Uchiha Hayato cast an uneasy glance at Yamashita Yohei. He knew that Uchiha Setsuna, who once attempted to assassinate the Second Hokage in his youth, had summoned Hayato. What could be brewing now?
"Yohei-sensei, I'll be going now," Hayato said with a smile before following an Uchiha clan member. On his back, his Chimchar squeaked nervously, sensing the tense atmosphere. Hayato, burdened by the unending family and village conflicts, yearned for simpler times with his companion.
As they walked, Hayato voiced his doubts about the meeting. The escort, proud of Hayato's feats at the academy, explained, "Your performance today has the clan talking. But remember, a true Uchiha awakens the Sharingan." His gaze lingered on Chimchar. "An unusual summoning beast, isn't it?"
Before long, they arrived at a modest wooden house—shockingly, the residence of Uchiha Setsuna, the clan's elder leader. Inside the serene courtyard, Setsuna welcomed Hayato. After brief pleasantries, Setsuna praised Hayato's academy performance and offered him a scroll containing advanced fire techniques. However, Hayato humbly declined the generous gift, arousing a flicker of displeasure in the elder.
Changing the subject, Setsuna proposed Hayato surrender his Chimchar to the clan, claiming it would contribute to Hayato's growth. Hayato firmly refused, defending his bond with Chimchar. Sensing Hayato's resolve, Setsuna suggested a challenge—if Hayato could defeat him using only low chakra levels, he would relent.
The battle began. Hayato and Chimchar attacked in tandem, showcasing coordination and determination. Despite their efforts, Setsuna easily outmatched them with his vast experience. Chimchar was thrown back, its fire dimming as it struggled to rise.
Witnessing his companion's sacrifice, Hayato's emotions surged, unlocking the Sharingan in his eyes. Simultaneously, Chimchar's Blaze ability activated, igniting its flames to new heights.
With renewed vigor, Hayato strategized a retreat. recalling Chimchar to its Poké Ball and leaped from the courtyard, leaving Setsuna behind, chuckling with intrigue. "Let's see how far you'll go," the elder mused, watching the young Uchiha's determined departure then turning away.