Promising the future ahead of time, starting with Naruto

Chapter 3 Becoming a True Ninja

Genichi Shushita knew very well that the Naruto world was not only a world where bloodlines were respected, but also a world that placed great importance on the master-disciple relationship.

Currently, the only source of ninjutsu resources for ordinary ninjas that he can confirm is the master-disciple inheritance.

Another uncertain source is meritorious service, obtained from the official authorities.

Furthermore, Genichi Kinoshita was unsure whether the original ninjutsu could be handed over to the village and replaced with other ninjutsu.

The last two are uncertain.

For a commoner ninja to have a good teacher, wouldn't he have to be a genius?

For example, Minato Namikaze was taken in as a disciple by Jiraiya.

For example, Sakura Haruno is also considered a commoner ninja.

Before becoming Tsunade's apprentice, he truly had nothing.

The instructor leading the group may not necessarily teach ninjutsu.

As for Naruto and Sasuke... the former is Kakashi's son, and the latter is the last surviving member of the Uchiha clan in Konoha, and also has a connection with Obito Uchiha.

Of course, Kakashi did teach Sakura Haruno.

Aside from some basic, inconspicuous abilities of ninjas, Sakura Haruno's genjutsu abilities likely come from Kakashi.

However, he didn't teach any particularly impressive ninjutsu.

Because the relationship between the teacher and the students is not like that of Minato Namikaze and Jiraiya, which is a master-disciple relationship.

Aside from special circumstances, the relationship is far from intimate; it's more about providing guidance on task execution.

Whether or not ninjutsu is taught depends entirely on the mood of the instructor.

Therefore, even though the Rasengan might not be suitable for him, Genichi Kinoshita still included it in his plan immediately.

If he masters it, then this ninjutsu will be a stepping stone for him.

"When it comes to resources, the Sannin are definitely in the top tier. Orochimaru is a bit more dangerous, but he also has a lot of potential."

"Tsunade, given Tsunade's current situation, she probably won't take on any disciples. I wonder if we can get some benefits by targeting Shizune?"

Genichi Shushita admitted that he had been a bit too pragmatic.

But the living conditions were simply too harsh.

"Jiraiya... I guess he's somewhere secretly watching beautiful women. The opportunity is too rare."

"As a student, the best resources I'm most likely to have access to are actually Tsunade and Sakumo Hatake."

Sakumo Hatake also had his reasons for choosing swordsmanship.

As a student, Tsunade can use silencing, and Sakumo Hatake can use Kakashi.

There's another option: the Eight Gates Formation!

As for others, there are definitely many Jonin in Konoha that Genichi Kinoshita is not familiar with, but there is currently no way to contact them.

Therefore, it is necessary to establish a persona of a genius.

With so many people betting on it, who knows, maybe one of the Jonin will be willing to take it on as a disciple?

Even if no one takes on apprentices, geniuses are always favored, and the Third Hokage would still invest more resources in nurturing them, right?

The Ninja Academy is his personal confidant!
Oh, and there's also the Pot Shadow Danzo.

If all else fails, and Danzo the Kage takes a liking to him, Genichi Kishita is not entirely incapable of accepting it.

But he felt that the possibility was very small.

……

After reviewing his plans and having rested enough, Genichiro started playing with water balloons and gradually began practicing his Rasengan.

For two consecutive days, Genichi Kishita spent his time practicing swordsmanship and the Rasengan.

In the 41st year of Konoha, the school officially started on March 20th.

Genichi Shushita arrived at the ninja academy carrying a backpack containing a lunchbox prepared by his mother. First year, Class 1.

Standing at the door, Xuan Yi glanced around and spotted several familiar figures under the tree.

Kurenai Yuhi, Shizune, Rin Nohara, and the one with a toothpick in her mouth and wearing sunglasses... they arrived quite early.

Genichi Shushita walked into the classroom with a smile on his lips and sat down next to Shizune without any hesitation.

Shizune paused for a moment, about to greet him, when Genichi Kishita extended his hand to her: "Hello, I'm Genichi Kishita. Nice to meet you!"

Shizune blushed as she looked at Genichi's bright smile under the tree, then reached out and shook hands with him: "Hello, I'm Shizune."

Genichi Shushita simply gave her a light handshake and then let go, chatting casually with Shizune as if they were old friends, while also observing the other classmates.

More and more people are filling up the classroom.

Soon after, Might Guy, wearing a green jumpsuit, also appeared.

Then Kakashi, with his white hair and hands in his pockets, arrived.

After glancing at Kakashi a few times, Genichi suddenly realized that Kakashi and Sasuke Uchiha were actually quite similar when they were young, both having a cool and aloof demeanor.

Gradually, the classroom was almost full of students, and the bell rang.

After the bell rang, the middle-aged man walked into the classroom: "I am Futaki Ryusei, and I will be your teacher from today onwards!"

No sooner had he finished speaking than the classroom door was flung open with a bang. Genichi Shushita, like everyone else, turned around and saw Obito Uchiha panting heavily like a dog: "I...I'm sorry, I'm late."

Well, Obito Uchiha was very good at being late.

On the podium, looking at the late Uchiha Obito, Futaki Ryusei sighed helplessly.

Obito Uchiha knew him; he was the guy who could even be late for the entrance ceremony and miss it.

I wasn't paying attention just now, and I didn't expect to be late again on the first day of school.

However, on the first day of school, he didn't make things difficult for Obito Uchiha, and said, "Obito-kun, be careful next time, don't be late."

Obito Uchiha breathed a sigh of relief, grinned from ear to ear, and scratched the back of his head, saying, "Yes, teacher!"

Futaki Ryusei then said, "Obito-kun, let's start with your self-introduction!"

Obito Uchiha was taken aback for a moment, then responded loudly, "Yes!"

He showed no fear, and walked onto the podium under the gazes of Xuan Yi and the others, head held high and chest out, full of confidence.

Kakashi couldn't help but slightly purse his lips as he looked at it.

At this point, Futaki Ryusei announced his self-introduction template: his name, favorite food, disliked food, and his goal of becoming a ninja.

"My name is Uchiha Obito, I come from the Uchiha clan, I like bonito rice balls, and I hate natto."

Obito Uchiha grinned, giving a thumbs-up gesture with his right hand: "As for my goal... of course, it's to become Hokage!"

Genichi under the tree listened and sighed inwardly.

An ordinary person can become Hokage, but an Uchiha cannot.

The highest decision-making level in Konoha was composed of subordinates of the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju. Even Hiruzen Sarutobi was wary of the Uchiha clan.

Not to mention that Danzo, the second most powerful figure in Konoha, is just as hostile to the Uchiha clan as Tobirama Senju.

Under such circumstances, unless the Uchiha clan staged a coup, they would have no chance of rising to power.

Becoming Hokage is a childhood dream for many, so Obito Uchiha was not ridiculed.

After Obito Uchiha left, the other students went up to the podium one by one to introduce themselves.

Soon it was Genichi's turn.

With a smile, Genichi Kinoshita walked up to the podium and said, "My name is Genichi Kinoshita. My favorite food is dango, and my least favorite food is also dango."

"My goal in becoming a ninja is... to become an excellent, powerful ninja who can protect my family, friends, comrades, and the village!"

(End of this chapter)