Konoha's Destiny Twins

After coming out of the Hokage's office, Qingshui went straight to his next destination - the Konoha Orphanage.

The Sandaime Hokage told him that the Konoha Orphanage now falls under Orochimaru's jurisdiction, and Orochimaru directly assigns and screens the war orphans to decide their whereabouts.

This was the Sandaime Hokage's strategy, which caused a direct conflict of interest between Orochimaru and Danzo.

Because in terms of competing for the position of the Fourth Hokage, it is obviously impossible for the two to truly come together.

Moreover, the current roots are in urgent need of replenishing new strength. How could Danzo let go of this excellent opportunity of Konoha Orphanage?

In addition, even if Konoha Orphanage was not Orochimaru's original intention, how could he really sit idly by and ignore such a decision coming from Konoha's top brass?

What if he was caught and accused of dereliction of duty, abusing prisoners of war, etc., and if he was slapped with one hat after another, how could he bear it if it really affected his campaign for the fourth generation Hokage?

Besides, Orochimaru is one of the three ninjas, how can he allow others to get involved in what now belongs to him?

Therefore, it is normal for the two parties to have conflicts of interest.

This is probably something the Sandaime Hokage would like to see.

But when Qing Shui actually came to this orphanage, she found that it was peaceful.

In a wide yard, there are dozens of children and several Konoha volunteers divided into several groups who seem to be engaged in some activity. They are playing, resting, attending classes, practicing... everything is in order. Orderly.

There was no sign of ANBU, and no trace of Gen.

Danzo gave up this piece of fat that originally belonged to him?

Suddenly, Qingshui noticed a young man with round-rimmed eyes on the stone steps, who seemed to be less than 10 years old.

The other children were now engaged in group activities, but he was the only one sitting there abruptly, out of tune with everything around him.

The little white doll he is holding in his hand - is it the Sunny Doll?

Just looking at his twisted expression as he gritted his teeth, he didn't look like a kind person.

While he was wondering what this kid hated, Qing Shui's sight was obscured by the beautiful figure of that long black hair...

It's Hinata Satomi!

She walked straight to the boy's side, and then slowly squatted down.

She asked softly: "What's your name?"

What shocked Qing Shui was that the boy actually changed his face in an instant.

He showed a cute and confused expression and replied: "...Kabuto."

It seemed that the ferociousness just now was just an illusion.

Qing Shui was keenly aware of the strangeness of this young man.

And this name...

"Kabuto...a very unique name. Is it your full name?"

"My name is Kabuto Yakushi."

"Did the director give you this name?" Rimi remembered that the current director of the orphanage's surname was Pharmacist, a rare surname.

"Yes, because I couldn't remember my parents' names, and I also forgot my own name. Later, the dean took me in and gave me this name." Kabuto showed a shy smile and said He lifted his round glasses on the bridge of his nose.

For a moment, Satomi's attention was attracted by Kabuto's pair of glasses. After all, children of this age rarely wear glasses.

And they are these round-framed glasses that look sophisticated.

"My eyes are not very good and I can't see things in the distance clearly." Kabuto saw Satomi's confusion and immediately explained, "And this pair of glasses was given to me by the dean."

"You still don't know your name, sister?"

"Hinata Satomi."

"It's a very nice name." Kabuto's smile exuded the innocence unique to little ghosts, and his mouth was particularly sweet, "Sister Mei, your white eyes are very beautiful."

"Thank you." Satomi gave a rare smile.

After some compliments, Kabuto blinked his glasses and asked curiously: "But if the surname Hinata is...it is said to be the most powerful family in Konoha Village.

is this real? "

"Fake." Satomi knocked Kabuto on the head and pointed to the lively crowd on the other side, "Following everyone?"

"good."

Watching the two figures gradually merge into the crowd, Qing Shui's eyes only became colder.

Yakushi Kabuto...

In the world of Naruto, no one can defeat the kid named Yakushi Kabuto in front of him in terms of blackness.

This war orphan, who learned to change his face at such a young age, has obviously experienced quite a bit of darkness.

And just now when he was facing the little man made of white cloth, his face was ferocious...

