Uchiha's personal opinion

But where exactly is the jurisdiction of the so-called new district police station?

The Eighth Hokage of Uchiha has been away from the village for some time and is somewhat unaware of the recent changes in the village.

"The village, through a resolution passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, unanimously decided to develop the Konoha New District. The House of Representatives will establish a New District Development Management Committee, and the Nakagawa Stock Exchange, the United Company, and various ninja clans will jointly fund the establishment of a village investment company to develop the eastern Nakagawa land project..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu explained.

"In addition, I've also arranged your partner..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu picked up another document and handed it over, saying, "Chief Inspector Minato Namikaze will be working with you to establish the new district police station. I hope you will work together harmoniously and cooperate well."

"I will do my utmost to fulfill my duties and will certainly live up to Lord Deguang's expectations!"

The Eighth Hokage of Uchiha immediately bowed and replied.

……

Konoha Village Investment Company was the final link in Uchiha Tokumitsu's effort to achieve soft control over Konoha.

Within the Uchiha clan's economic system, the Nakagawa Stock Exchange was specifically responsible for generating funds. Its main business was issuing and underwriting various bonds and profiting from interest rate differentials in large-scale capital flows. In addition, the stock exchange also undertook the task of issuing gold yuan for the shogunate, essentially serving as the central bank of the Tokugawa shogunate. Meanwhile, the United Company served as a link between the Uchiha clan and its internal and external vassals, maintaining a loose but large number of unofficial ninja forces. It also acted as a means of obtaining high profits through economic control and monopolizing supply sources.

One focuses on funding, another on commodity circulation, while the village investment company, as the last link in controlling Konoha, focuses on "infrastructure" that is closely related to the future of Konoha.

"To become as integral to the lives of every Konoha resident as water and electricity!"

This is the purpose of the Konoha Village Investment Company, personally drafted by Uchiha Tokumitsu.

Of course, Uchiha Tokumitsu actually had even higher expectations for the village investment company—

"Only death and village elections are inevitable!"

This is the real reason he advocated for the establishment of the village investment company.

The decision on the shareholding structure was made after multiple rounds of negotiations between the Uchiha clan and the Jonin House of Representatives and the ninja clan senators in both houses of parliament.

The House of Representatives and the Senate of Konoha hold 51% of the shares and have a say, with the House of Representatives entrusting the New District Management Committee to hold 30% of the shares and the Senate holding 29% of the shares.

It is called equity because the village investment company was jointly funded by the Uchiha clan, the United Company, the Nakagawa Stock Exchange, and various powerful clans. Before the village fully repays the principal and interest from the profits of the new district development, the collective shares controlled by the village can only extract no more than 30% of the profits for the construction of the village.

Of the remaining 49% of shares, the Uchiha clan owns 15%, the Nakagawa Stock Exchange and the United Company each own 8%, the Senju clan owns 6%, the Hyuga clan owns 5%, and other ninja clans and a few Jonin hold 7%.

Although the shareholding structure was very loose, everyone in the village except the Uchiha clan was very satisfied.

From the perspective of ordinary ninjas, the village holding 51% of the shares means that the village has absolute control over the new district. It is just a reasonable concession in order to raise funds as soon as possible to make it bigger and better. Moreover, even if the debts of the various clans are not fully repaid, the village investment company can still extract a portion of the profits to benefit the villagers of Konoha. This is a win-win situation - a win-win situation twice!

The common people who were exhausted from winning had no objections, and the ninja clan naturally had even fewer objections.

Although the Uchiha clan and the two organizations they actually control hold a combined 31% stake, this is not something the Uchiha clan can monopolize!

The Senju, Hyuga, and other ninja clans, as well as individual investors, are all equal shareholders except for voting rights. This means that everyone can interfere in the development of the new district or seek some benefits from it—such as the "long-term lease rights" of certain prime locations. There can be quite a lot of money to be made from this!

Although people can't eat much of the fatty meat from the new development, just by handling a piece of fatty meat, the oil they get is enough to make a pot of soup.

Furthermore, the Uchiha clan was originally capable of taking over the entire share of the new district development, but they still managed to force the other ninja clans to take 18% of the shares. This was a victory for the powerful Uchiha clan—the ninja clans were completely overwhelmed by the win!

As for the Uchiha clan's opinion on the village investment company, the reason is simple: they feel that losing 18% of the shares for no reason has significantly reduced their future profits.

In response, Uchiha Tokumitsu patiently convened a clan meeting to explain the situation to the clan members.

"The village belongs to everyone. The Uchiha clan shouldn't be trying to earn the last penny!"

"Although the family made some concessions on the shareholding, we still have a lot of say in the actual development process!"

