I Choose Orochimaru as Hokage, Ascending to the Moon in Ten Years Chapter 1

I Choose Orochimaru as Hokage, Reaching the Moon in Ten Years

Author: Zhenpi Ligao Shu

Synopsis:

As the grandson of the Great Elder of the Uchiha Clan, Uchiha Gin stepped forward before the clan's annihilation to restore the glory of the Uchiha and, incidentally, reap some massive rewards.

"We Uchiha must have a Hokage of our own!"

And so, he gained the full support of the Uchiha Clan.

"Orochimaru, our Uchiha Clan will support you with everything we have. Become the Fifth Hokage!"

"Huh? Me?"

Orochimaru stared at Uchiha Gin, dumbfounded.

This clan on the verge of destruction wants to support him for Hokage?

System novel, apprentice to the Second Magic.

Gorgeous Jewel Magecraft!

Chapter 1 Apprentice to the Second Magic: Uchiha Gin

In a Japanese-style room, a silver-haired youth with a cold demeanor stood before a full-length mirror, observing his own reflection. More specifically, he was studying his eyes, which emitted a crimson glow; the pupils featured a pentagram pattern, with a symmetrical black tomoe at each point.

As the pentagram patterns in his eyes rotated slowly, it felt as though time itself were slipping away.

"The Mystic Eyes are finally complete. Just as I thought, by activating the power of the Uchiha bloodline and awakening the pupil technique of the Mangekyō Sharingan, it has become a fusion of the two."

Uchiha Gin looked at his reflection, unable to hide his joy.

Transmigrator, system-user—standard procedure.

His identity is the only grandson of the Great Elder of the Uchiha Clan.

According to the classification of the Hyuga Clan, he belongs to the Main Branch, holding a lofty status within the Uchiha Clan.

The system he obtained is the Magician Teaching System, designed to cultivate powerful magicians and spread the influence of magic.

"If this had been ten years earlier, I wouldn't have to push myself so hard, but now, I have no choice."

Uchiha Gin ceased the concentration of magic power in his eyes, and the crimson glow slowly faded, though his pupils remained red, unlike the black pupils of a normal Uchiha.

It is already the 54th year of Konoha, and Itachi has already graduated from the Ninja Academy with astonishing performance after only one year.

Therefore, there is not much time left before the Uchiha Clan is wiped out—it seems to be only two or three years away.

The Magician Teaching System, as the name implies, is purely a teaching system focused on learning magic. It is not like those systems that grant invincibility right from the start. After all, the Uchiha's current situation is too troublesome, and Uchiha Gin must prioritize increasing his own strength as quickly as possible; the Mystic Eyes are the best choice.

When he first transmigrated, the Nine-Tails Incident had already occurred. There was nothing he could do. To change the status quo of the Uchiha, one needs sufficient strength. He doesn't possess Naruto's "Talk no Jutsu," which can wash a person clean with a single speech—a technique even more powerful than Kotoamatsukami.

"Young Master, the hot water is ready."

A figure appeared outside the door, kneeling on the ground and speaking in a very soft voice.

Gin walked toward the door, which the maid slid open, and then she led him toward the bathroom.

There was certainly no such thing as the maid serving him.

Sigh, running away would have been the best option, but the grandfather of this body... I must give it my all.

Uchiha Gin's appearance looked somewhat sickly, but after removing his clothes, his body appeared quite sturdy with well-defined abdominal muscles; he was the type who looked lean while clothed but was actually quite muscular.

After all, having suddenly switched worlds, Uchiha Gin naturally couldn't immediately feel any deep bonds or attachment to the Uchiha Clan.

However, the grandfather of this body was very good to him. Uchiha Gin's study of magic was not cheap, but the Great Elder never blinked an eye, spending money lavishly. The Great Elder was a hawk, however, and was furious that after the Nine-Tails Incident, the Uchiha Clan had been driven from the center of Konoha to the outskirts.

He eventually passed away two years ago, filled with gloom. His final wish was to see the moment the glory of the Uchiha was restored. Uchiha Gin had promised him this before he passed, and only then did the Great Elder close his eyes.

Furthermore, having lived here for so long, bonds had continuously formed, and the clansmen were very kind to him.

After living together for three years, even a dog would develop feelings, let alone so many people. Uchiha Gin could not ignore these people dying at the hands of those animals.

Therefore, he wanted to change the fate of the Uchiha Clan and do everything within his power.

