Madara, let's change the world together!

If it weren't for Aino's clone in the Land of Water and the numerous barriers, it really might have been infiltrated by enemy forces.

It is indeed difficult to balance stable development with remaining hidden from the ninja world's gaze.

Kiyoi Megumi pressed her thighs together, which were covered in stockings, patted her face, and got into work mode.

It's time to ask Ryukyu, who is now in charge of Akatsuki's operations, what progress he's made.

Chapter 148 The Tentacles of the Caravan

"It's the Flame Demon!!!"

In the forest, a group of ninjas wearing headbands from the Grass Ninja Village fled in panic.

Behind them, a person dressed in a black robe with red clouds and wearing a white mask painted with flames was chasing them.

"Flame Demon, that's a pretty good title."

"Perhaps it would be more appropriate to call my Fire Release, which incorporates Yin attribute transformation, 'Flame Release'."

The person whose attire set a fashion trend in the ninja world was none other than Ryukyu, representing the Akatsuki organization on missions abroad.

Because he repeatedly wiped out groups from notorious small ninja villages, and his ability to control flames during battle was particularly memorable, Ryuga earned the title of "Flame Demon".

The ninjas who were hunting down the Grass Village were also hired by the Stone Village to eliminate all the ninjas who were trying to steal ninjutsu.

As for whether or not one can bring themselves to do it?

In these small ninja villages, ninjas who don't have a life on their hands are looked down upon by others.

As mercenary ninjas, the most common missions they take on are still killing.

With a blank expression, Sulfurfire formed a hand seal, and the burning ball of fire in his hand transformed into the shape of a bow.

Six flaming arrows were nocked on the bow, and the Ripple Sensing technique locked onto six Kusagakure ninjas.

'Hurry up and get it done.'

I have absolutely no interest in fighting these weaklings.

The bowstring of the Flame Longbow was drawn back, and the next second, the arrow shot out like a streak of red light.

In the blink of an eye, all six of them felt the scorching heat.

"what!!!"

The six men who were hit in the heart let out a wail before their bodies were engulfed in flames and burned to ashes in mid-air.

Controlled by sulfur fire, the intensely burning flames reach extremely high temperatures, capable of burning even bones to dust.

This way, the surrounding woods won't catch fire.

Suddenly, Liu Huo raised his hand and instinctively placed it near his right ear.

In fact, he heard the voice in his head.

[Burnt by sulfur! Did you hear that?]

[Yes, Sister Hui, what's up?]

Liu Huo stood with his hands on his hips for a while.

I wanted to ask about the situation on your end.

Nothing special, just routinely completing tasks.

Could we try to attract the attention of most of the ninja villages?

"I see. Then I can take on some missions and cause trouble between their ninja villages."

Sulfurfire's smile was somewhat sinister.

Aren't the Hidden Sand Village, Hidden Stone Village, and Hidden Cloud Village all expanding their military and increasing the number of ninjas?

[This will also relieve some of their burdens and help them weaken the power of some rival ninja villages.]

In my mind, Kiyoi Megumi's soft, gentle voice echoed.

"Thank you for your help."

No, it's nothing, it was my task anyway.

The two parties ended the Starlink call.

'Sister Hui's way of speaking is really starting to resemble Lord Yuan more and more.'

Especially when discussing official business.

'Okay, let's go back now.'

The sulfur fire stretched.

The fastest way to make the Akatsuki famous is to challenge well-known and powerful individuals.

Unfortunately, there is no reason to take action against the shadows in the villages at present.

Meanwhile, on the desert border of the Land of Wind, Tomoya, who had gained the approval of the leader Kakuzu and was qualified to mobilize the resources of an entire caravan, was waiting for the ninjas from Sunagakure to arrive.

He was stroking a new commemorative coin in his hand.

The obverse of this commemorative coin also features Kiyoshi Gen's portrait; however, while the reverse of the previous commemorative coin featured a cute mouse, this one features a cow.

