In ancient times, Asura, the second son of the Sage of Six Paths, inherited his father's Yang Release abilities (body energy, self-healing, etc.). Later, the power of Yang Release was passed down to Asura's descendants, the Senju Clan, who were also his lineage. Although the Uzumaki Clan also inherited strong vitality and a large chakra reserve, their abilities were not as refined as the Senju Clan's.
The eldest son, Indra, inherited the power of Yin Release, which was subsequently passed down to Indra's descendants, the Uchiha Clan, granting them strong spiritual energy.
Shun was particularly compatible with both powers, acquiring Genin-level chakra within just half a month of training and mastering the Three Basic Techniques skillfully.
Moreover, with his Sage Body and Two Tomoe Sharingan, his chakra reserve was notably greater than an average Genin's.
"Fire Release: Great Fireball Technique."
Orochimaru secretly feared the alarming rate of Shun's progress and even regretted it a little.
If a prodigy like Shun were to grow up, it could potentially lead to significant upheaval.
Therefore, on the sixty-fifth day after Shun arrived in the world of Naruto, Orochimaru decisively took him to the Ninja Academy to enroll him.
On one hand, Shun's success sparked Orochimaru's research enthusiasm. On the other hand, he hoped that Shun would form bonds with the people of Konoha, adding a layer of security for Konoha's future.
At dusk, under Shun's puzzled gaze, Orochimaru brought him to an ordinary household.
After knocking on the door, Orochimaru entered with Shun. As they reached the entrance, a young girl with short purple hair, wearing mesh sleeves and a light brown jacket, ran over swiftly.
"Orochimaru-sensei!"
At first glance, this little girl appeared bold and impulsive. She had an innocent and gullible personality.
Shun made a mental note about her.
"Anko..." Orochimaru's expression softened, a rare occurrence. He stepped aside, allowing Shun to come forward. "Let me introduce him. This is my new student, Takema Shun. He is also your junior."
Anko's initial curiosity about Shun quickly turned into interest upon hearing Orochimaru's words.
"Takema Shun, please guide me well."
"Mitarashi Anko, your senior." Anko patted her small frame and confidently declared, "I'll protect you from now on."
"Then, I'm in your care."
Seeing the young Anko in front of him, Shun couldn't help but smile.
Orochimaru nodded upon observing their interaction.
"I'll be going into seclusion for some time for my research. From now on, Shun will stay with you temporarily and attend the same ninja class as you. So, you'll look after him for a while, okay?"
Orochimaru's tone was particularly gentle. Before becoming a rogue ninja, he always treated this student as a daughter.
"Staying together? Doesn't that mean... living together?"
Anko glanced at the charming boy in front of her, unsure of where her thoughts wandered.
"Unwilling?" Orochimaru sounded slightly disappointed.
"Mhm..." Anko peeked at Shun, then quickly turned her head away. "It's not impossible."
"Then, you'll take care of him from now on."
Having accomplished his goal, Orochimaru didn't linger. He patted Shun's shoulder and hurried back to prepare for his experiments.
He had done his part; the next step was to see how Shun would connect with others.
As the door closed, only two people were left in the room.
In this world, people generally married early, matured early, and fell in love early.
Suddenly alone in a private space with a boy she had just met, even the usually cheerful Anko was a bit flustered.
Shun could clearly see the girl's expression. He thought for a moment, took out Orochimaru's wallet, and said:
"Would you like to go buy a bed or something with me? I'll treat you to dango."
"Is there red bean soup?"
"Yes, with plenty of beans."
"Then what are we waiting for? Let's go!"
Before Shun could react, Anko grabbed his hand and dashed toward the commercial street.
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The next day
Ninja Academy.
"Takema Shun, Orochimaru-sensei's new student, please guide me well."
After introducing himself, Shun scanned the classroom.
Kurenai, Kakashi, Guy, Obito, Rin...
'There are so many famous characters from the original series.'
Shun's eyes lingered on Guy and Kakashi.
Although Obito would become powerful later and rank among the top experts, these two were currently the most valuable to him.
Guy could lead him to the Eight Gates technique, while Kakashi was a tool master.
Shun was calculating in his mind how to approach them. At the same time, he maintained a cold expression and ignored the girls' chatter.
However, he didn't expect that young girls always responded this way.
From Kakashi to Sasuke in the future, cool, handsome guys were always popular.
Amidst the whispers of many precocious girls, Shun sat right beside Anko and Kurenai.
"Shun, you're so popular..."
Anko, who had become familiar after a few meals together, teased Shun and then pointed at her friend next to her.
"This is Yuhi Kurenai, my best friend."
"Takema-kun, please guide me well." Kurenai looked at him with curiosity.
"Please guide me as well. If you're close friends, just call me Shun. Anko usually does."
Shun's tone was gentle, in stark contrast to the cold demeanor he showed during his introduction on stage.
Being cold to others while warm to them meant they were special.
As the instigator, Shun had no other intentions. He just thought it would be a shame not to take the chance to engage with Kurenai, who would be so beautiful in the future.
In the future, Shun might not gain eternal youth like Pure Gold in One Piece.
When the time came, seeing young Anko and Kurenai together... it would be exciting!