Orochimaru's Hideout.
"He truly is a clever child!"
Orochimaru watched Keigo complete the task he had assigned, a smile appearing on his face.
It was just like when he first saw Kabuto all those years ago.
Good boy.
"So scary." Suigetsu quickly turned his head, looking away from Orochimaru's gaze.
He really couldn't understand why that Satoru Captain would give his son to Orochimaru to raise.
But this kid was truly smart; he felt like he was seeing a second Kabuto.
Keigo: "Orochimaru-sensei, you're not bad either."
He acknowledged this teacher; it was just as his father had said, he had some skills.
After a few days, he had experienced Orochimaru's teaching style.
A completely different teaching method from his father.
But everything taught was so useful.
"Good boy, so polite." When Orochimaru heard him call him'sensei,' he couldn't help but think of Hiruzen Sarutobi for some reason.
Perhaps it was nostalgia...
Hokage Meeting.
"Regarding Satoru's proposal, do any of you have any opinions? Feel free to speak your mind.
This is a new direction, so speak openly."
Kakashi, wearing the Hokage robe, addressed the Konoha higher-ups below.
Whether or not to establish such a department required careful consideration.
After all, it meant another change to Konoha's structure.
And it involved certain interests.
"It certainly helps Konoha."
"But Konoha is currently in a post-war recovery period, and we don't have that much funding temporarily.
Do we really want Satoru to invest and take a stake? This is an unprecedented model,
and it might have a significant impact on future generations."
"I think it's a good idea. A new department, in this time of peace, is a new trend,
just like the World Ninja Association."
"It should all go well in the early stages, but I'm just worried that problems might arise over a longer period."
Among the Jonin, a bustling discussion began.
Everyone was eager for a new department.
The establishment of the Ninja Association had brought new benefits to many Ninja in the Ninja Alliance.
It created many Ninja positions.
The value of this new department was self-evident.
Even the rebuilding of the Konoha Military Police Force after the Uchiha clan's extermination had been debated for a long time.
Satoru was also present.
He wasn't worried at all.
He had spoken of full funding.
It had only been a few months since the war, and he was the only one with ample funds.
As for why only he had it, besides the book sales, there was also the full expansion of Ichiraku Ramen.
He had already begun to lay out plans in other countries.
Why could he do it? Multiple Shadow Clone and his immense Chakra gave him too much convenience.
Moreover, the establishment of the new department had no downsides for other families.
The main discussion was about its impact on Konoha, whether it would have negative consequences, and so on.
The new department was beneficial to all major families.
In all aspects.
This discussion lasted for an hour.
From the establishment of the department to its potential impacts and the adjustments that needed to be made in various areas, everything had to be considered.
But one thing was undeniable: the establishment of this department was beyond doubt.
"Then, based on the opinions of the various departments, the Konoha Technology Development Bureau project is established."
Kakashi finally spoke.
Homura Mitokado: "However, there is one point of contention: 10% is too much. Konoha can only accept a maximum of 5%. After all, Konoha is not just your Konoha, and the veto power cannot fall into the hands of incompetent people. Your descendants must reach Jonin level, or become a one-star Ninja in the Ninja Association."
Jonin was an affirmation of ability within the Village.
A one-star Ninja was an affirmation of ability in a specific field.
Only capable people could achieve these.
Koharu Utatane: "That's right. Since Konoha's founding, no matter the department, only the capable have risen. Otherwise, Konoha wouldn't have survived various wars. This new department is no exception. No amount of funding will change that."
The two old Advisors truly lived up to their reputation as the mainstays of Konoha's internal affairs, providing a detailed dissection of Satoru's demands.
Everything they said was for Konoha's benefit.
After all, even if Konoha recovered later, this department could still be re-established.
Now was a time of peace, not a time to rush for success.
"What the two Advisors said makes sense."
"Indeed, ability is still very important."
The other Jonin also had no objections to the two Advisors' words.
Even the Ino–Shika–Chō family, who had a very good relationship with Satoru, shared the same view.
Because the two Advisors were right.
The Ino–Shika–Chō, including the Sarutobi and Shimura families, also needed to be capable when holding important positions in the Village.
They couldn't just occupy a position without performing.
"I have no objections."
Satoru spoke.
It met his requirements.
He just wanted to give his descendants more choices.
Not spoon-feed them.
He believed that none of his children or grandchildren, generation after generation, would fail to become a Jonin or even a one-star Ninja.
Besides, he himself didn't know how long he would live!
He could adjust at any time.
As for whether the two old Advisors were retaliating for his previous use of genjutsu, he didn't care.
Why he didn't use means to remove the two old Advisors, he also had his own thoughts.
The two old Advisors' internal affairs capabilities were still very strong; they could be said to be very experienced in Konoha, and currently, there was no one capable of taking over.
Another thought was that he wanted the two old Advisors to work like oxen for Konoha until they died of old age.
If he remembered correctly, in Boruto, the two old Advisors were so old they could barely walk, yet they couldn't retire.
Of course, he might be mistaken, as it had been a long time, and it was just a memory.
"Alright, then starting tomorrow, Shikamaru will be responsible for coordinating the various departments' cooperation and adjustments with the Technology Development Bureau.
Satoru, you just invest the money and technology."
Kakashi gave the order.
Shikamaru nodded.
In order to assist Naruto in the future, he was already prepared to participate in learning about various aspects of Konoha's construction.
"Shikamaru is in charge of coordination, that's truly excellent!"
Satoru was extremely satisfied with this decision.
Smart people are easy to use...
Time quietly passed.
Three months.
Satoru invested three billion in the Konoha Technology Development Bureau, and with the Village's full support, the Konoha Technology Development Bureau stood tall in the outlying areas.
It covered an area of 58,300 square meters, with a total building area of 81,000 square meters.
With strong financial support, various modern technologies were implemented.
From a distance, it looked like it had traveled into a future world.
"An incredible Technology Development Bureau, I love it!"
Orochimaru walked along the path of the Technology Development Bureau, especially admiring its various technologies, like a pervert seeing a beautiful woman.
Satoru: "Of course, you've never played in such a lavish experimental zone, have you?
The outside is just the surface; the real good stuff is all inside the laboratories."
And at their feet, Keigo's eyes sparkled with admiration.
He admired his father greatly.
Behind them, Suigetsu was also curiously looking around.
"This place is about to be put into use. Now I'll show you my real treasure.
It requires your abilities. Once this place is operational, research can begin directly."
Satoru spoke.
"Hmm, Suigetsu, stay here. This is important information; you can't see it."
Then he looked at Suigetsu.
Suigetsu puffed out his cheeks: "Hmph, who cares? I used to be a treasure too.
But why can this kid go?"
He pointed at Keigo.
"Because he's my son, a connected person, understand?"