Icha Icha Paradise
Mikoto smiled at her shy son. "Your hair seems a bit too long. Let's go get a haircut before the weekend."
Time flies, and three years have passed in a flash. Koki's face has become more and more delicate and beautiful. Her fair skin is as delicate as mutton fat jade, with a faint pink hue, as if it could be broken with a touch.
Her arched eyebrows resembled a crescent moon, beneath which were a pair of bright and clear eyes, like twinkling stars in the night sky, lively and spirited.
Her nose was small and straight, and the corners of her lips were slightly upturned. Whenever she smiled, it was like spring flowers in full bloom, bright and beautiful.
Koki's hair had reached her shoulders; her silky black hair fell gently, shimmering with a captivating luster, the smooth strands seemingly flowing down.
If you don't look closely, she really looks like a pretty young girl, exuding a pure and sweet aura.
Mikoto secretly felt a surge of relief, thinking that Koki really did look just like her.
Koki shook her head and said firmly, "No need, Mom, I want to keep it."
After saying that, he and Itachi looked at each other and both smiled, their smiles filled with unspoken understanding.
This is a little secret between him and his brother.
"Whatever you want." Mikoto shook her head, her expression full of doting affection.
Watching the interaction between the two children, you can see them quietly growing up and developing their own little world and secrets.
Koki finishing her meal, a mischievous glint flashed in Guangxi's eyes, and she casually tossed a stack of homework in front of Shisui.
She herself was like a cheerful kitten, gently embracing her younger brother, and together they snuggled into the warmth of the kotatsu. Holding a captivating novel, she and Itachi read and laughed, their faces beaming with satisfaction.
Shisui gazed at the small mountain of homework before him, then turned to look at the leisurely Koki, giving her a indulgent smile, but deliberately saying, "Next time I'll have to charge you."
Koki hearing this, Guangxi's bright eyes widened as she looked at Shisui in disbelief, as if she had heard the most incredible thing in the world.
What? You're actually going to charge me money?
This reaction amused Shisui greatly. He burst into laughter and teased, "Little money-grubber, you're so rich now, how come you're so reluctant to give it to me?"
"Hmph," Koki muttered in dissatisfaction, then buried himself in his novel, ignoring Shisui.
"Okay, okay." Shisui shook his head and began to seriously help Koki with the pile of homework.
Meanwhile, inside the kotatsu, Koki would steal glances at Shisui, who was diligently doing his homework, and a pleasant smile would quietly curve her lips.
However, Shisui's statement, "Koki is really rich now," is absolutely true.
In recent years, with the help of the "richest man" system, his business empire has expanded rapidly to every corner of the Five Great Nations, involving numerous industries and fields.
The assets he now controls have gradually accumulated from a few small goals to more than a dozen small goals, a staggering figure.
It's important to know that when Koki first proposed the idea of going into business, it caused a huge uproar within the Uchiha Clan.
In traditional thinking, the Uchiha are a proud ninja clan, taking pride in their strength and superb Ninjutsu.
Doing business?
They weren't interested; in fact, they felt it was a challenge to their family's honor.
The clan elders shook their heads, believing that this would cause the Uchiha to lose their dignity and status. Even Fugaku expressed his strong opposition, believing that ninjas should focus on Ninjutsu and combat.
However, Koki was not swayed by these opposing voices.
They disagree? Then we'll just throw money at them until they agree!
When Koki slammed her fortune of a small amount of money in front of everyone, the previously noisy objections vanished instantly.
Are you kidding me? Think of all that money could do for the family!
To put it bluntly, why do ninjas fight each other Tenten? Isn't it all for that money?
A hundred million yuan for nothing! Who could refuse? Who would refuse?
How many A-rank missions would Uchiha Clan ninja have to complete to accumulate this amount of money?
Everyone was shocked by this astonishing number; even the elders who had vehemently opposed it were dumbfounded.
Fugaku remained silent, but judging from his trembling hands, he was probably ecstatic inside.
The First Elder and the Third Elder even fought each other over the right to use this money. They both had Sharingan and were over a hundred years old combined, how could they still be so childish?
At that moment, the power of money overwhelmed all arguments, no matter how many words were exchanged.
At the village level, things don't always go smoothly either.
Initially, Konoha naturally harbored some doubts and concerns about the Uchiha Clan's involvement in the business world.
However, when the enormous amount of taxes paid by the Uchiha each year was presented to the Third Hokage Hiruzen Sarutobi, his originally serious face almost broke into a wide smile, and he excitedly uttered three "good"s.
For the village's continued development, this considerable sum of money is like a warm sun in the cold winter, a true "timely help."
Meanwhile, other villages and countries also experienced unexpected changes in their attitudes toward the Uchiha's business expansion plans.
In recent years, friction between major nations and villages has gradually intensified, tensions have escalated, and the shadow of war constantly looms over the entire Shinobi World.
Against this backdrop, the daimyo have been cutting military budgets year after year, causing every kage to be anxious about raising funds.
Without money, how can you train ninjas and buy ninja tools?
How can you wage war, expand your territory, and seize resources without money?
How can I buy weapons if I don't have money?
Do you know how expensive an Explosive Tag is?!
The appearance of Koki was like a ray of dawn in the darkness, bringing a glimmer of life and hope to these shadows. Therefore, everyone unanimously chose to "turn a blind eye" and tacitly approved of Koki's business.
It is worth mentioning that Koki wisely adopted the franchise model.
Apart from Konoha, where the Uchiha Clan directly participated in its management, other regions were not managed by the Uchiha Clan themselves, but rather through cooperation with local forces to achieve business development.
In this way, unnecessary disputes and conflicts can be avoided, and resources from all parties can be fully utilized to achieve a win-win situation.
Every time the number of franchise slots is announced, it immediately sparks a frenzied battle for them, far exceeding expectations in its intensity, with some even resorting to violence.
As for the Uchiha Clan, Koki and Shisui also personally planned and built a nursing home, which was not only fully equipped but also had a pleasant environment.
There are dedicated medical staff to take care of the elderly's daily lives, and various recreational activities for them to participate in.
These elderly people can finally enjoy their later years in a comfortable environment, no longer needing to worry about the trivialities of life.
At the same time, Koki also prepared to establish a kindergarten, providing a good learning and growth environment for the children in the tribe.
Furthermore, he increased the compensation for the deceased's family by several times.
What Koki said back then is now becoming a reality step by step through his efforts.
Every year, Koki sets aside a large sum of money for the clan's use.
These funds were used to improve the living conditions of the tribe and enhance their quality of life.
The Uchiha Clan is now thriving.
Spacious and bright dwellings have replaced the simple houses of the past, the clean and orderly streets bring joy, and the wide variety of shops meet the daily needs of the people.
Children played happily in the kindergarten, their laughter filling the air; while the elderly enjoyed peaceful moments in the nursing home.
Koki was lost in thought, pondering what kind of shop she should open next.
"Brother! Brother?" Suddenly, Itachi's clear voice reached his ears.
Koki subconsciously turned her head to look in the direction where her younger brother was.
Itachi, holding a book in his hands and with eyes full of anticipation, called out to Koki, "Brother, let's read this book together!"
Koki smiled and nodded in response, then took the book from Itachi's small hands.
However, when he saw the book cover, his eyes widened in surprise.
The book cover boldly proclaims: "Icha Icha Paradise"!!!
What is this thing?
Koki was completely bewildered. He hurriedly and clumsily threw the book away, as if it were a ticking time bomb.