25: Chapter 25: The Opening Ceremony EndsJust as these villagers were preparing to protest later.
The heads of some of Konoha's major clans also brought their children to the Ninja Academy.
"Hey, Naruto!" Kiba Inuzuka and Naruto's good friend Akamaru were the first to arrive at the battlefield.
"Woof woof woof!" Akamaru also broke free from Kiba's embrace, jumped to the ground, and then jumped back into Naruto's embrace.
"Hello, Kiba, hello, Akamaru."
Naruto picked up Akamaru and greeted Kiba.
At the same time, a girl who looked a lot like Ya appeared in front of Naruto.
"Hello, Naruto, I'm Kiba Inuzuka's older sister, Hana Inuzuka.I've heard of you before, it's nice to meet you!"
So this is Ya's older sister.No wonder she looks so much like Ya.
"Hello, Sister Hua, it's nice to meet you too!"
"Hey hey hey, isn't this Naruto?" The Akimichi father and son appeared out of nowhere and came to Naruto's side.
Choza Akimichi greeted Naruto, saying, "Naruto, it's been a long time."
Choji Akimichi also said to Naruto, "Naruto, it's been a long time.Let's go eat barbecue together after today.Barbecue is delicious."
"Hello, Uncle Choji, hello Choji.If you finish later, you can check it out.My appetite has increased again!"
Hearing that Naruto's appetite had increased again, Choza and his son were amazed.Their Akimichi clan liked to be friends with people who had big appetites.
"In that case, we must go out for barbecue together after school.This time it's on me, so don't be shy."
"Okay, thank you in advance, Uncle!"
"Naruto!" His voice was heard before he was seen.
That energetic voice.it's Ino.
Ino suddenly appeared out of nowhere and hugged Naruto from behind, looking very affectionate.
"Ino!What kind of behavior is this?Don't cause trouble for Naruto." The person reprimanding Ino was Yamanaka Inoichi.
The captain of Konoha's Analysis Team, he is skilled in mind-controlling ninjutsu and possesses the ability to read minds and gather information.He is humble, yet an idol to many intelligence ninjas in the ninja world.
"Dad, Naruto and I are good friends.This kind of action won't cause Naruto any trouble, right, Naruto!" Ino's generous personality made it impossible for Naruto to dislike her.
"We're good friends, but let's still be a little different between men and women, Ino.If word gets out, it won't be good for your reputation."
"Hahaha, Naruto is so thoughtful!Naruto, Uncle really likes you.Come visit our flower shop sometime." Yamanaka Inoichi also extended an olive branch to Naruto.
"Okay, Uncle, I'll definitely come and bother you more often when I have time."
"What a hassle, having to go to school like this, can't I skip class?"
Hearing that there was trouble, Naruto turned around and saw that it was indeed Shikamaru.
"Hello, Shikamaru, you're still the same."
"Hello, Naruto." Shikamaru still looked unenthusiastic.
"Hello, Naruto, I am Shikamaru's father, Nara Shikaku."
Compared to Shikamaru, Nara Shikaku appears much more mature and composed, befitting his reputation as Konoha's genius strategist.
"Hello, Uncle Lu Jiu."
"Naruto, Naruto-kun!" A soft, sweet voice came from beside my ear.
Naruto knew that his little Hinata had arrived.
"Hello, Hinata!" Naruto gave Hinata a bright smile.
Hinata, who was shyly greeting Naruto, didn't dare to look him in the eye and just kept fidgeting with her fingers.When she caught a glimpse of Naruto's smile, Hinata instantly turned into a steam princess and was about to faint from embarrassment.
"Come here, Hinata!" a stern voice called to Hinata.
Hinata returned to that person's side somewhat reluctantly.
Naruto looked in the direction of the voice and saw his father-in-law, Hyuga Hiashi.
It seems you're not very satisfied with me right now?
No problem, if you're not satisfied, I'll show you my skills, and you'll be convinced by my physics and forced to be satisfied!
Hinata will be my wife from now on, and even the Otsutsuki clan can't stop me, I said it!
When Naruto saw people from many of Konoha's major clans greeting him warmly, the ignorant crowd began to gossip.
