Naruto: People are in Konoha, the system arrived 20 years earlier Chapter 175

Hayato didn’t act overly sensitive to Yahiko’s abnormality; after all, this was his initial plan.

He wanted to use this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the current situation of the Akatsuki organization.

After all, in his impression, the Akatsuki organization only existed during Nagato’s era.

Now, the Akatsuki organization hasn’t yet set the tone for making the world suffer.

Soon, the two walked together to the mission hall. Yahiko introduced,

“This is where our organization members usually come to accept missions, but generally, most of the missions here are委托 from other countries.”

Hayato understood this situation. After all, domestic委托 would definitely be prioritized for Amegakure to complete.

And the Akatsuki organization’s current situation was purely that of a mercenary group.

Most of them went to fulfill requests from countries without armed forces, though there were exceptions, of course.

Before long, Yahiko noticed Hayato frequently giving him curious glances, and he couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.

It seemed he still had to be direct; sincerity was the only ultimate move!

Having understood this, Yahiko turned to look at Hayato, “Hayato, actually, the reason I brought you here today is because there’s something I’d like to ask of you.”

Hayato’s gaze sharpened. Sure enough, the main point had arrived. However, he appreciated that Yahiko didn’t beat around the bush.

“Hmm, tell me.”

After a pause, reorganizing his words, Yahiko slowly began.

“It’s like this, you probably aren’t aware of the latest battle situation between Iwagakure and Konoha.”

Hayato raised an eyebrow. “Oh, that? You’d be surprised, I do know.”

With a thought, he understood Yahiko’s intention. It seemed he wanted to cooperate with Konoha.

From this perspective, Yahiko was quite intelligent.

Therefore, Hayato didn’t expose him but cooperated with Yahiko.

“Oh? Specifically?”

“Konoha won this war.” Yahiko said softly.

Hearing this, Hayato appropriately showed a surprised look.

“That’s great!”

“And then comes the crucial part. Konoha and Iwagakure have settled on a truce agreement this time, and Iwagakure has compensated Konoha with a large piece of land.”

At this point, Yahiko’s voice weakened slightly. To be honest, he still found it a bit hard to say.

But for the future development of the organization, he made up his mind and then bowed to Hayato.

Hayato was surprised. Why such a grand gesture all of a sudden? Although he had a rough guess as to what Yahiko would say.

“Hayato, could you please be a recommender and recommend our organization to Konohagakure? We have some cooperation we’d like to discuss.”

“We want to offer our services and take on the stabilization work for that land.”

Yahiko had struggled with this matter for a long time.

He understood that for Konoha, that piece of land was actually quite difficult to manage, especially since it was separated by their smaller countries.

The best way to handle it would be to contract it out.

Hayato showed a look of surprise as he gazed at Yahiko. Konan, standing beside him, was also very nervous.

This might be a crucial step in changing the current situation of their organization.

Currently, within the Land of Rain, development always faced some obstacles, such as Hanzo.

On the other side, Hayato inwardly sighed. It seemed the current Akatsuki organization was also not simple.

Regarding the battle report between Konoha and Iwagakure, he was able to obtain this information quickly due to remote communication methods.

But how did the Akatsuki organization get it? Had Zetsu already made contact with them?

On the other side, feeling Hayato’s silence, Yahiko was slightly disappointed.

It seemed he had failed.

“I’m sorry, I was being presumptuous.” Yahiko said, bowing slightly.

Yes, he was just a casual acquaintance. Why should he help them?

Hayato waved his hand, “I didn’t say I wouldn’t help. I just want to understand your specific demands clearly.”

Seeing the turn of events, joy appeared on Yahiko and Konan’s faces.

Yahiko then began to explain, “It’s like this, we plan to contract that land. While stabilizing local security, a portion of our organization’s profits would be used as our rental fee, paid to Konoha.”

Hearing this, Hayato frowned slightly. Isn’t this like trying to get something for nothing?

For something like this, Hiruzen could very well arrange for a clan to manage it, but the cost would also be higher.

It really depended on how Hiruzen chose: whether to outsource it directly or handle it internally.

The atmosphere fell silent again. Yahiko and Konan both remained quiet, waiting for Hayato’s final decision.

After a while, Hayato said softly.

“Actually, I suggest you change your method of cooperation.”

Yahiko heard this, somewhat puzzled, “Change the method?”

Hayato nodded slightly, “That’s right. You can lease that land from Konoha. Remember, it’s a lease, not a contract. Then, for stabilization, it would be the same as you originally planned, and if it’s managed well, you can then share profits with Konoha.”

Compared to their previous proposal where they wouldn’t pay anything, this situation would be more easily accepted.

Of course, Hayato was only offering a suggestion.

Yahiko carefully considered Hayato’s plan. Comparing the two, he indeed felt that his previous idea had been too naive.

Yes, why should Konoha just hand over land they fought so hard for to them to manage for free, and only receive income after they made a profit?

This was also influenced by their previous mercenary model.

There was no such thing as a free lunch.

After a moment, Yahiko looked at Hayato with a serious expression, “Then, if it’s according to the cooperation model you suggested, Hayato, are you willing to help us with the introduction?”

In response, Hayato slowly shook his head, “Yahiko, you’ve forgotten so quickly again.”

Yahiko’s expression froze. After thinking it over, he finally understood what Hayato meant.

Right, what would Hayato himself gain from this?

The conversation reached this point, and Hayato didn’t continue. Saying too much would seem too self-serving.

Moreover, Yahiko and the others didn’t necessarily need him to bridge the connection. Besides, they weren’t fully aware of his status yet.

They also had Jiraiya-sensei they could contact.

“You two think about it first. I’ll be here for the next few days.” After saying that, Hayato left the spot.

Yahiko and Konan exchanged glances.

“It seems I thought things were too simple.” Yahiko chuckled self-deprecatingly.

Konan slowly shook her head and consoled him, “Yahiko, it’s already amazing that you’ve achieved this much. If it were anyone else, they might not have done better than you.”

Yahiko let out a long sigh, “Let’s go back and discuss it with Nagato.”

After returning to his room, Hayato took out his communication device and sent a message to Hiruzen.

He still needed to first understand if Hiruzen had any arrangements for that land. If there were already arrangements, it would be difficult for him to agree to Yahiko and the others.

Otherwise, he might end up pleasing neither side.