Nara Rokumei smiled and said, "Let's build a test zone first, which will cost about three billion. We'll see how it goes before deciding whether to expand further."
Upon hearing Nara Rokumei's words, everyone felt even more at ease. As expected of the Nara Clan, they were indeed clever. By doing this, even if it failed, it wouldn't have a significant impact.
If successful, it would be a tremendous achievement, allowing for increased investment. If it results in losses, then action should be halted to cut losses promptly. The current 3 billion is a small sum compared to 460 billion. It offers both offensive and defensive advantages.
Uchiha Kō nodded. He wasn't surprised. Nara Rokumei did have Gozu, but the people in their clan were all very stable.
"Approved. I'll give you a plot of land in a prime location within the village to build a new house, and then we'll conduct experiments," Uchiha Kō said.
Nara Rokumei shook his head. "Lord Hokage, I already have an idea about the land. It's right across from the Hokage Building, that piece of land."
Uchiha Kō raised an eyebrow. Hmm? This guy... interesting. Is he closest to the Hokage Building? Nara Rokumei certainly has a sharp eye.
The opposing ninja clan leaders were stunned. "Damn it! Where? Opposite the Hokage Building? Near the political center! Holy crap! Right under the Hokage's feet!"
Their minds started racing, and they looked at Nara Rokumei with burning desire!
Uchiha Kō nodded. "In that case, I approve. However, you must pay the land price at three times the market price, and this is a one-time exception. Future construction must be done in busy streets."
Nara Rokumei smiled and said, "Thank you for your Lord Hokage- sama." He then walked away. He knew that Uchiha Kō was helping him, and although it was only this once, it was enough for him to make a name for himself and achieve great success!
When he returned to his seat, some clan leaders greeted him with smiles, "Um, Lord Lu Ming, my voice was a bit loud just now, my fault. As for the new house..."
"Once the new houses are completed, they will be sold collectively at fair, just, and transparent prices," Nara Rokumei said with a smile.
The man nodded, then stepped back, a look of delight on his face.
Next up was Orochimaru. He stepped onto the stage, bowed, and then began, "I imagine everyone's quality of life has improved considerably recently, with things like cell phones, refrigerators, color TVs, and bicycles."
Everyone nodded, smiling. They all knew that this was something Orochimaru had invented. Although there was an ambiguous description by Uchiha Kō, it was remarkable that he could make something so ambiguous come to fruition.
"Technology changes lives, technology is the primary productive force, and there is no end to what technology can provide. I wonder if anyone has ever wondered why the medical equipment in Kumogakure is so sophisticated?" Orochimaru scanned everyone.
Everyone exchanged bewildered glances, while Orochimaru smirked, "It's technology!"
"Their country invests heavily in science and technology, and therefore possesses the best surgical equipment. So I would like to ask, can't we in Konoha do the same?"
"As the leader of the Five Great Shinobi Villages, can't we do what Kumogakure can do? No, we can! This is something I've always firmly believed!" Orochimaru's speech was extremely infectious and persuasive.
Over 90% of the families were shocked and ecstatic upon hearing this. Indeed! Kumogakure could do it, why couldn't they?
Uchiha Izuna looked at Orochimaru with a solemn expression. This guy's gestures and movements were extremely powerful and infectious, and what he said was not just wishful thinking, but something that could actually be done.
He started by mentioning the improvement in the quality of life, with a hidden meaning: what I've done has earned me goodwill, and by stirring up everyone's emotions towards Kumogakure, I'm demonstrating that Konoha is no less capable than anyone else.
This move has already won over nearly 70-80% of the public, laying a good foundation for his next goal!
"Incredible! Konoha has such talent." Uchiha Izuna sighed, a gesture that brought the excited Senju Hashirama back to his senses, as did Uchiha Madara, who was lost in fantasies about the future.
They looked at Uchiha Izuna with some confusion, but Senju Tobirama was not surprised. He knew his older brother very well, and it was within his expectations that Uchiha had been attracted earlier.
"Izuna is indeed Izuna; he saw through the trick at a glance," Senju Tobirama chuckled.
"This Orochimaru is a talented individual. He is capable, courageous, and able to incite people's emotions, using those emotions to lay the foundation for his own goals," Senju Tobirama said calmly.
"He has the potential to be a politician, a very strong one. His body language and speech are so powerful and full of strength that it makes people admire him," Uchiha Izuna said with a smile.
"Well, it's fortunate that he's from Konoha, and it's fortunate that he's a researcher. If he were a politician, I might have to be wary of him," Senju Tobirama said calmly.
Senju Hashirama, scratched his head, and couldn't understand what he was saying.
Uchiha nodded, looking at Orochimaru. "This guy's really something!"
Uchiha Kō watched this scene with a strange expression. That posture, that movement... damn, is that Bread Bro?
The thought that Uchiha Kō at ease. Although he knew Orochimaru was very charismatic before he came to this world, he found him to be too conservative after meeting him today.
"Therefore, please believe me, I will engage in scientific research to make Konoha stand out from the other four countries, to let the Konoha enjoy a better life, to make Konoha more prosperous, and to let the people of Konoha stand tall and proud in front of people from other countries!" Orochimaru swung his right hand out, while clenching his left fist in front of him!
"We believe in you, Lord Orochimaru!"
"Lord Orochimaru has brought about earth-shattering changes to our lives. The advent of mobile phones allows us to contact our friends and exchange messages anytime, anywhere—it's just a matter of making a phone call! It has made life so much more convenient!"
"Lord Orochimaru, are you still accepting researchers?"
"Lord Orochimaru!"
Uchiha Kō tsk tsk, he's really something! If he were a politician, Uchiha Kō fantasizes, if Orochimaru were the Fourth Hokage in the original story, he would seem more suitable than the Third Sarutobi Hiruzen and the original Fourth Hokage Namikaze Minato!
"Lord Hokage!" Orochimaru turned around and knelt on one knee. "Please, Lord Hokage, allow Orochimaru to continue his research, to burn himself out for Konoha, illuminating everyone's bright future! Where Konoha dances, the fire will forever burn!"
Uchiha Kō smiled. This was a declaration to him: I will only stay in the research institute for the rest of my life, I will not cause trouble, and I will only work for the prosperity of Konoha.
Uchiha Kō waved his hand, not to refuse, but to say that there was no need for further words, "Between you and me, there's no need for further words. Just name your price."