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Chapter 602

A Man of Deep Feelings

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A sensitive and emotionally rich person, but not good at expressing these emotions in words. He can keenly perceive subtle changes in the surrounding environment and the emotional fluctuations of others, but he Young Master to share his feelings with others.

This resentment filled Sasuke with pain and helplessness when facing powerful enemies. However, as the story progressed, into the Naruto: Shippuden era, Masashi Kishimoto's psychological portrayal of Sasuke became increasingly subtle, with almost no written psychological explanations.

Nevertheless, Masashi Kishimoto often gives Sasuke a close-up shot, conveying his inner thoughts through his expression. Readers can clearly sense from the subtle changes in Sasuke's expression that he must be thinking about something important.

It wasn't until the final chapters of the story that Masashi Kishimoto finally used extensive inner monologues to explain in detail Sasuke's true thoughts and complex emotions over the years. It turns out that Sasuke has always been an independent and pure-minded person. He never blindly obeyed orders he considered incorrect, but always adhered to his own judgment and beliefs.

However, once Sasuke sets his mind on something, he will pursue it relentlessly, completely disregarding the opinions and views of others. This persistence and determination make Sasuke an admirable character, but also lead him through many twists and turns and hardships on his life's journey.

During the genin exams at the Ninja Academy, Kakashi explicitly told Sasuke and Sakura that they were absolutely forbidden from giving Naruto. Sakura was very obedient and followed Kakashi's instructions without hesitation. However, when Sasuke saw Kakashi temporarily leave the exam hall, a feeling of kindness welled up in his heart. He decided to disobey Kakashi's orders and secretly handed his lunchbox to Naruto.

This small gesture, though seemingly insignificant, demonstrated Sasuke's care and appreciation for his comrades. And this gesture also passed Kakashi- sensei's test.

Time flies like an arrow, and in the blink of an eye, they finally faced Zabuza for the first time. Zabuza, a formidable enemy with a reputation that had spread far and wide, inspiring fear in all who heard of him.

Faced with such a powerful enemy, Kakashi -sensei made a decisive decision, ordering Sasuke, Sakura, and Naruto to flee the battlefield immediately to ensure their safety. However, Sasuke resolutely refused his teacher's order. He stood firmly in place, his eyes fixed on Zabuza, showing no fear, with only one thought in his mind—to fight Zabuza to the Zabuza.

The outcome of the battle was unexpected. Sasuke displayed extraordinary courage and strength in this life-or-death struggle. He skillfully used his ninjutsu techniques to engage in a thrilling duel with Zabuza. In the end, Sasuke, with his tenacious perseverance and outstanding combat ability, successfully defeated Zabuza, protecting his own life and that of his comrades.

However, these two correct judgments did not satisfy Sasuke. He could never forget the humiliation of being easily defeated by Itachi; that scene was deeply etched in his heart, becoming an indelible wound. In order to avenge himself and take revenge on Itachi, Sasuke resolutely chose to leave Konoha and embark on the road to Orochimaru's side.

Sasuke couldn't tolerate his own weakness; he yearned for greater power. Although he knew that doing so might bring many risks and difficulties, he resolutely chose to leave and pursue the power that would allow him to defeat Itachi.

At that time, Sasuke's heart was filled with hatred for his brother Itachi. This hatred had blinded him and made him cold and ruthless.

To achieve his goal of revenge, he was willing to stop at nothing, even killing Karin, who had gone through life and death with him. It can be said that Sasuke at that time was completely consumed by the desire for revenge and became an avenger through and through.

However, fate is like a dramatic stage play, always bringing unexpected twists and turns when people least expect it. When Sasuke met Itachi again, his heart, which had been blinded by hatred, suddenly underwent a subtle change.

Itachi's appearance was like an Inazuma piercing the darkness, illuminating a corner deep within Sasuke's heart. In his brief exchange with Itachi, Sasuke began to re-examine the path of revenge he had always adhered to. He suddenly realized that living solely for revenge was not a true life.

Revenge was once the sole meaning of Sasuke's life, but now he's beginning to understand that it's merely a superficial goal. He needs to understand the world more deeply and uncover the truth to truly find his own value.

Thus, Sasuke's mindset gradually changed. He was no longer solely focused on revenge, but began to ponder deeper questions. He wanted to understand the true meaning of his clan, village, and ninjas, as well as the intricate relationships between them.

