thefictionvixens Chapter 21 Where did Konoha Hospital get so many clerical staff?
Chapter 21 Where did Konoha Hospital get so many clerical staff?
"Mr. Yushu, please forgive my intrusion."
Fugaku Uchiha politely handed a heavy suitcase to Yuuki, who was standing in front of the door.
"Brother Fugaku, you're too kind."
Yuuki took the box, weighed it in his hand, and his smile became even more genuine.
At least two million taels!
A hundred draws are waiting for you!
He took Fugaku's arm and led him into the reception room.
Fugaku was two and a half years older than Yuuki. When Yuuki started school, Fugaku was about to graduate.
The two shouldn't have had any interaction.
But through a chance encounter, Fugaku discovered Yuuki, who was filled with the Will of Fire, and the two quickly became acquainted.
Who could resist a child who loves the village and talks about the Will of Fire?
The two sat down one after the other, and Yushu brewed a pot of tea and set out two teacups.
The gurgling sound of tea being poured into the teacup broke the awkwardness between the two who hadn't seen each other for a long time.
As they chatted and laughed, Yuuki placed his briefcase at his feet and looked at Fugaku with a puzzled expression. "What's this?"
In his view, Fugaku was introverted, always sullen, and looked older than his peers, not the type to give gifts.
"This is a small token of my father's appreciation on behalf of the family, which he asked me to deliver to Yuuki-kun."
"Family... then I won't stand on ceremony."
Fugaku complained, "You're really not being fair. You activated the three-tomoe Sharingan without even telling me."
"You know me, I don't like making a fuss." Yuuki shrugged helplessly. "Besides, I can't just wander around the clan territory with my Sharingan all day, can I?"
After exchanging a few pleasantries about the family's recent situation, Fugaku gradually relaxed and sighed helplessly.
"Yuuki-kun, have you heard about my father's recent plans?"
Yuuki recalled Fu Cheng's astonishing wisdom, his expression extremely complex.
"I've heard that the chieftain wants to gain the village's trust by participating in the war."
Especially when he heard that Fu Chengzhen had begun preparing for war.
Yuki suddenly felt his head buzzing.
For a moment, it was impossible to tell whether the clan leader was a dove or a hawk!
He's a dove, I suppose; he advocates starting a war against the Land of Rain.
He could be considered a hawk, but his attitude towards the village was extremely humble and utterly undignified.
As expected, the value of the Uchiha's extreme assessment is increasing!
"Do you think this method is right?" Fugaku asked, looking conflicted. "We've always wanted to gain the village's trust, but I feel it's wrong to use such a drastic method as starting a war."
Yuuki chimed in, "That's not a good idea, so what are you planning to do?"
Seeing Fugaku fall silent, his face contorted in struggle, Yuuki couldn't help but sigh, truly a father's departure and son's filial piety.
Fugaku Uchiha was not a qualified leader, nor even a good sword.
Throughout his life, Fugaku's decisions were always characterized by hesitation and indecisiveness.
The coup was not radical, and the compromise was not thorough.
How can the new Uchiha clan be managed well if such people are allowed to enter the Uchiha leadership?
Thinking this through, Yuuki had a flash of inspiration and decided to point out a new path for Fugaku.
The ease on his face vanished, and he looked directly into Fugaku's eyes, saying seriously, "Are you opposing for the sake of opposing?"
"If you think the clan leader's plan is bad, you should think of solutions and then carry them out!"
"Instead of looking gloomy and pretending to be devoted to the village and the family!"
Fugaku was taken aback by Yuuki's strong words, and then quickly echoed, "Yes, yes... So, how can we gain the trust of the village's higher-ups?"
You can't make a good impression!
Yuuki changed the subject, feigning confusion, and asked, "Speaking of which—where does the rift between the clan and the village come from? I heard that a senior named Uchiha Kagami served as the Second Hokage's bodyguard. Logically speaking, there shouldn't be any rift between them!"
"No...that's not right." He seemed to remember something: "Is it because of Elder Setsuna?"
Fugaku sighed, somewhat resentfully, "That's right. Elder Setsuna's actions back then... made the Second Hokage extremely wary. Not all Uchiha have that kind of intention."
