The morning sun filtered through the curtains of Toshiro Yuki's bedroom, casting a warm glow on the walls decorated with painted snowflakes on the blue wall mixed with a few serpents painted as well. Toshiro is a slender figure with long, white hair streaked with light blue and black, he rubbed the sleep from his icy blue eyes and yawned as he sat up in bed. Today marked the beginning of a new year at the Hidden Sound Academy. He was no longer a mere student, he graduated to the rank of Genin.

Toshiro rose from his bed, the coolness of the floor beneath him matching the chill of his spirit. He headed to the bathroom and took a quick ten-minute shower, before stepping out and getting dressed into a dark blue and white jacket over a sleeve ocean blue kimono shirt with a silver pattern that spoke of his lineage to finish off the outfit he had on dark blue pants with matching snake patterns, and black ninja sandals and a dark blue forehead protector with the Hidden Sound symbol on his forehead. The ensemble fitted snugly and he was fully prepared for a day that promised challenges and new beginnings.

As he stepped into the hallway, the enticing aroma of breakfast wafted through the air. Toshiro's stomach growled in response, reminding him that he hadn't eaten since the night before. He made his way to the kitchen, where the soft clinking of pots filled the space with a comforting rhythm.

"Good morning, Ice Prince," his mother Rin Yuki, greeted him with a warm smile. Her bright demeanor contrasted with the more reserved nature he often displayed.

 Rin was cooking, the sound of sizzling eggs and the aroma of fish filling the air. Her long white hair with light blue streaks was tied up in a ponytail. She was wearing a long-sleeved blue and white kimono dress and dark blue boots. The light streaming through the window cast a glow around her, and Toshiro felt a familiar warmth swell in his chest despite his cold exterior.

"Morning, Mother," Toshiro replied, sliding into a chair at the table. The smell of breakfast filled the room, and his stomach growled again.

Rin chuckled softly as she set a plate in front of him, the sizzling fish paired with a side of eggs and fresh rice. "Eat up. Today's a big day, after all. I want you to be ready."

Toshiro nodded but couldn't help but notice the absence of a familiar figure. His father, Orochimaru usually joined them for breakfast on important days like this. But his seat at the table remained empty.

"Where's father?" Toshiro asked, a slight frown creasing his otherwise composed expression.

Rin sighed softly as she sat down across from him, folding her hands in her lap. "He left early this morning. As Otokage, he has a lot to prepare for the welcome ceremony at the Academy. He'll be welcoming the new student beginning their first year at the academy, and giving a speech to the new Genin class about their future this year." 

Toshiro's frown deepened as he picked at his breakfast. His relationship with his father was a complicated one. Orochimaru was distant, often wrapped up in his research and his responsibilities of leading the village, but there was no denying the respect Toshiro had for him. His father was a powerful and wise shinobi, and Toshiro was determined to surpass him.

He ate quietly, his thoughts drifting to the future. The day ahead would bring new challenges, but also new opportunities. Today, he would take his first steps toward his goal of becoming not just a strong shinobi, but a master of Ice Release and his serpent techniques that could rival Orochimaru's skills.

"Are you feeling nervous?" Rin asked breaking the silence as she slipped her tea. 

Toshiro shook his head, his expression calm. "No, I'm ready."

Rin smiled knowingly. "That's my Ice Prince. Just remember, Toshiro's strength alone doesn't define you. You have a good heart. Don't lose sight of that, even as you grow stronger."

Toshiro looked at his mother, her words setting into his mind. She always had a way of grounding him and his father, reminding them what mattered most especially when Orochimaru got too obsessed with his ambitions. Despite him and his father both having a cold exterior, Rin knew the warmth that lay beneath. Through Orochimaru warmth was more hidden than in Toshiro who had a fierce loyalty for those he cared about. He gave her a small nod in acknowledgment before returning to his meal.

As he finished his breakfast, the anticipation of the ceremony began to settle in. The Hidden Sound Academy was a place where talent was honed, where potential was either realized or lost. Toshiro, now a Genin, would face more rigorous training and harder missions. But he welcomed the challenge.

With breakfast over, Toshiro rose from his chair and adjusted his forehead protector. Rin watched him with a soft smile, her pride evident. "I'll see you at the ceremony," she said as he made his way to the door. "Your father may not say it often, but he's proud of you. We both are."

Toshiro's gaze softened briefly, though he quickly masked it with his usual cool demeanor. "Thank you, Mother."

As he stepped outside, the brisk morning air wrapped around him like an old friend. Toshiro paused at the edge of the pathway, gazing toward the Academy in the distance. His father's presence would loom large over the day, but Toshiro was determined to make his mark. With his white hair blowing in the breeze, he tightened his grip on his bag and began walking forward.

Today marked the beginning of something new—a chance to prove himself, not just as Orochimaru's son, but as a shinobi of his own making.

Here is chapter one of Legacy of the Bloodline of Frost and Venom. In this chapter, we see Toshiro Yuki on the brink of an important transition in his first year as a Genin. It captures Toshiro's complex relationship with his parents, particularly his father, Orochimaru, who serves as both a distant figure and a source of inspiration.  His mother, Rin provides the emotional grounding and warmth that Toshiro rarely shows to others, reminding him of the importance of heart and kindness, setting the tone for Toshiro's journey to prove himself not just as Orochimaru's son, but as a shinobi with his path to carve. I hope you enjoyed this chapter.

Thanks for reading!

Question of the chapter: What kind of speech do you think Orochimaru has planned for the Genin?

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