Chapter 160: Seven-Tails Chomei
Chapter 160: Seven-Tails Chomei
"Salute Lord Douhuan! Loyalty!" Tobi still saluted upon meeting, and his saluting posture became increasingly standard. It seemed he hadn't learned little while in the Security Department.
"Loyalty." Uchiha Douhuan also patiently returned the salute, then looked towards Black Zetsu: "Why has Ancestor come?"
"I was a little worried, so I came to see. However, is the Seven-Tails really obtained just like that? You don't plan on returning it?" Black Zetsu asked.
"Could it be fake?" Uchiha Douhuan chuckled. "Return it? After the Seven-Tails reaches Konoha, how could it possibly be returned to them? Do I look like that fool Senju Hashirama?"
"Truly astonishing, Douhuan. Choosing you back then was indeed correct," Black Zetsu said joyfully.
"Things aren't over yet, Ancestor. The Akatsuki organization still needs your help to contact them," Uchiha Douhuan said unhurriedly. "That Akatsuki member who took my mission to bomb the Land of Lightning's factory last time, will he accept this task? I hear he's a rogue ninja from Takigakure."
"Hehe, that fellow defected quite some years ago. It's hard to say if anyone in Takigakure even remembers him now. Besides, that guy only recognizes money. As long as the money is right, everything is negotiable," Black Zetsu said. "Moreover, Akatsuki isn't just him as its only powerhouse. However, wouldn't it be better for us if Takigakure were destroyed by the Land of Earth? If Takigakure is destroyed, wouldn't the Seven-Tails rightfully belong to us then?"
"Ancestor, take a longer view. If Takigakure cannot hold out, we can only obtain one Seven-Tails. But if Takigakure holds out, we can easily obtain all the other Tailed Beasts in the future," Uchiha Douhuan stated. "Therefore, Akatsuki's role in this is crucial. They must help Takigakure tie down Iwagakure's high-end combat power. Additionally, hint to Akatsuki that the remuneration should preferably be a bit higher, ideally enough to make Takigakure quickly spend the loan they borrowed from us."
"Alright, I understand," Black Zetsu could only nod upon hearing this.
After Black Zetsu and the other departed, Uchiha Douhuan sent someone to summon Kado.
Before long, Kado arrived at the Hokage office, looking at Uchiha Douhuan with the reverence one would show a god.
These major merchants naturally had their own information channels. Upon hearing the news of Iwagakure invading Takigakure, Kado immediately couldn't sit still. The first batch of goods from their ninja tool factory had already been produced. Kado was originally worrying about who would buy such a large batch of goods, but now that war had started, there was no need to worry about buyers for this shipment at all.
And then thinking about what Uchiha Douhuan had previously told him, that the ninja world was about to fall into chaos, the current Kado was filled with awe and reverence for Uchiha Douhuan.
[His Excellency the Grand Minister of State always says he doesn't understand business, but compared to His Excellency, we are the ones who truly don't understand business! Selling goods to those who need them isn't real skill; being able to sell goods to those who don't need them is true skill. But His Excellency the Grand Minister of State, this is making those who don't need the goods proactively come to buy them! This is simply a miracle!]
Uchiha Douhuan was also amused seeing Kado's expression, and subsequently chuckled, "It seems you've heard the news."
Kado nodded, then smiled fawningly, "Your Excellency Grand Minister of State is a master strategist, having calculated this war months ago! This way, we won't have to worry about sales for our goods!"
"More than just not worrying about sales," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled. "Do you know why I called you over?"
"Is it to sell this batch of ninja tools to the Land of Waterfall?" Kado ventured. "Please rest assured, Your Excellency Grand Minister of State, I will definitely sell this batch of ninja tools for a good price."
"There's no need to trouble you for this. This batch of ninja tools has already been pre-ordered," Uchiha Douhuan shook his head and then said. "Just now, the leader of Takigakure already signed the purchase contract."
"Ah?" Kado was stunned upon hearing this. "So quickly?"
"Hehe, although I don't understand business, my many years as a ninja have taught me one principle: speed is paramount in military matters. Since someone needs our goods right now, then we also need to finalize this deal as soon as possible. Kado, you've navigated the seas of commerce for many years; don't you think this makes sense?"