Secondly, he intended to use the power of the Uchiha Clan to help him learn magic faster. After all, magic is very expensive. A poor person learning magic, unless they mutate, can never compare to a wealthy magician of equal talent.

Uchiha Gin opened the system, and the interface immediately appeared before his eyes.

Magician Teaching System

Host: Uchiha Gin [Apprentice to the Second Magic]

Attributes: Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, Void

Traits: Conversion, Reinforcement

Magic Circuits: 25, Magic Crest: 1, Mystic Code: Tears of the Goddess · Necklace · Blue Gem Teardrop [Granted upon completing basic initiation · Ability: Reduces conversion consumption by 20%, stores magic power in the gem to reduce consumption]

Mystic Eyes: [Mangekyō Sharingan]

Magecraft: Jewel Magecraft [Proficient]

Basic Initiation Completed: [Foundation] [Spellcasting] [Magecraft and Foundation] [Magecraft Preparation] [Magecraft Basics]

Ongoing Tasks: [Mystic Eyes: Next Stage Reinforcement] [In-depth Understanding of Close-Quarters Combat] [Find a Familiar to Exploit] [Craft a Self-Made Mystic Code]

You are already a reasonably capable mage!

"If I had known the Second Magic was this expensive, I would have chosen something else!"

Looking at the system interface, Uchiha Gin felt somewhat helpless.

When he first acquired the system, there were five types of magic to choose from, and magic is an existence that transcends magecraft.

The five phenomena that cannot be achieved by either magecraft or science are called "Magic"!

Based on his attributes, Uchiha Gin was most compatible with the Second Magic, followed by the Fifth Magic. After glancing at the descriptions, Uchiha Gin decisively chose the lower-level introductory magecraft of the more stylish Second Magic: Jewel Magecraft.

But being stylish requires money.

Uchiha Gin had clearly forgotten this point!

Purchasing the gems required as consumables for introductory Jewel Magecraft cost a massive amount of money. If not for his current status, Uchiha Gin probably wouldn't even have been able to get started.

"With my current abilities, I should have enough leverage to negotiate. While ensuring the survival of the Uchiha Clan, obtaining some benefits is also quite reasonable."

"After all, in this world, it's all about influence and background. The members of the Akatsuki organization could only hide in the shadows in the past, like stray dogs."

Uchiha Gin rose from the wooden tub, dried himself off, and changed into a white robe with the Uchiha Clan's crest—the red fan—printed on the back.

He had already thought through the future situation of the Uchiha.

Run?

Why would he run!

Konoha was half-built by the Uchiha. With such a massive family legacy, he couldn't just abandon it and leave like a stray dog; he couldn't do it!

The best outcome would be for the Uchiha Clan to produce a Hokage, but unfortunately, the current situation made that impossible. Those guys in the Konoha high command truly wished the Uchiha Clan would be destroyed by a meteorite falling from the sky immediately.

Whenever they choked on water or felt unhappy, they would curse the "evil Uchiha."

Uchiha Gin had zero interest in these psychopathic, prejudiced people who only cared about their own tiny plots of land.

"Given my current strength and my goals, only Orochimaru will do. Among the Sannin, he is the only one left. Danzo is someone who can never see the light of day, and Hatake Sakumo has already been dealt with, so Orochimaru is the most suitable choice!"

"After all, he understands technology. Furthermore, he lacks the prejudice against the Uchiha Clan that the second generation of disciples held. Perhaps he only has desire, but that can be managed."

"Moreover, choosing Orochimaru is a decision that puts me several versions ahead. After all, in the later stages, aside from taijutsu which wasn't nerfed, the only thing that received buffs was science. Orochimaru is undoubtedly the superior choice, and his abilities can also help with my future growth."

Uchiha Gin returned to his room.

He began writing continuously on paper with a pen.

Orochimaru was the most suitable choice, and he was the reason why he was in such a rush to complete his Mystic Eyes and activate the power of his Mangekyo. After all, without sufficient strength, he couldn't negotiate with a guy like that.

After all, at this point in time, he could defect at any moment. Once he ran off to become a traitor, how could he become the Fifth Hokage of Konoha?

Uchiha Gin intended to push Orochimaru into the position of the Fifth Hokage!

Beyond protecting the Uchiha, this would also provide assistance for his study of magic. After all, this world lacks magecraft, but science can help research certain levels of magecraft to aid him.

