A familiar formula, a familiar taste.
Resources?
Do the Land of Lightning and the Hidden Cloud Village have such things?
It's impossible to have absolutely none, but they don't even have enough for themselves, otherwise, why would banditry be so prevalent in the Hidden Cloud Village?
What to do without resources?
They can only make up for it with manpower!
Especially the Hidden Cloud Village, don't they know their own situation?
If Yuuki hadn't insisted on half cash, they were sure that the 1 billion would have been entirely converted into manpower.
Half a year ago or last year?
It should have been last year, the Hidden Cloud Village had just finished working off their debts and accumulated a little capital.
Now they have to take on new debts again.
Continuing the days of working to pay off debts.
If the Hidden Cloud Village had a transmigrator, they would surely be building lampposts for Yuuki in their hearts!
Except for Yuuki, who still wore a faint smile, everyone else' had fallen faces, yet there was not a single word of objection or doubt.
The image of Yuuki capturing the Eight-Tails like a chick was vivid in their minds, and only someone with seawater in their brain would voice an objection.
It's true that Konoha is rich now, but with Izumi's Sharingan awakening, a large number of projects that were originally progressing slowly have turned into gold-swallowing beasts.
There are also the incredibly generous benefits and countless welfare programs for both Ninja and civilians in Konoha.
Coupled with the upcoming Joint Chunin Exams, Konoha's cash flow is a bit tight.
Taking this opportunity to make a fortune and alleviate financial pressure is a good choice.
"The third condition."
After Yuuki finished speaking, he deliberately paused to observe the reactions of the Ninja below.
As expected, the Cloud Ninja's expressions became even uglier, and their movements intensified.
They seemed to want to vent their indignation on the Eight-Tails.
If they couldn't do anything to the strong, they would bully the weaker, which could somewhat relieve their sense of injustice.
After a moment of thought, it seemed that aside from a bunch of laborers, the Hidden Cloud Village didn't have much of value left.
The market of the Land of Lightning had already been opened in the agreement after the war.
What remained of the Hidden Cloud Village was probably just the title of one of the Five Great Shinobi Villages.
Seeing many Ninja with poor emotional control, looking as if their closest relatives had died, Yuuki spoke.
"During my time as Hokage, the Hidden Cloud Village must act in unison with the Konoha Village in all matters concerning the Ninja World!"
It wasn't that Yuuki was particularly kind, but the Hidden Cloud Village truly had nothing of value left.
The previous 1 billion Ryo was Yuuki's estimate of the Hidden Cloud Village's approximate bottom line based on intelligence.
If he asked for more, Yuuki was afraid that the Hidden Cloud Village would completely give up if they couldn't bear it!
Yuuki's words made the Cloud Ninja sigh in relief.
That's good!
Even if the future is difficult, they can still persevere.
They'll get through it if they just endure, it's not the first time anyway!
Darui also quickly expressed his stance.
"Lord Hokage, rest assured, Kumogakure has always kept its promises, and what we agree to, we will absolutely do!"
Yuuki also smiled and nodded, then said.
"Given the years of friendship established between Konoha and Kumogakure, I also believe the Hidden Cloud Village can do it, so there's no need to sign an agreement, I trust you, Lord Raikage!"
I trust you are a smart man.
Friendship?
What kind of friendship is this, is friendship about lying on the Hidden Cloud Village, eating meat and drinking blood?
Do you want my bone marrow too!
Darui didn't want to speak at all.
Seeing this, Yuuki was not surprised. If their positions were reversed, he would definitely not have any intention of responding.
Fortunately, he was the stronger party.
"Then, Lord Raikage, I shall take my leave first. The Hidden Cloud Village's successful recovery of the Eight-Tails is cause for celebration. Finally, I wish the Hidden Cloud Village prosperity!"
Cutting the flesh and not forgetting to rub salt in the wound.
Yuuki reverted to his mischievous nature. After speaking, he didn't wait for Darui and Kumogakure's reply, found his direction, and flew away from the area.
After Yuuki's figure completely disappeared.
Doi came to Darui's side and quietly comforted him.
"Lord Raikage, you don't need to be discouraged. My grandfather and father also experienced the fear of being dominated by Konoha. As long as we persevere, after several generations, Kumogakure will surely rise again!"
Darui looked at Doi with dead fish eyes.
Are you, old man, comforting me or striking me down?
So, with me, the Hidden Cloud is completely hopeless, huh!
Although the truth was painful, Darui had to admit that it was indeed so.
His greatest contribution as the Fifth Raikage would be to pass on the Hidden Cloud Village completely intact.
After a silent sigh, Darui looked at the sealing work, which was nearing its end, and softly said.
"Go and tally the losses from this operation!"
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