Tobirama Senju: The Village's Future Was Bursting with Vitality

A realm where all things flourished!

The next day.

Everything in the Land of Fire remained as usual, as quiet as a still lake!

During this time.

A sudden piece of news spread from the palace of the Land of Fire.

A minor official had suddenly won the Daimyo's favor and praise, receiving three promotions in a single day!

This news instantly drew everyone's attention. Every move the Daimyo made was closely watched, and among them, the most eye-catching was the appointment of officials!

Everyone was an official in the Land of Fire. Who didn't want to climb higher? Who didn't want to get ahead?

A previously unremarkable minor official with no distinguished family background—why had he risen so rapidly overnight, receiving three promotions in a row?

The Nobles.

In order to obtain vital information at critical times, they maintained long-standing friendly relationships with the Daimyo's attendants. A gold bean was often exchanged every time they met. How could their relationship not be good?

The story of Daimyo Spends Gold on Tulips was immediately spread around!

"Oh~ So it was because of Tulips!"

"So the Daimyo likes Tulips!"

To spread the name of Tulips beyond its usual circle as quickly as possible, the Daimyo specially held a grand banquet and gathered the Nobles of the Land of Fire together for a meal.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill.

The Daimyo brought out the precious Tulips he had prepared and spared no effort in praising them before the crowd.

"Look at how vibrant these flowers are!"

"Only Nobles with deep cultural refinement and elegant taste can discover their beauty!"

"You, you there—do you think they're beautiful?"

A Noble in the crowd who had been pointed out immediately answered, "Your Highness, I have never seen such beautiful flowers in all my life!"

"You have taste, then. How many Tulips do you have collected in your home?"

The Daimyo continued questioning him, while the Noble revealed an awkward expression.

"Your Highness, my home... has no Tulips."

He admitted that he was a Noble of taste and had fully discovered the beauty of the Tulips before him, but he had never been particularly interested in flowers and plants.

"Hmph. No Tulips."

The Daimyo revealed a mocking expression before everyone. At that moment, another Noble sprang out from the crowd, his face filled with immense excitement.

"Your Highness, I have a whole room full of Tulips in my home! Only people of taste and status like us can appreciate their beauty!"

Previously, Tulips had only become fashionable among a small number of Nobles, and their name had yet to spread throughout the entire Noble circle. It had been a niche enthusiast's territory, but now the Daimyo had suddenly taken a liking to this niche hobby. This... this was their moment!

For a moment.

The atmosphere grew fervent.

The Daimyo hurriedly took the Noble's hand and admired the Tulips before them together. The Nobles watching from the side repeatedly echoed their praise, showering Tulips with one extravagant compliment after another.

As for that unlucky fellow, everyone tacitly excluded him.

A Noble without taste was no longer worthy of playing in the same circle as them!

The Nobles present!

Whose home didn't have an entire room full of Tulips? (Absolutely certain expression!)

In just one night.

The name Tulips swiftly broke out of its circle!

And like a virus, the name Tulips spread through the Noble circles of the Land of Fire and even the entire Ninja World!

The Tulip bubble had been inflated!

Meanwhile.

Konoha's office.

Tobirama Senju sat in a chair.

That chair should have belonged to Hashirama Senju, but Hashirama Senju was a Hands-off Shopkeeper. Tobirama Senju usually handled the village's daily affairs.

As for Hashirama Senju.

He either spent his time fooling around with Uchiha Madara and did not return home at night, causing Mito Uzumaki to give Tobirama Senju an earful; or he secretly ran off to the casino to play the generous fool, still failed to return home at night, and only went to borrow money from Uchiha Madara after losing everything he had. Uchiha Madara would "reluctantly" lend him money, then the two would fool around together again. Hashirama Senju would once more fail to return home at night, and when Tobirama Senju went back, Mito Uzumaki would point at his nose and scold him, "What kind of little brother are you?!"

As time went on.

