Naruto: Off the Rails from Tsunade’s Lap Pillow!

"Are you awake?"

Natsume entered the room, pushing the door open while holding a bowl of porridge.

Mikoto Uchiha, who had been in a daze, suddenly jolted. She quickly grabbed the bedsheet to cover her body.

You're just kidding yourself.

Natsume smiled, placed the porridge on the table, and said, "Get up and have a meal."

Smelling the aroma, Mikoto Uchiha's stomach rumbled.

She blushed, feeling quite embarrassed.

She hadn't eaten last night, nor today, and with so much energy expended, she was starving.

Previously, she'd been focused on the Mangekyo Sharingan and temporarily forgotten about it.

"You... you go out first."

Mikoto Uchiha's tone sounded rather weak.

It was that kind of feeling where she was completely harmless but had to plead.

Natsume stepped forward.

"Sp... spare me."

Mikoto Uchiha immediately stepped back until she reached the corner with nowhere else to go. Then she showed a pitiable look.

"What you're saying is a doubt about my character."

Natsume reached out, pinched her chin, and looked at her from side to side. He asked, "Who coerced whom last night? Have you forgotten?"

Mikoto Uchiha was stunned.

It really seemed like she was the one who made the first move.

"I... I... That was..."

She stammered and couldn't think of what to say right away.

Reminded of what had happened last night, her face turned pink all the way to the tips of her ears.

"Sorry... I... I'm guilty."

Mikoto Uchiha apologized in a panic.

"If you're guilty, put on new clothes."

Natsume took out a set of black nun's clothing and said, "It can ease your sense of guilt."

He stopped teasing her, turned around, left the room, and closed the door.

Mikoto Uchiha looked at the nun's clothing blankly and finally didn't refuse.

Her face slightly flushed, she spun around a bit awkwardly as she wasn't used to it.

Mainly because it was the first time she'd worn thigh - high stockings. The rest was okay.

Mikoto Uchiha subconsciously glanced outside the door. It seemed that Natsume had left.

She picked up the bowl of porridge and took a sip.

The taste was unexpectedly good.

It was like night and day compared to the porridge she had last night.

Natsume went to say hello to Ena Uzumaki and then returned to the room.

Mikoto Uchiha had finished all the porridge.

Her lips were shiny and moist, not as dry as last night.

Natsume glanced at the black nun's clothing that hugged her delicate figure. It looked even better than she'd thought.

"Do you want more?"

He pointed at the bowl and said, "If you're still hungry, there's more."

Mikoto Uchiha placed her hands on her lower abdomen and shyly nodded.

Natsume immediately brought her two more bowls.

"Um... I want to ask."

Mikoto Uchiha licked her lips, swallowed the porridge, and asked, "Why didn't I awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan last night?"

"It's not that easy, you know?"

Natsume blinked and a smile appeared on his face. He said, "It's okay. There's plenty of time. You'll awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan one day."

"..."

Mikoto Uchiha's body immediately stiffened.

Last night had used up all her courage.

I thought the torment would end soon, but it was just the beginning.

"There's no such thing as a free lunch in this world," Natsume said, reaching out to ruffle her hair. "So, work hard, Aunt Mikoto."

Mikoto Uchiha hesitated, her rosy lips parting slightly, but she didn't answer. Instead, she continued to eat her porridge.

"Go to Ena later and ask her to help you train your pupil power," Natsume said as he stood up. "Your current pupil power has been forcefully boosted, which isn't good for you."

"Okay," Mikoto Uchiha nodded.

She didn't understand much either. Anyway, she would do as Natsume said.

"Remember to return the flute to Tayuya," Natsume said with a smile. "She's been very angry after all this time. Don't tell her its specific use."

Mikoto Uchiha instantly blushed as red as a steam maiden. She was so embarrassed that she wished the ground would open up and swallow her.

Natsume didn't stay any longer. He activated the Flying Thunder God Technique[b]Flying Thunder God Technique[/b] and returned home.

He changed into a clean set of clothes and headed to the Hokage Building.

It was his first day at work as the Assistant to the Hokage.

But he was already late for half a day.

Thanks to Danzo Shimura's precedent. He hardly ever came to the Hokage Building, and when he did, he would only come to quarrel with Hiruzen Sarutobi. Everyone had got used to this situation.

Now that there was a new Assistant to the Hokage who was late for work, it was just a small thing, not worth making a fuss about.

Natsume entered his office.

After yesterday's cleaning, it looked decent.

He started his work.

Although Natsume didn't know how Danzo Shimura worked, Tsunade had everything well - arranged for him.

