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Chapter 324: The Prelude to the Bird Droppings War!
Chapter 324: The Prelude to the Bird Droppings War!
If not for the fear of being discovered by the other party, Dong Ping would rather give up any profit.
Yes, this was his thought process.
Profit!
It was important to him, yet not as crucial as one might think.
Because what he sought was not money but control over Sunagakure, or even the Land of Wind.
Once he could monopolize the food, cloth, ironware, salt, and other supply routes of Sunagakure, or even the entire Land of Wind, he would be the king in all but name.
If it were an ordinary merchant guild, they wouldn't dare attempt such a move even if they had the capability.
But Tenjokaku was fearless! If they could truly monopolize these resources, Dong Ping would be willing to pay to make it happen, let alone not making a profit.
It was similar to the classic strategy of the four major grain merchants in the world before his transmigration.
In the initial stages, they sold food at cost or even at a loss to certain countries, causing their agricultural industries to suffer, and then monopolized the food market by crushing both their competitors and the agricultural sector of those countries.
Once they controlled the food, they effectively controlled the country.
In the Shinobi World, due to the presence of ninjas, many places differed from before his transmigration, but food remained an indispensable necessity.
Ninjas, in fact, consumed even more food.
If the food, salt, cloth, and other supplies of Sunagakure were all monopolized by Tenjokaku, influencing the Sand Ninjas would be incredibly easy. Eventually, they could promote one of their own to a high position, and Sunagakure would be completely under their control.
Therefore, no matter how the profit-sharing was negotiated, Dong Ping was willing to accept it.
He would even try to lower the sales price as much as possible.
This way, no other merchant guild could compete with him, and after the monopoly, the profit would be as high as he desired.
Dong Ping was prepared for strategic losses.
As for why he would wage a local war for profit when he didn't care about it, it was still the same principle: what he gave was theirs, and what he didn't give, they couldn't take.
If he backed down everywhere, the Sand Ninjas would take advantage and ask for more. Therefore, he had to show his strength first to pave the way for future cooperation.
Of course, this was also to create conditions for Shinobu's infiltration.
After confirming that Chiyoda had just started researching the Reincarnation Jutsu but had yet to make progress, Shinobu not only didn't feel disappointed about not obtaining the item but also had more faith in Dong Ping.
Because this meant the prophecy was correct, and they were indeed researching the Resurrection Jutsu.
She left behind some pieces and departed with peace of mind.
In her letter, she further expressed her firm support for Dong Ping.
While Dong Ping's mind was filled with the sense of reliance conveyed in Shinobu's letter, he skillfully haggled with Eizo, showing his mastery of the situation.
It seemed that he also had the potential to be a 'Time Management Master.'
After about an hour of negotiation, they reached a rough agreement.
A 70-30 split!
Tenjokaku would take 70%, and the Sand Ninjas 30%.
Moreover, when the caravan entered the Land of Wind, the Sand Ninjas would be responsible for protection and provide support within their capabilities.
At the same time, they would send a large number of puppet apprentices and puppeteers to the River Country to manufacture items for Tenjokaku and train some puppeteers.
Note that while they would teach puppet techniques, they wouldn't impart advanced knowledge.
And they weren't afraid of Tenjokaku surpassing them in puppet techniques.
They would only teach the basics.
This information had already been leaked, and as one of the Five Great Hidden Villages, the Sand Ninjas had their pride and weren't concerned about being surpassed in puppet techniques.
Overall, both parties were satisfied with the negotiation.
Dong Ping had taken the second step in controlling the Sand Ninjas and was ready to quickly monopolize the trade routes of the Land of Wind, even if it meant harming himself in the process.
Then, by promoting one of their own to a high position, Sunagakure would be entirely under their control.
Brilliant!
With this thought, Dong Ping's gaze swept over Ye Cang's body, hidden from view.
She would soon become one of his own! Even if she wasn't now, she would be in due time.
The hatred between the Mist Ninjas and the Sand Ninjas ran deep, and conflicts persisted even after the Great Ninja War.
To resolve this hatred, the Sand Ninjas would surely make a 'wise' choice.
They would send Ye Cang to her death! After all, her title of 'Shakuton' was earned by killing Mist Ninjas.
As long as she lived, the Mist Ninjas wouldn't stop.
