The Devil of Konoha: Starting as a Medical Ninja

Moreover, Hashirama Senju is a taboo subject in Konoha. Putting aside his status as the First Hokage, Konoha had also conducted experiments on Hashirama's cells, but those ninjas all died tragically. Hongzhi felt that some of the trees on the back mountain of Konoha probably came from this.

In the Hokage's office, Tsunade was just getting ready to start her day's work when the office door was suddenly pushed open.

This surprised Tsunade. In fact, the door to the Hokage's office was a very respectable place, and most people wouldn't just push it open and walk in.

Either something urgent has happened, or the visitor is someone special, which is why this happens. Of course, another possibility is that the visitor is impolite.

Tsunade had no idea which reason Hiroji had come this time, until she finished reading the documents Hiroji brought and Tsunade couldn't hold back anymore.

She had Kakashi take those two items for testing. She originally thought it would only be able to determine whether Obito Uchiha had completely died and whether the owner of the severed arm had any connection with Konoha.

However, the test results shocked Tsunade. It was one thing for Obito Uchiha to investigate, since he must have discovered something to do so, but wasn't the severed arm a bit too much?

Such a high degree of compatibility, isn't it just interstitial cells after cultivation?

Although she didn't participate in the experiment when Konoha was conducting it, she was still aware of it. But wasn't this thing supposed to be sealed away after it failed?

How could they possibly appear in that wild base? Even if Danzo had some, it's impossible for them to be there!

Judging from the environment there, it has nothing to do with Orochimaru, and Danzo didn't have time to build a base there at that time.

So who exactly is the person who studies interstitial cells?

After discovering Obito Uchiha, did he kill him directly, or was Obito Uchiha the mysterious person?

A series of questions popped into Tsunade's mind. She wasn't particularly bothered by these cells, since it was her grandfather who had given them to her; otherwise, no one else would have been able to get them.

That's how it was while he was alive. After he died, probably no one would go grave robbing for Hashirama cells...

Thinking of this, Tsunade's lips twitched suddenly. It seemed that Danzo's memories included the memory of stealing Hashirama's cells.

"This matter will be kept confidential for now."

After a moment of silence, Tsunade spoke up: Hashirama cells had appeared in a long-abandoned base, and the people researching them might be related to the mysterious person who invaded Konoha.

This is still very serious; putting aside everything else, this incident alone is enough to cause panic in Konoha.

Furthermore, judging from the situation in Kirigakure, the mysterious person possesses Wood Release abilities, which means that the base is very likely the mysterious person's. Although the relationship between Obito Uchiha and that person is unclear, they are definitely connected.

"I'm still very curious about these cells. How about I try restarting the experiment?"

As he was leaving, Hongzhi tentatively asked if he could openly and legitimately access Hashirama's cells. He suggested that he might transplant the cells directly into Naruto Uzumaki and see if the Wood Release technique Naruto used was as terrifying as Hashirama's.

"We'll talk about this later."

Unexpectedly, Tsunade did not refuse immediately. Instead, she looked at Hiroji deeply and then closed her eyes.

This left Hongzhi somewhat speechless. However, it was just a casual suggestion, and it would be best if it could be successful. Although someone without a massive amount of chakra who wanted to use Wood Release would at most be like Yamato.

However, if it were Naruto Uzumaki, the possibility of this being feasible would be much higher.

In that case, we could directly have Sasuke Uchiha and Naruto Uzumaki fight each other. The experimental data from these two should be enough to support the research on the Rinnegan.

As for Naruto not having the Mangekyou Sharingan, the solution is actually quite simple. It's impossible for Konoha to be without a stockpile of Sharingan, especially after the Uchiha clan massacre.

At the very least, if the research on Hashirama cells is successful, then the next step is to replicate the miracle of the Uchiha clan.

I believe no one would refuse a pair of Sharingan eyes without any side effects.

Hongzhi slowly left the Hokage's office and returned home. He let his shadow clone continue to slack off, while he transformed into the appearance of an elder.

Sure enough, not long after, Tsunade sent the Anbu to announce a meeting. After all, this matter had a significant impact. If it only concerned Konoha, then the pace could be slowed down a bit, but this also involved Kirigakure.

Although Hongzhi believed that this was a sure thing that Obito Uchiha was now locked in, Tsunade would certainly not make a definitive conclusion without concrete evidence.

There were still three people in the meeting room, but Tsunade's gaze was much calmer than before.

"These are the test results of the severed arm and bones that you and Kakashi discovered. Let's discuss them after you've reviewed them."

