Chapter 196 - 91: Yahiko’s Troubles (Part 2)
Fortunately, there was someone in the "Akatsuki" organization who was considered sensible, and he also happened to be the organization’s financial manager. Although this person was not a ninja, he still had the privilege of wearing the red cloud uniform. During the most challenging and lowest moments of the "Revolution," he dedicated himself to financial planning, ensuring that the group didn’t starve.
This person had a deep and complex background. He was from the Land of Rain and had previously worked for the Hourglass Group in his early years. However, he was expelled from the factory by the foreman for slacking off and sleeping during work hours. Homeless and destitute, he accidentally heard Myuaba Taro’s street speech, condemning the Hourglass Group’s exploitation. This resonated deeply with him, prompting him to resolutely join the "Dawn" organization and participate in the Dawn Uprising. Yes, this person was none other than Mujima, a minor character mentioned earlier (refer to Volume 1, Chapters 78 and 95).
After the Dawn Uprising was suppressed, he once again became a drifting wanderer. Eventually, he found refuge with a distant uncle who owned a general store in Amegakure - Hidden Rain Village, where he learned accounting to make a living.
When "Akatsuki" was established, his revolutionary spirit remained unyielding, and he joined the organization, becoming one of the few "cultured individuals" in the group.
After nearly a decade of revolutionary experience, Mujima had long since washed away his youthful recklessness and impulsiveness. Now, as a middle-aged man, he had shed his laziness and arrogance, leaving only his revolutionary passion and a pair of eyes that saw through the essence of things.
"Actually, the Hourglass Group has been systematically withdrawing from Amegakure for quite some time now. This so-called branch is nothing more than a low-end processing factory and logistics hub.
I’ve summarized the reasons for this situation into three main points, which are also the challenges and difficulties we face."
Mujima, wearing the red cloud uniform of "Akatsuki," appeared slightly hunched, but no one cared about such details. Yahiko, Nagato, Konan, Daibutsu, and other high-ranking members of "Akatsuki" were all seated below, diligently taking notes.
"First, the political situation is too chaotic; second, the burden is too heavy; third, the labor unions are too aggressive."
Mujima extended three fingers.
"Could you elaborate on that?"