That was the so - called right of decision - making.

The Hokage secretary team would initially process the events, and then submit them to Natsume for a decision.

Previously, this was the work of the Hokage and Hokage advisors.

But now the two Hokage advisors were dead, and only Tsunade was left.

If it were Hiruzen Sarutobi, he definitely wouldn't share his power.

Tsunade and Natsume were on good terms and not so stand - offish.

With the assistance of the Hokage secretary team, it wasn't as busy as expected.

All Natsume had to do was stamp.

Stamp for approval and send back those he disagreed with.

He was extremely efficient and had finished everything in less than an hour.

This chapter isn't over yet!

"Send the documents to the teacher," Natsume said, putting down the seal.

An Anbu Ninja immediately appeared and carried away the documents.

With nothing to do for the moment, Natsume planned to visit Orochimaru.

This time, he was going in his capacity as the Assistant to the Hokage of Konoha.

He had mentioned the research on Wood Release[b]Wood Release[/b] to Tsunade before.

But this kind of experiment was really beyond the reach of ordinary people.

Without a leader, it might take decades to achieve any results.

In the whole of Konoha, Orochimaru was the most suitable person.

His scientific research ability had been tested countless times and was trustworthy.

The investigation of Danzo Shimura this time has also implicated Orochimaru. According to the rules of Konoha Village, he could have been sent to the Pure Land to meet the Sage of Six Paths.

But his identity is special, and his influence is great.

Most importantly, Tsunade just can't bring herself to take action against him.

The Sannin have fought side by side since childhood, and they have a really good relationship.

It's not a big deal not to kill Orochimaru, but it's unacceptable to let him freeload on Konoha's resources.

Previously, Natsume didn't interfere because Hiruzen Sarutobi was the Hokage.

Now, Tsunade is the Hokage, and she's part of his family.

In other words, Orochimaru is freeloading at his place.

Natsume hates being taken advantage of the most.

This is absolutely unbearable.

Orochimaru must work hard.

Natsume left the Hokage Building and headed to Orochimaru's Abode.

When he reached the entrance, he could already sense many prying eyes.

They were the snakes from the Ryuchi Cave.

"Go and inform Lord Orochimaru that Natsume, the Assistant to the Hokage, wants to see him."

Natsume said casually and then entered the hall.

Unexpectedly, there was an unexpected person.

Anko Mitarashi.

She was holding six skewers of Three Coloured Pills in her hands. When she saw Natsume, she was chewing with her cheeks puffed out.

"Natsume?"

She quickly swallowed the pills in her mouth and greeted him with a smile, saying, "It seems like it's been a long time since we last saw each other."

"It has been a long time."

Natsume nodded and said, "The last time was three or four years ago when we were on a team mission to infiltrate the Cloud Ninja camp."

"Do you want some?"

Anko Mitarashi took out a skewer of Three Coloured Pills and asked.

"No, thanks."

Natsume waved his hand and reminded her, "Eating too many will make you gain weight easily."

"It's okay. I won't gain weight."

Anko Mitarashi showed a rather confident smile and said, "I eat them every year, but I've always maintained my weight."

Natsume thought to himself that it was clearly the effect of the Cursed Seal.

One day when Orochimaru skips town, you're in big trouble.

"Come to think of it, I haven't congratulated you on becoming the Assistant to the Hokage."

Anko Mitarashi said excitedly with a beaming face, "Remember to cover for me if I cause any trouble in the future."

"Your teacher is Lord Orochimaru. He won't let anything happen to you."

Natsume paused for a moment and then said, "However, I can cover for you too."

Even though Orochimaru is cold - blooded, cunning, and heartless, he's still a good teacher.

He really treats Nawaki and Anko Mitarashi well.

As for Sasuke Uchiha, he doesn't train him as a disciple but as a vessel.

"Yay!"

Anko Mitarashi beamed with joy.

"Are you waiting for Lord Orochimaru?"

Although Natsume's position is higher than Orochimaru's, he has a lower seniority, so he added a respectful title in front of outsiders.

"Yes. But my teacher has something to do, and I don't know when he'll come."

Anko Mitarashi's smile faded a bit and she said, "I haven't seen my teacher for a long time. He's been very busy recently."

Busy is just an excuse.

Natsume could probably understand Orochimaru's thoughts.

Mainly, Anko Mitarashi, as his disciple, really doesn't match him well.

Neither her talent nor her personality is what he likes.

However, he does have a teacher - disciple relationship with her.

"What about Yugao?"

Natsume remembered her two teammates.

Itachi Uchiha had defected, but Yugao Uzuki hadn't.

