The Devil of Konoha: Starting as a Medical Ninja

Orochimaru shook his head. He had finally met someone who shared his ideals, but having already proven that this path had failed, he didn't want to continue researching this matter.

That would be meaningless, at least in Orochimaru's opinion.

"If that's the case, then it's such a pity. I thought you would support me."

Hongzhi smiled and said, "The fusion of Uchiha Sasuke's and Senju Hashirama's cells is definitely a path to the other side. If Orochimaru isn't interested, there's nothing Hongzhi can do."

However, although they cannot cooperate on experimental matters, Hiroji can still cooperate with Orochimaru in other ways, since Orochimaru undoubtedly has no informants in Konoha.

It should be possible to exchange information about Konoha for some of Orochimaru's ninjutsu or things he has already researched.

After all, Orochimaru sent Kabuto Yakushi here for the sake of that fledgling eagle who had not yet grown up—Uchiha Sasuke, the bald-headed eagle.

Chapter 86 Preparation Round

"I have no intention of seeking further humiliation for an experiment that is destined to fail."

Orochimaru's voice drifted over slowly; he was ready to leave. Now that Kabuto had been found, there was no need for him to stay in Konoha any longer.

"That's a real pity. Perhaps one day I'll have the same thoughts as you."

Seeing that Orochimaru had no intention of continuing the discussion, Hongzhi took out a test tube that was already covered in dust from the side.

“These are that guy’s eyes. If you need help, I can help you put them in.”

The dust was brushed away by Hongzhi, revealing a pair of ordinary eyes in the test tube. These were Yakushi Kabuto's original eyes, which Hongzhi had kept all along.

The original plan was to use the Impure World Reincarnation technique after Kabuto Yakushi was tortured to death, but unfortunately it wasn't used.

"What do you want?!"

Orochimaru stopped and looked at the eyes in Hiroji's hand with some surprise. Although Kabuto's blindness was not a big problem, he had many ways to give Kabuto a completely new pair of eyes.

If all else fails, replacing his eyes with Sharingan would be fine, but since his original eyes have been perfectly preserved, Orochimaru naturally wouldn't stand idly by.

"I want your information about Hashirama cells and the Uchiha Sharingan. Of course, it would be even better if you could provide some blood from ninjas with rare bloodline limits. In return, you can receive information about Uchiha Sasuke every day..."

Hongzhi maintained his smile. Orochimaru had remained calm until he heard the name Uchiha Sasuke, but a hint of coldness appeared in his eyes after hearing that name.

How was Sasuke Uchiha's affair exposed? He had only instructed Kabuto Yakushi to stay in Konoha, not to investigate Sasuke Uchiha in depth.

How could this possibly be exposed?!

How did you find out about this?

Although Orochimaru felt this deal was very profitable, he still wanted to know why this person knew his target was Uchiha Sasuke. Could it be that there was a spy among his own people?

"Is there any better experimental subject in the entire Hidden Leaf Village than Uchiha Sasuke? If you're not here to find Uchiha Sasuke, are you interested in the Hyuga clan's Byakugan?"

Hongzhi would certainly not tell the truth, and even if he did, Orochimaru probably wouldn't believe him and might even attack him directly.

Since that's the case, it can only be speculation. After all, apart from Uchiha Sasuke, there's really nothing in Konoha that Orochimaru would care about. How could Orochimaru possibly know about the Tenseigan?

"We really are the same kind of people. I hope you don't kill that guy, otherwise I won't be able to conduct my research..."

Upon hearing Hongzhi's words, Orochimaru suddenly laughed. Using Uchiha Sasuke as experimental material, this guy really has some ideas.

However, this actually reassured Orochimaru somewhat. If Sasuke Uchiha was just being used as experimental material, he wouldn't have to worry so much.

Given this precious material, no experimenter would want to see that guy die; that would be a huge loss.

"I can't bear to let him die so young!"

Hiroji smiled and nodded, then roughly pressed Yakushi Kabuto, who was standing there, onto the operating table and began the surgery to restore his sight.

A few minutes later, when the light of the Palm Healing Technique disappeared, Kabuto slowly opened his eyes. For some reason, he felt that his vision was a little blurry. After shaking his head several times, he felt that his vision was gradually returning.

