The Days of Being the Richest Man in the Ninja World

Chapter 23. Just Call Me Dad

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You may think you're profiting, but I never take a loss—that's the principle of business. 

If the timing were right, I'd have even advertised this on the Chunin exam grounds. 

Unfortunately, there's still some time before the Chunin Exams, so it's too late for that. 

Once the first Yuto BBQ is successfully established and meets the sales target, I'll be able to activate this Yuto BBQ's module and use the current earnings to open branches elsewhere. 

The first Yuto BBQ needs to reach an opening revenue of 80 million ryo, which means at least eighty more customers like Jiraiya are required. 

And no cheating allowed.

For instance, using my own money to have others spend here won't work! The system has its own algorithm that can detect such tricks. I don't know exactly how it works, but it's impossible to fool. 

…

Time passed little by little.

In the blink of an eye, it was already the second day—opening day.

At the entrance, the Yuto BBQ was decorated with red ribbons and a custom-made red archway. Early in the morning, people were already lining up to claim the perks offered to the first hundred customers.

Dressed in formal wear with a bit of hair gel, Uchiha Yuto stood at the door.

This was his second business opening in Konoha, and he couldn't help but feel a bit nostalgic.

The first time was the bubble tea shop, but back then, he was shunned after being expelled from the Uchiha clan, and the shop's potential was underestimated. He had to wait patiently until the tea shop's minimum sales target was reached.

Starting a business isn't easy!

But now, he's wealthy.

Every major clan now shows him respect. Since he's been expelled from the Uchiha clan and is no longer a ninja, befriending him wouldn't arouse suspicion among the higher-ups.

For instance, a Byakugan-wielding man was approaching with a white-eyed girl by his side.

It was Hyuga Hiashi, head of the Hyuga clan, and father of the future crown princess.

Yuto glanced at the stoic Suzune standing beside him in formal wear and then at Hiashi coming toward him, bursting out in laughter, "Come in! Welcome, Hyuga Clan Leader!"

As a businessman, he had to have that business charm. It's no longer like the old days in of his era, where the fiercer the insults, the more popular a store would become.

It was so popular that normal people couldn't understand why so many people were looking for trouble.

Were they masochists?

Getting berated, then cheerfully exclaiming, "The owner's so direct, I love it!"

Isn't that just odd?

Here, insulting customers would likely earn a good beating from the ninjas, and the business would shut down the next day.

When Hyuga Hiashi saw Uchiha Yuto, he pulled a smile onto his usually stoic face, signaling for an attendant to bring out a flower basket with a congratulatory message!

"Congratulations, Boss Yuto," Hiashi said with a slight smile, nodding in his clan's traditional attire.

"Thank you!" Yuto gestured for him to enter. After watching Hiashi and his wife go inside, he sighed with feeling. "Respect really is a two-way street."

He figured Hiashi was grateful for the wedding gift he sent via Suzune at Hiashi's ceremony.

It wasn't anything extravagant, just a little money, but it seems he appreciated it.

Next came the branch family of the Hyuga clan—Suzune's older brother, who seemed to get along better with her. Hyuga Hizashi was a gentle person, so after exchanging a few words, Yuto arranged for them to sit at a more secluded table for a more relaxed meal.

The division between the Hyuga clan's main and branch families… is such a mess.

Compared to that…

Apart from the abundance of psychopaths who would wipe out the entire clan over a disagreement, the Uchiha clan really isn't so bad. At least those who awaken their Sharingan are acknowledged as true Uchihas, and even those who don't can still live within the clan.

Although he said he could handle things and intended to let Suzune go over to join her brother, she declined, staying with him to welcome guests.

Time kept slipping by.

Representatives from each major clan arrived one by one, and each addressed him with a respectful, "Boss Yuto."

The guests were having a great time.

Well, what can you do? Uchiha Yuto has connections all over!

Next, even Jiraiya arrived, laughing heartily as he congratulated him with a "Congratulations!" and headed inside.

Then, young Asuma and his friends, along with some team leaders, dropped by to take advantage of the grand opening event.

Unfortunately…

Minato's team hadn't returned from their mission, so he didn't get to see them.

Meanwhile, business had begun inside, with many customers seated and grilling away. Fresh meat sizzled on the charcoal, and soon the aroma of grilled meat filled the air.

Products backed by the system are always top-notch.

Not only did they enhance ingredients, but there was a cooking boost, too. Here, even amateurs could grill tasty barbecue using the system's secret sauce.

He'd also arranged for "professional" grill masters to be on standby, so any customers who needed help could get free grilling assistance. They had trained for a week and were now more than capable.

Everything was progressing smoothly, and the sales were rising fast.

At that moment…

A familiar family of three—no, four—came over.

There was his brother, his sister-in-law, his nephew, and… who was this fine-featured kid staring at him with such admiration?

"It's Uchiha Shisui," Mikoto, seeming to sense Yuto's confusion, explained with a smile. "Many in the clan think he resembles you! He has great talent and, like you, loves reading. When we saw him, we invited him with us."

"…"

So, it's you—the future traitor! Even though it was Danzo who stole your eye, what on earth did you tell Itachi? Instead of taking revenge on your enemy, you turned against your own family, claiming, "The Uchiha clan is hopeless!"

What a betrayal! Like having your phone stolen, only to not report it or catch the thief, then sneaking home to steal your parents' hard-earned money and cursing them for being poor.

Such a lack of conscience!

Uchiha Yuto's mouth twitched as he looked at the starry-eyed Uchiha Shisui, who seemed genuinely excited to meet him.

What's going on?

Is he trying to learn business from me?

"Yuto-senpai, I've read your books, Konoha Youth Speaks, My Konoha, My Hokage, What is the Will of Fire, and The Persistence of the Will of Fire. Every time I read them, I gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Will of Fire!" Shisui said with admiration. "You're truly remarkable, Senpai. That profound Will of Fire is inspiring! Though, I must say, the essay On the Nobility of the Third Hokage and the Elegance of the Hokage's Wife didn't seem to capture your style quite as well. It felt a bit forced."

"…"

Kid, you're on the wrong path.

That essay was the most important one—the others were just fluff.

Seeing Shisui's reverent gaze and the hint of pride on Fugaku's expressionless face, Yuto sighed, looked down seriously at Uchiha Shisui, and, with a deep, heartfelt tone, said, "Kid, right now you have the chance to become the wealthiest in the ninja world. All you have to do is call me… Dad—"

Before he could finish, Fugaku's face darkened. "Enough!" he barked, then turned and walked inside with his wife and child.

His foolish younger brother really made him want to hit him more and more!

Yuto watched them walk away, sighed, and muttered, "The road ahead is long and arduous!"

Afterwards, he seemed oblivious to Suzune's odd look as he turned back toward the entrance.

Only to pause in surprise.

An elderly man bearing the Uchiha clan's crest on his cane, alongside an old lady dressed in Hyuga family attire, was slowly making their way over.

"…???"

Why is the Chief Elder here too?