Qingcheng's Arrival

Naruto and Sasuke were both stunned by Principal Kankan Tamaki's scolding, their faces flushed red, and they dared not utter a word.

Principal Kankan said with a serious expression, "I was born in the Warring States Period and have seen countless deaths and rebirths. I have never argued with my comrades because I know that on the battlefield, that person is your last lifeline. From now on, no one is allowed to argue with me."

Upon hearing this, Naruto said awkwardly, "I understand, I won't argue next time."

Sasuke, looking both embarrassed and smug, said, "Me too."

All the students were stunned by the stern ring, and said with fear, "This new principal is terrifying! Look at his red hair, it even changes color when he's angry!"

Even Iruka, standing to the side, looked surprised, thinking to himself, "This headmaster is so strict, but everything he says makes perfect sense. No wonder he's a veteran Jonin who's survived three Ninja World War; he's got a wealth of survival experience."

Huanjian looked at all the students, who had all become obedient, and then spoke with a serious expression, "Listen carefully, everyone. On the battlefield, you must learn to run away. This will greatly increase your chances of survival. So I've decided that your first lesson will be about practicing running speed."

Principal Kankan was about to have the students run again when a female teacher nearby reminded them, "The Fifth Hokage has arrived and wants to visit the students of the Ninja Academy."

Upon Principal Kankan said with a serious expression, "Alright, I understand. I'll have the students prepare themselves and get their spirits up."

The female teacher immediately said, "Principal Kankan, I'll go prepare some hot tea to serve the Hokage later."

Tamaki nodded, smiling, and said, "Then I'll have to trouble you, Teacher Mayumi."

The students on the playground were all excited when they heard that the Fifth Hokage was coming to the school, and they shouted, "The Fifth Hokage is coming to visit us! That's wonderful!"

A group of middle school students, their faces beaming with anticipation, shouted, "I heard the Fifth Hokage even brought out the Uchiha Clan's Ninjutsu and put it directly in the Hokage Building, so all the Konoha Jonin can go and learn it! That's amazing!"

Some middle school students, with expressions of admiration, said, "I've heard that the Uchiha Clan's most powerful technique is Fire Release Ninjutsu. Their Fire Release Ninjutsu can easily cover an entire forest."

Some middle school students excitedly shouted, "The Fifth Hokage is the Uchiha Clan's number one genius. He has awakened the Mangekyō Sharingan and can easily defeat Danzo. He is our Konoha's number one thief and our Konoha's guardian deity!"

Some junior high school students shouted, "That's right, that's right! I heard it too! The Fifth Hokage single-handedly eliminated the evil Shimura Danzō and wiped out all the evil Root ninjas to protect the village!"

The elementary school students chimed in, "We've also heard that the Fifth Hokage is the strongest Hokage. Hiruzen Sarutobi used to boast that he was the strongest Hokage of all time, but in front of the Fifth Hokage, he could only tremble like a quail!"

Some of the young girls, their faces full of anticipation, said, "The Fifth Hokage is still the Hokage Handsomest of all time. Last time we went to the Hokage inauguration ceremony, the Fifth Hokage even smiled at us!"

Sakura chimed in, "The Fifth Hokage was the most benevolent and righteous Hokage. He often used his own money to help the villagers of Konoha. My mom was even helped by the Hokage last time."

The children, all from ordinary families, said with admiration, "My mom was also helped by the Hokage, otherwise we really wouldn't have money to buy cosmetics."

Ino chimed in, "I've also heard that the Fifth Hokage personally intervened to stop the evil Konoha Crush Plan; otherwise, the Police Force personnel would still be fining people on the streets."

Principal Kankan, seeing the students chattering amongst themselves, shouted, "Shut up, all of you! The Fifth Hokage here! Everyone, give him a good round of applause and make a good impression on him!"

Upon hearing the principal's words, all the students replied with serious expressions, "We understand, Principal Kankan. We will definitely give him a big round of applause!"

Hearing the commotion at the main gate, Jonin Takemasa, "You maintain order among the students. Iruka-sensei, you and I will go greet the Hokage."

After saying that, Tamaki, leading a large group of teachers, headed straight for the gates of the Ninja Academy, ready to welcome the Fifth Hokage.

Some of the elementary school students, looking at Sasuke's serious face, asked again, "What does Sasuke Fifth Hokage like? You're the Fifth Hokage 'Fifth Hokage younger brother, you must know what his hobbies are."

Upon hearing this, Naruto instantly perked up and excitedly said, "Uchiha Sasuke, doesn't my hairstyle look like the Fifth Hokage's? I copied it from him. Look at my fluffy middle part!"

Sasuke looked at Naruto's excited face and said with a look of disdain, "You big idiot, don't flatter yourself. You can't even learn a fraction of what Brother Qingcheng is like. He's the pride of our Uchiha Clan."

Upon hearing this, Naruto retorted defiantly, "That's the Fifth Hokage, not just you Uchiha Clan! Besides, learning from the Hokage is an honorable thing!"

Seeing Naruto and Sasuke arguing again, the Director Takemasa Hokage is about to come in. Behave yourselves, understand?"

Sasuke and Naruto instantly looked embarrassed and stood obediently in the group.

Principal Kankan, accompanied by a group of teachers, walked directly to the main gate. Seeing Qingcheng arrive alone, they all looked on in surprise and said, "Hokage, why didn't you bring any guards?"

Qingcheng looked at Huanjian and the others who came to greet him, and said with a smile, "I am the Fifth Hokage of Konoha. Why would I need guards in Konoha? Wouldn't that be cutting myself off from the villagers?"

All the teachers, including the principal, respectfully replied upon hearing Qingcheng's words, "The Hokage is right. All the Konoha Ninja are your guards, so you don't need to bring any guards in Konoha."