"I didn't expect that April-Jun was also interested in the orphanage?"

Orochimaru!

But this time, Orochimaru did not deliberately hide his figure, so his arrival was within Qingshui's perception throughout.

It can be said that Qingshui is waiting for Orochimaru to appear here.

"Come here and see how you plan to break the trap set by the Sandaime Hokage."

"I didn't expect that such a trivial matter would worry Mr. April."

Little things? Is the conflict of interests with Danzo just a trivial matter?

If this matter goes too far, it may affect the election for the position of the Fourth Hokage.

"Didn't Danzo look for you?"

"I just want him to come to me." Orochimaru said grimly, "This can solve the problem once and for all."

Orochimaru's attitude revealed not only considerable dissatisfaction with Danzo, but also contempt.

Orochimaru, the wooden escaper who is hailed by the villagers as being on par with the first Hokage, does have this qualification.

"I heard from the Sandaime Hokage that you stopped a group of children that Danzo originally wanted to take away."

"He is testing my bottom line... Then I will tell him straightforwardly that I have the final say in the current orphanage."

"Aren't you provoking a war?"

"Ever since he supported Uchiha Fugaku in his bid to become the Fourth Hokage, there has been no possibility of reconciliation between him and me."

Orochimaru could see clearly, and he didn't miss their old relationship at all.

However, Danzo on the other side is not someone who will miss his old relationship. As long as he gets the chance, he will definitely trick Orochimaru into death.

Compared to the grievances between Orochimaru and Danzo, what actually worries Shimizu more is the list.

He was curious if Kabuto was on the list of children Danzo asked to be taken away.

Then he raised this doubt: "Among the children Danzo wants to take away, is there a child named Yakushi Kabuto?"

"The children Danzo is interested in have very good qualifications, and there are even some who are extremely talented." At this point, Orochimaru's vertical pupils narrowed slightly, "As for the child named Kabuto you mentioned, it is true that It’s on the list.”

"When I first saw that list, I actually didn't understand why Danzo chose to have that child."

"Because there are many children with better talents and younger ages who are more conducive to brainwashing and training. Why would you choose him?"

An inexplicable smile appeared on the corner of Orochimaru's mouth: "Now that even Yuki-kun has noticed it, it is obvious that there is something extraordinary about him that made him favored by Danzo."

"Actually, this is the first time I've met this child. I don't know much about him. I just think that child is a bit weird." Qing Shui pondered for a moment, then continued, "He is different from other children."

"Actually, I've tried it a long time ago." Orochimaru smiled, but this smile only made people think that he had just conducted a successful human experiment, which was particularly perceptive.

"Children of this age, because they don't have enough experience, the quality of calmness is mostly pretending, or just to cover up their inner vulnerability."

"Kabuto, however, is not."

"He was born to be a ninja in the dark." Orochimaru concluded, "In the future, he will definitely be an extremely outstanding intelligence ninja, or even a spy."

Orochimaru's comment... seems to be appreciation? !

"You think highly of him."

"After all, he is a rare talent, and I cherish talent." Orochimaru licked his lips, "After I become the Fourth Hokage, I will recruit him directly into the ANBU."

Today's Kabuto is only 8 or 9 years old, or at most 10 years old. How can he directly join ANBU? !

You must know that Kabuto is not very strong now, at best he is just a senior genin.

How many ninjutsu can you know? What trump card can you use to save your life?

Even if Orochimaru is optimistic about him, what if he dies halfway? !

You are... the most evil ninja in the history of Naruto.

"Or do you think Mr. April has any other suggestions?"

"Let's do this. After you become the Fourth Hokage, leave Kabuto to me."

"Oh?!" Orochimaru raised his eyebrows curiously, obviously not expecting Qingshui's intention.

"Well, I can be his teacher." Qing Shui explained his purpose. Of course, he did not forget Orochimaru's obsession with Kabuto. "As for whether you want to train him to become an excellent intelligence ninja, you can wait until he becomes a Jonin. It’s not too late to join ANBU after that.”

"Yiyuejun, this is..."

