The Summoning Beast Problem (Bonus chapter for [Fat with Substance]!)

"Hahaha! Sasuke, you look so funny with those sunglasses on!" After confirming that she wasn't seeing things, Sakura was genuinely amused by him.

She burst into laughter, clutching her stomach without any grace; Sasuke ruined by wearing women's sunglasses!

The new generation of Pao Ge's look...

If possible, she really wanted to film this scene and upload it to the internet in her past life, so that everyone would exclaim, "This isn't the Sasuke I wanted!"

"What kind of Ninjutsu'?" Sasuke's lips twitched, and he awkwardly took off his glasses amidst a laugh, explaining, "Also, these are glasses I borrowed from Aunt Xue. The energy gathered by the Super Electromagnetic Cannon is too high, and the resulting intense light is very harmful to the eyes, so I can only temporarily use the method of wearing magic glasses to filter the intense light."

"Yes, that's true. Those of you who cultivate Dōjutsu need to take extra care of your eyes." Sakura stopped laughing and said seriously, "But sunglasses aren't suitable for you. Let's try another method. Doesn't our village have a Genjutsu called the Bringer-of-Darkness Technique?"

Using advanced Ninjutsu just to block out the light seems a bit over the top... typical of Sakura.

Sasuke thought about it for a moment, and realized it wasn't entirely impossible.

He's only Chunin now, so he's probably not qualified to access the high-level Ninjutsu stored in the village. However, there will be many opportunities to make contributions after joining the Anbu, and as long as his strength is sufficient, his promotion speed will be very fast. Moreover, applying as Anbu member will allow him to obtain some information—after all, Sasuke doesn't need the complete Bringer-of-Darkness Technique; he only needs to learn some Genjutsu techniques that absorb light.

"Well, let's talk about that when we get back to Konoha. I've basically mastered the Railgun, but there are still many details that need to be perfected!" Sasuke said.

Mastering the Super Electromagnetic Cannon over a month is incredibly fast.

The Lightning Release: Chidori Super Electromagnetic Cannon technique would take an average Lightning Release ninja at least one or two years to learn. Sasuke was able to learn it so quickly thanks to the foundation he laid in the Chidori series of Ninjutsu.

To master this Ninjutsu, one must first learn to condense a massive amount of electricity—this is Lightning Release: Chidori; then, one must learn to shape the electricity into a conductor—this is the Chidori Short Sword; finally, one must learn to simultaneously create two parallel but opposite Chidori Short Sword, as well as a series of intricate details...

In short, this is a Ninjutsu that only advanced Lightning Release players can afford to use.

"We can refine the details later... In short, we've achieved the initial goal of your training in the Land of Snow! This move has such obvious sound and light effects that it'll probably be known throughout Konoha in no time. It's only suitable for training this kind of technique in a remote place like this." Sakura nodded. "Well then, we should prepare to head back!"

"Has Yugao's heart been completed?"

"We're making final adjustments; it'll take another two or three days to complete. According to our plan, you should go back first. I'll use Reverse Summoning Technique to return to Konoha after I finish the plan... I might even arrive before you."

Sasuke, somewhat puzzled, "Can Reverse Summoning Technique take you directly back to Konoha?"

"Of course not... However, we can use Shikkotsu Forest as a transit point," the girl said with a smile. "I'll first use reverse summoning to Shikkotsu Forest, and then Master Tsunade can use it to summon me back. We've already arranged a time."

This method is simple, but you have to plan ahead, otherwise Sakura will be trapped in the Shikkotsu Forest and won't be able to get out...

"Because you are not Sage Katsuyu's Summoning Contract, you can't use this method of returning," Sakura said apologetically.

Sasuke frowned slightly. "Tsk... Making a contract with a powerful summoning beast really has many benefits; many things have become much more convenient."

Seeing that Sakura and Naruto both had their own summoning beasts, Sasuke felt a little envious. However, Kakashi's summoning beasts were a group of cute Ninja Dog with low combat power, usually used only for reconnaissance. Sasuke was not too keen on forming a contract with such ninja beasts.

"Speaking of which, I also want to find a powerful summoning beast..." he murmured.

Sasuke's ideal contracted beast would be the same type as Naruto's Toad— huge in size, exceptionally strong, and capable of greatly enhancing his combat power.

