The Thousand Hands' Renown

Jiraiya's series of deductions effectively painted Lin Mu as a pitiful, wandering orphan of the Senju Clan with nowhere to call home.

Yet, as Lin Mu listened, he actually found Jiraiya's reasoning quite convincing.

Could it be that I really have some connection to the Senju Clan?

Lin Mu reached up to rub his chin, a look of contemplation appearing in his eyes.

However, Lin Mu knew full well that this was just a joke.

His current body was truly just that of an ordinary war orphan, possessing no special constitution or Kekkei Genkai.

It was only because he had obtained Hashirama Cells and, with the help of the system, assimilated his physique into a Wood Style Body.

Still, Jiraiya's line of reasoning was quite convenient.

He had originally intended to pin the changes in his body directly on Orochimaru.

It seems Orochimaru won't have to take the blame this time!

"I know that suddenly learning your heritage is that of the Senju Clan might be hard to accept."

Jiraiya watched Lin Mu's dumbfounded expression, assuming he had been stunned by his logical deduction.

He reached out, patted Lin Mu on the back, then tapped his own chest, offering a direct guarantee.

"Your background is on me. With such a pure bloodline, your parents could never have been nobodies."

"I will help you uncover your true origins!"

Jiraiya had a fiery temper and was known for his swift, decisive actions.

After saying this, he immediately stood up, bid Lin Mu farewell, and leaped out through the window once again.

"..."

Lin Mu watched Jiraiya's departing figure, unable to recover for a long while.

He truly is the future master of Naruto Uzumaki; this personality is remarkably free-spirited!

But after careful consideration, this was a good thing for Lin Mu.

He had previously planned to attribute the changes in his body to Orochimaru, but that would have been nothing more than his own word.

Although Orochimaru couldn't exactly jump out and claim it had nothing to do with him, it would still be an unsubstantiated claim.

Things were different now; with the testimony of one of the Sannin, Jiraiya, he would have much more room to maneuver in the future.

If his identity as a descendant of the Senju Clan were truly verified, his status in Konoha would be greatly elevated.

After all, Konoha itself was co-founded by the Senju Clan and the Uchiha Clan.

Other clans, such as the Hyuga Clan, Nara Clan, and Sarutobi Clan, had only pledged their allegiance after the village was established.

Furthermore, both the First Hokage and the Second Hokage were members of the Senju Clan.

Possessing the identity of the Senju Clan would ensure he received even better training!

Hidden Leaf Village, Hokage Office.

"What!"

Two voices of astonishment rang out in unison.

These were the two high-ranking advisors of Konoha, both of advanced age and contemporaries of the Third Hokage, Sarutobi Hiruzen.

They were the true upper echelon of Konoha, holding immense power and influence.

Yet, their current expressions of shock were a far cry from their usual solemnity.

In truth, one could hardly blame them; the news Jiraiya had brought back was simply too earth-shattering.

One must realize that the illustrious Senju Clan had gradually shown signs of decline after the passing of the First Hokage and the Second Hokage.

Although they hadn't been wiped out entirely like the Uchiha Clan, leaving only Sasuke Uchiha and Itachi Uchiha behind, they no longer possessed any dazzling, outstanding figures like the First or Second Hokage.

Up until now, the only one worth mentioning was Tsunade, the granddaughter of Senju Hashirama!

But now, Jiraiya was telling them that he had discovered a child who possessed the pure bloodline of the Senju Clan and had mastered the Wood Style Jutsu.

How could they not be shocked?

"Jiraiya, are you certain there is no mistake? This matter allows for no errors!"

Mitokado Homura spoke with a grave expression. Along with Utatane Koharu, the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen, and the leader of Root, Shimura Danzō, he had served as a bodyguard for the Second Hokage, Tobirama, in their youth.

They understood the importance of the Senju Clan's bloodline better than anyone!

"There should be no mistake. Following the instructions of Sarutobi, I have investigated all the students who were on the viewing platform during the Chunin Exams over the past month."

At this moment, Jiraiya's face was equally serious, completely devoid of the playfulness he displayed when with Lin Mu.

"Only this child named Lin Mu showed something extraordinary, and I..."

"And you what?!"

Seeing Jiraiya pause, Advisor Utatane Koharu hurriedly pressed him for an answer, her tone laced with urgency.

"Furthermore, I saw this child use Wood Style Jutsu with my own eyes!"

"..."

Hearing Jiraiya's reply, the two high-ranking advisors fell silent at once.

Since Jiraiya claimed to have witnessed Lin Mu using Wood Style Jutsu himself, the matter was all but certain to be true.

His word carried immense credibility!

Upon confirming the authenticity of this revelation, the two high-ranking advisors felt their hearts swell with excitement.

Wood Style Body...

That was the constitution of the First Hokage, Senju Hashirama—a power of unparalleled strength!

Once Lin Mu reached his full potential, their Konoha would be able to rest easy across the entire ninja world!

However, the two high-ranking advisors quickly masked their inner excitement.

After all, they were leaders of great status and power in Konoha; they possessed at least that much composure.

Utatane Koharu spoke up then:

"Jiraiya, would it be possible for you to take us to see this child?"

Her tone carried a hint of negotiation.

"..."

After a moment of contemplation, Jiraiya gave a slow nod.

Allowing the two high-ranking advisors to make contact with Lin Mu could be considered a good thing.

Seeing Jiraiya agree, the two advisors felt a surge of joy.

They could tell that Jiraiya held this child of the Senju Clan in high regard.

This was because Jiraiya's close friend, Tsunade, was also a direct descendant of the Senju Clan!

That connection alone was enough to ensure Jiraiya would protect this child.

Fortunately, Jiraiya had agreed.

The two high-ranking advisors immediately stood up, set aside the work at hand, and summoned their assistants to give them instructions.

Then, they followed Jiraiya toward Lin Mu's residence.

Knock, knock, knock!

A series of knocks echoed.

It interrupted Lin Mu, who was in the middle of refining the chakra within his body.

Lin Mu frowned slightly, but he still rose from his bed to open the door.

"Yo! Little Lin Mu, I actually knocked before coming in this time!"

Jiraiya wore a smile on his face as he greeted Lin Mu.

"Ah, Mr. Jiraiya!"

Seeing that the visitor was Jiraiya, Lin Mu immediately adjusted his expression to reveal a touch of admiration.

He then quickly stepped aside to open the door fully, inviting Jiraiya into the room.

Seeing the admiration on Lin Mu's face, Jiraiya was in high spirits.

The more he looked at this kid, the more he liked him!

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