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Chapter 325: False Allies: Konoha, True Ally: Danzo!
Chapter 325: False Allies: Konoha, True Ally: Danzo!
Upon returning to the Heavenly Fortress, Dong Ping had barely finished handling internal affairs when he received several letters from the Leaf Clan.
These letters subtly hinted at establishing connections, and the Yuki Clan, in particular, explicitly expressed their loyalty.
After setting down the letters, Dong Ping asked, "What's happening in Konoha recently?"
He was genuinely curious about what had transpired in Konoha to stir such thoughts among these 'loyal' clans.
Medic Yawara Yuzuki was also present. She had come to report on the promotional issues regarding the Phantom Lantern Clan and immediately replied, "It's Danzo..."
She was now the 'Deputy Minister' of the Intelligence Department.
Initially, she had no intention of taking up the role, but the allure of a high salary proved irresistible.
After all, an additional job meant an extra income.
As for loyalty, the private orphanage ensured that it was easily manipulated.
Hold on!
The orphanage was no longer necessary.
Medic Yawara Yuzuki had genuinely and sincerely pledged her loyalty to Dong Ping.
After witnessing how they had changed the fate of numerous refugees, it was challenging not to be moved.
Konoha also accepted refugees, but the numbers were pitifully small, and they struggled to accommodate them properly.
However, while loyalty was one thing, money still needed to be earned.
She had an orphanage to support.
As for why Yawara Yuzuki was so well-informed about Konoha's intelligence, it was natural. Several small clans had been left behind in the village, and although they might not be adept at gathering secret information, they couldn't possibly be unaware of such significant events.
"Hahaha!"
Dong Ping burst into laughter.
As expected, this 'ally' Danzo never failed to amuse him.
If it weren't for Danzo's schemes, the Heavenly Fortress might never have developed so well and smoothly.
Compared to Konoha, the advantages were overwhelmingly in their favor, and without Danzo's silence, a turnaround would be nearly impossible.
But Dong Ping's least concern was this.
With the Konoha F4, why worry about their inactivity?
Once they stirred up some trouble, with the example set by the small clans and the Uchiha Chobo branch, there might be imitators.
Just like now, the Yuki Clan had joined them.
There was also no need to worry too much about loyalty issues, as ninjas were inherently contradictory.
They were both loyal and disloyal!
If one spoke of disloyalty, it was because during their tenure, they often disguised themselves as spies.
But if one spoke of loyalty, it was because after pledging their sincere loyalty, even death would not lead to betrayal unless something truly disheartening occurred.
While there were many rogue ninjas in the Shinobi World, a simple data comparison revealed that the percentage of ninjas betraying their villages was pitifully low.
The ratio was even lower among the Five Great Shinobi Villages, and if one were to consider the clans, it would take half a day to find one or two examples.
Therefore, it was incredibly difficult for clans to betray their villages!
The Yuki Clan's allegiance to the Heavenly Fortress couldn't be considered betrayal.
They were all part of the Konoha system, and at most, they just didn't visit the village often. Regardless of whether others believed it or not, Dong Ping's group promoted this idea.
Joking aside, having made up their minds to drain Konoha's resources, it was impossible to deny their Konoha identity.
With the 'Konoha' name, the clans in the village, whether choosing to defect or cooperate, could deceive themselves into believing that this wasn't 'betrayal' but merely a change of faction.
Don't underestimate this!
For ninjas, death was preferable to betrayal.
Hence, maintaining a 'Konoha' identity was of utmost importance. Without it, draining resources from Konoha would be unrealistic.
Hearing Dong Ping's laughter, Uchiha Meika and Hyuga Cangyue, who were also in the office, exchanged glances. They both recalled his evaluation of Danzo.
Ally~
Previously, they couldn't understand why he called Danzo, who constantly targeted them and employed despicable and ruthless methods, an ally.
Now, they both understood.
Whether it was the Hashirama cells, jutsu library, or experimental funds, everything was bestowed by this 'top-ranked brother.' Without him, the Heavenly Fortress would never have developed so well and smoothly.
