Chapter 249 : Duties and Development!!

Nowadays, life in the Land of Whirlpools is bustling, and even Kazuhiko's mother is kept on her toes.

As the mother of Kazuhiko, Uzumaki Miyuki finds herself constantly occupied. She dedicates her days to spreading basic education among children, some of whom are orphans she has taken under her wing during this period.

Currently serving as the Minister of Education in the Red Republic, she also oversees an orphanage, where she nurtures and educates a group of children daily. 

Her efforts aim not only to impart knowledge but also to instill values, guiding the children towards making sound moral choices while also attending to their emotional well-being.

For many of these orphans who have experienced the loss of their parents, Uzumaki Miyuki becomes a maternal figure, offering them care and solace.

Much of her approach to caring for these children is informed by the teachings passed down by Kazuhiko, covering everything from interacting with children to understanding their needs and implementing effective disciplinary measures.

Uzumaki Miyuki approaches each day at the school with vigor. No longer confined to idleness, she throws herself into her work, even though she occasionally finds herself urging Kazuhiko to settle down and give her the joy of grandchildren sooner rather than later.

However, her attempts at matchmaking are swiftly thwarted by Kazuhiko, who promptly drags her off to the orphanage, where she finds herself surrounded by countless "grandchildren" in an instant.

Uzumaki Miyuki genuinely adores children, finding joy in witnessing their growth and development, from their initial naivety to the milestones of progress they achieve.

Within the Land of Whirlpools's educational system, the school now encompasses both primary and secondary levels, with Uzumaki Miyuki assuming primary responsibility for the former.

Every morning, Uzumaki Miyuki arrives at the elementary school, greeted by the enthusiastic cries of the children who affectionately refer to her as "Mother Dean."

Because she managed the orphanage, the children there started referring to her as "Mother Dean." This term of endearment gradually caught on with other kids in the elementary school.

"Good morning, everyone!" Uzumaki Miyuki entered the classroom with a warm smile.

"Today, we'll be diving into arithmetic! Can anyone tell me what one plus one equals..."

"Brilliant! And how about five plus three..."

Meanwhile, Kazuhiko was equally occupied, dealing with children daily, but his tasks were more complex than his mother's.

As he looked over the report in his hand, he noted the scarcity of medical ninjas in the Uzumaki clan, despite the establishment of a hospital.

Although efforts were underway to train more doctors, the need in the Land of Whirlpools remained dire.

While some members of the clan possessed robust vitality akin to Uzumaki Karin, many in Land of Whirlpools were not of the Uzumaki lineage.

Furthermore, among the Uzumaki family members, only a few were inclined towards medical practice. Most preferred combat, joining the inspection teams, or enrolling in the Academy of Sciences to master the Uzumaki six-style and serve in the guard.

"We need to identify children interested in becoming doctors and gradually train them," mused Kazuhiko, rubbing his temples. The shortage of doctors in Uzumaki clan required an urgent response, even if it meant training individuals in rudimentary medical techniques.

For instance, individuals equipped with basic knowledge of treating colds, fevers, headaches, and brain fevers could provide essential care to refugees expected to arrive soon.

Given the inevitable health concerns among those affected by war, it was imperative to equip a cadre of individuals to offer basic medical assistance.

These individuals, dubbed hygienists, would be tasked with disseminating simple medical practices to mitigate potential health crises.

Kazuhiko promptly drafted a memorandum, attaching a note reading "Forward to the VIA Department," before tossing it into a nearby bin.

There are specific individuals designated to handle such documents, distributing them to various departments as per the instructions provided on the document cover.

"The winter fishing technique, it's time for them to give it a shot. With winter approaching, let them catch more fish. After all, there's plenty of salt available for preservation...

Kazuhiko pondered; the winter fishing method wasn't bad, but initially, perhaps due to unfamiliarity, he struggled to locate fish beneath the ice.

However, it's crucial to note that some Uzumaki residents possess extraordinary perceptual abilities; they're essentially walking fish detectors!

So, when the time comes, calling upon a few perceptual ninjas should guarantee a bountiful return.

Uzumaki Kazuhiko speculated that if they dispatched a sizable fishing fleet accompanied by perception ninjas to fish at sea, the harvest would be even more impressive...

It's estimated that they'll make a substantial profit by that time, eliminating worries about winter provisions.

"I wonder if I can sell the glass products that Cardo delivered to the nobles?" Uzumaki Kazuhiko mused, stroking his chin as he glanced at the glass statue of himself on his table.

The official scientific research institute had sent it to him a few days ago.

Glass has always existed in the ninja world, yet its development and usage had been neglected.

Under Kazuhiko's guidance, the scientific research department swiftly unleashed their creativity, producing exquisite glass statues.

But don't those idle daimyo, with their ample free time, fancy such things? Selling them shouldn't pose much difficulty.

This time, Cardo also brought along some finely crafted finished products. If sales go well, it would mean a significant income.

Furthermore, Kazuhiko could enhance the lives of the people.

They also devised various food preparation methods, sending them to the cafeteria. For instance, oil-splashed noodles, knife-cut noodles, spicy oil noodles, dandan noodles, and fried sauce noodles—all essentially noodle-based dishes.

Because during his previous life, when he lived alone, these noodles were his go-to; convenient and delectable.

Upon their introduction, they quickly gained popularity nationwide.

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