Many clansmen moved about the clan grounds, doing whatever they could—repairing houses, clearing snow, and the like.
The Senju Clan's houses had already been on the verge of collapse. This heavy snowfall was like the straw that broke the camel's back.
Fortunately, the clansmen were clearing the snow, allowing these old houses to last a little longer.
But some of the houses certainly would not withstand the next heavy snowfall.
"Torikaze! When did you get here?"
Hashirama spotted Torikaze looking around the courtyard and called him inside.
"I just got here, Master. I heard the Uzumaki Clan's grounds were nearly finished, so I came specifically to offer my congratulations."
Hashirama burst into laughter. "That's right. I didn't expect you to remember. The construction team is incredibly skilled. Seeing what they built for the Uzumaki Clan, I'm genuinely tempted. I even want to renovate the Senju Clan's grounds."
"I'll give you a thirty percent discount when the time comes."
Hashirama teased, "I'm your master. Is the bond between master and disciple only worth a thirty percent discount? Why not just do it for free?"
Torikaze answered without hesitation, "Of course. I'll tell the construction crew not to rush off and have them renovate the Senju Clan's grounds as well."
Hashirama nodded, indicating his agreement.
Still, he intended to pay Torikaze. The Senju Clan had plenty of funds, and the money in Hashirama's private treasury was more than he could spend in a lifetime.
Naturally, he could not let Torikaze pay. He had only been joking just now.
Since it was his own clan grounds, he should pay for the renovations himself. It would also count as a benefit for the clansmen.
Ever since these Senju clansmen had been called back, aside from giving them living expenses, Hashirama seemed not to have