Naruto: In the name of time, shock the ninja world!.

Chapter 168 Gains, Losses and Controversy

In the silent office, there was only the rustling sound of Xingye Feng turning pages from time to time. His face became more and more serious, as if he had seen some huge crisis.

"You are all right. Konoha is indeed like this now. It is developing more rapidly than in the past ten years."

Xingye Feng kept reviewing the few pages of documents in his hand, reading them over and over again, while saying words of agreement.

This left everyone confused. They didn't know whether this was happiness or anger, and they didn't know what to say for a moment.

"I am really happy to hear this, and I know why you are happy."

Hoshino Feng took a deep breath, put down the documents, and continued.

But then, his face became heavy, and he said angrily: "But what I saw was that Konoha was full of loopholes."

"In general, you have achieved great results, and I recognize your achievements, but this does not mean you can rest easy."

The sudden angry words made the hearts of those present stop for a moment. Everyone could hear how angry Xingye Feng was at the moment.

Hearing this, Nara Shikaichi looked left and right, and said doubtfully, "Hokage-sama, please forgive my poor eyesight. I don't know what loopholes there are."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone couldn't help but nod their heads, because they racked their brains but couldn't figure out what the problem was.

Speaking of resources, with the addition of the land of the Rain Country, there is abundant mineral resources underground, and there is no shortage of them for the time being. Several large mineral veins have been discovered, which are enough for the next hundred years.

In terms of finance, after years of reforms and the huge success in business, Konoha has ample financial reserves and is not short of money.

In terms of trade, since the defeat of the Sand Village, Konoha has set up a trading zone in its village to increase Konoha's influence and control the right to drink water and food.

If this continues for another ten years, the lifeblood of the Sand Village will probably be directly controlled by Konoha.

Overall, Konoha is on an upward trend, which is perfect. This is something that other ninja villages envy.

Seeing everyone's trembling expressions, Xingye Feng slightly reduced his pressure and said calmly: "Konoha's hard power has been improved, so next we must focus on soft power."

Unfamiliar words flooded into everyone's minds and they all looked at each other in bewilderment. Orochimaru seemed to be thinking about something, with a gleam in his eyes, as if he understood the deep meaning.

Nara Shikaichi asked curiously, "Please tell me, Hokage-sama."

Hoshino Kaede did not keep the secret and explained: "Hard power is easy to understand. It is every aspect of Konoha that focuses on military force."

"Soft power is the details beneath all aspects, such as pension funds for the elderly, medical care for villagers and basic education for children."

Although it was an explanation, it was no different from the heavenly book. Except for the smarter Nara Shikaichi and Orochimaru who understood a little, everyone else was basically clueless.

Seeing this, Xingye Feng smiled slightly, took a sip of tea to moisten his throat, and then said: "I deliberately hid my figure a few days ago and got a deeper understanding."

"In general, Konoha is very good. Compared with other ninja villages, it is several levels higher. This is very good."

“But I still see some shortcomings.”

"You all hold high positions and are ninjas, so you don't have to worry about your life. You can find many of you spending money like water."

Such straightforward words made them feel a little uncomfortable, and some of them looked around involuntarily.

Seeing this, Xingye Feng shook his head and smiled, and said comfortingly: "Don't worry, this is not against the law, I'm just talking."

After comforting her, he went on to say, "Naturally, ninjas don't have to worry about their living. The commission for a mission is equivalent to the monthly or even annual income of ordinary people."

"But Konoha is mostly populated by ordinary people, and they need money for many things. In the end, there won't be much money left."

"If this continues, we won't be able to afford even a disease, let alone become wealthy."

After some explanation, Nara Shikaichi also understood what Hoshino Kaede wanted to say in the end: "You mean, you want Konoha to bear part of the cost?"

Seeing that Lu Yi understood so quickly, Xingye Feng smiled and nodded: "That's exactly what I mean."

"Before, the finances were tight, and Konoha still had hidden dangers, so it was put on hold."

"The time period is just right now. There are no internal risks and the finances are sufficient, so I want to hear your opinions."

The amount of information was enormous, but after Hoshino Kaede finished speaking, no one spoke up to offer any opinions.

Xingye Feng is not in a hurry. This is a huge project and there are many points to discuss, so he has to take it step by step.

Half an hour later, Utane Koharu was the first to express her opinion. After all, since it was a matter of finance, she should be the first to speak.

"Your idea is a little immature in my opinion. Konoha has a large population base, and it will take a lot of effort to implement hundreds of thousands of people."

"There are many departments involved, and personnel need to be coordinated and transferred, which is very troublesome."

Without waiting for Hoshino Kaede to speak, Danzo couldn't wait to say, "Xiaochun is right. I think this policy of wasting money is unnecessary."

"With this kind of money, we might as well invest more in ninjas. After all, they are the ones who protect Konoha."

Danzo's words were a bit radical, but they were probably what most people at the scene thought.

Because when people do something there must be a purpose or benefit, and they can't see it, so they oppose it.

"You...all think so?" Xingye Feng looked at them and sighed in his heart.

These people have good intentions, but due to the limitations of the times, they cannot see some hidden things clearly.

At this time, Nara Shikaichi suddenly spoke up and said, "I think this matter should be implemented as soon as possible."

At the moment he finished speaking, Sarutobi Hiruzen continued, "In the short term, there is no benefit, but I think that not everything has to be measured in terms of benefits."

Danzo frowned and said unhappily, "If we don't talk about interests, what else can we talk about? Now is not the time to joke around."

Hearing this, Sarutobi Hiruzen glanced at him and said slowly: "Some things are more important than profit."

“If we lose it, it’s like a tree without roots or flowers without water.”

When Xingye Feng heard what the two said, his eyes lit up.

"What do you mean?" Danzo asked in confusion.

At this moment, Orochimaru's voice appeared lightly, and he hit the nail on the head without saying a word.

"What Sarutobi-sensei meant is that the will of the people is above all else. Without a solid will of the people, no matter how strong it is, it will be false and shattered at the slightest touch."

Xingye Feng nodded approvingly: "Yes, the people's will is everything."

“Like where I am now.”

"It's not that you have to become a Hokage to get everyone's recognition, but the one who is recognized by everyone is the Hokage."

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