What? This kid was Lord Hokage's disciple?
Everyone present, aside from Kakashi, had already been stunned by the Third Hokage's earlier announcement. Hearing this news now left them even more dumbfounded.
Ueno Kei was also slightly taken aback, clearly caught off guard. He had never expected the Third Hokage to reveal their relationship in front of everyone.
And he wanted him to be the overall person in charge of the Chunin Exams? That made him the chief examiner, didn't it? Honestly, Ueno Kei was completely stunned at that moment.
Fortunately, he regained his senses after only a moment. Facing the Third Hokage's gentle smile—
The words Ueno Kei had originally wanted to say were forcibly swallowed back down.
Instead, he said, "Yes! Teacher Sarutobi, I understand." Since the Third Hokage had said so, it meant he had already given the matter careful consideration. Ueno Kei felt it was best to follow the Third Hokage's arrangements in such matters. As for how to address him—
Originally, Ueno Kei had called the Third Hokage "Lord Hokage" in public. Now that the Third Hokage had referred to himself as his teacher, it would be inappropriate for Ueno Kei to keep putting on airs.
Seeing Ueno Kei agree, the Third Hokage nodded and said nothing more. He waved a hand, signaling that the meeting was over.
The shinobi present naturally understood the Third Hokage's gesture. As they left, however, they all cast rather furtive glances at Ueno Kei.
Though each glance was subtle, there were too many people and they were far too close for Ueno Kei not to notice. Feeling the needle-like gazes at his back, Ueno Kei wore a faintly bitter smile. What was this supposed to be? Was he famous now?
Sarutobi Asuma and Yuhi Kurenai's gazes were especially peculiar. The