People who have grown up in the high-tech information age find it difficult to understand why our ancestors in the past would give up territory that was within easy reach.
In most cases, it is not that our ancestors were short-sighted or weak.
The cost of maintaining the rule of remote areas is too high, especially because the geographical environment is too different, there are difficulties in acclimatization, such as altitude sickness, parasites such as malaria, plague, or poor transportation, making it impossible to integrate into the overall national order. .
Before the discovery of quinoline, cinchona, and artemisinin, Plasmodium paralyzed all colonizers in the tropics and subtropics.
The so-called glory of the Age of Discovery is due to the bloody journey that countless sailors who feared death endured septicemia, unpredictable winds and waves, and the risk of getting lost.
Before the advent of industrialization, the "transparent north-south" landscape of North America was simply not suitable for the development of farming and animal husbandry civilization. Only with the support of mechanized large farms, the Great Plains, where cold waves and hurricanes alternately raged, would become the basis for establishing hegemony. "The Promised Land".
This is the embarrassment of the Kingdom of the Sea. In the eyes of the Mist Ninja, its status is probably not as good as that of the Kingdom of Whirlpool, which has been destroyed. The output there is only some precious corals, pearls, etc. that are worth looking at.
In the eyes of people from other countries, the residents of the Kingdom of the Sea, who rely on the sea to eat, are just barbarians who smell like fish.
Mist ninjas occasionally accept employment from residents of the Kingdom of the Sea to help them solve their problems, not because they really value them, but to prevent Konoha ninjas from reaching out.
The sea is vast and boundless. During the Ninja World War, Konoha Village sent out a side force to make a large detour from the Kingdom of the Sea, so that they could penetrate directly into the hinterland of the Kingdom of Water.
Although the possibility is small, it cannot be ignored.
In addition, the most famous trade in the Kingdom of the Sea is the "slave trade" in the new era, which is called a new development model of "demographic dividend" such as labor export, apprenticeship internship, and maid dispatch, to earn low wages. To purchase necessary daily necessities, in the spring and autumn, gold ships were used to open up a lifeline and traffic supplies.
This is not because the country of the sea has too many people and has to export cheap labor to the Ninja Continent, but it is that they have no other choice but to work as coolies.
Of course, poverty is common in the country of the sea, and some big shots at the top are extremely rich. For example, Haixing, the leader of the gold-carrying ship escort team who is secretly controlled by the Gushan family, has wealth that a well-off family in the Land of Fire will never be able to earn back in ten lifetimes.
Chunyu would not hesitate to agree to Gu Shanbu Shui's "touring" in the Kingdom of the Sea. That was normal.
Rather, it is strange to be entangled in such a small issue.
"Does the Kosugi family intend to interfere in the ninja disputes in Kirigakure Village?"
After the general intention was set, the solemn atmosphere became a little more lively. Chunyu pretended to ask casually. After hearing this, Gu Shan Bu Shui asked with a smile,
"What's good?"
Although there are not many blood lines flowing out of the ninja world, they are not just one or two. After many blood lines are thinned to a certain level, there is almost no possibility of awakening.
Those descendants of the ninja clan who fled were not very capable, but they had very bad tempers, and they were arrogant and arrogant, and no one looked down on them.
Before leaving the family, I am afraid that these carefully selected guys were also instilled with the idea of hiding their names, waiting for opportunities, and working hard to revive the family.
Putting aside whether it's worth buying them off, if the huge Gushan family is reduced to relying on losers to survive, then it's better to lie down early and wait for the wheels of history to roll over it.
Seemingly realizing that he had asked the wrong question, Chunyu laughed twice and then explained:
"I want to know why the young family governor wants to protect those rebels. Is it because this is your sphere of influence and we are not allowed to take action?"
"This is a good question..."
Gu Shan Bu Shui's mind was racing, thinking about how to give a more appropriate answer.
"What price are you prepared to pay to know the answer?"
Of course, Chun Yu didn't have to know about this trivial matter, so he just gave up.
"It's not like he was helping people in danger or trying to show the kindness and majesty of the Young Master, right?"
"Whatever you think, I am useful anyway. Maybe one day, all the blood successor ninja clan in your Kirigakure Village will be killed, and you have to thank me for retaining the seeds of the bloodline!"
"How is that possible? You really know how to joke! Our purpose is just to tame those ninjas who don't obey the Mizukage's orders, not to destroy them..."
"It's hard to say."
Gu Shan Bu Shui pretended to be profound and tried,
"The Kaguya clan is so stupid that they plot rebellions or start wars every now and then. I don't know when they will disappear!"
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As Chunyu left, she silently thought about Gu Shan Bu Shui's meaningful words, always feeling that they meant something.
The young governor, who understood something that was on his mind, generously held a celebration dinner. In the beautiful and stylish hall, well-dressed men and women who pretended to be reserved were chatting quietly together.
After all, Uchiha Shisui is still several years younger than Furugi Fusui. It is a bit exaggerated to say that there is a generation gap. Due to the difference in status, there is really nothing to talk about.
Talking about some very realistic topics, but also giving a deep sense of communication.
"Have you three been hit?"
Fusugi Fusui drank all the fruit wine in the glass, smiled happily, and asked Shiranui Genma, Ebisu and Metkai,
"Obviously he is a junior, but he is so strong and famous than you. I think only Kakashi Hatake can compare with him."
"The gap between people is really huge."
Shiranui Genma, who had long been used to it, responded calmly,
"The Uchiha... are really a scary clan. Although they are relatively stinky, they are indeed capable. Uchiha Shisui is already so strong that people feel unable to resist, and there is an even more terrifying Uchiha Itachi behind him."
Speaking of the changes in the village over the years, the three people present were a little sad.
The Uchiha family has always been the most famous genius in Konoha Village. It is really difficult for other ninja clans to produce a strong and dominant person. In comparison, the gap is obvious.
Among the large number of civilian ninjas, only Namikaze Minato emerged. This was an iconic figure who was cultivated by the whole village under the guidance of Jiraiya.
Ebisu, who had been silent for a long time, pushed the magic mirror on the bridge of his nose and said:
"Genius is rare, but elites can be achieved through hard study and hard work. One day, we can also find our own place!"
"I didn't ask you this..."
Gu Shan Bu Shui encouraged with a smile,
"The most suitable and comfortable position may not be what you want..."
"So many people want to be Hokage, but there can only be one village leader, so how can they all get their wish?"
Ebisu, who was quick-minded, did not fall for such sophistry, but rebutted it very simply.
"Why not yourself, but someone else?"
After the young family governor paused, he continued to ask,
"Perhaps, Uchiha...that's what they think now! After the fourth generation died in the battle, the third generation came back. Although it is not bad, why not choose the fifth generation?"
These words left Shiranui Genma and Ebisu speechless. As for Metkai, he turned his attention to how to fill his stomach with delicious food.
If outsiders were so sarcastic, Shiranui Genma and Ebisu would have retorted back to each other.
Gusugi Bushui is half a member of the family who has been in Konoha Village for more than ten years. He almost became a colleague. There are some things that he can't deal with.
"You happened to be away when the Nine Tails attacked the village, so some things are not clear!"
"Maybe!"
Let’s stop this topic here. If we go deeper, I’m afraid it will really hurt our friendship.
The Kyuubi, which almost destroyed half of Konoha Village, has always been a pain in the hearts of Konoha ninjas. It has only been about six years now, and it is not so easily forgotten.
After so many compatriots died, almost every family paid tribute, which is not an exaggeration at all.
The Uchiha family, who is suspected of being the culprit behind the scenes, has become more and more conflicted with the Leaf Village.
Maybe they were innocent, and even thought that the village founded by Senju and Uchiha should have half of them.
After the Senju family fell silent, the Uchiha family was the most qualified to serve as Hokage.
It has been more than fifty years since the establishment of Konoha Village. It has been three generations and it has not yet been Uchiha's turn to take over. Who can bear this?
The two brothers Senju Hashirama and Senju Tobirama were so powerful that no one could compete with them. The Sandaime's rise to power had some twists and turns, but he was still quite popular.
The Yondaime had outstanding military exploits and was quite popular. He was almost universally favored. Even Orochimaru couldn't compete with him, so the Uchiha family had no choice but to swallow their anger.
Now that the Fourth Generation is gone and there is no successor, it must be the turn of the Uchiha family. As a result, Sarutobi Hiruzen did not give the Uchiha family a chance when he came back, and he also targeted and suppressed him in various ways.
