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Chapter 207 The Daimyo of the Land of Fire

On the official road leading to the capital of the Land of Fire, a luxurious convoy bearing the insignia of Konoha was slowly making its way forward.

"So... why has Jiraiya-sensei disappeared again?"

Inside the carriage, Nishikawa Tetsu looked helplessly at the scenery rushing past outside the window.

He had originally planned to get a good night's sleep on the way, but because the team leader had changed to Xiaochun from the dormitory, the atmosphere of the whole team became extremely serious, making him not even dare to stretch too much.

"They went to Mount Myōboku, saying they have some important business to attend to."

Minato Namikaze, sitting opposite him, explained, as he carefully wiped the dust off his headband with a handkerchief.

As the commander-in-chief of the battlefield in the Land of Grass, something suddenly happened just as the daimyo was about to hold a victory celebration for them...

"I think he's just going to avoid trouble."

While resting with his eyes closed, Fugaku Uchiha pointed out the truth incisively.

He was dressed in the formal attire of the Uchiha clan, with his arms crossed, exuding an aura that kept strangers at bay, even while sitting.

He wanted to spend his precious holiday with Mikoto, and this thought only fueled his resentment towards Jiraiya.

In another carriage, the three little devils from Class Seven were excitedly peeking out the window.

"Wow! Is that the city wall of the capital? It's so high!" Obito exclaimed, pressing his face against the window until it was distorted.

"Quiet down, don't embarrass Konoha." Kakashi said with disdain, but his eyes couldn't help but wander outwards.

Lin was helping the two men straighten their clothes: "We're about to meet your big names, can't you two be a little more serious?"

Rin's condition has improved a lot recently, which has also improved Obito and Kakashi's moods.

Normally, a Jinchūriki is not allowed to leave the village at will, let alone spoils obtained from Kirigakure.

However, the Third Hokage and the two advisors let them go, thinking that the Yellow Flash, the Leaf Village Shura, and the Leaf Village Reaper were all around.

……

The capital of the Land of Fire, Daimyo Prefecture.

This magnificent palace is a symbol of power in the entire Land of Fire.

Inside the banquet hall, the lights were bright and the sounds of string and wind instruments were pleasant to the ear.

The daimyo of the Land of Fire sat on a high platform, waving a folding fan in his hand. Although he was over fifty years old, he was still vigorous, and a shrewd glint would occasionally flash in his seemingly cloudy eyes.

"Heroes of Konoha, welcome to the capital."

Da Ming smiled slightly and glanced at the crowd standing below.

Koharu Utatane stepped forward and bowed respectfully: "Greetings, Your Excellency. The victory in this war would not have been possible without Your Excellency's strong support. These gentlemen are the outstanding young talents of Konoha who performed exceptionally well in this battle."

She stepped aside, leaving the stage to the three young people behind her, and began to introduce herself with great enthusiasm:

"This is Minato Namikaze, who single-handedly suppressed the Tailed Beasts and repelled the Hidden Cloud Village. He is known as the 'Yellow Flash' by his enemies. He is gentle and helpful, and is currently the leader of the Konoha Jonin team."

"This is Fugaku Uchiha, the head of the police force. He reformed the village's security system and even confronted the Eight-Tails head-on on the battlefield, demonstrating his formidable personal strength."

"As for this one..." Xiaochun paused, her tone becoming somewhat complicated, "Nishikawa Tetsu, the vice president of the Science Research Institute, he spearheaded research on many civilian technologies in Daimyo Prefecture."

The lord looked at the three of them with great interest.

"Since you're here, let's have a chat." The daimyo closed his folding fan. "I'd also like to hear your views on the future."

His gaze first fell on Fugaku.

"Captain Fugaku, the Uchiha clan has always been known for its strength. How do you think the relationship between the village and the nation should be maintained?"

Koharu's heart skipped a beat. Good heavens, he just arrived and he's already asking such a sensitive question. Cold sweat beaded on her forehead, fearing that Fugaku wouldn't answer well.

Fugaku stepped forward and answered neither humbly nor arrogantly:

"Power is for protection. The Uchiha's power is for protecting the order of Konoha. And the order of Konoha is for maintaining the stability of the country. As long as everyone performs their duties and trusts each other, this is the best way to maintain order."

Da Ming nodded without saying anything.

Then, he looked at the water gate.

"Jonin Minato, I'd like to ask you the same question."

