Chapter 122. The Old Man Starting a Business

Chapter 122. The Old Man Starting a Business

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In this regard, Killer Bee was very satisfied. He was greatly impressed by the open and vibrant dance atmosphere in Konoha.

As a result, the negotiations went very smoothly.

By making a slight concession and starting small, Yuto managed to get his industries to settle in the Land of Lightning. After all, the wool comes from the sheep, so it wasn't a problem!

Furthermore, the ninja world's economy wasn't particularly developed, so there were fewer restrictions on businessmen...

So, even though it seemed like a lot, it wasn't actually much.

The only issue was that Kumogakure was highly cautious about the Uchiha name. They only allowed Yuto to open his stores in specific areas, and it wasn't as many as in the Land of Water, but Yuto didn't mind.

As long as he could establish his industry, that was what mattered.

As for the rest... he'd wait until the people of the Land of Lightning had a taste of it.

After making another small step toward becoming the wealthiest, Yuto nodded in satisfaction.

The operations in the Land of Water were also going very well, and the stores would open in a few months. When that happened... the money would start flowing in, and he'd level up again.

However, there was some troubling news from Kirigakure. It seemed there had been some chaos in the village again... One of the Three Ninja Swordsmen, Suikazan Fuguki, had been promoted, and for some reason, the remaining two members of the trio had defected from the village.

At the time, the three had gotten into a fight, causing quite a disturbance in the village. In the end, Biwa Juzo had angrily shouted something like, "Letting a corrupt, treacherous person get promoted? Kirigakure is doomed!" before storming off in fury.

Of course, this had nothing to do with Yuto. He just made a note of it. It wouldn't affect his business in the slightest.

On another note, since Fugaku had returned, Yuto had been forced to put his breeding plans on hold! It had been a while since he'd last seen Itachi.

I wonder how that Itachi is doing now?

As for Fugaku... perhaps after relaxing, he seemed to have recovered. Though his expression remained as emotionless as ever, at least he didn't appear particularly gloomy anymore.

Looks like Sasuke might be... coming soon.

It seems that it was because of Mikoto that Fugaku didn't fall into darkness!

Perhaps his nephew had gone from being a reckless teenager to a shy, kind father not only because of Naruto's influence but also because... there was a woman in front of him who took care of the family for him.

A woman could soothe the darkness within the Uchiha.

Perhaps this is what love really is!

To avoid falling into darkness and being blinded by money, Yuto knew he had to work hard.

And in a few days, Minato would be getting married, but... Obito had become a famous figure in the ninja world, Kakashi had become the Three-Tails Jinchuriki, and the now elderly Third Hokage seemed to still have unshaken ambition for his best friend.

So...

What about the Fourth Hokage?

Is Minato still a candidate?

Why not send the evidence of Mitokado's corruption and bribery to the daimyo, and maybe give him a warning... maybe the Third Hokage will be ashamed of his friends and want to abdicate?

Also...

What about Madara?

Is he still alive?

It's known that Obito, after a series of unfortunate events, was now alive and well. The villagers called him "Tobi-sama," and anyone who dared speak loudly in his presence would be silenced, including the Hokage's son, who now had to show him respect.

Obito had become Konoha's number one figure, no longer believing in love.

Would he still be involved in some shady dealings with Madara?

Yuto sighed in frustration and rubbed his forehead. Then he relaxed his furrowed brows and let out a deep breath.

"Well, forget it! Let's work hard to make money first!"

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Money! Money! Money!

It's all because of money!

A bunch of vulgar people!

Danzo sighed and his face darkened with gloom.

Ever since he was ambushed not far from the Root base last time, he realized... Konoha wasn't as safe as he thought, nor as safe as Hiruzen had described it to be.

He was mentally exhausted.

Every time he stepped out, everyone looked at him with burning eyes. How could he calm down? Just because he was worth more, could they just stare at him? Could they touch him? Could they do whatever they wanted to him without caring about his feelings?

He was just worth more, and those people couldn't stop looking at his body.

Vulgar!

Crude!

But... this was all caused by money!

Danzo sighed again, deeply this time. The only place where he felt safe now was the Root organization... but wait! The Root base was a secret! How did those people manage to find it?

So...

[There's a traitor among us!] Danzo's eyes fluctuated between dark and light, his face changing from pale to flushed as he looked at the Root ninjas in front of him.

Suddenly, he felt...

Maybe I should go to Hiruzen?

But Hiruzen's gaze also made him feel a little uncomfortable.

Could it be...

That Konoha no longer had a place for him?

Danzo's eyes kept shifting, as though he was caught in some sort of internal conflict.

He hadn't expected... that his own subordinates had been corrupted by money?

Of course...

It could also be an Anbu ninja outside.

If it was the Anbu...

Konoha.

Has it become so corrupted?

In the end, he sighed once more and looked down at the respectful Root ninjas, snorting coldly but not revealing much.

However…

He did grow more cautious of his subordinates.

"Is Orochimaru returning soon?"

"The main force should be back in the village tomorrow," the Root ninja replied respectfully. "And Orochimaru-sama is expected to arrive tomorrow as well."

"Hmm," Danzo nodded calmly, his eyes half-lidded, his eyelashes flickering slightly, making it impossible to tell what was going on in his mind.

After a brief pause, he spoke indifferently, "When he returns, let me know."

"Yes! Danzo-sama!"

"Konoha has become corrupted. Money has blinded Konoha, leading the ninjas astray from the First Hokage's ideals of 'everyone for me, and I for everyone.' There is only money in their hearts." Danzo hesitated for a moment, as if recalling something. His eyes narrowed, and his expression grew serious. "Now! Only I, only you!" His voice grew impassioned. "Can save Konoha! We will put Konoha back on the right path! Even if we carry darkness within us, we are the heroes of Konoha!"

At these words...

"Danzo-sama!"

"Danzo-sama! Danzo-sama!"

The Root ninjas cheered, their eyes burning with fervor as they looked up at Danzo on his high seat, cheering continuously.

They swore to follow Danzo to the death!

Seeing this scene, Danzo couldn't help but feel relieved. Especially when he saw their passionate, shining eyes, the corner of his mouth curled upward, "Maybe I misunderstood!"

This was Root, after all!

Who would dare betray him here?

So...

Perhaps the information Kumogakure received came from somewhere else?

Indeed.

Has Konoha already decayed?

Danzo sighed deeply and pressed his hand down to calm himself. Once he was at peace, he stood up, filled with emotion. He shook his head and said nothing further. Under the gaze of everyone, he turned and prepared to leave.

Everything started with money.

If I also have...

Suddenly.

Danzo was stunned and his steps paused.

As if he had thought of something, his eyes became uncertain.

[If that Uchiha brat can go into business, open hundreds of stores, why can't I do the same?]

Especially after hearing that he even opened stores in Kirigakure and Kumogakure.

Just milk tea and barbecue, nothing special...

That's right!

If he had money...

Danzo's eyes suddenly brightened, as if he had found a path forward. He muttered to himself, "If I could get Hiruzen..."

Although Hiruzen had changed, he was still his close friend!

And if he teamed up with Hiruzen... how could they possibly fail?