It seems that the conflict cannot be suppressed anymore.
Every now and then, you can see the Uchiha tribesmen from the Security Department clashing with the villagers during law enforcement.
This split is not based on personal will. The possibility of the village and Uchiha coexisting is getting smaller and smaller.
After a long time, Shiranui Genma suddenly asked Gusugi Bushui strangely:
"You, the Fusagi family, want to step in and mediate the relationship between the village and the Uchiha family?"
"How can it be?"
The young governor couldn't help but laugh,
"What does this have to do with us? If the Uchiha family's reputation is slightly turbulent, the entire Konoha Village will be in pain. To be honest, if the Senju or the Uchiha tribe still hold the power of the Hokage, I will move against them. Thoughts on marriage..."
In one sentence, the biggest difference between Fushui Bushui and the Konoha ninja present was exposed.
When Konoha Village was first established, the arrogant Senju and Uchiha would not look down on a "flashy" family like the Furusugi family, and even the daimyo didn't pay much attention to them.
Nowadays, things are changing, ebb and flow, and there will always be times when we have to rely on external forces.
"Then you will be disappointed!"
Shiranui Genma pressed Furugi Bushui's shoulders and asked in a low voice,
"I heard that your daughter is in a ninja school. Maybe the next generation will have a chance to get married!"
"Come on!"
Gushan Bu Shui curled his lips.
"Some people don't want our Gusugi clan to stir up trouble in Konoha Village, but I have persisted for more than ten years and still can't be a Konoha ninja."
As the topic gradually deviated, everyone was no longer reserved. The Konoha ninja who was not supposed to drink during the mission also tried a little bit of the newly brewed fruit wine.
The three classmates who rarely tried it began to blur their eyes after they drank the wine without much fusel oil removal without hesitation.
"What lovely guys. I drink like this just to try out some new flavors and experience the alienation of perception. You are not drunken drinkers, so why are you trying so hard!"
After instructing the servants to send Shiranui Genma, Ebisu and Metkai to the guest room to rest, Kosugi Fusui cheered up, got rid of his half-drunk dejection, and found Uchiha Shisui who was eating meat and drinking juice. .
"I heard what you just said. I wonder what the young family governor has to say?"
There was no concealment in the first place. Gusugi Bushui wanted Uchiha Shisui to hear it. As long as he was still performing his mission, he would definitely not let go of any movement.
"Uchiha... actually don't have much interaction with our Gusugi clan. If you weren't on a mission, I'm afraid you wouldn't be able to communicate candidly with the outside world!"
"Although it is a bit regretful,...Uchiha still has too many problems that need to be solved. However, I am confident that I can overcome the difficulties?"
"you alone?"
"How will you know if you don't try?"
Uchiha Shisui smiled proudly. Sure enough, he was still the same tribesman with arrogant blood flowing in his body. Self-confidence was absolutely indispensable.
"Do you want to help us? With all due respect, the Uchiha family has no intention of marrying the young family governor, and there is no need to rely on forces outside the village to negotiate with the Sandaime..."
"I know!"
Uchiha Shisui's gorgeous display of contempt was still very obvious. Furugi Fusui said indifferently,
"If the Hyuga family doesn't set up any caged birds, we would be more willing to marry them. In fact, the Hyuga family seems to value the connection with the Fire Country more."
"Then what does the Young Master want to say?"
"Before I tell you what I think, I have a question that I want to clarify. That is, what is your Uchiha family's estimate of the worst outcome? Do you have a plan to deal with the crisis?"
"The clan secrets, please forgive me for not being able to comment!"
"All right!"
Gu Shan Bu Shui hesitated for a moment. He originally planned to expose the other party's trump card and lament the so-called strongest illusion - other gods could not turn the tide, but finally gave up after thinking about it.
Despite the fact that Uchiha Shisui is indeed a bright and cheerful guy, his stubbornness is also extraordinary. If the other party thinks that the existence of Furugi Bushui is a threat and conveniently uses illusions to control the young family governor, it will be bad.
In order to achieve his goal, he even planned to use the Mangekyō Sharingan eye technique on his compatriots. Gusugi Bushui did not think that he, an outsider, would let him show mercy.
"If...I mean if one day, you are destined to die, I can give you a chance to witness the consequences of your choices with your own eyes. Are you ready to accept it?"
