Chapter 28 Shisui's Mission
This day was far from peaceful.
It was no secret that not only was the Fifth Hokage officially enthroned, but the meeting between Konoha's high-ranking officials and major merchants from the Land of Fire was also taking place.
This is not something that needs to be hidden.
Acting in accordance with righteousness naturally requires publicity. It is necessary to make the Konoha ninja aware of the purpose of their upcoming actions in order to better mobilize them.
United Security Company.
This topic quickly became popular in Konoha.
Undoubtedly, this topic caused a huge uproar. After all, any experienced ninja would understand how the content of this discussion violated the internal logic of the ninja village's operations.
Is this really reliable?
Many ninjas are worried about this.
But regardless of its feasibility, the ninjas of Konoha couldn't very well oppose it.
This was because the issue perfectly aligned with the 'Will of Fire,' perfectly conforming to the political correctness established by the First Hokage of Konoha.
Some young ninjas, still inspired by the Will of Fire, were stirred up and supported Konoha's righteous act!
Some experienced veteran ninjas, after careful consideration, also felt that providing support shouldn't be a bad thing.
After all, by doing this, Konoha could extract money from those big merchants.
Everyone needs to earn money to support their families, and what they like most is to work easily and earn a lot.
The work of the Joint Security Company was not a difficult task for the ninjas of Konoha.
It wasn't like the Fourth Shinobi World War, where they had to confront other troublesome major ninja villages.
Instead, they were simply wiping out the troublemakers in the local area. For the proud ninjas of Konoha, the number one ninja village, was this even a big deal?
Think about it carefully, and treat it as a large-scale hiring commission.
Even if it turns out to be unreliable in the end, the work has already been done.
Would those big businessmen dare not pay? At worst, things will just go back to the old ways, back to that familiar ecosystem of the ninja world.
So after thinking it through, many veteran ninjas, though somewhat uneasy, did not object.
Moreover, I'm still really looking forward to making a fortune from this kind of work.
After all, everyone had gone through the Fourth Shinobi World War and the Nine-Tails' rampage, so they were all a bit strapped for cash.
This easy job was perfect for filling the gaps in their family's finances.
I wonder what the mission fee will be? I hope the village won't use the excuse of rebuilding the ninja village to cut it too much.
Then, not long after, a task was assigned.
"Still water?"
Seeing Shisui fully prepared, Itachi asked in confusion, "What are you doing?"
"We have a mission."
"Task?"
"Yes, I am a genius in the clan, and the clan hopes that I will perform well in this mission."
"What kind of mission?" Yakushi Kabuto asked.
Anko Mitarashi and Yamato, who were standing nearby, were also quite curious.
"It's an intelligence gathering mission. As everyone knows, genjutsu ninjas are best at intelligence gathering."
Everyone present nodded.
Genjutsu ninjas are indeed best at intelligence gathering, since genjutsu can often be used to obtain information through simple and direct hypnosis.
"And we, the Uchiha, are the strongest clan in genjutsu (illusion techniques)."
Even the Uchiha, who are least skilled in genjutsu, become adept at it once they awaken their Sharingan.
"This time, the village has issued a large number of intelligence gathering missions.
Of course, we Uchiha must do our best to support the operation promoted by the Fifth Hokage.
Therefore, a large number of clansmen have taken on the missions. As the most outstanding genius in the clan at present, I must also take action."
Yakushi Kabuto nodded.
Only with the active participation of Uchiha Shisui, the most prominent genius of the Uchiha clan, can the Uchiha clan's support for the Fifth Hokage be truly demonstrated.
This is a necessary political statement, so Shisui must act quickly.
"So what kind of intelligence is it?" Anko Mitarashi asked curiously.
After thinking it over, Shisui felt there was nothing to hide.
Besides, those in front of him are either disciples of the Fifth Hokage or important Wood Release ninjas.
Shisui glanced at Yamato casually.
He said, "Much of it is business intelligence from various places, including which factories there are, what local specialties are available, the grain production situation in each place, the road conditions in each place, which highway bandits are there, which long-established gangs are there, which lawless and wicked thugs are there, which rogue ninjas are there, and which ninja hideouts are there..."
"Is this to coordinate with the joint security company's operation?" Yakushi Kabuto asked.
They had already heard the discussions about these things in the village.
Shisui nodded in agreement.
A smile even appeared on his face.
Itachi knew why he was laughing. Shisui was a person who longed for peace, and what the village was going to do next was to lay the foundation for peace for the future Land of Fire.
Getting involved in something like this is exactly what Shisui wants!
Therefore, Shisui at this moment even felt a sense of anticipation and mission for the tasks ahead, and was determined to do his job well.
In reality, Itachi's emotions were far from calm.
Because he also longed for peace.
"Shisui." Itachi raised his fist.
Upon seeing this, Shisui paused for a moment, smiled, and raised his fist as well.
The two men bumped fists.
"come on."
Itachi encouraged them.
Shisui smiled and nodded, saying, "You too, you must become an excellent Hokage disciple. I expect you to become the best among the Fifth Hokage's disciples!"
As he spoke, when he mentioned 'Lord Fift Hokage', Shisui's eyes shone with longing.
He had a great fondness for Orochimaru, the Fifth Hokage, who was about to implement a policy of peace upon taking office.
I am willing to serve the Fifth Generation Lord wholeheartedly.
Shisui was taken aback for a moment, then smiled apologetically at Anko and Kabuto.
Hongdou glared at him with displeasure, but when she saw his apologetic smile, she withdrew her glare.
Shisui scratched his head and chuckled awkwardly, forgetting that the other Hokage disciples were also present when he encouraged Itachi to become the Hokage's best disciple.
However, Yakushi Kabuto remained unmoved.
Kabuto silently watched Itachi, who was equally calm. He saw Itachi say to Shisui that he would become the Fifth Hokage's best disciple, and he remained completely unmoved, almost as if it were a preordained expectation.
He realized once again how arrogant Itachi was.
It was an arrogance that came from the very core of one's being, yet one was unaware of it.
He probably still thinks he's being very humble.
Dou thought with a hint of sarcasm.
Shisui didn't stay long. After saying a polite remark that he would treat everyone to a meal when he returned, he left in a hurry, but clearly with great excitement.
Itachi watched Shisui leave in silence.
He clenched his fist, then relaxed it.
Then, he looked at Yamato.
"Yamato, I know you're strong. Can you spar with me?"
Itachi, making this request, basically ignored Kabuto and Anko on the other side.
An arrogant fellow.
Yakushi Kabuto muttered to himself again.
bump!
Anko punched Itachi without hesitation, but Itachi didn't get angry and just covered his head.
"Am I not strong?!" Anko Mitarashi asked angrily, clenching her fist.
Itachi thought for a moment and decided not to tell the truth.
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