Chapter 35 A Letter
Even if Itachi can't win, his performance after just one observation is enough to amaze the Third Hokage.
Indeed, just as Orochimaru said, he is a true prodigy.
If someone like him were trained in martial arts, he would achieve great things.
This time, the Third Hokage was genuinely interested, no longer approaching it with the intention of simply completing a task, but instead carefully observing Itachi's every move.
His opponent's responses to each situation were often quite remarkable, leaving him in awe.
How can a six-year-old be so amazing?
He couldn't help but think of another genius who had broken records in Konoha Village.
I wonder what kind of talent the other genius will be?
Although Hiruzen Sarutobi's memories clearly show a strong focus on this other genius and provide a relatively concrete understanding of him, it still feels like there's a layer between them.
It seems that Itachi is on the verge of losing this match.
And just then...
"Itachi!
You absolutely cannot lose!
You even beat me, how can you lose to someone like this! I won't allow it!"
Anko Mitarashi suddenly popped out, jumping up and down excitedly and shouting.
This immediately attracted the attention of many people present.
When Orochimaru saw this, he turned around and gave the Third Hokage a look that said, "Please excuse my poor performance."
Soon, Orochimaru realized something and immediately looked at the scene again.
Itachi, who seemed on the verge of defeat, finally attracted the attention of his cautious opponent, who stepped into the trap that Itachi had been planning for a long time.
The outcome is decided.
"Orochimaru, tell Itachi to find me by the river near the ninja academy after school."
After uttering those words, the third generation turned away.
After that, there's nothing else to see.
Yakushi Nonou quickly followed.
Watching his teacher and Nonou leave, Orochimaru, feeling rather uninterested, continued to watch the drills unfold.
There's really nothing to watch.
Although Yamato is going to play, no one in the school can match him, so no arrangements have been made for him.
His opponent is random.
Next, Yamato took the field.
This guy, who came from the Root and followed the principle of secrecy, was hiding his true abilities and was easily defeated by his opponent, a seemingly frivolous young man.
Good acting skills.
Orochimaru felt even more bored.
But he is the Hokage.
This is also his first day at the school as Hokage, so we still need to pay attention to him.
"Orochimaru-sensei, please instruct me in my training." Itachi respectfully requested his teacher, Orochimaru, who was preparing to leave the school.
The sparring session had ended, and Itachi, who had been injured during the session, had already had his wounds treated by the medical ninjas who had been assigned to him.
During the fierce battle just now, Itachi realized his own shortcomings, which gave him a strong motivation to improve.
Although returning home would allow me to receive appropriate instruction from my tribe.
But he still looked forward to the guidance of the Hokage-sensei.
In fact, Orochimaru had already seen this out.
As soon as he showed signs of leaving, Itachi couldn't resist and ran out to find him.
For Orochimaru, who enjoys manipulating people's hearts, he likes it when others take the initiative to seek him out, as this gives him a sense of control.
Of course, he didn't mean any harm; it was just a habit.
He looked at Itachi with great interest, and subconsciously looked into Itachi's eyes.
He wondered how magnificent the Sharingan of such a talented Uchiha would be.
"Itachi, you yearn to become stronger."
"I want to be like still water, able to help my teacher."
Itachi honestly revealed the source of his motivation for becoming stronger.
"Shisui-kun," Orochimaru sighed, "he was indeed an outstanding person."
He can be considered a descendant of Uchiha Kagami from the Hokage lineage, and has a deep connection with the Hokage lineage.
Influenced by his senior Kagami, he can be considered a moderate among the Uchiha.
The investigation revealed that Uchiha Shisui, as a Konoha ninja, was of a very competent mindset.
It's not a bad thing that Itachi has a close relationship with him.
"Itachi, you should definitely get to know Shisui better."
Itachi nodded, agreeing wholeheartedly, and felt that his teacher was absolutely right.
Orochimaru's smile became even more gentle.
"As for asking me for advice, Itachi, you should know that I have only recently become Hokage, and there are many things to deal with in the village.
I don't have time to instruct you in the short term, so please excuse me."
Upon hearing this, Itachi was somewhat disappointed, but he could understand.
He also felt that the village's affairs were more important, and that Orochimaru's choice was correct.
For the sake of the village, I cannot trouble Orochimaru-sensei.
Just as he was about to take his leave.
"However, although I cannot instruct you, there is one person who can provide you with excellent guidance."
"Teacher, who are you talking about?"
Itachi asked curiously.
"Of course, he's my teacher, the Third Hokage of the village.
I believe in him; he can definitely teach you well."
"Won't this trouble the Third Generation Lord?"
"I am your teacher."
Orochimaru said, gently stroking Itachi's head, "For the sake of my disciple's future, it's only natural to trouble my teacher a little.
For my sake, Sarutobi-sensei will teach you diligently."
Itachi was clearly touched, moved by his teacher's concern.
After that, Orochimaru wrote him a letter.
He handed the completed letter to Itachi and said, "If nothing unexpected happens, Sarutobi-sensei will be by the river near the school after school.
When you get there, give this letter to him, and he will understand."
Itachi solemnly took the letter. After Orochimaru patted him on the head, he looked at the Fifth Hokage, turned around, and left the school.
After school, Itachi quickly headed to the river near the school.
Sure enough, when he arrived at the riverbank, he saw a figure wearing loose robes, standing with his hands behind his back.
It was the Third Generation.
When Itachi reached the Third Hokage's back, he immediately spoke respectfully: "Third Hokage, this is a letter that Orochimaru-sensei asked me to give you."
Turning around, the Third Generation looked in surprise at the short figure in front of him, who was bowing his head and presenting the letter.
What is Orochimaru up to?
He took the letter, opened it, and read it.
After watching it, one can't help but admire Orochimaru's skill in manipulating people.
Even though he had already made arrangements with him, he pretended to have convinced him with a letter, all to gain the gratitude of his disciple, Itachi Uchiha.
However, Itachi Uchiha was indeed a very important disciple, and Orochimaru wanted to exert more influence, so the Third Hokage couldn't say anything.
We can only cooperate.
"Since Orochimaru has made such a request, then I will teach you properly."
"Yes."
The weasel responded respectfully.
The Three Generations Theory.
"First, demonstrate a set of physical techniques that you are good at."
Isn't he supposed to be teaching ninjutsu?
The Third Master is a renowned ninjutsu professor, isn't he?
Although he had doubts, Itachi didn't show them and obediently did as he was told.
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