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Mosha was carefully calculating the price. This was the first time he had heard of selling chakra, but no matter what, he could never lose money by selling it.
This was related to the village's economic source, so he had to be cautious. He was really afraid of poverty. Ever since Mosha became the Kazekage of Sunagakure Village, he wished he could stretch every penny into ten.
"Don't worry, Kazekage, Konoha has a professional business team, and there will be dedicated personnel to negotiate prices with you."
"It will definitely be a fair and reasonable price, and the transaction will be a win-win situation!"
Uchiha Nan's tone was righteous, and he spoke with full sincerity.
Uchiha Nan planned to leave this matter to Kakuzu. Kakuzu was already capable of handling his own affairs. Now he was thriving in Konoha's Ministry of Finance and was specifically responsible for Konoha's business cooperation.
Whenever there is a big business in Konoha, Kakuzu will always sneak into the other party's hometown immediately to scrutinize the account books, get a clear picture of the other party's costs, profits, and consumer maps, and then negotiate fiercely until the other party relents.
He often holds a portable computer in his hand, calculating his price data meticulously to prove that although the price he offers is low, it still allows some profit, albeit a little less.
Konoha has the advantages of technology, capital, and channels. If you want to survive and continue to do business with Konoha, you have to accept Kakuzu's price.
He is thick-skinned and ruthless, focusing solely on making money and willingly working overtime. All these high-quality work attributes are embodied in Kakuzu.
Now, relying on Konoha's resources, he has negotiated several large orders. Kakuzu gets a share-sharing contract. Every time he negotiates a business deal, he earns some points, making him Konoha's top salesman.
It's impressive!
Uchiha Kusu left this matter to Kakuzu, feeling assured. Sunagakure Village may make a small profit, but Konoha will always make a significant one!
But the so-called win-win means that Konoha wins twice!
Before each chakra extraction, it is reasonable to record all kinds of information such as name, age, and gender. Otherwise, how would you pay for it?
As long as Sunagakure Village and Konoha engage in chakra transactions, they can indirectly discover the number of ninjas in Sunagakure Village, the gender ratio of men and women, and various data on the chakra in the ninja's body.
"Oh well."
Mosha nodded helplessly. It would be impossible to determine the specific price for selling chakra now.
But it is already a good achievement to add a source of income to Sunagakure Village. There are many in Sunagakure Village who are missing limbs, reducing their combat effectiveness. They can't continue high-level tasks and can only be demoted to D-level missions.
Those D-level missions involve finding cats and dogs, cleaning garbage—tasks some ordinary people can do. They don't require much chakra, and the reward barely sustains one person. Now they can directly sell their chakra, and income will surely increase.
Once implemented, this will be a real political achievement!
"Kazekage, in addition to that, Konoha also hopes to sell products produced by Konoha to Sunagakure Village. Since we have become allies, we naturally need to have some business contacts."
"For example, you don't have to worry about the prices of grain, pig iron, medicines, and various daily necessities. They will definitely be of high quality and low prices."
"If possible, Konoha also hopes to recruit a group of villagers from your village to work in Konoha's factories. Konoha's labor force is now in short supply. I originally wanted to recruit refugees from the Land of Fire, but seeing that your Sunagakure Village is an ally For my own sake, Konoha can give you priority."
Uchiha Kusu skillfully read out a lot of clauses. The core purpose is simple: to firmly tie the economy of Konoha and Sunagakure Village. The closer the relationship, the more Sunagakure Village will depend on Konoha.
In terms of price, we can make some concessions and give Sunagakure Village a little taste of sweetness first, such as protein blocks. The cost is extremely low and output is large. Recently, Konoha has increased production on a large scale, and it's not difficult to continue expanding. They can be sold to Sunagakure Village as staple foods.
Konoha also needs to solve some employment issues for Sunagakure Village. Now that Konoha is on the path to industrialization, the more laborers, the better. Sunagakure villagers working in Konoha is considered a high promotion. At least they can have full stomachs!
As long as Mosha agrees to this condition, Uchiha Nan is confident that, in a few years, he will completely penetrate all aspects of life in Sunagakure Village. They'll eat Konoha's food, live in Konoha's buildings, and even daily necessities will be Konoha brands.
The poor in Sunagakure Village and its past businessmen can be overwhelmed by Konoha's capital, size, and industrial production capacity.
Even Sunagakure villagers will work in Konoha-run factories. At that time, whether the Sandaime Kazekage, Mosha, has any real authority will be questionable.
"Hokage, let me think about it."
Mosha was confused by Uchiha Nan's proposal. Is Konoha really so kind to offer these survival supplies to Sunagakure Village?
He knew his own situation. Sunagakure Village, located in the desert, has long suffered from poverty. Big businessmen in the ninja world avoid Sunagakure Village due to low profits and high risks. Crossing the desert for business is no easy task.
The sandstorms and harsh climate mean losing one's way can lead to death.
In addition to these, there are man-made disasters.
Poor regions breed unruly people. This isn't a joke. With Wind Shadow as a gold miner, Sand Village's living standard is considered upper class.
The Wind Country has small villages everywhere, home to unruly people. Villagers are usually harmless.
But when caravans come, they can become desert robbers.
Even Wind Country officials turn a blind eye, and villagers sensibly comply, not underpaying.
Due to these reasons, survival supplies in Sand Village are scarce. Houses and furniture can be made of sand. If a big businessman comes to Sand Village with these precious supplies, even the Wind Shadow will personally accompany him.
Now Konoha is willing to come, and the Wind Shadow is eager.
