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Year 58 (After Konohoa was established)
"Rai-chaan, Nishimura-san is here. " Said Yoshino as she she gently opened the door to Rai's room.
"Nishimura-san, my tutor, is responsible for teaching me basic literacy and etiquette, a service my mother acquired for me. Although I am naturally gifted, I cannot simply go around teaching myself at just one year of age. There is a delicate balance between intelligence and monstrosity, and I am keenly aware of it.
Despite my advanced learning abilities, it was a pleasant surprise to hear Nishimura-san acknowledge my intelligence. He had mentioned to my mother that he had never encountered a child with such rapid comprehension skills. I suppose this is because I am not entirely a child, but it was heartwarming to see my mother smile with pride."
"Good morning, Shikarai. I trust that you have been keeping well since our last meeting," greeted the venerable mentor as he entered the room.
He moved with a measured and deliberate pace, his footsteps emanating an air of poise and composure, as he made his way towards the center of the room. His countenance exuded a sense of sagacity and astuteness, with his soft, kind eyes reflecting the profundity of his knowledge and experience.
The creases on his face bore witness to a life filled with both joy and challenges, and his serene and unhurried demeanor commanded respect and admiration. He wore a black kimono that accentuated his snow-white hair, which he had tied up in a neat bun.
His bag brimmed with books, notes, and teaching materials, evidence of his lifelong pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. His voice carried a soothing and comforting quality, yet held a firm and authoritative tone when required. His graceful movements and dignified bearing were the product of years of practice and refinement.
"Good morning sensei," Rai greeted with a respectful bow as the wise old teacher entered the room. Nishimura was a regular presence in Rai's life, teaching him for an hour every day except weekends. Rai deeply admired his sensei's steady presence and the wealth of knowledge he imparted.
Seated in front of his teacher, Rai eagerly asked, "What are we going to learn today?"
Nishimura replied with a warm smile, "Today, I'll be sharing with you the story of how our village was established."
Rai's excitement was palpable, his eyes lighting up with anticipation. He had been waiting for this moment for months, and now it had finally arrived. Rai felt an immense sense of gratitude wash over him, as if all his wishes had been granted at once. Nishimura's calm presence and the promise of a new lesson filled Rai with a sense of purpose and joy.
Nishimura's smile grew wider as he sensed Rai's genuine enthusiasm. In their previous lessons, Nishimura had sensed a certain level of disinterest and lack of motivation from Rai. It was as if Rai was merely going through the motions of learning. However, on this particular day, Nishimura could see a noticeable change in Rai's demeanor.
Rai's eyes shone with a newfound sparkle and a sense of anticipation and excitement that was completely new to him. It was clear to Nishimura that Rai was eagerly anticipating the story he was about to tell.
The wise teacher began to narrate the ancient tale of Konohagakure, the village's history, and its founding. He spoke with a deep sense of reverence, as if he were conveying a sacred story passed down through generations. The teacher spoke of a time long before Rai's birth when the village was established by the two powerful clans: the Senju and Uchiha.
He went on to elaborate on the history of the village and spoke about the legendary first Hokage, Hashirama Senju, and his rival, Madara Uchiha. The teacher passionately described the fierce battles that took place between these two skilled warriors, and how their battles finally led to a peace treaty that laid the foundation for the village of Konohagakure.
Nishimura began to regale Rai with tales of the early days of Konohagakure, detailing the impressive abilities of Hashirama Senju and Madara Uchiha. He spoke of how they worked together to establish the foundation of the village and create a balance between their clans.
The old teacher spoke of how the village was divided into clans and how each clan had its own leader who worked under the Hokage. He went on to explain how Tobirama Senju took up the mantle of the Hokage after Hashirama's death, and how he contributed to the village by creating the shinobi academy. Nishimura also explained how the academy was designed to train young shinobi in the art of combat and espionage, and how it became a central part of the village's culture.
As the teacher continued to narrate the story, Rai listened with rapt attention, soaking in every detail. He felt as if he were transported back in time to witness the epic battle between the two great clans. He was fascinated by the story and listened intently, eager to learn more about the village's history.
Nishimura's voice was filled with wonder and reverence as he spoke of the many heroes of Konohagakure. He described the Third Hokage, Hiruzen Sarutobi, as a wise and just leader, who was beloved by all the citizens of the village. Rai listened intently, his eyes fixed on his teacher as he recounted the stories of the many battles fought by the shinobi of Konohagakure.
Nishimura also spoke of the many different clans that made up the village, each with their own unique abilities and techniques. He told Rai about the Uchiha and the Hyuga. He also mentioned the Nara, Yamanaka, Akimichi, Inuzuka, Sarutobi and Aburame clans, and how each one had contributed to the strength and prosperity of Konohagakure.
Nishimura's words had a profound impact on Rai. The teacher's storytelling ability had left him in a state of amazement, as he listened intently to the intricate details of Konohagakure's history. He explained to Rai about the various other shinobi villages and their respective elements. Nishimura spoke of the numerous wars and conflicts that the village had to face and overcome with the help of their skilled shinobi.
As the story came to a close, Rai was left feeling inspired and motivated. The wise teacher had not only given him a glimpse into the past but also imparted valuable lessons that could be applied to his present and future. He realized that bravery, determination, and loyalty were traits that would always be necessary in life, and that the stories of the past could help him understand and navigate the challenges of the future.
Rai's heart was filled with gratitude and appreciation towards his wise old teacher. He realized that the knowledge he had gained today was invaluable and would stay with him for the rest of his life. It was as if a fog had been lifted from his mind, and he now saw the world with a newfound clarity.
"Thank you so much, sensei!" exclaimed Rai, as he bowed deeply to his teacher, his eyes brimming joy and gratefulness.
The old teacher smiled at him, pleased to see the spark in Rai's eyes. He knew that he had given the child something priceless, something that would stay with him forever. To the teacher, this was just another day of teaching, but to Rai, it was a moment he would cherish forever.
"It's my duty to educate and guide you, Shikarai. You need not bow, for it's not necessary," Nishimura replied, acknowledging the gratitude Rai felt.
As Nishimura got up to leave, Rai stood up to show his respect. "Thank you once again, sensei. Until tomorrow," Rai said with a smile.
Nishimura nodded and gave Rai a warm smile before leaving the room. Rai stood still, deep in thought, reflecting on the story his teacher had just told him. He realized that he had so much more to learn and that he had a lot to be thankful for.
Rai was filled with a newfound understanding of the world around him. Learning about the history of Konohagakure and the life of a shinobi was like a missing puzzle piece that had finally been put into place. However, his thirst for knowledge was not yet quenched.
Rai's mind was buzzing with new questions that had surfaced during Nishimura's lesson. What exactly was jutsu, and how did it work? How did one person create the entire infrastructure of the village, and how did they learn to harness such incredible power? Rai wondered about the time before the village was established and how people became shinobi in the first place.
He knew that Nishimura was the only one who could answer all of these questions, but he also knew that he had to be patient. For now, he would continue to learn from his wise teacher, soaking up all the knowledge he could and eagerly anticipating the next lesson.