A Few Things to Do Before Class

Therefore, a major motivation for many students to quickly enter the application stage is that they no longer need to attend academic classes.

However, the two sessions that Uchiha Shingen wanted to see were now at the end of the training phase, so he could still watch them without any problems.

Although the Ninja Academy has been expanded several times, the classrooms are still the same as they were originally.

The classroom design adheres to the concept of "conducting relaxed education in a relaxed space".

To put it simply, the space needs to be large and the lighting needs to be bright; a cramped space should not increase the students' mental stress.

But it's not just the space that's large.

To ensure adequate lighting, the windows need to be large, and also so that it's easy to jump out in case of an emergency—how can you call yourself a ninja if you can't even jump out of a window?

To match the spacious classrooms, the blackboards also had to be large—in official terms, this reflected the teachers' enthusiasm and was filled with their expectations for the students.

The classroom door is an ordinary door, but it was designed from the outset to provide ample room for mischievous students to run wild.

The podium is spacious enough to allow for hands-on teaching or small-group instruction, with the sole purpose of ensuring that every student receives individual attention from the teacher.

As Uchiha Shingen walked down the corridor, he would stop and observe the students inside each classroom.

As expected, the students in the academic classes, while not exactly drowsy, weren't paying much attention either.

This is completely different from the students in the basic stage. At that time, everyone was full of curiosity, but in the practice stage, the students are under competitive pressure. They pay more attention to courses that improve their own strength, and naturally find the academic courses boring.

But there are exceptions.

When Uchiha Shingen walked into the third classroom, he saw Haku and Karin.

So these two kids have the same homeroom teacher?

Neither Haku nor Karin noticed that Uchiha Shingen was right outside the window; they were listening intently to the lesson.

"These two children are very focused," the Ministry of Education said. "Even the academic subjects that students at this stage generally find boring are like this."

"They've suffered hardships," Uchiha Shingen said with a smile. "They all joined the village halfway through their lives, so they cherish it more than others."

"That makes sense," the Minister of Ministry of Education agreed.

Children who come to the village later in life face a high barrier to entry into school, but once they are admitted, they will definitely study very hard.

Strive not to miss any opportunity to receive an education.

Uchiha Shingen observed for a while, then continued on his way.

In the fourth classroom, he saw the three boys from Team Guy, one of the Konoha 12 from the original timeline.

Rock Lee uses hard work as his motto and truly works hard, is easy to recognize, not only because of his thick eyebrows, but also because his every move embodies the meaning of "hard work".

When you see this person, you'll think—this guy works incredibly hard!

Tenten, affectionately known as "Little Rich Girl," is quite easy to recognize.

But the easiest to recognize is Neji Hyuga.

Given the current relationship between the Uchiha Clan and Hyuga Clan, Uchiha Shingen Hizashi Hyuga, and of course he has seen his beloved son whom he is so proud of.

The Neji Hyuga this timeline isn't as bitter and resentful as he was in the original timeline, but he's not exactly lively either. You can tell he's trying hard not to get distracted.

On the platform, the Ninja Academy teacher was giving a lesson in a serious and methodical manner. The academic subject, to put it simply, was about cultivating the Will of Fire.

Of course, it can't be done so blatantly; instead, it's promoted indirectly by telling stories of how to forge a ninja's beliefs.

This didn't resonate with Neji Hyuga much.

Strictly speaking, the Hyuga Clan branch of the family doesn't require overly strong individualistic thinking.

Neji Hyuga was a genius, and geniuses mature early. His precocity was on par with that of Uchiha Itachi in his prime. The difference was that Uchiha Itachi pursued the Will of Fire, while Neji Hyuga's pursuit was...

This is Hyuga Clan's internal affair, Uchiha Clan, out of respect for their ally, will not comment on it.

If this set of equipment appeared in the Uchiha Clan, it would cause an uproar in no time.

Uchiha Shingen was certain of one thing: if anyone wanted to use this on their child, he would make that person disappear along with the Ninjutsu.

Neji Hyuga was trying to concentrate, also felt himself being watched. He turned around and saw Uchiha Shingen outside the window.

He was taken aback.

As Hizashi Hyuga's son, Uchiha Shingen would be teaching at the school, which Neji Hyuga knew, but he didn't expect this important figure from the Uchiha Clan to arrive so quickly.

Instinctively, he wanted to stand up, then remembered he was still in class.

Uchiha Shingen smiled and nodded at him from outside the window, then continued walking towards the next classroom.

He saw Uchiha Sasuke.

Most of the Konoha 12 from the original timeline are in this classroom.

This classroom is the most unique.

First up is the secret trio.

Choji Akimichi is secretly eating snacks, Ino Yamanaka is secretly watching Uchiha Sasuke, and Nara Shikamaru is secretly sleeping—well, sleeping with his eyes open.

Then there's the trio of upright and honorable individuals.

Naruto Uzumaki is sleeping openly, Uchiha Sasuke is practicing calligraphy openly, and Inuzuka Kiba is playing with a puppy openly.

The most serious one was actually Konohamaru Sarutobi, oh, and there was also a girl with a wide forehead, probably Sakura Haruno.

The others were average; they weren't exactly inattentive, but they were just so-so.

However, the children in this classroom were less attentive than in the previous classrooms, because many of them noticed someone's arrival as soon as Uchiha Shingen walked in.

When Uchiha Sasuke saw that it was Uchiha Shingen had arrived, he was startled and instinctively put his notebook away.

Inuzuka Kiba's eyes lit up, then he grasped the puppy's chubby paw in his arms and made a waving greeting gesture...

