Traveling through three generations: Making Konoha great again!

Chapter 84 The Prototype of the Materialized Manifestation of the Will of Fire (Fifth Update!)

"Any more questions?"

"We discussed everything together, and it was all for the sake of the village," Hiruzen Sarutobi said.

Naturally, no one thought it was wrong, but some were a little panicked.

Is this the treatment a ninja should receive?

"The next item is the ninja allowance for those who have been in arduous positions for a long time."

"Danzo, it's your turn."

He is now the head of the entire Dark Division, which naturally falls under his jurisdiction.

Danzo Shimura nodded, picked up the document, and glanced at it: "The Anbu, the Konoha Police Department, patrol units, and external intelligence organizations—"

"The specific list consists of 349 people, with a subsidy of one million taels per person—"

"In addition, the equipment and intelligence expenditures for the Dark Division also need to be upgraded, totaling 500 million."

Compared to others, Danzo was too lazy to explain anything redundant.

He felt a pang of regret for the wasted money—

In the past, at the root of the matter, a spell was placed on the tongue, the mind was slightly cleansed, and then food and clothing were provided!

But Danzo knew that if he dared to say that, Hiruzen would definitely send him flying—

This person is too stubborn about this now!

Danzo believes Hiruzen will regret it, but he hasn't found an opportunity yet, so it's not convenient to say anything.

This point is naturally beyond question.

Unless Hiruzen Sarutobi speaks up, no one is willing to fight Danzo Shimura in a duel.

At least not now.

"Next item: Public utilities expenditure."

"We will add a training ground and a hot spring for recuperation. Based on the suggestion of Committee Member Maruhoshi Kosuke, we will make targeted improvements to some ninjutsu commonly used by Chunin. Two hundred million."

"And, for some pilot programs that absorb non-Konoha ninja clans from the Land of Fire, two hundred million." Hiruzen Sarutobi and Orochimaru exchanged a glance.

"They won't be immediately incorporated into the official Konoha ninja ranks; they need to be assessed. The village hopes to supplement its combat population."

"Orochimaru, you take charge."

This portion of the money is primarily intended for Ibli and the Tsuchigumo clan.

The Iburi clan, being Yamato's maternal clan, essentially cleaned up the mess left by his beloved disciple.

To put it bluntly, Konoha needs to resolve some historical issues and replenish its fighting population.

It's time to prepare for a Land of Fire version of labor dispatch!

And this is necessary.

The mission is limited. If we rashly include them all, it will affect the existing Konoha ninjas, and an effective combat system cannot be formed in the short term.

The "selecting the best from the best" strategy also benefits the pride of the native Konoha ninja.

Hiruzen Sarutobi had another plan for this.

This is also a pilot project for absorbing Kirigakure and even ninjas from all sides, and a preliminary screening mechanism for the "Konoha Green Card".

So far, two-thirds of the 3.2 billion yuan has been allocated.

"Yes, teacher!" Orochimaru answered crisply as he stood up.

He was well aware of Hiruzen Sarutobi's thoughts; the Iburi clan was one of the stains on his reputation.

Washing it off yourself is naturally the best option.

Otherwise, Shimura Danzo, who was once his accomplice, would eventually use this incident to his advantage!

Even though Danzo and Orochimaru were once in cahoots, Orochimaru never overestimated the logic of this "Dark Ninja".

"Finally, there is the expansion and reproduction of Konoha's industry, and investment in scientific research projects."

"That's 600 million—"

Orochimaru was slightly surprised, as he had expected the investment in scientific research to be higher.

But 600 million is a large enough amount of general resources.

"Shin-chan, I'll requisition 90% of your wife's dowry."

Hiruzen Sarutobi suddenly spoke up: "Add it to the village's scientific research investment. With my personal sponsorship and some funds transferred from the Sarutobi clan, we can raise a total of one billion yen for scientific research funding."

Shinnosuke, Hiruzen Sarutobi's eldest son, is currently serving as an ANBU member, standing guard on the sidelines.

He was not selected as a member of the Konoha Committee.

"Father, conscription is fine, but I don't have a wife—" Shinnosuke said, looking confused.

"Do you want to have it?"

"I want to have one. Actually, I'm quite old, and I don't want to live at home all the time."