"For example, if the land for the new development is located east of the Nanga River, then... besides the new development area, wouldn't the wasteland along the Nanga River also be..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu did not continue speaking, but his clansmen immediately understood his meaning.

"I didn't know you could do it like that!"

The group of Uchiha Jonin, who were proficient in various killing techniques, suddenly realized what was going on.

"Moreover, the development of the new district is not something that can be accomplished overnight. Apart from the empty shell of the village investment company, the actual construction needs to be carried out by professional companies. I believe that with everyone's capabilities, you will all be able to obtain the share you want..."

It's important to know that although the so-called "Konoha New District" is still a wasteland, Uchiha Tokumitsu, the candidate for the new district police station of the police department, has already been officially appointed. When that happens, it will be a piece of cake for ordinary Uchiha clan members to get involved in the specific affairs of the new district's development.

If the contractor has a good relationship with the Uchiha clan, then they can get the permits and start construction sooner. But if they don't get along with each other behind the scenes, then everything has to be done according to the rules of the New Area Management Committee—take it slow and do the work thoroughly!

In this way, resentment was directed at the higher-ups, while gratitude originated from the Uchiha clan.

No one in Konoha understood vanity projects better than Uchiha Tokumitsu.

Furthermore, the desire to "create wonders" is something every person in power has, and the high-ranking officials of the Konoha House of Representatives and Senate are no exception. Uchiha Tokumitsu did not believe that they could resist the temptation of high short-term profits from real estate.

Moreover, the other shareholder ninja clans do not have the vast financial resources of the Uchiha clan. If they want to profit further, they must support the expansion of the village investment company.

So, within the fixed total capital of the village investment company, what can be done if it wants to continue expanding in the short term? – Borrow money! Nanga River Securities Research Institute is dedicated to serving you!

I'm not afraid of you borrowing money, I'm only afraid of you borrowing too little!

For example, the commission from the village's task center can be used as collateral, as can the village's water and electricity facilities and fees. Even the offices of the House and Senate can be used as collateral if they wish!

After obtaining the funds, the village investment company cannot spend them at will. It must select partners from a designated range of "high-quality suppliers"—in this way, the money goes around in circles and returns to the Uchiha clan's pocket, and they also receive additional interest and other construction rights!

As long as they continue to expand through debt, the village's collective equity will only be able to extract less than 30% of the profits. In that case, the Nanka River Stock Exchange, which is actually controlled by the Uchiha clan, will truly win without lifting a finger!

"Furthermore, regarding the wasteland in Nanhechuan, the family plans to incorporate it into the family fund for unified development, and all profits will be divided equally among the people!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu dropped another bombshell on his clansmen: "Whether you are a ninja or an ordinary clansman, whether you are a child or an old person, your share of the development of the Naka River will be equal!"

Some large ninja families immediately showed satisfied smiles, while families with few members secretly resolved to have children as soon as possible!

While absolute equality does not equate to absolute fairness, it was one of the means by which the Uchiha clan stimulated population growth.

Elder Setsuna, who was sitting to the side listening, also showed a satisfied smile. Although he did not quite understand Uchiha Tokumitsu's way of doing things, which did not seek complete control but only valued practical benefits, he was willing to support him as long as it was good for the clan.

What pleased him most was Uchiha Tokumitsu's consistent approach to things: he did not pursue extreme profits, but was willing to share with his clan, vassals, and other ninjas in the village to a limited extent, thereby realizing the vision of making powerful clans even more powerful and ninjas even richer.

Even the privileges of the Konoha Governor-General were rarely directly exercised by Uchiha Tokumitsu.

Aside from his decisive handling of criminals like Sarutobi and Shimura, Uchiha Tokumitsu consulted with his clan and village on all other matters. He neither abused his power nor harmed the clan's interests. In addition, his martial virtue was extremely abundant, making him practically the most perfect Uchiha leader!

……

"Mr. Deguang! The New District Management Committee is all ready. When will the official development begin?"

Hatake Sakumo arrived at Uchiha Tokumitsu's office again, full of excitement.

At this time, Uchiha Tokumitsu had just signed the order regarding the amount of capital contribution from the stock exchange and the joint venture.

Let me see~

Uchiha Tokumitsu glanced at his schedule. "How about the fifteenth of August? It's the middle of the month, perfect for everything!"

"I have no objection!"

Sakumo Hatake immediately agreed.

After exchanging pleasantries, Uchiha Tokumitsu saw off the ambitious Hatake Sakumo.

"Indeed, developing rural areas through real estate is the key to success!"

Even an honest man like Sakumo Hatake was delighted by the flashy data presented by the traders at the Nakagawa Stock Exchange.