Tobirama Senju had quite a few grievances.

After all, no one wanted to work all day in the office, then get scolded by their sister-in-law at night for failing to keep an eye on their Big Brother. Big Brother, what was so good about that Naturally Evil Uchiha Madara?!

Faced with Tobirama Senju's complaints.

Hashirama Senju admitted his mistakes, apologized for them, and then refused to change. He was determined to keep playing with Madara!

Of course.

Regarding this situation.

Tobirama Senju suffered, but he was also happy.

Big Brother neglected his proper work every day, and Uchiha Madara neglected his proper work every day too. That meant the Naturally Evil Uchiha Madara was being restrained by Big Brother. Wonderful!

The actual Leader of the entire village was now me, Tobirama Senju!

"I'll use this opportunity to gradually divide the Uchiha Clan, making Uchiha Madara lose the trust of his clansmen. I'll make them recognize only the village, not Uchiha Madara!"

"Uchiha Madara is still too dangerous. What if he suddenly goes mad one day? The Uchiha Clan can't go mad along with him!"

"The situation Big Brother worked so hard to create absolutely cannot be destroyed like this."

Tobirama Senju thought this to himself. A whole series of plans had already formed in his mind. He would use the authority in his hands to win over the hearts of the Uchiha Clan!

Moreover, the village's situation was getting better and better. It could be said that it was bursting with vitality, a realm where all things flourished!

And this was all the result of Tobirama Senju's tireless efforts day and night. He did not even have time for his beloved research experiments.

Even for his own sake... Tobirama Senju would protect this hard-won village!

Knock, knock, knock.

A knock sounded at the door.

Tobirama Senju raised his head and said, "Come in."

With a creak, the door was pushed open, and four people entered the room.

"Sasuke, Shima, you're here."

"Lord Tobirama."

Tobirama Senju looked at the people before him, a smile appearing on his face.

Sasuke Sarutobi and Shima Shimura were the respective clan heads of the Sarutobi Clan and Shimura Clan. Both of their clans had confirmed that they would join Konoha.

After some pleasantries.

The two clan heads stated their purpose.

Their two clans would soon be moving to Konoha as a whole.

"This is wonderful!"

"Is there anything you need my help with?"

As for this relocation plan, the main thing was for each clan head to personally lead their clansmen to Konoha. Along the way, they would pass through the Capital of the Land of Fire and take the opportunity to purchase supplies in bulk near the Capital City.

The Shimura Clan was in roughly the same situation.

If they were asking for help, it would be best if the village could provide some funding. The more supplies they purchased in bulk, the greater the discount they could get.

Tobirama Senju nodded. Money was not a problem.

Although the village was currently a little short on funds, it could still scrape together some money to win over the first ninja clans to pledge themselves to Konoha. This carried great symbolic significance!

It just so happened that the village was also running low on supplies. This time, they could purchase supplies in bulk alongside the Sarutobi Clan and Shimura Clan. The village's finances were tight, and buying in bulk would certainly be cheaper. Every bit saved counted!

"Wait, did you just say you'll be passing through the Capital of the Land of Fire?"

"Yes, Lord Tobirama."

Tobirama Senju had suddenly brought up the Capital of the Land of Fire. The village's budget was still rather tight, and if they could obtain the Daimyo's support, their situation would improve greatly.

But he had already sent two letters to the Daimyo. The replies he had received were always... well.

First, the Daimyo had politely thanked Tobirama Senju for his letter, then given this response in his reply:

"Still under consideration."

"Under active consideration."

Tobirama Senju intended to take this opportunity to write another letter and have them deliver it. If the third letter still did not work, he planned to send Big Brother to personally meet the Daimyo.

"Oh, that's a small matter!"

"Leave delivering the letter to Hiruzen. He's already a ninja capable of standing on his own."

Sasuke Sarutobi said this.

At the side, Shima Shimura was a beat slower, just like the future Danzo.

"Danzo can go too!"

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