"I'm not sure."

Anko Mitarashi's expression paused slightly.

She really didn't know what Yugao Uzuki was up to, but she knew that Yugao Uzuki had always been by Orochimaru's side.

How enviable!

Anko Mitarashi felt rather aggrieved.

She was clearly Orochimaru's current first disciple.

Why didn't she get the treatment she deserved?

Just then, her expression suddenly changed, showing a surprised look.

"Teacher, you're back?"

"Yeah."

Orochimaru's gaze, however, fell on Natsume and he ignored Anko Mitarashi.

"I heard you've mastered the Sage Mode[b]Sage Mode[/b] of Shikkotsu Forest?"

Anko Mitarashi's smile froze instantly.

Wuwuwu, Teacher, look at me!

"Just a fluke."

Natsume gave her a comforting look before answering Orochimaru's question.

"There's no such thing as a fluke in learning Sage Mode[b]Sage Mode[/b]."

Orochimaru licked his lips, clearly intrigued.

Currently, there were only two people in the ninja world[b]ninja world[/b] who could use Sage Mode[b]Sage Mode[/b].

Excluding that mysterious masked man he'd met before, there were only Jiraiya and Natsume.

The former's Sage Mode[b]Sage Mode[/b] wasn't even complete.

Although Orochimaru had developed the Heavenly and Earthly Cursed Seal[b]Cursed Seal[/b], it still paled in comparison to Sage Mode[b]Sage Mode[/b].

If Natsume would let him study it, he might gain some new insights.

"..."

Natsume could clearly feel Orochimaru's intense gaze.

It was like a Gundam enthusiast spotting a real Gundam[b]Gundam[/b].

Excitement.

"Lord Orochimaru, I'm here today because I have something to talk to you about."

Natsume changed the topic and got down to business.

"Oh!"

"What is it?"

Orochimaru smiled indifferently.

It was a rather cold smile.

But he had no intention of attacking Natsume.

One reason was that she was a tough nut to crack.

The other was that he'd offend Tsunade.

Unless he had absolute certainty, he wouldn't act for now.

"Anko, could you please leave for a moment?"

Natsume turned and said, "This involves the Secret[b]Secret[/b] of Konoha[b]Konoha[/b]."

Anko Mitarashi was taken aback, looking a bit aggrieved, but she didn't say a word.

As a Ninja[b]Ninja[/b], she naturally had to follow orders.

Natsume was no longer the junior she used to be, but the Assistant to the Hokage[b]Assistant to the Hokage[/b].

After Anko Mitarashi left, Orochimaru's aura turned even colder.

It had to be said that he still valued this disciple quite a bit.

"Lord Orochimaru, I hope you'll oversee the Wood Release experiments[b]Wood Release experiments[/b]."

Natsume said calmly and confidently.

"Doesn't Konoha[b]Konoha[/b] already have the Hashirama cell transplantation technique[b]Hashirama cell transplantation technique[/b]?"

Orochimaru frowned and asked.

"Teacher doesn't want a transplant. She wants to awaken Wood Release[b]Wood Release[/b]."

Natsume explained.

"Awaken it?"

Orochimaru sneered and said, "Has Tsunade become naive after becoming the Hokage[b]Hokage[/b]?"

"Is it impossible?"

Natsume countered.

"Highly unlikely."

Orochimaru didn't bother to explain and issued an order to leave, "Go back and tell Tsunade not to waste my precious time."

"As long as the probability isn't zero, it's worth a try."

Natsume said with a smile, "Lord Orochimaru, we're aware of your cooperation with Danzo Shimura."

"Are you threatening me?"

Orochimaru's expression changed slightly. The overwhelming killing intent filled the entire hall.

"It's a cooperation."

Natsume said calmly, "Your experiments can't be exposed to the public. You need someone to cover for you and provide resources."

"Interesting."

Orochimaru suddenly laughed and asked, "It seems Tsunade doesn't know what you're doing behind her back."

Another Danzo Shimura.

It wasn't impossible to cooperate.

There were indeed some things he couldn't handle well.

"As a condition, you can no longer attack the ninjas and villagers of Konoha Village."

Natsume added, "But I can provide you with the prisoners from the Konoha Prison."

"Alright then."

Orochimaru wasn't willing to abandon Konoha for the time being, so he didn't refuse.

As for the so - called Konoha awakening experiment, he could just perfunctorily deal with it.

Anyway, for such a major research project, it's normal not to achieve results after several years of hard work.

"To ensure the cooperation, I'd like to send someone to learn from you. What do you think?"

