Yichen's Vision for the Future

"That's right, this is the method." Yichen looked at Yahiko and the other two and said excitedly.

"In the Land of Rain, we are all one family. With the Akatsuki Organization's connections, we can confidently exchange goods without worrying about being cheated. This way, everyone can live a better life."

"But outside the Land of Rain, since we don't belong to the same country, mutual trust is greatly reduced. In addition, there is a lack of organizations like Akatsuki Organization that can mediate, so the exchanges that can take place are actually very limited."

Yichen pointed to the caravan ahead and continued, "Caravans like this are actually just one of many. It's only because they're so few that people only see this kind of exchange as a way for caravans to accumulate wealth, forgetting that this kind of exchange can also bring benefits to everyone's lives."

"If the entire Ninja World had a mediating Akatsuki Organization, then countries could also engage in this kind of exchange of goods, even if such an exchange relied on caravans, and even if the caravans' initial purpose was to accumulate wealth. Everyone's lives could be better."

"I know you don't have a good impression of caravans, but that's not the caravans' fault. It's the Ninja World's fault. There are too few caravans like this in the Ninja World, so the caravans choose goods that can bring the greatest profit. This also means that the things that ordinary people really need are not valued by the caravans."

"However, if there were countless merchant caravans doing business in the Ninja World, then some caravans would inevitably choose to buy things that only commoners need, instead of all caravans doing business with nobles as they are now."

Yichen spoke, he seemed to glow, and his voice grew louder and louder. "I believe that if that day ever comes, everyone's lives will definitely be better than they are now, better than before the war, and with more hope."

Then Yichen looked at Yahiko and the other two and said, "At that time, ordinary people will no longer suffer from hunger or cold. Even if they forget the pain of war, they will still be able to find hope in life."

Yahiko and his two companions were so engrossed in the beautiful world that Yichen had created that they couldn't tear themselves away for a long time.

Finally, Konan was the first to react.

He whispered, "But will organizations like Akatsuki Organization appear in the Ninja World?"

Seeing Konan's cautious demeanor, as if raising her voice even slightly would shatter this beautiful dream, Yichen almost laughed, but he held it back and said righteously, "It will happen, it definitely will. If Ninja World doesn't appear, we'll create one ourselves."

"Our strength is still weak. Your Akatsuki Organization can only operate in the Land of Rain, and I am still just a squad leader. But we will definitely become stronger because we have faith."

Yichen's words almost convinced even himself.

Yichen knew his own heart clearly and wouldn't deceive himself, but the three people listening to him didn't understand his thoughts and genuinely believed that these were Yichen's true feelings. Therefore, they truly took what Yichen said as their future goals.

Then Yichen suddenly turned to look at Nagato, and his gaze was fixed on him.

At this Nagato, an indescribable aura suddenly surged from Nagato's body. This aura was not particularly strong, but it brought a great sense of pressure to Yichen.

Yichen, Yahiko, and Konan exchanged glances, realizing what had happened to Nagato.

This feeling was familiar to Yichen, as were the three who had studied under Jiraiya for a period of time. Nagato had become a quasi-Kage.

Yahiko, Nagato, and Konan had all gone through the process of becoming Chunin Jonin, while Yichen's experience was even more vivid, as only half a year had passed.

Seeing Nagato, who wasn't much Nagato than him, pass this most difficult hurdle right before his eyes, Yichen felt a pang of envy and resentment.

Nagato's talent goes without saying, and with the added benefit of the Rinnegan, becoming Kage Level was inevitable. It's just unexpected that he could reach this level at such a young age.

Yichen was certain that in the original story, when Nagato was targeted by Danzo and Hanzo, his strength had not yet reached the Kage Level. At that time, Nagato unleashed the Rinnegan and suppressed Danzo and Hanzo with the Rinnegan's level Super Kage-level.

But if Nagato were to become Quasi-Kage level now, would the scene from the original story still occur with the help of the Rinnegan?

If Yahiko hadn't died, would Nagato? If Nagato hadn't turned to the dark side, would the terrorist organization "Akatsuki" have existed?

Even though he knew he had messed up the plot, Yichen still couldn't figure out how the story would have unfolded if Nagato hadn't turned evil.

The fluctuations in Nagato's aura lasted for an hour. During this time, three of Yichen's subordinates came to check on the situation, but Yichen dismissed them.

Yichen also used his Sensory Ninjutsu to carefully investigate the surroundings, but unfortunately, he did not find any trace of White Zetsu or Black Zetsu.

Yichen wasn't sure if it was because there were no Black and White Zetsu nearby, or because his Sensory Ninjutsu level wasn't high enough.

However, now is not the time to focus on that. Nagato had already come to his senses.

