Hokage, especially Danzo, who was the Hokage's right-hand man. So why did he suddenly threaten Orochimaru?

It's important to know that Lord Orochimaru is not only the future Fifth Hokage, but also a disciple of the Third Hokage.

Seeing Shisui's shock, Uchiha Yoru shook his head and sighed, "I don't know about these things. It seems that Danzo didn't want Orochimaru to become Hokage because he was angry."

"What about the Third Hokage? Doesn't the Hokage know about Lord Danzo?!"

When he suddenly said this, Uchiha Shisui was stunned. He didn't say the rest, but looking at Uchiha Yoru's bitter smile, he seemed to understand something.

How could the Third Hokage not know? After all, he was the Hokage. But why didn't he stop him, or even seem unwilling to let Orochimaru become the Hokage?

All these questions were buried deep in Uchiha Shisui's heart, his mind only buzzing, as if in his image, he saw Orochimaru as someone who was completely in the position of Hokage, naturally filled with respect and blind trust.

But suddenly he seemed to realize that the brilliance of Danzo and the soon-to-be-retired Third Hokage had dimmed a little.

This is the effect of preconceived notions. Orochimaru, with the aura of the Hokage, inspired trust and respect in Shisui. Conversely, the aura of the soon-to-be-retired Hokage was naturally weaker.

The contrast between the two only added to his confusion. Why was it that even the Third Hokage was turning a blind eye? After all, Orochimaru was the Hokage's disciple.

"Shisui, Danzo can only delay Orochimaru's succession as Hokage for a short time. Moreover, Orochimaru has already begun to fully develop Wood Release experiments for the village again. Once another Wood Release ninja appears, with this great achievement, no one will be able to stop Orochimaru from becoming the Fifth Hokage."

Uchiha Yoru spoke with a firm expression. He didn't say anything bad about the Third Hokage, nor did he say how despicable Danzo was. He only said that Orochimaru-sensei was ready to become the Fifth Hokage with the merit of Wood Release ninja.

After all, no one would have thought that Orochimaru, a ninja with the identity of Orochimaru, would defect. One of the Legendary Sannin, a disciple of the Third Hokage, a strong contender for the Fourth Hokage, and the future Fifth Hokage, with all these halos, not to mention Shisui, even the Kage of other countries at this time did not believe it.

If you tell them now that Orochimaru, one of the Legendary Sannin of Konoha, is going to defect, they'll absolutely laugh it off.

"Brother Ye, don't worry. This time, I will personally report the importance of the matter to the clan leader and will definitely help Lord Orochimaru succeed!"

At this moment, Shisui could accept human experimentation. After all, the Second Hokage had done it, and the Third Hokage had done it during his reign. It was all for the sake of the village. Orochimaru was also doing it under orders, so it was naturally for the sake of the village. After all, look, it was successful.

Seeing Shisui's assurance, Uchiha Yoru also showed a determined expression and nodded solemnly, saying, "Shisui, I'm begging you. Danzo has almost completely cut off the funding for our teacher's research. This is our only chance. Regardless of whether this experiment succeeds or not, as long as Orochimaru becomes the Fifth Hokage, the Uchiha will regain the Hokage's trust and will definitely return to the center of power in Konoha."

These firm words, filled with longing for the future, immediately ignited Shisui's fighting spirit. He said in a deep voice, "Brother Ye, don't worry. The Uchiha clan may lack other things, but they certainly don't lack money."

Good heavens, that's incredibly extravagant! No wonder they're the number one powerhouse in Konoha. Uchiha Yoru, who had been feeling a little guilty, immediately thought to himself that he still had to work harder after hearing this.

Look, they themselves said they're the wealthiest family in Konoha, they lack everything except money. You're saying he's been working hard to save the Uchiha clan, so what's wrong with spending some of his own family's money? Isn't that normal?

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(End of this chapter)