The Shopkeeper of Konoha

Although this was a hypothetical query that would "never" occur, Shisui felt uneasy for a little period of time as a result of his statements. In this one instance, Aoto was able to raise doubts about his obligations, and he was unable to affirm with certainty that, if the hypothetical circumstance ever materialized, he would follow Konoha's lead.

But a part of him didn't know why felt like Aoto was questioning about his duties. One that he was obliged to do for the clan and the other for the village. Though the things weren't that bad at the moment but the way this was going, that day might not be far.

Kagami Uchiha, Shisui's grandfather, was most likely the only Uchiha that Tobirama liked and took care of. Kagami was aware that some sacrifices would have to be made in order for Konoha to grow, and the next generation was almost raised with the same awareness.

"I'm not sure," Shisui replied as he really didn't know how he would see his responsibilities if that situation ever came. When Aoto saw his response, he felt relieved. If he indicated he would have followed Konoha's choice, he was prepared to reject Palico's sale. This indicated that this person at least had independent thought.

He had optimism, nevertheless, because Shisui truly wanted to promote peace in the greatest way possible rather than taking the difficult route like Itachi. For this reason, he never had any doubts about him. It's a good thing Shisui's brain was still working.

"Good that is all I need. Here." As he gave him the Palico, Aoto replied.

"But I didn't accept your condition." Shisui inquired out of confusion.

"That question was to see if you can think for yourself and not just die just for the sake of the so called 'bigger picture'. Those bigger pictures will become smaller pictures when perspective changes." Aoto didn't want to reveal more because doing so would give Shisui a spoiler and make him appear untrustworthy.

Shisui gratefully welcomed the gathering palico while not really understanding what Aoto was trying to say. He was willing to put the strange interaction behind him and use the palico to train with to gauge how effective it was.

Everyone had returned from the store, and John was still interested in the man, so Aoto simply explained the young man's persona in a casual manner. He didn't want to discuss the Uchihas much, especially at this time.

"Treat everyone fairly and refrain from prejudice like the populace does." Aoto had always mentioned this since he didn't want his company to have a racist attitude. As they gathered for dinner, they nodded. Today, Tonkatsu Ramen was prepared by Aoto. Before, he was unable to eat it, so now that he had the fries and all, he was unable to resist cooking it.

With a belly full of food he went to sleep. He was loving his life. He didn't really have a big problem with not having chakra. Having powers meant that he would have to struggle his way forward. He had suffered during his entire prior life, and now, for the first time in his life, he felt at ease and the system had been very relaxed.

He was taking his time because he wasn't given any objectives or deadlines by which he would have to sell specific items. Overall, he felt content with how his life was going just now.

Another week had already come and gone, and it had been a very hectic one. Numerous individuals from other clans came to purchase Palico after Shisui arrived. In order to purchase palicos, the Nara clan, the Yamanaka clan, the Akimichi clan, the Sarutobi clan, and even the Hyuga clan came.

The Hyuga arrived and wanted to request two Palicos, while the other clans only wanted to purchase one. Hizashi, Neji's father, personally came to purchase two.

"Umm.. You will have to sign the blood contract." Aoto asked Hizashi, perplexed as to why he desired two. It was natural that the other people were using the wait and see strategy. Prior to pursuing more, they wanted to determine whether the Palico were compatible and sufficient. But the Hyuga that arrived to make the purchase and didn't even request the blood contract.

And according to Hizashi, it was because two children were recently born. One to him and other to his brother, so the family wanted to gift them something that could be with them from a young age. And when the time was ripe, the Palicos would be made to contract with the two children.

Aoto already had a good idea of which two kids they would be.

Hinata and Neji.

"Will you be able to control the Palico?" Asked Aoto.

"I heard from Kakashi that the Palicos are very mild natured so I will trust him on that and there will always be a guard who will keep an eye on the two." Hizashi provided his justification. Aoto could understand and said promised to give them the blood contract when they grew up.

Even though Aoto thought it was strange, he didn't care. Rich individuals often had numerous kinks, and since the Hyuga were well-known for being both powerful and affluent, he Aoto was okay with that. When 10 Palico was sold, Aoto had enough money to live comfortably. He was just about to make an investment in real estate when the system's reminder rang.

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The host is urged to save the money because it might be needed for other types of transactions in the future.

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"What? What does it mean?"

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After the upgrade, the system will have additional features that cost money to purchase.

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"What? What sort of transactions are you referring to? Can I purchase something from you? Can I purchase a laptop or a phone?" When he heard the system say that, Aoto was excited.