Konoha: Uchiha Shisui's Advisor Alliance

Chapter 118: Changes in the Situation, Education and Industry
"I recently read the family history compiled by my grandfather several times and found a problem.

Before Konoha was established, although the Uchiha clan was surrounded by powerful enemies and had the Senju clan, a thousand-year-old feud, they had never been in a situation like being trapped in a swamp, unable to resist, before the appearance of the first Hokage.

Not to mention that the Senju clan has now retired, the Uchiha clan has become the number one family in Konoha, and there are many more ninjas in the clan than in the past, but the situation is getting worse and worse.

After thinking about it, I finally understood one thing. During the Warring States Period, the Uchiha clan's enemies were only the Senju clan and a few families that were on good terms with the Senju clan, but the Uchiha clan also had allies. We fought against each other and had our share of wins and losses.

At that time, it was difficult for families to completely trust each other. Although there were still some families around us that held hatred for us, their forces could not be integrated. But now, Konoha has been established for fifty years. The three Ninja World Wars have made the families in the village gradually understand each other, trust each other, and then become part of Konoha.

This power gradually integrated under the guidance of the Hokage, and from then on, being an enemy of the Hokage became being an enemy of all the families. "

At this point, Shisui sighed, "This is no longer a war between one family and one clan. Unless Madara's ancestor is reborn, the Uchiha clan has no chance of winning against Konoha in its current state."

"Unfortunately, the Uchiha were ultimately no match for the Senju in terms of strength. Their ancestors were stubborn and as a result, the Senju clan always held the position of Hokage. The first, second, third, and fourth generations were all either Senju or his disciples.

They have always been guiding the power of the Konoha Ninja Clan, and the family was experiencing an internal conflict. The family that originally had a good relationship with us was targeted, and we failed to provide timely support. In addition, due to the character problems of the clan members, the family betrayed us several times. The Uchiha clan has deliberately distanced itself from other ninja clans.

At this moment, I am isolated and helpless.

There is also the entanglement of the police department left by the second generation, which causes the conflicts between the family and the civilians to gradually accumulate.

During this period of time, every time I think of this, I feel deeply how difficult the road is. "

Shisui knew that although the Uchiha clan had escaped the future of being exterminated by Itachi thanks to his efforts, the Uchiha clan's problems had not been solved. The root cause was still there, and the contradictions would continue to accumulate until they broke out again many years later.

He must change the situation where the Uchiha are isolated.

"So this time, I need to make changes both inside and outside the family. Grandpa once said that ideas are as important as force, and the education within the family can no longer be the same as before."

No matter what the situation is, it is people who do things. If people cannot change, even if the situation improves, it will be in vain.

Sima Yi understood what the other party meant. He wanted him to help teach the next generation of the family.

However, he shook his head and refused, "It's a reasonable idea, but I can't help you with the responsibility of teaching the younger generation of the family. Not only can I not help you, no one can help you."

Shisui was stunned, thinking it was another test, and nodded in agreement.

Sima Yi knew that the other party did not understand the truth, so he explained: "After the second generation founded the ninja school, even though he did not have the strength of the first generation, the prestige and power of the Hokage still increased rapidly. Do you know why?"

"Because of the Ninja School?"

Since Sima Yi said so, Zhishui would naturally consider this aspect.

However, he really didn't understand it, because apart from giving speeches at the opening of the school every year, the Third Generation rarely came to the school and didn't do anything to win over the people.

"Since the establishment of the Ninja School, every Hokage has concurrently served as the principal. Although the school is managed by the vice-principal, the teachers in the school are basically ninjas carefully selected by the Hokage and who conform to the Hokage's philosophy.

With such a group of teachers around, the ninja children might be able to distinguish, but those born in civilian families would be easily influenced by them. In addition to the teacher-student status and annual speeches, they would naturally become close to each other.

After several years, when they graduate, their thoughts will be closer to the Hokage. After accumulating from generation to generation, the prestige of the Hokage will have been consolidated. The senior ninjas who come out from the civilians will also dilute the power of the ninja clan and shake the status of the ninja clan.

I have to say, this is indeed a good idea to deal with the powerful.

If the first generation had not been strong enough, the ninja clans would never have agreed to this system."

For the ninja clan, they do not need to learn ninja knowledge in the ninja school, as it would be a waste of their time here, but for ordinary people it is an additional way to advance.

This system actually has only one benefit for the ninja clan, which is that they can have more cannon fodder on the battlefield and do not have to use their own clansmen to fill the line.

