So, he had to quickly break through to the Six Paths level. Ōtsutsuki Isshiki's strength was definitely at the Six Paths level; after all, even Ōtsutsuki Kaguya was merely his subordinate.
Even in his current body of Jigen, which only allowed him three days of full power, Torifu wouldn't be able to survive against him.
'I still need to focus on increasing my strength. Even after becoming a Kage-level peak, there is still the constant risk of losing one's life in this crisis-ridden ninja world.'
Torifu's handling of this Chaos event could be said to be quite perfect. There were no mistakes in either the first or the second mission.
Therefore, the rewards should be much more generous.
The Kazekage and the Tsuchikage were incredibly excited in their hearts. Their fight had successfully won a future peace that could last for over a decade.
Although the two of them hadn't contributed much, this didn't stop them from being happy.
"This is wonderful! The ninja world is finally peaceful again."
The cost of this peace was considerable. The native population of Amegakure was almost wiped out, totaling tens of thousands of people.
Although the three ninja villages had not suffered any substantial physical damage, the funds invested in preparation for the war were very real.
This huge sum of money could have elevated the entire village if it had been invested in its development.
But regardless, the war was ultimately won, and the efforts of countless ninja over many days of fighting had secured this victory.
"What's the plan now? Should we head back to the Center City?" the Kazekage asked Torifu. He now completely admired Torifu and willingly lowered his demeanor.
Torifu looked around at everything before nodding. "Yes, let's go back and tell the villagers the good news, to stop them from worrying."
He originally wanted to check what kind of mischief Blaze was up to underground, but now the area had become a huge deep pit, and everything was gone.
Torifu didn't know where to look, and it was even possible that whatever it was had been destroyed by the explosion.
So, he decided to stop searching and head straight back to the village to reunite with Naori.
"Great, let's leave immediately. It's still early, so we might even be able to hold a banquet this afternoon."
Torifu and the others arrived here early this morning, and the battle only lasted about an hour.
If they moved quickly, they could even make it back for lunch.
The three said no more and immediately set off back to the Center City. After the battle, they would briefly gather and then return to their respective villages.
Without any major event or holiday, they likely wouldn't see each other again.
Having just experienced a major battle, all three were physically exhausted, and since it was still early, they weren't in too much of a hurry and walked slowly.
The clouds that had been dispersed by the fighting were now gradually beginning to gather again, and a light rain started to fall.
"It looks like the Land of Earth will have a large lake now, Tsuchikage. You could try starting an aquaculture business here; it could also bring in some income for Iwagakure."
Ōnoki naturally listened carefully to Torifu's suggestion, but what exactly was aquaculture?
They had never engaged in it, as it was even difficult for Iwagakure to get seafood, let alone farm it.
Torifu explained the general methods to the Tsuchikage, including aquaculture models and how to manage the business.
This wasn't some dark secret. Torifu was in a good mood right now, so helping the Tsuchikage a bit was fine.
The Tsuchikage immediately understood, his smile stretching nearly to his ears. "Hahaha, thank you so much! This way, Iwagakure's financial revenue will be greatly relieved."
The Kazekage also listened to the method. They also had many large lakes in the rain province under Sunagakure's jurisdiction, so they could naturally start aquaculture there too.
"How about we do this," Torifu suggested to the two. "I also intend to develop aquaculture, so I propose establishing an aquaculture base directly in the Center City. The affairs of the three ninja villages regarding aquaculture will be handled by their respective managers."
"This way, it can drive the economic development of the Center City and will also reduce the sudden increase in governmental affairs for the ninja villages."
The Tsuchikage and the Kazekage thought it over and felt it was an excellent suggestion. They knew nothing about aquaculture, and the Hokage was even sharing such important knowledge with them.
They wouldn't mind even ceding a portion of the profit to the Hokage, let alone a policy that was beneficial to everyone.
Thinking they were hesitating, Torifu added, "And in the initial stages, you might encounter many unknowns in farming. Konoha can provide technical exchange."
With this, the Kazekage and the Tsuchikage immediately gave their approval. "We agree! If we disagreed with this, the two of us would be quite ungrateful."
"Yes, we all agree. If anything, we're the ones getting the better deal here."
Torifu shook his head. For his overall plan, these small gains were insignificant.
Historically, aquaculture had been limited to coastal villages catching and selling sea fish.
Due to equipment issues and the wild weather at sea, prices had always been very high.
It was the kind of food the wealthy could eat regularly, while ordinary people might have it once a month.
If an inland farming base were established, then many merchants would enter the Center City. They would sell various specialty goods, tools, and new inventions inside, and through the merchants' circulation, these would quickly spread throughout the entire ninja world.
The constant flow of merchants would leave a large amount of wealth behind, allowing the Center City to develop better and more vibrantly.
And with aquaculture as its reputation, the Center City's name would become even more famous. Furthermore, being protected by three countries, it would become one of the safest places in the ninja world.
Naturally, it would become a gathering place for wealthy merchants and gentry.
Finally... Hehe, once they enter the city, it would be rude to leave without spending money.
Through this continuous cycle, the three villages wouldn't need to pay any particularly high price to gain a city renowned throughout the world.
This was Torifu's plan. He had thought of it a long time ago, but because the rain province under Iwagakure's jurisdiction had mostly rock formations, there were no suitable lakes for farming.
So, the plan was shelved until today, when the battle explosion created such a massive deep pit.
If it were filled with water, it would likely become the largest lake in Amegakure.
It would be enough for the aquaculture business. After all, each village only had tens of thousands of people, and such a large lake would suffice, without needing to excavate any other lakes.
"In that case, Hokage, when will this aquaculture plan be implemented?"