In order to find the answers to these questions, Sasuke decided to stop relying on others' accounts and instead ask the four Naruto directly about history. He believed that only through their explanations could he truly understand the profound meaning behind these concepts.

In this process, Sasuke's thinking was elevated. He no longer blindly pursued revenge, but used his own will and eyes to discern the truth. He learned to think independently and was no longer easily swayed by the opinions of others.

In his interactions with Sasuke, Itachi witnessed his younger brother's growth and transformation. He acknowledged Sasuke's power and, before ascending to heaven, told Sasuke, "Perhaps you can change our parents, change the Uchiha Clan." This statement was not only an affirmation of Sasuke but also an expectation, hoping that Sasuke could forge his own path and create a future different from his own.

This is also the fundamental reason why Orochimaru chose to help Sasuke after being resurrected by Sasuke. Although Orochimaru was once a villain, he developed a strong interest in Sasuke's growth and changes. He wanted to witness a way of life different from his own, and the future that Sasuke would create.

Sasuke possesses keen intuition and judgment, remaining calm and thoughtful even in battle. He has an astonishing ability to accurately discern his opponents, which Sasuke praised during the fight. Furthermore, Sasuke's tactical application is broad, demonstrating the calm judgment to select the most effective ninjutsu and methods, and making full use of ninjutsu and ninja tools.

Sasuke possesses a strong capacity for learning and innovation. After copying Lee's movements, he quickly created his own entirely new taijutsu. During his two years with Orochimaru, Sasuke developed a series of new Lightning Release ninjutsu based on Chidori.

Sasuke possesses leadership skills and the ability to identify ninjas with exceptional talents. He understands exactly what each team member wants, allowing him to quickly gain their support. In Naruto: Shippuden, Sasuke successfully led "Hawk" in numerous operations.

Sasuke is ambidextrous; he usually wields the Kusanagi Sword with his right hand while using his left to perform ninjutsu. His kunai bag is tied to his left leg. When the Sage of Six Paths asked Sasuke to raise his dominant hand, he chose his left.

Sasuke has unique food preferences; his favorite foods are bonito rice balls and tomatoes. However, Sasuke's love for these foods is not just limited to their delicious taste; the deeper reason lies in his deep-seated desire for great power.

For a ninja, food is not merely a means to satisfy their appetite, but also a crucial way to replenish the body's nutritional needs. Sasuke understands this well, which is why he pays special attention to his food choices. Bonito-flavored rice balls are one of his favorites because they are rich in various essential nutrients, such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, and vitamins B1 and B2. These elements have a significant effect on enhancing physical strength and stamina, allowing Sasuke to remain breathless even during strenuous exercise.

Tomatoes are another important part of Sasuke's diet. Tomatoes are rich in nutrients, including lycopene, beta-carotene, vitamin U, chlorogenic acid, and calcium. These nutrients help maintain the normal function of internal organs and promote the body's recovery and repair, especially after fatigue. Sasuke understands that only by maintaining a good physical condition can he better devote himself to arduous training.

Sasuke, the second son of Fugaku and Mikoto, the Uchiha Clan leaders, has carried the clan's expectations and mission since childhood. His pursuit of power is not only for personal glory, but also for the revival and honor of the clan. Therefore, he pays special attention to his food choices in his daily life to ensure that he can get enough nutrition to support his training path of constantly challenging himself and breaking through his limits.

During his childhood, Sasuke grew up under the shadow of his older brother Itachi's genius. His father, Fugaku, was extremely strict with Sasuke, hoping that he could become the pride of the clan like Itachi. However, because Itachi's talent was so outstanding, Fugaku sometimes unconsciously placed more attention and expectations on Itachi, which caused Sasuke to be neglected by his father to some extent.

In contrast, Sasuke's mother took meticulous care of him. She always gently protected Sasuke and taught him patiently. Although there was a certain rivalry between Sasuke and Itachi, their brotherly bond was very strong. Itachi would often pick Sasuke up from school and then patiently guide him in practicing ninjutsu.

Sasuke deeply admired Itachi, regarding him as his role model, and strived to achieve excellent results at the Ninja Academy. Indeed, Sasuke lived up to everyone's expectations, repeatedly achieving first place in the academy. In their daily lives, Sasuke also enjoyed training with Itachi, progressing together.

However, Itachi's relationship with his father was not as harmonious as it seemed on the surface. Fugaku disagreed with some of Itachi's work decisions, which led to a deterioration in their relationship. Fugaku began to realize that he might not be paying enough attention to Sasuke, so he decided to spend more time with Sasuke and personally teach him the clan's basic ninjutsu— the Great Fireball Technique.

