10 Different story (Title: Ninja school teacher, I can become stronger by teaching)
CHAPTER 1:
"I never thought I'd end up becoming a teacher after graduating from regular school, but here I am, thrown into a time-traveling twist," Masamune grumbled as he sifted through his memories.
The word "teacher" seemed to have a profound significance to him. Back in high school, he was the go-to guy in art class, earning himself the nickname Teacher Yue. When he moved on to college, despite his family's advice, he ended up in a regular university. However, he opted for a robust teacher-training program and found himself tutoring his roommates, earning the moniker once again.
To everyone's surprise, upon graduation, Masamune rebelled against the teaching path and ventured into civil service instead.
But fate had other plans. On his very first day of work, just as he stepped into the office, he found himself whisked through time, landing in the shoes of a new teacher at the ninja academy.
Masamune couldn't shake off the feeling that his connection with the word "teacher" was more than just coincidence. But here he was, a ninja at heart, thrown into a world far from the peace of his previous life.
Raised as an orphan by Root, Masamune's new role as a teacher came with a mission from Danzo himself—to observe and document the students at the academy, particularly seeking out any potential prodigies.
"It's a risky game being under Danzo's command..." Masamune mused, pondering his survival in this perilous world.
Just as he contemplated his next move, a mechanical voice echoed in his mind, and a translucent blue panel appeared before his eyes.
The sensei system is activated! Congratulations you've officially become a teacher!
You can earn rewards by teaching your students. The better they perform, the higher the rewards!
Exceptional students can be take on as a disciple for personal training and as they grow stronger, you'll reap rewards too!
[Ps. accepting disciples requires mutual agreement]
Masamune studied the blue panel. Now, there were only two options: personal template and master-apprentice. Opting for the personal panel, Masamune clicked away.
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Name: Masamune
Age: 18
Chakra: 4300
Skills: Shadow Clone Jutsu, Fire Style: Great Fireball Technique, Fire Style: Phoenix Fire Jutsu, Body Flicker Technique, Tree Walking Technique
Evaluation: Elite Chunin with potential for greater roles during wartime.
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After reading some heart-wrenching evaluations, Masamune silently closed his personal panel and clicked on the master-disciple option. It was blank, likely because he had no disciples yet.
Waiting for the school bell to ring, Masamune remembered his first-period class and prepared to head towards the classroom.
Though he was a new teacher, the shortage of instructors at the Ninja Academy meant Masamune also took on the role of leading the freshman class.
Glancing at the class list, Masamune recognized several names, including Mitarashi Anko and Kotetsu and Izumo. But it was the name Uchiha Shisui that caught his eye—a true prodigy.
Knowing that teacher rewards were tied to disciple strength, Masamune understood the importance of nurturing talented students.
With a sunny smile, Masamune entered the classroom. The layout was specially designed to ensure all students had a clear view, with seats gradually rising in height towards the back.
His arrival brought the noisy classroom to a sudden hush. Most of the children, being five or six years old and attending school for the first time, were curious and awed by their instructor.
Of course, there were exceptions. One such exception was a little girl with purple hair in a single ponytail sitting in the front row who casually remarked after Masamune entered:
"Hey mister, you're really good-looking. Are you our sensei?"
Masamune smiled and nodded, replying, "Yep, that's right. I'll be your homeroom teacher from now on."
The other students relaxed upon witnessing the interaction between the two. Though it was their first day of school, they'd heard stories from older relatives about cruel teachers, so Masamune's friendly demeanor was a relief.
Masamune briskly walked to the podium and chalked his full name, then turned around and formally introduced himself:
"My name is Masamune. From today on, I'll be your sensei. I look forward to guiding you all."
"Okay, Sensei! I'm Mitarashi Anko," responded the purple-haired girl enthusiastically, leading the way for others to introduce themselves, with Shisui following suit.
Masamune felt a twinge of disappointment when he realized the system was unresponsive. He had hoped to accept Shisui as his disciple in this manner, seeing it as a mutual acknowledgment between teacher and student. However, it seemed to be a glitch in the system.
Nevertheless, Masamune maintained his composure. After everyone had introduced themselves, he gestured for silence.
"Before we begin our lesson, let me pose a question: Do any of you know the origins of Konoha?"
The classroom fell silent once more as the students exchanged uncertain glances, unsure of how to respond. While Shisui, with his clan's education, had some knowledge on the topic, he preferred not to volunteer unless directly addressed by name.
