After being ridiculed mercilessly by Uchiha Tokumitsu, the clan leader Uchiha Sifang fled away in disgrace and full of complaints and resentments.
Although after Uchiha Tokumitsu's explanation, the Uchiha quartet also felt that it made sense, they still couldn't help but complain to the accompanying Jonin.
"No matter what, I am the leader of the Uchiha clan. Tokumitsu is too disrespectful to me!"
All the attendant Jonin were from the Uchiha clan, but at this time they did not know the details of the secret conversation between the two, so they just looked at each other, not knowing what to say.
Under the death gaze of the clan leader, the captain of the guard had to bite the bullet and responded: "What the Sifang clan leader said is true, but Lord Deguang has been independent and arbitrary since he was a child, and it is understandable that he has a more unruly temperament. I hope you don't have sex with him." I’m thinking about it…”
Originally, all the subordinates did not agree immediately, but Uchiha Quartet already felt that he could not bear it. The captain of the guard's words that seemed to be comforting but actually added fuel to the fire made him even more furious.
OK! Even my captain of the bodyguard is starting to favor Uchiha Tokimitsu!
However, after sulking for a while, Uchiha gradually calmed down, "I'm not a petty person, are you talking like that?"
All Uchiha factions immediately turned against each other and squirted at their attendants again.
All the attendant jounin have long been accustomed to the Uchiha's moodiness and disobedience. They just feel like a spring breeze blowing in their faces, and they don't take it seriously.
A few days later, the transfer documents from the Hokage Building arrived at Hatake Sakumo's Ninja Army Camp, and Uchiha Tokumitsu's prediction became a reality.
"...The deputy commander of the Mobile Force, Jonin Uchiha Tokumitsu, is hereby transferred to the position of commander of the Eastern Border Defense Force to take charge of the southeastern border affairs of the Land of Fire."
In Hatake Sakumo's Chinese army tent, Uchiha Tokumitsu read out his appointment document.
"Yes, congratulations Tokuguang-kun!"
Hatake Sakumo also had a smile on his face, "From now on, you will be the youngest guard in the ninja world!"
"It's funny. This matter is only possible because of the family's help and Shuo Maojun's full support."
Uchiha Demitsu said slightly reservedly.
To successfully win this position, Hatake Sakumo also contributed a lot.
Not to mention anything else, just letting Uchiha Tokumitsu reorganize the border troops on his own gave Uchiha Tokumitsu an advantage.
Even if the other jounin in the village were thoughtful, they would have to retreat and show courtesy in front of the alliance between Uchiha Tokumitsu and Hatake Sakumo.
The significance of the commander of the border forces is not only limited to the standing ninja army he controls, but more importantly, the financial and financial rights such as task arrangements, rewards and promotions in the border areas.
With the acquisition of this position, it also means that Uchiha Tokumitsu has officially become a member of Konoha's top management.
"Although the garrison commander of the border force must be permanently stationed outside, and there is a slight power gap with the heads of the village ministries, Deguang-kun is young after all, and there will be many opportunities to return to the village to serve in the future."
"It doesn't matter..."
Uchiha Tokumitsu didn't care about this at all. He didn't have the deep-rooted central plot of the Ninja Village like other Konoha ninjas. Compared to staying in the village and tensing up his nerves all year round to be on guard against open guns and hidden arrows, Uchiha Tokumitsu still felt comfortable. Feel free to control one side.
Moreover, his Mangekyou Sharingan has not been activated for a long time, and being away from Konoha headquarters, where there are many eyes and ears, can also allow him to think about training matters in peace; at the same time, it is also convenient to plan and deal with the third generation of water who is suspected to have been controlled by Uchiha Madara. film,
As for the various affairs and plans that the Uchiha clan planned to carry out in the village, Uchiha Tokumitsu only planned to control them from behind.
"But there is one more thing..."
Hatake Sakumo then handed over another document.
After taking it, Uchiha Tokko scanned it quickly and couldn't help but clicked his tongue.
This is a document about redefining the ownership of the command authority of mobile forces.
After Uchiha Tokumitsu was transferred to the border force garrison commander, he voluntarily resigned from the deputy command of the mobile force. Commander Hatake Sakumo also served as the jounin class monitor, so the Hokage Building followed suit and classified the mobile force as directly under the jounin class. The army no longer has the position of commander.
It seems to be an understatement, but in fact it has sinister intentions.
In this way, the ownership of power is transferred from Hatake Sakumo to the position of Jonin Class Leader. It seems that the command power remains unchanged, but if one day Hatake Sakumo loses the position of Jonin Class Leader, this move is A useful secret move in idle chess.
