The Start of School

The awakening of his lineage made Naruto even more interested in the power of bloodlines.

At the same time, he began to adjust his plans.

While researching sealing techniques, he also needed to study bloodlines.

Strictly speaking, Naruto's research was different from that of Orochimaru; Naruto's so-called research relied on the Twin Palms to forcibly fuse things together. In the face of the Twin Palms, there was no such thing as rejection.

The Twin Palms could thoroughly alter both the soul and the body.

It truly was an ability suited for this world.

As his thoughts shifted, half a year passed. Just as Naruto was becoming increasingly absorbed in his work, a shadow clone at his home suddenly dispersed.

Extra memories flooded into his mind.

It turned out that the Third Hokage had visited today and brought Naruto his enrollment notice for the academy.

That was why the clone had notified the original body.

Time has passed so quickly.

The plot is beginning.

Naruto was six years old this year.

Name: Naruto Uzumaki
Bloodline: Uzumaki Bloodline
Cultivation Method: Triple Inversion
Skills: Fire Style, Twin Palms, Adamantine Sealing Chains, Mind's Eye of the Kagura
Restrictions: Cinnabar Mark
Draws: 1

The draw had refreshed, but Naruto was in no hurry; he would wait until he saw Hinata next time to try it. Since he had already transmigrated, he had no choice but to believe in luck. By comparison, Naruto felt his own luck didn't seem very good.

Since he had been notified, it was time for Naruto to return. He split off a few clones to continue the research here.

Naruto relied on Fire Style to return to his home.

The house was spotless, just as it had been before.

After making something simple to eat, Naruto began to rest. Ever since he started his research, he hadn't rested properly.

The next day.

The new term at the Ninja Academy began.

It was very lively today.

Naruto was quite interested in the Ninja Academy, but he was even more interested in being able to see Hinata.

Compared to the original story, the current Naruto had changed significantly; his body was slender, and his eyes were bright.

After tidying up, Naruto walked out the door.

As soon as he reached the street, he felt that the atmosphere today was different. Everyone was beaming with joy; some were envious, while others were resentful.

Naruto didn't linger too long and quickly crossed the street. By now, the area around the Ninja Academy was packed, with all the children being brought there by their parents.

"What a drag. I told you, I could have come by myself," a pineapple-haired boy said lazily, his hands behind his head.

"You brat, take this seriously."

Lu Jiu looked helpless.

"Brother, there are so many people."

Sasuke was holding Itachi Uchiha's hand, looking around curiously.

As the son of the clan head, Sasuke rarely left the clan grounds, and this was his first time seeing so many people.

"Mm, Sasuke, you must study hard."

Itachi Uchiha looked on with doting eyes, saying nothing more.

Not far from the entrance, Hinata looked around with a nervous little face. Not seeing Naruto's figure, she felt a wave of disappointment.

"My lady, what are you looking for? It's time to go in."

The maid beside her looked puzzled; as for Naruto, she had long since forgotten him.

"Mm."

Hinata's little face became visibly unhappy.

Before the maid could speak again, Hinata's eyes suddenly lit up.

"I'm going in first."

After saying that, Hinata ran toward the school.

Naruto, who had just arrived, was also shocked by the bustling scene.

This was the first time he had seen such a lively scene in this world.

A single glance swept across the crowd, revealing many familiar faces: Shikaku Nara, Sasuke Uchiha, and Itachi Uchiha.

Almost everyone present was a well-known figure from Konoha.

In this world, those who possessed a surname belonged to a clan.

It was easy to distinguish who belonged to a clan and who did not; one only had to look at their clothing, as every clan had its own crest.

Naturally, Naruto Uzumaki wore one as well.

These clothes had all been prepared for him by the Third Hokage.

Naruto Uzumaki's arrival drew the attention of several people.

"Naruto Uzumaki."

Those who recognized him felt their gazes flicker, their expressions turning complex.

"Dad, is there something wrong with that kid?" Shikamaru Nara noticed his father's expression.