Uchiha Shingen really wanted to confiscate Akamaru to see if Inuzuka Kiba would be able to concentrate on his studies.

Uchiha Sasuke glared fiercely at Uchiha Shingen, then ended his observation and left.

"Lord Shingen, there's no need to be angry. These children are all very talented."

The Minister of Ministry of Education, who had been standing beside Uchiha Shingen, said to him with a smile.

"Minister, I know," Uchiha Shingen said with a wry smile, "But Sasuke is indeed..."

"Uchiha Sasuke is indeed quite mischievous, but his test scores are among the best of all the students, as you know. He, along with Naruto Uzumaki and Konohamaru Sarutobi, far surpasses the other students."

"Yes, Minister, I've already selected the students." Based on his observations and the actual situation, Uchiha Shingen had a clear idea of what to expect.

"Oh? Which students did you choose?" The Minister of Ministry of Education breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this. If Uchiha Shingen didn't select good people, he wouldn't have any peace and quiet at home.

How many spots do I have?

"Six, that's the plan we've discussed. You can then choose three more from them for the graduation exam."

"That makes it simple: Sasuke, Naruto, Naruto, plus Haku, Karin, and Neji Hyuga."

"I see, I understand now."

Chapter Six: A Few Things to Do Before Class

The Ninja Academy had everything prepared perfectly.

They were especially meticulous in their Jonin for Uchiha Shingen, the first Jonin to respond to the new teaching plan.

However, considering the students' reactions, Uchiha Shingen will seize the opportunity during the initial training phase and then provide private lessons and special training to the students he has selected once they have truly entered the application phase.

Personally, he also wanted to get to know the other students better and teach them something.

Since he's already here, it won't make a difference if he gives a few more open lectures.

Once in his office, Uchiha Shingen sat down and began to think about what he should teach.

Mainly Neji Hyuga and Kiba.

Of course, there's plenty of time; you can think about it slowly.

At present, the first thing to consider is the content of the open class.

During the training phase, the students were most interested in Ninjutsu, without exception.

The Ninjutsu mentioned here naturally refers to the Eight Gates elemental escape techniques.

Uchiha Shingen had similar experiences, so I can understand.

That's why they don't teach escape techniques.

At least 80% of the ninjas on the battlefield were not killed by ninjutsu.

The deadliest weapon in the world is not any seemingly powerful Ninjutsu, but Kunai and Shuriken.

The most frequently used escape technique is the Explosive Tag from the Fire Release.

Although it sounds cruel, for many Konoha Ninja, graduating from the Ninja Academy is the most fulfilling moment of their ninja career, after which they stop at the Genin.

What accompanied them throughout their ninja careers would never be Eight Gates of advanced Ninjutsu.

The turn-based combat is a unique kind of "romance" belonging to the Jonin and even the Five Kage.

With this in mind, Uchiha Shingen spent the entire morning preparing his lesson plan.

During this period, he spent less than an hour in the office.

When he returned to the Ninja Academy, it was already lunch break time.

After informing the staff in the teaching office of the afternoon's class schedule, he returned to his office and took a nap on the sofa.

An hour later, he opened his eyes precisely on time.

Time's up, let's get started.

He got up with renewed energy, warmed up in the office, and showed off his kind and approachable teacher smile in the mirror. He was quite satisfied with his appearance before leaving.

Textbooks? There's no such thing; he's never brought textbooks to class.

Keep criticizing him, he won't change.

He went out of the building and onto the playground. The students hadn't come down yet, so he used Magnet Release to create a warm sand chair and sat down to rest.

The weather is quite nice today; the sun is shining brightly, but it's not too hot, and it's warm.

Finally, the first student came out of the building; it was Bai.

He spotted his teacher and brother-in-law sunbathing on the playground and was overjoyed. Using the Body Flicker Technique that Uchiha Shingen had taught him, he dashed over in a flash.

"Teacher!"

"Hmm, good boy." Uchiha Shingen smiled, quite satisfied.

Sure enough, Bai was the most punctual.

He truly deserves to be called his disciple.

You, Sasuke, not only daydream in class but also dare to be late!

"Good afternoon, teacher," a crisp voice rang out from the side.

"Yes, teacher saw it. Karin was on time too." Uchiha Shingen skillfully reached out and patted Karin's head. The little girl was happy to receive praise.

Behind the two punctual children, the sounds of children shouting could be heard, and more and more students were running out.

Looking at it this way, the times are about the same.

Among the crowd, only Uchiha Sasuke hidden and furtive.

Ever since Uchiha Sasuke was discovered by Mikoto Uchiha for secretly studying the Fugaku Uchiha Mikoto Manual, he has become obsessed with this game of secretly practicing calligraphy, with Uchiha Mikoto as his only opponent.

Uchiha Fugaku was very happy about this. Although he couldn't say it to his wife, he was very proud that his youngest son admired his calligraphy so much.

As for Uchiha Itachi, he found everything Sasuke did adorable.

Don't ask, the answer is that children only appear smart because they are mischievous.

Only Uchiha Mikoto was furious.

Since Uchiha Shingen and Uchiha Mikoto are like siblings, he would also help keep an eye on her.

But what Uchiha Shingen wants to say is that the White Snake Sage no longer watches Uchiha Fugaku's live streams; he only watches Uchiha Sasuke's.

Uchiha Shingen had reason to suspect that the White Snake Sage knew more about Uchiha Sasuke's training progress than he did.

It was something it desperately wanted to do so that Uchiha Sasuke would become a practitioner of Dragon Cave Sage Technique.