"So... Mr. Yoichi, why don't you say a few words."
Even though Uchiha Fugaku really disliked Uchiha Yoichi, he had to put on a gracious front as the clan leader before so many clan members.
However, the slash at the Security Team entrance last time was still etched in Uchiha Fugaku's mind.
"Then thank you, Clan Leader. As some of you may know, I've been handling some enterprises outside. The Uchiha Pharmaceutical Factory is already profitable, and there's a Ninja game soon to be released as well as a Combat Suit Research Factory."
Uchiha Yoichi spoke slowly and deliberately, his voice clearly reaching all the members.
While the ninja game and combat suit were unfamiliar, many had heard about the pharmaceutical factory, as ninjas also have a habit of reading newspapers.
The Uchiha Pharmaceutical Factory's advertisements had become somewhat annoying, with the first glance at the newspaper always displaying: "You are not healthy! For the sake of your body, hurry up and choose XXXX health supplements!"
It's said that Uchiha Yoichi made quite a bit of money, but no one knows the exact amount, though little jealousy exists within the clan.
"With so much money earned, simply keeping it does no good. So, after discussing with Elder Kenji, I've decided to take the money out and establish an Uchiha welfare system, allowing all clan members to share in its benefits."
"Currently, some clan members still go to work daily; while the earnings cover expenses, getting new clothes or long-term improving meals remains difficult. As an Uchiha member, this feels wrong to me."
"The Uchiha Race has nearly a thousand years of heritage, with ancestors from the era of the Six Paths Sage. We have survived countless wars and natural disasters, with a history far surpassing the Land of Fire. Yet some clan members still struggle for basic needs, waking early and rushing for livelihood; this isn't right!"
"Therefore, I've decided to use the profits to establish an Uchiha welfare system, providing thirty thousand ryo monthly to every non-ninja adult Uchiha, and ten thousand ryo to children under twelve."
"Genin of the Uchiha Race will receive a monthly allowance of one hundred thousand ryo, for improving life or purchasing ninja tools, explosive tags, etc."
"Chunin will receive five hundred thousand ryo monthly, while Jonin will receive one million ryo monthly."
"This welfare system is not designed for enjoyment but to ease the burden on some struggling clan members, allowing them to engage in missions for experience, or training, and to purchase more explosive tags and soldier pills to increase survival chances in war..."
Finally, Uchiha Yoichi added, "I believe our clan should have this; with our power, we deserve such treatment."
After Uchiha Yoichi finished, the secret chamber at Nankai Shrine fell silent, everyone somewhat shocked as they pondered the matters Yoichi just addressed.
Uchiha Fugaku listened throughout, subtly clenching his fists.
His immediate thought was of winning hearts, yet even contemplating this possibility couldn't allow him to voice opposition.
This initiative benefits everyone in the clan, even children, so how could he, as the clan leader, refute it? For what reason?
The three ninja prohibitions?
Uchiha Yoichi had just mentioned that welfare for the clan's ninjas is aimed at better training and accumulating experience, freeing them from money worries. Receiving welfare also enables purchasing ninja tools and explosive tags to enhance survival chances in battle.
Opposing this means wishing for clan members to perish in war?
Elder Kenji saw the reaction within the shrine hall and could not help but speak with a smile, "Everyone, after Mr. Yoichi proposed the Uchiha welfare system, it seemed there could be issues he hasn't noticed. This suggestion is presented here so everyone can discuss and propose improvements if they have dissatisfaction or suggestions."
The rarely-speaking Great Elder asked, "Mr. Yoichi, how long can this welfare system be maintained?"
"As long as there are no accidents, it will continue indefinitely. The pharmaceutical factory's profits can fully support the Uchiha welfare system, and I have other businesses as well, so there's no need to worry."
Uchiha Yoichi replied, and hearing these words, the Great Elder nodded and remained silent, unable to think of any reason to oppose.
"Everyone, including the clan leader, what are your thoughts on my welfare system proposal?"
Among those present were many from the Peace Faction, who did not favor Uchiha Yoichi.
But even with such aversion, faced with someone offering money to them, their family and friends, they couldn't find words to oppose.
"I support it; as Mr. Yoichi said, all this money used to buy explosive tags and soldier pills will greatly increase the survival chances of clan members on the battlefield."
"I support it too, well... because it's a good thing, there's no reason to oppose."
"I also support it..."
Those speaking now were the martial faction's Uchiha members. Once they finished, Uchiha Yoichi turned to look at Uchiha Fugaku and his faction members, asking:
"Clan Leader, and Senior Yashiro, what do you think of this proposal?"
"....."
Uchiha Fugaku noticed everyone's eyes turning toward him, slowly relaxing his clenched fist and said, "I have no objections; your proposal is very good for the clan."
Uchiha Yashiro saw Fugaku relent, knowing this matter couldn't be stopped. After pondering briefly, he said, "Mr. Yoichi, organizing so many individuals isn't easy. I believe it should be entrusted to the clan leader to..."