You are Nikki and you are team 11 with Ted and George the monkey

Students leaned forward in their seats, whispering, fidgeting, or pretending not to care at all while Iruka stood at the front of the room with the team assignment sheet in his hand.

you’re sat near the window, listening carefully, you’re eyes bright but calm. Unlike some of the others, you wasn’t loud about being nervous — but you definitely was. Youre fingers lightly curled against the edge of you desk as she waited.

Iruka cleared his throat.

Instant silence.

“All right, listen up! I will now announce the teams and the jonin sensei assigned to each one.”

The room went stiff with anticipation.

Iruka looked down at the list.

“Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno… Team 7. Your jonin instructor is Kakashi Hatake.”

Naruto shot up from his seat. “WHAT?! Me and Sasuke?!” He pointed accusingly. “Why do I gotta be on a team with this jerk?!”

Sasuke barely turned his head. “Tch.”

Sakura’s face went red. “I-I’m on Sasuke’s team?!”

Naruto groaned dramatically and collapsed over his desk.

Iruka continued like he expected this.

“Hinata Hyuga, Kiba Inuzuka, Shino Aburame… Team 8. Your jonin instructor is Kurenai Yuhi.”

Kiba grinned. “All right!”

Akamaru barked from inside his jacket.

Hinata smiled softly.

Shino adjusted his glasses like this was already according to plan.

“Neji Hyuga, Rock Lee, Tenten… Team 9. Your jonin instructor is Might Guy.”

Lee leaped to his feet so fast his chair nearly tipped over. “YES! THE FLAMES OF YOUTH BURN BRIGHTLY!”

Tenten sighed. “He hasn’t even gotten here yet…”

Neji closed his eyes with a quiet, resigned expression.

“Shikamaru Nara, Ino Yamanaka, Choji Akimichi… Team 10. Your jonin instructor is Asuma Sarutobi.”

Ino perked up. “At least I know Choji and Shikamaru.”

Shikamaru slumped. “What a drag…”

Choji smiled around a mouthful of chips. “This seems nice.”

Then Iruka paused.

The room tilted just slightly with curiosity.

He looked down at the final name.

“And Team 11…”

The classroom grew even quieter.

“Nikki.”

A few heads turned immediately.

Naruto blinked. “Huh? Just Nikki?”

Sakura frowned in confusion. “A one-person team?”

Even Sasuke looked up this time.

Iruka continued, voice steady but carrying something heavier now — something that made the room listen.

“Your jonin instructor is… Ted Shackleford.”

There was a beat of silence.

Then another.

Naruto scratched his head. “Uh… who?”

Kiba whispered, “That’s a weird name.”

Shikamaru cracked one eye open.

Iruka added, “He will be assisted by George.”

Now the room looked even more confused.

“George?” Ino repeated.

“Who names a jonin George?” Naruto blurted.

Iruka’s expression sharpened instantly. “Show some respect, Naruto.”

That alone made the room sit straighter.

Because Iruka-sensei didn’t use that tone unless it mattered.

He lowered the paper.

“Ted Shackleford is not an ordinary jonin. He is a shinobi recognized across nations for his exceptional field leadership, advanced chakra control, high-level protective jutsu, and combat skill on par with Kage-class ninja.”

The room froze.

Naruto’s jaw dropped.

Sakura’s eyes widened.

Lee gasped so hard it was practically inspirational.

Even Sasuke’s expression sharpened with real interest now.

Iruka continued, “George is his partner. Do not underestimate him. Together, they are considered one of the most unusual and effective combat pairs ever recognized by the Leaf.”

Now every single student was staring at Nikki.

You blinked, startled by the sudden attention.

Naruto pointed at her so fast he nearly fell out of his seat. “WAIT! Nikki gets a Kage-level teacher? By herself?!”

Iruka’s expression softened when he looked at her. This assignment was made with careful consideration.”

Ted Shackleford entered with calm confidence, wearing flowing yellow-and-black shinobi robes over battle-ready gear. His blond hair caught the light from the windows, and his posture was easy but powerful — the kind of posture that said he didn’t need to prove himself beside him was George