This ninja in Naruto is unscientific

Chapter 213 Taking Office

Early morning, Konoha Science Research Institute, Building A Biological Laboratory.

Nishikawa Tetsu hummed an unknown tune, quickly buttoning up his white coat and neatly arranging the rows of freshly sterilized items on the lab table.

Today is a good day.

There were no trivial matters, no conspiracies, only him and that jar of White Zetsu slices.

With a thirst for knowledge shining in his eyes, Nishikawa Tetsu picked up the equipment, ready to begin his happy day as a research geek.

"Bang!"

The laboratory door was ruthlessly pushed open.

Nara Shikaku walked in looking utterly dejected, carrying a stack of documents taller than his head.

"Che, take off your white coat. This outfit doesn't suit you today."

Nishikawa Tetsu froze, protecting the White Zetsu fragment, and looked at Shikaku warily: "What? The police department exploded again? Isn't Fugaku-senpai here? If all else fails, let Minato fill in. I'm busy here!"

"The police department wasn't bombed, but news came from Daming Prefecture."

Shikaku slammed the letter on the table.

"The daimyo of the Land of Fire, and those powerful ministers who invested huge sums of money in this project."

"In their letter, they said that you must personally negotiate the launch of the State Grid project, the location of Chakra Appliances' exclusive store in the capital, and other cooperative projects."

"ha?"

Nishikawa Tetsuya's eyes widened, and he pointed at his own nose: "Are they out of their minds? Can't we just have a commissioner from the Ministry of Finance handle these kinds of business negotiations? I'm a researcher, I'm a technician! I have my own things to do! Besides, the first phase of the project hasn't even started yet, can't we just find anyone to handle it?"

"They don't trust anyone."

Shikaku helplessly shrugged and plopped down in a chair, looking even more tired than Nishikawa Tetsu.

He didn't want to be the lobbyist at all, but several high-ranking officials and his father insisted that he come, saying that after the Fugaku and Minato incidents, he had the closest relationship with Nishikawa Tetsu.

This is such a hassle!

"You have no idea how much those nobles see you. Last time you went to the capital, you fooled them... cough, you convinced them too thoroughly. In their eyes, you're the only one in Konoha who understands economics, and the only one who can lead them to wealth."

"The daimyo's exact words: 'If I can't see Nishikawa-kun, I won't feel at ease, and I won't even dare to spend any money.'"

"..."

Nishikawa Tetsu's lips twitched.

What's this? Because your business skills are too good, the client is clinging to you?

"I'm not going!"

Nishikawa Tetsu gritted his teeth and gripped the edge of the lab table tightly.

Negotiating with people is nothing compared to the joy of scientific research, especially when it comes to white asteroid slices containing interstitial cells. These are extremely rare, and who wouldn't want to study them?

"Nishikawa Tetsu, this isn't a question of whether you want to go or not."

A serious voice suddenly came from the doorway.

The two advisors, Mitokado Homura and Utatane Koharu, walked in with kind smiles that said "I have high hopes for you," which sent chills down Nishikawa Tetsu's spine.

"My two advisors..." A sense of foreboding rose in Nishikawa Tetsu's heart. "You two are so busy with important matters, how come you have time to come to such a shabby place as our research institute?"

"Hey! Your research institute looks much more comfortable than the Hokage Building. How is it shabby?"

Mitokado Homura chimed in, "Yes, if the Hokage Building is to be rebuilt next time, we will suggest to the Hokage that you design it."

"Alright, alright, enough with the pleasantries, let's get down to business."

Koharu Tsurugi said with a smile, "We feel that it's really inappropriate for you to negotiate with those famous nobles in your current capacity. After all, you're just the vice president of the research institute, so your position isn't quite right."

"Yes, yes, yes!" Nishikawa Tetsu nodded frantically, as if grasping at a straw. "I think so too! It's not related to my major! I'd better stick to research!"

"so……"

Mitokado Yan pulled a brand-new appointment letter from his sleeve.

"After discussions between us and Hiruzen, we've decided to give you more responsibilities."

"Add... burden?" Nishikawa Tetsu's smile froze.

"That's right."