Even if this situation didn't arise immediately, Dong Ping wouldn't mind taking matters into his own hands.
At that moment, a heroic rescue would be the only way to prevent the Sand Ninja Delegation from becoming his own people.
It was as if having the advantage of foresight was akin to having a full-map cheat, allowing him to manipulate the plot for personal gain.
That was why Dong Ping would create an impact while trying his best to steer the plot back to 'normalcy'.
Only by foreseeing the plot could he seize the greatest opportunity to strengthen himself.
As he watched the Sand Ninja Delegation depart, Dong Ping's gaze was like that of a predator trapped in a snare.
The Sand Ninja had made up their minds, and not even the Six Paths Sage could stop them, I tell you!
"Hachida, Kyohei, Taka, the rest is up to you!"
Dong Ping gave instructions to the few who had been involved in the negotiations from start to finish but had said little. The rest was up to them to execute.
"Yes!" 3
The group acknowledged in unison.
By the way, over this period, the number of Shrine Maidens in the River Country had been increasing.
This was due to 'Commissioned Training'.
It was similar to the Heavenly Fortress paying the Land of the Demons to cultivate management talents for them.
With these Shrine Maidens, along with the talents from the Starting Point Orphanage who didn't become ninjas, as well as promoted civilians, the Heavenly Fortress formed its internal management system.
It was this system that allowed the Heavenly Fortress to develop at an astonishing pace.
"I hope Meika didn't have to wait too long!"
After giving his instructions, Dong Ping left the border stone mountain with Hyuga Cangyue.
As soon as they descended the mountain, they saw Uchiha Meika, who had left the group and rushed over alone, joining them.
Yes, she had come this time too.
But she was responsible for 'protection'.
Dong Ping would not be careless.
The negotiation location with the Sand Ninja was too close to the Land of Wind; if they were determined to eliminate him, it would be too dangerous.
Ants could kill an elephant! Even the God of Ninjas and the Shinobi Guru, those at the peak of the Super Shadow Level, didn't conquer the world alone. So 'playing it safe' was the best strategy, and it wasn't strange to have someone protect him in secret.
"Let's go!"
Uchiha Meika glanced at the two of them before turning to lead the way.
She was clearly worried but didn't say a word.
One could only say that the assessment of the time-traveling companions was spot-on: 'Uchiha are tsundere, and Hyuga are yandere!'
On their return journey, they slowed down, their eyes scanning the surroundings.
It was around January, and although the temperature was extremely low, there were still many people working in the fields and farms.
Especially various fertilizers like Fertilizer, Ash, Bird Droppings, and the like, which were being spread in large quantities.
Bird Droppings!
This came from a small country in the northwest of the River Country, located in the buffer zone between the Land of Wind and the Land of Earth.
The name itself indicated that the country was teeming with birds, and the amount of bird droppings was beyond exaggeration, covering the entire nation.
Even the Daimyo of the Land of Birds was hiding in the Land of Fire, with no intention of returning.
However, after learning about this, Dong Ping instructed the United Fruit Trading Company to purchase bird droppings in unlimited quantities.
Because of this, the company gained the derogatory title of the 'Bird Droppings Guild'.
But it didn't matter; Dong Ping didn't mind.
In fact, he wished that only he knew the use of bird droppings.
But it was impossible to keep such a secret.
Although the Shinobi World's communication was backward, there were ninjas, who were more powerful than any commercial spies when it came to intelligence gathering.
Especially since bird droppings had been used on a large scale since last year, their true purpose would inevitably be exposed.
A natural organic fertilizer! Not only could it increase production, but more importantly, it could improve the soil.
It was a farming godsend.
As a result, this small country, which was once just a place for birds to defecate, had now become a gold mine.
Onogu shouted out... The Land of Birds had always been the territory of the Stone Ninja, and they would never allow others to covet it.
The Sand Ninja, of course, were not far behind. Although they didn't declare it, the mobilization of resources and ninjas spoke for itself.
In general, both sides were about to have a showdown in the Land of Birds.
The Bird Droppings War was about to break out.
However, before that, the Sand Ninja had to resolve their conflict with the Mist Ninja; otherwise, they would have no energy left to deal with the Stone Ninja.
An opportunity!
Dong Ping planned to take this chance to turn Ye Cang into an 'ally'.
(End of Chapter)
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