Aside from the system, he also wanted to obtain the resources of this world. However, he wasn't some reincarnated second-generation heir; relying on science was the best choice to break through his own limits.

"Konoha's First Five-Year Plan—I'll just write a rough draft for now; it should be persuasive enough."

Uchiha Gin stopped his pen.

"But before meeting Orochimaru, I must first determine Fugaku's intentions."

"If that guy gets a vasectomy and doesn't produce Uchiha Itachi, I won't have to deal with that headache."

While putting away the Konoha Five-Year Plan, Uchiha Gin thought of the ninja strength rankings on the forums.

Vasectomy Fugaku > Healthy Itachi—it was a guaranteed kill.

Thinking of this, Uchiha Gin finally revealed a smile.

Chapter 2: Pressuring Fugaku

In the morning, after enjoying a breakfast meticulously prepared by a maid, Uchiha Gin set off for the Konoha Military Police Force.

Along the way, many people greeted Uchiha Gin. In truth, Uchiha Gin didn't go out often, so the clansmen rarely saw him.

However, Uchiha Gin had silver hair, which was quite rare among the Uchiha, and he usually wore mostly white clothing, making him very easy to recognize.

Coupled with his high status and his pleasant attitude toward others, the ordinary clansmen were very happy to greet Uchiha Gin.

Uchiha Gin usually wore a white, striped robe that reached about knee-length, with black trousers—the attire of the Uchiha Clan during the Warring States period, just without the armor.

His entire appearance, save for the lack of squinty eyes, looked very similar to Ichimaru Gin in his captain's uniform from Bleach.

He soon arrived at the building of the Konoha Military Police Force.

Looking at it, Uchiha Gin felt somewhat annoyed. After all, aside from the clan grounds, the Military Police Force building had been pushed from the village's CBD to this remote corner. Even though it was new, it was still irritating!

After the Nine-Tails Incident, the entire Uchiha Clan's status in Konoha was rapidly marginalized, becoming alienated from the village.

Added to the secret machinations of those high-ranking officials who were hostile toward the Uchiha, almost the entirety of Konoha was ostracizing the Uchiha Clan, one of the founding families that had built Konoha.

As he walked directly into the main entrance of the Military Police Force building, the officers inside greeted Uchiha Gin one after another.

Uchiha Gin's talent was considered quite good; he had awakened his Three Tomoe at fifteen. However, he was only a Chunin. The reason everyone treated him so well was that his seniority in the Uchiha Clan was quite high; he was of the same generation as Fugaku's uncle.

Those of his generation were already over fifty years old. Fugaku was currently thirty-six, while Uchiha Gin was eighteen.

He walked straight to the door of Fugaku's office and knocked without hesitation.

"Come in."

Fugaku's voice drifted from inside the room.

Uchiha Gin pushed the door open and entered. Seeing it was Gin, Fugaku's expression turned to one of surprise.

After all, Uchiha Gin had been a promising member of the new generation within the Uchiha Clan. He had believed that after some time, Uchiha Gin would have the strength to inherit the legacy of the Great Elder and become a new elder.

However, over the past two or three years, he had heard quite a few rumors and rarely saw Uchiha Gin training. Instead, he seemed obsessed with luxury goods, purchasing numerous gemstones, and it appeared the fortune left behind by the Great Elder was nearly spent.

He isn't here to borrow money, is he?

At this thought, Fugaku's face stiffened as he wondered how to handle Uchiha Gin.

"?"

The Uchiha Clan possessed excellent eyesight, so Uchiha Gin naturally noticed the sudden change in Fugaku's expression.

This left him confused; had he been exposed?

"Gin, long time no see. Is there something you need?"

Although he really didn't want to engage, Fugaku had to speak first.

He thought to himself that his private stash might be in jeopardy.

After all, the other party was his elder; if he truly asked to borrow money, he couldn't be completely stingy and would have to offer something.

Uchiha Gin did not answer. Instead, he walked straight to the desk, pulled out a chair, and sat down. He then raised his right hand, his five fingers adorned with gemstone rings—red, yellow, blue, green, and cyan—and snapped his fingers.

When Fugaku first saw Uchiha Gin raise his hand and noticed the extravagant gemstones on his fingers, his mouth twitched involuntarily. He recognized them immediately; this was the legacy of the Great Elder.

But his expression turned solemn the next moment, as he saw a pale red light radiate from Uchiha Gin's right hand, spreading in all directions. It quickly coated the room in a thin, reddish film, though the film vanished just as quickly.