Transmigrating as the Third Hokage: Make Konoha Great Again!

"Of course it's suitable."

Hiruzen Sarutobi put his arm around the daimyo's shoulder and said with a smile, "Brother, what use is the title of lord to me?"

"I have only one wish: that you and I, the Hokage and the Daimyo, are two sides of the same coin, to extract the silver that the nobles hoard and refuse to part with, to whip them with the whip of quotas, and to develop the Land of Fire..."

"There's no point in making money off the poor."

"If we're going to make money, we'll make money from the rich, and we'll make sure they lead the poor to wealth too..."

"That's more interesting, don't you think? This is something that no king in the history of the Land of Fire has ever accomplished!"

Daming took a deep breath: "Big brother, you think highly of me, so let's work together!"

"Good brother!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi and the daimyo clasped hands tightly: "With our combined efforts, is there any stronger combination in the Land of Fire?"

"Impossible! Absolutely impossible!" Daimyo shouted. "No one can stop us!"

And behind them.

Danzo Shimura watched this scene with a blank expression.

Deceit, and more deception...

He wondered how many people Hiruzen Sarutobi had said similar things to?

They were supposed to be the strongest duo...

066 Mito Uzumaki's jade pendant, a sensible daimyo

"Brother, your pricing..."

The lord spoke up, "It could definitely be more expensive!"

“Brother, that’s a good idea, but you need to think long-term.”

Hiruzen Sarutobi smiled and shook his head:

“If they ask for too much this time, it will be difficult to promote the product next time. We need to tie all their needs together so that those nobles can be like puppets in our hands.”

"Besides, selling it cheaper can also be seen as a reward from the Land of Fire for its excellent rulers."

The lord asked in surprise, "Are there other immortal items?"

"Once the reputation of 'Holy Land Pill' is established, the next step will be the Holy Land series of beauty and skincare cosmetics."

"The next step is to offer high-end tobacco products that middle-class and aristocratic families can afford."

"Finally, it's sold to other countries at a premium, using their money to serve the Land of Fire."

Hiruzen Sarutobi patted the daimyo on the shoulder:

"Besides, brother, these products of mine aren't just for making money..."

"These products are essentially civilian pilot projects before military use, and the production process is also part of training in the production of war materials."

"Money is useful for Hidden Village, but it can only solve a limited number of problems."

"Therefore, what we are currently doing are small and exquisite industries. Investing too much manpower would affect the combat sequence. The essence of everything is still to improve Konoha's combat power and military equipment."

"If we fail militarily, then everything fails. The tailed beasts cannot be stopped by money."

The daimyo of the Land of Fire nodded thoughtfully, then clapped his hands in admiration, saying, "Brother, your considerations are truly comprehensive!"

"We will also need your strong cooperation."

Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile:

“Demonstrating the wonders of ‘Holy Land Pill’ to these nobles, thereby winning their hearts and eliminating troublemakers, sounds simple, but it all requires a lot of effort.”

"Efficient distribution and payment channels are crucial and need to be established, as they will be essential for future products."

"After promoting the superiority of Konoha products to nobles in other countries and arousing their interest, we established an intelligence network through overseas sales channels..."

"The selection of which nobles and the basis for setting the indicators all need to be carefully considered."

"However, you are better at this, so I won't go into details."

These are the specialties of daimyo and bureaucrats of the Land of Fire, and are trivial matters for Hiruzen Sarutobi.

Unbeknownst to them, the Daimyo had already picked up a pen and paper and was diligently recording what Hiruzen Sarutobi had said.

He sensed it; this might be his only chance in this lifetime…

If he misses this opportunity, he will regret it for the rest of his life.

To surpass the predecessors who ruled the Land of Fire, and truly leave a mark on the history of the ninja world…

Even though he was Hiruzen Sarutobi's assistant...

But isn't that enough?

This is a hundred times better than a daimyo who can't do anything...

If Hiruzen Sarutobi's blueprint succeeds, then he will be a true monarch with real power!

Putting Konoha aside, which noble in the entire Land of Fire would dare to challenge him?

When ordinary people praise him as an elder brother, don't they also include him in their praise?

In his eyes, the ambition and desire to leave a mark on history pulsed...

Hiruzen Sarutobi's eyes held a smile.

His younger brother, perhaps unaware of his own actions, had entered a state of fanaticism…

Compared to illusions, Hiruzen Sarutobi believed that interests and convictions provided a more solid means of control and binding.

"When will the first payment arrive?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked.

"Brother, I'll be there immediately," Daming said in a deep voice.

"With the imperial treasury and our ancestral property, plus what my wife and I have scraped together, we have 36,000 pills, each worth 100,000 taels. I'll make up for the discount on the first batch; I'll cover it all!"

Danzo Shimura said with a dark face, "Are you trying to monopolize the market and then raise prices? These prices can't be changed arbitrarily!"

Daimyo shuddered and cowered fearfully behind Hiruzen Sarutobi: "No... I just want my brother to pay back the money as soon as possible."

"This is my virtuous younger brother, Danzo, who is practically your virtuous younger brother too..."

Don't scare him!

Danzo Shimura nodded expressionlessly: "I understand."

"Regarding the price, it will remain unchanged."

"One percent of the profits from this 'Sacred Land Pill' will be received by your descendants as long as Konoha exists."

"The amount of money isn't much, but its history is long and rich, don't you think?" Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a smile.

For a top-tier noble like a daimyo.

The amount of money is often only one aspect; the duration of the transaction is often more attractive.

“Brother, this jade pendant is the proof between us.”

Hiruzen Sarutobi took out one of the necklaces that Mito Uzumaki had given him.

This is one of the two replicas made by Mito Uzumaki, and it was also a small favor the old lady gave to her junior, Hiruzen Sarutobi, after hearing that he was going to take advantage of the nobility.

The one around his neck was the original one that Hashirama had given to Mito.

This cannot be given away...

"This was made by Lord Hashirama and Lord Mito together..." Hiruzen Sarutobi placed the ornament on the daimyo's head.

"She instructed me to give this to the warriors who fought and sacrificed everything for the Land of Fire and Konoha..."

A sense of reassurance and comfort flowed from the necklace into the daimyo's body.

Compared to the 'Holy Land Pill', this is a true heirloom that money can't buy.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's words were both a demonstration of his sincerity and a warning to the daimyo.

Even though there are some Senju clan members within the Fire Country's bureaucratic system, he has already gained Mito Uzumaki's approval...

Perhaps Daiming no longer thinks about these things.

However, plugging the loopholes in advance can prevent unnecessary internal friction.

"Brother, I have no way to repay your kindness..."

Daming took a deep breath, solemnly raised his finger, and said from the bottom of his heart, "In the name of our ancestors and descendants, I will do my utmost for my elder brother. If I break this oath, I am willing to be struck by lightning!"

"Why did it have to come to this!"

Hiruzen Sarutobi shook his head and sighed, "I believe you, my brother!"

But in reality, Hiruzen Sarutobi didn't believe it...

He still occasionally sends out secret agents to investigate.

After chatting with Daming again.

Hiruzen Sarutobi and the daimyo bid each other a reluctant farewell and agreed to stay in the capital for a few days.

Danzo Shimura followed silently behind Hiruzen Sarutobi with a cold expression.

"What's your full name again?" Hiruzen Sarutobi suddenly asked.

Danzo was taken aback; he had originally planned to make a sarcastic remark.

After all this time, we still don't even know the other person's last name!

How dare you call me "elder brother" and "brother" so affectionately!

Furthermore, what's wrong with you, Hokage? You don't even know your own name.

"His full name is Kujou Gen..."

Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded casually and handed him the last necklace: "His isn't as good as this one."

"Have you been eyeing this for a long time? This is the only one left..."

Danzo frowned, looking repulsed, but his hands moved with surprising speed.