Naruto: Wooing Tsunade from Day One!-Chapter 368: Shisui Uchiha

For all the Uchiha Clan's natural gifts, awakening the Sharingan was far from commonplace. Some Uchiha lived their entire lives without ever achieving it. Awakening it at such a young age was nearly unheard of.

It's not an exaggeration to call someone a genius if they awaken their eyes at the age of five, Kawakaze thought.

This revelation didn't surprise him much, as it aligned perfectly with her expectations. After all, Shisui of the Body Flicker Technique was a legend, nearly deified by the Naruto fans. It was only natural for him to have such unparalleled talent.

"Pleasure to meet you, my lords."

With a subtle nudge from Fugaku, Shisui stepped forward to greet Kawakaze and the others. Despite his young age, he was sharp enough to recognize that these were people of influence.

"You're too kind."

"Ginji, come and introduce our new friend to everyone," Kawakaze said, taking the initiative. It was a calculated move, a step toward nurturing the boy's potential. Even if Shisui never awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan, his proficiency in the Body Flicker Technique and Genjutsu alone could elevate him to Kage-level.

"Okay, Dad."

With an elegant air, Ginji stepped forward and extended a hand to Shisui. "My name is Ginji Hatake. Let's be friends."

Shisui glanced back at Fugaku, seeking silent approval.

"Go ahead." Fugaku smiled and gave him a gentle push, encouraging him.

Making friends with Ginji and the others would be invaluable for Shisui. Beyond the practical advantages, Shisui, as an orphan, deeply needed companionship.

"Hello, my name is Shisui Uchiha. Please take care of me." Shisui introduced himself with a shy but polite smile.

"Don't be so formal. Come with me." Ginji, ever the carefree type, grabbed Shisui and pulled him toward the others.

Before long, the six children had gathered and were chatting animatedly.

"Is this preparation for succession?" Orochimaru remarked, his sharp instincts catching what others might overlook. Even Kawakaze hadn't considered that angle yet.

Fugaku, however, brushed off the comment with a smile. "It's still early to talk about this. Let's see what the future holds."

In truth, the thought had crossed his mind. Fugaku harbored no desire to cling to the Clan Head position forever. He found the prospect of such a life dull. What he truly wanted was to marry Mikoto, raise a family, and enjoy a peaceful future. The Uchiha Clan had already reclaimed its former glory under his leadership.

"I think the boy is quite good," Kawakaze mused after some consideration. In his eyes, Shisui seemed like a promising candidate for future leadership. Compared to Itachi, Shisui's temperament seemed better suited for the role of Clan Head.

"Then in the future, I hope Lord Kawakaze can look after him," Fugaku said, steering the conversation away from the topic.

For now, discussions of the future were meaningless. Shisui was only five years old, and the road ahead was uncertain. No one could predict how things would unfold.

"That's not good. Are you asking me to openly pull strings?" Kawakaze quipped, his sharp remark drawing a round of laughter from the group.

"Who doesn't know that you, Lord Kawakaze, are famous for your fairness?" Orochimaru teased, his sly grin adding a touch of his signature mischievous humor.

"Oh, I don't deserve such praise," Kawakaze replied in an exaggeratedly humble tone, earning even more laughter from the others.

"Alright, it's time to head in. Don't be late," Pakura said, glancing toward the Academy where others had already entered. She wasn't one to linger outside unnecessarily.

"Let's go," Kawakaze nodded in agreement.

As they made their way toward the Academy, the adults exchanged brief greetings with the children. Before reaching the gates, a voice called out behind them.

"Wait for me! Wait for me!"

They turned to see a tall figure with wild white hair carrying a smaller one on his shoulders, jogging toward them. It was none other than Jiraiya and his son.

"Ginji, Satsuki..." As they arrived, Naruto gave Jiraiya a quick handshake before darting off to join his friends. The children were familiar with the bond between their fathers.

"I thought you wouldn't make it today either," Kawakaze said, patting Jiraiya on the shoulder. Jiraiya's demanding workload often kept him away.

"With you running the Intelligence Division, you've turned it into an unstoppable force," Kawakaze added. "It's done so much for Konoha."

"On a day like this, I had to be here," Jiraiya replied, his usual carefree manner replaced by the steady air of a dependable father.

"Let's head in. Once this is over, we should all get together," Kawakaze suggested.

"It's been far too long since we've had a proper catch-up," Jiraiya agreed.

"My treat," Kawakaze said with a wave, finalizing the plan.

Though they all lived in the same village, their responsibilities often kept them apart. Now pillars of Konoha, the carefree days of their youth felt like a distant memory.

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"I'm fine with someone else buying," Duy said with a trace of rebellion. As a Jōnin and team leader, he had a relatively flexible schedule.

"I'm fine with someone else paying," Duy said with a hint of defiance. As a Jōnin and team leader, his flexible schedule allowed him to indulge in moments like this.

"After this, I need to stop by the lab," Orochimaru remarked after a moment of thought. His latest experiments were nearing completion and didn't demand his constant oversight.

"It's fine if you don't want to join. Just let Pakura take Satsuki," Kawakaze said, his intentions so transparent it felt like even Tsunade could hear them from the Hokage's Office. The father-in-law might bow out, but the daughter-in-law was expected to stay.

How Orochimaru ended up with such a soft-spoken daughter remained a mystery.

"In your dreams," Orochimaru scoffed, refusing to entertain Kawakaze's suggestion.

"No problem. I'll just ask Mikoto to come along later," Fugaku chimed in, agreeing without hesitation and clearly planning to bring his fiancée along.

"If there's alcohol involved, I'll show up whether I'm invited or not," Jiraiya said with a grin. He'd planned to spend the day with his son, but the thought of catching up with everyone was too tempting.

"Alright, let's go get registered," Kawakaze said, taking charge as the group headed to the registration office. The paperwork was handled quickly and efficiently.

From that day forward, the children were officially students at the Ninja Academy.

Since an opening ceremony was scheduled after registration, the group decided to wait at Kawakaze's office. With limited space, the children stayed behind while the adults moved ahead.