Not to mention Uchiha Nan's offer to solve employment issues for Sand Village. It's already a blessing. The treatment in Uchiha Nan's factories is clear from intelligence personnel. Workers have three meals a day, enough water, and a salary. Many villagers in Sand Village struggle for three meals a day, often hungry.
Today they eat, but tomorrow is uncertain.
Konoha's offer hits Mosha's G-spot. It seems little voices are urging him.
Mosha, are you dumb?
Agree quickly!
However, Mosha's remaining rationality struggles.
There's no free lunch. Uchiha Nan must have intentions. Could it really be for the so-called ally?
No kidding!
Could such a kind person become Hokage? (The Shodaime doesn't count, he's naĂŻve.)
"Hmph, consider it?"
"Mosha, I genuinely want to help Sand Village's villagers, not for ally interests. The Shodaime's Will of Fire is my ninja way, striving for ninja world peace. If all villagers have enough food and good lives, peace will come."
"I make money in the Land of Fire. Going to Sand Village helps the poor. It's not about profit, just breaking even!" "Kazekage, you don't want Sand Village's villagers to suffer, do you?"
Uchiha Kusunoki's speech moved Mosha. Is there truly such a kind person in the ninja world?
Konoha truly produces outstanding people. After the Shodaime, another compassionate Hokage emerges. God bless Sand Village!
"Hokage-sama, I am convinced. Your character conquers me. You're worthy of being Konoha's Hokage. I want to thank you on behalf of Sand Village's villagers."
Mosha stood and bowed to Uchiha Nan, a great honor. As Kage of the same rank, personal strength isn't inferior. (Here, Senju Hashirama is also excluded.)
Mosha bowed willingly. If Sand Village's villagers can live well, what does his bow mean?
"Hey? What are you doing, Kazekage?"
"Ninja world peace needs people like us. Let go of past village hatred, cooperate, and share resources. Only then can ninja world peace be achieved!"
Uchiha Nan said many nice words!
Look, the third Kazekage sold out the village and still thanked us!
Just now, Uchiha Nan's long speech was mostly nonsense, with only one truth.
Uchiha Nan truly didn't plan to profit from Sand Village. Breaking even was enough. Even if he profited, it would be minimal.
"Kazekage, I have an idea."
"For ninja world peace, for a lasting Konoha-Sand Village alliance, I propose sending some Sand Village children to study in Konoha."
"They'll be the bridge for the next generation's communication."
"Konoha's educational environment is the strongest in the ninja world."
"As everyone knows, Konoha founded the ninja school. Konoha's rich teaching experience, facilities, and teachers are elite selections."
Uchiha Nan wants grassroots hearts!
He also wants to win over Sand Village ninjas!
Children studying in Konoha are tools to pass Konoha's thoughts and will to Sand Village.
Uchiha Nan aims to get some upper-echelon Sand Village children to study in Konoha. Though supervised when they return, they'll hold positions in Sand Village's upper echelons.
"This, this."
Mosha hesitated. The proposal was fatal. A child's mind is a blank slate, easily influenced. Konoha's colorful world is enticing. Would sugar-coated bullets sway and even cause betrayal?
"Of course, I know Kazekage has concerns. To ensure fairness, if Kazekage agrees, Konoha will also send children to Sand Village Ninja School."
Uchiha Nan generously offered to send one or two family members to Sand Village for further study, reassuring Sand Village.
Uchiha Nan wasn't worried Konoha's children would rebel living in Sand Village's desert.
In Sand Village, water is rationed, let alone quality of life.
In Konoha, due to Uchiha Nan's development, most families have electricity, enjoying electric lights and hot baths anytime.
The villagers love baths. Ordinary homes are wooden, while the rich have steel-plate, ceramic-tub bathtubs.
Going to Sand Village is tough. Compared to Konoha, it's worlds apart.
Uchiha Nan's children sent to Sand Village will love Konoha more. Only in Konoha is life good!
The third Kazekage Mosha frowned. Uchiha Nan was sincere. He spoke of fairness, mutual benefit, and didn't want Sand Village exploiting Konoha. In reality, Sand Village benefits, while Konoha pays.
This is a sincere gentleman.
Still worried about Sand Village children betraying due to Konoha's allure, he couldn't reject Uchiha Nan's proposal.
The third Hokage before him was so upright, considering the ninja world's future, proposing long-term Konoha-Sand Village friendship.
"Sand Village and Konoha's children will be the next generation's communication bridge."
Such high standards, considering the future!
Mosha looked at Uchiha Nan's sincere eyes and dropped his concerns, agreeing to the proposal.
"Hokage, I agree to this proposal."
"That's great!"
Uchiha Nan nodded heavily, relieved.
"We'll confirm the exchange students' list. For the villages' future, I'll send one or two Uchiha children to Sand Village as a gesture."
Mosha's eyes widened, mouth agape. The Hokage was bold, sending Uchiha clansmen to Sand Village. Wasn't he worried about Sharingan plots?
The Hokage was so sincere, Sand Village wouldn't repay with hatred, but with gratitude.
Mosha decided to safely return Uchiha Nan's children to Konoha.
"The Hokage is so sincere, I'll select high-level Sand Village children to study in Konoha."
Mosha reciprocated. Uchiha Nan was sincere. Hiding would be ungenerous. After all, he was a Kage like Uchiha Nan!
"Cheers to ninja world peace and Konoha-Sand Village friendship!"
"Cheers!"
The two raised their glasses and smiled at each other, like children.