Speaking of this, Sima Yi instead thought of his previous life. The method of cultivating talents through academies did exist, but it was not very effective because those academies were basically private, and very few civilians could enter the academies. The biggest function of the academy was not learning, but communication and expanding personal connections.

"So, educating the younger generation of the family is also a way to consolidate your position. The first generation is especially important. Even if you don't have time to discipline them personally, you should try to meet them and let them know you exist."

Shisui suddenly realized, no wonder the third generation would come to give a speech every year when the ninja school opened, it turned out that this was the effect!

"I understand, Grandpa. I will carefully arrange the education of the clan."

The clan school is for family inheritance, while the ninja school is for dealing with village policies, and both must be taken into account.

Of course, in addition to education, Shisui also discovered many problems, such as the police department, the relationship between families, and the relationship between families and civilians, but he only talked about these briefly.

As long as the tribe members' own problems can be solved, other problems are just difficulties in the situation and can be resolved one by one by some means.

However, Sima Yi shook his head and advised: "The method can indeed save you a lot of trouble, but this matter is different from those matters within the clan. You can do whatever you want behind closed doors. If you want to become Hokage, you must restrain your actions in secret and accomplish things in a kingly way, otherwise there will be endless troubles."

"The kingly way?"

Shisui frowned, not really understanding what the kingly way was.

Sima Yi did not explain directly, but asked: "Do you remember the last thing I taught you to do after you succeed?"

Shisui nodded and immediately responded, "Cross the river and destroy the bridge to block the way for future generations."

"That's right, but there is a premise to this statement, that is, only those who have obtained the position improperly need to do so."

"Is the position not right?"

"When you seized the position of clan leader, if you did not abolish it with the clan meeting, but directly drew your sword to attack, even if you succeeded in the end, it would still bring a huge hidden danger."

“Others will follow suit!”

Shisui suddenly realized and finally reacted.

"You have set a precedent. If you don't follow up, someone who disagrees with your strategy will use the same method to drive you out of the position of clan leader. If this goes on, the family will be in turmoil, people will be unstable, and they may even be taken advantage of by outsiders."

Just like when Wang Mang usurped the throne in the past, he left a standard procedure for future generations. Although Sima Yi did not do so, future generations must have understood what he meant, and there would be no problem as long as they followed the procedure.

As for the oath on Luo River?

Huh~
They are just some minor moral flaws. As long as future generations can ascend to the throne according to procedures, the Sima family will be orthodox. Are they afraid that these stains cannot be erased?

"I see, thank you grandpa, I will be careful." After saying that, Sima Yi stood up with the scroll and said, "Well, go ahead, you've been busy for a while, so take a rest."

"Yes, Grandpa."

In this way, another half a month passed. During this time, Shisui had more things to do. In addition to practicing and handling affairs inside and outside the clan during the day, he also had to go to the great elder to memorize family records, and after returning at night, he had to tell Sima Yi one by one.

After talking with Sima Yi, he went back to the house to study the art of sealing. After finishing the study of the art of sealing, he also had to memorize the clan studies textbooks that Sima Yi helped to compile.

Zhishui was very busy, but fortunately Sima Yi did not stand idly by after he completed the centralization of power in the family. With his help, the newly recovered industries were quickly transferred smoothly and the family returned to stability.

Shisui is also fully aware of the power of his family.

"Including the monthly gifts from merchants outside the clan, the family's monthly income is about 2000 million taels.

After sorting out the lists hidden by the elders, there are 1446 clan members, including 627 ninjas, 137 jonins (including special jonins), 300 chuunins, and 190 genin.

This income is probably not enough to support the whole family."

It is certainly enough to feed the tribe members, but ninjas need to practice, they need resources, and in some cases they need to be rewarded. Unfortunately, the Uchiha bloodline is strong enough, and the proportion of tribe members who become ninjas is too high, so this money is far from enough.

"However, with the money sent by several elders, plus the original money, we still have 400 million taels in our hands. I plan to use it for family education and expanding the family business."

As for education, Shisui has been almost ready after half a month of repeated thinking, and has carefully selected a group of teachers from the clan. Of course, he still has to go to the Ninja Academy, which is a policy issue.

Later, at the suggestion of Sima Yi, the disciplines were expanded from the original four subjects of theoretical knowledge, taijutsu, ninjutsu, and genjutsu to ten subjects including clan history and ninja world history, ideology and politics (will of fire (bushi)), basic theory, ninjutsu, taijutsu, genjutsu, sealing techniques, medical care, practical teaching, and etiquette.