"Absolutely right!" Kado smiled fawningly. "That's exactly the principle! Your Excellency Grand Minister of State is too modest! You clearly have a remarkable understanding of commerce, yet you remain so humble. This truly makes me feel ashamed."
"Alright, enough nonsense," Uchiha Douhuan waved his hand and said seriously, "I called you over to discuss the details of this transaction. Takigakure has no choice in this transaction, but how much we can earn depends on ourselves."
"I am willing to share Your Excellency Grand Minister of State's burdens," Kado knelt and bowed.
"Get up. Take a look at this contract first," Uchiha Douhuan said, placing the series of contracts just signed with Iwata Sawaki in front of Kado.
Kado took the contracts and began to read them carefully, simultaneously calculating silently in his mind.
Seeing this, Uchiha Douhuan also closed his mouth, brewing a cup of tea for Kado on the side. To maximize the profit from this deal, Kado was undoubtedly the best candidate. The principle of leaving professional matters to professionals, Uchiha Douhuan still understood.
[The first batch of goods purchased via loan, priced at eighty percent of market value, is not a big problem. The current Uchiha can afford to float this amount. However, if subsequent transactions also need to be paid by loan, even the Uchiha's current cash flow might not withstand the pressure. Does Takigakure, in a state of war, truly have the ability to repay this loan?]
However, when Kado flipped the contract to the loan page, his pupils immediately constricted.
[The collateral for the loan is mineral resources within the Land of Waterfall? That makes things much easier! The value of these minerals far exceeds the loan amount. This way, if the other party defaults on the loan, it's actually more beneficial for us. However...]
A cup of tea was brought before Kado. Lost in thought, Kado took it and drank without thinking. Only after finishing did he realize he might have been a bit impolite. So, he quickly looked up towards Uchiha Douhuan.
"You continue reading, don't mind me," Uchiha Douhuan said after waving his hand. Kado was already one of his own now, so there was no need to fuss over such minor details. Besides, wasn't Kado currently helping him with business?
"Your Excellency Grand Minister of State, these contracts seem to have no major problems for now. However, outside of the contracts, there are some matters that require attention," Kado finally said after cursing himself a few times inwardly.
"If there are any problems, tell me," Uchiha Douhuan asked patiently.
"Firstly, the Land of Waterfall is, after all, purchasing supplies with a loan. If they can withstand Iwagakure's offensive, then it's fine; a contract in black and white means we don't have to worry about them defaulting. But what if they are defeated, and Iwagakure occupies the Land of Waterfall and doesn't recognize this contract?" Kado pointed out.
"Don't worry about that. If the Land of Earth dares to default on my debt, then I will naturally go find Onoki personally to demand it," Uchiha Douhuan said. "Besides, I reckon Onoki wouldn't truly fall out with Konoha over these minerals."
"I understand," Kado finally reacted. He had brought his usual business mindset into this. But who was this person before him? The Fifth Hokage! A powerhouse capable of suppressing an entire nation single-handedly! It was hard to say if anyone stronger than him could even be found in the current ninja world. Who in this ninja world would dare to default on his debt?
"This way, only one last problem remains: how long can this war last?" Kado stated. "If the Land of Waterfall holds out for too short a time, although we can make money, it will be very limited."
"Hehe, Kado, we must believe in our contract partners," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled pleasantly, poured Kado another cup of tea, and then spoke.
"Believe in our contract partners? Are you referring to the Land of Waterfall?" Kado asked.
"No, I mean the Land of Earth," Uchiha Douhuan said. "Although the quality of the Land of Earth's lower and middle-ranking ninjas is superior to Konoha's current standard, they don't have many high-level combatants. Once their few powerhouses are tied down, Takigakure, with our aid, should have no problem holding out for two or three years."
"In that case, there are no more problems," Kado didn't question Uchiha Douhuan's judgment of the battlefield situation. "This business can be said to be a deal with huge profit from no capital. Then, your subordinate congratulates Your Excellency Grand Minister of State on making a great fortune."
Subsequently, Kado worked busily through the night, finalizing the pricing for all ninja tools and supplies, before finally leaving the Hokage office.
