Chapter 769: Dawn Canal!
Chapter 769: Dawn Canal!
An immense chasm split the desert into two, its width spanning hundreds of meters and its depth over a hundred meters, leaving onlookers in awe.
"This...!"
Chiyoe subconsciously took a step forward but was stopped by the ship's deck.
"This is the life-giving channel for our Wind Country!"
Yekou nodded in agreement.
Life-giving channel!
This statement was not an exaggeration.
Once this chasm was filled with water, it would save countless lives in the Wind Country.
"But... if the wind and sand erode it, it won't take more than a few years for this chasm to be buried!"
Eizo cautiously voiced his concern.
Yekou held immense prestige among the Sand Ninja, and his words commanded respect.
"Rest assured!" Yekou exclaimed with enthusiasm. "We have powerful seeds and fast-growing anti-sand forests. With a water source, we can turn the desert into a forest, let alone these areas being the slowest to erode!"
Indeed, a mere canal wouldn't improve the Wind Country.
Wind and sand were mobile, and no matter how slow, they would bury anything given time.
However, plants could prevent sand erosion.
The Radiant Sun Country's expertise in botany was well-known throughout the Ninja World.
The Skyguard Tower's rice seeds were coveted by numerous factions, leading to annual thefts despite the seeds' inevitable degradation.
No one could resist the allure of a yield increase of several times.
With this precedent, Eizo's worries were assuaged.
He recalled that this canal's location was indeed in a region with weaker wind and sand.
The Golden Phoenix flew steadily above the chasm, allowing the Sand Ninja in the hangar and on the deck to observe the canal below.
Over a hundred meters beneath the surface, hard rocks and soil were exposed, devoid of any yellow sand, giving it an abyss-like appearance.
The key was its length!
Its endless expanse seemed to stretch on forever.
"The Dawn Canal, three thousand kilometers long, originates in the Kusa Country, traverses the southern Wind Country, and flows into the southern sea!"
Yekou explained to the Sand Ninja officials beside him.
These officials showed no impatience, only anticipation and excitement.
They understood the canal's significance.
If successful, it would transform the entire Wind Country and bring hope.
As Yekou spoke, the Golden Phoenix headed east towards the Kusa Country.
Soon, a spectacular sight unfolded.
A sound rarely heard by the Sand Ninja—the roar of a distant tide—echoed through the air.
Today was not just a canal tour; it was its grand opening.
Since the Kusa Country was also under the control of the Skyguard Tower, there was no need for time-wasting negotiations. Simply opening the gates would release the water.
Diverting the Kusa Country's water was a blessing for them.
The country suffered from floods, with much of it submerged.
By diverting some water, the Kusa Country would gain more usable land and reduce the impact of the floods.
A win-win situation!
A big win.
The Sand Ninja officials, upon witnessing the raging currents, were not afraid but thrilled.
"Water! It's water!"
"So much water!"
"This is wonderful!"
"The Wind Country is saved!"
...
Don't think their astonishment was unwarranted.
Only those who had lived in the Wind Country understood the value of water.
Fighting for water sources was commonplace.
But now, a massive canal bringing abundant water appeared before them, and its impact was profound.
Yekou observed the Sand Ninja officials, who seemed to have forgotten to breathe, with pride in her eyes.
She knew that from this day forward, these officials would stand firmly with the Radiant Sun Country.
If they had been 'bought' before, now they saw hope and a future.
The East Water West Diversion Project!
This project alone could elevate Yekou, who had already secured the Fifth Kazekage position, to god-like status in the Wind Country.
The Wind Country also became increasingly dependent on the Radiant Sun Country, as the Kusa Country was under its control, and even seeds and saplings had to be provided by them.
It could be said that the entire Wind Country was firmly in their grasp.
As for why the Terra Cotta Warriors didn't complete the branch channels as well, it was naturally important for the Wind Country to be personally involved.
After all, gifts from others and things made by oneself are two different matters.
It was also an opportunity to win over the people with the upcoming project.
When hiring people to work, one should always provide compensation, right?
While the Mikos were working, they could also subtly instill their ideas in the people.
In the Water Country, this was how the Mikos operated.
As for the results?
Well, the Water Country had now become a place where the New Mist Hidden Village's loyal supporters thrived, and they believed that the nobility and bureaucracy were the biggest cancers.
When it came to means, the 'pure' Shinobi people could never match the business warfare tactics that Tang Ping had seen countless times.
He didn't need to innovate; he only needed to adapt it to the Ninja World version to strike a devastating blow.
After witnessing the Dawn Canal, all the Sand Ninja high officials underwent a subtle change in their mental state.
It was a change that brought hope for a brighter future.
"Hmph!" Tsubaki clenched her teeth and let out a soft hum, her eyes glimmering with a hint of darkness.
Even if she was reluctant, she had to admit that the Sand Ninja could only develop better by following Yekou's footsteps.
Setting aside the improvements in various aspects of the village during this time, the mere existence of this canal was enough to make all the Sand Ninja submit to Yekou.
As for why there was some resistance in her heart, it was naturally due to her identity as the 'Kazekage's daughter.'
Seeing Yekou as the new Kazekage, replacing her father's position, it was only natural for her to resist.
But now, she could only stubbornly persist.
If anyone truly wanted to overthrow Yekou and the Radiant Sun Country, she would undoubtedly stand up and protect it with her life.
"Tsubaki, Gaara, and Kanamaru, you've been performing well recently. This is a special reward from Yekou for you!"
Tang Ping approached Tsubaki and took a small box from Minoko's hands, handing it to her.
Inside was a potion of natural energy.
It was something Yekou had obtained by exchanging her own contributions, and Tang Ping had brought it along this time.
As for the reason?
It was naturally because the three siblings had potential.
Currently, Yekou only had Makoto, Makki, and Shizuru under her command, so naturally, she wanted to cultivate her own 'direct lineage.'
Although Eizo and Chiyoki were indeed powerful and reliable, their age and status were too high, so they couldn't be considered her subordinates. Therefore, cultivating powerful and loyal direct subordinates was an urgent matter.
Standing to the side, Uchiha Yaya and Hyuga Tsukimi both looked at the three siblings with thoughtful gazes.
They had realized that Tang Ping saw something special in them.
Otherwise, such a task wouldn't require the 'Radiant Sunlord' himself; anyone could have done it.
Even this boy called 'Gaara,' who was a Jinchuriki, wasn't worth it.
"Thank you, Kazekage!" Tsubaki expressed her gratitude to Yekou.
Even if she verbally resisted, after Yekou's rise to power, she had never targeted them, and instead, she valued them highly. So, despite their verbal resistance, they remained absolutely loyal to Yekou.
"You deserve it!"
Yekou accepted Tsubaki's thanks with a calm demeanor.
She had invested a lot of effort in cultivating the three siblings.
Whether it was resources or various techniques, she tried to favor them as much as possible, and she even spent contribution points to exchange for special potions for them.
However, the returns were also significant.
Setting aside Tsubaki and Kanamaru, Gaara, the 'Jinchuriki,' alone was worth the price of admission.
Especially after Tang Ping's improvements to his seal, he was no longer a ticking time bomb ready to 'self-destruct' but had become a trustworthy Kage-level combat power.
Tang Ping's actions also indicated her high regard for the three siblings.
As for Tsubaki, there was now no chance of her being with Nara Shikamaru.
With the feeling of 'breaking up a couple,' Tang Ping and Hyuga Tsukimi headed towards the Leaf Village.
(End of Chapter)
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