Koharu, turning over to her dorm, slapped the appointment letter into Nishikawa Tetsu's arms, her tone full of encouragement:

"From today onwards, you will be the Vice Minister of Finance of Konoha, fully responsible for the national power grid project of the Land of Fire and matters related to attracting foreign investment. I will still be the Minister, but I will mainly be responsible for signing documents, and you will be in charge of all specific matters."

"???"

Nishikawa Tetsu looked at the appointment letter and felt like the sky had fallen.

"Vice Minister? Or the Ministry of Finance?"

"Doesn't that make it perfectly legitimate?" Koharu Utatane grinned like a cunning old fox. "Now the Daimyo won't have any objections, and you can generate more revenue for the village. How about it? Aren't you touched?"

Touched? I dare not move!

Nishikawa Tetsu was on the verge of tears. This wasn't a promotion; it was practically putting him on the hot seat!

"I'm still young, and my experience..."

"Hey, everyone has seen your abilities. You can sit here in this position with peace of mind. With me and Xiaochun backing you up, let's see who dares to give you a hard time!" Mitomon Homura put on a stern face, immediately displaying the aura of someone who had long held a high position.

"But...my research..."

"Research can be done in your spare time. Young people have plenty of energy, and we still have Orochimaru, don't we?" Mitokado Homura patted Nishikawa Tetsu on the shoulder. "Besides, if this project goes well, your research institute can get as much funding as it wants and buy whatever materials it wants. Isn't that a win-win situation?"

"..."

Nishikawa Tetsu remained silent.

Although reason told him it was a trap, the temptation to spend the money however he wanted was just too great.

"All right……"

Nishikawa Tetsu sighed and resignedly put away the appointment letter.

"I'll go, but let's make it clear first: it's a part-time job, I don't have to work in an office, I don't clock in, and I need to get a travel allowance."

"No problem, whatever you say!" The two advisors grinned from ear to ear, as if they could see countless silver notes beckoning to Konoha.

"And another thing." Nishikawa Tetsu's eyes darted around. Since he couldn't escape, he might as well take a few more down with him. "I can't go alone. I need an assistant, a professional assistant."

"Who do you want?"

"Yakushi Nonou," Nishikawa Tetsu said without hesitation, "She's made a fortune in the penicillin business these past few years to fund the orphanage."

"She knows the black market and legitimate channels in various countries very well, and she works at the research institute. She also acts as an agent for some products, so she's very handy to use. I need her to help me with some things."

Koharu and Homura exchanged a glance, revealing an expression that said, "You little brat, you planned this all along."

"You're the Vice Minister of Finance, so the power to appoint personnel is in your hands." Mitokado waved his hand generously. "As long as the other party agrees, you can sign the transfer order yourself. You don't need to report everything to us; we only care about the results."

"So generous?" Nishikawa Tetsuya was somewhat surprised.

"Not only that, but to prevent you from being too busy, we have also specially assigned you a capable assistant."

Xiaochun, who was turning over to her new room, clapped her hands.

The door was pushed open, and a man with a black ponytail and a small mustache walked in.

He was wearing a Jonin vest and holding an abacus. He looked shrewd and capable, around thirty years old, and bore a resemblance to Shikaku.

"This is Shikanobu Nara," Koharu Utatane introduced. "He's Shikaku's uncle and an expert in managing the Nara clan's family businesses. He's intimately familiar with all the policies of the Land of Fire. With him as your assistant, things will be much easier."

Nishikawa Tetsu looked at the Nara family uncle and was secretly delighted.

Good heavens, the Nara family is willing to send out such a talented person? They must have invested quite a bit of money themselves!

However, Nishikawa Tetsu didn't care, after all, they had sent over a top accountant!

With the Nara clan's intelligence and years of management experience, he could easily be given the position of vice minister.

"Senior Shikamori, it's a pleasure working with you."

"Vice-Minister Nishikawa, please take care of me." Nara Shikamori bowed slightly, shaking the abacus in his hand. "Shikaku said that working for you will lead to more and more work. Is that true?"

Nishikawa Tetsu rolled his eyes at Shikaku: "Don't listen to Shikaku's nonsense, Chun Chun just wanted to slack off."

Shikaku shrugged and did not refute.

You know exactly what kind of person you are!