Hikaru and the Third Hokage had long since informed Namikaze Minato. Having already graduated from apprenticeship, he would naturally take on the task of becoming a teacher. Kakashi Hatake's file had also been delivered to Namikaze Minato right away.
As a teacher, he naturally needed to observe his future disciple. Namikaze Minato admitted that Kakashi Hatake was excellent—a genius whose achievements in every area were even more astounding than his own had been. However, a child like that would be difficult to teach.
"He is a little strange."
Hikaru nodded in agreement. "But strange or not, he is your disciple. That has already been decided by me and the Third Elder. As for the other two, they are still being selected. It may take another year or two before they graduate."
"Kid, you only have a year or two left to enjoy yourself. If you want to live freely, do it quickly. Once you have disciples, you'll know what real trouble is. Because of you three little bastards, I barely have any time to rest."
Hikaru was telling the truth. Having disciples and not having disciples were completely different matters. This was especially true for someone as busy as Hikaru. Much of his time was occupied by his disciples, and even his rest time had been greatly reduced. He also had to constantly worry about them.
"..."
What Hikaru said was true, but the way he said it felt a little off. Namikaze Minato's face instantly darkened with embarrassment, and he looked at Hikaru speechlessly.
After all, Hikaru was speaking the truth. The three of them really had cost him a great deal of time and effort, leaving Namikaze Minato with no way to refute him.
Besides, it was perfectly normal for Hikaru to scold them.
"Pfft~~~" Namikaze Minato looked