Among them, basic theory, ninjutsu, taijutsu, illusion, sealing technique, medical treatment, and practical teaching are exclusive to ninjas, while the other three are public compulsory courses used to popularize education and cultivate those who do not have ninja talent.

Ideology and politics are taught by Shisui's clone, with one lesson per month, mainly for the purpose of understanding the will of fire and loving the village (to strengthen family values).

The clan history and world history are taught by Huilai, mainly for the purpose of understanding the clan and the ninja world and broadening one's horizons.

The teaching materials were compiled by Sima Yi with reference to the records collected by the daimyo who were brought back from the capital by Shisui.

Not only that, Sima Yi discovered a problem when reading these records.

That is why would a ninja who possessed such power obey the daimyo?

After thinking for a while, he gave two guesses.

First, the daimyo's family was once extremely powerful and had the power to subdue the ninja world. Even though it weakened later, it still ruled the country for a long time. Its legitimacy was deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, making later ninjas accustomed to such a special existence.

Second, there were daimyo first and then there were ninjas.

After the daimyo had existed for a long time, a special group of ninjas suddenly appeared. Although they possessed powerful strength, they were accustomed to the existence of the daimyo and recognized his legitimacy.

Although it seems ridiculous, the shackles of thought are difficult to overcome.

Just as Duke Zhuang of Zheng shot down the majesty of the Zhou emperor with an arrow, the Zhou emperor was inviolable no matter how weak he was.

In Sima Yi's view, it is only a matter of time before the current daimyo is replaced. As long as the first archer appears, the ninja will find that the noble daimyo is actually weak.

Sima Yi analyzed the previous Ninja World Wars and the family wars during the Warring States Period, and found the shadow of the daimyo.

But he didn't mention any of this to Shisui.

Next was etiquette. Sima Yi drew on the court etiquette of Daming and trained a group of people as teachers.

Shisui didn't quite understand this. Compared to the Hyuga family, the atmosphere in the Uchiha family was relatively relaxed, and there was no need to learn such things.

In this regard, Sima Yi advised, "If you want to change the image of the family, etiquette is indispensable. As a noble, even if you don't care about it in your heart, you must integrate it into your daily life. This is not only a change in temperament, but also a kind of restraint. For a family like the Uchiha with a peculiar character, restraint is even more indispensable."

"In addition to these, we also need to reserve enough funds to expand our intelligence network, preferably to reach Kyoto, so that we can get in touch with the daimyo or ministers at any time. In addition, we must reserve some funds for emergencies."

Sima Yi shook his head after hearing Shisui's assignment, and then made a suggestion.

"Grandpa wants to use the power of the Daimyo?"

Shisui became interested. His insistence on maintaining the trust of three generations had brought him a lot of convenience, and now maybe he could do it again.

"If we want to go that route, we can't avoid the Hokage and the Daimyo, and I heard that the Daimyo is already old. If there is a chance, it will be convenient for us to know the situation in advance."

"Then let's put the family business expansion on hold. I plan to discuss with the third generation to see if I can get some mission shares."

Although Shisui said this, he was actually unsure. There were only so many tasks, and who would give the benefits to Uchiha for no reason?

"You don't have to worry about the money. It is indeed difficult for Uchiha to expand the industry in Konoha in his current state, but the Land of Fire is so big, why should we be confined to the land of Konoha?"

"Outside Konoha? Grandpa is talking about those foreign merchants!"

Shisui suddenly realized, and immediately thought of the salt merchant Kamimura Takeshi, who was a merchant specially selected by Sima Yi and had been observed till then.

He actively cooperated with Uchiha's several actions, and Hui was very satisfied with him.

"That's right. The ninja business in the village has been almost divided up. If the Uchiha wants to expand, it will offend other families. But if it is an ordinary industry, the power of the Uchiha can fully support some businessmen to achieve a monopoly.

But the village is too small after all, and the benefits we can get are limited. We can train these people to go outside the village, and then select some people trained by the family to take over after the situation stabilizes. "

Shisui suddenly remembered the account books he had looked through before. These salt merchants could make a profit of 8 million taels from Konoha every month.

Konoha has only more than 300,000 people and it is still like this. If they can extend their tentacles beyond Konoha, with the support of Uchiha, they can easily wipe out most of the salt merchants. Even if they only occupy one strip of land, they can still make hundreds of millions in profit every year.

Shisui's eyes turned red. He had to get the money for the family's sake.

"It seems like it's time to meet this salt merchant."

(End of this chapter)