Chapter 124 - 19: Yuxi Intelligence Hub
During the 70s and 80s, Las Vegas underwent a period of explosive growth, transforming into not only America's entertainment capital but also a hotspot for covert operations and intelligence trading.
Thanks to its unique geographical location, thriving economy, and open social structure, Las Vegas became a melting pot for various intelligence agencies. You had operatives from the CIA, FBI, KGB, MI6, and even private contractors—all converging in this glamorous city.
There was even a joke at the time: if you wanted to see the world's top spies, you didn't need to look any further than the casinos and private clubs of Vegas. The local authorities often turned a blind eye to their activities, as long as they didn't cause too much trouble. This laissez-faire attitude gave rise to a generation of intelligence brokers and political fixers who turned Vegas into one of the most prominent intelligence trading hubs in the Western Hemisphere.
Now, Yuxi Peninsula seemed to be heading in a similar direction. The logic was straightforward: as the elites from major nations began frequenting Yuxi Peninsula for leisure, various types of intelligence naturally followed. A casual remark at a gambling table or a playful jest in Kabukicho could potentially contain valuable information.
Although Yuxi Peninsula had only been operational for two months, it had already caught the attention of Sunagakure's Intelligence Department. If managed properly, it could undoubtedly become a treasure trove of intelligence. Moreover, the ANBU units from other ninja villages weren't idle either. Given time, they would inevitably flock to this hub in search of hidden gems.
Reflecting on this, Jinghang couldn't help but feel a tinge of guilt. Before becoming Kazekage, he had never worked in the ANBU and had limited experience in intelligence gathering, which had remained at a ninja-level understanding. Many aspects had escaped his consideration. Fortunately, both the former Intelligence Department head Rasa and the current head Toru Yamashita were experts in this field and had quickly recognized the potential of Yuxi Peninsula, making preliminary arrangements in advance.
"How many personnel does the Intelligence Department currently have stationed here?" Jinghang asked.
"Right now, it's just the initial setup—not many people. Including me, there are fifty-eight in total," replied Gao Jin.
"That's not enough—not nearly enough!" Jinghang shook his head.