Naruto: The Clanless Prince

Uzumaki Kushina was stunned for a moment when she heard Sora say that what she said in the Hokage's office was all false.

Uzumaki Kushina asked doubtfully, "Sora, what you said is all false; what do you mean?"

Sora leaned close to Uzumaki Kushina's ear and whispered, "I never thought about protecting Konoha. Konoha is a prison to me. I think you should have learned a little bit about my past in the past few days, right?"

Uzumaki Kushina, who was a little confused, nodded.

During the days when Sora was hospitalized, those who made trouble for Uzumaki Kushina while mocking her also mocked Sora.

Sora's parents are rebellious ninjas from Konoha. As the child of a rebellious ninja, Sora must be a troublemaker in the future.

His mother is a member of the Uchiha clan, the largest clan in Konoha, but Sora is not recognized by the Uchiha clan and is treated like an outcast.

Words like this could be heard by Uzumaki Kushina every day in those days.

It was then that Uzumaki Kushina understood why everyone isolated Sora.

Sora continued to whisper to Uzumaki Kushina, "My situation in Konoha was very bad before. The reason why I can change my home now, and Sarutobi Hiruzen did not punish me for what happened today, is mainly because I gave him a set of Ninja Taijutsu. It can be said to be an exchange of interests.

I have no feelings for Konoha, but I have to show my loyalty to Konoha in front of Sarutobi Hiruzen. Otherwise, my situation will be even more difficult.

And Kushina, your situation is not very good either. You should be careful, too."

Uzumaki Kushina said seriously, her face small and resolute, "I know!"

Sora laughed and said, "No, you don't know.

When I said that your situation is not good, I don't mean those brats who are making trouble for you.

Konoha has a purpose for letting you come to Konoha.

If anyone says anything to you, be sure to think more, doubt more, and don't believe it right away."

Sora was worried that Uzumaki Kushina had been brainwashed by the Will of Fire.

In Sora's eyes, this Will of Fire was as terrifying as a scourge.

Uzumaki Kushina said seriously, "I understand!"

Sora took a long breath and said with a smile, "Don't be too nervous. What should I do now? The main thing is to improve my strength. And don't tell anyone what I told you, including Grandma Mito."

Uzumaki Kushina nodded firmly. "I will never tell anyone!"

Sora sat next to Uzumaki Kushina and rubbed her little head.

Uzumaki Kushina had become accustomed to having her head rubbed by Sora from time to time. Every time, she would quietly let Sora rub her head.

However, Uzumaki Kushina's little face was bulging now, and she said angrily, "Really, I originally made an appointment with you and Sora to go to the woods to see Sakura flowers, but it's all because of those guys.

Now Sora, you have to stay at home for three days. The flowering period of sakura flowers is very short. By the time you can go out, the sakura flowers will have faded long ago."

Sora comforted her, "It's okay. Sakura flowers bloom not only this year. Next year, and the year after that, I will accompany you to see Sakura flowers every year."

Uzumaki Kushina raised her little thumb towards Sora. "Then it's a promise."

Sora stretched out his little finger and hooked it with Uzumaki Kushina. "It's a promise."

Sora stayed at home for three days. Every day, Uzumaki Kushina brought food to Sora before going to the ninja school.

Sora had been studying his Sharingan at home during those three days.

The One Tomoe Sharingan has no special function; it mainly enhances insight. Dynamic vision becomes stronger, enabling clearer observation of movements and hand seals.

The Chakra consumption for maintaining it is minimal and within acceptable limits.

The Chakra consumed by Thunder Breath from the first to the fourth forms is also manageable. With Sora's current Chakra reserves, he can perform at least three rounds of Thunder Breath from the first to the fourth form.

However, with the fifth form, the consumption of Chakra increases exponentially.

Sora estimated that attempting Thunder Breath's Land Type and Lightning Bolt would completely drain his Chakra, making it out of question.

Previously, when Sora's system simulated the Breath of Thunder, his meridians suffered severe injuries because he forcibly attempted the flow of chakra, which he couldn't perform successfully at the time.

What made Sora feel even more depressed was that the sword he purchased for 10 witness points was now useless.

Sora had no funds to buy a new weapon. His current financial state barely allowed him to afford daily meals.

Wasting a weapon on two brats now seemed pointless.

At this rate, Sora doubted he'd be able to save enough for a new weapon before graduating from Ninja School.

Once the three days were up, Sora left his room and walked to Uzumaki Mito's mansion to meet Uzumaki Kushina and accompany her to the ninja school.

When Sora and Uzumaki Kushina entered the classroom, all the students stared at Sora.

Rumours had spread that Sora beat a Genin and sent him to the ninja hospital.

This wasn't said by Namikaze Minato but by the Genin's younger brother.

That kid, terrified of retaliation, immediately applied for a class transfer upon arriving at the ninja school.

When others inquired why he changed classes, the boy recounted the events of that day.

The students were shocked that Sora had defeated a Genin so decisively.

When Namikaze Minato confirmed the story, the class was both stunned and frustrated.

The realization that the often-mocked Sora was so powerful unsettled them. What if they insulted him again and ended up in the ninja hospital?

Furthermore, with Sora protecting Uzumaki Kushina, they decided it was safer to leave her alone.

Namikaze Minato also observed Sora.

Sora returned the gaze, recalling how he once considered Namikaze Minato a good person. But after the previous incident, he realized Namikaze Minato wasn't as virtuous as he appeared—just another double-standard individual.

Sora didn't shy away from his own double standards but believed he was open and justified, unlike Namikaze Minato, who wouldn't admit to his hypocrisy.

Uzumaki Kushina noticed their silent exchange and glared at Namikaze Minato, her feelings toward him now soured with disgust.

Realizing her glare, Namikaze Minato averted his gaze.

Originally set to graduate early next year and become Jiraiya's apprentice, Namikaze Minato accelerated his plans.

The encounter with Sora highlighted his weaknesses, prompting him to apprentice with Jiraiya sooner than expected.

Jiraiya, aware that Namikaze Minato sought his guidance due to Sora, saw the value of such a strong rival for Namikaze Minato's growth. After a test, Jiraiya officially accepted him as a disciple.

Currently, Namikaze Minato trains with Jōnin during the day and with Jiraiya at night.

Namikaze Minato's training now had a clear focus: speed.

He vowed to become faster than Sora.

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