Wood Release Bloodline.
Undoubtedly, it's Shimura Danzo's lifelong obsession.
As for Shimura Danzo's claim that only Konoha can wield the power of Wood Release, everyone present knew it was just a joke, and no one took it seriously...
This old guy always talked about doing everything for Konoha, but secretly, he wished he could grasp all the power in his own hands.
No.
Shimura Danzo hoped more for himself to gain these powers.
If a second Wood Release Ninja could be created...
It would mean Orochimaru's technology was barely mature.
Shimura Danzo's heart burned with passion; perhaps he too could transplant Hashirama Cells and thus awaken the Wood Release Bloodline of the First Hokage Senju Hashirama!
The old man's gaze suddenly shifted from the boy to Orochimaru's face, immediately asking a question he most wanted answered.
"Orochimaru, the Wood Release this child awakened, does it mean the Hashirama Cells can now be successfully transplanted into other people..."
"No."
Orochimaru shook his head, a single word doused the old man's burning heart: "The successful transplantation of Kagura's cells was merely a coincidental result during one of the experiments..."
"Alright."
The old man's mood turned somewhat sullen.
"However..."
Orochimaru's tone shifted, an enigmatic smile crept onto his lips: "I have found another experimental approach through this experiment, but it will require some precious experimental materials and a lot of funds..."
"..."
Akihara Kagura glanced at Orochimaru in surprise.
The success of this Hashirama Cell Transplantation experiment was entirely due to his own unique [Ninja World Science] trait...
Any human experimentation on himself, as long as it conforms to Ninja World Science theory, is bound to succeed, how could it possibly give Orochimaru a new experimental idea...
The investor, Shimura Danzo, wasn't quite aware of the situation.
The old man furrowed his brow slightly, looking somewhat troubled, but eventually agreed: "List whatever you need, and I'll do my best to allocate... I hope to see something satisfactory in the next attempt."
"Certainly next time."
Orochimaru nodded, the smile on his lips growing more intense.
"Then I'll take him away."
Shimura Danzo beckoned to the boy, a trace of warmth in his aged, haunted voice: "Child... is your name Akihara Kagura?"
"Yes."
Orochimaru nodded again, shoved the boy's shoulder, and said with a smile: "Take good care of this child, I certainly don't want anything to happen to him, as future experiments might still require his body..."
"..."
The boy Akihara Kagura was pushed towards Danzo.
"I understand."
Shimura Danzo nodded in agreement.
Shimura Danzo reached out to stroke the boy's hair, pondering for a moment before speaking: "From today, you are a member of the Root Organization... forget your name, your codename will be Jia."
"..."
The boy's expression was instantly bewildered.
You damn...!
The old guy has really lived too long!
Akihara Kagura almost forgot this part!
All members under Shimura Danzo's Root Organization would be forced to abandon their names and emotions, living their whole lives with only a codename symbolizing their existence.
However...
[System Notice]: [You have a new superior (Shimura Danzo), receiving a Newcomer Welcome Package, unlocking new traits!]
[System Notice]: [You have a new superior (Sarutobi Hiruzen), receiving a Newcomer Welcome Package, unlocking new traits!]
[Dark Side of the Ninja World (When the host requires intelligence, the needed intelligence content will be obtained. Newcomer Welcome Package reward.)]
[Ninja Professor (When the host learns ninjutsu, any ninjutsu that conforms to the ninjutsu theory will surely be learned successfully. Newcomer Welcome Package reward.)]
"Yes, Lord Danzo!"
Akihara Kagura quickly agreed.
Even though Shimura Danzo, this old guy, is no good, and even wants to change his name, this superior's welcome package is truly formidable!
Moreover...
Once under Shimura Danzo, he automatically gains a position in Konoha's ranks.
Theoretically, all ninja in Konoha Village are subordinates of the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen, thus gaining another Newcomer Welcome Package!
Besides...
These two traits...
Whether it's the intelligence capability brought by [Dark Side of the Ninja World] or the learning ability brought by [Ninja Professor], both are precisely what Akihara Kagura desperately needs!
Shimura Danzo is a good leader!
Akihara Kagura felt that being renamed was a trivial matter. In the future, when Shimura Danzo doesn't want to live anymore, he must find a way to leave Lord Danzo with an intact corpse...
Shimura Danzo was unaware that the boy beside him had already conjured the thought of sending him off, gesturing to two subordinates, intending to leave with Akihara Kagura.
Before leaving.
Shimura Danzo seemed to recall something, suddenly turning back to look at Orochimaru as he spoke: "By the way, this base is no longer safe..."
"Hmm?"
Orochimaru's brow furrowed tightly.
This base, compared to others, was more well-equipped with experimental apparatus, and due to Akihara Kagura, a time traveler with modern education, it had always been well-organized, making Orochimaru want to use it as a long-term stronghold.
"I received some intel..."
Shimura Danzo's expression turned somewhat unpleasant, seemingly bringing up someone he didn't want to: "Your old friend was spotted in a nearby town to this base."
"...I see."
Orochimaru immediately thought of a tall white-haired man.
Orochimaru's expression also turned grim, clenching his teeth as he growled: "That Jiraiya... truly a persistent ghost..."
"Someone reported his whereabouts to me."
"Ever since you left Konoha, Jiraiya has been secretly probing for your information. He's as foolish and naive as your teacher, yet they're both nuisances to us."
Shimura Danzo, who never liked Jiraiya, similar in temperament to Sarutobi Hiruzen, spoke coldly: "If you get the chance, you should kill him to prevent further troubles."
"...Understood."
Orochimaru's expression grew even darker, muttering: "That Jiraiya... isn't that easy to deal with..."
"I could leave Ryuma to assist you."
Shimura Danzo pointed at one of his accompanying ninja guards: "You and Ryuma have been partners for a long time, between you..."
"No need."
Orochimaru coldly refused the offer, dismissively said: "Jiraiya... that loser, has never been my match since Ninja Academy..."
"Then I'll be leaving."
Shimura Danzo nodded.
"..."
Akihara Kagura stood beside him, somewhat speechless.
Lord Danzo is getting old, his eyesight isn't what it used to be, can't even see through such a small matter?
Expecting Orochimaru to ever manage to kill Jiraiya in this life is as futile as hoping you'll manage to take out the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen!