Uchiha Tajima's Probing

Uchiha Clan Land, Interrogation Room.

"That's roughly what happened."

After listening to the Academy teacher's retelling, the administrator in charge of the clan land's security pondered for a moment, then raised his hand and slapped the teacher across the face.

The poor one-armed lecturer wasn't very strong to begin with, and the security administrator's attack was incredibly swift.

By the time he reacted, the slap had already landed on his face.

"I put you in charge of the Academy, and you let this kind of thing happen? Don't you know the Clan Head hates people who bully the weak the most?!"

At these words, Sosuke almost burst out laughing.

What kind of person the Clan Head was, wasn't just something he knew; any random auntie sweeping the floor could tell you all about it.

Incidents like this were common within the clan, and he'd never seen anyone speak up for those being bullied.

"It seems the title of genius is indeed very useful."

After feigning a scolding of the lecturer, the administrator turned around and his face immediately changed, smiling like a blooming chrysanthemum. "Sosuke, if you run into trouble in the future, come find me. If that doesn't work, the Clan Head will back you up."

While inwardly sneering, Sosuke nodded repeatedly on the surface, putting on a show of being deeply moved.

Seeing this, the security administrator smiled in satisfaction, thinking, You better put in a good word for me with the Clan Head, kid.

"Go on, the Clan Head is waiting for you. Remember to be humble, and you'll surely benefit in the future."

"Understood."

As Sosuke turned to leave, a middle-aged man with a grim expression walked out from inside.

"I never thought this brat would have a day like this."

The man was Sosuke's uncle, Uchiha Takeshi.

The details of the feud between him and his younger brother were unknown to anyone but the two of them. In any case, he definitely couldn't target that kid anymore.

"You'd best rein yourself in," the security administrator warned sternly. "Opening your Sharingan at six years old... you know better than I do what that means. Be careful of future reckoning."

"Hmph, as if I need you to remind me."

With a forceful flick of his sleeve, Takeshi left the interrogation room, his face dark.

Behind him, the administrator's face was full of mockery. How could he not understand the man's petty nature?

His proud son was easily defeated by his younger brother's child, becoming nothing more than a backdrop for the other's rise.

Forget about resolving the issue; this guy probably wouldn't sleep well for a week.

"Heh, this is what you call reaping what you sow."

Not long after, Sosuke met the current Clan Head in the conference room, Uchiha Tajima, who was also Madara and Izuna's father.

He had the classic black hedgehog hairstyle and wore a loose black combat suit. The man was currently lowering his head and writing something with a serious expression.

On the wall behind him hung a pale purple layered armor, and next to it, a gleaming longsword.

In later generations, hidden villages would be established, and Ninja Academies would be built to systematically train children. After graduation, they would be assigned teachers for guidance.

However, things were different now. Even within the Uchiha, without military achievements to support them, the only way to learn Ninjutsu was to copy it with the Sharingan.

Compared to the era of hidden villages, the ninjas of the Warring States period placed more emphasis on Taijutsu. Pure hand-to-hand combat was less effective than weaponry, which was why most renowned powerhouses possessed formidable Swordsmanship skills.

It was clear that Uchiha Tajima was also a master of Swordsmanship.

Standing silently without moving, Sosuke, despite his age, wasn't so impatient as to lose composure after waiting a few minutes.

After an unknown amount of time, Uchiha Tajima finally looked up, his gaze towards the youth filled with admiration. "Good, I like steady children."

"Sit down."

With the Clan Head's permission, Sosuke plopped down onto the chair beside him.

What followed was an extremely boring period of consolation. With a genius finally appearing in the clan, Tajima, as the Clan Head, naturally had to show some concern.

"Don't worry, no one in the clan will bully you from now on. If you encounter any trouble you can't solve, feel free to come to me."

Heh, sounds nice.

Brothers forever, but your phone's unreachable when you need them.

He had heard too much of this kind of hypocritical pleasantry. If he actually went to see the Clan Head, he probably wouldn't even be able to get through the door.

Uchiha Tajima possessed strong leadership abilities and his strength ranked among the peak of the Warring States period. However, he was a man who would stop at nothing to achieve his goals, even using his own son.

If he felt threatened, no matter how much of a "clan genius" he was, Tajima would chop Sosuke's head off without hesitation.

He could show his talent, but he couldn't covet power, or he would surely incur the Clan Head's hostility.

"Sigh, this is so troublesome."

Just as the thought of it being troublesome crossed his mind, he heard Clan Head Tajima speak.

"...I will arrange a teacher for you, ensuring you receive the best education."

"Thank you, Clan Head."

After much deliberation, he finally saw some benefit. Sosuke's smile couldn't help but become a bit more genuine.

With a dedicated teacher, his progress in all aspects would surely be rapid. He might even get some Fire Style Ninjutsu for free.

Huh, speaking of which, he hadn't tested his Chakra nature yet.

He'd definitely have the fire attribute; the others would depend on luck.

"My spiritual power is exceptionally strong, and I've even fused two souls. It wouldn't be too much to ask for mastery of all attributes, right?"

In fact, during the Hidden Village era, only Jonin-level ninja had the ability to develop a second Chakra nature.

Sarutobi Hiruzen developed all five elements, earning him the title "Professor of Ninjutsu" from the world, which showed just how difficult it was.

Of course, even without the corresponding attribute development, one could still use the related Ninjutsu. It would just significantly increase the learning difficulty and reduce the power of the released techniques.

After a brief chat, a man with a scar on his face walked in.

"Clan Head, you were looking for me?"

"Come here, let me introduce you." Tajima motioned for him to approach, then patted the boy's shoulder and introduced, "This is Sosuke. From now on, he will be your student."

Hearing this, the man's eyes immediately lit up, and he looked at Sosuke with curiosity.

The commotion today had already spread like wildfire throughout the clan. Everyone was saying the clan had produced an unparalleled genius who had awakened his Sharingan at the age of six.

Everyone used to say that the Young Clan Head's talent was rare in a century, but now it seemed the throne of the top genius might need to be adjusted.

Suddenly, the man seemed to think of something, his body trembling almost imperceptibly. The excited expression on his face quickly calmed.

"Sosuke, is that right? I am Uchiha Nagahiko. Starting tomorrow, you will be taught by me along with Izuna."

Izuna?

Sosuke was slightly taken aback. No wonder the Clan Head said he would receive the highest level of education. So, he would be studying alongside Izuna.

Thinking of this, an image of a spiky-haired boy suddenly flashed through his mind.

In that case, where exactly was Uchiha Madara right now?