Chapter 37

In the evening, after visiting the Elder, Yoichi, having received some recent advice from Kenji, headed home.

According to Kenji, Yoichi's retaliation this time was extremely intense—it was as if someone had stabbed him with a knife, and in response, Yoichi dragged the entire Danzo's family to stab them back.

That afternoon, just as the police force had captured the second batch of people from the Shimura family, the Root had delivered the 'mastermind' behind the Shimura family's secret communications with the Stone Ninja, an elder responsible for the family's business affairs, likely the one who took the blame voluntarily.

With this person stepping forward and admitting guilt, combined with the evidence already submitted by the Anbu, the police force found it difficult to continue pursuing the Shimura family.

Only about thirty people were captured this time, and Danzo couldn't save them. The first group captured by Yoichi was already condemned, and the second group held by the police force could be condemned at any moment.

Danzo was also removed from his position as the Hokage's assistant due to lax supervision and was now reflecting behind closed doors.

However, Elder Kenji informed Yoichi that the matter wasn't so simply resolved. He had already looked into the Shimura family's business operations outside the village, and soon, they would have no business left.

Put bluntly, the Shimura family rose solely because of Danzo's influence. Without the authority granted by the village, Danzo could not have been so intimidating and would be considered just a ninja with proficient wind-style techniques at best.

Yoichi was advised by Kenji to keep a low profile for the time being.

Without the catalyst of war, unless Yoichi could become renowned like the White Fang of Konoha by frequently completing missions and leaving a profound impression on enemies with his blade, it would be difficult to gain fame in the ninja world.

Moreover, Yoichi's strength was somewhat lacking. While his Sharingan and Lightning Release Chakra Mode could handle some special Jonin, he struggled against elite Jonin with no weaknesses.

"Lord Yoichi, you're back."

Upon returning home, Yoichi was greeted by Mina at the door.

Only then did Yoichi realize his house was somewhat small, having not paid much attention to it yesterday due to planning against the Shimura family.

"Yes, you've worked hard. The house is very clean."

Yoichi sat down at the table, and Mina promptly served dinner.

The meal consisted of grilled lamb chops and stewed lamb soup. The magical lamb indeed lived up to its description, with the meat being incredibly tender and flavorful, even after frying.

Additionally, eating this lamb soon brought a warm surge from the abdomen, filling the body with energy.

No wonder Elder Kenji was so persistent about it. After eating, Yoichi too wished to have it daily, especially after a morning of training, as it provided ample energy for the afternoon.

"It's no trouble at all. This is much easier than living in the Hidden Grass Village."

"From now on, you'll also receive a stipend, twenty thousand ryo a month for your personal use. As for household needs, just take from the account; no need to save."

"There's no need, Lord Yoichi, for taking me in..."

"Taking you in is because I value your abilities, but you deserve compensation for your contributions. And I'm not short of money, so let it be."

Yoichi was indeed not lacking in funds. From a mission in the Land of Grass, he and Kakashi had acquired over eighty million ryo and jewels worth over ten million ryo.

After dividing the loot, they settled on a sixty-forty split, with Yoichi initially proposing an even split, but Kakashi insisted the team leader should take more.

With over fifty million ryo, plus his previous savings, Yoichi had nearly sixty million ryo, enough to last until he was sixty, even with extravagant spending.

Although sixty million ryo was substantial, it paled in comparison to Yoichi's ambitions.

After leaving Elder Kenji, Yoichi was certain about his aspiration to become the Uchiha clan leader; otherwise, with Fugaku inherently holding the moral high ground, Yoichi's disagreement with his methods would only escalate, potentially leading to defection as the only outcome.

Defection, frankly, was not an appealing option.

Leaving Konoha would mean facing its pursuit, and other major ninja villages might not welcome a defector, leaving only smaller countries as options. However, moving to a minor country would be like giving up watermelons for sesame seeds.

Staying in Konoha, with resources and protection from Elder Kenji and assistance with troubles, seemed far more advantageous than defecting and losing everything.

Defection would mean becoming a wandering ninja, a fate even more unfortunate in the ninja world.

Thus, Yoichi accepted Elder Kenji's persuasion to strive for the clan leadership.

However, Yoichi had different ideas about winning the clan's support.

It essentially boiled down to enhancing the clan members' sense of happiness. Among the Uchiha, there were surely ordinary clan members as well.

Having lived in the clan for a year since coming to the ninja world, Yoichi was well-acquainted with the clan's attitude towards ordinary members.

Families of fallen ninjas received generous pensions, and assistance was available upon request. Orphans attending the Ninja Academy received subsidies, but these ceased upon graduation.

Ordinary clan members had their jobs and could seek help from the clan, but that was about it.

All benefits were as described, neither particularly impressive nor dismal, certainly better than the village's orphans' situation.

Yoichi believed that relying on reputation and strength to gain clan support was too abstract, lacking tangible backing.

Instead, establishing a comprehensive welfare system within the clan to win over people seemed more effective. Even ordinary clan members could receive pensions at an older age, alleviating financial worries.

For clan ninjas, better treatment would extend to their families; Genin, Chunin, and Jonin each had different levels of benefits, with Jonin providing for three generations of their family.

Without delving into specifics, establishing this welfare system would make all clan members grateful to Yoichi.

The only challenge was finding a continuous source of income, which Yoichi felt was manageable.

Having traveled outside the village twice, he had a decent understanding of the ninja world.

The technological development in the ninja world was quite advanced, with modern appliances available, including televisions and computers.

In terms of profitable ventures, simply launching a trading card game from the Boruto series ahead of time could generate continuous revenue. Additionally, the medical field, particularly pharmaceuticals, represented a cash cow.

Konoha's medical facilities were among the most advanced in the ninja world, yet pharmaceuticals were still semi-manually produced, with virtually no health supplements available. All medical advancements were geared towards warfare.

Such products would be highly profitable, but Yoichi believed he needed to discuss this with Elder Kenji.

(End Of Chapter)