Red sand dust

The most promising young rookies - Yamabaze and Aburame Takene, are also quite outstanding talents. If Shimura Danzo himself chooses them, until there is no better direct line leader to come forward, they will be the only two worthy of training. The value, whether in terms of ability or status, is not bad.

Hiruzen Sarutobi, the third generation Hokage, has the support of the powerful Sarutobi family, and has also attracted second-tier ninja clans such as "Ino Shikacho"; Shimura Danzo, who is about to become the sixth generation Hokage, has been fighting with these three families for a long time. Hooking up, other little ninjas with a weaker sense of presence were not spared either.

Using the children from the Konoha Orphanage as the main source to cultivate talents for the "root" organization does not mean giving up on the children of the ninja clan who have a higher success rate and a more complete inheritance.

The existence of Kurama Yakumo is essentially to cover up the abnormality in Shimura Danzou, but in the eyes of other Konoha ninjas, it is because the fringe ninja clan intends to rely on the newly released Hokage Sixth Generation to make a comeback, or the new village chief wants to promote the rising star. , to help the Kurama family balance the old internal forces of Konoha Village.

In the past few decades, the third generation of Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, has mastered this skill. Except for the Uchiha family who refused to submit, all other forces, large and small, have been governed submissively.

As for Haruno Sakura, who was born as a civilian ninja, she is Tsunade's disciple after all. It is understandable that Danzo Shimura shows his kindness to the successor of the third generation.

On the surface, there is a clear sense of justice, but behind the scenes, it is all about transactions.

A layman can see the excitement and understand that other than keeping silent, he can only clap his hands and support it.

After convincing Haruno Sakura, after he left, his uncle Kurama Unkai, who was taciturn and had a weak sense of presence, had been waiting in the reception room for a long time.

"That girl just now, is the Godaime's disciple?"

"Yes, he is the most outstanding talent among this generation of civilian ninjas!"

Kurama Yakumo nodded.

Of course, Naruto will not accept a disciple based on impulse, but must fully consider balancing the relationship between all parties.

Although there are many civilian ninjas emerging in Konoha Village every year, there are not many who are truly top-notch and can represent one side.

Namikaze Minato is so perfect and has successfully transcended the constraints of class. There are even fewer people who are qualified to run for Hokage.

More than a decade ago, anyone who could make a name for themselves was a child of the ninja clan. If it hadn't been for the "golden flash", the reputation of the Konoha Ninja School for "education without distinction" would not be so famous. .

Locke Li, who accepted the inheritance of Eight Gate Dunjia, is a special case and is not universal, let alone representative of civilian ninjas.

Only Haruno Sakura, who looks the most innocent and has no background, is a rising star who can get on the stage.

"She is completely different from the weak little girl before. Her temperament has changed a lot. Compared with the last chuunin exam, she has also changed a lot. She is almost unrecognizable..."

"Girls always grow up a little earlier than boys of the same age! Therefore, in their best years, most of them will feel that the opposite sex around them is very naive, such as Uchiha Sasuke, who can act cool, appear mature, and has good looks. Boys are always in demand! Of course, they are also in demand now..."

Handsomeness is natural. Although you can't eat it, you look more comfortable at least.

"Are you asking about the defected orphan of the Uchiha family?"

Kurama Yunhai frowned,

"Yakumo, although I can't refute your decision, you are now a popular person around the Sixth Generation. It's best not to get too entangled with the people on the Fifth Generation's side..."

The old-fashioned uncle who didn't understand Kurama Yakumo's real situation was also thinking about his young niece.

Being smart does not mean that you have excellent political wisdom. Once you take the wrong side, the consequences will be very serious. For the Kurama family who has just returned from the core of Konoha Village for too long, establishing a firm foothold is the best choice.

Kurama Yakumo, who couldn't explain too much, curled his lips.

Miss Kurama doesn't want to waste time here if it's not really necessary. The ninja world is so big and there are so many interesting places. Although Konoha Village is a lively place, you will get bored after staying there for a long time.

"Uncle, you are worrying too much! I am in this position because I am qualified to be here, not because I am appreciated by anyone. As for the Kurama family, there is no need to bet. Just follow the orders of the current Hokage. , don’t worry too much about who is the Hokage..."