They didn't understand why these big families were so friendly to Naruto.Didn't they know that Naruto was a demon fox?
This is common knowledge in Konoha.
This was actually Hiruzen Sarutobi's suggestion.He had heard that Naruto had a good relationship with the younger generation of Konoha, and that they seemed to have Naruto as their leader.
Hiruzen Sarutobi was quite satisfied.With this bond, he no longer needed to worry about Naruto's loyalty to Konoha, which was a good thing.
The opening ceremony began soon after.
Amidst everyone's anticipation, Hiruzen Sarutobi, dressed in a white Hokage robe, overlaid with a red ninja outfit, and wearing a Hokage hat, stepped onto the stage.
"Hello, fellow new students and parents!I am Hiruzen Sarutobi, the Third Hokage of Konoha!" Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a strong voice.
"Wow, it's an old man!" Naruto exclaimed from below the stage, feigning surprise.He knew that Hiruzen Sarutobi had been hiding his identity all along, just for this day, so that Naruto would know his identity and respect him even more.
Since we're going to act, let's act to the very end!
"That old man is actually the Third Hokage!That's amazing!But I want to become Hokage someday too!"
After glancing at Naruto's expression and hearing his words, Hiruzen Sarutobi nodded in satisfaction.
He continued, "Today, we gather here to witness a new beginning, the starting point of a journey full of hope and challenges."
For every new student here, today marks an important step on your path to becoming a ninja.
I, the apeHiruzen, as the Third Hokage, welcome to the Konoha Ninja Academy family.
First, I want to talk about the "Will of Fire." This is the core spirit of our village, a precious legacy forged by our ancestors with their blood and sweat.
The Will of Fire is not just about the inheritance of strength and skill, but also about courage, wisdom and perseverance.
It tells us that even in the darkest times, we must hold fast to our beliefs and protect our loved ones and our home.
The path of a ninja is full of hardships and challenges, but it is also full of opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
You will learn how to control chakra, how to use ninjutsu, and how to train in taijutsu and genjutsu.
But more importantly, you will learn how to become a true ninja—a ninja with unwavering conviction who fights to protect others.
I hope that each of you can find your own path here.
Whether your dream is to become Hokage, or simply to protect your family and friends, or to explore the wonders of this world, I hope you will bravely pursue them.
Remember, everyone's dreams are precious and are the driving force that propels us forward.
As you grow, you will encounter difficulties and setbacks.But please remember that failure is not the end, but another starting point on the road to success.
Every fall is a learning opportunity, a chance to become stronger.Don't be afraid of failure; instead, learn from it and keep moving forward.
I would also like to say a few words to the parents here.Your children are about to embark on a new journey.They may get hurt, they may feel lost, but what they need is not only your protection, but also your understanding and support.
Please believe in them, encourage them, and let them know that you will always be there for them, no matter when or where.
Finally, I would like to conclude my speech with our village's motto: "Where leaves dance, fire will never cease."
This is not just a motto; it is the spirit of our village and the belief of every ninja.
I hope each of you can become that fluttering leaf, that unceasing flame, illuminating the path for yourselves and for others.
As Hiruzen Sarutobi finished speaking, thunderous applause erupted from the audience.
Some of the more sentimental villagers were completely swayed and burst into tears.
This speech was not only devastating for the villagers, but also for the new students at the ninja academy whose values were still forming!
"I too will inherit the Will of Fire!"
"I want to be Hokage when I grow up!"
Seeing that his friends around him were all very supportive of Hiruzen Sarutobi's speech, and were even on the verge of tears, as if Konoha wanted him to die, he was ready to die immediately.
Naruto thought, "How come you guys can act even better than me?If I don't act soon, I'll be surpassed."
"No way!I, Naruto Uzumaki, am going to become Hokage!Just you wait and see.Once I become Hokage, all the villagers will be my family, and I will protect you all!"
Naruto shouted the loudest, and even some villagers who had previously disliked him changed their opinion of him slightly after hearing his words.
"Naruto-kun, you're so cool!" This was Hinata's inner thought.
They truly are both masters of saying the truth; one dares to speak, and the other dares to believe.
