Day by day, the discussions surrounding Uchiha Haru gradually quieted down.
Although some still harbored doubts, most had accepted his "awakening and comeback" as fact.
After all, in the history of the Uchiha clan, while rare, there were instances where someone suddenly awakened the Sharingan after experiencing intense stimulation, leading to a dramatic increase in strength.
Haru took advantage of this time to frantically absorb the knowledge from the original host's memories regarding the Ninja Academy, all while continuously refining his chakra and ocular power.
Having just reached Genin strength was far from enough.
"System, show me the prestige promotion rewards," Haru murmured internally.
[Host: Uchiha Haru]
[Clan Status: Regular Genin]
[Next Stage Status: Member of the Uchiha Police Force (Trainee/Official)]
[Promotion Reward (Police Force Member): Full mastery of Fire Style techniques, chakra capacity and physical stats raised to Elite Chunin level.]
Seeing the promotion reward on the system interface, Uchiha Haru could hardly contain his excitement.
Full mastery of Fire Style techniques!
Elite Chunin-level chakra reserves and physical attributes!
This reward was like a gift from heaven!
The Uchiha clan was renowned throughout the ninja world for its mastery of Fire Style. If he could take his Fire Style to the limit, his combat ability would undoubtedly undergo a qualitative transformation.
And with Elite Chunin-level strength, he could firmly establish himself within the Uchiha Police Force, maybe even become one of its elites!
"How can I join the Police Force as quickly as possible?" Haru fell into deep thought.
According to clan tradition, after graduating from the Ninja Academy, members of the Uchiha clan could either join the Police Force or serve as regular Konoha ninjas by carrying out missions assigned by the village.
The original host had never even considered the Police Force due to his weak abilities.
But for the current Haru, this was a necessary path.
"Looks like I need to take the initiative," a glint of determination flashed in Haru's eyes.
He decided to awaken the "potential" of the "Police Force Member" status!
Though he hadn't officially joined yet, since the system designated this as the next stage, maybe he could "preclaim" some of the power?
Just like a newbie bonus pack — help given right when it's most needed.
Focusing his mind, Haru issued a command to the system:
"I choose to set 'joining the Police Force' as my goal and claim a stage-based power enhancement!"
He wasn't sure if it would work — but it was worth trying.
[Ding!]
[Detected strong intent and urgent desire for power enhancement.]
[Based on the host's demonstrated potential and initial contribution to the clan (Clan Honor: 75 points), the system has judged that there is a high probability of successfully joining the Uchiha Police Force.]
[Issuing "Police Force Member" Reserve Enhancement Package...]
Haru's heart surged with joy!
It worked!
The next moment, a surge of knowledge even vaster and purer than when he first awakened rushed into his mind like a tidal wave breaching a dam.
It was everything about Fire Style ninjutsu!
From the fundamentals of refining fire-natured chakra, to countless intricate hand seal techniques; from the principles, strengths, and weaknesses of various Fire Style jutsu, to endless real-world applications...
Great Fireball Technique, Dragon Fire Technique, Phoenix Fire Technique, Fire Dragon Flame Bullet, Ash Pile Burning, Blazing Wind Dance…
The secrets of countless Fire Style techniques were forcibly engraved into the depths of Uchiha Haru's soul!
At this moment, Haru felt his understanding of Fire Style soar to unprecedented heights.
At the same time, his chakra raged like a dam burst — surging, rushing through his widened and strengthened chakra pathways. Both its quality and quantity surged at an astonishing rate!
The feeling of rapidly increasing strength was exhilarating!
He didn't know how much time had passed before the flood of power finally subsided.
Uchiha Haru could clearly sense that the amount of chakra in his body had more than doubled!
His physical attributes had also been enhanced across the board!
[Ding!]
[Congratulations to the host for acquiring "Full Mastery of Fire Style Techniques (Basic Tier)"!]
[Congratulations to the host — chakra and physical attributes enhanced. Overall strength now at "Elite Chunin" level!]
"Elite Chunin!" Haru clenched his fists tightly, feeling the surging power within him, filled with fiery ambition!
With his current strength, even against a regular Jonin, he could put up a fight! At the very least, he wouldn't be instantly defeated.
'Fire Style mastery (Basic Tier)... Looks like I can still level it up in the future,' Haru noted the suffix.
He tried circulating his chakra, forming hand seals rapidly.
"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"
Whoosh—!
A massive fireball over three meters in diameter, dense and nearly tangible, erupted from his mouth. Carrying intense heat, it devoured a giant boulder in the corner of the training field in an instant!
BOOM!
The rock quickly melted and shattered under the extreme heat, letting out a harsh, explosive noise!
As the smoke and dust cleared, more than half the boulder had completely disappeared. The remainder was charred black, with molten remnants at the edges.
"So strong!" Even Haru was shocked by the power of his own Great Fireball Technique.
The same jutsu, when cast by someone at Elite Chunin level and with Fire Style mastery, was more than ten times stronger than before!
This — this was the true might of Uchiha Fire Style ninjutsu!
"With this power, once I join the Police Force, I'll be thriving." A confident smile curled on Haru's lips.
It was decided. Tomorrow, he would head to the Uchiha Police Force headquarters and submit his application to join!
He was going to enter the core power structure of the Uchiha clan — as soon as possible!
Of course, Haru was well aware: The tallest tree in the forest gets the wind.
During the Police Force's entrance assessment, he would have to be careful — showcasing enough strength to impress and pass the exam, but not so much as to attract early attention from Konoha's higher-ups — especially that scheming old man Danzo.
Haru began calculating in his mind.
He would shock everyone in the assessment — but the level of "shock" had to remain within the realm of genius, not monster.
A twelve-year-old Elite Chunin with Fire Style mastery? That could absolutely be called a genius.
Add to that a combat IQ and calm demeanor that surpassed his age? That would definitely leave a strong impression on the higher-ups of the Police Force.
The night passed uneventfully.
The next morning, Haru dressed in a clean and crisp black training uniform, with a small Uchiha fan crest embroidered on the back — looking spirited and sharp.
He walked straight toward the Uchiha Police Force headquarters building.
That place would be his first step onto the stage of Uchiha power!
Uchiha Haru - Status Panel
Strength: Elite Chunin
Skills Mastered:
Three Academy Techniques (Mastered)
Full Mastery of Fire Style Techniques (Basic Tier)
Sharingan (One Tomoe)
Clan Status: Regular Genin (Police Force Reserve)
Clan Honor: 75 Points
Clan Strength Assessment: Genin-Level (Initial)