Ryun and Torifu Akimichi sat on the ground at the base of the building in the shade. If someone passed by without looking carefully, they might think they were two workers who had just finished their labor.
Torifu Akimichi opened the lunch boxes. Both boxes were full, containing two fried chicken legs, breaded cod fillet, and crispy seaweed.
Ryun could not help but swallow his saliva. It was simply too fragrant, making him a little unable to resist.
Torifu took out two bottles of sake from a scroll and offered one to Ryun. Ryun waved his hand. "I have classes this afternoon. I should not drink alcohol."
Hearing this, Torifu put both bottles away and felt respect for Ryun's professional attitude.
"Lord Hokage, please eat quickly, while it's hot. The fish won't be fresh once it cools down," Torifu said with a smile.
Ryun took a bite of the fish fillet. Mm, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, with a hint of beer aroma. Well made. Although there was a taste of alcohol, it removed the fishyness and enhanced the freshness, leaving a pleasant taste in the mouth.
"Do the students have the same meal as this one?" Ryun asked.
"It's all the same. And if it's not enough, they can order more. We made a lot. The leftover food can be sold at the barbecue restaurant as a main course or a free side dish," Torifu said.
Ryun nodded. Good. Torifu was clever and thrifty, maximizing benefits while also earning a good reputation.
The two ate and talked, from their first meeting, to later events, up to the present. Torifu consistently expressed his gratitude.
In this society, successful people must know how to be grateful. This is true no matter when or in which country.
Both of them were very happy. Just after they finished eating, Kiyoaki Akimichi stood far away, looking in their direction. Torifu noticed and waved his hand.
This action also caught Ryun's attention. "Brother Torifu, who is that?"
"Ah, Lord Hokage, this is my clansman, and also my capable assistant. Although he is young, he is thorough in how he handles people and situations, leaving no room for criticism. Moreover, his learning ability is especially fast," Torifu introduced Kiyoaki modestly.
Ryun looked over, already forming a label for Kiyoaki in his mind: smooth in interpersonal relations, with a strong learning ability.
"Lo... Lord Hokage, Clan Head!" Kiyoaki was somewhat nervous. This was the number one figure in Konoha, the actual person in power. Meeting such a person, he could not help but feel a little panicked.
"Heh, hello," Ryun said with a smile.
"Lord Hokage, Kiyoaki Akimichi wishes to join your command and serve in the Police Force. It is just that last time, he missed the first exam due to injury. I would like to recommend him to you," Torifu said.
Ryun looked at Kiyoaki, a bit surprised. According to Torifu, this person was his right hand man, so he must certainly have strength and ability.
He never thought Torifu would be willing to part with such a valued subordinate. A talent cultivated by a major clan like the Akimichi must be quite good.
"Oh? There is such a thing? Not to be blunt, old brother, you just needed to say the word to me. I could arrange for him to enter the Police Force, it is a simple matter," Ryun said with a laugh.
Torifu and Kiyoaki's faces showed joy, especially Kiyoaki, whose eyes now shone without concealment.
Torifu, however, said, "Lord Hokage, I suggest he start from the bottom. You have already made an exception allowing him to work in the Police Force. It is his good fortune."
He was very serious as he looked at Ryun. Ryun smiled. Torifu was worthy of being a clan head, very good with words, very good at handling situations.
Ryun looked at Kiyoaki. "Kiyoaki, what do you think?"
Kiyoaki quickly nodded. "This subordinate is willing. Even if I start as an auxiliary officer, I am willing. From now on, Kiyoaki will work hard to uphold justice for the villagers."
Ryun nodded. Good spirit, ambitious. The key point was, Kiyoaki was right. If an official does not act for the people, he might as well go home and sell sweet potatoes.
Just like that, Ryun tested Kiyoaki on his case handling ability and his way of dealing with people. Through his assessment, he confirmed that Kiyoaki was a capable official, fit for important use.
Right up until the afternoon class, Torifu calculated the time perfectly, stood up, and together with Kiyoaki, bowed to Ryun before leaving.
Ryun told Kiyoaki to start work tomorrow. Then, he went to prepare for class. The afternoon was practical combat training, the class where he planned to teach his students real skills, so he could not be late.
Ryun stood up and walked towards the classroom. Along the way, the teachers from various classes who saw Ryun all bowed, greeted him, and said, "Lord Hokage."
Ryun simply waved his hand, indicating that everyone need not be so formal. Immediately after, he arrived at Class S. When Danzo saw Ryun, the two exchanged duties, and then Danzo headed towards the school gate.
Ryun looked at his six disciples, a smile appearing on his face. "Are you looking forward to it?"
Everyone nodded. This was the class of Konoha's strongest ninja. They could definitely learn a lot.
"Good, everyone, follow me to Training Ground 4 now." After saying this, Ryun pushed open the classroom door, his face smiling as he looked at the students.
Minato Namikaze stood at the front. Behind him were Shinnosuke Sarutobi, Fugaku Uchiha, Hiashi Hyūga, Chōza Akimichi, and Inoichi Yamanaka.
Ryun looked at the new Konoha F6 and nodded. Wasn't this lineup better than the Second Hokage Tobirama Senju's?
Soon, they arrived at the training ground. Ryun had them each state the jutsu they were good at.
As class president, Minato was the first to speak. "I have learned the Wind Release: Gale Palm and Wind Release: Great Breakthrough attack jutsu, and also the Body Flicker Technique."
His introduction was simple and unadorned, but this kind of introduction actually made Ryun nod in approval.
It showed that Minato did not learn a variety, but learned precisely. Sometimes learning a lot is not a good thing. On the contrary, those who learn less can be stronger.
Next was Shinnosuke. "Teacher, I know Wind Release: Great Breakthrough, Fire Release: Great Fireball, Water Release: Water Wall, and Earth Release: Earth Wall." He said this proudly.
The others thought to themselves, truly worthy of the Third Hokage's son. He knows a little of every nature jutsu except Lightning Release.
Ryun did not react too much, just nodded. Then it was Fugaku's turn. He said, "Fire Release: Great Fireball, Fire Release: Dragon Fire Technique, Uchiha Style Sword Art."
Ryun glanced at him. "Next time you speak, don't keep such a stiff face. Smile more. Really, at your age, how do you look older than me?"
Fugaku's mouth twitched. He turned his head away, ignoring Ryun. Ryun chuckled and signaled for Hiashi to continue.
"I know the Thirty Two Palms of the Trigram, and the Eight Trigrams Palms Revolving Heaven," Hiashi said with a smile. Ryun looked at him. It seemed he did not yet know that his younger brother had learned the Eight Trigrams Empty Palm.
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