"you……"

Kurama Yunhai opened his mouth, intending to mention a few words, but not knowing where to start. Finally, he sighed and responded,

"Be careful! Even if the Kurama family has been away from the center of power for too long, they have heard how bloody and cruel the fight for the position of Hokage is. Even heroes like 'Konoha White Fang' are not immune. Uchi has been running rampant in the ninja world for nearly a thousand years. The Bo family was simply exterminated. As for the family, you don’t have to think too much about it. Even if they finally withdraw from Konoha Village, the Kurama clan is still a famous businessman in the ninja world, and their every move can make the ninja world look at them..."

After hearing the elder's impressive bragging, Kurama Yakumo couldn't help but smile:

"Recently, family funds have poured into Konoha Village and bought a large number of cheap assets, which gives you a lot of confidence!"

Taking advantage of the chaos, only big families and powerful forces that are strong enough and can clearly see the situation dare to do it. When everyone is panicked and doesn't know what the future will be like, the high-quality industries under the jurisdiction of Konoha Village, The Kurama family spent money to get it, and when Konoha Village restarts, it will definitely make a lot of money!

This kind of good thing is a bit dazzling for Daimaru and the Suna Ninja under his command, and it is difficult to reach out. Kurama Yakumo is a serious Konoha ninja, and the Kurama family behind him is not an upstart without a heel. Even if some people are jealous, Have to weigh it.

Kurama Yunhai said confidently:

"In the past, we had only a small number of people and no one who could speak well. We couldn't get rich and powerful, and we were worried about finding agents. But it's different now. We have medicinal materials business, wholesale of ninja tools, puppet machinery, and bulk goods. Trading is the dominant area of ​​the Kurama family. If they really want to exert their strength, how can the Nara, Sarutobi, and Yamazaka families have a share? They just stick to Konoha Village, and outside the village, their face is not easy to use! More What's more..."

As if he mentioned something sensitive, Kurama Unkai couldn't help but pause. Kurama Yakumo noticed it and said with a smile:

"What's more? Our Kurama family is doing a huge business in the south. Nearly half of the industry and import and export share of the Kingdom of Wind depend on our appearance. If it doesn't work, it's not a bad idea to develop in the Kingdom of Wind, right? "

"this……"

Although it is a bit embarrassing, my uncle would not tell lies in front of his niece.

"It's almost the same!"

"So greedy!"

Kurama Yakumo shook his head helplessly.

Do you really think that the prosperous Sunagakure Village will leave its lifeline to the Kurama family?

A person as shrewd as Daimaru, who cannot even trust his ally Konoha Village, would care about a wealthy businessman who is not very good at fighting and only has charisma in the world?

Once across the southeastern coast of the mainland, a single word could make the country of Waves unable to survive or die. He even dared to hire S-class rebel Kado Zabuza in Taochi. In fact, he was not much worse than the Kurama family. What happened in the end? Sample?

Before his wealth could be put to any use, he was killed and his men's power disappeared.

Daimaru trusted not the Kurama family, but Kurama Yakumo.

Kurama Unkai, who has been in charge of the family for many years, will definitely think of this when his IQ is online. However, the past few years have been too smooth. The originally tepid Kurama family has actually ushered in a leap, becoming a pivotal transnational force in the ninja world. .

Smooth success will also cover up your original excellent vision and your wise mind.

"Isn't it right? Our Kurama family, whether it is Sunagakure Village or Konoha Village, is a force with huge influence. As long as we accumulate wealth and transform it into real foundation and cultivate a few more outstanding clan members, let alone Comparable to Hinata, and no worse than the famous 'Ino Shika Butterfly'..."

"That's why it's even more troublesome..."

Interrupting his uncle's heroic words, Kurama Yakumo explained,

"Because of my existence and some special encounters, the Kurama family has the conditions to have both sides. However, the increasingly powerful Sunagakure Village will compete head-on with Konoha Village sooner or later. At that time, the Kurama family's position will be It’s embarrassing…”

There is a clear distinction between the two parties in the alliance now. Konoha Village is strong and Sunagakure Village is weak. Once the strength gap is evened out, in a tit-for-tat confrontation, "weeds" like the Kurama family will definitely be unlucky.

The result of trying to get both sides to get what you want is mostly because both sides are unhappy. "Riding on the fence" is a technical job, and not everyone can do it.

Just grabbing profits and making money is not a big problem, but once it involves key areas, problems arise.

