Chapter: 4235

As he spoke, Saburō Hattori looked at Saburō Ichinojo with an expression that was stern and unyielding: "Ichinojo, you must know that nowadays, the top families in the country are no longer three-legged stools..."

"When three-legged stools stood, the three families would restrict each other, defend against each other, and target each other, only then showing the importance of our ninjas......"

"But now, the Ito family has laughed all the way to victory, with no one else in Japan matching them except for the Yamaguchi group. In such a situation, does the Ito family still need ninjas?"

"Moreover, the four major ninja families are now loyal to the Ito family, but the Ito family basically doesn't need ninjas anymore. This has led to everyone's economy being caught in a bind, and if nobody needs ninjas or is willing to sponsor them, ninjas might just become extinct!"

"We... we can't possibly apply for government subsidies and turn ninjas into intangible cultural heritage, right?"

"If that's the case, then your descendants as great ninjas would have to spend every day waiting at tourist attractions, performing ninja tricks for tourists and earning a living."

"If that's the case, how can we justify our ancestors' sacrifices?"

Saburō Ichinojo was speechless.

Father's words were not empty threats. The profession of ninjas has become extremely marginalized in modern society, but it has managed to survive only because there are clans willing to sponsor them.

Once those clans stop sponsoring ninjas, the profession will lose its soil for survival.

So, the Iga family must think of a way to self-reliance now."

He thought for a moment, then said with a serious expression: "Father, don't worry. I understand your concerns and will do my best to complete this task!"

Fūma Kakō nodded in satisfaction, cautioning: "Oneko, when you go to America, be extremely cautious and low-key. When entering the country, under no circumstances should you use your original identity or let the Ito family know about this matter."

He then said: "I want you to go to America not only to complete the task but also to observe the situation there. The environment for ninjas in Japan is already very harsh, but America would definitely be much better if it's suitable. We might even consider moving the entire Iga family to America!"

"America?!," Oneko exclaimed, his eyes wide with surprise: "Father, the situation in America is incredibly complex... local gangs are a mess, and European, African, and Asian immigrants have formed powerful gang forces there. Moreover, guns are rampant, and our ninja advantages would be greatly diminished. What if we're unable to adapt?"

"No," Fūma Kakō shook his head: "Everyone relies on guns to solve problems, only then can we demonstrate the unique strengths of ninjas. Otherwise, this employer in America wouldn't spend so much to bring us over! This proves that there is a market and demand for ninjas in America. You can take your time to observe and make a decision after arriving."

Oneko nodded respectfully: "Yes, father. I understand now!"

...... After agreeing to accompany Autumn Qi to the charity dinner party, Oneko had been thinking about how to explain this matter to Shou Chu Ran.

Because not only did he have to accompany Autumn Qi on the 11th, but he also agreed with her that they would go to New York and Boston on the 15th and 17th respectively to support her concerts.

"It's just that I'm worried about explaining my own going to New York thing on the 11th to my wife. Just when Leafy Chen was still thinking of how to put it, Xiao Chu Ran excitedly told him: 'Honey! Qi Yue wants to come to America for a concert!'"

"I wonder why you just found out?" Leafy Chen asked curiously.

"Yes... I've been busy with training things these few days and haven't paid much attention to these news. It's just that today I happened to see the promotional poster at school, so I just found out..." Xiao Chu Ran said, getting more and more excited."

"Hey! Qi Yue has a concert on the 15th in New York and on the 17th in Boston respectively. Boston is closest to us, would you like to go with me to watch it?" Xiao Chu Ran continued enthusiastically."

Leafy Chen nodded along her words, smiling: "If you really want to see it, why not go for both?"

"Ah?" Xiao Chu Ran was surprised: "Going for both might be a bit too greedy... and especially the tickets are definitely going to be hard to buy. Especially in New York, where there are many rich people, I think it's very difficult to get tickets..." JrNovels.com