NOVEL NEXT Chapter 14: Attack
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With his efforts, another branch sprouted in the ninja world, one that had chosen the wrong path. On the journey of truth, Orochimaru was a pioneer and the founder of future cell technology.
This notebook in my hand is a priceless treasure.
"According to the records in this notebook, Orochimaru has already started cultivating cells?"
"Hashirama's cells..."
When looking at the development of the ninja world, one cannot avoid mentioning a powerful figure.
Senju Hashirama, the God of Shinobi.
Madara with his Sharingan and Hashirama with his Wood Style.
With their power, they ended the Warring States Period, allowing the ninjas who once fought independently to form villages, creating the prototype of the major ninja villages.
Wood Release naturally became the symbol of Konoha. In the eyes of Konoha and the entire ninja world, Wood Release was an invincible ninjutsu.
Of course, it wasn't the ninjutsu that was powerful; it was the ninja!
The most classic case: Hashirama's Wood Release was world-shaking, while Yamato's Wood Release was used for landscaping!
"It's a pity I don't have the First Hokage's cells; otherwise, I could compare them."
Studying these notes will take time, and discovering cellular defects cannot be accomplished overnight.
"Not only is there a lack of research material, but there is also insufficient funding."
As everyone knows, experiments require funds. Even as Orochimaru's disciple, the resources Muzan received were pitiful.
"We need to find a way to make money! Otherwise, the research will be difficult."
Using a sealing scroll, Muzan sealed everything on the table inside.
Not long after Muzan left the laboratory, a figure quietly appeared. Looking at the clean table, the person had doubts in their heart.
"What on earth is this kid doing? Has Orochimaru taught him some dangerous experiments? Both of them are troublemakers!"
She would not allow Muzan to become cold-blooded and ruthless.
"It would be nice if it was Jiraiya. Based on his personality... let's forget it. Konoha cannot afford another troublemaker."
As soon as he stepped onto the street, Muzan felt a few eyes on him. He turned to look at those people, seeing their disgusted expressions without knowing why.
He had just returned to Konoha and hadn't offended anyone.
What happened?
"He is a child of the Hatake family. I heard that this mission caused a lot of losses to the village because of Sakumo. Their family should pay for this!"
"Hmph! Shouldn't ninjas put their mission first? You actually gave up your mission; you don't deserve to be a ninja!"
"How foolish! I heard some people say that the losses from this mission are immeasurable. The recent peace has made our lives difficult."
The voices were loud and right in front of him, clearly said on purpose.
"As Orochimaru-sensei said, Konoha is really rotten..."
Muzan's eyes under the black robe flashed with a trace of bloodthirsty light as he stared at the people spreading the rumors. He approached them in an instant.
"Thud!"
"Thud!"
The palms under the black robe turned into thorns, whipping the opponents' faces. Blood splattered on the floor, scaring the bystanders into fleeing.
Those people also wanted to escape, but Muzan didn't give them a chance. The thorns locked their bodies, and the sharp spikes piercing their flesh made them twist and roar in pain.
"You! What are you doing? Attacking civilians openly? The Konoha Guard will not let you go!"
"Ah! Bastard, we were right, it was all because of Hatake Sakumo that Konoha suffered losses!"
Muzan stood there with a sneer on his lips.
When it comes to Kage-level experts, most of them are on A-rank or even S-rank missions. The confidentiality of such missions is such that ordinary Konoha officials are not qualified to interfere.
Only by involving people around the Hokage can the success of the mission be investigated.
"The Third Hokage, and Danzo!"
"I hope you won't push me to my limit."
"Shhhhhh!"
Next to Muzan, three figures suddenly appeared, holding kunai. One of them said:
"Let go of the civilians!"
Muzan turned to look at them. All wore fox masks. He felt that the three of them were Chunin. It seemed they had anticipated trouble.
"Is it ANBU, or is it Root..."
The thorns suddenly shrank, tearing off the arms of several villagers who fell to the ground. Blood rained from the sky, and bits and pieces fell to the side, merging into Muzan's black clothes.
Listening to their wails, Muzan's face under the black robe gradually became distorted. His ogre nature was violent, especially when someone touched his reverse scale.
"Shut up!"
With a hoarse roar, invisible whips instantly passed through their bodies, making them faint.
"Bastard! What are you doing!"
Several Konoha ANBU immediately released their ninjutsu, trying to subdue him.
"Do you think you can stop me?"
Looking at the oncoming ninjutsu, Muzan gradually released his strength. In his Ghost King form, his power could be greatly enhanced, but he avoided this normally.
Because that indifferent feeling made him see civilians and ninjas alike as mere food. He despised inferior creatures from the bottom of his heart.
"Idiots, you will lose your lives because of your stupidity!"
"Vampire Magic! Black Blood Mandarin Thorn!"
The same posture as when he fought Kakashi years ago, but now Muzan was stronger, his body fortified with age and full of chakra.
The sudden thorns extended along the ground and crisscrossed, blocking the opponent's fireball, and the thorns suppressed the three Chunin.
The three immediately retreated, looking at the twisted thorns at their feet, and then at Muzan in the center with horrified expressions.
"What kind of power is this!"
"A bit like Orochimaru-sama's ability..."
These thorns looked like mutated poisonous snakes. Combined with Muzan being Orochimaru's disciple, it was clear he was indeed a genius recognized by Konoha.
"We must subdue him today, otherwise we won't be able to explain!"
A team of three worked together to fight against Muzan.
"Fire Style: Fireball Jutsu!"
"Wind Style: Whirlwind Fist!"
With the help of the strong wind, the newly formed fireball suddenly grew in size. This was the cooperation between the team. The third person quickly formed seals, preparing to bind Muzan.
Chains appeared under Muzan's feet. Because of the violent confrontation, the three chose to injure Muzan and capture him for the Third Hokage.
"To call you idiots is an insult to the word idiot!"
So what if he couldn't move? What if he faced such an attack?
"Hidden Shadow Snake Hands!"
Orochimaru's famous technique, several venomous snakes emerged from under Muzan's black robe, some hidden among the thorns!
"Not good! Retreat!"
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