Natsume came up with the idea on the spot and thought of Kabuto Yakushi.

How should he put it?

His best teacher was undoubtedly Orochimaru.

If Kabuto Yakushi could learn something, it would be great.

If not, other methods would have to be used.

Such as [Yomi - tsu] or [Kotoamatsukami].

Orochimaru nodded without caring at all.

"Happy cooperation."

Natsume bowed slightly and turned to leave.

"Teacher."

Anko Mitarashi, who was outside the door, immediately ran into the hall.

"Do you have something else to do?"

Orochimaru glanced at her and said, "Go back if you don't."

"Teacher, I bought these Three Coloured Pills for you."

Anko Mitarashi handed all the remaining five skewers of Three Coloured Pills to him.

Orochimaru was silent for two seconds, then stuck out his long, thin tongue and swallowed the pills along with the wooden skewers.

Although it was quite terrifying, Anko Mitarashi still showed a happy expression.

Konoha Orphanage.

Kabuto Yakushi didn't do any experiments today.

Because he had reached a bottleneck.

As Natsume gave him more and more complicated things, his knowledge reserve was obviously a bit insufficient.

Although he had obtained a lot of techniques from Orochimaru, the theoretical knowledge was ultimately static.

Kabuto Yakushi was smart, but he couldn't learn without a teacher.

Tsunade was indeed a good teacher.

However, different people specialize in different fields.

She and Orochimaru were different in many ways.

"Kabuto."

Natsume climbed onto the roof and sat next to him.

"Where are my subordinates?"

Kabuto Yakushi glanced at him and said, "Just Suinako isn't enough."

It was worth mentioning that Suinako did have good scientific research skills.

But one person couldn't do the work of two.

He is currently working on two main projects.

One, [Reverting to Otsutsuki Clan's Chakra].

Two, the blood - disease of Kimimaro Kaguya.

None of them was easy.

"Let's not talk about subordinates for now."

Natsume laughed it off and quickly changed the topic, "I've found a teacher for you, Orochimaru."

"Orochimaru?"

Kabuto Yakushi showed a look of surprise and asked, "How did he agree?"

"Actually, he didn't agree."

Natsume briefly explained his cooperation with Orochimaru and then said, "Anyway, try to learn as much knowledge as you can."

If it didn't work, he could use the Mangekyo Sharingan[b]Mangekyo Sharingan[/b] to confine Orochimaru in a dark - room and only let him out after Orochimaru had taught everything.

"Okay."

Kabuto Yakushi adjusted his glasses, and a flash of excitement crossed his face.

It would surely be a good thing to witness Orochimaru's techniques.

"Good luck."

Natsume patted him on the shoulder. "I'll bring you some good stuff later."

He was referring to Shinno. Both Shinno's medical Kinjutsu[b]medical Kinjutsu[/b] and his knowledge were valuable.

"Oh..."

It should be helpful to Kabuto Yakushi.

As for safety, Natsume didn't have to worry for the time being.

He had left a token exchanged for destiny value. Once something happened, he could arrive in time.

Apart from that, there was the issue of Kabuto Yakushi's loyalty.

Well, how should he put it?

Although Orochimaru was indeed charismatic, he wasn't as alluring as a succubus.

Moreover, Natsume could verify it through the Tamaki of Destiny.

[Due to your actions, Kabuto Yakushi's destiny has changed. You have gained 37 destiny points.]

After returning to the Hokage Building, Natsume heard the prompt sound.

As he had expected, the destiny value wasn't particularly high.

This also indicated that Kabuto Yakushi hadn't defected. He had just gone to Orochimaru to acquire knowledge.

There was a knock on the door.

"Come in."

Natsume put down the documents and looked up.

It was Kurenai Yuhi who entered, wearing that red robe that looked as if it were wrapped in bandages.

"Lord Natsume."

After bowing slightly, she said, "The Hokage wants to see you."

"Sister Red, you don't have to be so polite. Just call me Natsume."

Natsume wasn't accustomed to this form of address.

He called her Sister Red because Kurenai Yuhi and Shizune were of the same generation.

It would be inappropriate to call her Aunt.

After all, she wasn't married yet.

"In that case, I won't stand on ceremony."

A smile appeared on Kurenai Yuhi's originally serious face. "But only when there are no other people around."

She was a ninja who adhered to the rules.

It was okay to call him Natsume in private.

But if others found out, it might cause some unnecessary trouble.

The Yuhi clan was just a small ninja clan.

They couldn't let themselves go too far.

"Sure."

Natsume stood up with a smile. "Then I'll go see the teacher first."

Five thousand words.

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