boyutpedia Chapter 117 Willing to Serve You
Chapter 117 Willing to Serve You
Chapter 117 Willing to Serve You
After Hiruko was captured, the first research institute in the Land of Rain quickly got back on track.
The site had been reserved by Shiba Kiyokawa long ago—Hanzo's luxurious mansion had been emptied and left uninhabited, precisely to make room for the research institute.
That was the best piece of land in the whole city, and it even had a sizable training ground, which would be perfect as the research institute's future open-air experimental base.
Kakuzu raised many objections to this, arguing that it was a huge waste of money, but these objections were ultimately rejected by Shiba Kiyokawa.
In his view, the value of a private residence can never compare to that of a research site, and even his own residence doesn't deserve such a prime location.
After the research institute was initially established, Hiruko soon brought more good news—he reported that the progress of the first two projects was basically going well, and results could be produced within one or two months at the earliest.
Because, strictly speaking, these are not innovations created from scratch, but merely summaries of existing technologies from various parts of the ninja world.
The technology development in the ninja world has always been quite outrageous.
Many places have already entered the electrical age. For example, in the original work, Naruto's childhood home had a refrigerator, which contained expired milk. There were also utility poles in the village, and Kakashi would often appear on the poles.
However, many places seem backward at first glance. For example, when the bridge was built in the Central Wave Country in the original story, it was mainly carried by the villagers from the surrounding area.
The ninja world is not without technology, but the regional differences are so great that different countries don't seem to be living in the same era.
It's not that no one noticed this problem before, but few people were motivated to change it.
Because in this world where chakra exists, technological superiority cannot bring reliable and effective combat power advantage.
It's like when Shiba Kiyokawa played the game "Civilization" in his previous life. If his unique units from the Classical Era were enough to crush the opponent's modern infantry, then he wouldn't have much motivation to waste resources on advancing technology.
The situation in the ninja world is similar.
However, as a time traveler, Shiba Kiyokawa's views are different from most of the people here!
He attaches great importance to the completion of the research institute!
Even Hiruko, who had already become the first director of the research institute, did not fully understand Shiba Kiyokawa's thoughts at this moment.
But time will eventually prove everything.
Only after finishing a series of tasks following the initial completion of the research institute did Shiba Kiyokawa have time to find Yakushi Nonou.
He was quite surprised when he found Nono, and was really startled.
It's only been a little over a week, and Yakushi Nonou has already settled down in the Land of Rain and seems to be adapting quite well.
Because Yakushi Nonou had never been an enemy of the Land of Rain, she was not subjected to strict control and surveillance after arriving here. In this respect, she was in a better situation than Terai, who had surrendered earlier.
Because of this, Yakushi Nonou has found a job, obtained her identity certificate, registered as a ninja, and even took the time to help Yakushi Kabuto with his enrollment procedures at his new school.
Shiba Kiyokawa once wondered: if he didn't come to find her soon, would she be able to find a way to join the Akatsuki organization?
This made him laugh, but he also felt a sense of heartfelt relief.
Yakushi Nonou's choice is undoubtedly the best affirmation of his recent reforms in the Land of Rain!
In the original work, Konoha is always described as the warmest village, but it is that village that caused the tragedy of Yakushi Nonou and Kabuto.
Now, without needing to deliberately promote the warmth of the Land of Rain, the city naturally retained this "shrine maiden" who had traveled across most of the ninja world.
The difference is obvious!
However, as pleased as he was, he would not easily soften his heart when it came to using him.
"You probably guessed why I'm here. I'll need to use your abilities for the next few years, Ms. Nono. You're still so young; retiring now seems a bit premature."
Seeing the fear on Yakushi Nonou's face, as if a terrible memory had been triggered, Shiba Kiyokawa waved his hand and gently comforted her.
"But don't worry, we believe in equal exchange here. We won't use things like the Will of Rain or the Will of Dawn to hold you hostage. You work for me, and I will pay you on time. It's very fair."
Additionally, while you are away from the Land of Rain, you can designate someone to collect your salary on your behalf.
Shiba Kiyokawa extended his hand, and Terai, standing beside him, immediately became excited, his eyes filled with eagerness, as if he couldn't wait to say: Choose me! I will definitely be the most important person to my sister!
The next moment, Shiba Kiyokawa raised his hand and pointed decisively at Yakushi Kabuto next to him.
Terai instantly transformed into a gray-white sculpture, cracking with a clear "crack" sound.
"Don't worry, we won't force such a young child to work. He can still go to school normally and live on your salary."
If he has the talent, he can use your points to exchange for ninjutsu; that's his freedom, his right to choose, and so is yours.
Shiba Kiyokawa then turned to Yakushi Nonou again and said, "We will not force you to serve the Land of Rain for the rest of your life. You can do fieldwork for a maximum of three more years, after which you can come back here and serve as the commander of the intelligence organization in the rear, or become an instructor for new recruits. You can choose between these two paths at that time."
You don't need to worry that I'll deal with you like the Root does. To be honest, we need instructors and experienced commanders more than just spies right now. It's just that the next mission is very urgent, so we have to ask you for help first.
In addition, we will sign an agreement with you stating that if you unfortunately die during a mission, regardless of the cause, our Akatsuki organization will pay a substantial compensation to your designated beneficiary. Even if you don't trust us, you can at least trust money.
Kakuzu, standing to the side, nodded in deep agreement and said, "Yes, people may betray you, but money never will. Money is the most stable bond!"
Kabuto watched nervously from the side.
From Kabuto's perspective, he had finally found the director—no, he could now call her "Mom"—so naturally he didn't want Nono to leave again.
But this time, Yakushi Nonou gently patted Kabuto's head, then revealed a resolute smile that Kabuto had never seen before.
"You don't need to explain so much, Chief Qinghe, I believe you."
I believe that the leader who is willing to pay a huge price to demolish the luxurious courtyard in the city center in order to rebuild the city more rationally is not a selfish, despicable, or shady person. I am willing to serve you.
Please tell me what the next task is.
More than a year ago, Kabuto overheard Danzo's conversation when he came to the orphanage to force Nono to come out of seclusion.
Kabuto clearly remembers that Nono's answer back then was definitely not as firm and enthusiastic as it is now.
Dean Nono was clearly extremely unwilling at that time.
Kabuto couldn't understand why Nono's attitude had changed so much on two separate occasions. He was too young to understand the difference.
But at this moment, at least one seed had been planted in his heart: he knew that, even though they were both working for the same cause, the Akatsuki organization in the Land of Rain was a much better place than the Root organization in Konoha!
That's enough!
Shiba Kiyokawa was very satisfied with this.
He then glanced around, and Kakuto, being very perceptive, went around the table and took Terai and Kabuto with him, leaving only Shiba Kiyokawa and Yakushi Nono in the room.
Kakuzu is now becoming more and more adept at embracing his role as a follower.
I don't know if it's because they pay salaries monthly.
Then, Shiba Kiyokawa crossed his fingers in front of his upper lip and solemnly instructed, "Because you have been infiltrating the Land of Earth for a long time, no one is more suitable for this mission than you."
"I need you to infiltrate Iwagakure, find out their current supply lines in the Land of Grass, and locate the exact location of a bridge called Kannabi!"
(End of this chapter)