Shinnosuke replied humorously, "Asuma's pretty annoying, he keeps talking about his Blue Dragon Gang—"

"Alright, then find some time to go to the Land of Fire and bring back the daimyo's daughter—"

"Remember to be polite. If you need money, ask your mother. She has plenty."

Shinnosuke removed his mask, his mouth agape as if he could fit an egg in it: "Huh?"

"No, Father, isn't this basically selling me off?"

"The village will remember your contribution, Shinnosuke."

Hiruzen Sarutobi replied humorously, "But I must warn you, kid, you're not that expensive."

In an instant, this casual conversation made the atmosphere at the scene incredibly warm and friendly.

It was as if everyone had become one family, discussing the younger generation's wedding—

"Shinnosuke, don't worry, we'll give you a gift!" Hyuga Hizashi said with a big laugh.

"Yeah, tell Vice Minister Sakumo how many you want!" Jiraiya shouted.

Sakumo Hatake waved his hand generously: "Double for Jiraiya!"

For a moment, the Konoha committee members seemed to have turned into the old men and women at the east end of the village, chatting away.

Suddenly, Shimura Danzo spoke up: "Alright—"

The scene fell silent, and everyone assumed that the Hokage's assistant had caused the order to spiral out of control.

Danzo coughed lightly: "Don't fight over it, I'll cover all the wedding expenses."

In an instant, the quiet scene became even more lively.

Danzo and Hiruzen Sarutobi whispered, "Why didn't you tell me? I still have some money; it's not like I need to use my dowry, is it?"

Hiruzen Sarutobi beckoned Danzo closer and whispered, "How else can I, as Hokage, show that I've given my all?"

After saying that, he nudged Danzo with his shoulder and raised an eyebrow.

Danzo chuckled.

Hiruzen, you're not even embarrassed about contributing to the village?

Is it right to deliberately portray it as an attempt to win people's hearts and minds?

What a hypocrite!

Thus, the expenses for the first batch of Sacred Land Pills, amounting to 3.2 billion taels, have been clearly allocated.

Ultimately, the remaining 200 million yuan in working capital was integrated into the village's existing capital pool.

Hiruzen Sarutobi also emphasized that in the next allocation, priority would be given to Orochimaru's ninjutsu research.

Scientific research takes time to yield results; even if all the resources are invested at once, there is a high probability that no results will be achieved.

Therefore, the first batch of funds will address the visible problems, and the remainder will be invested in scientific research as much as possible.

Orochimaru looked at Hiruzen Sarutobi and smiled from the bottom of his heart.

Teacher, you truly support him!

Actually, he had already secretly done the math—

The three to four hundred million yuan allocated to labor dispatch and the improvement of ninjutsu were actually managed by him.

Even if we don't count the subsidies that Hiruzen Sarutobi paid out of his own pocket.

Including his existing research funding, the money he handled was enough to rival the entire village's pension.

"Alright, meeting adjourned." Hiruzen Sarutobi waved his hand. "Everyone's tired."

As the Konoha committee members walked out of the room...

Shinnosuke, all smiles, handed out one set of uniform after another to everyone who went out.

It was similar to the usual Konoha ninja uniform, except that the sleeves had patterns resembling those of a sacred robe.

It is the exclusive clothing of the "Konoha Committee".

Clothing that signifies status helps enhance the sense of identity and belonging among the "Konoha Committee members."

Hiruko immediately changed into the clothes and happily touched the short-sleeved shirt.

He was still thinking about how to subtly and elegantly let others know that he was a member of the Konoha Committee.

It's not enough for just ninjas; we need to let the vegetable vendors in Tanabata Street know too!

The Hokage truly understands everyone's heart.

Everyone turned around, wanting to thank Hiruzen Sarutobi once again for his special arrangement.

But what I saw was a scene that left a deep impression on me.

As the setting sun cast its rays, its fiery light swirled around him like falling leaves, intertwining with wisps of smoke.

It's a vivid representation of how fire thrives wherever leaves dance in the air.

Hiruzen Sarutobi leaned back in his chair, looking up at the sky as if observing the swirling smoke.

At this time.

A small patrol team from Konoha is outmaneuvering Minato Namikaze during a surprise inspection.

Uchiha En warily surveyed his surroundings, muttering, "Something's not right. I sensed that brat's chakra—but why did he suddenly disappear?"