Uchiha Fugaku knew exactly what his friend wanted to say, but he wouldn't allow him to say it aloud.
The position of class monitor is equivalent to the most respected person in the class besides the teacher. Although Minato Namikaze Minato was unintentionally chosen as class monitor by Uchiha Kō after making a small request, it was a good thing for him.
Most of the ninjas here in the first battle have backgrounds: they're from the Uchiha, the Hyuga clan, the Ino-Shika-Cho, or the sons of former Hokage families. Only Namikaze Minato is a commoner ninja.
This position isn't very useful for them, but it's a significant boost for Namikaze Minato, making everyone look at him with more respect.
Didn't you see Sarutobi Shinnosuke's eyes practically spitting fire? You brat, if you weren't my buddy, I wouldn't be taking this risk today. Cover your mouth.
Uchiha Fugaku muttered to himself, then looked at Uchiha Kō and gave an awkward smile. Uchiha Kō glared at him, indicating that he should wait until school was over.
Uchiha Kō understood his intention in a flash, but he didn't stop him. Instead, he nodded and said, "In that case, Minato, you'd better work hard and not let me down."
Namikaze Minato nodded one last time. Seeing this, Uchiha Fugaku breathed a sigh of relief, released his hand from Namikaze Minato's, and sat back down.
"Teacher, don't worry, I will definitely work hard in my cultivation, unite with my classmates, and not let you down." His eyes were full of determination, and his tone was extremely serious.
"Yes, I believe you." Uchiha Kō smiled with satisfaction. As expected of the Little Sun, even his words were so reassuring.
Hiashi Hyuga Hiashi at Namikaze Minato, his eyes filled with tenderness. "Minato- nii is now the class representative, that's amazing!"
Yamanaka Inoichi and Akimichi Choza exchanged a glance, then looked at Namikaze Minato with a strange expression in their eyes.
Only Sarutobi Shinnosuke's eyes looked like he wanted to devour someone. Damn it, he was appointed class representative just for saying hello!
Afterwards, Uchiha Kō asked them to introduce themselves one by one. Of course, he knew their information very well, but he just wanted to see their current personalities.
Everything was normal until Sarutobi Shinnosuke, "Master, my name is Sarutobi Shinnosuke! I am the son of the Third Hokage Sarutobi Hiruzen."
Upon hearing this, everyone in the classroom, including Uchiha Kō, frowned. Uchiha Kō looked at Danzo, and Shimura Danzō also frowned.
When did my nephew become like this?! He was explaining his relationship with Uchiha Kō and his family background to his future friends and classmates.
Is this how Hiruzen taught him?
"Shinnosuke!" Just as Shimura Danzō was about to speak, Uchiha Kō stopped him with a gesture, then spoke calmly.
"Hmm, I have a basic understanding of your information. Danzo, you will teach them history and literature. Sarutobi Shinnosuke, come out here, I have something to say to you." Uchiha Kō's expression remained unchanged, and no one could discern his emotions.
However, Shimura Danzō understood that Uchiha Kō was angry, and he began to worry about Sarutobi Shinnosuke.
Sarutobi Shinnosuke looked at the others with a proud expression, gesturing to them, "Did you see that? My master spoke to me privately. You don't get that kind of treatment, do you?"
He then looked at Uchiha Kō. Uchiha Kō smiled faintly, and Shimura Danzō on stage to give a lecture, "Let's turn to..."
Uchiha Kō walked out of the classroom, followed closely by Sarutobi Shinnosuke. Watching this scene, Namikaze Minato's heart remained as calm as still water. Neither the address nor the background had any effect on him.
Uchiha Fugaku looked at Sarutobi Shinnosuke at the door with a mocking expression and said indifferently, "Idiot, he's going to get beaten up!"
Even Uchiha Fugaku wouldn't dare to introduce himself as the eldest son of the Uchiha Clan's head line.
Because he knew very well what kind of person Uchiha Kō was, while Hyuga Hiashi remained silent, but in his heart he already looked down on Sarutobi Shinnosuke.
His father, Hyuga Akagi, repeatedly told him to always be humble, to make friends with geniuses, and not to care too much about his background. "How can you be sure that someone who is inferior to you today won't become someone you can't surpass tomorrow?"
He then observed Namikaze Minato, who was acting as if nothing had happened, listening attentively and actively expressing his doubts. This made Shimura Danzō forget the unpleasantness from earlier and start laughing continuously.
Every now and then, I would ask Namikaze Minato some questions and seek his insights. Namikaze Minato could always answer them and even offer his own perspectives, which was quite impressive.
Namikaze Minato's diligent study also changed the attitudes of others, who began to listen attentively in class, which made Shimura Danzō a great sense of accomplishment.
His voice grew louder and louder as he lectured, and one could tell from his tone that he was in a pleasant mood.
Outside the door
Uchiha Kō stood on the playground, his gaze deep as he looked at the track, waiting for the children behind him to catch up.
Sarutobi Shinnosuke thought his master was going to give him special training, but when he walked up to Uchiha Kō, he suddenly felt a chill down his spine.
"Kneel down!" Uchiha Kō said calmly, without joy or anger, his voice flat. Sarutobi Shinnosuke was taken aback and looked at Uchiha Kō Uchiha Kō, whose eyes revealed indifference.
"Shinnosuke, all I taught you was to announce your family name and intimidate others with your power?" Uchiha Kō's words startled Sarutobi Shinnosuke. He came to his senses and realized that his master seemed to be someone who couldn't tolerate any dissent.
And upon reflecting on his behavior just now, he couldn't help but turn pale, gritting his teeth. What had he done?! Shinnosuke!
"You were my first disciple, and I had high hopes for you, but your performance today has disappointed me," said Uchiha Kō.
He suddenly sat down on the ground, patted the ground beside him, and gestured for Sarutobi Shinnosuke to sit down. Sarutobi Shinnosuke trembled and dared not sit down.
Uchiha Kō didn't press the matter, but continued his lecture, "I ask you, Fugaku, did Hiashi reveal his identity?"
"No." Sarutobi Shinnosuke was panicking and knew he had made a mistake. He lowered his head, not daring to look at Uchiha Kō.
"What about Inoichi and Choza? They are heirs of great clans, just like you. Have they ever boasted about their clans or their status in front of others?" Uchiha Kō asked again.
"No." Sarutobi Shinnosuke's voice trembled slightly; he bit his lip, and his eyes began to well up with tears.
Seeing this, Uchiha Kō sighed, put his arm around Shinnosuke, and said calmly, "You're just jealous, thinking I'm unhappy with my choice of Namikaze Minato as class representative, and you want to put him down, right?"
Sarutobi Shinnosuke could no longer hold back his tears, which streamed down his face. "Master, I was wrong. I've let you down!"