Making Money Is as Easy as Breathing When You Follow the Right Person!
April, the 26th year of Konoha.
The largest central square in the Capital of the Land of Wind has been booked by Angel Fund today for a new round of public dividend distribution!
The April sun was blazing, carrying the dry, hot winds typical of the desert, causing the colorful flags around the square to flutter wildly.
The huge square was packed with people, stretching as far as the eye could see. Ordinary people, local wealthy merchants, warriors from small tribes, and even many speculators who had come from other places were all densely packed together, making it impossible to move.
People continued to pour into the square from the surrounding streets, and even the rooftops around the square were covered with onlookers.
The square was bustling with noise, the clamor rising in waves.
In the very center of the square, a high platform was erected, covered with luxurious felt. Dozens of large wooden crates were neatly stacked on it, and traces of gold and silver coins could be faintly seen between the crates. More than a dozen burly guards surrounded the platform, maintaining order and preventing the crowd from getting out of control and rushing onto it.
Countless eyes in the audience were fixed on the boxes containing the money, and many people had beads of sweat on their foreheads, their eyes burning with excitement.
"They're giving out bonuses again today!"
"I invested an extra sum last time, and I've been waiting for today!"
"Angel Plan will never let us down!"
"Hahaha, once I get my share of the profits this time, I'm going to hire two maids too, wow!"
Shouts rose and fell incessantly, and a frenzied atmosphere enveloped the entire square.
On the high platform, Sakamoto, dressed in a sharp business suit, stood at the very front and raised his hand to press down. The noisy square quieted down slightly.
He picked up the megaphone and his loud voice echoed throughout every corner of the square.
"Dear family members! Welcome back to the Angel Fund Dividend Distribution Meeting!"
Let's get this party started...
Boom--
As soon as he finished speaking, cheers erupted instantly, and applause boomed like a tidal wave.
"Alright, I know everyone's been eagerly waiting. Without further ado, let's begin distributing this round of profits!"
Sakamoto stood to the side, slightly raising his hand, and continued the procedure.
"Ichigo Kurosaki invested 10 million taels of silver and has now earned 2 million taels!"
Upon hearing this, a young man with orange hair in the audience stood up excitedly and shouted.
Long live the Angel Fund! Long live the Angel Plan!
"Ahem... It seems this is Mr. Kurosaki's first time participating in profit sharing, so his excitement is understandable. Now, next..." Sakamoto continued reading with a smile:
"Next, Manjiro Umekawa, hmm, let me see, principal of fifty million taels, this dividend is... ten million taels!"
"Let us congratulate Mr. Mei Chuan!"
A cacophony of envy, jealousy, and resentment erupted from the audience.
Among the crowd, Mr. Mei Chuan himself simply straightened his clothes, his face calm and expressionless.
He secretly chuckled to himself: A bunch of country bumpkins who've never seen the world, this Angel Fund is practically giving them away for free. I'm going to keep investing, why not take it if it's free!
From the high platform, Sakamoto surveyed the entire audience and, seeing that everyone was completely blinded by profit, immediately seized the opportunity to introduce a major new policy.
"Family members, our Company President once said—making money by following the right people is as easy as breathing."
"Today, the Angel Plan has been completely upgraded! We are officially launching a new compound interest model!"
"This model increases the base for monthly dividends by another five percentage points."
"Now I ask you all—for this round of dividends, do you choose to withdraw your money and leave, or do you want to continue accumulating interest and double your wealth?"
"Angel Fund respects your choice."
The entire arena fell silent for a moment, then erupted into complete frenzy.
"We want interest to compound!"
We want our wealth to double!
While some might still have doubts after only one or two months, the Angel Plan has been running for almost a year now.
For nearly a year, the dividends have been steadily paid out, and the real money has been safely pocketed.
Even the most cautious and suspicious person, faced with enormous profits day after day, loses all their guard and is left with only endless greed and blind obedience.
At the same time, in Sunagakure.
To completely stabilize Sunagakure and dispel the last remaining doubts of the Shamon and the higher-ups, Hatake Sakumo made a special trip to Sunagakure to hold an exclusive profit-sharing meeting in the village.
The vibrant atmosphere in Sunagakure is in no way inferior to that of the Capital of the Land of Wind!
Below the platform, all the Sunagakure Village ninjas and ordinary villagers gathered, their eyes fixed intently on the stage.
Sakumo looked calmly at the crowd below and asked:
"Brother Ebizo, for this round of dividends, do you choose to withdraw them or continue to let them accrue interest?"
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Ebizo, who had slightly raised his hand as if intending to withdraw his winnings, suddenly stopped.
He turned around, facing all the Sand Ninja and villagers, his expression one of absolute confidence, his voice strong and clear:
"Everyone!"
"As the person in charge of the Sunagakure Angel Plan, I hereby clearly state my position today—I choose full interest compounding!"
"Not only that, I will continue to invest more!"
"Angel Fund has been established in the Land of Wind for nearly a year, making payments every time without fail. Its actions are evident to all!"
"I believe in them! They deserve the Sunagakure's trust!"
He subtly turned his head to look at Hatake Sakumo beside him, a knowing smile in his eyes that seemed to say, "Brother, give me face."
He then turned around again, his expression impassioned, and raised his arms to shout:
"Someone come here!"
"The original principal was 300 million taels, with accumulated interest of 60 million taels, all of which will be retained to compound interest!"
"An additional 500 million taels of silver!"
"A total of 860 million taels will be fully invested in the Angel Plan!"
"Brothers and sisters!"
"Trust Mr. Luren! Trust the Angel Plan!"
"So that Sunagakure will no longer suffer! For our happy tomorrow! For the future of our children and grandchildren!"
"Just do it!"
The entire Sunagakure crowd erupted in a frenzy of excitement, roaring in unison!
If the village leadership is investing at any cost, what reason do they have not to follow suit?
"Well said, Sea God Poseidon! I surrender!"
"Ebizo is known as the God of Investment!"
"Let's go, brothers!"
After hearing the amount of Ebizo's investment, Hatake Sakumo's voice trembled slightly. "Brothers and sisters of Sunagakure, you should thank Ebizo for bringing you a future. It was he who brought in the Angel Fund, benefiting Sunagakure."
"You must always remember Ebizo's kindness!"
As soon as he finished speaking, the numerous Sand Ninja and villagers below the stage all waved flags and shouted:
"Ebizo, we love you dearly!"
"Long live the Sea God!"
The entire venue was filled with praise for Ebizo.
If the Kazekage election were held now, even the future Third Kazekage, Sajie, would likely be no match for Ebizo's current prestige.
Now middle-aged, Ebizo's eyes welled up with tears. This was the village he loved, the village he had dedicated his life to...
He then looked at Hatake Sakumo, his eyes filled with gratitude.
All of this is because of my brother Lu Ren.
Brother Lu Ren, you are truly my confidant!
They wished they could become sworn brothers on the spot!
Coming to his senses, Ebizo said emotionally to the people below the stage, "For Sunagakure, this is what I should do. Let us join hands and move towards a better tomorrow!"
"Furthermore, I have taken the liberty of declaring that from this day forward, Mr. Jiushi Luren will be our Sunagakure's best friend!"
"Now, let's give this gentleman a sincere and enthusiastic round of applause!"
At this point, Sunagakure had completely gone all in on the game!