Hashirama Cells

The restart of the Wood Release experiments in Konoha filled Uchiha Ying Yue with concern.

Ying Yue knew that Senju Hashirama's cells contained tremendous power, but they also carried enormous risks.

Ying Yue suspected that the Senju Clan's losses during the Wood Release experiments in the original story might have been far greater than they appeared. This made him wary, and he decided to act to prevent the tragedy from happening again.

One day, Ying Yue went to visit Elder Senju Mufeng, hoping to tell him about the Wood Release experiments and Hashirama Cells.

When Ying Yue entered the elder's residence, Elder Mufeng was sitting quietly in the courtyard, his gaze deep, as if he were pondering something.

"Elder, I have something important to tell you about the Wood Release experiments." Ying Yue got straight to the point, his tone tinged with gravity.

Elder Mufeng smiled faintly, as if he had already expected Ying Yue's visit. "Ying Yue, I've already heard about the Wood Release experiments. After all, as a member of the Second Hokage Tobirama Senju's clan, we can't be kept in the dark about Clan Leader Senju Tobirama conducting Wood Release experiments."

Ying Yue was slightly surprised to hear this, but then he thought better of it. It made sense.

When Senju Tobirama conducted Wood Release experiments back then, the Senju Clan elders must have noticed. After all, research into Hashirama Cells involved the Senju Clan's most closely guarded secrets. There was no way something like that could be kept completely hidden.

Even so, Ying Yue still felt uneasy. In the original story, the Senju Clan's numbers dwindled after its dissolution, and the truth behind it might well have been connected to these experiments.

Some members of the Senju Clan had participated in the Wood Release experiments to fuse with Senju Hashirama's cells, whether willingly or not. In the end, they had become sacrifices.

Uchiha Ying Yue decided to stop withholding information and share his assessment of the risks posed by Hashirama Cells with Elder Mufeng. "Elder, you may know that the Wood Release experiments exist, but I have to tell you that fusing with Hashirama Cells is extremely risky. Even someone like me, whose body has already awakened Wood Release, could face great danger if I fused with Hashirama Cells directly. For ordinary members of the Senju Clan, the odds of surviving would be almost nonexistent."

Elder Mufeng's expression shifted slightly at this, and his brow furrowed.

He clearly knew how powerful Hashirama Cells were, but he didn't fully understand just how dangerous they could be.

Ying Yue continued, "The Wood Release experiments may be intended to recreate the First's power, but without adequate preparation and safeguards, forcing these experiments will only lead to more unnecessary sacrifices. The Senju Clan has already endured too many wars and losses. I don't want to see more of our people die because of these experiments."

Elder Mufeng fell silent for a moment, then sighed deeply. "Ying Yue, you're right. The Senju Clan's future must not be built on more sacrifices. Hashirama's power is immense, but not everyone can bear the burden it brings."

Ying Yue looked at the elder with earnest eyes. "Elder, you have great influence within the Senju Clan. If you tell the clan about the immense risks of the Wood Release experiments, you may be able to stop more people from taking part in them. I hope that when our people are faced with the choice, they'll remember your warning and understand the risks they're taking."

Elder Mufeng's gaze grew resolute, and he nodded. "Ying Yue, your warning came at just the right time. I'll contact the clan as soon as possible and tell them how dangerous these experiments are. I won't let the Senju Clan make any more needless sacrifices."

Elder Mufeng immediately decided to gather several respected members of the clan and pass Ying Yue's warning on to them.

This was not only about protecting the Senju Clan's people, but also about preventing the clan from losing even more influence in the village.

Ying Yue breathed a sigh of relief, admiring Elder Mufeng's decision.

Ying Yue knew that this step was crucial to the Senju Clan's future. If he could stop its members from participating in these high-risk experiments, the clan might avoid further losses and even rise again.

"Elder, thank you," Ying Yue said sincerely. "I'll keep monitoring the Wood Release experiments. If I discover anything new or learn of any risks, I'll tell you right away."

Elder Mufeng nodded. "Ying Yue, you're the hope of the Senju Clan. I'll support you wholeheartedly, and I'll make sure your warning reaches the clan members."

As Ying Yue left Elder Mufeng's residence, he felt a weight lift from his shoulders. Stopping the spread of the Wood Release experiments wouldn't be easy, but at least he had taken a crucial first step.

Sunlight filtered through the thick leaves in Konoha, casting dappled shadows on the ground.

Uchiha Ying Yue was walking along a path in the Senju Compound, thinking about his recent training and the development of his intelligence network.

Ying Yue hadn't expected to run into Senju Tsunade here. Ever since he and Tsunade had first visited Uzumaki Mito together, the two of them had gradually been seeing more of each other.

Senju Tsunade was approaching from one side of the compound. She wore an elegant kimono, her golden hair stirring gently in the breeze, and she had a mature yet captivating air about her.

In her twenties, Tsunade was in the prime of her youth. Her beauty and strength had made her a prominent figure in the village.

When she saw Ying Yue, a hint of delight flashed in Tsunade's eyes. She waved to him in greeting. "Ying Yue, long time no see. What brings you here?"

Uchiha Ying Yue smiled in reply. "Tsunade, I just came to have a look around. I didn't expect to run into you here."

Senju Tsunade walked over and chuckled. "You don't have to be so formal. Since we've run into each other, keep me company for a while. I've actually been meaning to ask you some questions about Wood Release."

Uchiha Ying Yue and Tsunade walked side by side along the quiet paths of the Senju Compound, chatting as they went. Before long, their conversation turned to Wood Release.

As Senju Hashirama's granddaughter, Senju Tsunade was deeply interested in Wood Release.

She had always hoped she might awaken Wood Release herself and inherit her grandfather's power.

"Ying Yue," Tsunade asked, curiosity and anticipation in her voice, "have you had any new insights into training in Wood Release lately? I've always been fascinated by this ability. I've always hoped that one day I might awaken Wood Release too, like you."

Uchiha Ying Yue thought for a moment before answering. "Tsunade, I've actually gained some new insights into Wood Release recently. I've been wondering why only a few people can awaken such a unique Kekkei Genkai. Maybe it isn't just a matter of combining Water and Earth chakra natures. There could be deeper reasons as well."

Tsunade furrowed her brow slightly, clearly intrigued by what Ying Yue had said. "Oh? What other reasons do you mean?"