Graduates of the New Generation

He explained things clearly and logically, the plan already thoroughly in his mind.

"The task is divided into two parts."

First, real-world field training will temper their naivety and pampered nature.

Second, we will conduct a thorough investigation of each island, assessing its terrain, resources, and culture, and recording any assets that can be incorporated, paving the way for future territorial expansion.

Setsuna's hesitation, she pressed on, "So, do you have someone in mind to lead the team?"

"I've thought it through."

Fugaku spoke with unwavering certainty, without the slightest hesitation.

"Let Uchiha Kei take the lead, and draw two veteran members from the Night Owl Guard to provide backup, along with five Jonin the Nightingale Guard who participated in the Summit War and have seen big scenes. They will be responsible for the team's security throughout, but I have set some rules."

He paused, his expression growing increasingly serious.

"Unless faced with a fatal threat at the Admiral-Emperor Level, elders are strictly forbidden from intervening. All battles, choices, and predicaments must be faced and borne by these young people themselves."

Setsuna hearing this, she was completely relieved, a faint smile appearing on her lips, "Qi is now calm and mature, and he is reliable in his work. He is fully capable of handling things on his own. Natsu also specifically instructed before leaving that we should give newcomers more opportunities to train and not protect them too much."

"Tall trees cannot grow in a greenhouse."

Looking at the young and vibrant faces below the stage, Fugaku's tone softened, yet carried a heavy sense of certainty. "We old guys can't stand in their way forever."

Some walls must be hit and the pain experienced firsthand before one can truly shoulder the Uchiha banner and take on the future of the clan.

Setsuna handed the roster back to Fugaku and deftly took over the follow-up matters. "I will coordinate with Kei to finalize the specific training routes and personnel allocations."

"Tell him to come to the Naka Shrine for a meeting tomorrow, and bring the complete competency assessment files for these graduates with him."

"Good."

Fugaku took the roster and looked up again at the new generation standing neatly in the Training Ground.

The sea breeze swept across the Training Ground, lifting the hems of the boys' clothes and stirring up a new hope for the group.

The road ahead is vast and long, the storms are yet to come, and the journey continues.

But whether it was him, Setsuna, or Natsu far away in a foreign land, everyone was absolutely certain—

These young people, who have endured arduous training and shed their naivety, will eventually take up the torch of inheritance, carrying the sharpness and glory of the Uchiha, and step by step move towards a wider world.

As the sun dipped below the western mountains, its warm orange glow bathed the Training Ground of Origin Island. The evening breeze, carrying the unique damp coolness of the near-sea, gently swept across the entire cadet camp. The notice of the sea training expedition quietly spread throughout the residence of the first graduating class on this gentle evening.

Uchiha Chunwu sat cross-legged under an old camphor tree by the field, his fingertips holding a fine cloth as he slowly and methodically wiped his katana.

The blade was smooth and shiny, reflecting the shards of the setting sun and gleaming with a chilling light.

Uchiha Rin walked briskly over in the evening breeze and Setsuna relayed the training arrangements finalized by Elder Setsuna to him.

Chunwu's wiping cloth suddenly stopped, hovering steadily in mid-air.

He looked up at the girl in front of him, his eyes filled with barely suppressed surprise and anticipation, and asked to confirm, "The outskirts of the New World? Those deserted islands that haven't been subdued by any force yet?"

Rin nodded slightly, her tone calm and clear. "Senior Qi is leading the team. Two Night Owl Guard are in charge, along with five seasoned Jonin who fought Jonin the Summit War. A total of thirty graduates will be selected for this voyage. I'm first on the list, and you'll follow right behind."

Upon hearing this, Chunwu deftly sheathed his sword, brushed off the bits of grass clinging to his clothes, and a bright smile unconsciously appeared on his lips.

"I've been waiting for this day for over a year."

Rin didn't reply, standing quietly in place, but her slightly clenched knuckles, the whiteness of her thumb and forefinger, and the sudden flash of sharpness in her eyes had already betrayed her state of mind.

She had been waiting for this for a long time.

This graduating class is the first group of newcomers after the Uchiha clan migrated to this One Piece World, fully settling down on Origin Island and mastering the entire Clan Academy system.

From the most basic Chakra extraction and Sharingan Awakening guidance, to the standard and rigorous Taijutsu and offensive and defensive strategies, and then to the unique training of Observation Haki and Armament Haki Haki the One Piece World, every course and every training system follows the rules personally set by Natsu, which are strict and systematic, without any perfunctory approach.

However, a strict rule has always been in place within the clan, firmly binding all the young and active members: those who have not formally graduated from the Clan Academy are restricted to the area within the West Blue.

The West Blue was the Uchiha's backyard, firmly under their control. The routes were safe and orderly, and there was no danger to their lives. However, it was too comfortable and lacked real storms.

They studied textbooks and listened to the oral accounts of New World predecessors, but ultimately Grand Line knowledge remained only on paper and in tactical simulations; they never experienced anything firsthand.

Now, this rule that has bound them for so long has finally been completely lifted for them.

Chunwu looked up at the vast sea in the distance, his tone full of eager anticipation. "I've long since memorized the magnetic field lines of the first half of the Grand Line. This time, I can finally see them for myself."

I've always been curious about just how exaggerated the deviation of the Log Pose could be in the magnetically disturbed waters of the New World.

"My Armament Haki is still one step short; I haven't been able to release it at will for full coverage," Rin said softly, revealing her plan. "Senior Qi said there's some free time during this voyage, so he can help me with targeted training."

Chunwu chuckled and shook his head, "Your current strength already surpasses everyone else of your generation. If you receive further special training from your seniors, I'm afraid no one among your peers will be able to spar with you."

Rin glanced at him sideways, her tone calm yet revealing a youthful competitive spirit. "Aren't you still here?"

Chunwu's expression softened further as he smiled and replied, "It's precisely because I'm training with you that you'll never lack opponents."

The two walked side by side onto the stone path beside the Training Ground, slowly making their way to the cadet camp.

The evening breeze rustled through the treetops, and the younger students in the distance, unable to contain their curiosity, stood on tiptoe to look in this direction, their whispers carried on the wind.

A little girl with a high ponytail had the brightest eyes. She recognized the two walking side by side at a glance, excitedly grabbing her companion's sleeve and shaking it gently, her voice barely concealing her joy. "Look! It's Senior Chunwu and Senior Lin! They awakened their Three Tomoe before graduation, and now they're official members of the Night Owl Guard!"