The Orphanage Matter

Yakushi Nonō was somewhat surprised by Aburame Ryoma's words. As a ninja Konoha and influenced by the Third Hokage and the Will of Fire Naraku, Nonō was also a ninja who could dedicate herself to Konoha.

Noticing Yakushi Nonō's expression, Aburame Ryoma continued:

"Now you need to infiltrate Iwagakure and investigate whether this information is true."

If this is true, we hope you can investigate the time, location, and specific details of the operation and then report back to us. This will likely be a long-term mission."

Yakushi Nonō refused without hesitation upon hearing this.

"Then you've got the wrong person. I've already..."

The tall, thin old man wearing glasses behind Nonō, upon hearing Aburame Ryoma's words, couldn't help but say:

"You simply don't understand how important the director's existence is to the orphanage and the children! The director poured her heart and soul into raising funds and barely managed to keep this place afloat."

Even the overweight nanny couldn't help but question:

"Such a dangerous mission, why can't we just send one of your own people to do it? Why does the dean have to go?"

Danzo unmoved, his right eye covered by a bandage wrapped around his head, and he spoke coldly, as if he were a selfless, dedicated, and resilient leader:

"The only one capable of undertaking this long-term mission is the Wandering Shrine Maiden; currently, there is no spy in Genri more skilled than her."

Most people would eventually suffer a mental breakdown or defect to the enemy, but I know this guy would never betray Konoha."

Danzo noticed Nonō's expression and continued coldly:

"Judging from your expression, you seem to understand, Nonō? That's right, if you refuse, the orphanage will never receive a single penny again."

The plump nanny was very surprised to hear this and said:

"How could this be? The Third Hokage has already agreed; he can't possibly allow this to happen."

The two bodyguards behind Danzo were both high-ranking members of the Root. Aburame Ryoma couldn't help but sneer and threaten:

"This orphanage seems like a prime target for thieves. I suggest you hire a bodyguard to prevent your money from being stolen. But that's assuming you have the money."

At this moment, another guard who had been silent also threatened:

"Just a friendly reminder, be careful not to let the children get stolen without you noticing. After all, children with unknown identities can still be of some use."

The guard had a husky, magnetic voice; it was none other than Orochimaru, Sannin. Orochimaru certainly had a great interest in children.

"You're so despicable! How can you call yourselves ninjas?!"

The tall, thin old man couldn't help but shout and question the two threatening ninjas.

"You're the ones who are being unreasonable!"

Danzo, chin in hand and head bowed, made no attempt to stop the threats from his guards. Upon hearing the tall, thin old man's question, Danzo shouted angrily.

Danzo then slowly raised his head, his face solemn, and said:

"This price is nothing compared to protecting Konoha."

"I see."

Yakushi Nonō looked at Danzo and understood Danzo determination. The plump nanny behind her heard Nonō's words and anxiously tried to dissuade Nonō.

Danzo looked at Nonō with a cold gaze, shook his head slightly, and said softly:

"It's precisely because you weren't ruthless enough that things have come to this. You really aren't suited for this place."

"So shameless..."

The tall, thin old man stared at Danzo before him, Danzo's shamelessness.

Danzo, unconcerned, glanced sideways at the tall, thin old man and continued:

"Furthermore, one of my men was killed while trying to obtain this intelligence; I will have to choose one of the children here to replace him."

These words touched a nerve with Nonō already treated these orphans as her own children.

Nonō originally harbored a heart devoted to Konoha, was now filled with anger:

"You're pushing your luck!"

Aburame Ryoma, standing behind Danzo, spoke up for him upon seeing Danzo:

"These are two separate matters. We will prepare the subsidies from now on, but this time, one of you needs to pay for it."

Danzo shook his head slightly and sneered:

"After all, it's not like the kids wouldn't want to become Konoha ninjas. Let's go ask them. Maybe we can find one."

Danzo's Root did indeed suffer significant losses in the Northwest, but these losses were primarily for Danzo's own private purposes. Under the guise of contributing to Konoha, Danzo gathered orphans and raised them from all over the country.

Since he had come all this way, Danzo decided to pick one to take with him.

The conversation inside the room was clearly heard by Yakushi Kabuto, who was hiding outside the window. Despite his young age and quiet demeanor, no one in the room noticed the little boy.

"Enough! Danzo, I won't agree! I'll go and ask the Third Hokage! I believe the Third Hokage Lord Hokage will absolutely not agree!"

Yakushi Nonō stood up and refused without hesitation. Having served Danzo for many years, Nonō knew everything about the Root Nonō would never allow the children to join Root.

Originally, Yakushi Nonō was preparing to go to Iwagakure to carry out a spy mission, as she felt it was her duty to serve Konoha. However, before that, Nonō had to tidy up the orphanage.

At this moment Nonō suddenly paused slightly, as if she was thinking about something.

"No, I promised Uchiha Nara that I would work for the Military Police Force. I'm currently a contracted physician for the Military Police Force, and I've already retired from Root. I need Uchiha Nara's permission first!"

Yakushi Nonō was so busy all day that she almost forgot about Uchiha Nara. After briefly understanding the situation from Naraku's visit in the morning, she had already sent someone to deliver the donated funds here in the afternoon.

Furthermore, if Yakushi Nonō remembers correctly, when Uchiha Nara in the morning, he said that if there were any problems or if help was needed, one should contact the Military Police Force.

Nonō had already made up her mind about the threats posed by Danzo.

Thanks to the propaganda efforts of the Military Police Force, most of the Konoha knew about Uchiha Nara 'Uchiha Nara glorious deeds.

Uchiha Nara for Konoha on the battlefield. In his battle against Sunagakure, he was seriously injured and Uchiha Nara into a Hidden Sand before leaving the front lines to receive treatment. These kinds of heroic deeds and selfless dedication were widely circulated in the village.

As Uchiha Nara visit this morning, he is the guardian of Konoha. Even if the Third Hokage is too busy with political affairs to attend to matters here, Uchiha Nara will certainly take care of these things.

"Nonō, you have to take responsibility for your words. Are you sure you want to do this?"

Danzo hearing Nonō's rejection, Danzo asked in a voice as icy as a block of ice in winter.

"Please abandon these thoughts, Danzo. As your subordinate for many years, I am very familiar with the situation of Root."

If Konoha truly needs to conscript a retired ninja like myself, I will obey orders, but before that, I will consult with the Third Hokage Lord Hokage!

Yakushi Nonō thought of Uchiha Nara, and her back straightened a little.

Uchiha Nara donated funds and explicitly stated that if needed, one should contact the Military Police Force, based on Nonō's work history within the Root.

They were well aware of the relationship between the Root and the Uchiha Clan. In the wilderness, where no one was around, it wouldn't be surprising if they killed each other to silence each other.

Nonō was right; Danzo, Uchiha Nara had done it too.