"Since we're going to cooperate, there's no need for extraneous conditions."
Haruki caught the implication in The Third Kazekage's words, but he refused. "You don't have to do anything extra for me either."
The Third Kazekage looked hesitant.
The lack of additional requirements made him uncomfortable and gave him a sense of unreality.
Was there really such a kind - hearted ninja in this world?
Haruki didn't explain further. In the future, their interests would be intertwined. Even if he didn't say anything, Sunagakure would naturally help him.
This is far more clever than making any demands at this moment.
"I must warn you that what we're doing will definitely catch the attention of the Land of Wind Daimyo and the nobles. They might interfere then."
As Haruki spoke, he sized up The Third Kazekage.
In the original story, Sunagakure was hit by the Land of Wind Daimyo. The financial support was cut, and even the duties were given to ninjas from other villages.
In his opinion, it was a very strange thing.
Sunagakure had the powerful force to overthrow the Land of Wind, yet it was willing to be restricted.
The only explanation is the ninja code, or rather, the conservative mindset.
They took it for granted, so they didn't resist.
"This concerns Sunagakure. I won't allow anyone to interfere."
The Third Kazekage said firmly, then added, "On the premise that what you said really has such great potential."
Haruki nodded slightly.
It seemed that The Third Kazekage wasn't pedantic and had some courage.
Even if he was just trying to gain his trust, Haruki wasn't lying to him.
Agriculture, animal husbandry, mining, and fruit forestry.
The interests involved were too deep. He was afraid that the nobles of the Land of Wind wouldn't be able to resist.
"My cooperation with you can't be accomplished overnight. It must be carried out steadily. It's a long - term livelihood project spanning ten or twenty years," Haruki reminded.
"I understand." The Third Kazekage nodded. It was definitely difficult to achieve in a short time, but with a specific direction and a visible hope, there would be motivation.
"Let's discuss the cooperation model now." Haruki held up two fingers. "First, we'll handle everything on our own, and you provide the raw materials and support. Second, you handle it yourself, and we provide guidance."
"The second one." The Third Kazekage said without hesitation. After all, Haruki and his group were outsiders, and he couldn't trust them completely.
"Choosing the second option requires a large initial investment." Haruki shrugged. "Sunagakure might not have enough funds."
"We have our own ways." The Third Kazekage gritted his teeth. At worst, they could directly threaten the Land of Wind Daimyo to provide funds.
"I can provide you with money."
Haruki raised his eyebrows. He didn't expect The Third Kazekage to be so tough - minded, but he continued:
"You should be familiar with the concept of a money - lending house, but this isn't usury. I call it the Infrastructure Investment Bank. Your Sunagakure can also join. The purpose is to promote regional development and economic integration, and enhance cooperation among members, including interest - free loans, equity investment, and guarantees."
Although there were some parts he didn't quite understand, upon hearing about the interest - free loans, The Third Kazekage didn't refuse.
"What you said is very interesting. If the conditions are suitable, we're willing to become a member of it."
"I think you'll definitely be interested." Haruki smiled. "Let's continue to talk about how to carry out the second cooperation model. As I said, this is a long - term cooperation. To avoid termination due to personnel changes, the first thing you, Sunagakure Village, need to do is to establish a plan with a five - year cycle. No matter who the Kazekage is, they must abide by it."
The Third Kazekage looked at Haruki with a bit of confusion. He considered himself young and believed he could live for another ten or twenty years. Why only five years?
"A long time is prone to variables. Five years is easier to control."
Seeing his reaction, Haruki explained. He couldn't tell him that he would be assassinated in a few years and couldn't even be buried properly, but would become a Puppet instead.
"Alright, as you say." The Third Kazekage thought for a while and said.
The first five - year plan has a purpose. It is to initially establish the infrastructure and industrial scale.
Haruki gave a light cough and started to talk about his plan.
Two hours later, he summarized, "That's about it."
The Third Kazekage stared at him in astonishment.
What did he mean by "that's about it"?
He always felt that his three views had been shattered and reorganized several times within these short two hours.
Suddenly, he had an illusion that Haruki knew everything.
Not only him, but Chiyo and Ebizo also had the same feeling when facing the incomprehensible plan.
They were old. The new era no longer needed them.
Aoen Hyuga and Saori Hyuga from the Hyuga clan who came with them were shocked. They had remarkable business talents and knew better than anyone present how astonishing and profitable what Haruki said was.
"Where should we start?" The Third Kazekage came back to his senses and asked.
"To get rich, build roads first." Haruki said matter - of - factly. "Transportation is the prerequisite for everything, especially in the desert."
"This is difficult. The climate in the desert is really too bad." The Third Kazekage sighed.
"Subways." Haruki pointed to the ground. "According to my idea, use Earth Release ninjas to connect the oases in the Land of Wind, as well as the Land of Fire and Konoha Village, then lay the tracks and use trains for transportation."
Yes, there were trains in this world.
It saved Haruki a lot of trouble.
In the original story, it was mentioned that there were steam trains burning coal in the Land of Snow, and there were electric trams in Boruto's era.
"In addition, there are two special means of transportation, Space–Time Ninjutsu and the sand - controlling Flight of your Sunagakure Village. The railway is used for transporting bulk goods, while the special means of transportation are naturally for precious and urgent supplies. Of course, there are more than these three, like desert sleds."
"But won't the cost be too high?" The Third Kazekage thought and said. "There are hardly any ninjas in Sunagakure Village proficient in Earth Release. We need to hire from outside. And the ninjas who can use Space–Time Ninjutsu and sand - controlling Flight are even fewer."
"Toll fees." Haruki smiled. "Charge toll fees according to the value of the goods. We may not be able to recover the cost in a short time, but in the end, we definitely won't lose money."
The Third Kazekage nodded. This method is good, and once the railway is built, it can be used all the time.
You can establish a Ministry of Transportation to manage various forms of transportation, especially trains. Trains can not only transport supplies but also serve as a daily mode of transportation. You should broaden your horizons and consider the civilians and nobles in the Land of Wind.
Haruki then explained to them about the hard seats and sleepers on trains and how the fares were charged. He also suggested that they recruit civilians from the border regions as members of the Ministry of Transportation.
The construction of infrastructure often creates lots of jobs.
The daily maintenance and operation of trains and rail tracks can help those poor civilians survive.
The Third Kazekage and the others were totally shocked.
An idea kept popping up in their minds: Is it really possible to do it this way?
"I'll stay here for a while. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me."
Haruki said pointedly, "Stability is the prerequisite for economic development. Only a united Sunagakure, and even the entire Land of Wind, can achieve the desired results."
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