Chapter 315 Yes, this is my capacity! Forced donation operation! Three more
"Tetsuya kid… keep going!"
Seeing everyone gradually quiet down, Hiruzen Sarutobi placed his pipe on the table and nodded.
"Yes."
"Although it's a bit presumptuous, I'd like to add one more thing."
"Not for Uchiha Madara, but for the First Hokage."
Thinking of the deep bond between Senju Hashirama and Uchiha Madara, Fujiwara Tetsuya's tone suddenly paused.
"After that battle, since the First Hokage tacitly allowed Uchiha Madara's statue to remain standing in the Valley of the End, it already showed that… in the First Hokage's heart, he had long forgiven Uchiha Madara's actions."
"In my opinion, what existed between the First Hokage and Lord Uchiha Madara was not a struggle for power, a struggle out of pique, or a struggle of hatred, but a purer struggle of ideals…"
"As juniors, we may not be able to inherit the First Hokage's strength, which was at the pinnacle of the Ninja World, but for Konoha's long-term development, we must inherit the First Hokage's broad-mindedness and magnanimity, innovate, and seek common ground while preserving differences."
"Those who are ignorant, stuck in their ways, and short-sighted will sooner or later be abandoned by the advancing tide of the times…"
Seek common ground while preserving differences… Tetsuya kid, is this the magnanimity you possess?
Looking at Fujiwara Tetsuya's youthful face, Hiruzen Sarutobi, Tsunade, and others' expressions brightened, their eyes filled with complexity.
"Sorry, I spoke a bit too much!"
"Of course, if you all find these words worth listening to, then listen. If not… just take them as a joke."
"Returning to Senior Tsunade's proposal just now, actually… Advisor Torifu, Advisor Mito, and everyone else present, the concerns you just mentioned are indeed very reasonable."
"Since Konoha went to war with Hidden Rain Village in Konoha Year 39, the war has lasted for more than two years. Countless comrades, seniors… and juniors have fallen on the battlefields of the Land of Rain, the Land of Rivers, and the Land of Grass. The consumption of various resources has also left the Village's finances stretched thin."
"To achieve the level Senior Tsunade's proposal hopes to reach is undoubtedly extremely difficult… or even currently impossible."
"Tetsuya kid…"
Hearing Fujiwara Tetsuya's narration, Tsunade's voice gradually deepened, and for a moment she couldn't quite grasp Fujiwara Tetsuya's thoughts.
Could it be that this damned kid… temporarily changed his stance?
"Senior Tsunade, don't be anxious… let me continue."
"This kind of thing is indeed very difficult, but for Konoha's future, it must be done."
"No one can predict how long our war with Sunagakure and Iwagakure will last. And no one can predict… under this tense war situation, whether new forces will emerge to declare war on Konoha?"
"Implementing medical system reform and training more Medical Ninja, even if only partially, can save as many comrades as possible who are severely wounded in battle, reducing the casualty rate on the front lines."
"Saving a severely wounded Ninja versus training a novice Ninja? Which cost is higher? Which can contribute more? I believe everyone here knows."
"This is both being responsible to our comrades fighting bravely on the front lines and being responsible for the Village's future."
"Furthermore, once the Village gets through this period, we can completely expand the Village's medical system, opening hospitals throughout the Land of Fire… and even in other countries, to increase the Village's financial income."
…Looking at the eloquently speaking Fujiwara Tetsuya, Hiruzen Sarutobi's gaze softened, clearly moved by the future vision Fujiwara Tetsuya depicted.
However… all of this, in the end, revolves around one word: money.
Without money, it's impossible to purchase various resources, let alone train Medical Ninja in batches and strengthen the research and development of Medical Ninjutsu.
Of course, Fujiwara Tetsuya was also well aware of this point.
"Hokage-sama…"
Seeing Fujiwara Tetsuya speak again, everyone's eyes instinctively looked over.
Even Hiruzen Sarutobi, as the Hokage, vaguely held a certain indescribable expectation.
"Hokage-sama, to repay the Village's nurturing and to ensure the Village achieves ultimate victory and a brighter future…"
"On behalf of the Fujiwara, Tanaka, Uesugi Three Clans, I donate ten million ryo to the Village as a special fund for medical system reform and training Medical Ninja."
"Tetsuya kid, you…"
Perhaps feeling Fujiwara Tetsuya's determination, or perhaps touched by Fujiwara Tetsuya's magnanimity, Hiruzen Sarutobi took a deep breath and slowly stood up.
"Teacher…"
Amidst everyone's moved expressions, Tsunade also stood up.
As her sleeves moved, an invisible aura continuously spread.
"On behalf of the Senju Clan, I donate thirty million ryo to the Village, also as a special fund for medical system reform and training Medical Ninja."
"Senior Tsunade, I believe the Ninja and Villagers of the Village will all feel the Senju Clan's sincerity. The Senju Clan… truly lives up to its reputation as the most responsible Shinobi Clan among Konoha's three great noble clans."
Facing Fujiwara Tetsuya's surprising actions, the Hyuga and Uchiha Clan heads and elders immediately looked grim.
Although it was possible that this annoying kid… no, it was… this kid was openly, in front of all the high-ranking officials and many Shinobi Clan heads and elders, subtly criticizing them.
If they truly remained indifferent, once this matter spread, it would definitely damage the reputation of their two clans.
Looking at the smile on Fujiwara Tetsuya's lips, Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes flickered, seemingly understanding Fujiwara Tetsuya's deeper plan.
An open scheme?
So it could be played like this?
Tetsuya kid… you truly live up to your name!
Undoubtedly, Fujiwara Tetsuya's audacious move opened up a whole new path for Hiruzen Sarutobi.
"In that case…"
"As the Hokage, this old man, and the head of the Sarutobi Clan, cannot remain indifferent. I, on behalf of the Sarutobi Clan, donate twenty million ryo, also as a special fund for the Village's medical system reform and training Medical Ninja."
"Hiruzen…"
Seeing Hiruzen Sarutobi make his pledge, Utatane Koharu and Homura Mitokado moved their lips, but ultimately didn't argue and quietly sat down.
"Cough ~ Hokage-sama, the Nara Clan is willing to donate fifteen million ryo to the Village…"
"The Yamanaka Clan is willing to donate fifteen million ryo to the Village…"
"The Akimichi Clan is willing to donate fifteen million ryo to the Village… as a special fund for the Village's medical system reform and training Medical Ninja."
To some extent, after Hiruzen Sarutobi's statement… Shinobi Clans close to the Hokage, such as the Nara, Yamanaka, and Akimichi, had no choice.
They had to stand up one after another, clear their throats, and follow suit with their pledges.
As for why it was fifteen million ryo, not as high… it also couldn't be too low.
As a prominent Shinobi Clan in Konoha, being on par with the Fujiwara, Tanaka, Uesugi Three Clans would be somewhat demeaning.
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