Yuuki advised, "Inheriting the aspirations of our predecessors is what the younger generation should do. The Second Generation's concerns aren't unfounded. Look at Elder Setsuna; after she was released, she had so many followers, didn't she? Sigh~"
After speaking, Yuuki looked worried and frustrated.
"Yes." Fugaku's expression suddenly froze, and his mind went blank.
Yup!
Elder Setsuna was imprisoned for nearly ten years, yet he still has many followers.
As the disciple of the Second Hokage, wouldn't the Third Hokage inherit the Second Hokage's will?
Not to mention that several other high-ranking members of Konoha were also disciples or shadow guards of the Second Hokage.
Do the higher-ups in Konoha really trust the clans?
"The Fourth Hokage is the only way we can reconcile with the village!"
Fugaku Uchiha understood!
There are three things that have had the greatest impact on the estrangement between the village and the family!
Madara Uchiha's Nine-Tails attack, Setsuna Uchiha's rebellion within the village, and the infighting for clan leadership.
Undoubtedly, the current Konoha leadership has personally witnessed the occurrence of these three major events!
Their stereotypes about the Uchiha clan are impossible to correct!
We can only place our hopes on the next Hokage.
A Fourth Hokage with a more open mind!
Seeing that he had successfully led Fugaku astray, Yuuki felt a little gratified.
We've finally gotten this guy back on track.
Whether Fugaku intends to compete for Hokage himself or support a new Hokage to take the position.
At least they won't have the audacity to offer up their entire clan to Hiruzen Sarutobi!
The crisis of annihilation has been temporarily alleviated!
......
Late at night, at the clinic.
"Konoha Hospital is on the verge of collapse! A bunch of parasites are sucking our blood!" Ueda Tetsuchi, his face flushed from drinking, shouted in a fit of rage, "Saving Konoha is our duty!"
Hearing Ueda Tetsuchi's words, Yuuki silently poured a glass of wine and handed it to him: "Squad Leader Ueda, drink less."
People speak the truth when they're drunk, so drink more!
Ueda Tetsuchi took the wine, drank it all in one gulp, and then collapsed onto the table, weeping bitterly.
Yuuki poured himself a glass of water, and while eating, he recalled the experience that Ueda Tetsuchi had just described.
The first issue is the subsidy fund.
It involves Koharu Utatane, one of Konoha's F4.
Koharu Utatane is the current advisory elder of Konoha, and also serves as the medical director and hospital director.
His main responsibilities include providing advice to the Hokage, manufacturing and selling pharmaceuticals, and managing the establishment of Konoha's medical system.
He is a prominent figure in the entire Hidden Leaf Village, and theoretically, his status could be ranked among the top five!
When the issue of a shortage in the treasury was reported, Koharu Tsunematsu vehemently denied it and issued a gag order to prevent the problem from escalating.
After multiple unsuccessful attempts to report the matter, Ueda Tetsuchi bypassed the medical department and reported directly to the Hokage.
After receiving a compliment, nothing more was done.
Secondly, public opinion events.
Since the subsidy incident sparked public outcry, Ueda Tetsuike has faced unprecedented pressure!
He was stripped of most of his power, leaving him with only a title.
Representatives from various departments and classes relayed a message demanding that the investigation be stopped.
Finally, and most importantly, is the issue of what truly breaks Ueda Tetsuchi's mindset.
Civilian personnel!
Based on the numbers he investigated, there were more than two hundred extra civilian staff in the medical logistics team and the front-line team!
However, this group of people is not on the list of those who passed the medical genin exam!
This shows that they have no knowledge of medical ninjutsu at all!
A hospital can't possibly afford to house so many unrelated people!
That's why Ueda Tetsuchi cried out in despair: Konoha Hospital is finished!
Yuuki also felt that there were too many clerical staff.
After a while, Ueda Tetsuchi sobered up considerably, and his tone softened as he said worriedly, "As far as I know, some clerical staff are even paid more than front-line medical ninjas. If this continues, problems will inevitably arise sooner or later!"