"Hmm, nothing. Just the son of an old acquaintance."

Shikaku Nara did not say more; Naruto Uzumaki's identity remained a secret.

Shikamaru Nara curiously glanced at Naruto Uzumaki, who happened to look over at that exact moment.

However, after a brief look, he turned his head away.

Sasuke Uchiha's gaze also drifted toward Naruto Uzumaki involuntarily.

After a simple glance, Naruto Uzumaki did not greet anyone and walked straight toward the school.

As Naruto Uzumaki passed by, the scene fell eerily silent.

The commoners were wary and fearful, cursing inwardly: How could the Hokage allow this demon fox to come here?

"What about the safety of the children who are with him?"

"Minato's son, he's grown so much already."

Whether they knew him or not, everyone fell silent.

Naruto Uzumaki remained oblivious, though the children sensed the strange atmosphere.

The children of commoners all knew of this boy, as their parents had specifically instructed them not to interact with him.

As for the children from the clans, they merely watched Naruto Uzumaki with curiosity.

Naruto Uzumaki entered the gates.

As soon as he stepped inside, he felt a familiar gaze.

Following the direction of the gaze, he saw a small head secretly observing him.

"Long time no see, Hinata."

Naruto Uzumaki waved a casual greeting.

"Naruto-kun, long time no see."

Hinata offered a timid greeting.

Her voice was so soft that even she could barely hear it.

Naruto Uzumaki did not mind, nor was he in any rush to approach her for further conversation.

One after another, all the children entered the school grounds.

On the playground.

The children gathered there, chattering and making a ruckus.

From this, one could easily tell who were the clan descendants and who were the commoners.

Standing at the front were the commoners, their faces flushed with excitement as they chattered away.

In contrast, the clan descendants stood at the back, silent and composed.

Naruto Uzumaki naturally stood among those in the back.

These people in the rear were sizing each other up.

No one spoke, and after an unknown amount of time, the Third Hokage suddenly appeared at the front.

He then delivered a passionate speech.

He spoke of the Will of Fire and offered words of encouragement.

To the children, it was like being fed a century-old ginseng soup; each of them was filled with vigor.

They all set the Hokage as their life goal.

Naruto Uzumaki remained expressionless.

Hinata secretly peeked at Naruto Uzumaki.

After the long-winded speech about the Will of Fire concluded, the class assignments began.

Naruto Uzumaki and the others were naturally placed in the same class, which belonged to the elite tier.

Entering the classroom, everyone began to look for their preferred seats.

Naruto Uzumaki walked straight toward the back row; in the original story, he had chosen the front row to attract attention.

But now, Naruto Uzumaki only wanted to be a peaceful dead last.

Leaning against the back window, Naruto Uzumaki sat down directly.

Hinata hesitated for a moment before choosing to sit next to Naruto Uzumaki.

Shikamaru Nara and the others also chose the back row.

In no time at all, everyone had selected their seats.

Naruto Uzumaki swept his gaze across the room; it was mostly the same as in the original story.

More than half of the Konoha 11 were here.

Ino Yamanaka, Shikamaru Nara, Sakura Haruno, Sasuke Uchiha, Kiba Inuzuka, Hinata, and Choji Akimichi.

He felt as though someone was still missing.

Suddenly, Naruto Uzumaki noticed a guy wearing sunglasses.

What a low sense of presence.

Footsteps echoed, and those who were still chattering fell silent.

A moment later, a young man walked through the door.

He looked a bit shy.

"Hello everyone, my name is Iruka. I am your homeroom teacher. Please take care of me from here on out."

Iruka stood at the front, introduced himself, and gave a deep bow.

"Hello, teacher."

All the students gave him the courtesy of a reply.

"Alright, it's a new day. Everyone, please give a brief self-introduction so your classmates can get to know you."

"Teacher, how should we introduce ourselves?"

A young boy sitting in the front asked curiously.

"State your name, your hobbies, and your dreams," Iruka explained.