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The next morning
A hint of red light began to spread across the eastern horizon, gently seeping into the sky's azure expanse. A new day was slowly approaching from afar.
A figure walked towards the largest training ground within the Uchiha Clan. It was none other than Uchiha Tōshirō.
His attire was not much different from the previous day, with the only difference being a two-foot-long wakizashi hanging from his waist.
Because their situation was somewhat special, they did not need to attend the class allocation meeting at the Ninja Academy. They received a message the previous night, instructing them to gather directly at the training ground. At that time, they would meet their team leader and teammates.
The sky was just beginning to brighten when he arrived, and the training ground was still empty. He didn't feel discouraged. Instead, he found a large tree, leaped up, and sat cross-legged on the treetop to begin his meditation practice.
And to wait for his teammates.
Time slowly passed.
"Hey! Am I the first one here?"
About half an hour later, a little girl, around seven or eight years old, walked over.
She had a sweet, round face with a pair of charming dimples. Her large, watery eyes darted around, showing a mischievous and lively spirit.
Under her high nose was a small, cherry-like mouth. She wore a purple cotton Uchiha long-sleeved shirt, paired with a pair of ninja pants and sandals.
"I didn't expect my teammate to be you!"
"Hey! Is it Tōshirō?"
Hearing the voice, the newcomer immediately looked up and asked uncertainly.
"Ah! It's me! The other teammate is here too!"
Glancing at the entrance of the training ground, Tōshirō leaped down from the treetop and stood beside the newcomer. The newcomer was none other than the genius girl Uchiha Honō, who had graduated with him.
At the same time, the other teammate also revealed himself. Tōshirō and Honō recognized him; he was a boy around ten years old named Uchiha Tetsu. He was currently in the fifth grade at the Ninja Academy, two years older than Tōshirō and Honō.
Seeing the newcomer, Honō's eyes lit up, and she skipped over, linking her arm with his and said with a sweet smile, "Tetsu, I didn't expect my teammate to be you! I'm really happy!"
Seeing her expression, Tōshirō couldn't help but shiver. He knew all too well that Uchiha Honō, despite her sweet and innocent appearance, was actually a devious little demon.
In the past, when they played Werewolf, she could always manipulate her friends without showing any emotion, often coming up with wicked ideas to torment her teammates.
It was only because Tōshirō had the mind of an adult that he managed to avoid such situations several times. As a result, the two of them had a bit of a rivalry, but they surprisingly got along well when it came to pranking others.
Uchiha Tetsu also had a special background. According to the rumors among the teammates, Tetsu and Honō's parents knew each other and were even former teammates.
They didn't object to the two of them playing together.
[Is this like an arranged marriage in the ninja world?]
However, such arrangements were not uncommon among Bloodline Limit families.
"It's Honō and Tōshirō! Ha! Ha! Ha! I didn't expect it to be you two!"
As he spoke, Uchiha Tetsu scratched the back of his head, looking quite surprised.
[I feel like there's a bit of a silly vibe about him. Is it just my imagination?]
Glancing at Honō, Tōshirō thought to himself.
Before they could exchange more words, a figure suddenly appeared before them.
The newcomer was tall with broad shoulders. His bronze face was framed by bright eyes, and a neatly trimmed mustache adorned his slightly pointed chin. He had a handsome appearance, but it was not effeminate; rather, it exuded a masculine aura. He wore a green ninja vest. As soon as he arrived, he reached out to ruffle Honō's small head.
"Uncle Jūsai, are you going to be our instructor? This is fantastic!"
Seeing the newcomer, Honō's eyes lit up, and she smiled, forming two small dimples. Clearly, she was very pleased to have Uncle Jūsai as their instructor.
Tōshirō had heard of the newcomer. He was Uchiha Jūsai, the younger brother of the current clan leader, Uchiha Jūzan. He held a high position in the Police Force, leading the First Squad, which specialized in high-difficulty missions assigned by the Hokage.
"Alright, ninjas need to act like ninjas. You can't be as mischievous as before."
"I understand!"
She replied reluctantly.
Honō, Tōshirō, and Tetsu stood in a row before the newcomer, like soldiers awaiting inspection.
He never expected to become a Jōnin instructor, even though they were all juniors in the clan. However, he silently vowed to protect these children well.
"Even though you may know each other, let's do a self-introduction. Who wants to go first?"
"I'll go first! I'll go first!"
Hearing this, Uchiha Tetsu was the first to jump up and raise his hand.
"My name is Uchiha Tetsu, and I'm ten years old. My favorite food is sukiyaki, and I hate seeing people cry. My dream is to become the first Uchiha Hokage!"
"Oh! That's ambitious, but if you want to become Hokage, Tetsu, you need to work even harder!"
He didn't comment much on his student's dream. He didn't want to discourage the young Tetsu with negative remarks, but rather encouraged him like a true teacher.
"My name is Uchiha Honō, and I'm eight years old. I like flower arranging and hate being teased. My dream... is to become a beautiful bride and then a good mother!"
As she spoke, she blushed and glanced at Uchiha Tetsu beside her.
She looked filled with longing and aspiration.
[Do kids in the ninja world mature so early? She's only eight and already dreaming of being a bride!]
[And the way she looked at Tetsu just now, it's like she's in love. This doesn't fit your character at all!]
Thinking of Tetsu's passionate declaration earlier, Tōshirō was a bit surprised. Does this clever and devious little girl actually like this hot-blooded fool?
"Honō's dream is nice, but to be a good mother, you need to be more ladylike!"
He didn't disappoint at her somewhat realistic and feminine dream but rather teased her.
"Is it my turn? My name is Uchiha Tōshirō, and I'm eight years old. I like reading books in peace and soaking in hot springs, and I hate being troubled. My dream is to see the different landscapes of this world, taste all the delicious foods, and meet different beautiful girls! And be friends with them!"
(End of Chapter)