After the two kids went off to play, the adults chatted for a bit longer. At this moment, a clansman approached Seiryu and said, "Clan Leader, the Inuzuka Clan is here to visit."
"Seiryu, you guys go ahead and handle things. I'll take Genma and the others to look around," said Kakashi.
"Alright, you all just wander around as you like." Seiryu nodded, greeted Mikoto, and then went with Fugaku to the entrance.
When Seiryu and Fugaku arrived at the gate, the Inuzuka Clan Leader, Inuzuka Ago, and the Great Elder, Inuzuka Hone, had brought all their high-ranking members—special jonin and above. Seiryu shook hands with each of them.
"Ah, Clan Leader Seiryu, sorry to trouble you to welcome us in person," said Inuzuka Hone, who, despite being over seventy, wore a beaming smile as he shook Seiryu's hand.
"Elder Hone, you're from the generation that witnessed the founding of the village—you're my elder. How could I not come out to greet you?" Seiryu replied with a smile.
"Clan Leader Seiryu, you're too kind. I'm just an old bag of bones," Hone waved his hand. "By the way, Seiryu, has Kaze caused you any trouble lately? He insisted on joining the Police Division. I just worry he'd rely on connections and make things difficult for you."
"Not at all, Elder Hone. Kaze has been a huge help to me in the Police Division," Seiryu said.
"Seiryu, don't flatter him," Ago spoke up. "You know what he's like—he's got some talent, but he's rash. I hope you can be tolerant of him."
"Oh, don't worry, Clan Leader Ago. Kaze is quite diligent at work. Besides, the police dogs your clan donated last time have really helped lighten the workload for our members." Seiryu continued, "Actually, I have an idea I wanted to discuss with you."
"Please, go ahead," Ago said.
"It's like this—the police dogs your clan donated were vital in our recent investigation into the foreign spy inciting villagers to spread rumors. Considering we may expand the Police Division further, we're planning to order another batch of police dogs from your clan in the future."
"Oh, there's no need for that. Just let us know when you need more, and we'll donate another batch," Ago replied.
"That won't do," Seiryu said. "We can't let you foot the bill every time. How about this: the Police Division will set up a special department and allocate eighty million ryo per year. The Inuzuka Clan will be responsible for breeding a batch of ninken for us annually. What do you think?"
"This…" Ago was stunned by the number—not because it was too little, but because it was too much! Eighty million a year was more than their clan's net income after expenses, and they already had facilities and breeding stock for the dogs. How could it cost so much?
However, seeing Seiryu's smile, Ago understood: this eighty million wasn't really for the dogs, but a direct gift to their clan.
"What? Is it not enough?" Seiryu asked.
"No, no, it's more than enough. In fact, it's a bit too much," Ago quickly replied.
"Too much?" Seiryu said. "Everyone in the Police Division saw how well your dogs performed. They're all excellent partners. I might not know much about breeding, but surely it's expensive to raise such clever, brave dogs. I understand your clan's desire to contribute to the village, and you're a model of the Will of Fire, but the Police Division can't let our partners suffer a loss, either."
Now Ago finally understood why Kaze wouldn't stop praising Seiryu after just one mission together—this guy really was generous with his money.
At this moment, Aburame Shibi also arrived with his clan's members. Seeing Seiryu and Ago talking so happily, he was curious and asked, "What are you two discussing?"
"Clan Leader Shibi, you're just in time," Seiryu said after greeting the Aburame members.
"Er… do you need something?" Shibi asked.
"It's like this: the other day, I was chatting with Captain Shikai, and he mentioned your clan is developing a bug that can transmit what it sees via chakra back to its master's mind for remote surveillance, right?" Seiryu asked.
"Yes, we do have such a technique, but it's still in development and has many technical issues. Is there a problem?" Shibi asked.
"This technique has great potential. Ideally, I'd like to see it used in crowded areas all over the village, with Aburame ninjas monitoring. That would really reduce the Police Division's patrol burden," Seiryu said.
"Clan Leader Seiryu, this technique isn't mature yet, and the bugs still have many issues. I'm afraid it can't be used as widely as you suggest for now," Shibi replied.
"That's easy to fix," Seiryu said. "For a project that benefits the village and its people, the Police Division will fully support it. We'll invest eighty million ryo to sponsor your clan—how about it?"
"Uh?" Shibi was stunned by the number. For their borderline-major clan, all their businesses together didn't even bring in eighty million in pure profit.
Not just him—even Kakashi was shocked. Was the Uchiha really this rich? Not to mention one eighty million after another, the Police Division's current benefits were already well known among the village ninjas. Could the Uchiha really afford for Seiryu to throw money around like this?
After securing Seiryu's promise of an initial eighty million investment, with possible follow-ups, Shibi entered the banquet hall with the Inuzuka, his mind still buzzing.
With most guests now arrived, Kakashi came over, curious, "Where did you get so much money? The Uchiha shouldn't be this rich, right?"
Seiryu smiled mysteriously, "Want to know? Just keep an eye out for missions to the Land of Waves. Take one, and I'll teach you how to make money."
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