After regaining his sight, the first person Kabuto saw was Koji standing to the side. Although Koji still used Danzo's appearance, Kabuto knew exactly who this person was, but every time he was about to say that name, he would feel a sharp pain in his head.

This feeling was not pleasant at all; in fact, it made Kabuto feel extremely disgusted. If he could turn back time, he would definitely make this guy experience what cruelty is!

"Don't look at me like that. I've already transplanted some Hashirama cells into your body. If you don't want to turn into a piece of wood, you've come out on top this time."

When faced with Kabuto's resentful gaze, Hiroji appeared quite nonchalant, or rather, it could be interpreted as pity for Kabuto.

"Perfect fusion with Hashirama cells? Sounds good."

Kabuto remained silent, while Orochimaru's eyes brightened. This man's research on Hashirama cells clearly surpassed his own, even though he had also transplanted many Hashirama cells into his body, the two were not perfectly integrated.

"You can try dissecting him when you get back; you might find something different."

Upon hearing Orochimaru's words, Hongzhi smiled and suggested that although it was Kabuto who made the first move, Kabuto's existence had also brought Hongzhi many benefits. Not to mention anything else, Kabuto made a great contribution to the fusion of Hashirama's stem cells and Sasuke's stem cells.

"Then let's forget about it!"

Orochimaru left the laboratory with those words, but before leaving, he left a white snake behind.

"Humph~"

"You can contact Lord Orochimaru through him!"

Upon seeing this, Kabuto snorted coldly, but in the end he still honestly explained the function of the white snake.

Finally, Kabuto staggered out of the laboratory. Although his body had recovered, his strength had decreased significantly. Whether he could fully recover within the next three months was a question, let alone continue to lie low in Konoha.

Orochimaru left with Kabuto Yakushi, and after confirming through shadow clones that the two had left Konoha, Hiroji began preparing for what to do next.

With the 190 shadow clones that had been training being dispelled, Hongzhi's proficiency in various areas has increased to a new level. It is estimated that he will be able to begin another training phase in a while.

Hongzhi was very interested in all the ninjutsu at the Root base. Putting aside everything else, once White Lightning reached its limit +10, Hongzhi would definitely learn all of these ninjutsu and be able to use them proficiently.

Without resting for long, Hongzhi created another shadow clone and headed straight for the distance.

Night was about to fall, and a game directed by Hiruzen Sarutobi was about to begin. Even Hiroji suspected that Naruto Uzumaki's inability to graduate was all part of Hiruzen Sarutobi's scheme.

However, it's unlikely that Naruto can actually use Shadow Clone Jutsu. So the most probable explanation is that after discovering this and Mizuki's plan, Hiruzen Sarutobi was just putting on an act.

This is the best and most likely explanation in Hongzhi's opinion, but these are not the main points. The main point is that the Multiple Shadow Clone Technique is real.

With this ninjutsu, Hongzhi's speed of cheating can be further increased, which is why Hongzhi is so eager for the game to start.

You should know about Chapter 87, right?

"As long as you learn stronger ninjutsu, I think Iruka-sensei will definitely let you graduate..."

"The Book of Seals contains the strongest ninjutsu of Konoha. As long as you can learn one of them, you will definitely be able to graduate."

Hidden in a large tree in the woods outside the ninja academy, Hiroji listened quietly to Mizuki's words.

Speaking of which, Mizuki wanted to steal the Book of Seals to join Orochimaru, but unfortunately Orochimaru just left Konoha. I wonder if Mizuki will be sad about that.

However, this is definitely not something that Hongzhi should be concerned about right now, as Mizuki below is still trying to seduce Naruto Uzumaki.

Naruto, who was initially extremely dejected, gradually brightened up after hearing Mizuki's words.

'Did he inherit absolutely no intelligence from Minato Namikaze?'

Watching Naruto Uzumaki gradually being persuaded and bewitched, Hiroji felt somewhat uncomfortable. Putting aside everything else, there was the matter of Naruto's later so-called "Kototen" speech.

It's quite unbelievable that it could be used by Shuimu.

However, this was discovered by Hiroji himself. Through their conversation, Hiroji suddenly realized that Naruto was persuaded not because Mizuki was particularly eloquent.

Rather, it was Naruto Uzumaki who harbored desires; he craved Iruka's approval and the approval of the entire Hidden Leaf Village.

