Uchiha Fugaku's Joy!

"You want me to serve as a jonin sensei?"

Inside the Hokage's office, Kakashi was visibly shocked after hearing the orders issued by Sarutobi Hiruzen.

"Heh... there is no other way. The Council of Elders unanimously recommended you, and I also believe you are the most suitable candidate."

Watching the stunned Kakashi, Sarutobi Hiruzen let out a wry, soft chuckle.

"Then why did you not consider letting the three of them remain at the Ninja Academy? They are still so young."

Kakashi met Sarutobi Hiruzen's gaze and asked quietly.

This was not an attempt by Kakashi to shirk the mission; he simply felt that it was risky for Sasuke and the others to graduate from the Ninja Academy so early. After all, ninja missions were often unpredictable and fraught with danger.

"I have certainly considered that..." Sarutobi Hiruzen chuckled softly, looking at Kakashi's masked face with a smile. "The elders have all agreed to their graduation..."

"Uh... very well then."

Kakashi pursed his lips. He understood now that no matter what, he was destined to be this team's instructor.

"Well? Do you agree? If it is truly impossible, then forget it; I shall find another suitable jonin." Seeing Kakashi's apparent reluctance, Sarutobi Hiruzen shook his head helplessly and said.

"Then let me test them... but I must subject them to an assessment. If they do not meet my standards, I will certainly not take on the role of their instructor."

Becoming a jonin sensei was a significant responsibility, and Kakashi had his own principles, so he responded quickly.

"Heh, that is certainly allowed. Testing graduating students is the right of every instructor." Sarutobi Hiruzen nodded with a smile. "Of course, if none of them pass your test, I will have grounds to keep them at the Ninja Academy for another year."

"I understand!"

Kakashi smiled faintly.

"Very well. I will arrange for someone to temporarily cover your position in the Anbu. Go to the Ninja Academy tomorrow to collect your team."

Sarutobi Hiruzen let out a sigh of relief and said softly.

"Understood."

Kakashi nodded and headed toward the door.

With the Third Hokage's permission, Iruka invited Uchiha Fugaku to the Ninja Academy, as Sasuke's early graduation required a parent's signature.

Uchiha Fugaku was already familiar with this process and quickly completed the paperwork for Sasuke's graduation.

Near dusk, the four members of the Uchiha family gathered in the living room for dinner. The smile on Uchiha Fugaku's face had not faded since he left the Ninja Academy.

In the past, Itachi had brought great glory to the family by graduating from the Ninja Academy in just one year. Now, Sasuke had done it in only three months. As the father of two geniuses, Uchiha Fugaku was naturally filled with immense excitement and pride.

"Sasuke, you graduated from the Ninja Academy in three months. How did you train..." While eating, Uchiha Fugaku suddenly set down his bowl and chopsticks, asking with a cryptic smile.

Hearing this, Sasuke froze for a moment.

"Father, there are no shortcuts to success. As long as one works hard, anyone can achieve it. Plus, Brother often gives me pointers on my training, which is why my progress has been so fast." Sasuke scratched his head and answered with a smile.

Sasuke's rapid graduation was certainly linked to Itachi, but Itachi knew clearly that his help was not the deciding factor; it was Sasuke's own hard work that had carried him through.

"Itachi's strength may already surpass my own. Having his guidance will certainly be a boon to your training."

Uchiha Fugaku nodded and said softly.

"Brother is my idol; I will definitely listen to everything he says."

At these words, Sasuke smiled slightly.

"Do not let the achievements of today make you arrogant, and do not let them cause you to slacken in your training. Once you become a Genin, you will participate in the Chunin Exams. The younger generation from all the other clans in Konoha will be there, and you must not tarnish the reputation of the Uchiha Clan."

Uchiha Fugaku pondered for a moment, then shifted into the role of a stern father, his expression turning solemn.

Sasuke was naturally aware of the Chunin Exams. They were the most bustling days in Konoha, held twice a year, and generally served as an important occasion for the great nations to observe each other's national strength. Therefore, every nation placed great importance on these exams.

To achieve good results in the Chunin Exams, the Genin who participated were the elite of their respective nations; the opponents would naturally be very strong.

But when faced with a challenge, Sasuke had never been afraid!

"I understand, Father. I will continue to train hard and become a Chunin as soon as possible."

Sasuke pulled his thoughts back and looked up with a smile.

"Good."

Uchiha Fugaku nodded in satisfaction and said, "After you finish eating, come to the courtyard. I have something to tell you."

"Understood."

Not knowing what Uchiha Fugaku had in mind, Sasuke could only nod.

After dinner, Uchiha Fugaku and Sasuke met as agreed in the spacious courtyard.

"Sasuke, once you become a Genin, you will begin taking on missions. Although you will only be doing D-Rank Missions, for the sake of your safety, you still need to master many ninjutsu."

Staring at Sasuke, Uchiha Fugaku smiled faintly.

These simple words revealed the deep care a father held for his child.

And Sasuke felt as if he were looking once again at that great father from Naruto—a man with little screen time, often overlooked by fans, yet truly profound.

Itachi-sama massacred the Uchiha Clan.

Why did Uchiha Fugaku not resist? Was it because his strength was inferior to Itachi-sama? In truth, that was not the case; to have become the clan head, his strength had certainly been acknowledged long ago.

Furthermore, Uchiha Fugaku had been a candidate for the Fourth Hokage, though Namikaze Minato was chosen in the end.

If Uchiha Fugaku had chosen to resist, it likely would not have been easy for Itachi-sama and Obito to kill him. But if that had happened, Itachi would have been punished for failing his mission, and even if Sasuke had survived, he would have had nowhere left to turn!

For the sake of his two children, Uchiha Fugaku willingly chose death; he was a truly remarkable father.

"So, tonight, Father will teach you the most basic ninjutsu of the Uchiha Clan."

Just as Sasuke was lost in his analytical thoughts, Uchiha Fugaku added this sentence.

The most basic ninjutsu? It wouldn't be the Great Fireball Technique, would it?

Upon hearing the follow-up, Sasuke immediately guessed as much in his heart.

"Sasuke, watch closely!"

"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"

After finishing the hand seals, Uchiha Fugaku immediately spat out a mass of scorching flames, and for a moment, the dimly lit courtyard was instantly illuminated.

It really was this ninjutsu!

Sasuke was all too familiar with this Fire Style technique; he had already mastered it three months ago.

"Sasuke, you give it a try!"

With his arms crossed over his chest, Uchiha Fugaku looked forward to Sasuke's performance.

"Alright, Father!"

Nodding, Sasuke brought his hands together and quickly formed the seals.

In truth, Sasuke could have told the truth and informed Uchiha Fugaku that he had already learned the Great Fireball Technique, but he chose not to. Uchiha Fugaku teaching him ninjutsu was a manifestation of fatherly love, and Sasuke thoroughly enjoyed the process.

"Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique!"

Under Uchiha Fugaku's gaze, Sasuke earnestly completed the ninjutsu. The fireball he spat out was perfect, even surpassing the one Uchiha Fugaku had just produced.

"Haha, as expected of my son!"

"To have mastered it on your first attempt!"

Seeing Sasuke's outstanding performance, Uchiha Fugaku laughed happily.

Looking at the smile plastered across Uchiha Fugaku's face, Sasuke felt an immense sense of joy in his heart as well.