Of course, a ninja village cannot rely solely on real estate; military supplies such as various ninja tools and explosive tags are of paramount importance.

However, the benevolent Governor Tokuko did not want the village's ninjas to work so hard. He planned to invest in bringing all such arms businesses back under his family's control after the real estate development boom had driven Konoha crazy.

As for the village's ninjas, they only need to collect their share of the profits and perform some missions to earn a considerable income, thus contributing their strength to the village for life. As for the ordinary villagers, they can just enjoy the benefits of the village investment company, and the Uchiha clan will take care of all the dirty and hard work!

"How can there be such a good person as me in this world!"

Uchiha Tokumitsu muttered to himself.

Chapter 335 The Spring of Earth Release Ninjas

Overnight, Earth Release ninjas, who were originally at the bottom of Konoha's hierarchy of contempt, suddenly became highly sought-after and popular.

In the past, ninjas specializing in Earth Release had little status in Konoha. Apart from Orochimaru, there were few outstanding representatives among those proficient in Earth Release. Although Orochimaru's Earth Release skills were unparalleled in Konoha, his power system was not limited to Earth Release alone. Therefore, ninjas specializing in Earth Release had never held a significant position.

Ultimately, the reason is that Konoha has relatively few Earth Release ninjutsu lineages, and high-level ninjutsu are all passed down within the Hokage lineage. Ordinary Konoha ninjas simply cannot access them, and even those with talent are buried.

Furthermore, compared to elemental ninjutsu such as Fire Release and Wind Release, Earth Release's attack power is relatively inferior; moreover, Konoha cannot, like Iwagakure, muster a large number of Earth Release ninjas to form a separate army to exert combat power; therefore, Earth Release ninjutsu is absolutely weak and insignificant in Konoha.

But the development of the new Konoha district changed the situation of Earth Release ninjas!

The construction of a ninja village is completely different from an ordinary civilian building a house on their own.

As a military organization, a ninja village not only needs to provide living and commercial spaces, but more importantly, it needs to build various defensive measures and military buildings, which requires the participation of ninjas, especially those with excellent earth-style skills.

Because even the Senju clan no longer has any Wood Release ninjas in Konoha, it's no longer possible to build the village's basic framework like when Hashirama Senju first founded it. Therefore, the development of the new area now requires Earth Release ninjas to use ninjutsu to compact the ground and use chakra to forge stone bricks with strength comparable to steel. These bricks will then be used as the foundation to build the functional areas and defense system of the new Konoha district.

"Legend has it that Lord Hashirama clasped his hands together on the Shadow Rock, then slapped the ground, and the village's infrastructure was completed..."

Sakumo Hatake exclaimed, "What incredible power this is..."

"The Wood Release technique is now a thing of the past."

With a flourish of his pen, Uchiha Tokumitsu signed his name on the first infrastructure investment for the village investment company, then handed the document to Hatake Sakumo, saying, "So, we should carefully select talent, train the team, and build a masterpiece that will last a thousand years..."

"The stone bricks condensed by the first batch of Earth Release ninjas who participated in the test were seriously substandard. They either lacked sufficient compressibility or were the wrong size, and many of them collapsed shortly after the chakra dissipated..."

Sakumo Hatake casually remarked, "Should we lower our standards a bit?"

"No rush, no rush..."

Uchiha Tokumitsu said with a smile, "Then let's take it slow. After all, this is a new district of the village, and as a model for the ninja world, it needs to be held to high standards and requirements."

"That makes sense."

Sakumo Hatake nodded, agreeing wholeheartedly.

As for Orochimaru, who is arguably the strongest Earth Release ninjutsu user in Konoha, both of them tacitly refrained from mentioning his existence.

……

During the same period, Konoha's mission center and various clan shops posted advertisements recruiting Earth Release ninjas, with the aim of quickly recruiting usable Earth Release ninjas to gain an advantage in the development of new areas.

Now, various ninja clans have been established.

The future profits from the new district will be exclusively for the village and the Uchiha clan, while other clans will only get scraps, especially the original Hokage lineage, who won't even get a share.

But there is still a chance—

For example, according to the first construction announcement issued by the village investment company, it was clearly stated that it would recruit earth-style ninjas or groups to undertake part of the construction task in the form of "bidding" with a paid reward. Although the requirements of the "bidding" were high, the rewards offered were also quite generous.

Furthermore, in order to protect the interests of Konoha ninjas and ensure that the construction of the village investment company benefits every Konoha ninja, the bidding announcement specifically stipulated the employment principle of "absolute priority for Konoha ninjas," thus blocking the recruitment of earth-style ninjas from other villages.