This ninja in Naruto is unscientific

Chapter 223 The God of Medicine?

"Nishikawa-kun, is this the Akatsuki leader you mentioned?"

Inside a side hall of the Daimyo's residence, the Daimyo of the Land of Fire held a teacup, observing with interest the young man before him who appeared somewhat reserved yet had clear eyes.

Yahiko arrived around the same time as the construction team, but was delayed because of the appearance of wandering ninjas in a village under Akatsuki's jurisdiction, which is why the construction team set off first.

He had specially changed into a formal suit today. Although he still felt a little awkward, he tried his best to straighten his back and bow like Nishikawa Tetsu.

"Yahiko, leader of the Akatsuki organization in the Land of Rain, greets Your Excellency, Daimyo of the Land of Fire."

No need for formalities.

The lord waved his hand and pointed to the palace exterior wall that was being renovated outside the window.

"These past few days, your construction team has been all the rage in the capital. I've heard your team is extremely efficient and skilled? You even managed to reinforce that centuries-old observatory without damaging its original appearance?"

This is what Nishikawa Tetsu told the daimyo; in fact, Akatsuki's engineering team does now have this capability.

"Yes, Your Excellency."

When talking about his professional field, Yahiko's confidence instantly returned.

"We've adopted the latest chakra reinforcement technology, combined with special building materials, which not only restores the building to its original state but also increases its earthquake resistance several times over, and more..."

Yahiko glanced at Nishikawa Toru beside him, and after receiving an encouraging look, continued:

"Moreover, our prices are fair, and we never cut corners. Our goal is to build long-term partnerships, not just one-off transactions."

"Haha! Great! I like honest people!"

The daimyo laughed heartily, clearly pleased with Yahiko's honesty.

"Nishikawa-kun told me that your Akatsuki organization has done a lot of good things in the Land of Rain, such as building roads, facilitating trade, and providing relief to disaster victims. Such a responsible organization is trustworthy."

"Although I don't like dealing with NGOs, since Mr. Nishikawa vouches for me..."

The daimyo immediately approved the order: "Pass down the order that all subsequent renovations of the daimyo's residence, including the expansion of the villa, will be handled by the Akatsuki's construction team!"

"Furthermore, I heard you're also considering setting up an office in the capital?"

"Yes, mainly to facilitate the transit of goods and trade." Yahiko was delighted.

"Granted!"

The daimyo waved his fan: "I'll allocate you a plot of land near the State Grid headquarters, with the rent halved! From now on, trade between the Land of Fire and the Land of Rain will depend on you facilitating it!"

In the eyes of the daimyo, as long as export trade is possible, it makes no difference whether he cooperates with Hanzo or Yahiko.

"Thank you, Your Excellency!"

Yahiko was so excited that he almost couldn't control his expression and bowed deeply.

This is official endorsement! With this connection, Akatsuki's position in the Land of Rain will be even more secure. If that old bastard Hanzo wants to touch them again, he'll have to think twice about the Land of Fire's attitude.

Yahiko pondered to himself that the Akatsuki organization was growing stronger and stronger, and the time for him to take its place was not far off.

……

As he walked out of the Daimyo's residence, Yahiko let out a long sigh of relief, feeling that his back was completely soaked.

"Phew... Dealing with such important figures is more tiring than going up against Hanzo."

Yahiko wiped his sweat, unbuttoned his collar, and looked relieved.

"You're tired already?"

Nishikawa Tetsu patted his shoulder and grinned mischievously:

"This is just the first stop. Next up is the Chancellor of the Exchequer's tea party, the Prime Minister's dinner, and... the Capital Chamber of Commerce's networking reception."

"Ah?!" Yahiko cried out in pain. "More to drink? I'm still drunk from last night!"

He had just arrived in the capital yesterday when Nishikawa Tetsu pulled him aside to introduce himself to various princes and nobles.

"This is called socializing, don't you understand?"

Nishikawa Tetsu earnestly advised, "To gain a foothold in the capital, skills alone are not enough; you also need connections. You're here representing not only the Akatsuki, but also the face of the Land of Rain. The better you perform, the better things will be for the Land of Rain."

