Naruto: Yes, Uchiha-sama.

Chapter 29: Senju Tobirama: Corruption, oh no! The money saved should be used to support my scientific research!
This time, Sarutobi Sasuke came to Konoha, not only to discuss with Senju Tobirama about the collective relocation of the Sarutobi clan to Konoha, but also to introduce his son Sarutobi Hiruzen to Senju Tobirama.

If possible, Sarutobi Sasuke also hopes that Senju Tobirama can accept Sarutobi Hiruzen as his apprentice.

This was a decision Sarutobi Sasuke made after careful consideration.

Some time ago.
Sarutobi Sasuke came to the village to investigate.

The village's strength is unquestionable. After all, it was a village jointly established by the Uchiha clan and the Senju clan.

Of course, this news is known to everyone.
The most important thing is that Sarutobi Sasuke has almost figured out a key issue concerning the future development of the Sarutobi clan.

When the Sarutobi clan moves to Konoha in the future, who should they lick and which side should they take?

Who should I lick? Of course, I should lick the person who is in charge.

Standing in a team? Of course, the person who stands in that team has the final say.

You can't just follow the second-in-command and eat the leftovers!
Then who is the boss of the village?
The one who is on the surface is undoubtedly Senju Hashirama.

But the person actually in charge is Tobirama Senju!

Senju Tobirama is called assistant, but he is actually regent!
The final say on Konoha's development!

Sarutobi Sasuke witnessed with his own eyes the scene where the famous ninja master Hashirama Senju was scolded by Tobirama Senju and was forced to squat in the corner and draw circles.

That's it!

In the end, Hashirama Senju even nodded and begged Tobirama Senju not to be angry.

Seeing such a famous scene
Sarutobi Sasuke could tell how terrifying Senju Tobirama's say in the village was, it could even be described as overwhelming power!
If the Sarutobi clan wants to obtain sufficient resources in the village and develop in the long run, they must establish contact with Senju Tobirama.

In the Ninja World.
Apart from blood relatives, the closest relationship for a ninja is with his disciples.

If Sarutobi Hiruzen can become Senju Tobirama's disciple, the Sarutobi clan will have a backer in the village. At the same time, this is also a token of the Sarutobi clan's allegiance.

"Master Tobirama, leave this matter to me!"

"I'm already a ninja who can stand on my own!"

At the signal from his father Sarutobi Sasuke, Sarutobi Hiruzen immediately stood up with a loud voice and an expression full of confidence.

"Sir Tobirama, me too!"

Danzo Shimura came out a beat late.

"That's it"

Senju Tobirama raised his head and looked at Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo in front of him.

Although they are not yet adults and look only fourteen or fifteen years old, for this cruel ninja world, a child who can live to the age of fourteen or fifteen can indeed be called an independent ninja. When he was seven or eight years old, he followed his father to the battlefield to eliminate the inherently evil Uchiha!

"Master Tobirama, please leave this matter to Hiruzen!"

"It just so happens that I'm planning to let him be in charge of purchasing supplies this time. Hiruzen is my son, and one day he'll have to shoulder the burden of the Sarutobi clan. It's time for him to do that."

"Delivering the letter was just a matter of convenience."

As Sarutobi Sasuke said this, he began to unconsciously praise Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"I just happened to have this plan, Danzo, and it's about time."

The same was true for Shimura Shishin who was standing next to him. Considering the future of the Shimura clan, he also hoped that Senju Tobirama could accept Shimura Danzo as his apprentice.

"Well, since both of you said so, then alright."

Tobirama Senju nodded. It was just delivering a letter to the daimyo of the Land of Fire. Hiruzen Sarutobi and Danzo Shimura were also going to the Land of Fire to buy supplies. What could possibly go wrong?
Seeing Senju Tobirama nodded in agreement.

Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo showed joy on their faces. Delivering the letter was just an excuse.

The most important thing is to get the opportunity to spend time with Senju Tobirama.

Then it was time for Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo to perform.

In order to ensure the success of the letter delivery mission, Sarutobi Hiruzen took the initiative to talk about his fire-style ninjutsu, while Danzo Shimura on the side used his wind-style ninjutsu.

Senju Tobirama cooperated with their performance and also pointed out the shortcomings of Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo in their understanding of ninjutsu. At this point, Senju Tobirama could probably guess what Sarutobi Sasuke and Shimura Shima were thinking.

It’s not impossible to accept a disciple.

Apart from the disadvantage of wasting precious time to teach students, the rest can be said to be advantages.

In the future, the Sarutobi clan and the Shimura clan will support him and will not be corrupted or lured by the inherently evil Uchiha clan. With the support of the ninja clan, it will be very helpful for Senju Tobirama to better control the village in the future.

This went on for a while.

Sarutobi Sasuke and Shimura Shima finally told the second purpose of their coming here today.

"Sir Tobirama, you are indeed a powerful ninja. You are truly knowledgeable and it is effortless for you to instruct these two. I wonder if you would be willing to accept Hiruzen/Danzo as your apprentice."

"Take in a disciple. Well, it's not impossible, but my standards for selecting disciples are not low."

Senju Tobirama said this, although he really intended to accept Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo as his disciples, he certainly could not agree to it so easily.

As the saying goes, good things come to those who wait.

There are quite a few procedures to follow when accepting a disciple, and one must pass a certain test. Besides, I am Senju Tobirama. No matter what, I cannot accept two losers as my disciples. I have to save my reputation!

Necessary tests cannot be absent.

Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo showed excitement.

In just the brief exchange, both of them were impressed by Senju Tobirama. Being able to point out their shortcomings in understanding ninjutsu in such a short time was something that even their father could not do!

Even if it is not for the future of the family, they will find a way to become stronger and become disciples of Senju Tobirama.

"When you return from the Fire Nation, I will test you. If you can gain my approval, I will accept you as my disciples."

"Lord Tobirama, I won't let you down!" X2
Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo spoke loudly together.

The two parties reached an agreement, and Senju Tobirama brought up the topic of adult life again.

They discussed the list of supplies to be purchased, the relocation of the ninja clan, the planning of the ninja village and a series of other issues. Sarutobi Hiruzen and Shimura Danzo were listening, thinking in their hearts how to get the approval of Senju Tobirama as soon as possible after returning from the Land of Fire.

"Then it's decided."

"The village needs to buy supplies recently, so please stop by. That way, we can get a better price."

The Sarutobi clan and the Shisho clan plan to each put out nearly 200 million taels to purchase supplies. The village can subsidize them with 50 million taels each, and also put out another 300 million taels to purchase supplies, totaling 800 million taels. Such a large-scale purchase of supplies can save about 5%.

Even if you calculate it down to 5%, it's still a huge expense.

The money saved will not be deposited into the public account, and some money will be kept to buy scientific research equipment. Hehehe. This is the harvest of my wisdom!

Really looking forward to it!
Senju Tobirama was thinking this in his mind.

(End of this chapter)