thefictionvixens Chapter 190: Healthy Growth.
Chapter 190: Healthy Growth.
After Manji succeeded to the position of the First Hokage, he did not make any earth-shattering moves.
It simply operates steadily according to the established order of Konoha.
There was absolutely no radical move by the newly appointed leader to launch an invasion and unify the ninja world.
This calm and composed approach to governance brought a sense of relief to all the major ninja clans outside the region.
The ordinary residents of Konoha were completely approving and willingly cooperated with his various governance measures.
The governing strategy of Wanci, in essence, is "avoid unnecessary disruptions."
Having endured a long period of turmoil and displacement, the people of Konoha never longed for any grand ambition of dominating the ninja world.
Rather, he was a leader who could lead them away from war, to live in peace, and to quietly accumulate strength.
Of course, the main reason is that I don't want to do it even a million times.
The current order of the five great powers was established by themselves through centuries of enfeoffment. Why would they want to overturn the order they built?
You only need to maintain it yourself.
At the same time, the ninja clans of various major countries also realized something.
It is clear that times are changing.
If they still adhere to the ninja clan system, then even if we don't fight them ten thousand times, won't the next few Hokage of Konoha fight them?
Could they be using the guise of education and salvation to unify them?
Could their clansmen, unable to endure the harsh life of a ninja clan, defect and sneak into Konoha?
They knew that the ninja clan system was outdated.
Reform is imperative!
In a short time, other ninja clans also began their own ambitious village-building plans.
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Inside the Konoha Ninja Academy.
On this day, the sky was clear and the warm breeze rustled the new green leaves on the branches. The annual freshman enrollment ceremony arrived as scheduled.
This year's freshmen have an extraordinary and special significance.
They were the first children born on this peaceful land after the major ninja clans officially submitted to Konoha.
They had never personally experienced the bloodshed and carnage of a chaotic world; they were a new generation that had grown up under the complete protection of Konoha.
From the time I was old enough to remember, I received the unified ninja education of Konoha.
Rather than the clan traditions unique to each ninja clan in the past, they have long been marked by the mark of Konoha.
Amidst the bustling crowd of new students, Danzo Shimura immediately spotted Hiruzen Sarutobi.
"Hiruzen!"
"Danzo!"
Two five-year-old children met eyes and smiled simultaneously.
Meeting familiar friends on the day of enrollment greatly eased the anxiety of stepping into the ninja academy for the first time.
"Don't worry, my father specifically told me that we would definitely be assigned to the same class."
Hiruzen Sarutobi, his eyes crinkling with a smile, spoke in a light and cheerful tone.
Upon hearing this, Danzo crossed his arms, a youthful arrogance playing on his lips, his eyes resolute: "That's perfect. Among my peers, only you are qualified to be my rival."
"Hiruzen! Danzo!"
Two nimble figures came running quickly, their clear shouts interrupting their conversation.
"Oh, it's Xiaochun and Yan."
Hiruzen Sarutobi immediately smiled and raised his hand to greet them, and the four children of similar age gathered together to chat.
At the entrance of the Ninja Academy.
A middle-aged man dressed in Uchiha clan attire solemnly instructed the child in front of him, "Kagami, don't be shy."
"You child, you are too gentle and humble, and you have none of the sharpness that the Uchiha clan should have."
"Humility is a rare virtue, but it must not be taken too far, and one must never disgrace the name of the Uchiha."
The middle-aged man paused, then said solemnly, "You must remember this well: your great-grandfather was Uchiha Chen, the former, former, former head of the Uchiha clan. Never betray this clan's honor!"
"I understand, Father!"
Uchiha Kagami straightened his small frame, nodded vigorously, and was about to step into the school when his father grabbed him again.
"etc,"
The middle-aged man solemnly instructed again, "The First Hokage will be personally attending today's freshman entrance ceremony. Remember, under no circumstances can you bring shame to the Uchiha!"
"OK."
Uchiha Kagami nodded heavily, firmly remembering his father's instructions, and turned to join the bustling crowd of new students.
Not long after, the Ninja Academy's new student enrollment ceremony officially began.
"Now, let us give a warm and grand round of applause to the great First Hokage—Lord Manji—to come to the stage and speak!"
Amidst thunderous applause and cheers that resounded throughout the entire college square, Wan Ci, leaning on his wooden cane, stepped steadily and slowly onto the ceremonial platform.
All eyes were fixed on the old man.
This living legend!
"My goodness, this old man still has so much energy."
"I heard from my grandfather that this gentleman lived to be nearly 130 years old..."
"Wow! He actually lived that long."
Wanci stood firmly in the center of the podium, raised his hand and gently pressed down, and the noisy square instantly quieted down.
Then, his gaze slowly swept over the young faces below the stage, and he spoke softly:
"Welcome to the Ninja Academy, children."
As soon as he finished speaking, deafening applause erupted from below.
"You are the first group of children to grow up in Heian-ri after the founding of Konoha. You were born at a good time and have unlimited opportunities in the future."
"Every generation has its own mission, and my generation's mission is to end the war and establish Konoha."
"Your generation also has its own mission!"
"The Third Hokage, or even the Fourth Hokage, of Konoha may very well be born in your generation!"
Wanci pointed down and said.
Upon hearing such inspiring words, the children in the audience's eyes lit up instantly!
Their previously bewildered eyes were now filled with excitement and anticipation, their little faces brimming with emotion, and their small bodies seemed to be surging with boundless power.
Danzo and Hiruzen are particularly prominent.
The two of them straightened their small bodies simultaneously, their eyes shining with determination, and a strong sense of mission suddenly welled up in their hearts.
"You will learn ninjutsu and hone your skills in the future, but always remember that the mission of Konoha ninjas is to protect, not to kill."
"Practicing ninjutsu is not for the sake of being brave and violent, but for the sake of protecting our comrades, our homeland, and this hard-won peace."
Wan paused for a moment, then suddenly thought of improvising a section of the Will of Fire, but after thinking about it carefully, he decided against it.
Don't be grandiose or unrealistic; focus on being practical.
"I am old, and the future of Konoha depends on you. I do not ask that each of you become a powerful figure in the ninja world, but only that you stay true to yourselves and safeguard peace."
"May you achieve your goals, be healthy, happy, and grow into qualified ninjas who can protect Konoha."
After Wan Ci finished speaking, the audience erupted in enthusiastic applause once again.
Wanci was about to walk on
Sitting in the front row, Shimura Danzo mustered his courage and asked, "Grandpa Hokage, do you have any successful experiences you can share with us?"
Upon hearing this, everyone couldn't help but think Danzo was audacious.
A flicker of surprise crossed Wan Ci's eyes, but he smiled gently and said, "Based on my experience, there are four points!"
"Be optimistic, fearless, patient, and finally, eat well!"