"It was built by people," Izumo pondered for a moment before responding.
"Indeed, it was built by people, but what you need to understand is who built Konoha and why it was built," Masamune affirmed, elaborating on Izumo's statement.
"Before the era of Ninja Villages, there was the Warring States Period, marked by constant warfare. Even children as young as yourselves might have been forced to take up arms. Tragic wars could erupt at any moment..." Masamune's voice deepened as he recounted the grim history, laying bare the harsh reality of the Warring States Period before his students.
Perhaps due to the precocious nature of children in the ninja world, or the significance of Konoha itself, many of the students felt the weight of Masamune's words, and the atmosphere in the classroom shifted.
"At that time, two clans emerged: the Senju clan and the Uchiha clan," Masamune's tone shifted from solemn to impassioned.
"I know, I know! Lord Hashirama, the First Hokage, belonged to the Senju clan," one of the students interjected eagerly, demonstrating a familiarity with Senju despite their young age.
Shisui couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment as he noticed everyone's focus on Senju, with little mention of the Uchiha. He didn't quite understand why, considering both clans were among the founding pillars of Konoha.
"To safeguard their descendants and ensure a future where children wouldn't need to wield weapons in battle, the two clans united to establish Konoha. They attracted other ninja clans to join them, ultimately bringing an end to the Warring States Period. And that's how Konoha came to be," Masamune explained.
"Wherever the leaves dance, the fire will continue to grow. The fire will illuminate the village and nurture new leaves," Masamune continued, his expression growing more serious as he spoke, as if honoring the sacrifices of their ancestors.
He hoped Shisui would appreciate a teacher well-versed in history and the Will of Fire.
"So, that's how Konoha came into existence? I'll make sure to pay my respects at Hokage Rock next time," Shisui remarked.
"I'll also strive to become a Will of Fire ninja and protect Konoha in the future!"
he students below had already pictured in their minds their ancestors' fierce battles to secure the nation, and they all became excited, expressing their desire to learn from their forebears.
Shisui's eyes gleamed with interest. He found this teacher to be somewhat special, sparking his curiosity for the upcoming lessons at the Ninja Academy.
Initially, he had been told by his clan elders that he had already learned everything from the clan instructors at the Academy and was planning to graduate early to join the police department. However, it seemed that there was more to learn than he had thought.
"So, do you know how many chakra attributes there are?"
"Five types: water, earth, wind, lightning, and fire," a student from a ninja family promptly responded.
"That's not entirely accurate. There are actually seven types of chakra attributes. In addition to the five basic elemental transformations of water, earth, wind, lightning, and fire, there are also two special transformations: yin and yang," Masamune corrected with a smile.
This kind of correction after posing a question helps the students retain the information better.
Shortly after, Masamune delved into the basics of chakra, occasionally injecting humor to keep the children engaged and entertained.
Time flew by, and before they knew it, four classes had passed. When the bell rang, Masamune halted and announced with a smile:
"Class dismissed! Tomorrow, we'll delve into chakra refinement!"
Masamune concluded the class promptly, providing a glimpse into the next lesson.
When Masamune announced that class was over, the students were momentarily stunned, wondering if it had just begun. How could it be over already? Upon reflection, they realized that class had ended four times already.
Under Masamune's guidance, they had been both focused and relaxed, so they hadn't noticed the passage of time.
"Chakra refinement, I can't wait!" Anko exclaimed eagerly upon hearing Masamune's announcement. She came from a non-ninja family and was excited to delve into this new knowledge.
"Isn't class fun? My cousin told me school was tough. I even complained to my aunt about stealing money for snacks," Kotetsu said indignantly, feeling almost deceived.
"Then why not use this to your advantage and get snacks from your cousin?" His friend, Izumo, suggested with a smirk.
Kotetsu 's face lit up with realization, and he patted Izumo on the back, admiringly saying, "That's a brilliant idea, buddy! If it works, I'll split the snacks with you."
Meanwhile, Shisui watched as Masamune prepared to leave the classroom, then decided to follow.
As the lecture concluded, evaluations were made:
Evaluation: A [Utilizing ancestral stories to instill a sense of responsibility and enthusiasm among students, the lecture content was coherent and interactive, leaving the students highly satisfied.]
Reward settlement...
AN: this is my translated version of this chinese ff "Ninja school teacher, I can become stronger by teaching" comment if i should continue translating this!
