Just showing off without the ability to back it up? At least he shouldn't be beaten by Obito and Itachi.
Once the Third Great Ninja War is over, and Fugaku awakens, along with the Mangekyo Sharingan of the CBD trio, the clan's strength will reach S-rank. That would secure it.
This requires a certain level of influence within the clan.
"What are you thinking about, Wakaho-kun?" Orochimaru's curiosity was piqued by Wakaho's sudden return to silence.
Wakaho glanced at Orochimaru and pressed his lips together.
"I'm considering challenging Clan Leader Fugaku," he said seriously, displaying his Three-Tomoe Sharingan.
"I've passed the Chunin test and it's time to have a showdown with Fugaku."
"...Indeed."
"I remember you wanted to become a Chunin just to challenge Fugaku and become the clan leader, right?"
Orochimaru was momentarily surprised, then smiled faintly and regained his composure.
In the two months of interaction, he had witnessed many things he never imagined before from his student.
The Three-Tomoe Sharingan...
Quite normal, wasn't it?
"Yes."
Wakaho remained calm despite Orochimaru's calm demeanor.
"I'm prepared, Sensei. Once Obito finishes his school, I'll be ready. Would you assist me?"
Mentioning Obito and Shisui, Wakaho felt a pang of regret for not having called them during the Chunin exams. It seemed there had been a lack of excitement.
Today had been rushed; after attending the funeral with Orochimaru, he had headed straight to the exam venue without time to call them.
He planned to make up for it during his challenge to Fugaku...
After all, he was confident he wouldn't lose, given that he could fly.
As for winning...
It was hard to say.
He wasn't afraid of chakra reserves; with the "Little Fire God" buff, he wasn't worried about chakra consumption.
Other aspects...
Genjutsu, Taijutsu, and numerous practical skills...
It didn't matter; he could fly.
Having air superiority was simply the way to go.
It was the same principle as Konan fighting against Jiraiya—being able to attack or escape at will.
"Wakaho-kun, if you don't mind, perhaps you should consider my suggestion."
Orochimaru's smile was gentle, giving off a reassuring vibe.
"Please, Sensei," Wakaho said confidently.
If necessary, challenging the Sannin could be an option. After all, he could fly.
"The choice is yours, Wakaho-kun," Orochimaru said with a smile. "You can challenge the clan leader at any time. There's no need to rush."
"After all... Fugaku possesses the Will of Fire of an Elite Jounin, and his Will of Fire is not weaker than yours..."
"So I suggest, perhaps you should accumulate more experience and gain the Will of Fire of an Elite Jounin before challenging him?"
"..." Wakaho was silent.
As he mentally marked Orochimaru with a "30% Awakening" label, he suddenly thought of a certain old otaku.
He wondered...
Transplanting Wood Release cells wasn't without successful examples.
If Orochimaru could research Madara Uchiha's body, he might quickly find the direction.
Even if that wasn't possible...
If he could control White Zetsu...
"So, Sensei, are you suggesting helping me apply for the Jounin exam?"
Wakaho asked.
"Just a suggestion, Wakaho-kun..." Orochimaru smiled and produced a scroll.
"Becoming a Jounin isn't easy and requires a substantial amount of mission history."
"And the Will of Fire you can gain from becoming a Jounin is exactly what you need, isn't it?"
Wakaho took the scroll.
Opening it, he saw it was a B-Class rescue mission.
B-Class... not impossible.