What Hatake Sakumo was worried about was naturally not the power issue of the mobile unit, but that Uchiha Tokumitsu would have opinions about it.
Among the combat jounin of the mobile force, they mainly rely on the Uchiha jounin brought by Uchiha Tokumitsu as absolute force support. Without the support of Uchiha Tokumitsu, the mobile force is just a meaningless ninja army designation.
"Cutting power invisibly... This is what Hokage-sama has done."
Uchiha Tokumitsu didn't take it seriously and just said with a smile: "It's just that he forgot that ninjas are not tools but living people with blood ties and bonds. Such a superficial alienation plan is really laughable."
Hatake Sakumo also breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this.
"But... the Uchiha jounin under the Mobile Force, I don't know if Tokumitsu-kun has other plans..."
"There is no need to mobilize them for the time being. Let them continue to assist Sakumo-kun."
Uchiha Tokumitsu smiled and said: "Besides, Sakumo-kun, you shouldn't be resigning from the position of Jonin squad leader so soon, right?"
"This won't happen..."
Hatake Sakumo's whole body relaxed. ,
Naturally, Uchiha Tokumitsu wouldn't have anything to worry about. After all, the Uchiha jounin in the mobile unit would all be members of the radical faction. There was no need to worry about them being bribed, so he might as well be more generous and allow his allies to return. Get some benefits.
"Orochimaru will return to the village this afternoon. After I stay here for a few more days, I will lead my troops back to the village..."
Hatake Sakumo thought for a while and added: "The defense area under the jurisdiction of the border troops has many affairs. I would like to ask Tokumitsu-kun to take more care of you..."
"Don't worry, Sakumo-kun! I don't dare to say it's perfect, but there won't be any trouble!"
Uchiha Tokko accepted it humbly and responded proudly.
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After Hatake Sakumo also led his troops back to Konoha, another half a month later, an uninvited guest came to the door with a secret letter and requested to start talks with Uchiha Tokumitsu.
"You are the messenger of Goju Yagura..."
In the Chinese army's tent, Uchiha Tokumitsu frowned and asked again.
"Yes, Lord Tokuguang!" The Kirigakure envoy said in a neither humble nor arrogant tone: "This is the sixth time you have asked this question."
Theoretically, border commanders from different forbearance villages bordering the defense zone will often have some contact with each other when they take office to enhance mutual trust between the border troops of both sides and try to resolve border conflicts and grudges between the two sides as much as possible. Prevent trivial conflicts from turning into disasters of war.
As a front-line commander, these are the basic skills that you should know and master.
Before returning to Konoha, Hatake Sakumo also shared a similar experience with Uchiha Tokumitsu.
It's just that...the content of Goji Yagura's unsolicited letter this time was a little strange.
"This kind of thing...can it be discussed in the letter?"
Uchiha Tokko asked, still puzzled.
"Lord Deguang, it's just a very ordinary border trade. It's a good thing for both you and me."
Kirigakure's messenger is also very patient.
"May I have your name?"
"I'm celebrating the birthday of Shimori. I'm Yagura's subordinate..."
"Wouldn't you Mizukage have any objections to such a large... trade volume?"
Uchiha Tokko continued to ask.
"Lord Tokumitsu, border trade is a good thing for exchanging what is needed, so naturally Lord Mizukage doesn't have to worry about it."
The messenger Rise Keiyuki said plausibly: "Furthermore, both the Minazuki family and the Kito family are involved, it's just Yagura-sama who is responsible for stepping forward..."
In addition to polite greetings, the biggest request in Goju Yagura's letter is the issue of developing tariff-free border trade between the two sides.
That is...commonly known as "smuggling".
"If I remember correctly, Konoha and Kirigakure should still be at war, right?"
Uchiha Tokumitsu returned the letter to the table, looked at Ribi Keiyuki and said, "Is this appropriate?"
"Lord Tokuguang, war is a matter for the village, and border trade is a matter for both you and us. There is no need to confuse the two..."
Risei Keiyuki bowed and replied: "Just like the relationship between the village and the ninja clan, everyone has their own needs. There is no need to pay too much attention to the side issues..."
"Tsk..."
Uchiha Tokko was also impressed by Kirigakure's bottom line flexibility.
In the letter, Goju Yagura also listed the required supplies one by one.
One of the items is 'Fresh Beef from the Land of Grass', and it is also marked with 'Ice Escape Ninjas can be dispatched to assist in freezing and preservation'...
The only thing related to armaments is the 'Uchiha special detonating talisman', which is also marked with 'no upper limit on the number of acquisitions'...
