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Seeing Danzo's ambitious appearance, the Third Hokage couldn't help but remind him, "You're not planning to take it by force, are you? You can't withstand their Susanoo."
Danzo's expression changed slightly: "Hmph, why would I confront them head-on?"
Danzo waved the receipt in his hand: "Hiruzen, you can ask Fugaku to share the secret recipe in the name of supporting them."
The Third Hokage frowned: "I'm afraid Fugaku won't agree."
Danzo smiled sinisterly: "If he disagrees, there are plenty of ways to make him change his mind."
The third generation seems to be pondering: "What do you want?"
Danzo did not hesitate: "Restore the 'Root' organization."
The Third Hokage paced back and forth for a long time before finally fixing his gaze on the astonishing figures of the Uchiha clan's gains.
The third generation shook his head and said, "It's impossible to restore the 'root'."
Danzo remained silent. He understood that rebuilding the 'root' was not easy, but it was, after all, the daimyo's mission.
The third generation always had to give the daimyo some face, so he expected the third generation to have a second part to say.
The Third Hokage continued, "I can speak with the other ninja clans and not forbid them from cooperating with you."
Danzo said with a hint of disdain, "That's not enough, Hiruzen."
The third generation thought for a moment and said, "I'll give you two more honorary elder positions."
"Honorary Elder".
Danzo pondered for a moment.
Honorary Elder – every major ninja clan, except the Uchiha, holds this position.
They have no real power, but they have the right to make suggestions, and the votes they hold in the Hokage election are also crucial.
They already belong to the power elite.
To become an advisor elder, one must first become an honorary elder.
The Third Hokage had clearly reserved a position of honorary elder for Danzo.
The other is equivalent to the assets that Danzo operated.
Danzo, satisfied, then asked, "Hiruzen, who do you think is suitable as the other honorary elder?"
The third generation took a drag of his cigarette and said, "The security department can be mobilized now."
Danzo pondered for a moment.
The security department is currently managed by Hyuga Hizashi. The Hyuga main family is conservative in its thinking, and if there is any incentive...
Just then, Danzo's 'Root' members in the security force were expelled due to the Nakamura Kazuya incident, making him a dead end.
Out of gratitude to Kawasaki, Hizashi restricted the Root members, allowing them to patrol only from Konoha's first to fourth streets.
No other place may intervene.
If an elder from the Hyuga main family were involved, could Root be persuaded to take action?
.....
Inside the Hokage Building.
Fugaku suddenly received an invitation from the Third Hokage.
Therefore, he arrived at the Hokage Building early.
Upon entering the office, I saw the Third Generation Leader handling official business.
This is the first time I've seen the Third Hokage since the Cloud Village incident.
"Sandaime-sama."
Fugaku's mindset has changed drastically; he no longer harbors any feelings towards the Third Hokage.
When you foresee the destruction of the ninja world in the future, it's hard to feel respect for the Kage of a village.
Over the years, the Third Hokage had always maintained a kind and gentle image. He smiled and said, "Fugaku has arrived. Please have a seat."
Fugaku obeyed and sat down.
"What brings the Third Hokage to see me?"
The Third Hokage picked up his teacup: "Fugaku, it's been a long time."
"Your Uchiha clan has been developing very well lately, and as the clan leader, you have made great contributions."
Fugaku said calmly, "It's alright. This is all thanks to Kawasaki, and has nothing to do with me."
The third generation clearly sensed the change in Fugaku's attitude.
He said cheerfully, "Your Uchiha restaurants are very popular in Konoha."
Seeing that Fugaku did not respond.
The third generation then said, "Fugaku, the village plans to give your shop a lot of support."
Fugaku raised an eyebrow: "How does the Third Hokage plan to provide support?"
The Third Hokage took out a map of Konoha Village and drew a circle on it.
"The 'Chinese cuisine' shops are all concentrated on Bajie Street, while other streets have a lot of foot traffic, which is a huge waste."
The third generation said in a very serious tone.
"I plan to reserve eight shops for you on each street from the first to the seventh, so that your shops can be spread throughout Konoha."
Following the Third Hokage's gesture, Fugaku looked around and saw that the circle encompassed almost all of Konoha's bustling commercial streets.
If all these streets opened shops serving 'Chinese cuisine,' the Uchiha clan's income would undoubtedly double.
but...
Fugaku said apologetically to the Third Hokage, "Third Hokage, the Uchiha clan is short-handed, and we really can't manage so many shops."
The Third Hokage nodded: "I've already thought about this issue. I'll assign someone to manage the store; the Uchiha clan only needs to be responsible for technical training."
"Finally, we can divide the profits proportionally, Fugaku, what do you think?"
Fugaku sneered inwardly; so it was all for the secret recipe.
"No need, Hokage-sama, I think the Uchiha clan already has enough business..."
"We do not have the capacity to expand, and there are currently no plans to open new stores."
Fugaku stood up.
"I have many clan affairs to attend to. If there is nothing else, I shall take my leave."
After saying that, Fugaku walked outside.
Although the Uchiha clan's official income is less than one-tenth of Konoha's, the franchise fee from the Land of Rice Fields left by Kawasaki is substantial.
Fugaku was full of confidence and didn't need to care about the Third Generation's expression.
The third generation did not try to persuade Fugaku to stay, but calmly put away the map.
This time, he was only being polite first, but he had long realized that he could no longer control the Uchiha clan as he had before.
The Land of Wind, within the Hidden Sand Village.
"This is the recipe for plum juice, that is the recipe for grass jelly, and this is the secret recipe for herbal tea."
Kawasaki presented each of the proposed plans to Rasa one by one.
"This includes desserts, peach gum products, glutinous rice products, cough drinks, and poria cocos paste, etc..."
"Each one has a detailed record of the production method."
Luo Sha took the thick stack of plans. As the head of a village, his strategic vision was naturally keen.
He immediately recognized the business opportunity hidden within.
"These are products that I have carefully selected, and they are very suitable for the climate of your Wind Country."
"You find a reliable partner to run the business, and we'll split the profits proportionally."
Luo Sha frowned slightly: "What is your true purpose?"
Kawasaki smiled and replied, "As the Kage, if you were to push things along, our Uchiha clan would naturally benefit even more."
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"At the same time, it is also to find a powerful ally for the Uchiha."
Kawasaki deliberately emphasized the words "we Uchiha".
Rasa suddenly realized that the Uchiha clan currently held a dominant position in Konoha.
Both its economic strength and advanced combat capabilities are second to none.
However, its overall strength is still slightly inferior to that of Konoha, which combines the power of various clans.
What the Uchiha clan urgently needs is development.
Therefore, they decided to adopt a roundabout strategy, starting with the economy, in order to seize the position of Hokage.
As the vice-head of the Uchiha clan, Kawasaki generously offered assistance upon arriving in Sunagakure.
This solved the long-standing sealing problem that Sunagakure had been unable to resolve.
After examination by several members of the Rasa faction, it was confirmed that Kawasaki's sealing techniques were indeed extraordinary, and his arrival was clearly full of goodwill.
From now on, Gaara will be able to choose whether or not to communicate with Shukaku, completely eliminating the risk of losing control.
This move also facilitated the reconciliation between Rasa and Gaara, making Rasa realize his many past mistakes.
Although the process made Rosa unhappy.
But reality is harsh, and rules have always been made by the strong.
Moreover, Kawasaki Soki was merely an ally of the Uchiha clan.
Given such a win-win situation, Luo Sha couldn't find a reason to refuse.
“Alright! I agree. During my time in power, the Uchiha were our most steadfast allies.”
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