Nowadays, the Kingdom of Fire often uses basic supplies to jam the necks of sand ninjas. The Kingdom of Wind also maintains a sufficient advantage over the Kingdom of Fire in puppet technology. Truly powerful puppets will not be sold outside.

There are very few top technologies that even Kurama Yakumo has only heard of, and knows nothing about the prototypes or application methods.

After listening to his niece's warning, Kurama Unkai had a gloomy face, thought for a while and then said:

"We actually don't have the strength. As a third party independent of Suna Ninja and Konoha Ninja, we can't really take advantage of both parties..."

No matter how Daimaru has a special connection with Kurama Yakumo, the interests behind them are involved, and conflicts will arise sooner or later.

Under normal circumstances, everyone turns a blind eye to the actions of the Kurama family, but in the future, it may not always be a "normal situation"!

"The issue of stance cannot be ignored! Uncle, in many cases, no matter how smart your mind is, it is not as useful as a butt that can sit in the right position..."

Although the words are vulgar, the truth is not bad, but...

"I don't remember that the education of the Kurama family has taught you such vulgar language. Although you are already an informal ninja, as a girl, you still have to pay attention to etiquette..."

"knew!"

The eldest lady of the Kurama family responded casually,

"Uncle, do you have any good solutions to the problem you just mentioned?"

"I have some experience, but..."

Kurama Unkai hesitated for a moment and then replied,

"Now that I think about it, the only way to make the Kurama family less conspicuous! The best way, of course, is... to separate the families!"

"Um?"

No matter how prepared he was, he never thought that the word "separation" would come out of his uncle's mouth.

He has devoted most of his life to his family and kept the Kurama family standing in the precarious situation, but now he is thinking about how to dismember it.

Facing his niece's scrutinizing gaze, Kurama Unkai said calmly:

"Although the Kurama family is not prosperous at present, its industry has expanded too much, and it has gradually begun to focus on one thing at the expense of the other. It may give up some secondary interests and win over some allies, which may come in handy at some point, and... fire Although the Kingdom of Wind is more prosperous, we cannot give up. The Kingdom of Wind is flourishing, and we cannot turn a blind eye. Maybe it will be as powerful as the Kingdom of Fire, or even more powerful! After all, its area is too large, and it has solved the problem of water resources. The shortage problem will develop sooner or later..."

It is indeed difficult to take care of them all, but the family can be divided into two, or even divided into more less eye-catching forces, deeply integrated into all forces, and united in a loose alliance model to keep warm.

…

Not long after, Daimaru learned about this uncle-nephew conversation whose importance could not be assessed. Generally speaking, the "Red Dust" uncle could easily compare it with the high-level form of monopoly in the previous life - Concern.

The "Kang Cai En" in the ninja model is only closer in terms of blood relationship, and is actually a variant of the family chaebol.

"It is indeed an objective law. Even if the world is changed, there will be similar things..."

The current technological level of the ninja world is actually far ahead of the imperialist era. It is just a little distorted. Generally speaking, the context can be judged. Because of the existence of ninjas, socioeconomic and institutional changes are slow, but monopoly chaebols like the Kurama family still appear. .

Not to mention anything else, aren't the forces under Daimaru also a military-industrial complex based on Sunagakure Village, extending their tentacles to "interest groups" from all walks of life?

In the ninja village mode, the size is too small and there is no room to move around. Break out of the constraints and expand at the level of the five major countries. That familiar "taste" seems to be right before your eyes.

As for Kurama Unkai's worries and Kurama Yakumo's small moves for the clan, after Daimaru learned about them, he just smiled knowingly.

In terms of absolute intelligence, Daimaru is no better than the top natives of the ninja world. He can only occupy a dominant position by overwhelming him with knowledge and planning with forward-thinking vision.

"That's a good thing! Without the presence of these 'international citizens' who blur national boundaries, it would be difficult to find spokespersons for 'cutting leeks across villages'. Special talents like 'compradors' are really not just available..."

Daimaru, who was thinking about how to get the Mangekyo Sharingan of Uchiha Shisui, who had another god sealed in him, but couldn't do it, sent the information about the recent events in Konoha Village back to Sunagakure Village, and then went out to The newly built convenience plaza in Konoha Village will be the place where Shimura Danzo will officially claim his name, and it will also be the venue for the upcoming group wedding.