Professor of Ninjutsu

After the conversation with Sarutobi Hiruzen concluded, Uchiha Ying Yue bowed once more to express his gratitude.

Sarutobi Hiruzen stood up, walked over to Uchiha Ying Yue, and patted his shoulder gently, his tone filled with encouragement: "Ying Yue, keep working hard. The future of Konoha needs young people like you."

Feeling the encouragement and expectations of Sarutobi Hiruzen, Uchiha Ying Yue nodded solemnly: "Lord Hokage, I will certainly not let you down."

"Go on, train well. I will be watching over you," Sarutobi Hiruzen said with a smile before turning back to his desk.

Uchiha Ying Yue bowed deeply, then turned and left the Hokage Office.

As Uchiha Ying Yue stepped out of the Hokage Building, he suddenly felt a slight ripple in his mind.

Immediately following, the notification sound of the Destiny System rang out in his consciousness:

[Destiny System Notification: Host has gained the recognition of Sarutobi Hiruzen. Destiny Points +500.]

Uchiha Ying Yue felt a surge of joy. As the Third Hokage of Konoha, the weight of Sarutobi Hiruzen's recognition was immense; this not only increased his Destiny Points but also signified a further rise in his influence and status.

But the system's notifications were not over:

[Destiny System Notification: Host has successfully altered the fate of the ninja world to a significant degree. A lottery chance has been granted.]

Uchiha Ying Yue was slightly stunned, then realized that he had indeed been a bit too active lately. It was only natural that he had significantly altered the future, though he hadn't checked how his Destiny Points were growing recently.

Walking along the streets of Konoha Village, the sound of the Destiny System's notification still echoed in his mind. Uchiha Ying Yue knew that this lottery chance was an extremely rare opportunity that could bring him a massive boost in power.

Uchiha Ying Yue silently commanded in his heart: "System, start the lottery."

Following his command, the Destiny System responded immediately. A strange energy began to surge within his consciousness, as if he had entered a space filled with infinite possibilities. The system interface appeared in his mind, and the lottery wheel began to spin slowly, with the names of various abilities and items flickering across it.

Uchiha Ying Yue's heart was filled with anticipation. He knew that no matter what he drew, this reward would have a significant impact on his growth.

As the rotation of the wheel gradually slowed, it finally stopped on an ability name. The system's voice rang out in his mind once more:

[System lottery in progress... Congratulations to the host for drawing the ability--Professor of Ninjutsu!]

Uchiha Ying Yue was slightly taken aback. "Professor of Ninjutsu?" This ability surprised him; wasn't this Sarutobi Hiruzen's title?

The system then explained the function of this ability to him:

[Professor of Ninjutsu: Host gains the talent of a Professor of Ninjutsu. Through this ability, the host can rapidly comprehend and master the principles of various ninjutsu. The speed of learning and the ability to understand ninjutsu will be greatly enhanced, and the host can teach these ninjutsu to others with extremely high efficiency.]

Uchiha Ying Yue carefully pondered the description of this ability, gradually realizing its potential value.

Although this ability doesn't directly increase my combat power, it allows me to better understand and teach ninjutsu, Uchiha Ying Yue thought to himself. This means I can not only learn new ninjutsu quickly but also teach them to others faster.

This was truly a major draw. With the [Professor of Ninjutsu] ability, he could master high-difficulty ninjutsu faster, improve his combat strength, and perhaps even create his own ninjutsu in the future.

Immediately, Uchiha Ying Yue opened his attribute panel to observe the changes in his stats.

[Character: Uchiha Ying Yue]

[Identity: Ninja Academy Student]

[Bloodline: Senju Clan, Uchiha Clan]

[Kekkei Genkai: Sage Body 37%, Sharingan (Unawakened) Pupil Power 82%, Wood Release]

[Chakra: 3500 (3.5 K)]

[Special Abilities: Ninja World Dance King, Professor of Ninjutsu]

[Ninjutsu: Three Basic Jutsu, Body Flicker Technique, Uchiha Style Taijutsu, Uchiha Style Shurikenjutsu, Wood Release: Wood Clone, Wood Release: Deep Forest Emergence, Wood Release: Cutting Technique, Wood Release: Wood Locking Wall, Eight Inner Gates (Gates unopened)]

[Destiny Points: 3460]

Uchiha Ying Yue looked at his attribute panel, a sense of satisfaction welling up in his heart. He noticed that thanks to his recent series of training and the help of the Destiny System, his overall strength had improved significantly.

