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Chapter 466: A War-Free Ninja World!
Chapter 466: A War-Free Ninja World!
Over the next few months, the turmoil caused by the battle at the Mist Village gradually subsided.
With the defeat of the Mist Village, the blockade of the Water Country began, and Master Yuan and Zhao Mei Ming occasionally appeared with the Mist Ninjas, confirming to the major powers that the Heavenly Fortress had repelled the Mist Village.
Thus, attention shifted to the flying squadrons.
This was the crucial point! It was now evident to everyone that the flying squadrons were a game-changer in warfare.
As a result, spies and envoys flooded into the Heavenly Fortress.
With Uchiha Yai in command, the situation was naturally stable.
After all, her Mangekyo Sharingan consumption could be restored using the Radiant Medicine extracted from the Hashirama cells, so no one dared to provoke her after her strength recovered.
Well, however, Hua Xiang Yi lost several hundred sets directly within a few months.
Yes, you heard right; the loss was that exaggerated.
Yuzuki Hachida Tenkusa directly scolded the various powers, stating that people shouldn't be so shameless, as they weren't refusing to sell.
They didn't sell the Fighter Jets, but they could genuinely sell the Hua Xiang Yi.
Perhaps the various powers thought that the sold versions would be different, which was why the Hua Xiang Yi was stolen in large quantities.
A single Hua Xiang Yi cost around 100,000 ryo in materials.
Note that this was the price set by the Heavenly Fortress.
They sourced the materials through their channels, hence the low price; if it were any other manufacturer, the production cost would be several times higher.
The manufacturing technology was almost non-existent, making it extremely easy to replicate.
Currently, many nobles' territories had Hua Xiang Yi flying in the air.
Of course, there were undoubtedly many fatalities.
After all, the Hua Xiang Yi wasn't a Fighter Jet; it had to take off from a high place and was also very dangerous.
Even the Heavenly Fortress required training before allowing people to officially take off.
Aside from the nobles, the various Ninja Villages were also trying to establish their flying squadrons.
The Crab Island battle, where the Heavenly Fortress, being the weaker side, thoroughly crushed the Mist Ninja army, whose strength far surpassed theirs, had a significant impact.
The flying squadrons were the greatest contributors, and it was a one-sided victory; it was only natural for them to be highly regarded.
Even Konoha couldn't resist sending a letter, proposing to 'jointly develop' Fighter Jets.
However, Uchiha Yai immediately threw the letter into the trash can.
When the Heavenly Fortress was under attack by the Mist Ninja army, Konoha didn't send a single person to support them, and now they wanted to reap the benefits without any effort?
Go to hell!
Uchiha Yai wasn't like Uchiha Fujyou, who had a personality that allowed Konoha to mistreat her a thousand times, yet she still treated Konoha like her first love. She simply didn't care about Konoha.
And her attitude was entirely justified.
Initially, Konoha had planned to abandon the Uchiha Chohan clan, using them as cannon fodder to buy time to establish a new defense line. If they hadn't relocated to the Heavenly Fortress, the consequences would have been unimaginable.
It could be said that Konoha had let down the Uchiha Chohan clan, and it wasn't them who had wronged Konoha, so it was normal for them to resent Konoha.
Like Dong Ping and his 404 Squad, who didn't return to the Heavenly Fortress, they might have considered it inappropriate to outright refuse Konoha, so they decided to stall for time first.
However, after the battle between the Heavenly Fortress and the Mist Ninjas ended, the other major battles also gradually calmed down.
Firstly, the 'Bird Dropping War' in the Bird Country came to a halt.
Both the Sand Ninjas and the Rock Ninjas eventually realized they couldn't do much against each other, so they finally agreed to a 50-50 split.
In the past, the Sand Ninjas would never have been able to negotiate to this extent, as the Rock Ninjas were far superior in strength.
With the constant supply of various resources from the Wind Country by the Heavenly Fortress, the Sand Ninjas, well-supplied, stood firm, forcing a 'draw' with the Rock Ninjas.
An unprecedented victory! Previously, the Sand Ninjas had always been at the mercy of the Rock Ninjas.
Although the environment in the Earth Country wasn't ideal, it was still far better than the desert, which was why they had always held the upper hand. This was the first time they were at a disadvantage.
