Starting with Naruto, I'll become stronger through my own efforts.

Chapter 127 Tsunade's Mysterious Deeds

The Uchiha clan has excellent genes; the girls are beautiful and the boys are handsome, and they are often popular among their peers.

Just like Uchiha Sasuke, who was often harassed by his infatuated classmates and suffered terribly.

With the enormous profits still at stake, the Uchiha clan has become even more popular and the most sought-after group.

Furthermore, after the Uchiha clan dispersed, most of the villagers in Konoha had Uchiha neighbors, and their children had many opportunities to interact with Uchiha children.

When teenagers are naturally attracted to attractive members of the opposite sex, and their parents not only don't object but actually support them, the competition becomes fierce.

Under such circumstances, who would care about being jealous of the Uchiha?

Uchiha Izumi was very satisfied with the current situation, but she couldn't understand why.

Izumi wasn't worried at all. Confused, she asked Xia Zuo, "Brother, why did the villagers' hostility towards the Uchiha disappear after the money was distributed?"

Uchiha Shisui was equally bewildered, echoing, "I remember that Chief Fugaku also distributed money before, but he received even greater opposition. Why are there different results even though they're both distributing money?"

Xia Zuo explained, "I also know about Fugaku Uchiha's money distribution, but there are two crucial differences between his and my methods."

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"First, Fugaku Uchiha was giving out money without any reason, while I told you to only give money to your Uchiha relatives."

"Secondly, Fugaku Uchiha distributed money in an absolutely equal manner, with everyone receiving the same amount. But I'm having you distribute different levels of money based on your relationship with him and your previous contributions."

"There needs to be a reason for giving money. Only money earned through one's own efforts can be received with a clear conscience, without feeling insulted as if it were charity."

"Furthermore, by dividing the benefits into different levels according to a definite reason, the villagers of Konoha will understand that as long as they work hard, they can share the benefits with the Uchiha."

"So the villagers had hope and a direction to strive for. They no longer cared about being jealous of the Uchiha. Even if they hated them, they would only direct their hatred at the other villagers who were competing with them for benefits."

"Only when the villagers compete with each other can the Uchiha clan rise above all their competitors."

"As long as we treat everyone fairly and maintain a balance among our competitors, we can gain absolute control in Konoha."

To be honest, Uchiha Izumi could not fully comprehend such imperial tactics, but even a partial understanding was enough to impress her.

As for Uchiha Shisui, he didn't even reach the level of understanding Izumi. The subtle shift in people's hearts based on interests caused his Sharingan to become the Rinnegan.

Seeing his clan leader nodding thoughtfully, Uchiha Shisui simply stopped thinking.

It doesn't matter if he doesn't understand, he has great faith in Lord Xia Zuo anyway, as long as he resolutely carries out orders.

Having finally met a leader who shared his ideals, he didn't want to lose the opportunity to protect the Uchiha clan and Konoha Village because of his hesitation and wavering.

Three days later, Tsunade returned with Jiraiya.

The Konoha Jonin Conference is being held again, and this time they will decide whether Tsunade or Sasuke will become the Fifth Hokage.

It's not like no other Konoha ninjas have tried to run for the position over the past few days; after all, Natsu is only a Chunin and only 17 years old.

Since even Chunin can compete for the Hokage position, young Jonin naturally think: I can do it too.

But when Xia Zuo's specific information was revealed, these young Jonin were all dumbfounded.

Xia Zuo has resolved several major crises in Konoha Village.

He prevented the Uchiha clan from being wiped out.

He killed the S-rank rogue ninja, Shimura Danzo.

He slaughtered the entire delegation of Cloud Village ninjas and forced the Cloud Village ninja army to retreat.

A few days ago, he teamed up with Uchiha Shisui to defeat the Fourth Raikage, A, recreating the feat of the Fourth Hokage.

Such a brilliant record made the young Konoha Jonin feel ashamed and dare not compete with him.

If Tsunade doesn't return soon, Xia Zuo will automatically become the Fifth Hokage due to a lack of competition.

In fact, Tsunade's ability to be persuaded by Jiraiya to return to Konoha with him was also related to Natsume.

It was because Mitokado Homura passed on information to Jiraiya that the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, had died, and it was very likely that Natsumi was responsible for the poisoning, that Jiraiya was able to persuade Tsunade to return.

On one hand, Hiruzen Sarutobi's death relieved most of Tsunade's inner turmoil.

On the other hand, there was the unclear reason for Hiruzen Sarutobi's death. Considering the bond between master and disciple, she wanted to find out the specific circumstances and give her teacher, Hiruzen, an explanation.

Xia Zuo had anticipated this situation, but he didn't care at all.

Tsunade's qualifications for the Hokage position far surpassed Jiraiya's, but she did not have a clear advantage over him.

Aside from the medical ninja system and the three ninja clans of Sarutobi, Utatane, and Mitomon, Xia Zuo was confident that he could gain the support of all other Konoha ninjas.

Compared to Tsunade, who went around visiting ninjas as soon as she returned to Konoha, Xia Zuo appeared remarkably calm, neither trying to solidify his supporters nor visiting the wavering centrists.

Countless ninja clan leaders deeply admired Xia Zuo, believing him to have the demeanor of a great general.

The reason why Xia Zuo remained calm was that he didn't care about Konoha Village; the title of Hokage was just a job.

A sheer cliff stands tall, its strength lies in its lack of desire.

No, of course not.

Xia Zuo has absolute confidence in his own strength.

If Konoha elects him as the Fifth Hokage, then he will use his position as Hokage to control Konoha and use its resources to serve his own purposes.

In return, he will work diligently to help Konoha survive the upcoming Fourth Shinobi World War.

Of course, in his own way, not in the way of the Sage of Six Paths.

If Konoha chooses Tsunade as the Fifth Hokage, then he won't hold back.

He will use the Uchiha clan as a tool to control Konoha Village through capital means, and exploit the village's resources by manipulating money.

But then he would have no responsibility whatsoever. When Konoha Village faces disaster in the future, he could at most fulfill his duties as a Chunin or Jonin.

But what Xia Zuo didn't expect was that Tsunade actually managed to shake off Jiraiya and secretly sneak into his house.

Tsunade was nearly 50 years old at this time, but she still looked like a young girl.

Her skin was fair and flawless, with a faint rosy glow.

Her face was full, with soft cheek contours, innocent and dreamy eyes, and arched eyebrows, unintentionally exuding a captivating spring charm.

Her luscious lips further accentuated the girl's charm and innocence.

She also possesses a stunning figure and an elegant demeanor that young girls often lack.

However, Tsunade's behavior was very different from her image; she inexplicably rushed into Natsu's house without saying a word.

Upon entering, he dragged a chair to a door, then sat down with his legs spread wide like a hooligan, kicked open the tightly closed door, revealing Xia Zuo behind it.

"Heh, I've found you, Wood Release ninja Natsu."

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