Return to the Uchiha clan territory.
Early in the morning, Uchiha Mirai saw a family ninja standing in front of his door.
"Uchiha Mirai, the clan leader wants you to come over."
"Knew."
After a quick wash, Uchiha Mirai followed the ninja to the home of the current Uchiha clan leader, Uchiha Tajima.
"Chief Tajima."
"Mirai, sit down."
Looking at the elderly Uchiha Tajima, Uchiha Mirai sat quietly on the ground, waiting for him to speak.
Sensing his calmness, Tajima showed a hint of appreciation.
"Not a bad kid. No wonder he caught the attention of third generation."
"Third generation, the Hokage?"
"That's right. I called you here today for this matter."
Seeing Uchiha Mirai's puzzled expression, Tajima didn't keep him in suspense.
"Today, the Third Generation sent word that they want to assign you to the village's ninja team after you graduate from the Ninja Academy."
"What do you think?"
Tajima asked, watching Uchiha Mirai.
"Everything is subject to the arrangements of the clan leader," Uchiha Mirai replied directly.
He was still in the development stage and had no right to object.
Tajima had likely asked for his opinion simply to get to know him.
If he thought Tajima was really seeking advice, that would be naïve.
As for Sarutobi Hiruzen's intentions, Mirai could probably guess.
It was likely that the Third wanted to train him into a double agent, like Uchiha Shisui or Uchiha Itachi would become in later generations.
Perfect.
At least he wouldn't be easily targeted by the village's top leaders.
"Very good."
Mirai's attitude pleased Tajima. "As compensation, you may make a request, and the family will try its best to fulfill it."
Uchiha Mirai thought carefully for a moment, then said, "I would like an expert to guide me in my spare time."
As the owner of a plundering system, it made sense for him to train against the strongest available opponents.
Powerful ninjas often possess some secret trump card.
"Well…"
Tajima had expected Mirai to ask for money or a rare ninjutsu scroll, but this request surprised him.
He truly was a smart kid.
The guidance of a skilled mentor far outweighed money or scrolls, and the request was reasonable.
"Fugaku!"
At Tajima's words, a tall, square-faced young man walked in.
"Father."
"When you have time, please take the time to teach the future."
"Yes."
…
The next day, after school.
After leaving the lunchbox he had made for Kurenai to heat up at home, Uchiha Mirai went to meet Uchiha Fugaku.
"Let me see your strength first."
Fugaku didn't greet him, his face expressionless.
Upon hearing this, Mirai didn't hold back and opened his double magatama Sharingan.
He had no intention of holding back. Pretending otherwise would make him look weak.
"Double magatama?"
Fugaku was slightly surprised.
To open the double magatama Sharingan at this age without special resources… he truly deserved the title of "genius."
But seeing Mirai take an attacking stance, Fugaku frowned.
"Are you ready to fight me bare-handed?"
"Then use this?"
Mirai took out a wooden practice kunai from his ninja tool bag.
Ninjas have high food requirements, and most of their money is spent on meat.
"Hmph! I don't have time for childish games," Fugaku said, a trace of contempt flashing in his eyes, as he threw a steel kunai at Mirai.
"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"
As Fugaku made his move, Mirai launched a counterattack.
He activated the Instant Body Technique, appearing directly behind Fugaku.
Bang!
A whip kick aimed at Fugaku's head—but just as it was about to land, Fugaku raised his arm, turned, and grabbed Mirai's ankle.
"What a cunning little devil."
Fugaku snorted coldly, slammed Mirai to the ground—
Boom!
A cloud of dust rose. Mirai vanished into smoke.
"Shadow clone?"
Fugaku frowned.
"Earth Escape: Heart Beheading Technique!"
Two hands stretched from the ground, grabbing Fugaku's feet and pulling him down.
Bang!
Another cloud of smoke rose; Fugaku's body transformed into a block of wood.
"Failed?"
The sneak attack hadn't succeeded. Mirai shook his head regretfully and looked around for Fugaku.
Suddenly, over a dozen shurikens shot toward him.
Mirai retreated rapidly, flipping backward, picking up the steel kunai Fugaku had thrown, and using his Sharingan to knock down the shurikens one by one.
Fugaku appeared beside him, kicking toward his head.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
The two engaged in close combat.
After a brief moment, Mirai realized he couldn't hold on.
In speed, strength, and skill, he was no match for Fugaku.
"Stop!"
"I give up."
Mirai admitted defeat decisively. He had used all his means, and continuing would only result in one-sided abuse.
"Not bad."
Fugaku praised him.
He was surprised by Mirai's tactics: a sudden attack after a kunai throw, using Fire Style to block vision, Shadow Clone to lure, and Earth Style to control.
Most importantly, the timing was precise.
Fugaku had truly broken a sweat.
Without timely reaction—or if Mirai had been slightly faster—he could have been flipped over and lost face.
Through this battle, Fugaku put away his arrogance.
Mirai's strength wasn't overwhelming yet—he was still a student, far from peak condition—but his pressure was undeniable.
His potential was limitless.
Mirai was unaware of Fugaku's thoughts, fully immersed in his own world.
[Ding! Congratulations to the host for successfully plundering the reward: Uchiha Style Swordsmanship!]
[Name: Uchiha Mirai]
[Constitution: 8]
[Spiritual Power: 21]
Chakra: 7
[Kekkei Genkai: Sharingan]
[Ninjutsu: …]
[Other: Shuriken Throwing, Trap Setting, Uchiha Style Swordsmanship]
As the system prompted, a flood of information entered Mirai's mind.
Alongside Konoha-style swordsmanship techniques, he received combat experience and insights.
Within seconds, he reached the same swordsmanship level as Uchiha Fugaku.
"It's worthy of being a system."
"Too domineering."
Mirai sighed.
Even with limited chakra, this reward immediately boosted his combat effectiveness.
After calming down, he noticed Fugaku staring at him.
"Um?"
"Have you considered what I just said?"
"What?"
Bastard!
Fugaku gritted his teeth. "A true ninja should have a weapon of his own."
"What weapon do you want to use?"
Mirai smiled slightly.
Was there even a question?
"I want to use a sword!"
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