Chapter 258 Konoha Reconstruction Plan
Chapter 258 Konoha Reconstruction Plan
"Who says we can't win?"
Minato Namikaze, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke.
He stood up, his gentle face now radiating confidence.
"Advisor Mitomon, you underestimate our new generation. Kakashi and Shisui may not be able to play, but the remaining kids are definitely not weaklings to be slaughtered."
"Asuma's physical skills have improved rapidly recently, and Kurenai's mastery of illusion magic far surpasses that of her peers. As for Gai..."
Minato glanced at Nishikawa Tetsu, and the two exchanged a look.
Nishikawa Tetsu laughed and replied, "Kai has been training while wearing the gravity-adjusting protective gear I made for him. In addition, with the nutritional solution that Tsunade-sama prepared for him, his current taijutsu explosive power is such that even a taijutsu-type Chunin would be bedridden for half a month after taking a kick from him, let alone a Genin. He will definitely not be a burden."
"What about Obito?" Koharu Utatane was still worried. "His Kaleidoscope can't be used, and in his normal state, with his careless personality..."
"Obito, that kid, is my disciple."
The water gate's voice conveyed absolute trust.
"On the battlefield in the Land of Grass, he has already proven his resolve and strength. Even without using the power of the Mangekyou Sharingan, he is still a qualified, even excellent, Konoha ninja. I believe in him."
"That's right."
Fugaku Uchiha also stood up, crossed his arms, and a rare hint of pride appeared on his usually poker face.
"Advisor Koharu, you may not know much about Obito right now."
Fugaku surveyed the crowd and said in a deep voice:
"After my personal instruction over this period of time, Obito's eyes have been able to maintain a stable three-tomoe state."
"Not only that, his mastery of Fire Release and his use of the Sharingan are already showing the qualities of an elite member of the Uchiha clan. Although his personality is still somewhat...unconventional, in battle, he will definitely not lose to ninjas from other villages."
"Three tomoe?!"
The two advisors were shocked.
How could an eleven or twelve-year-old boy not only awaken the Kaleidoscope Sharingan, but also maintain the Three Tomoe Sharingan stably under normal circumstances?
This is practically a miniature Madara Uchiha! No, he's even more talented than Madara Uchiha!
"Since that's the case..."
After listening to all the reports and analyses, the Third Hokage took a deep drag on his cigarette and exhaled, the smoke outlining a blurry shape in the air.
He picked up the pen on the table and drew a heavy cross on the scroll of Yunyin.
"Nishikawa Tetsu, I'm leaving this matter to you."
The Third Hokage's gaze was like lightning, and his imposing aura as a ninja was unmistakable at this moment.
"In the name of the Fire Country Daimyo and Konoha, we extend an invitation to the entire ninja world!"
"The first joint Chunin Exams of the Five Great Ninja Villages will be held in Konoha Village in three months!"
"Also, we need to completely transform Konoha within these three months; the village's finances are sufficient to support the renovation."
"Since Ai wants to see Konoha make a fool of itself..."
The Third Hokage shook his head and threw the scroll into the trash can.
"Then let's show him what Konoha's hospitality is all about!"
"Yes!" Nishikawa Tetsu accepted the task cleanly and decisively.
……
After the meeting, Nishikawa Tetsu didn't rush into the lab, but instead grabbed Namikaze Minato, who was on his way to the Jonin class.
"Minato, take me to the capital, and be quick."
Minato sighed helplessly and skillfully put his hand on Nishikawa Tetsu's shoulder.
"I knew you wouldn't come to me with anything good."
"Flying Thunder God!"
A flash of golden light, and the two instantly appeared in the top-floor office of the State Grid building in the Red Leaf District of the capital.
As soon as he landed, Nishikawa Tetsu had done it so many times that he was somewhat familiar with the feeling.
Before I could even gag, I saw Nara Shikamorimasa buried in a pile of documents, his abacus clicking away.
Although the office was busy, all kinds of documents and reports were categorized and organized in an orderly manner.
"President Shikamori, this place is well-managed." Nishikawa Tetsu breathed a sigh of relief and patted the table approvingly.
"Vice Minister?" Lu Shou's eyelids twitched as he looked at the two people who had suddenly appeared, sensing that something bad was about to happen.
"What brings you here? If you're here to check the accounts, I guarantee that not a single penny is missing."
"They're not here to audit the accounts, they're here to assign tasks."
Nishikawa Toru pulled out a huge aerial view of Konoha, spread it on the table, and shouted towards the door, "Go and call Yahiko here!"
A moment later, Yahiko came running in, wearing a helmet and looking disheveled. "Tetsu, what's the rush?"
"We have a big order."
Nishikawa Tetsuya rested his hands on the table and pointed at the map of Konoha.
"The Hokage's order: Within three months, carry out a complete overhaul of Konoha. Not only must a modern Chunin Exams arena be built to accommodate tens of thousands of people, but the old buildings in Konoha must also be renovated, the main roads paved, and Konoha transformed into a modern city."
"I will personally serve as the chief architect of this Konoha renovation project."
Nishikawa Tetsu looked at the two dumbfounded people and slowly said.
"I'll make everyone from other ninja villages who sets foot in Konoha realize they're nothing but country bumpkins!"
"Three months?!" Lu Shou almost dropped the abacus in his hand.
"Vice Minister, are you out of your mind? The power grid installation and several major projects in the capital alone have already drained our manpower! And now you want to send more people to Konoha?"
"Of course, it's not that I don't care about Konoha, it's just that we're really short-handed. We need to lay an electric grid throughout the Land of Fire, and you know how much work that is."
"Yes, Tetsu." Yahiko also looked troubled. "Although we've recruited quite a few people around the capital recently, to start two projects simultaneously, and with such a large scale..."
"I know you're very busy."
Nishikawa Tetsu stood up straight, his eyes deep.
"But this is not just a vanity project; it's a stage for Konoha to showcase its strength and economic power to the entire ninja world. If we do it well, our orders will no longer be limited to the Land of Fire, but to the entire ninja world."
He patted Yahiko on the shoulder: "Yahiko, this is also the best opportunity for the Akatsuki to become famous throughout the ninja world."
Yahiko gritted his teeth; what Che said made sense.
"Let's do it! At worst, we'll have everyone work in two shifts! All those greenhorns we recruited these past few months, take them all!"
"Using a mentorship system, where one experienced person guides a team of newcomers, can also provide opportunities for the newcomers to grow."
"Very good." Nishikawa Tetsu turned to Shikamori. "Senior Shikamori, I'll leave the resource allocation and financial accounting to you. Put aside the non-urgent projects in the capital for now and focus all your efforts on protecting Konoha."
"I'll discuss it with the Daimyo and try to postpone the estimated timeline for the power grid project. Konoha is a symbol of the Land of Fire, and making a name for ourselves in it will bring honor to the Daimyo."
Lu Shou sighed and resignedly picked up his pen.
"I knew it. Working for you, I'll never be able to leave work on time in my life."
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