"Sorry, Senior Yashiro, I still need the surplus money from the medicine factory. My Summoned Beast has a big appetite, and there are some other expenses..."
Uchiha Yoichi interrupted, almost saying outright that this money was his and questioning why the Clan Leader should get involved.
If he doesn't give the money, even ten Clan Leaders wouldn't help!
"If Senior Yashiro thinks I might make mistakes, it's fine for the Clan Leader to supervise, but the Clan Leader is so busy, there might be scheduling conflicts..."
Uchiha Fugaku suddenly had an idea, then said, "Supervision isn't necessary. I believe Mr. Yoichi is wholeheartedly devoted to our clan, but this matter involves all clansmen, and many of them are women. Why not let my wife help out? This way, the matter can be promoted more effectively..."
Uchiha Yashiro clearly wanted him to get involved just now, but with Uchiha Yoichi's character, he certainly wouldn't let him participate.
If that's the case, better to let his wife join in, using the excuse of representing the women of the clan, which can somewhat represent him, the Clan Leader.
Uchiha Kenji understood the Clan Leader's plan after hearing Fugaku's words, so he said to support Uchiha Yoichi, "Clan Leader, if I remember correctly, Mikota still has to take care of Itachi, right?"
Fugaku said, "Itachi is already a year old, Mikota will handle it well."
Uchiha Yashiro chimed in, "It's good to have Ms. Mikota help."
"About this matter...."
"This works, let's do it this way."
Uchiha Yoichi spoke, giving Uchiha Kenji a reassuring look.
They don't understand the control of capital's discourse power. No matter how many people they put in, they're still working for Uchiha Yoichi.
Seeing Uchiha Yoichi agree, Uchiha Fugaku felt like he had won a point back, so he said, "Then this matter is settled. I'll have Mikota come to discuss it with you tomorrow, Mr. Yoichi. Is there anything else?"
"There is one more thing."
Uchiha Yoichi did not relent, continuing, "Clan Leader, two Elders, my other Combat Suit Research Factory has also made significant progress. The developed combat suits have five times the defense of the Ninja Suit.
Taking this opportunity, I want to expand the Uchiha Race's military business. Of course, the new combat suits will prioritize supplying our own ninjas."
After a year of research, despite having a complete manufacturing book, due to lack of materials, a perfect Saiyan Battle Armor couldn't be produced.
However, there are quite a few unique materials in the Ninja World. The Combat Suit Research Factory found some spider silk and silk threads in the Ninja World, and when these two threads combine, they produce strong toughness.
After compressing and manufacturing them into combat suits with Saiyan Battle Suit craftsmanship, a new combat suit can be created.
Although it's not identical to the original, this is the best choice available in the Ninja World; moreover, the Spider Race has a clan leader, a big spider four or five meters in size, which Uchiha Yoichi had taken down and signed a Summoning Contract with.
"Clan Leader, I don't think Mr. Yoichi's proposal is problematic."
The Great Elder was the one who spoke, which surprised Uchiha Fugaku and others. In recent clan meetings, the Great Elder basically acted like a mascot, never voicing any opinions, so today was a first.
However, the Great Elder had his considerations. The other party contributes over 260 million ryo every month and lets the Clan Leader's wife participate. Now, wanting to move into the military business also seeks to benefit the clansmen.
Although they don't know what the combat suit is, since it was mentioned, it will certainly be presented.
Blocking now would be inappropriate, even the Peace Faction clansmen would feel the Clan Leader was excessive.
Uchiha Fugaku was still processing everything but seeing Uchiha Yashiro nodding slightly, he said, "Alright, from now on, you, Mr. Yoichi, will be in charge of the clan's military arms business."
After finalizing this item, Uchiha Fugaku mentioned that the Security Team should bolster patrols to prevent espionage from outside the village. Seeing Uchiha Yoichi had no more to say, he dismissed the clan meeting.
After the clan meeting was dismissed,
Uchiha Kenji called Uchiha Yoichi over to a secluded spot to ask, "Yoichi, why let Fugaku's wife get involved?"
"Elder Kenji, I'm very clear about what the Clan Leader thinks, but they misunderstood from the start; the Uchiha welfare system was my idea, and it was my money, even if they involved ten Clan Leader's wives, it wouldn't matter, Uchiha Mikota is just a helper."
Solving this problem isn't hard, just write his name on the disbursements, noting "a gift from Uchiha Yoichi" or something like that.
Over time, all clansmen will regard Uchiha Mikota as nothing more than a runner.
"If you're confident, then there's no problem, but how do you plan to handle the military arms business?"
Uchiha Yoichi said, "First, have Tokugawa take over all the business, then focus on stockpiling and expansion. War is approaching, and previous preparations are far from enough."
Uchiha Tokugawa is in charge of the Combat Suit Research Factory, and he was the one who found and contracted the Summoning Spider.
"If that's the case, then I'll leave the coming matters to you. If you need anything, you can find me."
After saying this, Uchiha Kenji patted his waist and laughed, "Getting old, feeling tired after attending a clan meeting, I'll leave the future of Uchiha to you young folks."
"How could that be, the clan still needs you, Elder Kenji."
Uchiha Yoichi smiled, and as it was getting late, they parted ways and headed home.
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"Fugaku, you're back, why so late today?"
Uchiha Mikota heard the door and quickly greeted her husband, though she noticed the less-than-pleased look on his face.
"The clan meeting didn't go smoothly?"
Uchiha Fugaku said, "Mikota, there's something I need to tell you. Is Itachi asleep?"
"Yes, he's asleep."
Uchiha Mikota curiously asked, "Tell me? Fugaku, what happened?"
"Let's talk inside."
Uchiha Fugaku recounted the events of the clan meeting once back inside, concluding with a solemn expression, "Mikota, I'm entrusting you with this matter."
"In that case, what about Itachi?"
Uchiha Mikota wanted to assist her husband but was attached to her son, after all, he was only a year old.
"Find someone attentive to care for Itachi; he's such a good child, and we'll try to come back home early whenever possible."
Uchiha Fugaku had considered this beforehand, believing that since Itachi had already turned one, hiring someone for care wouldn't be too difficult.
"Alright, I'll try, Fugaku, what should I do?"
"You'll follow Uchiha Yoichi, ensuring he doesn't win over the clansmen. His gesture this time is too grand, almost inconsiderately spending around 260 million ryo a month..."
Were it not for such a sizable sum, Uchiha Fugaku wouldn't be so concerned. It was his first time realizing how potent money could be.
"Just make sure the clan knows you're present without necessarily following him all the time; only accompany him during activities related to this matter. Mikota, I know you don't like him, but I ask you to help me."
"I understand, Fugaku, there's no need for that, I'm your wife."
Uchiha Mikota quickly said, with a gentle smile on her face.
Simultaneously, she motivated herself internally, promising to give her best for Fugaku and the family.
However, recalling that person, Uchiha Mikota experienced complex emotions. Saying she hated him might truly be fitting, especially after being humiliated using her gift box in front of the Ryota House last time.
But whenever reflecting on it, Uchiha Mikota couldn't help but remember that day when she first saw that young man's robust figure at home...
Even lying in bed late at night, Uchiha Mikota couldn't comprehend why she could visualize the other party's bare body?