Capital of Fire,"Food Is Heaven" main store.
Senju Chen was sitting in a private room on the third floor, with a huge map in front of him.
On the map, the territories of Land of Fire, Land of Earth, Land of Lightning, Land of Wind, Land of Water, and Five Great Nations are clearly visible.
The location of each country's capital was marked with a red flag.
Maruboshi Kosuke stood aside, holding a thick account book in his hand.
"Young Master Chen, branches in the capitals of the four major countries are ready."
There was unconcealable excitement in the old man's voice.
"City of Earth, City of Lightning, City of Wind, Capital of Water, the decoration of the four branches has been completed, and the chefs and waiters are also in place."
Senju Chen nodded and looked at the map.
"Has the opening date been set?"
"It's settled."
Maruboshi Kosuke Open the ledger.
"City of Earth branch, City of Lightning branch, City of Wind branch, all one month later. Capital of Water branch..."
He paused.
"Capital of Water's situation is special, so it may have to be delayed for a few days."
Senju Chen raised his eyebrows.
"What's going on?"
"The political situation over there at Land of Water is not stable."
Maruboshi Kosuke explained.
"Kirigakure has been purging the Kekkei Genkai family recently, and the whole Capital of Water is in panic. Our people encountered a lot of trouble after they went there."
Senju Chen narrowed his eyes.
Blood Mist Policy...
In the original book, Kirigakure's Fourth Mizukage Yagura is the Kekkei Genkai family who madly cleanses the village.
Kaguya Clan, Yuki Clan, Suigetsu Clan...
One by one, powerful families were wiped out in this purge.
"Capital of Water, over there, take a moment."
Senju Chen said.
"We can wait until the situation becomes more stable before opening. There is no rush."
"Yes."
Maruboshi Kosuke nodded.
Senju Chen stood up and walked to the window.
The street downstairs was bustling with people coming and going.
"Where are Grandpa Kosuke, Kakuzu?"
"In the accounting room downstairs."
Maruboshi Kosuke smiled.
"That Mr. Kakuzu, he just settles accounts when he has nothing to do. Sometimes he doesn't even bother to eat."
Senju Chen smiled.
"Tell him to come up."
"Yes."
After a while, Kakuzu pushed the door open and entered.
His face looked good, and there was even a hint of... satisfaction in his eyes?
"Young Master Chen."
Kakuzu's tone was much more respectful than before.
Senju Chen turned around and looked at him.
"How's the settlement going?"
"Very good."
A smile appeared on Kakuzu's lips.
"Capital of Fire main store, the net profit last month was 12 million taels. Capital of Birds branch, the net profit was 3 million taels."
He paused.
"According to the share you gave me, I got 150,000 taels last month."
Senju Chen raised his eyebrows.
"Are you satisfied?"
"Satisfied."
Kakuzu nodded.
"Very satisfied."
He has lived for more than ninety years, and for the first time he feels that making money can be so easy.
No need to fight or kill, no need to worry about being chased, just sit in the accounting room and settle the accounts, and the money will go into your pocket.
This feeling...
It's really fun to ride a horse.
Senju Chen walked back to the table and pointed to the four red flags on the map.
"Kakuzu, there is a task for you next."
"You said."
"City of Earth, City of Lightning, City of Wind, these three branches are about to open. I need you to bring someone to take charge."
"Just like the previous Land of Birds."
"The people from Xuanyuan Group have completed the modification and upgrade of "Tail". You take three people with you and go to City of Earth, City of Lightning, and City of Wind."
"As for Capital of Water..."
"I'll go there myself."
Kakuzu and Maruboshi Kosuke looked at each other.
"Young Master Chen, do you want to go to Land of Water in person?"
Maruboshi Kosuke is a little worried.
"It's very chaotic over there right now. If something happens..."
"Don't worry."
Senju Chen waved his hand.
"I went to Land of Water not just to open a store."
He walked to the map and pointed his finger at the position Land of Water.
"Kirigakure is currently purging the Kekkei Genkai family, and many people are on the run. These people are precious resources."
Kakuzu understood instantly.
"Are you trying to... recruit them?"
"Yes."
Senju Chen nodded.
"Kekkei Genkai ninja, every one of them is a scarce resource. If you can take these people under your command..."
He did not continue, but Kakuzu and Maruboshi Kosuke both understood.
"Got it."
Kakuzu nodded.
"Then when should I leave?"
"Now."
Senju Chen turned around and looked at Kakuzu.
"Go and call the people from Xuanyuan Group. I have something to explain."
"Yes."
Half an hour later.
Five people gathered in the backyard of "Food Is Heaven".
Xuanyuan Gari, Aying, and three members Xuanyuan Group who have just completed the "tail" upgrade.
Behind each person is a "tail" that is a combination of metal and flesh, glowing with an icy sheen in the sun.
Senju Chen stood in front of them, looking at everyone.
"Next, you will go to the four major countries to take charge."
He pointed at Xuanyuan Gari.
"Xuanyuan Gari, you stay at Capital of Fire and continue to manage the main store."
"Yes."
Then Senju Chen looked at the other three people.
"You, go to City of Earth."
"You, go to City of Lightning."
"You, go to City of Wind."
The three of them answered in unison.
"Yes!"
Senju Chen looked at the last remaining Aying.
"Follow me to Capital of Water."
"Young Master Chen, are you going too?" Aying asked doubtfully, and others also looked at Senju Chen.
"Well, I just happened to have to go over there to do something."
"Yes."
Senju Chen paused for a moment and looked at Xuanyuan Group in front of him.
"Your mission is not just to look after the store."
His tone became serious.
"I also need you to establish a solid intelligence network in the local area and secretly collect all valuable information. The movements of caravans, the whereabouts of ninjas, black market transactions, and subsequent branch intelligence summary..."
He looked at everyone.
"I want to know everything."
"Understood!"
Senju Chen nodded with satisfaction.
"Kakuzu will set off with you. He will be responsible for the finance and accounts. He will also send all the people there safely one after another. There are many people this time. You must fully cooperate with his work during the escort."
"Yes!"
Senju Chen turned around and looked at Kakuzu.
"Old guy, you have to work harder this time. You have to travel to three countries and settle them down."
Kakuzu nodded.
"Don't worry, leave it to me."
Senju Chen smiled "Then let's go."
That afternoon.
Kakuzu left Capital of Fire with three Xuanyuan Group members and some branch staff.
Before leaving, Senju Chen made a trip back to Konoha.
No, to be precise, it was "Xing" who replied Konoha.
The clone that is exactly the same as Senju Chen will live in the village instead of him in the near future, making everyone think that Senju Chen is always with Konoha.
Senju Chen himself disguised himself as an ordinary person and mingled with the team heading to Land of Water.