In particular, the awakening level of his [Sage Body] had reached 37%, and the pupil power of his Sharingan had grown to 82%, which meant he was not far from awakening the Sharingan.

Uchiha Ying Yue's chakra volume had also increased substantially, now reaching 3.5 K, enough to support his use of higher-level ninjutsu.

His Destiny Points had been growing like a rocket during this period, now reaching 3460 points! At this moment, he was undoubtedly a focal point in Konoha Village. It could be said that the current Uchiha Ying Yue was a celebrity stirring up the winds in Konoha!

At the same time, the newly acquired [Professor of Ninjutsu] ability was clearly displayed on the attribute panel, making Uchiha Ying Yue realize his potential in ninjutsu for the future.

Uchiha Ying Yue carefully observed the attribute panel, and a plan for his next steps in training and development gradually formed in his mind.

Now that my chakra volume is quite considerable, I can try to practice higher-level Wood Release techniques while continuing to improve the awakening of my Sage Body and Sharingan, Uchiha Ying Yue thought. Especially the Sharingan; with pupil power at 82%, perhaps I will be able to successfully awaken it before long.

Although the [Professor of Ninjutsu] ability doesn't directly enhance combat power, it has given me new possibilities. Through this ability, I can try high-difficulty ninjutsu faster. A determined light flickered in Uchiha Ying Yue's eyes.

Uchiha Ying Yue had previously tested his chakra affinities: Fire, Lightning, Water, Earth, and Wind—he possessed all five. He had the Fire and Lightning affinities favored by the Uchiha Clan, the Water and Earth affinities favored by the Senju Clan, and a Wind affinity, which was not common in the bloodlines of either the Uchiha or the Senju.

Counting them up, because of his Sage Body and Sage Eyes, his Yin and Yang chakra affinities would not be lacking either. In that sense, he possessed all seven affinities. If Sarutobi Hiruzen was considered the "God of Ninja" for mastering five, what did that make him? The Sage of Six Paths?

Uchiha Ying Yue stood quietly on the streets of Konoha Village, reflecting on this series of events.

Uchiha Ying Yue had survived this crisis of trust. He felt that his ability to possess the bloodlines of both the Senju and Uchiha clans and the Wood Release without being targeted by the Konoha high command was largely due to the support of Uzumaki Mito.

Uzumaki Mito, as the wife of the First Hokage Senju Hashirama and the sister-in-law of Senju Tobirama, held a status and influence in Konoha Village that could not be ignored. Uzumaki Mito not only possessed great power but was also the first Nine-Tails Jinchuriki of Konoha Village.

Back then, during the negotiations with the Cloud Village, Senju Tobirama had sacrificed himself to protect his subordinates, designating Sarutobi Hiruzen as the Third Hokage before his death.

However, at that time, Sarutobi Hiruzen was only in his twenties, and his strength was merely that of an elite jonin; neither his prestige nor his strength was sufficient to suppress the old veterans who had fought their way through the Warring States period.

But Sarutobi Hiruzen had gained the support of Uzumaki Mito, who possessed immense prestige and formidable power.

She was originally the daughter of Uzumaki Ashina, the patriarch of the Uzumaki Clan, and a genius of her people; she married Senju Hashirama due to the marriage alliance between the Uzumaki Clan and the Senju Clan.

Recalling the Nine-Tails' hatred for Uzumaki Mito in the original story, it is evident that the Nine-Tails did not have an easy time while sealed within her. Other jinchuriki have to communicate and build a rapport with their tailed beasts, and obtaining a tailed beast's chakra is never an easy task.

Uzumaki Mito possessed powerful sealing techniques, allowing her to extract the Nine-Tails' chakra whenever she pleased. To the Nine-Tails, this was not a request; it was a command, an act of enslavement.

Even if anyone had objections to Senju Tobirama having Sarutobi Hiruzen succeed him as the Third Hokage, they would likely have had to consider the opinion of Lady Uzumaki Mito: "I've been so busy draining the Nine-Tails that I've forgotten to drain you."

Without the support of Uzumaki Mito, Sarutobi Hiruzen and his team—Shimura Danzo, Utatane Koharu, Mitokado Homura, and the others—would likely have been unable to smoothly take over the leadership of Konoha Village.

The existence of Uzumaki Mito not only solidified Sarutobi Hiruzen's position as Hokage but also ensured the stability and continuity of Konoha Village.

It can be said that Uzumaki Mito did them a great service. She held profound influence over the high-ranking officials of Konoha Village; whether it was Sarutobi Hiruzen or Shimura Danzo and the others, they almost unconditionally supported any decision made by Uzumaki Mito.