Naruto: Cultivating to Immortality

Chapter 115 Returning to the Secluded Training Ground

In the Hokage Building office, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment. None of them stepped forward to stop Shimura Danzo's departure. Apart from Shimura Danzo's old teammates, the other Konoha high-ranking officials did not have a good impression of Danzo.

Over the years, Danzo had been secretly plotting various schemes, causing many ninjas in the village to harbor resentment towards him. At this moment, the Third Hokage broke the silence: "Everyone, don't worry, Danzo is just acting impulsively. I believe he will calm down. It won't affect this transaction." However, everyone present understood that Danzo's departure this time was no accident. His conflict with Hyuga Kanan had existed for a long time; this incident was merely the trigger. Next, Konoha Village would likely face a severe test...

When Hyuga Kanan arrived, everyone's expressions were not good. They were all worried about Danzo and feared that his actions might cause Hyuga Kanan to clash with Konoha again.

However, Hyuga Kanan didn't take this matter to heart; his only concern was whether Konoha would agree to the deal. He was completely uninterested in other factors. After all, in his view, as long as the goal was achieved, minor details in the process were unimportant. As long as Konoha agreed to the deal, everything would proceed as he envisioned. As for potential risks and problems, he believed that strength was his greatest asset. At this moment, his only expectation was that the Konoha leadership would provide a clear answer as soon as possible.

It was Orochimaru again who stepped forward, the familiar yet fearsome figure whose cold, deep eyes seemed to pierce through everything. Facing the prospective trader, Kanan, he didn't waste any words, getting straight to the point: "Konoha agrees to this trade, but we need some time to organize the bargaining chips." His voice was low and slightly hoarse, as if suppressing some unknown power.

Hyuga Kanan nodded in agreement, but still asked, "How long will it take? I hope to complete the transaction as soon as possible."

"It'll be ready soon. The content you need is too complicated and will take some time to organize. I can give you a part now," Orochimaru said casually to Hyuga Kanan, but his eyes were constantly giving Hyuga Kanan hints.

Seeing Orochimaru's gaze, Hyuga Kanan quickly guessed Orochimaru's thoughts, realizing that the latter wanted a private transaction, and that some details were unsuitable for most of Konoha to know. Hyuga Kanan readily agreed, believing that a private transaction with Orochimaru would also pave the way for future dealings with him.

"Then I will wait for good news in my courtyard, Orochimaru-senpai."

After saying that, he pushed open the door and left, quickly disappearing from everyone's sight.

Orochimaru's lips curled into a mysterious smile. It seemed that Hyuga Kanan was indeed the one who understood him best, comprehending his meaning with just a glance.

The Konoha members began compiling the materials needed by Hyuga Kanan.

Back in his courtyard, Hyuga Kanan waited silently for Orochimaru's arrival. He believed Orochimaru would bring him a surprise.

As expected, Orochimaru arrived alone at Hyuga Kanan's courtyard in the evening, carrying a huge scroll on his back.

Seeing Hyuga Kanan standing in the courtyard, Orochimaru walked up to him, handed him the huge scroll behind him, and took out three small scrolls from his own robes and tossed them to him.

After receiving the scrolls thrown by Orochimaru, Hyuga Kanan also took out more than a dozen scrolls from behind him and handed them to Orochimaru, indicating that he should examine them.

Orochimaru casually accepted the scrolls, and after glancing at the names on them, a smile appeared on his lips, and his eyes showed excitement.

"You can decide which of these scrolls to give to Konoha. I believe you already have a plan. By the way, if you want to do any more business with me later, come find me at this address."

Hyuga Kanan spoke to Orochimaru, then took out another scroll from his robes and handed it to Orochimaru. The scroll detailed the location of his secluded training. He believed he would trade with Orochimaru again in the future, as he was very interested in the results Orochimaru would obtain after studying these scrolls, and he believed Orochimaru would be the most talented researcher of this era.

Orochimaru carefully accepted the scroll before him. He believed that Hyuga Kanan must still have a lot of unknown knowledge, and Orochimaru hoped to be able to trade with him again in the future.

After the transaction was completed, Orochimaru prepared to leave quickly. He wanted to take a good look at the contents of the transaction, as these were things he had long coveted, and he could no longer suppress his desire to explore.

Seeing Orochimaru turn to leave quickly, Hyuga Kanan hesitated for a moment, then couldn't help but remind him, after all, Orochimaru was arguably the most talented person of this era. Seeing the increasingly strong serpentine aura emanating from him, she really didn't want Orochimaru to take the most wrong step.