Early the next morning, Shiranui Genma's team returned directly to the Hokage office using the Flying Thunder God Formation, bringing Kakashi and a young girl with light green hair and somewhat dark skin.
This young girl's face carried a hint of worldly innocence. Upon arriving at the Hokage office, she continuously looked around at the surroundings with curious eyes.
"Are you the Hokage Uncle Iwata said would protect me?" Fū looked at Uchiha Douhuan and asked curiously. "But you don't look much older than me."
However, as soon as she finished speaking, she was instantly stunned. The reason was simple: the Seven-Tails sealed within her body reminded her not to be impolite.
Others in Takigakure might not know how strong the Mangekyou Sharingan truly was, but the Seven-Tails still knew. After all, the one who captured him and brought him to Konoha back then was Uchiha Madara.
Shiranui Genma frowned upon hearing Fū's words. This little girl dared to be rude to the Hokage! But just as he was about to speak up and reprimand her, Uchiha Douhuan stopped him with a look. Subsequently, Uchiha Douhuan looked smilingly at this Seven-Tails Jinchuriki.
"Yes, I am the one who can protect your safety. As for whether I have this ability, the big guy inside your body should be very clear," Uchiha Douhuan said.
"But, I don't think I need others to protect me! I want to use my own power to protect our village!" Fū declared at this point.
"Understandable. After all, your village is currently in unprecedented trouble. However, do you truly have that ability right now?" Uchiha Douhuan chuckled.
"Why not! Chomei and I are very strong!" Fū said, somewhat unconvinced.
"Hehe," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled, activating his Mangekyou Sharingan. His spiritual power, enveloping Fū's consciousness, entered her seal space.
Inside the seal space, Fū hadn't even regained her senses before she found herself before a giant flying insect and was instantly stunned on the spot.
"This... this... what is this?" Humans' innate fear of giant creatures made Fū unconsciously take half a step back. However, at this moment, the beetle actually spoke in human language.
"Fū, it's me."
"Chomei?" Upon hearing the familiar voice, Fū also regained her composure, looked up through the seal towards Chomei.
"It seems this is your first time here," Uchiha Douhuan also appeared behind Fū at this moment and chuckled.
"Strong one of Uchiha, greetings." Chomei, upon seeing Uchiha Douhuan, nodded in greeting.
"Your temperament is much better than that big fox in our village," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled. "It seems you and this little girl get along quite well. No wonder you cooperated with Takigakure to change to the seal we provided."
"It was Fū's sincerity that moved me. This girl is one of the few willing to befriend a Tailed Beast," Chomei stated.
"Since that's the case, it seems the problem of you two not becoming Perfect Jinchuriki lies with this little girl?" Uchiha Douhuan glanced back at Fū, who made a face at him and turned her head away. "Has she not yet mastered your power?"
"Yes. If she rashly uses the Tailed Beast's power without being able to control mine, it will only harm her," Chomei said. "After using the new sealing jutsu, although the situation will be a bit better, I will not lend her my chakra until she truly has the ability to control the Tailed Beast's power."
"I understand," Uchiha Douhuan nodded. "I will teach her how to control the Tailed Beast's power."
"May I speak with you alone for a few moments?" Chomei suddenly said to Uchiha Douhuan at this moment.
"Of course," Uchiha Douhuan nodded, then looked towards Fū.
Fū then realized what Uchiha Douhuan intended to do and immediately protested, "This is too much! What matter must you discuss behind my back?"
However, her protest was futile. Uchiha Douhuan's Mangekyou Sharingan flashed in his eyes, and Fū vanished from this seal space.
"Speak. What is it?" After doing all this, only then did Uchiha Douhuan look towards Chomei and ask.
"Strong one of Uchiha, I hope you will not be too hasty in teaching Fū the techniques to control the Tailed Beast's power," Chomei said at this point.
"Why? Isn't your relationship with her quite good?" Uchiha Douhuan asked.
"It is precisely because I acknowledge Fū that I do not wish for her to be dragged into war," Chomei stated.
Uchiha Douhuan nodded. Chomei's meaning was clear: he only acknowledged Fū as his Jinchuriki, as for Takigakure Village, what the hell did that have to do with him.
(End of Chapter)
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