The daimyo's sharp gaze fixed on Minato Namikaze: "In your opinion, how should the relationship between the village and the nation be maintained?"

Minato raised his head, a thoughtful glint in his deep blue eyes. After a moment, he smiled.

"In my view, the country is the soil, and the village is the tree growing on the soil."

"Fugaku-senpai was right, strength is the cornerstone of protection. But in addition to each person doing their job, I think what's even more important is—trust and symbiosis."

The sound of the water gate wasn't loud, but it echoed throughout the hall.

"The soil provides nutrients to the trees, and the trees shelter the soil from wind and rain. This should not be merely a cold employment contract, but a bond of shared honor and disgrace. Only when the country is prosperous and stable can the village obtain a continuous flow of blood; and only when the village is strong can the people of the country live and work in peace and contentment."

"Your Excellency, you and the people of this country are the bonds we must protect. This bond is not based on mere military intimidation, but on mutual protection."

Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Da Ming's eyes, which quickly turned into deep admiration.

Compared to Fugaku's answer, Minato's answer was clearly more insightful and humane.

They possess both the determination to protect and the gentle demeanor.

"Not bad." The daimyo had a good impression of Minato; this young man had the potential to become Hokage.

Finally, the daimyo's gaze fell on Nishikawa Tetsu, his eyes becoming somewhat amused.

"Vice Dean Nishikawa, I've heard so much about you. Especially those appliances, even my imperial kitchen uses them."

"That would be our honor," Nishikawa Tetsu said with a smile and a bow.

"but……"

Daming abruptly changed the subject, his tone now carrying a hint of warning.

"I heard that Konoha's finances no longer rely entirely on the Daimyo's allocation? You guys are making a fortune selling electronics and collecting protection fees... oh no, security fees."

The atmosphere in the hall froze for a moment.

When Xiaochun switched dorm rooms, her heart skipped a beat; it was Daiming expressing his dissatisfaction.

If a military organization becomes financially independent, it means that its financial backers have lost control. This is a major taboo.

Fugaku and Minato also looked at Nishikawa Tetsu with some nervousness.

Nishikawa Tetsu remained unfazed. The old man from the third generation was right; this daimyo was no pushover either. Luckily, he was prepared.

He stepped forward and took out a beautifully illustrated book from his pocket.

"Your Excellency, you have misunderstood."

Nishikawa Tetsu opened the picture book and showed it to the daimyo.

"The money we earn is not to escape the daimyo prefecture, but to give back to the country."

"Returning the favor?" Daming paused for a moment.

"Look, this is our proposed 'Infrastructure Construction Plan for the Land of Fire'."

Nishikawa Toru pointed to the exquisite illustrations in the picture book.

"We will use the money we earn to lay out an electric grid, build roads, and even establish a modern logistics system throughout the Land of Fire."

"In the past, when the Daimyo Prefecture allocated funds to Konoha, it was for military expenses, which were consumables."

"But now, Konoha earns money to fund the country's development; that's an investment, an added value."

Nishikawa Tetsu's voice was full of seductive power: "Imagine if every citizen in every corner of the Land of Fire had access to electricity, and if caravans could travel on paved roads, how much would the country's tax revenue increase? How much would your prestige rise?"

"The wealthier Konoha becomes, the more prosperous the Land of Fire will be. We are always the nation's sword, serving the nation."

"As for control..."

Nishikawa Tetsu smiled:

"All our industries can be subject to the supervision of the Daming Prefecture, and... we can even invite the Daming Prefecture to invest in us. This is a sure-fire way to make money."

As Daming looked at the grand blueprint and heard the words "shareholding" and "dividends," his initial worries vanished instantly.

Where else can you find such a good deal—one that allows you to build, make money, and regulate?

"Ha ha ha ha!"

The daimyo unfolded his folding fan and burst into laughter.

"Excellent! What a wonderful way to give back to the country! Vice Dean Xichuan, you truly are a talented individual!"

"Guards! Bring us wine! Tonight, we won't leave until we're drunk!"

Koharu breathed a sigh of relief, looking at the young man who was so at ease at the banquet, and thought to herself: This kid really knows how to smooth over anything.

The dinner continued in a peaceful atmosphere.

Minato and Fugaku were surrounded by a group of nobles offering them toasts, while Nishikawa Toru was hiding in a corner, discussing the specific proportions of profit sharing with the daimyo's finance minister.

Outside the window, the moon is bright and the stars are few.