In addition, there are all kinds of luxury goods.
"Wen Tian Wuxi, the way to death..."
Uchiha Tokko also had a plan in mind.
"After all, this matter is of great importance. I still need to discuss it with the family."
Uchiha Tokumitsu tapped his fingers lightly on the table and said slowly: "But what can Kirigakure provide?"
"Lord Tokumitsu, the object of your transaction is not Kirigakure, but the alliance of ninja clans such as Goju, Oniden, and Minazuki..."
Lisheng Qingxing said seriously: "I am just a messenger. If you are interested, you can make an appointment to discuss it in detail. We can exchange information according to your needs."
If it weren't for Keiyuki Ribi's chakra fluctuations being relatively obvious, which could reach Chuunin level, Tokumitsu Uchiha would have thought that the person in front of him was a profiteer.
Uchiha Tokumitsu picked up a pen and sketched it on the letterhead, then handed it to Ribi Keiyuki.
"I can promise you these now."
In addition to the special detonating talisman produced by the Uchiha clan, Uchiha Tokumitsu basically agreed to all the other materials needed by Kirigakure as long as Uchiha Tokumitsu thought he could raise them.
"Thank you Lord Tokuguang for your support!"
Ribi Keiyuki bowed deeply, then took out a document from his arms and handed it to Uchiha Tokimitsu, "This is our purchase quotation, please take a look at it, Lord Tokko."
"You are so well prepared..."
Uchiha Tokumitsu took it casually, read it briefly and then put it down, "By the way, are the Oniden clan and the Minazuki clan planning to support Goju Yagura?"
Otherwise, the Oniden clan and the Minazuki clan are both Mizukage clans. They have a very prominent position in Kirigakure and are more powerful than the Uchiha. There is really no need to involve Goju Yagura, a small family background, in such a deal. characters.
Uchiha Tokumitsu's question seems casual, but it is also mixed with the psychedelic effect of Yin Escape Chakra. Although it has no direct control effect, it can also make the person who is cast the spell involuntarily tell the truth.
"I am humble and ignorant of this."
Li Shengqingxing replied respectfully.
"Yakura-sama can fight you and Sakumo-sama on the battlefield without losing. He is one of our most outstanding ninjas. Therefore, it is normal for the ninja clan to support Yagura-sama..."
Although I know I am flattering, these words are really good!
Moreover, he said it while being slightly confused by illusion, so the meaning is even more extraordinary.
The smile on Uchiha Tokko's face became even brighter.
"The first batch of Grass Country beef will be in ten days! The settlement at that time will be based on gold settlement first, and subsequent trade adjustments will be made!"
"In that case, let me take my leave first and return to the village to report the good news to you adults!"
Lisheng Qingxing's eyebrows were filled with joy, and he bowed and said, "But I don't know how much the first batch of beef transactions will be? I'd better prepare funds."
"Um……"
Uchiha Tokko looked at the quotation again, pondered for a moment, and then said slowly: "Let's prepare 10,000 gold coins first!"
"Sir Tokuguang is indeed a son of a wealthy family, his demeanor and spirit are just different!"
Risei Keiyuki smiled so hard that his molars were exposed, and he bowed repeatedly before saying goodbye.
When he received the messenger mission, Ribi Keiyuki never thought that this special border trade mission could go so smoothly!
After the formal contact and conversation, Ribi Keiyuki felt that Uchiha Tokumitsu was unexpectedly easy to talk to, which was completely different from the vicious image of Kirigakure's child crying at night in the legend.
After Risei Keiyuki left, Uchiha Tokumitsu once again picked up the purchase quotation from the Kirigakure ninja clan and looked at it carefully.
The reason why I didn't take a closer look just now was because I was afraid that I would lose my composure in front of the huge amount of money!
At this time, there was only one sentence in Uchiha Tokko's mind -
"Measure the material resources of the Kingdom of Grass and gain the joy of Kirigakure!"
If I dozed off, someone would immediately give me a pillow!
Uchiha Tokumitsu had just prepared his war bond opponents against the various ninja clans in Konoha, and Kirigakure immediately came over to do business with him. This was like sending money to his door!
In addition, judging from Ribi Keiyuki's words, the Kirigakure ninja clan seems to be dissatisfied with the contemporary Mizukage, and most likely they have decided to support Gotachibana Yagura in competing for the position of the fourth generation Mizukage.
Afterwards, Uchiha Tokumitsu quickly picked up a pen and paper and wrote letters to the Uchiha clan leader, the elder Setsuna, and the commander of the northwest border defense force stationed in the Land of Grass, Uchiha Kamon, to gain their support.
(End of chapter)