Tsunade spoke calmly, while Hiroji indifferently picked up the two test results. Although he had produced them himself, he still had to put on a show.

Five minutes later, Hongzhi slowly put down the test results and calmly looked at Tsunade opposite him.

"Personally, I think it's pretty much confirmed that the mysterious man is Uchiha Obito..."

Hongzhi's words made Tsunade frown. There were still many doubts. How could they be sure that this was Uchiha Obito?

Chapter 299 I mean if

"There are still many doubts about this matter. Although Obito Uchiha's bones were found in the tunnel, how did he get down there?"

Tsunade spoke calmly. If it were anyone else, she might have slammed her fist on the table in anger, but the guy opposite her was the kind of person who would leave at the slightest disagreement and didn't have much connection with Konoha.

If they do that, Konoha will ultimately suffer the consequences.

"You should know that the Sharingan with three tomoe of the Uchiha clan is not the end."

As Hiroji spoke calmly, Tsunade and Kudo Yuuya nodded silently. Although most people in Konoha didn't know about the Mangekyou Sharingan, it was basic common sense to them.

"Once those eyes, called the Mangekyou Sharingan, are activated, one can gain some special abilities that belong only to the awakened individual."

This ability is basically related to one's own thinking. For example, Uchiha Shisui once wanted to change the situation of his clan and village, so he obtained the ability of genjutsu, which can subtly modify other people's will..."

Hongzhi spoke calmly, and Tsunade did not react. She knew this clearly, after all, such information was in the scrolls that only the Hokage could read and in Danzo's memory information.

Of course, she was referring to Uchiha Shisui's abilities. As for what that elder said, she didn't think it was all true, but she couldn't find any reason to refute it from Uchiha Shisui.

Kudo Yuuya, who was standing to the side, seemed to want to say something, but seeing that Tsunade did not react, she immediately realized that this was something she had never encountered before.

Moreover, judging from the Hokage's reaction, there is definitely no way to refute this matter for the time being. After understanding this, Kudo Yuuya listened calmly, preparing to see if there were any logical loopholes.

"So this idea couldn't have suddenly popped into my head when I activated the Mangekyou Sharingan; there must have been a process involved. So, could it be understood that the unique ability of the Uchiha clan's Mangekyou Sharingan began to develop the moment this idea started..."

Tsunade and Kudo Yuuya exchanged a glance upon hearing this. Although it was mostly analysis, there were no direct problems so far.

"Once you possess this power, what you need to activate it is a stimulus. Of course, you can also think of it as needing a stimulus to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan. Only in this way can the already basically formed ability complete the final step and become a unique ability of the Mangekyou Sharingan..."

"If we follow this understanding, then it's not entirely incomprehensible that Obito Uchiha appeared in the tunnel from under the boulder."

When a person is on the verge of death, their potential is limitless, although we don't know exactly what kind of stimulation is needed to awaken the Mangekyou Sharingan.

Buried alone in the dark earth, could Obito Uchiha have facilitated the formation of that power during that time? And could that power have enabled him to successfully escape his predicament?

Hongzhi spoke casually, but Tsunade and Kudo Yuya's eyes were somewhat off. If it was before, it could be deduced and there was no reason to refute it, but now the problem was much bigger.

This speculation alone is enough to be shocking: the Uchiha clan may have unintentionally used some abilities even before they awakened the Mangekyou Sharingan.

If this is true, then the mysterious man's space-time abilities directly correspond to those of Obito Uchiha, but the question is whether this is a bit far-fetched.

Why couldn't it be that the mysterious person possessed the ability to manipulate space and time, discovered Obito Uchiha, and brought him down directly?

"That's really a bit far-fetched."

Although Tsunade was polite, she wouldn't agree to this statement outright. While she thought the elders on the other side made a lot of sense, she wouldn't directly tell Kirigakure about this matter, which had some obvious flaws.

"It is indeed a bit far-fetched, but it may not be impossible. Moreover, this is only part of my speculation, or rather, the most acceptable part."

As Hiroji spoke casually, Tsunade and Kudo Yuya's expressions changed. If this was only the easiest part to accept, what would the rest be like?

"Appreciate further details."

Tsunade calmly began, explaining that discussion itself is a process of divergent thinking, and by collecting evidence and gradually eliminating incorrect options, one can arrive at the accurate answer.

Having no clue about this, she naturally wanted to see just how outrageous this speculation was.

