Glug...
A distinct, clearly audible sound of someone swallowing saliva could be heard inside the meeting room.
Ōnoki's cloudy old eyes were fixed on the few " Body-Tempering Grass " emitting an alluring fragrance in Uchiha Gen'yō's hand, and the " Blood-Exploding Fruit " beside him that was bright red and seemed to contain explosive energy.
His heart was pounding wildly at an unprecedented speed!
As a seasoned veteran, he understood the value of these things better than anyone else!
That can't be measured in "money" anymore!
That was a true strategic resource, capable of changing the course of a war!
Especially that " Blood-Exploding Fruit "!
Imagine if, during a crucial raid, every member of your ninja squad could instantly unleash Jonin -level power!
What terrifying, devastating fighting power that would be!
Any defense line would be as flimsy as paper in the face of such power!
"Purchase!"
"Buy! We absolutely have to buy it!"
Without even thinking, Ōnoki squeezed out those two words through gritted teeth!
His breathing became incredibly heavy with excitement, making him look exactly like a hungry wolf who had spotted a stunningly beautiful woman!
" Gen'yō! These... these divine medicines, however many you have, our Iwagakure will take them all!"
"Money is no problem! We've given you all the savings our Iwagakure has accumulated over hundreds of years!"
"I only ask that... we be given priority in supplying them!"
He knew very well that if this incredible thing got out, it would absolutely drive the entire Shinobi World into a frenzy!
At that point, even if the price increases tenfold, let alone a 2% discount, countless people will still fight tooth and nail to get their hands on the goods!
He had to secure the first batch of goods in his own hands at all costs before anyone could react!
"Hehe, Tsuchikage is indeed a straightforward person."
Seeing Ōnoki's eagerness to give away everything he had, Uchiha Gen'yō's smile grew even brighter.
This is exactly the effect he wanted.
He looked at Uchiha Inabi beside him and gave the order.
"Chairman Inabi."
"Since our first major client is being so sincere, we can't be stingy."
"The first batch of mature spiritual herbs, aside from the portion reserved for our clansmen, were all sold to Iwagakure at a 10% discount, the price due to our alliance."
"Yes, Lord Gen'yō!"
Uchiha Inabi nodded heavily, then immediately turned to discuss the specific details of the transaction with Kitsuchi.
Soon, crates filled with gold, silver, and precious ores, escorted by the Iwagakure Anbu, were transported to the Uchiha.
Meanwhile, cartloads of medicinal herbs, exuding a rich aroma, were officially delivered to Iwagakure.
The Uchiha Chamber of Commerce's first transaction was completed with unprecedented smoothness and efficiency!
When Uchiha Inabi respectfully handed the ledger recording the transaction amounts to Gen'yō, his hand holding the ledger trembled slightly with excitement.
" Lord Gen'yō... we... we've struck it rich!"
"With just the first batch of spiritual herbs, we obtained from Iwagakure a massive sum of money—enough to support the Uchiha Clan's expenses for the next ten years!"
"Ten years..."
Uchiha Gen'yō looked at the astonishing string of zeros on the ledger and simply smiled calmly.
" Inabi, your perspective is still too narrow."
"Is ten years' worth of expenses a lot?"
"What I want is to use this money to build an unprecedented, super empire that belongs only to the Uchiha within ten years!"
After saying this, he announced it loudly in front of all the clansmen who had rushed over upon hearing the news.
"From today onwards, our Uchiha Clan will implement a brand-new welfare system!"
"The monthly expenses of all clansmen, regardless of age or gender, will be tripled!"
"All ninjas will have their mission rewards increased fivefold!"
"All clansmen who contribute to the ' Shennong Project ' and the ' City Construction Project ' will receive additional, generous contribution point rewards!"
"These contribution points can be used to exchange for elixirs, new ninja tools, and even... the opportunity for me to personally guide your training!"
boom!
This series of bombshell news was like a bucket of cold water poured into boiling oil, instantly causing the entire Uchiha Sacred Land to boil over!
"My God! Expenses have tripled?!"
"The reward has increased fivefold! This... this is more than what I earned as Anbu in Konoha!"
"There are still contribution points! I must work hard and strive to receive personal guidance from Lord Gen'yō!"
The entire tribespeople were plunged into immense jubilation!
They could clearly feel that, under Lord Gen'yō's leadership, their lives were undergoing earth-shattering changes!
It's not just about having a brand new, vibrant home!
They also possessed unprecedented wealth and dignity!
"But!"
Just as everyone was cheering, Gen'yō's voice rang out again, instantly silencing the entire venue.
"These are just the most basic things."
"We Uchiha, as the strongest fighting race in the Shinobi World, consider our bodies our most precious asset!"
"In the past, because of Konoha's exploitation, we could only survive on Military Rations Pill and dry food."
Those days are gone forever from this day forward!
Uchiha Gen'yō's gaze swept over every clansman present, especially those children who appeared somewhat thin due to malnutrition.
His voice was filled with an undeniable air of authority and tenderness.
" Inabi!"
"Exist!"
"Immediately establish a ' Logistics Procurement Department ' for the Chamber of Commerce! Use the money we earn to buy things for me throughout the entire Shinobi World!"
"Buy the best rice! The freshest vegetables! And... the fattest, Chakra- infused ninja beast meat!"
"Starting tomorrow, I will ensure that every member of our Uchiha has meat at every single meal!"
"I want our children to grow taller and stronger than anyone else!"
"I will use the best food to lay the most solid foundation for the future of our Uchiha!"
After speaking, Gen'yō paused.
Looking at the excited and grateful faces of his people, a mysterious smile curved his lips, and he silently added a sentence in his heart in a voice only he could hear.
"Not to mention..."
"My ' Shennong Pharmacopoeia ' contains more than just miraculous herbs..."
"Guess what kind of 'divine dish' will be created when elixirs and the finest ingredients are combined?"
"What kind of surprises will those 'delicacies' that can directly increase blood concentration bring you?"