Meanwhile, Kakuzu, Anko, and Guren successfully relocated the villagers of Yugakure and some of the guarding ninja back to the Northern Lands.
The Daimyo of the Land of Hot Water maintained a very strong rule and encountered virtually no resistance.
Orochimaru's clone only made a brief appearance, and the matter was pretty much settled.
Kakuzu there was no battle to be had, Kakuzu, bored, went to the Land of Hot Water to inquire about the Jashin Religion.
During this time, Anko and Guren also helped organize the finances of Yugakure and the work before the relocation.
With substantial financial support, the development of the Northern Lands will no longer be a problem.
It took them a full week to prepare before they finally headed home, and Kakuzu returned dejectedly.
"What a load of bull! This Jashin Religion has kept me wandering around for so long without me finding out a single thing!"
Kakuzu complained angrily, saying that only God knows what he had been through these past few days.
Even if the Net (a secret intelligence network) provides him with information to investigate, upon arriving at the scene, he finds it to be either a secret rendezvous spot for elderly women and men, or a lewd party run by someone with money.
I didn't see any cult organizations; it was just a bunch of idle people causing trouble.
Enraged, he killed several unscrupulous bosses he disliked, and incidentally retrieved some of his operating funds.
"It's probably hidden too well; it's normal that we can't find it!"
The clone patted him on the shoulder. Although he was a little disappointed, he had only come here to inquire about something.
It's normal not to find it; finding it would be a pleasant surprise.
"You're in charge of escorting this money this time, so don't mess it up!"
Upon hearing that there was money to be made, Kakuzu perked up again, his expression becoming excited, and even the green light in his eyes became brighter.
He's not good at finding people, but he's good at managing money; that's his main job.
"Leave it to my boss, I'm sure I can do a good job, but you'll have to pay extra!"
Without saying a Kakuzu stepped forward, thumped his chest loudly, and solemnly guaranteed.
Anko and Guren rolled their eyes; they were already used to this scene.
"Everything is ready, shall we set off now?"
"Um!"
Soon, a large procession set off from Yugakure, with about a thousand people according to records, which was already a small ninja village of considerable size.
As for those who were unwilling to leave their hometowns, Orochimaru did not force them; he estimated there were still around seven or eight hundred of them.
These people should just do their part for local development. Anyway, as the Capital City, we're not worried about the villagers from the small villages of Land of Hot Water not coming to join us.
"Dad, why are we moving?"
A little boy asked his father, who was holding him, in a childish voice, his eyes filled with curiosity as he looked at the bustling crowd.
"Go to the Northern Lands! Haven't you always been saying you wanted to be a ninja? The educational environment there is much better than in Yugakure!"
The old father coaxed the child with a kind face, his tone full of joy, but there was also a trace of worry in his eyes.
Under the orders of the Daimyo, these commoners had no choice whatsoever.
Considering that he wasn't doing well in Yugakure, he might as well change his environment.
A tree dies when transplanted, but a person thrives. Besides, it's just moving to a different place.
The distance between Yugakure and the Northern Lands is not far, and with the Daimyo's backing, there is nothing to worry about. The biggest fear is the unknown.
There are quite a few people who share his views, or rather, many people.
However, there are quite a few people who are looking forward to it, after all, it is a bigger place, which means more opportunities.
The escorting ninjas included not only those sent from the Northern Lands, but also local ninjas, and secretly some members of the Northern Lands's Shadow Guard.
It took three or four days to get there, but taking into account the travel time of ordinary people, it took a full half month to return.
During that time, no one caused any trouble; any signs of trouble were stopped immediately.
With ninjas watching them intently, they all behaved themselves like ostriches, and there was no chance to make an example of them.
"Is this the Northern Lands? It doesn't look so bad!"
"It feels much bigger than Yugakure, and all the houses are new!"
Many people got excited as soon as they saw the houses; at that moment, all the hard work of the past two weeks felt worthwhile.
Many children were screaming with joy!
Because the Northern Lands is located on a plain, you can see a village from a distance, or rather, it looks more like a city.
The Northern Land City is composed of several large districts, including well-organized houses, residential areas, industrial areas, commercial areas, and military districts.
The interconnected ecosystem formed by several major regions will not only solve their basic needs, but also ensure their prosperity and a comfortable life in the near future.
This was all built by Orochimaru over two and a half years, using the combined wealth of the two Daimyo.
Not only were the common people shocked by the sight before them, but even some of the Daimyo who had followed them had their eyes light up.
They spent so much money, of course they wanted to see the results, otherwise they would think Orochimaru had embezzled it.
"Living here doesn't seem so bad!"
One of the Daimyo remarked with emotion, "I initially just wanted to come and take a look, but once I saw it, I didn't really want to leave."
"Phew... I'm finally back!"
Anko stretched as soon as she reached the village entrance, where people were already registering her.
Among them were Kisame and Wuli Suyuan. Muli Wuli Suyuan who registered, while Kisame stood aside quietly watching the vast crowd.
After resting for so long, Orochimaru also assigned them some work.
Both of them changed into the Forehead Protector ninjas from the Northern Lands. Kisame, as a ninja with formidable combat power, also changed into the white robes unique to the leadership.
Such clothes are not something just any Tom, Dick, or Harry can wear; only Hozuki Mangetsu, Ringo Ameyuri, Kakuzu, and Pakura can wear them.
Even Anko and Guren, who are Orochimaru's disciples, don't have them yet, let alone Kimimaro and Haku, who are even younger.
This is not only a symbol of status, but also a symbol of power.
They must be Orochimaru trusts, and at the very least, Elite Jonin. These are the powerhouses of the Northern Lands!
To a certain extent, it represents the face of the Northern Lands and is also the Northern Lands's symbol.
Kisame was able to put on this outfit so quickly because Orochimaru understood him and knew that once Kisame set his mind on something, he would do it meticulously.
Just read the Original Work and you'll know. He worked hard without complaint, fought against Konoha, infiltrated Kumogakure, and died without uttering a single complaint.
Orochimaru wouldn't mind letting such a good employee rise to prominence quickly. Otherwise, why should someone who joins Akatsuki immediately wear a black robe and have to start as a subordinate when they come to the Northern Lands?
Therefore, when Anko Guren, and Kakuzu, who knew the inside story, saw the white-robed stranger in the crowd, their eyes narrowed involuntarily.
Anyone who can wear this outfit proves that their strength is no less than Kakuzu's.
Zabuza would definitely feel uncomfortable if Zabuza, since he wasn't wearing this outfit.
Orochimaru told him that he would only acknowledge his abilities after unifying the Northern Lands kingdoms.
So he's probably been working really hard lately, considering he's so old and his skills are still so poor.
"Hey... who is this? They're wearing the same clothes as me!"
Just as the group was sizing up Kisame, Kakuzu, who was escorting money and supplies, arrived.