"Because I think... it would be very interesting if this were the case." Qing Shui suddenly showed an inexplicable smile.

This smile even made Orochimaru feel a chill.

"Since Yuki-kun wants to play..." After a brief pause, Orochimaru glanced at the unsuspecting Kabuto in the distance, and then immediately made a decision, "Then I will lend you Kabuto first."

"Thank you, Orochimaru."

"By the way, April-kun, are you satisfied with my tailed beast chakra sealing technique?"

"The effect is very good." Qingshui praised Orochimaru without hesitation, "I have to say... Orochimaru, you are simply a unique genius in this world."

This kind of scientific genius and master of forbidden arts can be said to have created an unprecedented school.

Even the Immortal of Six Paths is far less than the height.

"Oh?" Orochimaru was quite surprised that Qing Shui would speak so positively of him.

"In short, you are indeed worthy of the position of the Fourth Hokage."

"Haha... Yuzuki-kun's compliment is really surprising." Orochimaru's smile became more and more proud, "Yuji-kun came here specially. You must have something else to ask me for, right?"

"Indeed, the Sandaime Hokage asked me to find out the inside story of your transaction with Danzo." Shimizu innocently spread his hands, "So I'm here."

"What do you want to know, Mr. April?"

"Don't tell me everything, at least you have to tell me about the Sharingan and Wood Release deal." Qingshui said decisively, "Only in this way can I judge what should be said and what should not be said."

"After all, our goals are the same, and there is no way I would allow the Sandaime Hokage to ruin our plans."

"That's it..." Orochimaru murmured in a low voice. Qingshui's request was indeed a bit... over the line.

"Speaking of which, Orochimaru, we can be considered true partners now."

Indeed, Orochimaru and Qingshui are now truly tied in the same boat.

If Shimizu's behavior was known to the Sandaime Hokage, he would be labeled as a rebel.

However, if Orochimaru really becomes the Fourth Hokage, then Qingshui will also follow the chicken and dog to ascend to heaven and become an absolutely powerful party, then there is still a possibility of saving everything.

But if it fails...

That means there's no telling what will happen.

The most likely outcome might be - rebelling...

Because it is inevitable to face suppression when the time comes, how can Shimizu and Orochimaru, two arrogant shadow-level powerhouses, endure it? !

Hmm... with Uncle Snake, and of course maybe Aunt Snake one day in the future, the two of them will wander around the world together?

This style of painting is so strange.

"In view of this special situation, I can tell you the contents of the transaction." Orochimaru's voice brought Qingshui back to reality again, but his voice still contained a hint of warning, "But Yuki-kun, these things, It’s something even more shady than the deal between you and me.”

"If the villagers find out, even if I become the Fourth Hokage, I can't protect either of us."

"Of course I know what that means." Qing Shui said helplessly. If possible, who would be willing to take this trip through muddy water?

"The Sandaime Hokage has caught something between you and Danzo. He will definitely ask me about the progress of the mission. If I don't know anything, or I said something I shouldn't have said."

"I think you understand the stakes."

Because investigating the insider trading of Orochimaru and Danzo, Shimizu is not the only one doing this.

The elite ANBU members of the first brigade have already taken action.

You must know that the Sandaime Hokage was able to deduce Danzo's problems so easily because he already knew the top-secret reports of the ANBU First Brigade in advance.

Therefore, Qingshui's next mission report must be extremely cautious.

If it arouses the suspicion of the Sandaime Hokage or even exposes some sensitive things...

The difficulty for Orochimaru to obtain the position of Fourth Hokage will only rise sharply.

"Since April-Jun really understands, then I can feel relieved..."

As for whether Orochimaru is really relieved or fake... Qingshui has no way of knowing.

But he was also really curious, how much secrets did Orochimaru and Danzo, the two darkest beings in Konoha, hide?

In the following conversation, Orochimaru revealed a series of past secrets...

His insider trading with Danzo regarding the Wood Release and Sharingan can be traced back to Konoha 35, which was shortly after Shimizu was promoted to Chunin during the Second Ninja War.

Over the years, the intrigue between the two people has accumulated to an appalling level.