Upon hearing about the Land of Rain, Yahiko gritted his teeth, his eyes hardening again. He understood all these principles, but he was just complaining.

"I'll give it my all! The worst that can happen is I'll drink myself to death! As long as everyone can live a better life, I'll drink my own foot bath water!"

"Don't make it sound so disgusting..." Nishikawa Tetsu moved away from him in disgust. "Forget about the foot bath water, but the alcohol tonight was indeed quite strong."

Back at the office, Nishikawa Tetsu introduced Yahiko to Nara Shikamori and Yakushi Nonou, who had just returned from a busy day.

"This is Yahiko, the leader of the Akatsuki organization in the Land of Rain. Of course, for you, he has an even more important identity—"

Nishikawa Tetsu paused, lowered his voice, and said mysteriously:

"He is currently the largest antibiotic manufacturer and supplier in the ninja world."

After several years of research and development, the Akatsuki organization now has more than just penicillin as an antibiotic.

"Huh?" ×2

After a brief gasp of surprise.

"Mr. Yahiko, I've never had the chance to thank you in person."

The pharmacist smiled gratefully: "If it weren't for you consistently providing antibiotics to the orphanage at cost price, those children... probably wouldn't have survived that difficult period."

Yahiko scratched his head, his face slightly flushed: "Miss Nono is too kind. I'm an orphan too, so I know what that feels like. Besides, Tetsu told me that this is a channel you secured for us in Konoha, so it's mutually beneficial."

"No, your kindness is more precious than any benefit," Nono said earnestly. "The children in the orphanage will remember your kindness. If Akatsuki needs anything in Konoha in the future, please be sure to tell me."

Yahiko felt a warmth in his heart when he looked into Nono's sincere eyes.

Still in shock, Nara Shikamori's eyes were fixed on Yahiko, and he was so excited that he even used honorifics.

"Are you the legendary 'Medicine God' who monopolized the antibiotic market in neighboring countries?"

As the largest pharmaceutical merchant in Konoha and even the Land of Fire, the Nara clan had long coveted this "miracle drug" that had suddenly appeared, was highly effective, and had amazing profits.

Although they also have their own sources of medicinal materials, the high-purity antibiotic extraction technology has always been a core secret of the Akatsuki organization.

The Nara family had tried to contact them several times through the black market, but they were unable to reach a large-scale, long-term cooperation agreement because the middlemen made huge profits.

"Uh... I wouldn't dare call myself a medicine god, I'm just trying to make a living."

Feeling a chill run down his spine as he was stared at with such intense gaze by a man a full twelve years his senior, Yahiko awkwardly scratched his head.

"Yahiko-dono!"

Shikamori rushed forward and tightly grasped Yahiko's hand, as if they were long-lost brothers.

"Our Nara clan possesses the most comprehensive pharmacy network and antler transport fleet in the Land of Fire. If you are willing to grant us the exclusive agency rights for the Land of Fire..."

"I only charge 20% of the distribution fee, no, 15%! And we'll handle all the packaging and distribution; you just need to count your money in the Land of Rain!"

"This..." Yahiko was stunned and subconsciously looked at Nishikawa Tetsu.

Nishikawa Tetsu nodded slightly, indicating that the deal could be done.

"Um... if it's Che's friend, of course it's no problem." Yahiko readily agreed.

"Great!" Lu Shou clenched his fist excitedly. "I'll draft the contract in a bit! Now the elders in the family should shut up!"

"And me too."

The pharmacist, Nono, who was standing next to him, also adjusted her glasses.

"Mr. Yahiko, my beauty salon also needs a large quantity of antibiotics for post-operative recovery. And... the orphanage also hopes to purchase a batch of medicines at cost price."

"As for orphanages, I can provide part of them for free."

Upon hearing about the orphanage, Yahiko's eyes softened. As a fellow war orphan, he couldn't bear to see children suffer.

"As for the beauty salon..." Yahiko looked at Nishikawa Toru, "...can it make money?"

"Believe me, that's a huge profit," Nishikawa Tetsu said confidently.

"Then it's a pleasure to cooperate!"

The three hands clasped together.