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Chapter 85: SnowFlowers are Fluttering, the North Wind is Whistling
These words surprised both Gato and Hizashi, who was temporarily unable to control his body. They really had no idea how a ninja would delve into these things. Training, fighting, and death—aren't these the main themes of ninjas?
However, with Ryosuke's words, Gato began to pay more attention to them. He first apologized solemnly and then re-explained his future plans for the Land of Waves. Ryosuke did not point out his previous behavior because he felt that this business was worth doing.
"Then... it's a pleasure to work with you."
Ending the meeting on a positive note, Hizashi smiled and shook hands with Gato. "I will truthfully convey your plan to the Third Hokage and our country's Daimyo. I believe they will also attach great importance to this cooperation."
"I also hope that during the next meeting, there will be other partners at this table."
This plan is grand and huge. The Hyuga clan certainly can't afford it. At least for now, they are not willing to act in a high-profile manner. So this time, regarding the plan to develop the Land of Waves into a trade center in the Ninja World, they planned to return to the country first and report to the Hokage and the Daimyo for confirmation.
Although the portion allocated to the Hyugas will be smaller at that time, with the support of the village and the country, there is no doubt that the pressure will be much lighter, and the effort and reward will be proportional.
During this confirmation period, Ryosuke thought that he could find more partners. After all, this is an era of war. If there are no more partners to escort this plan, it is almost certain that this place will become the target of public criticism and be watched by countless eyes. Konoha is no longer the Konoha of the past. They, the Fire Nation alone, cannot suppress the entire ninja world.
"I will arrange personnel as soon as possible to contact the daimyos of other countries to ensure the establishment of this alliance."Gato also had a smile on his face. Compared with those brutal and ruthless ninjas, although this Hizashi was not easy to fool, he gave him a good impression.
Although there were not many witnesses present at the moment, he believed that this scene would become a significant meeting in the history of the ninja world. At least... the Land of Waves is likely to become a peaceful country like the Land of Iron through this handshake. Unlike the Land of Iron, which is a country of warriors, this will become a country of merchants and a paradise for merchants.
"So now...should we enjoy our dinner?" After finishing the business, Gato had a meaningful smile on his face, and the maids beside him slowly came forward.
"No need. We plan to travel around the Land of Waves in the next period of time.
"Ryosuke still rejected his proposal. "Besides, the clansmen that we Hyuga sent to explore here before seem to be entertained by you. I think we should go meet them first."
He looked at Gato and the others with a smile. The three rogue ninjas, who had originally relaxed, immediately tensed up their nerves. The clansmen that Ryosuke sent to investigate the situation were not strong elites and were captured by the three senior ninjas hired by Gato without any surprise. Fortunately, they were not harmed but were placed under house arrest. This is also one of the important reasons why Ryosuke and others could still sit down and discuss cooperation.
"Um...of course, of course," Gatoo smiled awkwardly. "Although we hadn't confirmed cooperation before, as long as there is a possibility of becoming friends, I am willing to spend time and money to entertain you."
As he spoke, he quickly signaled Akutagawa beside him to lead the way.
"No, we know where it is."
At this time, Ryosuke had already retracted his genjutsu. During the entire negotiation process, Hizashi, who had been acting as a spectator, seamlessly followed his actions, "Nothing can be hidden from the eyes of our clan."
He pointed two fingers at his eyes, with a hint of danger in his tone. Different people display different auras. Gato, who originally thought that Hizashi was easy to talk to and quite gentle, suddenly felt his hair stand on end and he instinctively took a step back like a deer being stared at by a hungry wolf.
It's the same when you come in and it's the same when you leave. There wasn't even a trace of fighting on Ryosuke and the others' bodies. Gato accompanied them all the way to the castle gate before stopping. Although he did not follow them, he still called a few beautiful maids and asked them to wait behind Ryosuke and the others so that they could be called at any time.
"Do we really want to cooperate with him?" It was not until they left the castle that Hizashi suddenly spoke and asked Ryosuke. As for the maids following behind them, they had already been left behind.
Ryosuke smiled calmly and said, "I think the conversation just now has made the situation very clear, Uncle Hizashi. Cooperating with Gato is not a bad thing. I think both the Fire Country and Konoha will agree. It's not easy to maintain peace, especially among ninjas. It's not the first time that allies have broken their alliances. Compared to the content of words and agreements, perhaps our alliance with other countries still needs some more complex bridges, such as substantive interests."
The list of cooperation he proposed included not only small countries such as the Land of Iron, the Land of Hot Water, and the Land of Bears, but also their ally, the Land of Wind. The alliance between the Land of Fire and the Land of Wind was formed after the Third Ninja World War. But this alliance is not solid. Rather than establishing diplomatic relations, it is more accurate to say that the two countries were forced to unite because of pressure from other major powers. Once the balance of power among the five major powers changes, this alliance will be quickly torn apart.
Therefore, if the commercial alliance can really be achieved this time with the help of the Chamber of Commerce, then in the future, their alliance will be more solid, and other countries will not dare to start a war easily. Konoha will not give up this opportunity.
As for the conversation between Ryosuke and Hizashi, the other Hyuga people nearby were a little confused. They didn't understand why Hizashi, who was in charge of the negotiation meeting, would turn around and ask Ryosuke who had never spoken.
"Can..."
"Ninjas from Konoha!"
Hizashi originally wanted to continue asking something. A loud voice suddenly rang out beside the street. An ordinary man with a hedgehog head and dressed as a fisherman came out from the crowd and ran towards Ryosuke and the others. But before he could even get close, he was captured by a Hyuga Chunin, who held down his shoulders and restrained his movements.
"Master Ninja of Konoha, please save our Land of Waves!"
Although he was a big and strong man who looked very strong, he was like a powerless child in the hands of the Hyuga Chunin.
"Let him go."
Ryosuke replied casually, looking at him with a smile, "What's your name... and why are you asking us for help?"
In his mind, he had some guesses about the man's identity.
"My name is Kesha and I'm a fisherman."
(End of this chapter)
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