Mizuki told him that as long as he successfully learned the ninjutsu in the Book of Sealing, he could gain Iruka's approval and graduate from the Ninja Academy.

Then Naruto Uzumaki will become a ninja, and the entire Hidden Leaf Village will acknowledge his existence.

This is what Naruto Uzumaki desires most, which means that a weakness exists. And with a weakness, it is very easy to take advantage of someone.

Perhaps this is why Bie Tian's words were so successful in the future.

However, now is not the time to think about this. Mizuki has already started suggesting that Naruto Uzumaki start discussing where would be the best place to train after obtaining the Scroll of Seals.

Although there was no specific location, Hongzhi's gains were still quite good. He left the Book of Sealing to Naruto Uzumaki to deal with, and now Hongzhi wanted to use his methods on Mizuki.

In this performance, the only ones who can openly and legitimately appear are Naruto Uzumaki, Iruka, and the now confident Mizuki.

However, in the end, Mizuki was imprisoned, and after finally escaping, he died.

Hiroji felt great sympathy for Mizuki's plight, so he decided to kill him and take over the role himself. It would be exceptionally easy for Hiroji to seize the Book of Seals from Naruto and Iruka.

As for the final blame, it should be placed directly on the already deceased Danzo. It should be noted that Danzo was a member of Root, and after learning that Naruto Uzumaki had taken the Scroll of Seals, he had every reason to bring him directly to Root and lock him up.

Then we'll be able to take the opportunity to obtain experimental materials.

This is what Hongzhi was thinking. While Hongzhi was thinking, Naruto Uzumaki had already set off, and Mizuki also began to head towards the place he had previously revealed to Naruto Uzumaki, which was the back mountain of Konoha.

Although things have been a bit turbulent in the back mountains of Konoha lately, Mizuki still has some sense and didn't choose to go deep into the back mountains of Konoha, where there would definitely be ANBU guards after something happened.

The place he recommended to Naruto was the area just inside the back mountains of Konoha, where there would be virtually no Anbu members, but there would definitely be Anbu members along the escape route.

Although he didn't know Mizuki's subsequent plans, Hiroji still followed him after he set off.

Of course, Hongzhi was dressed as a Root ninja, and his mask only revealed one eye, since it's better not to expose the Sharingan.

In the Hokage's office, Hiruzen Sarutobi watched Naruto Uzumaki's every move through a crystal ball. The Anbu had already noticed Mizuki's unusual behavior.

Hiruzen Sarutobi originally intended to arrest him directly, but after receiving the information that Naruto Uzumaki had failed to graduate, Hiruzen Sarutobi felt terrible.

Just then, Mizuki began to intentionally or unintentionally make contact with Naruto Uzumaki, which naturally gave Hiruzen Sarutobi some ideas.

At this moment, he wanted to see what Mizuki wanted Naruto to do. After all, Mizuki was the culprit, and even if Naruto did something outrageous, Mizuki could take the blame.

However, to Hiruzen Sarutobi's utter surprise, Naruto Uzumaki walked directly toward the Hokage's office building. Although he seemed exceptionally clever, if Hiruzen Sarutobi hadn't given the order beforehand, he probably would have been arrested by the Anbu long ago. It was just too obvious.

Anyone could tell this guy was up to no good, leaving Hiruzen Sarutobi speechless.

In fact, Hiruzen Sarutobi was still somewhat worried. If Naruto Uzumaki really did something outrageous, he would definitely order the Anbu to take immediate action. After all, Konoha still had some hidden dangers, especially those spies from Kumogakure who didn't even have a Kage.

Hiruzen Sarutobi patiently observed Naruto Uzumaki's every move. Through Naruto's movements, he knew clearly that Mizuki had come prepared.

Although Naruto Uzumaki can be considered the most flawed character.

"What exactly do you want to do?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi frowned as he looked at the crystal ball, which looked rather comical.

Just as Naruto Uzumaki began his operation, Hiroji had already casually followed Mizuki to the back mountain of Konoha.

Mizuki did his homework quite well; at least Hiroji didn't encounter any so-called Root ninjas along the way, which proves that he had definitely planned this carefully.

However, after entering the back mountain of Konoha, Hiroji had no intention of continuing to play games with Mizuki.