When Sasuke first attempted to Great Fireball Technique, he only managed to create a small patch of flame. Looking at this weak flame, Fugaku couldn't help but sigh, "Sasuke, you really can't learn this move as quickly as Itachi." However, he didn't scold Sasuke, but instead advised him not to rush things, as there would be many more opportunities to try later.

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window and fell on Sasuke's face. He slowly opened his eyes, his heart filled with excitement and anticipation. Yesterday, he had successfully learned the Great Fireball Technique, the culmination of his long-term efforts.

Sasuke rushed to his father Fugaku's room, excitedly telling him the good news. Fugaku looked at his son, a hint of satisfaction in his eyes, and smiled, saying, "As expected of my son, you've mastered the Great Fireball Technique so quickly."

However, Fugaku's next words stunned Sasuke: "But, Sasuke, you shouldn't take Itachi as your goal anymore." Sasuke stared wide-eyed at his father, puzzled.

Fugaku sighed and continued, "Itachi has his own path, and you shouldn't always follow in his footsteps. You must forge your own path." Sasuke remained silent for a moment, feeling somewhat unwilling, but he still nodded, indicating that he understood his father's meaning.

Tenten passed, Sasuke continued to diligently practice various ninjutsu and techniques. One day, he returned home late because he was practicing shuriken. As he reached his doorstep, he suddenly sensed an unusual presence.

Sasuke's heart tightened, and he hurriedly Gate of Opening, only to be stunned by what he saw. His parents lay in pools of blood, showing no signs of life. And standing beside their bodies was none other than his brother, Itachi!

Sasuke's body trembled uncontrollably; he couldn't believe what he was seeing. Itachi stared at Sasuke expressionlessly and slowly said, "It was me. I wiped out the entire Uchiha Clan."

Sasuke's mind went blank; he couldn't understand why his brother would do such a thing. Itachi continued, "This is to test my abilities, to see if I'm qualified to be a true ninja."

Sasuke was filled with anger and pain. He glared at Itachi and shouted, "You monster! How could you do this to our family!"

Itachi coldly looked at Sasuke and said, "To awaken the Mangekyo Sharingan, you must kill the person most important to you. This is the curse of the Sharingan." After saying that, he turned and left, leaving Sasuke in a pool of blood.

Sasuke was deeply traumatized, and his eyes suddenly changed, revealing One-Tomoe Sharingan. However, excessive grief and anger eventually caused Sasuke to lose consciousness.

From that day on, Sasuke had only one goal in his heart: to personally kill that man—Itachi. This goal burned like a flame deep within him, never to be extinguished.

To achieve this goal, Sasuke put in unimaginable effort. He trained day and night, diligently studying ninjutsu, taijutsu, and genjutsu, striving to be the best. As time went by, his strength continued to increase, becoming more and more powerful.

Sasuke, Naruto, and Sakura were classmates at the Konoha Ninja Academy. Their performances at the academy differed greatly. Naruto was cheerful and enthusiastic, but his grades were average; Sakura was a gentle and kind girl with excellent grades; while Sasuke, with his cool appearance and outstanding academic record, became the focus of attention at the academy.

Because of Sasuke's handsome appearance and top grades at the Ninja Academy, he has many female admirers, which makes Naruto jealous. However, Sasuke is indifferent to the adulation of these female admirers; he only has one goal in mind.

During his self-introduction, Sasuke made no attempt to hide his aversion to many things, seemingly finding nothing of interest. However, when asked about his wishes, he answered without hesitation, "To revive the Uchiha Clan, and also, to kill that man."

Sasuke's aloofness and unapproachability make people hesitant to approach him, but his strength and handsomeness are undeniable. At first, he was also very indifferent to his teammates, choosing to ignore Naruto's provocations and responding coldly to Sakura's kind gestures.

As Team 7 began Kakashi's bell test, Sasuke stood aside, his eyes cold and resolute. From the very beginning, he had decided to face Kakashi alone, without relying on any of his teammates. In his heart, only by relying on his own strength could he defeat this powerful opponent and achieve his goal.

Kakashi noticed Sasuke's determination, but he didn't lower Sasuke guard because of it. On the contrary, he bluntly pointed out Sasuke's misconception. "You can't defeat me alone, Sasuke. Ninjas need teamwork; it's a basic requirement to become a good ninja."

