Ryun looked at the teaching plan, tapping the desk with his left hand and holding the plan with his right. He always felt these things were somewhat flashy without substance.
In the original work, Obito Uchiha's training was much more reliable than this, things like water walking and climbing trees upside down. But considering not everyone had Obito's level of determination, he shook his head.
He closed the teaching plan, stretched, and glanced at the clock. Okay, twenty minutes had passed, about ten minutes left until class started.
Just then, Danzo Shimura appeared at the door of the S-Class classroom. He knocked on the door. Ryun, sensing Shukaku's chakra, knew who had come.
The door was pushed open, and Danzo Shimura walked in. He first examined Ryun's expression, finding it completely blank, as if he was just spacing out.
"Lord Hokage." Danzo Shimura called out, cupping his hands.
"Yes, I'm here. Is something the matter?" Ryun looked at Danzo.
Danzo Shimura told Ryun about the events in the prison and even said he was willing to take the blame himself!
Ryun then stood up and smiled. "Danzo, how could I possibly let you take the blame? I'll take responsibility for this matter. Don't worry, I am very satisfied with your handling of it."
Ryun patted Danzo Shimura on the shoulder, smiling, then said, "Alright, get ready for class. I'll go greet the children. You will still teach the first two periods."
"After all, it's cultural class. I don't know much about it, so I still need you to teach for me." Ryun said, speaking mostly the truth; those thick books gave him a headache just looking at them.
Danzo Shimura cupped his hands. "I am willing to share your burdens, Lord Hokage!" He originally thought that with Ryun coming to the school, he, Danzo Shimura, would have to leave the children. He had been feeling somewhat sad, but Ryun's words, this appointment, made him happy again.
"Don't overthink it, Danzo. Come, let's go meet the children together." Ryun smiled and then walked ahead, heading outside.
Calculating the time, the S-Class shinobi should have already arrived at the school, Ryun thought to himself.
Apart from Namikaze Minato and Sarutobi Shinnosuke, it seemed he hadn't met the others yet. Today was a good chance to see them.
As Danzo Shimura and Ryun walked through the school grounds, Danzo explained everything about the school.
Ryun nodded at times and frowned at others, until the school gate opened and a large flood of students was let in. Danzo then said, "Lord Hokage, please wait in the classroom. I will bring the S-Class members shortly."
Seeing the torrent of students, Ryun couldn't help but feel a bit overwhelmed. He nodded. "Thank you, Danzo."
He then turned and left, heading towards the S-Class room. Danzo Shimura cupped his hands. "It is my duty, all that I should do! Lord Hokage!"
Ten minutes later
Danzo Shimura was followed by six children. He instructed them, "Lord Hokage is now waiting for you in the classroom. You must perform well later!"
Apart from Namikaze Minato, Sarutobi Shinnosuke, and Fugaku Uchiha, the other children were exceptionally excited.
Namikaze Minato had just had dinner with Ryun last night. Sarutobi Shinnosuke had already become Ryun's student some time ago. Fugaku Uchiha often followed his father, Hirotomo Uchiha, to get face time with Ryun and was already familiar with him.
Meanwhile, Yamanaka Inoichi, Akimichi Chōza, and Hyūga Hiashi looked very nervous. Although Hiashi Hyūga had seen Ryun before, it was always during meetings, where as the eldest son of the Hyūga family, he sat next to Sekijō Hyūga and listened.
Now, about to interact with the Hokage face-to-face as his student, made the three of them quite excited.
Soon, Danzo Shimura brought the six to the classroom door and knocked. "Enter!" A voice came from inside, clearly belonging to Ryun.
Hiashi Hyūga, Yamanaka Inoichi, and Akimichi Chōza steeled themselves, took a deep breath, and followed Danzo Shimura into the classroom.
Ryun was looking out the window. Hearing the noise at the door, he turned around and smiled at the children.
"You're here, please sit down." Ryun looked at the six children, his eyes full of warmth.
These six were the disciples he had specifically named to take in: the heirs of Konoha's two great dōjutsu clans, the Ino-Shika-Chō trio who followed him, the son of the former Hokage, and the original Fourth Hokage, Namikaze Minato.
Hearing Ryun's words, they walked to their seats but did not sit down, instead looking at Ryun.
Ryun felt helpless; his reputation was still too intimidating, making these children so excited and flustered.
"Alright, everyone, sit down. Let's start with some self-introductions." Ryun's gentle voice reached them, and the six little ones finally sat down.
However, their gazes remained fixed on Ryun, filled with fervor.
Ryun cleared his throat. "Ahem, my name is Uchiha Ryun. I am the Fourth Hokage of Konoha Village, and also your future teacher."
"Hello, Teacher Ryun!" Namikaze Minato stood up with a smile and bowed. His signature, sun-like warm smile made Ryun unable to help but feel goodwill towards him.
The other five were stunned. They looked at Namikaze Minato, thinking, "Seriously, buddy? Your reaction is so fast? Damn, compared to you, we look like complete rookies!"
Danzo Shimura smiled. Good, good. Not only was Namikaze Minato's talent top-notch, but his emotional intelligence was also outstanding among the six students.
Ryun looked at Namikaze Minato. "Hello, Minato." Then he looked at Danzo Shimura and said, "Danzo, the S-Class doesn't have a class president yet, right?"
Danzo was taken aback, then nodded. "Yes, Lord Hokage. The S-Class was formed by you. Although I managed them on your behalf for a while previously, the position of class president has not been decided yet."
Ryun nodded. "From now on, appoint Namikaze Minato as the S-Class president." Ryun smiled and looked at the other five.
The other five were stunned, not understanding why this was happening. Just because he greeted him?
Ryun then smiled and said, "The first lesson I want to teach you today is to dare to be the first. For things you are sure about in your heart, for matters where you have your own opinions, take the initiative to act. People like this are the smartest."
Danzo Shimura also couldn't help but be startled. It seemed that previously, the Monkey had been like this too. He just didn't know when he had changed, or perhaps he had started to have reservations.
Namikaze Minato was also stunned. He hadn't thought that much about it; he just wanted to greet Ryun, and as a result, he became the class president.
"Th-that, Lord Hokage, actually, I didn't..." Namikaze Minato hadn't finished speaking when Fugaku Uchiha covered his mouth and gave him a look.
"Fugaku, what are you doing, boy? Let go of Minato immediately! What kind of behavior is this in the classroom!" Ryun said calmly.
Fugaku showed a smile uglier than crying. "Teacher, Namikaze Minato said he is too excited. You giving him the position of class president has him feeling immensely honored and overwhelmed. He has no way to repay you but promises to help the teacher take good care of the class and look after his classmates!"
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