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Chapter 99 Tsunade! Ryuchi Cave! White Snake Sage! Kabuto! Kotoamatsukami! Orochimaru!
The Third Hokage can only feel more at ease with Orochimaru's return.
As for Tsunade, whom Jiraiya mentioned.
Tsunade was originally the most suitable candidate to become Hokage.
Just look at her label and you'll know: she's the granddaughter of the First Hokage.
Unlike Naruto, he didn't hide his identity as the son of the Fourth Hokage.
Tsunade's identity as the "granddaughter of the First Hokage, the founder of Konoha Village" is common knowledge.
This means that she possesses the purest "Konoha bloodline".
In terms of impeccable lineage, no one in the entire Leaf Village can compare to her.
Both were among the legendary Sannin and were also disciples of the Third Hokage.
Tsunade, a renowned medical ninja in the ninja world, possesses first-rate medical skills.
If Tsunade had inherited the Hokage title, how many lives could her medical skills have saved in the war?
Unfortunately, a momentary lapse in judgment led her to condone Danzo's actions, causing Tsunade to leave Konoha heartbroken and not return for many years.
The Third Hokage often regretted why he had indulged Danzo, or perhaps he himself had been greedy for the power in his hands.
Back then, Konoha's White Fang was incredibly strong and had many honors, but he was a representative of the clan faction.
Despite the small size of the Hatake family, their influence should not be underestimated.
If White Fang becomes Hokage, he will definitely support the clans that are on good terms with them.
The third generation's plan to "de-familialize" the family will fall through.
Therefore, when the White Fang mission failed, the Third Hokage tacitly accepted Danzo's propaganda offensive.
The original intention was to deflate White Teeth's arrogance and teach him a lesson.
Unexpectedly, White Fang's sense of honor was too strong, and he actually took his own life.
This caught the Third Hokage off guard; he hadn't anticipated this outcome at all.
If it weren't for the secret permission of the third generation, the success or failure of a mission wouldn't have caused such a stir in the village.
If it weren't for the tacit approval of the Third Hokage, how could Danzo have dared to do such an outrageous thing?
The Third Hokage also had regrets, but fortunately, Minato Namikaze emerged from Konoha later.
Minato was an orphan from an ordinary background with no distinguished connections; he climbed his way up step by step entirely through his own abilities.
He also married Kushina Uzumaki.
Kushina was the last survivor of the Uzumaki clan. Although the Land of Whirlpools no longer exists, the wealth she left behind is still considerable.
Even several streets in Konoha were owned by Kushina. (Skirt)
With his formidable strength, clean background, and a wife who was both wealthy and a Jinchūriki, Minato became the Third Hokage's most favored candidate for Hokage.
Unfortunately, subsequent developments were beyond his control. 9
The Nine-Tails' rampage led to the Fourth Hokage's unexpected death, along with his Jinchuriki. Although the Nine-Tails was resealed within Naruto, 3
However, Naruto is still young and cannot develop fighting power in a short period of time.
Konoha suffered heavy losses, and at this time Danzo suggested that the Nine-Tails might be controlled by the Uchiha clan.
Because the Uchiha clan was the prime suspect at the time. 4
In addition to Tobirama's influence, the Third Hokage harbored some prejudice against the Uchiha clan.
Ultimately, they tacitly approved of Danzo's series of actions against the Uchiha clan. 6
The weakening of the Uchiha clan has never stopped over the years.
Later, Kawasaki Uchiha stood out, and the Uchiha clan developed rapidly.
Now, apart from Jiraiya, Konoha has no other admirals who can rival him.
It's impossible for the clan leaders of each ninja clan to serve Konoha wholeheartedly.
There used to be a usable Kakashi, but Obito took one of his eyes, and now he's depressed.
Compared to the Uchiha, Konoha is in an awkward situation of being in a transitional period.
In terms of cunning and strategy, Jiraiya and Tsunade are far inferior to Orochimaru.
In terms of ability, Orochimaru is proficient in everything and is almost invincible.
But in the eyes of the Third Hokage, Orochimaru had no sense of good or evil and no bottom line in his actions.
Initially, the Third Hokage believed that Orochimaru was beyond his control.
They wouldn't side with Danzo, which is why they chose Minato Namikaze.
Given the current situation, Orochimaru seems to be the best candidate.