"Orochimaru-senpai, humans are the masters of this era. Don't let some beasts change your most primal nature."

Orochimaru, who had already turned around, paused slightly upon hearing Hyuga Kanan's words. He then waved to Hyuga Kanan behind him to indicate that he understood, before quickly disappearing into Hyuga Kanan's courtyard.

Hyuga Kanan simply watched indifferently, realizing he had already gone against his original intentions. He couldn't help but remind the other party, but whether he could make Orochimaru understand was none of his business.

Hyuga Kanan stayed in the courtyard for the night. After leaving this time, Hyuga Kanan would not return to Konoha Village. Even if he did return, it would only be to fulfill his final promise to the Hyuga clan.

Sunlight pierced the darkness, heralding the arrival of a new day, and the figure in the courtyard had long since disappeared.

At this moment, Hyuga Kanan had already appeared outside the gates of Konoha Village. After taking one last look back at the gates, Hyuga Kanan's figure began to disappear outside the gates.

The Konoha gatekeeper watched the figure disappear without saying anything. Several ANBU ninja appeared beside him, also remaining silent, simply watching the figure vanish at the gate. Only after they could no longer sense the other's presence did they turn back and re-enter Konoha.

Hiashi Hyuga arrived at Kanan Hyuga's courtyard early in the morning. He wasn't there to persuade Kanan to stay; he knew this was the inevitable trend of Konoha, something even the head of a powerful clan couldn't stop. He was simply there to see Kanan off, as Kanan had left behind the clan's most important legacy.

When he arrived, he found no trace of Hyuga Kanan. He entered the room but couldn't find him either, only a note and a scroll left on the desk. Hyuga Hiashi glanced at them and knew that Hyuga Kanan had already left; these were things left for him and Hyuga Hizashi.

Hiashi Hyuga returned to the courtyard, looked around, and finally let out a heavy sigh before striding away from the small courtyard.

Inside the Hokage's office, Hiruzen Sarutobi, who had been there since early morning, breathed a sigh of relief after listening to the Anbu ninja's report. It was good that they were gone; Konoha had eliminated another threat to his position as Hokage, allowing him to focus his forces on Sakumo Hatake. Hiruzen had devised a detailed plan for dealing with Sakumo Hatake, the Anbu chief. He was much easier to handle than Kanan Hyuga, because Sakumo's strong attachment to Konoha was his biggest weakness.

Hyuga Kanan doesn't care what happens in Konoha. If he tries to scheme against someone, that person might just take action directly. This kind of person is the most difficult opponent to deal with; the only way to suppress them is through sheer strength.

However, although Hatake Sakumo was equally powerful, he had too many weaknesses. His son, his comrades, and the village he loved could prevent the opponent from attacking Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Hokage, or even the Konoha ninjas.

Orochimaru had already browsed through all the scrolls. He kept a few scrolls, the contents of which were not suitable for others to know. He made a copy of the rest and prepared to hand them over to Konoha Village.

Meanwhile, Hyuga Kanan was moving rapidly towards the place where he used to train.

When Hyuga Kanan left Konoha, apart from the Hyuga clan paying more attention, the other Konoha ninjas didn't care much, and Konoha remained the same as before.

After several days of arduous travel, Hyuga Kanan finally returned to the place he had longed for—the unassuming mountain range in the Land of Iron. Standing at the foot of the mountain and looking up, he saw towering peaks piercing the clouds, their summits shrouded in mist, creating a mysterious and enchanting scene, like a fairyland.

He took a deep breath, savoring the familiar yet unfamiliar atmosphere. This place had been the cradle of his growth, witnessing countless breakthroughs. Returning to this familiar ground now, an indescribable sense of emotion welled up within him.

He walked slowly along the winding mountain road, the lush trees on both sides seeming to welcome his return. Occasionally, a few birds would fly overhead, their clear and melodious calls adding a touch of life and vitality to the tranquil forest.

After walking for an unknown amount of time, Hyuga Kanan arrived at the mountainside. It was nearly dusk, and the setting sun cast its last rays upon the mountains, draping the entire mountain range in a golden veil. The beautiful scenery before him captivated him, temporarily forgetting the fatigue of his journey.

He continued climbing, the mountain becoming increasingly steep, but Hyuga Kanan did not stop. He knew that only by reaching the summit could he see the most beautiful scenery. Finally, his hard work paid off, and he successfully reached the top as the sun completely set.

Standing atop the mountain, overlooking the vast expanse of land, the feeling of being on top of the world filled him with immense excitement; all his hard work and effort had paid off at that moment.