"First of all, the owner of the base. Judging from the timeline, whether it was a Konoha ninja or a rogue ninja who obtained Hashirama's cells through legitimate means, they didn't have the time to oversee the construction of the base at that time and lie dormant."

Moreover, the village was under the highest level of security during the war, which basically ruled out the possibility of grave robbing. So, the only ninja I could think of who had the opportunity and ability to oversee the construction of the base without being discovered was…”

As Hiroji spoke, he slowly raised his head. Tsunade and Kudo Yuya, who noticed this, both felt their breathing become somewhat heavy.

"That's Uchiha Madara, a terrifying ninja who should have died but survived in secret."

"This is impossible!"

Tsunade stood up abruptly. Madara Uchiha was killed by her grandfather, and even his body was disposed of by her second grandfather. How could he still be alive and have built such a base?

“It’s not impossible. Although I’ve never met the Second Hokage, I’ve studied a lot of the forbidden techniques he left behind. Do you think he would just dispose of Madara Uchiha’s body directly instead of hiding it in a secret corner to study it?”

Hongzhi remained calm. Tsunade, who had been about to retort, suddenly took a step back and sat down in her chair.

She really wanted to say that she would definitely handle it, but when she thought about what kind of person her second grandfather was, Tsunade felt that this might actually happen.

"If... I mean if, Madara Uchiha's goal in challenging the First Hokage wasn't to defeat him from the start, but rather to have another objective."

Could it be that he anticipated the Second Hokage wouldn't dispose of his body, and thus, before the battle began, inscribed the Uchiha clan's forbidden technique—Izanagi—on one of his eyes, thereby altering the fact that he was killed by the First Hokage and completing a deception?

After Hongzhi finished speaking, he looked at Kudo Yuya, who was standing to the side. At this moment, there was no possibility of communication with Tsunade. This matter had a great impact on her.

She was well aware of just how strong Madara Uchiha was; even the combined forces of the current Konoha village might not be able to defeat him, with only a Flying Thunder God technique as a possible surprise attack.

Although it's just speculation, it's enough to send chills down your spine.

Chapter 300 Uchiha Undead

"If Madara Uchiha's goal wasn't to destroy Konoha from the beginning, then what could he have obtained in battle? The only thing I can think of is the Hashirama cells we've found in the base..."

Hongzhi's voice slowly drifted over, and Tsunade, who was already somewhat horrified, slowly raised her head, recalling a long-ago memory.

"During the battle, Madara Uchiha could have easily bitten off the most perfect Hashirama cell and swallowed it. When both sides were nearly exhausted of chakra, even the First Hokage wouldn't have wondered why Madara Uchiha would do such a thing..."

As Hongzhi spoke, the scene from Tsunade's memory gradually became reality. At that time, her grandfather touched the obvious scar on her body and spoke nostalgically:

"That guy was really desperate back then, he actually resorted to such childish tactics..."

Based on Hongzhi's words, Tsunade's expression was no longer solemn. Although what he said before made a lot of sense, it was ultimately just a guess without evidence. But now Tsunade had to take this guess seriously, because it was very likely to be true.

"Isn't this a bit too absurd?!"

Kudo Yuuya listened carefully. Although it made a lot of sense, it was still a bit too exaggerated. What made Uchiha Madara dare to bet that the Second Hokage wouldn't dispose of his body?

"Go on."

Just as Hongzhi was about to explain, Tsunade's somewhat indifferent voice came. This made Hijikata Yuuya feel surprised, but it also made Hongzhi realize that Tsunade must have seen the wound on Senju Hashirama's body where he was bitten by Uchiha Madara.

"After Madara Uchiha successfully deceived everyone, he would definitely research and transplant Hashirama's cells. Although we don't know what his motives are, if he didn't want to transplant them, there would be no need for him to take such a risky move."

"After the transplant, Madara Uchiha went into hiding. Although the exact time of the base's construction is uncertain, it should have been around that time. He even had enough time to build the tunnels, which was not a problem for Madara Uchiha at all."

"I have no way of knowing whether Madara Uchiha's goal was successful or not. Transplanting Hashirama's cells might have been to gain stronger vitality, or it could have been Wood Release, or even something else."

However, one thing is certain: as time goes by, even Madara Uchiha will grow old. If his plans are not completed, then a successor will definitely need to be appointed. If Obito Uchiha happens to appear in his tunnel at that time due to his special circumstances, then Madara Uchiha will likely not let this opportunity pass.

As Hiroji was speaking, Kudo Yuya tried to interrupt him several times, but Tsunade stopped him with a look each time.