Moreover, Kiyoi Gen's portrait has also changed; if you look closely, you can see that Kiyoi Gen's eyes are gentler on the second one.

Zhizai heard that there are twelve coins in this commemorative set.

Now, his small goal is to become the first person in Wanshanghang to collect all twelve commemorative coins.

Unfortunately, his boss, Kakuzu, had no interest in commemorative coins, otherwise I would have liked to ask him to help me collect some.

At that moment, Tomoya spotted a black dot in the distant yellow sand and picked up his binoculars.

They were a team of sixteen Sand Village ninjas.

When the sixteen Sand Ninja arrived, the one in the lead, with messy gray hair and bandages, stepped forward.

"I am Ranpumaru, a Jonin from Sunagakure sent to meet the caravan. May I ask which one of you is Mr. Tomoya?"

Tomoya, dressed in a very simple long robe, came out.

Seeing Tomoya's appearance, the Sand Village Jonin was very surprised.

The head of the caravan was surprisingly young, looking to be only in his early twenties.

"Thank you all for your willingness to provide such abundant supplies to the Sand Village."

Tomoya shook his head.

"I am also here in Sunagakure on orders from my superiors to make a deal."

"The mineral resources that were agreed upon beforehand must not be missing."

Rankamaru nodded.

"Rest assured, we will help you mine the minerals in accordance with the agreement."

Next, the long caravan, escorted by sixteen ninjas, headed towards Sunagakure.

Not long ago, Kakuzu and the Third Kazekage exchanged letters and reached a deal.

The caravans from Hatsuhi City regularly provide Sunagakure Village with basic necessities such as water, food, and clothing at relatively low prices.

Sunagakure Village will cooperate with caravans to mine mineral resources and help them establish the "Sunagakure House" commercial base within the village.

The Third Kazekage was overjoyed when he heard the news.

What Sunagakure Village lacks most are various basic resources, and since the other party is willing to place its commercial base under their noses for supervision, they don't need to worry too much about espionage.

It would be more reliable for spies to infiltrate Sunagakure using other methods than to use this caravan.

As long as the living standards of the villagers can be improved, it will not only encourage more people to have children and increase the population, but also further solidify his position as the Wind Shadow.

The strongest Kazekage, coupled with his achievement in rapidly developing the village's economy, will cause his reputation to soar.

It's rare for a caravan to be willing to cooperate closely with Sunagakure, a village with very few resources; they must be carefully protected.

While talking with Ranpumaru, Tomoya pondered how to build the base.

The Cloud Village outside Cloud Village, Cloud Mountain Town and Cloud House, and the Sand Village inside Sand Village are all under construction.

The remaining Iwagakure village was surrounded by rocky mountains, making it difficult for caravans to pass through. They had no choice but to consider building an Iwagakure house in the nearest town, just like the Kumogakure village.

Time

Tomoya estimated how many years it would take to control the village's economic lifeline without being detected once the base was built.

Within twenty years.

As long as the power of caravans permeates the lives of ordinary people in villages, they will naturally gravitate towards the caravans.

Even after they conquer these villages in the future, they won't cause the villagers too much panic.

Hopefully, those famous figures who indulge in pleasure and entertainment won't discover our intentions.

However, since they had divided the caravans into five groups according to the country and registered them under the names of nobles in each country, it shouldn't be so easy to discover.

Even if it is discovered, Lord Yuan has ways to deal with it.

The caravan entered Sunagakure Village and received a grand welcome from the Third Kazekage.

This is what he relies on to make Sunagakure prosperous and powerful!

Chapter 149 The Restarted Journey

A month later.

The Konoha House compound has been completely renovated. The center is the residence of the compound's management personnel, while the outer ring is a distinctive commercial district.

Furthermore, Kiyoi Gen also plans to set up more small commercial streets in Konoha to facilitate the lives of residents in various areas.

such as

"Boss, give us one bowl of ramen each."

"no problem!"

Time has not yet left its mark on Shouda's face, and her daughter Changpu has not even been born yet.