Chapter 16 Kabuto and Orochimaru
The third generation and the medicine master Yakushi Nonou came out of the examination room.
After they came out, a small head poked out from a nearby corner.
He saw his adoptive mother, who was radiant and even more beautiful than before.
"..."
Kabuto can now be considered an excellent medical ninja, and he has some understanding of when people, especially women, will look radiant.
This is because three generations of adults and the adoptive mother lived in the same room for so long.
In other words, the rumors might be true.
The Dean and the Third Generation Lord really are...
Moreover, the Third Generation Lord seems to be still vigorous despite his age, which pleases the Dean.
so.
Should the third generation become his adoptive father?
Kabuto quickly shook his head.
What kind of status did the Third Generation Lord have?
At most, he probably just regarded his adoptive mother as a secret lover.
Was it coercion or intimidation?
Unlike her adoptive mother, who genuinely respected, even admired, the way she looked at the three generations of adults was one of respect, even one of longing and reverence.
In other words, the dean's position was voluntary.
Since the dean volunteered, Kabuto couldn't really object.
Why!
He sighed.
Upon closer reflection, it's not necessarily a bad thing that the dean is devoted to three generations of people.
From then on, the director and the orphanage had a strong backer to rely on.
Of course, the most important thing is that the dean is happy.
"Are they watching from behind?" the Third Generation asked the Pharmacist Tenzen in a low voice.
"He is my adopted child, named Kabuto."
"Pocket?"
The helmet worn by ancient warriors was called a hood.
It can be seen as a way of expressing the hope that he can protect himself.
"A very nice name."
"He is also a very outstanding child. I believe that he will surpass me sooner or later," said Pharmacist Yakushi Nono with a smile.
The third generation also nodded with a smile.
However, they didn't care too much.
In the eyes of a mother who loves her child, she always hopes that her child will be outstanding, so she will more or less have some filters on her.
That kid named Kabuto must be really outstanding, but can he be even more outstanding than Yakushi Nono?
The third generation didn't think it was that serious.
There are very, very few people in this world who are more outstanding than Yakushi Nono.
Huh?
Orochimaru?
"Teacher," Orochimaru called out with a smile.
Then he looked at the Pharmacist Yakushi Nono.
The pharmacist Yakushi Nono immediately paid his respects.
"Lord Orochimaru."
"It's Nonou."
He certainly recognized this female ninja, who was second only to Tsunade in medical ninja skills in Konoha, the most outstanding intelligence ninja in Konoha, a former elite of Root, and codenamed 'Walking Shrine Maiden'.
He even obtained the crucial information that this walking witch had acquired.
In Orochimaru's view, this was indeed a rare elite figure in Konoha.
Whether in medical ninjutsu or intelligence gathering capabilities.
Orochimaru has always had a good attitude towards outstanding talents.
In particular, he is now the Hokage, well, the quasi-Hokage, which isn't too far off.
After glancing at Yakushi Nonou, Orochimaru couldn't help but look at the Third Hokage again, wondering if the rumors were true.
His teacher and this Yakushi Nonou really had something going on...
After all, as his teacher's disciple, he knew that his teacher was lecherous to some extent, just like that idiot Jiraiya.
Yakushi Nonou is indeed a great beauty who makes people feel warm and friendly at first glance.
After losing his beloved wife, Biwako, the heartbroken elderly man, now living alone, found solace and care in the presence of this young and beautiful woman with maternal instincts.
His parched heart was stirred and revitalized, and so the old man began to mate with the young woman…
While these disrespectful thoughts about his teacher were swirling in his mind, Orochimaru, of course, didn't show it.
Orochimaru, what brings you to the hospital?
Orochimaru smiled and looked at Yakushi Nonou... behind him.
"I came here for him."
The Third Generation and Yakushi Nonou realized something, turned around, and looked at the head peeking out from the corner behind them.
The head quickly retracted.
Nonou immediately tensed up.
"Lord Orochimaru! Kabuto isn't a spy!"
"I know that if he really were a spy, I wouldn't need to come here in person."
Nonou breathed a sigh of relief; she had been so nervous she was completely confused.
Just as Orochimaru had said, there was no need for him to come in person.
"So, Lord Orochimaru, are you looking for Kabuto?"
"I want to take Kabuto as my disciple," Orochimaru said directly.
Nono was surprised for a moment, but then she wasn't too surprised.
He knew about Kabuto's talent.