For the Rock Ninjas, failing to crush the Sand Ninjas meant they were at a disadvantage.
However, although both sides had temporarily reached a peace agreement, they would undoubtedly clash again in the future.
The allure of Bird Country's bird droppings was simply irresistible.
It was a goldmine! Even with the current transportation limitations, the profits were significant, and once transportation improved, the gains would multiply several times over. It was only natural that conflicts would arise.
Furthermore, bird droppings were a commodity that the Sky Fortress and other forces would never have enough of.
Therefore, all the powers near Bird Country would have their eyes on it in the future.
Bird Country's location was like a powder keg.
It was bordered by Earth Country above, Wind Country below, Bear Country to the left, and Rain Country to the right.
Yes, Rain Country was right next door.
The Rain Ninjas, on the verge of poverty, would undoubtedly be tempted by the prospect of Bird Country, a veritable treasure trove, just across the border.
During World War II, the Rain Ninjas had been poised to become the sixth great ninja village in the Wolf Annihilation, so they were undoubtedly bold.
It wasn't just them; one must not forget who the true rulers were at that time.
The Dawn Heaven Group!
If they intervened, they could easily bring tragedy to the Sand and Rock Ninjas.
This development was incredibly exciting.
After the two great ninja villages ceased hostilities, the Cloud Ninjas also promptly stopped their conflict with the Leaf Village.
Previously, they had dared to constantly harass the Leaf Village because the Rock and Sand Ninjas were 'in cahoots.' Now that both sides had called a truce, the Cloud Ninjas naturally had to be more cautious.
Although Lightning and Earth Countries did not share a border, their enmity was so complex that if the Rock Ninjas found an opening, they would undoubtedly strike. So, it was better to make peace while they could.
After the four great ninja villages stopped fighting, the entire ninja world instantly became peaceful.
Previously, various forces could 'fish in troubled waters,' but now, these great ninja villages might just bring down justice upon them.
As for Dong Ping?
He had been stationed in the Mist Village for several months, gradually taking control of personnel, finances, and administration through the priestesses.
The Sky Fortress ninja forces were stationed dozens of kilometers away, allowing only the priestesses to work under the leadership of Nagai Hideo and Zhao Mei Ming.
This move was extremely wise.
The priestesses, with their good looks, pleasant personalities, and lack of threat, naturally wouldn't provoke excessive vigilance or hatred from the Mist Ninjas.
Even in the ninja world, one's appearance could influence their values.
However, the priestesses' affability had been professionally trained.
Additionally, with the Sky Fortress ninjas not present in the Mist Village and their appearance not giving away any hints, no one would suspect that the Mist Village had already taken on Dong Ping's form.
Others might not know, but both Nagai Hideo and Zhao Mei Ming were acutely aware of this.
The Mist Ninjas... had changed.
In just a few months, the Mist Village underwent a complete transformation.
Various foods, secret medicines, and supplies appeared on the exchange list, and the number of missions increased exponentially compared to before.
Previously, due to the Mist Village's isolation, the Mist Ninjas could only undertake internal missions within Water Country.
And everyone knew how harsh the environment in Water Country was; there were hardly any missions to be had.
But now?
With the support of the Sky Fortress, supplies and missions increased like crazy, and there was no need to worry about a lack of missions.
Take food, for example!
The price of 50,000 ryo per ton made countless Mist Ninjas laugh out loud.
Before, even if they had money, they had no means to purchase food unless they went to other countries.
In Water Country, with its pervasive mist, cultivable land was scarce, and the value of food was evident.
But now, as long as they were registered ninjas, Genin could purchase one ton per month, Chunin three tons, and Jonin ten tons (with the monthly purchase limit resetting).
Not to mention other aspects, just buying and selling food could easily double their money.
Did the Sky Fortress know about this loophole?
Of course, they did!
Furthermore, Dong Ping intentionally spread this information to profit from it.
By exploiting this loophole, even Genin could earn tens of thousands of ryo every month without any risk.
Dong Ping's intentions were clear, but even if Nagai Hideo and Zhao Mei Ming knew, they had no choice but to comply.
However, his actions left the Sky Fortress ninjas perplexed.
(End of Chapter)
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