If all else fails, he could accept a large ninja beast like Sakura's Katsuyu, possessing special abilities and Ninjutsu, and with considerable combat power...

So you read that right, the key is that they need to be large... I mean, exceptionally strong or have special abilities. Only ninja beasts like that are worth Sasuke's attention. Otherwise, he'd rather have none than settle for anything less, preferring not to sign a contract at all.

"A powerful summoning beast? This reminds me of Orochimaru's summoning beasts..." Sakura said with a smile, "If you were captured by Orochimaru, you might even learn his Summoning Technique."

"Tch!" Sasuke spat, putting away the remaining Kunai as he said, "Don't joke around. Orochimaru only captured me because he wants my Sharingan."

That's right, becoming Orochimaru's disciple means you'll get summoned beasts, but you'll lose your life...

In the original story, the three members of Team 7 became the disciples of the three elders. However, now, the "plot" has been completely changed. Sasuke has become Kakashi's disciple, and in a sense, he has received the legacy of White Fang of Konoha.

It's hard to say whether Hatake Sakumo or Orochimaru is stronger, but Sasuke has the talent for Lightning Release, so following the path of Lightning Release is definitely the right choice. On the contrary, if he were to join the treacherous Orochimaru, it's questionable how much he could learn from him.

However, Orochimaru 'White Fang strength lies in his powerful summoning beast. White Fang of Konoha's swordsmanship is suited for one-on-one duels, while Orochimaru's summoning beast is more adaptable to complex battles. Which is superior is a matter of opinion.

"Alright, that concludes today's training. Let's go!" He packed up his ninja tool bag and turned to leave the training ground.

Sakura Haruno, following behind him, suddenly spoke.

"To obtain Orochimaru's summoning beasts, you don't necessarily have to become his disciple; there is actually another way."

She paused here. Sasuke glanced back at her and heard her say, "That means killing him."

He stared into the girl's eyes; Sakura's gaze was calm and serious, and she wasn't joking.

Sasuke pondered for a moment, then seriously considered the problem.

"Defeat Orochimaru?" he asked frankly. "With my current strength, I probably can't do it within a year or two..."

The implication is that he is confident he will have the strength to rival Orochimaru in two or three years.

"No need for a one-on-one fight... Naruto and I can help you!"

"It's not feasible at the moment." He shook his head, rejecting Sakura's suggestion, and turned to continue walking forward. At least for now, the three members of Team 7 combined couldn't defeat Orochimaru.

"Our Uchiha Clan has always maintained ties with the Ninja Cat Clan. I can sign Summoning Contract with them first. If the opportunity arises later, we can think about defeating Orochimaru. That guy has done so much for me; I need to find a way to repay him!"

In the abandoned Uchiha base, members of the Ninja Cat Clan who maintain contact with the outside world are still stationed.

Sasuke remembered playing with Denka and Hinata from the Ninja Cat Clan back then. They were just two kittens at the time...

As one of the last members of the Uchiha, it's time for him to inherit the power of the Ninja Cat Clan...

Sakura Haruno ran two steps to catch up with him.

We chatted casually for a few minutes.

"You chose Ninja Cat over Ninja Dog, so are you a cat person?"

"Cat lovers? No, I don't have a preference for cats or dogs, I just think felines are stronger in combat. What about you?"

"I'm a cat lover, but dogs are kind of cute too... Don't you think Kakashi's Pakkun is kind of adorably cheeky?"

Sasuke's lips twitched, and he said irritably, "The more you spend with Pakkun, the less you'll find him cute..."

"Hmph," Sakura laughed, "Actually, I'm still Katsuyu party member!"

The two figures walked further and further away.

"Katsuyu... are you serious?"

"If you overcome a little psychological barrier, Katsuyu are actually quite cute; they're kind of like jelly that moves on its own!"

Sasuke was stunned, his face turning slightly pale. "... I'll never eat jelly again."

"Hahaha!"

The next day, Sasuke set off first to return to Konoha.

Sakura remained in the Land of Snow to make final adjustments to Yugao's heart.

"It seems like everything is going well..." Sakura Haruno squatted in front of the container, carefully observing the heart floating in the yellow nutrient solution.

Although it's impossible to check their Chakra, judging from their appearance, there are basically no major problems; each one is in good health.

She carefully took them out and sealed them in a scroll.

The unusually cold nutrient solution when the last heart was removed surprised her.

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