Kabuto's talent may not necessarily make him the strongest, but it is definitely the kind of talent that Orochimaru likes the most.
It's not surprising that Orochimaru values Kabuto.
Meanwhile, the third generation was also somewhat surprised. It seemed he had really underestimated Kabuto.
"It is an honor for Kabuto to become Lord Orochimaru's disciple," Nonou quickly said.
She knew this was an opportunity.
This will allow Dou to have a good future.
After all, Lord Orochimaru is the confirmed Fifth Hokage! The Fifth Hokage's disciple—what a prestigious status that is!
Although this prestigious status also means trouble, it means that one will be drawn into the vortex of power in the future.
But in this cruel world, if you don't seize an opportunity, you'll often only get a crueler result.
She understands this very well.
Therefore, she will not let this opportunity slip by!
"pocket."
She waved and called out.
Kabuto poked his head out again and saw the dean beckoning him over, so he stepped out from the corner and walked up to Orochimaru and the Third Hokage.
"Lord Third Generation," he addressed the Third Generation respectfully.
After all, the Third Hokage is still the current Hokage.
"Lord Orochimaru."
He had met Orochimaru.
On the very night of the Nine-Tails' rampage, he personally treated Lord Orochimaru.
I remember that while Orochimaru was receiving his treatment, he said to him, "You may not be a ninja, but you're quite skilled in medical ninjutsu..."
"It was the dean who taught me."
"Your name is Kabuto, right? Do you want to be a ninja?
I think you would become an excellent ninja."
"..."
"It definitely will."
"I have no such intention..."
At that time, he could be said to have refused.
The feeling he got from Lord Orochimaru made him somewhat uneasy.
And now, Lord Orochimaru has reappeared before us.
He was still somewhat uneasy.
Orochimaru smiled at him and said, "I told you, you would become an excellent ninja."
"Lord Orochimaru, I..." He lowered his head, unsure of what to say.
Just then, a pale hand landed on his head, startling him.
"You are now my disciple."
"?"
He looked up in surprise, his hand still rubbing his head.
Meanwhile, the Third Hokage asked from the side, "You made a special trip just to take on this disciple?"
"I just stopped by to take this disciple in, and I'll take in another disciple I've already reserved later."
The Third Hokage realized that Orochimaru's trip this time was mainly for political purposes.
While I was at it, I also took the pocket that I had my eye on.
He took a puff of his pipe.
Orochimaru, what else do you want?
He noticed that Orochimaru was looking at Yakushi Nonou again.
Orochimaru waved.
A short figure wearing a mask and dark uniform appeared behind him instantly, kneeling on one knee.
The three generations looked at the child.
Who is he?
Orochimaru gave his teacher a strange look. In his opinion, the Third Hokage should know the secret hidden in Root.
Or perhaps the teacher is deliberately pretending not to know.
After all, politicians do need to learn to pretend they don't know.
Orochimaru then said, "He is Kou, a test subject of Wood Release."
Nono's expression changed; did she know the significance of Wood Release?
"Nonou, I want to entrust Aya to your care."
"...Let me train him?"
This was Nonou's first instinctive reaction.
After all, she was an elite member of the Root.
"No, I mean take care of him, help him overcome his trauma as much as possible. Help him become a qualified Konoha ninja with the Will of Fire," Orochimaru said, glancing at the Third Hokage.
Three generations silently smoked.
He then asked, "Orochimaru, have you discussed this with Homura Mitokado and the others?"
"Of course, I've already spoken with the advisors and elders, and both Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane have agreed with my approach."
"And then, you went to the Uchiha clan?"
"That's right."
Orochimaru nodded.
The third generation silently smoked again.
He knew that Orochimaru was using this incident to gain the support of Mitokado Homura and Koharu Utatane, two senior advisors from Konoha.
After all, Wood Release is extremely important to Konoha!
Orochimaru was willing to relinquish his personal influence over the Wood Release ninjas and allow them to become village ninjas in exchange for support in completely pacifying the Uchiha clan.
Homura Mitokado and Koharu Utatane were also moved by it, having witnessed the power called Wood Release and instinctively equating it with invincibility.
Orochimaru may have used this support to obtain other forms of assistance in order to maximize his own gains.
"Orochimaru, I wish you a safe journey."
"Teacher, thank you for your kind words."
Responding with a smile, Orochimaru patted Kabuto's head.
"Alright, Kabuto, come with me and let's meet your other partner."
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