Konoha: I’m Naruto’s Brother — Gilgamesh Chapter 63 63: Let the Fire Daimyō Wait for Death

"My King… these secret techniques have been passed down through our clans for generations. To simply hand them over to ordinary shinobi is a bit…"

The one who spoke was Shikaku Nara.

He had been fortunate.

He had not suffered any serious injuries, nor had he participated in the final battle.

In fact, the final ssage from Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado—the order for all shinobi to cease resisting—had been delivered through him.

Still, when facing Uzumaki Shuji, it was difficult for him to feel true reverence.

But after learning how many shinobi had died by the boy's hand, any thought of standing up to him vanished.

Shikaku's words caused the enthusiasm of the civilian shinobi to cool instantly.

Yet they quickly accepted reality.

Ordinary ninja and clan ninja had never stood on equal footing.

Most civilian shinobi were cannon fodder.

"Everything you possess belongs to the King. Do you understand?"

Uzumaki Shuji turned his gaze directly to Shikaku.

The pressure was so intense that Shikaku instinctively lowered his head.

His fists clenched in frustration.

But there was no thought of rebellion.

If they had not dared resist when the world was collapsing, who would dare oppose him now?

Hashirama Senju watched in silence.

He had not expected this child to be so overbearing even toward his own people.

At this rate, he thought, the empire might one day tear itself apart.

"The clans whose secret arts are selected for public release may each exchange them for any one forbidden technique from the Sealing Scroll, with the exception of Edo Tensei."

"Furthermore, once a clan exchanges for a forbidden technique, qualified mbers of that clan may learn it freely in the future."

"The exact approval standards will be discussed later."

"Does anyone object?"

The atmosphere shifted.

The clan heads were visibly moved.

Forbidden techniques were no less valuable than clan secret arts.

In many cases, they were worth even more.

And most of the clan techniques stored in the Sealing Scroll were only foundational versions.

For example, the Yamanaka, Akimichi, and Nara clans had only basic techniques such as Mind Body Switch, Partial Expansion, and Shadow Possession recorded there.

Their true core secrets remained exclusive.

Trading a foundational technique for a forbidden jutsu?

That was an excellent deal.

"My King, does this include the Flying Thunder God Technique?"

Soone could not help asking.

The technique that had made Minato Namikaze famous throughout the world.

Many present coveted it.

"Yes."

"Multiple Shadow Clone Technique, Tandem Paper Bombs, Spirit Transformation Technique, the Eight Gates, Dead Demon Consuming Seal, and Reverse Four Symbols Sealing are all classified as forbidden techniques."

"As for techniques such as Flying Thunder God, while not technically forbidden, they will be treated at the sa level."

"You may exchange for only one."

"Whether you can actually master it is your own concern."

Uzumaki Shuji's explanation settled the matter.

There were many techniques that were not officially forbidden, but whose value was extraordinary.

The Uzumaki sealing arts.

The Rasengan.

And many techniques developed by Orochimaru.

The clan heads fell silent.

"Civilian shinobi may also exchange contribution points for these techniques."

"The requirents will be higher, but once they are t, access will be guaranteed."

"Planting crops is our highest priority."

"Any shinobi without urgent duties will participate."

"Hiashi Hyuga."

"I want the Hyuga clan to study mineral exploration and begin locating and developing mines around Konoha."

Uzumaki Shuji continued issuing order after order.

No one could do anything but obey.

Within ten minutes, he had outlined all major policies.

In the past, Konoha had been purely a military settlent.

There had been no large-scale farming or mining.

The reason was simple: the Fire Daimyō would never allow it.

If Konoha beca self-sufficient, what need would it have for the Land of Fire?

By controlling food and supplies, the daimyō had kept Konoha dependent and obedient.

Shikaku raised another question.

"My King, how should we handle the Land of Fire?"

Uzumaki Shuji answered without hesitation.

"Let the Fire Daimyō wait for death."

The room fell silent.

"For now, food production is insufficient."

"We farm first."

"Once we have enough grain, we move."

"My goal is the entire shinobi world."

"Not this patch of land."

"Until then, any excess manpower will push southeast."

"We will reclaim the territory of the forr Land of Whirlpools and secure a seaport."

No one voiced an objection.

Many privately thought that their king was extraordinarily ambitious.

"The first priority is farming."

"If anyone finds the work too troubleso, seek assistance from him."

Uzumaki Shuji pointed toward Hashirama.

No one missed the aning.

With Wood Release, Hashirama was a one-man agricultural miracle.

"Today's eting is adjourned."

"In five days, the final administrative appointnts for the Empire of Uruk will be announced."

With that, Uzumaki Shuji stood.

The figure seated before them dissolved into smoke.

It had been only a shadow clone.

His true body remained near Naruto at all tis.

Naruto was still his only real weakness.

For a mont, everyone sat in silence.

Then Shikaku sighed.

"Then let us begin by assigning teams to agricultural work."

"No objections?"

No one spoke.

Fugaku Uchiha, having received no new assignnt, simply resud responsibility for the police force.

Human society was surprisingly resilient.

Because the transition of power had been relatively orderly, daily life had not collapsed.

Most people simply felt uncertain about the future.

But life continued.

As for Uzumaki Shuji, he devoted himself to training.

Now he could do so openly.

His primary focus was chakra refinent.

Second was swordsmanship.

The Sealing Scroll contained nurous kenjutsu styles, including those of the Hatake clan.

Learning ninjutsu ca easily to him.

Years of mana control training had given him exceptional precision.

Taijutsu, however, remained his weakest area.

That was why he trained tirelessly with the sword.

"Gather the treasures of this world."

"Expand my territory."

"Increase my subjects."

Reviewing the latest intelligence, Uzumaki Shuji ca to a conclusion.

At present, only the masked man—Obito Uchiha—posed a real threat.

Other than him, it would take another alliance of the Five Great Nations to seriously endanger Uruk.

And with the founding of the Empire of Uruk, the first war was all but certain.

The Land of Fire would never accept its existence quietly.

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