Yichen, along with Yahiko and Konan, stepped forward to congratulate Nagato.

After offering his congratulations, Nagato Yichen said, "Thank you, Yichen. You have shown me a path, and I have found my own Ninja Way. I will strive to create peace in the Ninja World."

Yichen nodded and said, "You don't need to thank me. You should thank yourself. If you didn't have this heart to strive for peace in the Ninja World, you wouldn't have felt so deeply after hearing my words."

"Moreover, your transformation proves that we can succeed. Last time we met, Akatsuki Organization was just an insignificant little organization in the Land of Rain, but now Akatsuki Organization is seen as the savior of the common people of the Land of Rain."

"As for me, I came here with my captain before, but this time, I led my own team. I'm improving too, and I'll soon become a Jonin. Although I'm still far behind Nagato, I'll work hard."

Afterwards, the conversation among Yichen and the other three mainly focused on their feelings about Nagato's transformation. Apart from Ōnoki, Yichen had not yet encountered any ninjas of this level, while Yahiko and the other two had only had contact with Jiraiya.

So everyone is very curious about what the difference is between Kage-level experts and a regular Jonin.

However, Nagato didn't have much insight into this realm either. Having just undergone a transformation, his power hadn't fundamentally changed. Yichen estimated that it would take one or two years for a Kage Level to transform.

But then Nagato said something that surprised the other three, "Although I still don't know what Kage-level experts is, I feel like I can use the power of these eyes."

Yichen and the other two were taken aback for a moment before realizing that Nagato was referring to his Rinnegan. Yahiko and Konan were already used to Nagato's eyes and didn't find anything special about them. Yichen, however, subconsciously felt that it was normal for Nagato to be able to use the Rinnegan, so he was also stunned for a moment.

After realizing what was happening, Yichen pretended to be confused and said, "Is Nagato talking about these Rinnegan? To be honest, I was quite startled when I saw those eyes last time."

Nagato nodded and said, "I couldn't actually use these eyes before; it seems they only unleash their immense power when I'm in danger."

Yichen nodded and said, "But the Rinnegan is too significant in this Ninja World, so you need to be careful. For example, get some goggles. This kind of disguise is quite common in the Ninja World, so wearing them won't attract too much attention."

Yahiko and the other two's eyes lit up. "That's right, why didn't we think of that before?"

After chatting with Yahiko and the other two for a while, Yichen said, "I'm just a squad leader now. When I grow stronger and my words carry weight in Iwagakure, I'll suggest that the village establish unimpeded trade with the Land of Rain. At that time, we can both establish a trade route free of bandits within our respective countries. This way, caravans won't have to spend a lot of money hiring ninjas to escort them."

"As long as the costs of caravans come down, the number of caravans will increase, and many merchants will choose to transport goods that help improve the lives of ordinary people. This will be very beneficial to both the Land of Rain and the Land of Earth."

Yichen was somewhat surprised by Nagato's growth. At this moment, Yichen felt that he could make Nagato feel that the Land of Earth could become an ally. In this way, the two sides could cooperate in the future instead of having to fight each other.

If you have hatred, you can direct it at Konoha; after all, Konoha is much larger.

After hearing Yichen's words, Yahiko perked up, thinking it was a good idea, and compared to the grand goals Yichen had mentioned before, this idea had a much higher chance of being realized.

With Yichen's talent, he has the potential to gain some influence in Iwagakure in a short period of time. Even if he cannot influence the village's major policies, he can still offer suggestions to the Tsuchikage to some extent.

Thus, Yichen and the Akatsuki Organization reached an agreement that was not quite a treaty: once both sides gained a certain degree of influence in their respective countries, they could implement a policy of mutual tariff reductions in their respective villages to promote mutual economic development.

Yichen felt that this idea could be reported to the High-ranking officials now.

Thinking of this, Yichen asked, "Yahiko, I remember last time there were Konoha's Anbu supporting your development, are they still there now?"

Yahiko shook his head and said, "Shortly after you left last time, Konoha's Anbu withdrew and haven't appeared since."

Yichen thought for a moment and said, "Have the Sunagakure been active in the Land of Rain recently?"

Yahiko thought for a moment and said, "I don't think I've heard of that either."

The mission of the Team 7 this time is to confirm the extent of Konoha and Sunagakure's infiltration into the Land of Rain. Although Yahiko is a bit oblivious and may not be able to detect Konoha and Sunagakure's small actions, he will definitely be able to detect their big Akatsuki Organization at present.

Since Yahiko didn't discover it either, it seems Konoha's operations against the Land of Rain have made little progress. It appears the White Fang Incident has caused Konoha considerable losses, even slowing down their preparations for the Land of Rain.