Now, he had even brought them the 'friendship' of numerous clans and even led a renowned clan to defect. If this wasn't an ally, what was?
The False Ally: Konoha!
The True Ally: Danzo!
With Danzo as an 'ally' lurking in Konoha, there's no need to worry about not being able to dig into the walls or suck blood.
Meanwhile, Dong Ping quickly penned a letter.
In the letter, he stated that he would accept the Yuki Clan and provide compensation based on their assets in Konoha, but he needed them to remain in the village.
He didn't require them to betray Konoha or do anything detrimental to the village; simple, regular intelligence would suffice.
If he were to ask the Yuki Clan to betray Konoha, they would surely refuse.
However, collecting regular intelligence and providing them with some conveniences wouldn't be a problem at all.
"Yawara, I'm planning to send To to deliver the letter, and I have a task for him as well!"
After sealing the letter, Dong Ping explained the subsequent arrangements.
Indeed, it's the original plot!
This is his greatest advantage, and he's also preparing to 'freeload' off Orochimaru.
So, he plans to follow the original storyline.
He will send Medic To to Konoha, allowing his talent to be discovered by Orochimaru, and have the 'First Master of the Shinobi World' cultivate him.
Although Dong Ping's research capabilities are undoubtedly superior to Orochimaru's, when it comes to teaching, he genuinely can't compare.
At the same time, he isn't worried about Medic To betraying him or any unexpected occurrences.
Resurrection!
This path is about to be cleared, and even if something goes wrong, it can be rectified.
Furthermore, with the compatibility between Medic To and Orochimaru, there's no need to worry about the latter not taking a liking to him.
After hearing the arrangements, Yawara Yuzuki considered it seriously.
Following the Tea Country incident, she was well aware of her foster son's potential and understood that conventional training wasn't suitable for him.
Although the task was extremely dangerous, accepting it also represented a shortcut to promotion.
The key was Dong Ping's prophetic ability; his arrangement meant this was the best path for To.
He wouldn't set up his own people to fail.
Finally, after considering all aspects, Medic Yawara Yuzuki spoke up.
"When I return, I'll ask To. If he's willing, I won't object!"
It's safe to say that the children from the orphanage shared a deep bond with her.
"That's great!"
Dong Ping nodded in satisfaction.
By setting up Medic To as a pawn in advance, he was certain it would bring him immense surprises in the future.
After handling these matters, Dong Ping also reviewed last year's development summary.
Overall, even with the massive investments in construction, factories, and shipbuilding, the profits remained astonishing.
Nearly several hundred million ryo!
And this was after deducting the initial investments.
But the investments themselves exceeded several hundred million ryo.
However, the greatest contributor to such high profits was undoubtedly the 'Phantom'.
It was the existence of its 'Construction Legion' that allowed the Heavenly Fortress to save every penny in the most labor-intensive and financially demanding construction projects.
To be honest, if the projects undertaken by the Construction Legion were converted into financial and human resources, they would require an investment of several trillion ryo and the lives of tens of millions of laborers to complete.
These were projects that were almost earth-shattering, and it was normal to pay such a price.
Even with such a price, completion wasn't guaranteed.
Take the River Country, for example! It was an impossible task for ordinary people, and no Shinobi Village would accept such a mission.
It required countless Shinobi Jutsu to be expended, truly a 'Kryptonite' situation.
It's safe to say that the Heavenly Fortress' remarkable development was largely due to the Phantom, an otherworldly demon.
Anyway, if anyone dared to 'purify' it now, both Dong Ping and the Shrine Maiden Maitreya would kill them without hesitation.
After reviewing these matters, Dong Ping had Uchiha Meika 'stand in' for him at the Heavenly Fortress and announced his seclusion.
Hyuga Cangyue also went into seclusion with him.
As for the latter, since he had always been an insignificant figure, no one paid him any attention.
This was a deliberate effect.
Only by having Hyuga Cangyue go unnoticed could he freely act in the shadows.
Of course, it was called seclusion, but in reality, they were heading to the Mist Concealing Village.
The opportunity has arrived!
(End of Chapter)
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