Sasuke ignored Kakashi's words, firmly believing that his strength was enough to handle any challenge. However, as the tests progressed, Sasuke gradually realized that his thinking was somewhat naive. Kakashi's strength far exceeded his imagination, and he alone was simply no match for Kakashi.

In the final stage of the test, Kakashi announced that Naruto would be punished for failing to retrieve the bell—he would not be allowed to eat. Upon hearing this, Sasuke felt a pang of sympathy. Despite some conflicts between him and Naruto, he still felt a pang of pity seeing Naruto punished because of his stubbornness.

Just then, Sasuke broke the rule without hesitation. Without a second thought, he silently handed his bento to Naruto, who was being punished. This simple act surprised everyone present, including Kakashi and his teammates.

Kakashi had initially thought Sasuke would ignore Naruto, or even mock him. However, Sasuke's actions completely surprised him. Kakashi couldn't help but re-evaluate this seemingly aloof boy, and he began to realize that Sasuke actually had a kind side deep down.

Sasuke's actions also surprised his teammates. They had previously thought of Sasuke as an arrogant and aloof person, but now they saw a different side of Sasuke.

It was Sasuke's action that allowed Kakashi to see the unity within Team 7. He realized that although Sasuke might have been somewhat arrogant at first, he was kind-hearted and capable of thinking of his teammates in crucial moments. This team spirit was what Kakashi valued and what he hoped for in Team 7.

Kakashi then smiled and announced that Team 7 had passed his test. This decision relieved the members of Team 7, but also filled them with immense excitement.

After completing a series of D-rank missions, Team 7 finally faces their first C-rank mission—escorting bridge architect Dazuna to the Land of Waves. This mission is not only an important challenge for Team 7, but also an opportunity for their growth.

However, their journey was fraught with unknown difficulties and challenges, like groping forward in the dark, with no one knowing what they would encounter next. Just when they were overjoyed, thinking that everything would go smoothly, fate suddenly dealt them a heavy blow, like a bolt from the blue, catching them completely off guard.

Before long, they encountered a group of extremely terrifying enemies— the Demon Brothers. These ninjas were known for their cruelty and ruthlessness; their very existence was like a nightmare, sending chills down one's spine. Their goal was very clear: to kill Dazuna and stop him from building the bridge.

Faced with this sudden attack, Team 7 was instantly plunged into a thrilling battle. Naruto stared wide-eyed at the ferocious-looking enemies, a surge of indescribable fear and unease rising within him. This was his first real combat experience, completely different from the simulated battles on the training ground. His body involuntarily stiffened, as if he had lost all his strength, utterly clueless about how to cope with this situation.

In contrast, Sasuke appeared much calmer. He gripped his ninja sword tightly, his eyes sharp and resolute, as if he had anticipated this battle. He quickly observed the enemy's movements, analyzed the changing battle situation, and searched for their weaknesses. He swiftly entered battle mode, fearlessly engaging the Demon Brothers in a fierce clash. His movements were agile and precise, each move brimming with power and skill.

Just when Naruto felt helpless, Kakashi came to his rescue. With astonishing speed and strength, he easily repelled the Demon Brothers and protected Team 7.

Although Naruto appeared somewhat disheveled in this battle, he was not discouraged. On the contrary, a strong fighting spirit ignited within him, and he vowed to avenge his defeat in the next battle.

However, their troubles did not end there. Soon after, another powerful enemy appeared— Momochi Zabuza. He was an extremely skilled ninja, possessing powerful Water Release ninjutsu.

Kakashi and Zabuza engaged in a thrilling duel. However, Zabuza's Water Prison Technique trapped Kakashi, making it impossible for him to escape.

At this critical moment, Naruto had a flash of inspiration and came up with a brilliant plan. He and Sasuke worked together seamlessly and successfully freed Kakashi from his restraints, giving him his freedom again.

After a hard-fought battle, Zabuza was finally temporarily defeated. Kakashi realized that they needed to better master chakra control techniques to become stronger in future battles.

So Kakashi decided to teach the three how to control chakra through a special training method—tree climbing. Naruto and Sasuke were both very interested in this challenge, and they were both eager to prove their strength.

In the fierce competition, Naruto and Sasuke both displayed amazing talent and perseverance. They quickly mastered the skills of climbing trees and soon reached the top.

In this process, the bond between the two was further strengthened. They encouraged and supported each other, overcoming one difficulty after another together.

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