Upon hearing Naruto's words, Hiruzen Sarutobi couldn't hide his joy.
The opening ceremony ended quickly.
After Hiruzen Sarutobi stepped down from the stage, he came to Naruto's side.
Naruto exclaimed excitedly, "Grandpa, why didn't you tell me you were the Third Hokage?"
Hiruzen Sarutobi said with a kind smile, "Hehe, Naruto, it's not too late for you to know now.I heard you want to become Hokage in the future?Is it because you want everyone's approval?"
Naruto replied earnestly, "Yes, grandpa, I want to become Hokage someday.But you're wrong.It's not that becoming Hokage guarantees everyone's approval, but rather that you need everyone's approval to become Hokage!"
Those around Naruto were shocked by his words.Could a six-year-old really say something like that?
Even Hiruzen Sarutobi was somewhat surprised.Could it be that Naruto was really born to be Hokage?
"So Naruto, based on what we've just learned, what do you think the Will of Fire is?" Hiruzen Sarutobi asked curiously.
Of course, it's all about fists.Whoever has the biggest and hardest fist is the one who embodies the Will of Fire.
Have you not seen Madara Uchiha and Hashirama Senju, who joined hands to quell the chaos of the world?
Sweeping across the ninja world, this is what the Will of Fire truly is!
Of course, this was just what Naruto was thinking, and he certainly wouldn't be so foolish as to say it out loud.
"The Will of Fire: Where leaves dance, fire will never cease.The firelight will continue to illuminate the village and allow new leaves to sprout."
This is how I see the Will of Fire.
First, the Will of Fire is like a faith, a desire to protect those important to you from harm and to end wars between villages.
Secondly, it explores the meaning of life, the spirit of never giving up, the importance of teamwork, and the fact that people live not just for themselves, but that everyone can change their destiny with their own strength.As long as you persevere and keep working hard, even the worst can defeat a genius.
Although life is unpredictable and we may encounter many setbacks, we can achieve something by facing life with a positive and optimistic attitude and by being proactive.
Loneliness is not terrible; what is terrible is binding oneself in loneliness.It is precisely because they possess the Will of Fire that ninjas have true power.
Third, it should be a transmission of will; the Will of Fire refers to a deep sense of camaraderie.
Naruto's Kotoamatsukami passive skill has been activated again.
Everyone present was persuaded by Naruto.
Even some adults, regarding the Will of FireNo one's understanding is much deeper than Naruto's!
Everyone present couldn't help but admire Naruto.
The newly enrolled students standing nearby were also curious: why did what he said seem so correct, even though they couldn't understand it?
Hiruzen Sarutobi was overjoyed and said to Naruto, "Good, good, Naruto, remember what you said today, work hard according to what you said today, and you will definitely have a chance to become Hokage!"
Hiruzen Sarutobi was also making grand promises to Naruto, but he genuinely believed that Naruto had a chance to become Hokage.
With such willpower, if Naruto can successfully inherit the ninja talents of Kushina Uzumaki and Minato Namikaze, he is a strong contender for the Hokage position.
Naruto himself thought so too.In Konoha, what good is being a good fighter?You need power and connections to survive.What kind of gang are you from?
Her father, Minato Namikaze, was the Fourth Hokage; Tsunade, a teammate of Jiraiya, Minato's teacher, was the Fifth Hokage; and Jiraiya's teacher was the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi.
Tsunade's grandfather was the First Hokage, Hashirama Senju, and the Second Hokage, Tobirama Senju, was Tsunade's great-uncle.
His teacher, Kakashi, is the future Sixth Hokage.
All the Hokage can be connected to him, but if there is anyone whose Hokage connection can surpass his own, it should only be his son, Boruto Uzumaki.
Naruto's identity is perfectly legitimate, so becoming Hokage is a perfectly normal thing for him.
"Yes, Third Hokage, I will definitely work hard to become Hokage.I will become the Hokage who surpasses all previous Hokage and become the strongest Hokage!"
Everyone seemed to be watching a new star of Konoha rise!
The same thought popped into everyone's mind: if it were Naruto, he might actually become Hokage!
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