Twin Stars' Duel! The Lonely One?

Time passed swiftly, like a trickling stream that flowed on without end.

Orochimaru walked out of Shadow Ninja Vocational Technical Academy and gazed at the students playing with their friends after school. His heart was filled with envy.

Just as he was about to head home, someone patted him on the back. When he turned around, he saw that it was Jiraiya, who was usually rather foolish.

"How was class today?" Jiraiya asked with a grin.

"As usual." Orochimaru looked at Jiraiya and smiled as well.

"That's right. That's life. There's no true endpoint, so don't dwell on it." After saying that, Jiraiya bade Orochimaru farewell. He still had to return and discuss a swimsuit collection with his master, Hiruzen.

"Bye-bye. Stay safe," Orochimaru replied.

Inside the Hokage Office, Uchiha Ying was accompanying his somewhat foolish father—the Third Hokage—as he handled official affairs.

Suddenly, there came a knock on the door.

"Who is it? Come in," Uchiha Inabi said, raising his head.

"Lord Hokage, Kagami Uchiha requests an audience." Kagami Uchiha's voice came from outside.

"Come in, Kagami. What is the matter?" Uchiha Inabi asked with a smile.

Kagami Uchiha strode into the Hokage Office and bowed slightly.

"Lord Hokage, I have come because there is something I wish to discuss with you." Kagami Uchiha's tone was steady.

Uchiha Inabi nodded slightly, signaling him to continue.

Kagami Uchiha straightened and revealed a hint of anticipation in his eyes. "Lately, I've felt that my ninjutsu and experience need to be passed on, so I've decided to take on a disciple. What are your thoughts on this, Lord Hokage?"

Uchiha Ying listened quietly from the side, curiosity showing in his eyes as well.

Uchiha Inabi pondered for a moment before slowly saying, "Taking on a disciple is a good thing. It allows