When Orochimaru returned to the village, the Third Hokage, while still having the strength, assessed whether he was capable of succeeding as Hokage.
If Orochimaru is unsuitable, the only remaining option will be to use the events of that year to bring Danzo out.
In exchange for Tsunade's forgiveness, he wanted her to become Hokage.
After all, Danzo is now only good for taking the blame.
In the Third Hokage's view, Uchiha Kawasaki was extremely intelligent, even cunning.
Kawasaki may seem carefree and nonchalant, but his decisions are always unexpected.
And each time, it strengthened the Uchiha clan and weakened Konoha.
Even if Jiraiya and Tsunade joined forces, they would find it difficult to contend with Kawasaki.
Perhaps only Orochimaru's mentality can rival Kawasaki's.
Of course, if things don't work out, he's comfortable with the Hokage position going to Orochimaru, Tsunade, or Jiraiya.
While I am here, I can lend them a helping hand; if I am not here,
Before his death, he had to eliminate Danzo, this potential threat.
With no obstacles between Orochimaru and Tsunade, they will naturally assist each other and preserve the foundation of Konoha.
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In the Hidden Sound Village.
With his upper body bare, his face painted with patterns, his vertical pupils flashing, and his entire body covered in snow-white, Yakushi Kabuto was lying on a medical bed.
Unlike in the original world, Kabuto did not grow a tail, had no mask on his face, and did not grow horns.
Orochimaru collected data from Kabuto while talking to him.
"Tell me about your experiences in Ryuchi Cave, and how you cultivated to Sage Mode~?"
While maintaining Sage Mode, Kabuto replied, "After being taken there by Princess Ichikishima, I met the White Snake Sage."
"The White Snake Immortal said that my physique is special and very suitable for practicing the Snake Immortal Technique."
"There are two ways to cultivate the art of the snake immortal. One is that the White Snake Immortal transmits natural energy through his snake fangs,"
"Another way is to absorb natural energy and form an imprint."
At this point, Orochimaru paused, his hand still. "What's the difference?"
"The natural energy transmitted by the White Snake Immortal is transformed, causing people to involuntarily transform into snakes."
"According to Princess Ichikishima, if a practitioner cannot withstand this energy and turns into a snake, he will be devoured by the White Snake Sage."
"Self-absorption is very slow, and entering immortal mode cannot be sustained."
Dou looked at his fair skin: "But the White Snake Sage said that by injecting natural energy into him, if one can get through the initial stage, one can maintain the Sage Mode for a long time, and eventually, the snake can evolve into a dragon."
"Oh?"
Orochimaru asked curiously, "So you chose to have the White Snake Sage infuse his energy?"
Dou shook his head: "Although the White Snake Immortal injected energy into me, my snake transformation reaction was not obvious."
"But when the white scales first appeared, I found my mind was being corrupted, so I changed my mind."
"I gave up on having the White Snake Immortal infuse it into me and chose to absorb it myself. Self-absorption has a much smaller impact on my mind."
Orochimaru stared at Kabuto and noticed that he had changed quite a bit.
He voluntarily gave up the easily attainable Sage Mode and chose a more difficult path.
It seems that leading Otogakure over the years has matured Kabuto considerably.
Orochimaru asked with great interest, "Why did you choose this path?"
"Improved capabilities are just an added bonus; things that are too powerful often come with side effects."
He clenched his fist: "The pursuit of life must be explored slowly by oneself, rather than imposed by others."
"Lord Kawasaki said that the most important thing in life is to be happy."
"I am very happy to follow Lord Orochimaru."
Dou's expression was serious, and the confusion of yesteryear was gone from his eyes.
His eyes were full of admiration as he looked at Orochimaru.
"Okay, get up."
Orochimaru remained expressionless, but a slight smile played at the corners of his lips.
"What impact did the snake-like state you previously underwent, after receiving the infusion of natural energy, have on you?"
Dou shook his head: "I'll switch to absorbing natural energy myself, and my skin will gradually return to its original color."
At this moment, Kabuto exited Sage Mode and reverted to his gentle and refined youthful self.
In the Dragon Cave, he chose to absorb natural energy to cultivate the Snake Immortal Technique. The White Snake Immortal not only did not object, but was very supportive.
In his words, few people choose to absorb natural forces on their own.
Because humans and snake magic are not a perfect match, the human body absorbs natural energy slowly, and snake transformation solves this problem.