At this point, Sasuke and the others arrived at the shop, carrying a large sum of money.
Kakashi couldn't help but remind Sasuke again, "Sasuke, remember what to say."
Sasuke snorted coldly.
He was invincible now! He looked down on everyone, but he still held some respect for Kakashi, a Jonin.
"I know what to do. Just watch how I handle this."
Kakashi sighed, suddenly regretting letting Sasuke get so full of himself.
'Maybe... I should train Naruto to be his equal?'
'Forget it. Naruto's situation is different. Hokage-sama neither supports nor opposes his growth, so it's not my place to interfere.'
According to the customs of the great Ninja Villages, Jinchuriki are usually not allowed to grow too powerful, to prevent them from slipping out of control.
After all, the significance of the Jinchuriki and the Tailed Beasts in the Ninja Village is to maintain a balance between the Ninja Villages... and as weapons of war.
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At this moment, Yuto came downstairs to check on things and was surprised to see Sasuke holding a large stack of money.
A pleased expression spread across his face.
Before Yuto could speak, Sasuke took the lead, "I heard you treated me back in the Land of Waves. This is your payment. Consider us even."
Sasuke's face was cold. Although he wasn't as arrogant toward civilians as he was toward Ninjas, his attitude wasn't exactly friendly either.
But in Yuto's eyes, this wasn't the Sasuke he remembered. This was the Young Master Uchiha!
Yuto happily took the 5 million ryo from Sasuke's hands, but the system hesitated for a moment before displaying...
[Acquired 5,000,000 Ryo]
[Synchronizing Resource Quota - Synchronization Failed]
[Automatic System Synchronization - Synchronization Failed]
[System Update: Update Successful]
[Judgment: System determines this 5,000,000 Ryo as bribery currency, Synchronization Failed]
[System Update: Update Successful]
[Restriction: System restricts synchronization of ryo not earned through Host's Resource Quota Production]
[Restriction: Cannot Sell Gacha Items. If Detected, Synchronization Will Fail]
[Correction: Correction Complete]
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Yuto stared blankly at the series of messages popping up on the system interface, feeling a bit surprised...
'Wait... I always thought you were a dumb system. Turns out you have a brain after all?'
In fact, Yuto had actually considered using the items from the gacha to directly exchange with Ninjas for money, creating a win-win situation.
Yuto could get more ryo, and the Ninjas could quickly grow stronger.
However, this idea was just a thought, and before Yuto could put it into practice, the system had already caught on, which was unexpected.
Although it was a shame that a potential emergency money-making method was detected and blocked by the system, Yuto didn't complain.
---
Yuto continued to smile as he pocketed the money.
Although this money couldn't be used for gacha pulls or to increase his resource quota…
Yuto still had uses for money in the real world.
Besides, for a wealthy young master like Sasuke, this amount of money probably didn't mean much.
"Haha, I'll gladly accept this!"
Seeing Yuto take the cash, Sasuke felt like half of his plan had succeeded.
Then, Yuto smiled down at Sasuke, who only came up to his chest, "So? Is there something else? Do you want to thank me again?"
Sasuke spoke bluntly. "I was wondering if you could sell me those items. I'll buy them all."
Yuto chuckled and said, "That's not possible. You'll have to earn them through your own efforts, young man ~"
"Why? Don't you like money? Then why won't you sell them now?"
Yuto didn't explain, and just laughed, "I won't sell them, and I haven't thought of a reason to give you yet."
After being refused, Sasuke didn't press further and turned to leave.
This outcome wasn't unexpected for Kakashi.
"Sorry to bother you, Manager. With the Chunin Exams approaching, I think it's time to take these kids for some necessary training..."
"Not staying a bit longer? Well, take care then."
After they left the store, Sasuke asked in confusion, "Kakashi, why did he refuse? I could tell he really likes money."
Kakashi's expression was strange. He couldn't figure it out either, 'But given that Manager was someone of such immense power... it wasn't surprising that his actions were a bit odd. Totally normal.'
Kakashi didn't say more, instead addressing the three of them, "Next, I'll take you for special training to help you improve significantly before the exams."
"Oh, and Sasuke... remember to stay behind after training."
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Like Kakashi, as a seasoned Ninja, Zabuza couldn't understand Yuto's actions either, so he remained silent the entire time.
Moreover... after experiencing the powerful effects of those items, Zabuza's fighting spirit had been reignited. He wanted to grow stronger!
As long as he is strong enough, it might be possible for him to become the real Fifth Mizukage before Mei!
The path to strength through E-Sport was right before his eyes...
"Elder Genji, I hope you live a few more years. I want you to witness, in your lifetime, how the Demon of the Hidden Mist... becomes the Mizukage and shakes the Ninja World..."
Zabuza silently voiced his thoughts, his hands moving even faster as he overwhelmed his opponent.
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"Hmm... Haku, do you see that row of cabinets behind the counter? Take this money and stock them up with some supplies."
"Yes, Boss, what should I buy?"
Yuto thought for a moment, then casually said, "Drinks, instant noodles, famous liquors... anything like that. Don't go for the cheapest, but don't splurge either."
Hearing this, Haku took the money and left the shop.