Sunny and cheerful Konoha Genin

As a scientific researcher, Orochimaru is very curious.

However, he knew very well that he should never ask too many questions about such matters. If he was not a disciple of the Third Hokage and a strong candidate for the future Hokage, the Anbu would probably have taken action already!

This is not an unfounded worry. Orochimaru sensed real murderous intent from that Anbu.

To have such a strong murderous intent towards his own people, that Anbu could only be from the Root!

"..."

A thoughtful look appeared in Orochimaru's eyes. Although the information he could get was not much, it was enough.

The fact that a Konoha high-ranking official of this level could come forward, and the identity of the little girl from the Uzumaki clan.

There is only one possibility——

The Nine-Tails Jinchuriki has been replaced!

In other words, the original Nine-Tails Jinchuriki is dead!

No Jinchūriki can survive after extracting the tailed beast.

That little girl is the new Nine-Tails Jinchuriki!

"This is a bit troublesome..."

After deducing this information, Orochimaru felt a sense of pressure.

The original Nine-Tails Jinchuriki Uzumaki Mito was an extremely powerful being. Not only could he control the Nine-Tails, he could even use the Diamond Seal!

With her in charge, the countries around Konoha would be more or less wary and would not dare to expand the scale of the war.

But now...

A strong gust of wind suddenly blew among the trees, and the leaves rustled.

Orochimaru stood there in silence.

In which direction will this impending strong wind blow Konoha?

he does not know.

But he seemed to have seen many more familiar faces, which would be like these falling leaves, carried away by the wind and never to return.

"Life..."

Orochimaru spread out his palm, and a green and yellow leaf fell into his palm.

"If one can be immortal... then that should be true life..."

His eyes became firm, as if he had made some kind of decision.

As the two high-ranking members of Konoha walked away, Mito Kado En stopped and looked at the Anbu next to him, signaling him to let go of Kushina.

"Just escort us here. The village is just ahead."

"Yes."

The Konoha Anbu let go of the dazed Kushina.

"Why doesn't Danzo come himself?"

"Danzo-sama said he found a great talent and decided to recruit him personally."

"Oh?"

Utatane Koharu was a little surprised: "Which talented ninja has he taken a fancy to?"

"Don't go too far. Some ninjas have already contacted me privately and expressed their dissatisfaction last time."

"Even if you are the Hokage, you can't keep indulging him like this."

"It won't be a problem. I heard he's a civilian ninja."

"Ok?"

Mizutomon En frowned, "Who? Don't tell me it's Minato Namikaze. Jiraiya is eyeing this precious disciple. He has a rare talent."

Watergate?!

Kushina, who was originally a little dazed, quickly came back to her senses after hearing the name and almost couldn't help but exclaimed.

Fortunately, the Anbu's answer the next second made her feel relieved.

"No."

"That's good."

After hearing the answer, Mizuto Menyan nodded and immediately lost interest.

"Who is that?"

Utane Koharu asked with some curiosity.

"I can't tell you that. Danzo-sama has cast a spell on us."

The Konoha Anbu lowered their heads, and Mito-Kaden and the other two knew that Danzo would plant the seal of extermination of his subordinates' tongues, so they did not ask any further questions.

Kushina prayed silently in her heart, hoping that the unknown civilian ninja could escape.

She also had some understanding of the darkness of the Root. It was a very cruel organization!

If you are tricked into joining, you will be stained with darkness and it will be difficult to escape!

At this moment, in an alley in Konoha Village.

Toru Ito, who had already finished his shower and was about to take a shortcut to attend the party, stopped and looked at the figure standing in front of him with a wary look on his face.

"you are?"

Toru Ito's expression froze slightly. In the darkness in front of him, there was a figure standing there!

like a statue.

And I didn't even notice this person's existence!

What a strong chakra control!

The one who can do this can only be a jonin!

A jonin is waiting for me here...

Even Toru Ito was a little nervous and let his hands hang naturally, placing them closer to the ninja tool bag.

"Don't worry, I'm not the enemy."

A hand gently pressed on his shoulder, the figure in front of him disappeared, and a gloomy and hoarse voice came from behind him.

You don't sound like a good person...

Ito Toru's face darkened.

However, the opponent's speed made him realize that he had no ability to resist at all!

too fast!

Shouldn't such a ninja be unknown in Konoha?

"My Lord, what can I do for you?"

Ito Toru suppressed his uneasiness and replied with a gloomy expression.

"I heard about you from somewhere else, so I wanted to come and see the new sprout of Konoha."

The jonin paid no attention to Ito Toru's vigilance. Instead, he began to comment:

"It's good of you to stay alert even during your breaks."

"You are the most vigilant of all the newcomers I have ever met."

"Hmm... the chakra amount is average, but it's enough."

"Those two swords wrapped in black cloth, are they chakra swords? You probably couldn't afford them with your previous income, so... they must be a gift from Orochimaru."

"He is still as generous to his subordinates as before."

"Don't be so stiff. You can come back and see me. After all, we may spend some time together next."

The jonin behind him said with satisfaction:

"Of course, everything depends on your willingness."

? !

Could it be that……

Danzo!

It could only be this old pervert!

This is really bad. I have been too aggressive recently and actually attracted this guy's attention!

What else could happen if he blocked himself here?

He must be trying to use his sweet words to trick me into joining him!

You must refuse it immediately!

Ito Toru's head buzzed, and then he turned around immediately without caring about anything: "Sorry! I won't join the root... ah?"

Before he could finish his words, Ito Toru was stunned.

The moment he turned his head, he saw clearly the appearance of the Jonin behind him.

He was a middle-aged ninja with neat silver hair and a calm and gentle face. Occasionally, a sharp look would flash in his eyes. He exuded a lazy temperament, but no one could ignore him!

Hatake Sakumo!

When the Third Ninja World War breaks out, he will get his own title - Konoha White Fang!

He will also meet the end of his life and die in rumors shrouded in darkness!

A powerful, pathetic... hero!

"Oh?"

Seeing Ito Toru's reaction, Hatake Sakumo scratched his head, squinted his eyes and smiled: "It seems that you have misunderstood something."

"Tsunade asked me to come here. To be more precise, it was Orochimaru who asked me to teach you some swordsmanship through Tsunade."

"He thinks very highly of you."

"if you are willing to……"

"Yes! I am very willing!"

Before he could finish, Ito Toru quickly agreed: "I would love to learn swordsmanship from Master Sakumo in Chengdu!"

At the same time, he praised Teacher Orochimaru again in his heart.

As expected of you!

Even such a strong man can be pulled down by me!

"Haha! That's good!"

Hatake Sakumo nodded in satisfaction, then patted Ito Toru on the shoulder and said, "It's been a long time since I've seen such an outstanding junior like you. You should have other things to do now. See you at the training ground tomorrow."

"Ok!"

Ito Toru nodded heavily: "I will definitely come!"

"Then I'll go..."

After completing the agreement, Hatake Sakumo was about to leave, but suddenly his expression froze and he turned to look in a certain direction.

Ito Toru also looked over.

I saw a middle-aged man with half of his face bandaged and a gloomy look walking slowly towards me.

It’s Danzo!